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Contribution of non-structural components to the dynamic performance of domestic steel framed structures [PDF]

open access: yes, 1995
The performance of domestic cold formed steel framed structures under earthquake loading is currently being investigated as part of a collaborative research project involving The University of Melbourne, BHP Steel and CSIRO. A major part of this research
Pham, L, Stark, G, Gad, E, Duffield, C
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Charting the Path to Increased Oil Palm Output in Ghana Beyond Area Expansion: Technology or Managerial Capacity — Which Leads the Way?

open access: yesAgribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study sets out to investigate the prospects for raising oil palm output in sub‐Saharan Africa, particularly Ghana, without further expansion of cropland. Given global concerns about oil palm's role in deforestation and land use change, the focus is on enhancing productivity on existing farmlands.
Jacob Asravor   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

The Credit Market Linkage in the Financial Mediation and Economic Development Connectivity

open access: yesAdvanced Research in Economics and Business Strategy Journal
This study examined the Relationship between financial mediation and economic development, with a focus on the credit market in both developed and developing countries.
Evelyn Nwamaka Ogbeide-Osaretin   +1 more
doaj   +1 more source

Traceability of Agri‐Food Products: The Key to Conscious Trade

open access: yesAgribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Globalization and growing concerns about sustainability have led to improvements in product traceability, quality, and sustainability. Traceability contributes to environmental protection and supports sustainable development by fostering transparency in agricultural practices and encouraging the responsible use of resources.
Scarlett Queen Almeida Bispo   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessing Haitian Consumers' Willingness to Pay a Premium for Aflatoxin‐Compliant Peanut Butter in the Informal Market

open access: yesAgribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Market‐based solutions are increasingly tested to address aflatoxin issues in peanuts in developing countries. Although previous studies have found that Haitian grocery store shoppers are willing to pay a 21% premium for peanut butter with levels of aflatoxin that meet international standards, no information is available for the much larger ...
Phendy Jacques   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Deformation Characteristics and Influence Factors of Shear Force Lateral Stiffness Matching Index for Non-Rigid Plate Bent Frame Structures

open access: yes
The period ratio and the drift ratio are commonly used as plane regularity control indices for multi-story buildings. However, they fail to reasonably reflect the regularity of lateral force-resisting component configuration and deformation ...
Changjie Ye   +5 more
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Return and Volatility Spillovers Among Major Cotton Markets

open access: yesAgribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study explores return and volatility transmission among major cotton markets. Several events have disrupted cotton supply and demand in recent years, leading to heightened price volatility and significant shifts in market interconnections.
Susmitha Kalli   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Enhancing Sustainability Label Effectiveness Through Logo Design Modification: An Analysis of the EU Green Leaf Logo

open access: yesAgribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Sustainability labels can help support consumers select more socially and environmentally friendly options, thereby enhancing returns for conscientious producers and promoting the transition to a more sustainable food system. However, consumer confusion regarding labels' meaning undermines their effectiveness.
Monika Hartmann   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Living Together, Living Apart: Residential Structures in Late Bronze Age Shirenzigou, Xinjiang

open access: yesLand
The spatial organization within ancient settlements offers valuable insights into the evolution of social complexity. This paper examines spatially and chronologically contextualized architectural structures and artifacts uncovered at the Late Bronze Age
Meng Ren   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Selection Matrix for Non-Destructive Testing of NPP Concrete Structures

open access: yes, 2016
In general, the deterioration factors affecting concrete structures may be divided into (i) physical, (ii) chemical, and (iii) mechanical factors including also (iv) defects.
Ferreira, Miguel; id_orcid   +6 more
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