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Prediction of the Static Modulus of Elasticity Using Four non Destructive Testing [PDF]
, 2014 The static modulus of elasticity (Es) is an important parameter in the analysis of hydraulic concrete structures, changes have been made to the regulation of construction; these changes require minimum values for the Es, so now, in addition to concrete ...
Alonso Guzmán, Elia Mercedes +9 more
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Multidexterity: Reframing Strategic Agility for Hyper‐Transformation
Strategic Change, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Organizations experiencing hyper‐transformation—continuous, multidimensional, accelerated, and simultaneous organizational changes—face some limitations in traditional strategic agility and ambidexterity frameworks. Current strategic agility emphasizes rapid responsiveness but insufficiently addresses the nuanced management of varying speeds ...
Alessandro Lanteri
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Child Poverty in Rural America [PDF]
, 2004 This report explores the well-being of the 14 million children who live in rural America. Rural families represent a significant share of our total population and they are disproportionately poor, less educated, and underemployed.
Johnson, Kenneth M. +1 more
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Failure in Motion: A Framework for Capability Erosion and Institutional Dysfunction
Strategic Change, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Drawing on the literature on capability erosion and institutional dysfunction (ID), this study develops a conceptual framework that sheds new light on how the interaction between capability erosion and ID creates conditions for business failure across borders. By articulating two dimensions of heterogeneous capability and resource erosion (i.e.
Joseph Amankwah‐Amoah +1 more
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Impact of Fire Extinguishing Techniques On Concrete Performance [PDF]
, 2013 The incidence of fire unfortunately occurs quite frequently in buildings. In some cases it causes collapse of the whole structure. Many researches focused on investigation of the effect of fire on concrete strength.
Amr A. Gamal
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Strategic Change, EarlyView.ABSTRACT The increasing prevalence of corporate scandals and dysfunction linked to psychopathic leaders has prompted significant research into the drivers and effects of psychopathy in business. This paper examines corporate psychopathy, focusing on individuals with extreme selfishness, callousness, and manipulative behavior who often achieve ...
Florian Fuchs
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Applied SciencesEnhancing the sustainability and safety of rock engineering requires understanding how micro-structural and alteration conditions influence the geomechanical properties of rocks in geotechnical projects.
Kadir Karaman +3 more
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Estimating Soil Compaction Risk at Regional Scales Using Meteorological Data and Soil Spectroscopy
Land Degradation &Development, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Soil compaction is a significant form of soil degradation in Europe, reducing agricultural productivity, limiting carbon sequestration and increasing greenhouse gases emissions. In response, the forthcoming European Union Soil Monitoring and Resilience Law requires spatial assessment of topsoil and subsoil compaction risk at district, that is,
Felipe Bachion de Santana +7 more
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Rebound Characteristics of Shore Hammers and the Selection of Standard Hammers
Transactions of the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers, 1973 KOZO IIZUKA, Hidetaka IMAI, Mitsuo GOTO
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Land Degradation &Development, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Salt affected soils are common worldwide, resulting from natural causes and anthropogenic activities. Saline and sodic soils often occur in association with oil and gas production, impacting soil properties which can impede vegetation growth and development.
Laura Bony +3 more
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