Introduction to APHLIS
APHLIS, the African Postharvest Losses Information System, highlights the significant postharvest losses in Africa, occurring at various points in the value chain from harvesting to market storage. These losses, ranging from 30-50% of crop production, have detrimental consequences such as food insec
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Addressing Learning Losses in Education: Back on Track Initiatives
The COVID-19 pandemic led to significant disruptions in education systems worldwide, causing severe learning losses, especially in the Foundation Phase. The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) implemented the Back on Track intervention in 2022 to address these challenges by increasing time allo
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Understanding Electricity and Circuits: A Comprehensive Overview
Explore the fundamentals of electricity, circuits, and energy in Course 5. Learn about electric charge, system power, losses, energy efficiency, and more. Discover the relevance of understanding electricity and promoting an engineering mindset. Delve into static electricity, properties of electric c
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Understanding Market Risk and Risk Management Techniques
Market risk arises from adverse price movements in the market that can lead to financial losses for organizations. Techniques such as standard deviation, Value at Risk (VAR), and Stress Testing are used to measure and manage market risk effectively. VAR helps quantify potential losses and their like
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Heating of Crude Oil
The process of heating crude oil in petroleum refineries involves various types of furnaces and heat distribution methods. The furnaces can be categorized into box, cylindrical, and radiant wall types, each with separate radiation and convection sections. Design considerations include heat transfer
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Understanding the Essential Features of Partnership
Partnership is the relationship between two or more individuals who agree to share profits and losses in a business venture. Essential features include having two or more partners, a mutual agreement, conducting business activities, mutual agency among partners, sharing of profits and losses, and jo
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Ottoman Empire Territorial Contraction in the 18th Century
Ottoman Empire faced agricultural and fiscal crises in the 17th century, leading to internal rebellions. However, by the mid-17th century, the empire had recovered and experienced further expansion, albeit at a slower rate compared to the previous century. In the 18th century, the Ottomans suffered
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Investment Portfolio Performance Update and Market Trends
Explore the latest updates on investment portfolios, including a reflection on past performance, current market trends, and the impact of exponential companies. The data showcases gains and losses in both USD and Rand values, emphasizing the importance of staying informed and calm in volatile market
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Assessment and Control of Sugar Production Losses in Pakistan
Maximizing sucrose recovery in sugar production is crucial for optimizing operational efficiency and profitability. This study focuses on identifying and managing operational losses within the sugar production process in Pakistan, categorizing losses as determined (easily measurable) and undetermine
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Water Pipeline System Design and Analysis Exercises
This exercise set explores various scenarios related to water pipeline systems, including connecting reservoirs, parallel and series connections, flow rate calculations, friction losses, power requirements for pumping, and more. The exercises cover topics like pipe diameter, length, friction factors
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Innovative Three-Phase Voltage Measurement Transformer Design
This paper introduces a novel three-phase dry-type voltage measurement transformer utilizing triangular cores for enhanced efficiency and reduced losses. By optimizing core design, the transformer aims to save space, decrease harmonic content, and increase energy efficiency. The study includes model
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Understanding Transformer Models and Tests in Power Systems
In this detailed information, concepts related to transformer models and tests in power systems are covered. Topics include turns ratio, open circuit test, short circuit test, X/R ratios for three-phase transformers, and more. Additionally, it discusses standard percentage values for a 125kVA transf
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Understanding Insurance Claims: A Comprehensive Guide
Businesses may face losses due to various reasons such as fire, theft, or flood, leading them to file insurance claims for compensation. This guide by Prof. Rupa Chandrashekhar More explores the meaning of insurance claims, types of claims (including asset and stock losses), and procedures for calcu
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Rise of Janapadas and Mahajanapadas in Vedic India
The rise of Janapadas and Mahajanapadas marked a significant transition in the political landscape of Vedic India. Janapadas, major kingdoms of that era, evolved into more powerful Mahajanapadas through territorial expansion and urbanization. The shift from tribal polities to territorial states led
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Water Balance Calculations and Losses Analysis
Water balance calculations involve assessing commercial and physical losses in a water distribution system. The process includes basic calculations, evaluation of commercial losses such as metering inaccuracies and non-revenue water, as well as physical losses like leakage in transmission lines. Add
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Understanding Territorial Sovereignty in Public International Law
Territorial sovereignty is a fundamental concept in Public International Law, essential for understanding the exercise of state authority within a defined territory. This concept encompasses the legal aspects of sovereignty, jurisdiction, and the rules governing territorial ownership changes. The ac
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Understanding Nutrient Pollution and Its Impact on the Environment
Nutrient pollution, characterized by the excess input of nitrogen and phosphorus into water and air, is a significant environmental issue with far-reaching consequences. It can lead to toxic algae blooms, dead zones, economic losses, and adverse effects on human health. The causes of nutrient pollut
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Understanding Energy Losses in Fluid Power Systems
Liquids such as water and petrol flow more easily than oil due to viscosity differences. Energy losses occur in valves and fittings, and the selection of fittings is crucial to minimize losses. The chapter delves into in-depth circuit analysis, laminar and turbulent flows, and the concept of Reynold
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Understanding Process Costing in Advanced Cost Management Accounting
Process costing is a crucial aspect of advanced cost management accounting, involving the allocation of costs in manufacturing. This process collects and processes costs incurred in different stages of production, distinguishing between normal and abnormal losses. It addresses wastage, cost allocati
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Understanding Losses in Irrigation Systems: Measurement Methods and Techniques
Losses in irrigation systems, including seepage and evaporation, are major concerns impacting water conservation. This article discusses historical estimates of losses, types of losses (seepage and evaporation), methods used to measure losses (direct and indirect), and detailed information on seepag
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Romance Scams: A Growing Threat in Chesterfield
The Chesterfield Police Department investigated 45 reports of scams and frauds in 2020, resulting in over $1.5 million in losses. One prevalent scam discussed in the slides is Romance Scams, where suspects build fraudulent online relationships to exploit victims emotionally and financially. The susp
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Superconductivity and Electrical Transmission Losses: Exploring Potential Solutions
The lecture delves into the factors controlling electrical transmission losses, highlighting how using superconductors could lead to zero transmission loss. However, the challenge lies in the low critical temperature (Tc) of most materials. Despite the discovery of superconductivity in 1911, practic
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Management Plan for Queen Conch Fishery in St. Croix, USVI
Regulatory Amendment 2 aims to establish coherent regulations for the commercial and recreational harvest of queen conch in the U.S. Caribbean exclusive economic zone and USVI territorial waters. The proposal addresses the compatibility of commercial trip limits and recreational bag limits to enhanc
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European Territorial Cooperation: Regulatory Framework and Key Features
This content delves into the European Territorial Cooperation (ETC) regulatory framework, covering key regulations, the context of proposals, and the key features of ETC regulation. It discusses the scope of ETC regulation, components of the European territorial cooperation goal, and the relationshi
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Curriculum Recovery Guideline for Managing Learning Losses: 2021-2023
This guideline outlines the development of a three-year recovery plan to address learning losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on managing teaching, assessment, and learning within a reduced timeframe. It includes strategies, amendments to teaching plans and assessments, and a vision for
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Developing Common Metrics and Models for RF Overhead Calculations
Issues surrounding power overhead in RF engineering, optimizing design power budget, understanding losses and disturbances, simulations, meaningful measurements, and future plans for the ILC. Topics covered include power requirements, cost optimization, accelerator section costs, static losses, and
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Cyber Risk and Reinsurance Implications: A Comprehensive Analysis
This extensive content delves into the profound implications of cyber risks on the reinsurance industry, covering topics such as the magnitude of the threat, large loss examples, coverage issues, aggregation of cyber losses, events and causes, the Hours Clause, and more. It provides in-depth insight
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Overview of the Army Cadet League of Canada
The Army Cadet League of Canada is a civilian nonprofit organization that works in partnership with local communities and the Canadian Armed Forces to support Army Cadets. It follows a federated model with 13 provincial and territorial branches, and relies heavily on volunteers for its workforce. Su
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Post Harvest Methods in Cucurbits - Importance and Techniques
Different types of fruits and vegetables are grown in India due to varied agro-climatic conditions. India, being the second largest producer globally, faces significant post-harvest losses. Improper management practices such as careless harvesting, inadequate storage facilities, and processing metho
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Analysis of P/C Insurance Industry Trends and Outlook
The Property/Casualty (P/C) insurance industry has seen three consecutive years of growth from 2013-2015, with a potential continuation in 2016. Net premium growth rates, catastrophic losses, and combined ratio points associated with catastrophe losses are key indicators examined in this overview. D
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Territorial Development in the Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014-2020
The Baltic Sea Region Programme 2014-2020 focuses on sustainable regional development through transnational cooperation projects, addressing territorial challenges, and fostering place-based growth. It covers 11 participating countries and aligns with the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, provi
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Integrated Territorial Development in Europe 2021-2027
Programming Policy Objective 5 (PO5), led by Wallis Goelen, focuses on integrated territorial development in Europe for the period 2021-2027. PO5 aims to address diverse local needs through methods like CLLD and ITI, fostering sustainability in urban and rural areas. Integrated Territorial Developme
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Wholesale Storage Load Metering of Losses in Distributed Generation Battery Facility
Example system configuration in ERCOT involving a wholesale storage load metering system to track losses in a distributed interconnected generation battery facility. The system includes electrical storage systems, generation resources, and distribution generation components. Challenges arise in dete
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Design and Implementation of a Three-Phase Triangle Core Measurement Type Voltage Transformer
This paper presents the design and implementation of a new dry-type voltage measurement transformer using triangular cores. The innovative core design aims to save weight and space, reduce volume, minimize harmonic content and magnetic stray losses, and enhance energy efficiency. The proposed transf
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Understanding Manure Management: Compositions, Nutrient Losses, and Factors
Explore the complexities of manure management by delving into manure compositions, nutrient losses, and the various factors influencing the quality and quantity of manure. Learn about the impact of animal species, diets, and management practices on manure characteristics, as well as strategies to mi
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Environmental Territorial Management for Water and Energy Security
Environmental territorial management plays a crucial role in boosting water and energy security. The approach focuses on the Parana River basin, encompassing numerous reservoirs and dams, highlighting challenges to water security such as ecosystem services loss and increased loads in water bodies. I
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Overview of Mu2e Slow Extraction Workshop at Fermilab by Vladimir Nagaslaev
This content discusses the Mu2e project at Fermilab, focusing on slow extraction techniques for beam delivery. It covers beam facilities, characteristics of Muon Campus, design requirements, beam losses, new MARS simulations, and losses in the extraction beam line. Details include beam kinetics, spi
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Veneto Region Territorial Cooperation and Macroregional Strategies Unit Overview
The Veneto Region in Italy is actively involved in European Territorial Cooperation (ETC) Programs, focusing on the MED Programme. The region's internal organization, led by the Territorial Cooperation and Macroregional Strategies Unit, is dedicated to setting policies, providing human resources for
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German Reaction to Treaty of Versailles: Misguided Hatred or Justified Resentment?
German resentment towards the Treaty of Versailles, seen by some as misguided, stemmed from divergent expectations, harsh territorial losses, and a perception of unfair treatment. While the treaty was not as severe as initially anticipated, it triggered a widespread sense of disillusionment and nati
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Influential Forces and Outcome of the Paris Peace Conference & Treaty of Versailles
Representatives of major nations convened at the Paris Peace Conference in 1919 to discuss the post-World War I peace process. The Big Four, comprising Great Britain, France, the United States, and Italy, had significant influences in shaping the Treaty of Versailles. The demands of the Big Four var
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