Cloud Manufacturing: Drivers, Current Status, and Future Trends

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dazhong Wu ◽  
Matthew J. Greer ◽  
David W. Rosen ◽  
Dirk Schaefer
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Manufacturing ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
Production Lines ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Resource Loading ◽  
Optimal Resource ◽  
Manufacturing Resources ◽  
Enhance Efficiency

Cloud Manufacturing (CM) refers to a customer-centric manufacturing model that exploits on-demand access to a shared collection of diversified and distributed manufacturing resources to form temporary, reconfigurable production lines which enhance efficiency, reduce product lifecycle costs, and allow for optimal resource loading in response to variable-demand customer generated tasking. Our objective is to present the drivers, current status of research and development, and future trends of CM. We also discuss the potential short term and long term impacts of CM on various sectors.

The Future of Muslim Education in the United States: An Agenda for Research

2003 ◽  
Vol 20 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 46-82
Author(s):  
Fathi Malkawi
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
American Education ◽  
Future Trends ◽  
Muslim Community ◽  
Short Term ◽  
The Future ◽  
Muslim Education ◽  
Future Plans

This paper addresses some of the Muslim community’s concerns regarding its children’s education and reflects upon how education has shaped the position of other communities in American history. It argues that the future of Muslim education will be influenced directly by the present realities and future trends within American education in general, and, more importantly, by the well-calculated and informed short-term and long-term decisions and future plans taken by the Muslim community. The paper identifies some areas in which a wellestablished knowledge base is critical to making decisions, and calls for serious research to be undertaken to furnish this base.

A directed content analysis of viewpoints on the changing patterns of Lean Six Sigma research

2019 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 641-654 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bryan A. Rodgers ◽  
Jiju Antony ◽  
Zhen He ◽  
Elizabeth A. Cudney ◽  
Chad Laux
Keyword(s):  
Continuous Improvement ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Changing Patterns ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper, builds on previous studies that explored the research patterns over 15 years, is to consider the current status of the integration of Lean and Six Sigma. More specifically, this research addresses whether Lean and Six Sigma are stronger together and explores the reasons why Lean researchers and practitioners may be less likely to integrate Six Sigma in their work. Design/methodology/approach The research utilises a survey of 25 established and respected academics and practitioners from 16 countries. The questionnaire is analysed using a direct content approach and coded in NVivo. Findings The findings suggest that challenges may lie in the perception and understanding of statistics as well as short-term rather than long-term focus on improvement. The findings also suggest that academics and practitioners believe that Lean Six Sigma has developed over time and will continue to develop and improve as a methodology rather than being replaced with a new methodology. Research limitations/implications The survey has a sample size of 25, albeit all respondents are established and very experienced practitioners and academics. Practical implications For organisations that are introducing or refreshing their continuous improvement initiatives, this research identifies some of the challenges and provides the opportunity to address them to maximise the opportunities for success and sustainability. Originality/value The value of this paper is that it further addresses the debate over the integration of Lean and Six Sigma for many organisations which still employ Lean alone, but beyond this it explores how they will continue to develop and whether they are a permanent edition to the quality management landscape or a transition to something else.

scholarly journals The long-term effects of take-overs on the South African economy

1984 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 229-231
Author(s):  
N. Bhana
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
South African ◽  
Direct Investment ◽  
The United States ◽  
Performance Criteria ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Lower Productivity ◽  
Manufacturing Resources

Acquiring companies prefer growth through acquisitions and mergers rather than growth by direct investment in manufacturing resources. A justification for the large number of take-overs is the belief that abnormal gains are to be obtained so. There is substantial empirical evidence showing this untrue. Take-overs contribute immediate short-term gains, and are preferred to internal expansion where the benefits accrue over the long-term. Managers are usually evaluated on short-term performance criteria and therefore they have a bias for take-overs. Several investigators have studied the decline of the United States economy and the corresponding rise of Japan as industrial leader. The unrestrained take-over activity has been the chief reason for the decline of many industries in the United States. Acquiring companies have contributed to their own downfall by not investing sufficiently in up-to-date manufacturing resources. Take-overs lead to economic decline caused by lower productivity of acquired resources. South African companies are showing a strong preference for growth through take-overs. With the take-over process many local industries have come under the control of a few large conglomerates. South African acquiring companies could benefit by following the Japanese example of direct investments in technologically up-to-date manufacturing resources. More direct investment in manufacturing resources will lead to a more vigorous free-enterprise system and will raise the productivity of local industries. A more stringent Competition Act is necessary if South Africa is to avoid the harm to the economy caused by unrestrained take-over activity.

Global Action against Dementia Call for Innovations

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 260-274
Author(s):  
Dajue Wang
Keyword(s):  
Entorhinal Cortex ◽  
Hippocampal Formation ◽  
Long Term Potentiation ◽  
Animal Assisted Therapy ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Term Memory ◽  
Term Potentiation ◽  
Pharmaceutical Industries

With the fast-growing aging population, dementia has become a health priority. However, in the past, medicine was largely dealing with physical disorders, and not enough knowledge and experience have been accumulated for mental health. The main and first symptom of this disorder is the loss of memory; hence, understanding the hippocampal formation is the key to tackling dementia. In 2007, a milestone book titled “Hippocampus Book” was published. One of the authors/editors is the 2014 Nobel Laureate in Physiology and Medicine, Professor John O'Keefe. It is a MUST-READ encyclopedia about the hippocampal formation, for those who wish to commit themselves to helping the patients with dementia. The formation consists of the hippocampus, entorhinal cortex, subiculum, presubiculum, parasubiculum, and dentate gyrus. The hippocampus is further divided into CA1, CA2, and CA3. The entorhinal cortex is the gateway of receiving all sensory information from the neocortex, while the subiculum is the exit for the efferent projections to the neocortex. Memory is divided into short-term and long-term memory. The former does not require protein synthesis while the latter does. The electrophysiological activities of creating these memories are short-term potentiation and long-term potentiation respectively. In most cases, the entorhinal cortex is the first structure to be damaged, and even short-term memory cannot be created. However, all except spatial memory are stored in the neocortex. Damage to the hippocampal formation would not affect the storage and retrieval of memories. Hence, past memories may remain intact in the early phases of the disorder. This devastating progressive disease has no cure. However, the highly plastic hippocampal formation may offer us some hope. It is the responsibility of the pharmaceutical industries to develop new drugs. Clinicians should add their efforts to the endeavor. The author would suggest that they explore insulin-like growth factors, brain stimulation, cell transplantation, and animal-assisted therapy to find some innovative solutions to help patients with dementia. As the current status of neuroscience stands, the animal-assisted therapy seems to stand out among all methods. It alleviates symptoms and stabilizes the ailment.

A Feature Based Method for Product-Oriented Representation to Manufacturing Resources in Cloud Manufacturing

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xu Liu ◽  
Yingguang Li ◽  
Wei Wang ◽  
Lihui Wang
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Knowledge Base ◽  
Cloud Manufacturing ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Machining Features ◽  
Feature Based ◽  
Manufacturing Resources ◽  
Traditional Representation ◽  
Part Model ◽  
Selection Of

In cloud manufacturing, resources are encapsulated into manufacturing services to be provided in the manufacturing cloud. Resources representation is the basis for resources encapsulation. However, traditional representation methods to manufacturing resources mainly focus on the static description and/or current status of equipment. Research in product-oriented representation to manufacturing capabilities is limited. As a result, the evaluation to resources in the manufacturing cloud is indirect which will complicate the decision making in service determination. This paper presents a feature based method for manufacturing resources representation. Machining features will be first extracted from the part model based on a predefined feature category. Then capabilities of resources linked by the manufacturing cloud to machine the part will be generated by computing the capabilities to machine the features based on a knowledge base composed of the rules to define resource capabilities. With this method, capabilities of manufacturing resources will be associated with certain product and the selection of service from the manufacturing cloud will be greatly facilitated.

scholarly journals Advances in Deep Vein Thrombosis Management with Thrombolysis

2009 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-69
Author(s):  
Ali Akhtar Cheema ◽  
◽  
Robert H Mallinson ◽  
Nicola Trepte ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Deep Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Common Disease ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Systemic Thrombolysis ◽  
Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Catheter Directed Thrombolysis ◽  
Deep Vein ◽  
Over 40 Years

Lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a common disease associated with serious short term and long term complications. Its conventional treatment has been anticoagulation. Thrombolytic treatment has been used for DVT for over 40 years. More recently catheter directed thrombolysis has taken over systemic thrombolysis. This technique is useful to prevent post thrombotic syndrome (PTS) after DVT. In this review article we present a case of DVT thrombolysis in our hospital, look at the pathophysiology of PTS, the mechanism of thrombolysis and the current status of thrombolysis in DVT.

scholarly journals Sex Differences in Romantic Kissing among College Students: An Evolutionary Perspective

2007 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 147470490700500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan M. Hughes ◽  
Marissa A. Harrison ◽  
Gordon G. Gallup
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Sex Differences ◽  
Sexual Arousal ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Evolutionary Perspective ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Mate Assessment ◽  
Pair Bonds ◽  
Descriptive Account

This study provides a descriptive account of kissing behavior in a large sample of undergraduate college students and considers kissing in the context of both short-term and long-term mating relationships. Kissing was examined as a mate assessment device, a means of promoting pair bonds, and a means of inducing sexual arousal and receptivity. A total 1,041 college students completed one of three questionnaires measuring kissing preferences, attitudes, styles, and behaviors. Results showed that females place more importance on kissing as a mate assessment device and as a means of initiating, maintaining, and monitoring the current status of their relationship with a long-term partner. In contrast, males place less importance on kissing, especially with short-term partners, and appear to use kissing to increase the likelihood of having sex. The results suggest that kissing may play an important role as an adaptive courtship/mating ritual.

scholarly journals Long-Acting Growth Hormone Preparations – Current Status and Future Considerations

2019 ◽  
Vol 105 (6) ◽  
pp. e2121-e2133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bradley S Miller ◽  
Eric Velazquez ◽  
Kevin C J Yuen
Keyword(s):  
Current Status ◽  
Term Therapy ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials ◽  
Serum Peak ◽  
Igf I ◽  
Long Acting ◽  
Relationship Of

Abstract Context Long-acting GH (LAGH) preparations are currently being developed in an attempt to improve adherence. The profile of GH action following administration of LAGH raises practical questions about clinical monitoring and long-term safety and efficacy of these new therapeutic agents. Methods Recent literature and meeting proceedings regarding LAGH preparations are reviewed. Results Multiple LAGH preparations are currently at various stages of development, allowing for decreased GH injection frequency from daily to weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Following administration of LAGH, the serum peak and trough GH and IGF-I levels vary depending upon the mechanism used to prolong GH action. Randomized, controlled clinical trials of some LAGH preparations have reported non-inferiority compared with daily recombinant human GH (rhGH) for improved growth velocity and body composition in children and adults with GH deficiency (GHD), respectively. No significant LAGH-related adverse events have been reported during short-term therapy. Conclusion Multiple LAGH preparations are proceeding through clinical development with some showing promising evidence of short-term clinical efficacy and safety in children and adults with GHD. The relationship of transient elevations of GH and IGF-I following administration of LAGH to efficacy and safety remain to be elucidated. For LAGH to replace daily rhGH in the treatment of individuals with GHD, a number of practical questions need to be addressed including methods of dose adjustment, timing of monitoring of IGF-I, safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness. Long-term surveillance of efficacy and safety of LAGH preparations will be needed to answer these clinically relevant questions.

scholarly journals THE FUTURE OF MAXILLOFACIAL PROSTHETICS IN LIBYA

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahmoud Ellarousi Elbashti ◽  
Amel Mohamed Aswehlee ◽  
Mariko Hattori ◽  
Yuka Sumita ◽  
Hisashi Taniguchi
Keyword(s):  
Neck Region ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Status Quo ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Prosthetic Rehabilitation ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Head And Neck Region ◽  
Contingency Plans

Maxillofacial prosthetics is a subspecialty of prosthodontics with a relatively wide scope in that it provides prosthetic rehabilitation and therapeutic appliances for numerous disorders, injuries, and defects of the head and neck region. This subspecialty is widely recognized in developed countries, but less so in many  developing countries. This special article is an initial effort to review the current status of maxillofacial prosthetics in Libya’s health and higher education sectors and its future establishment. In addition, we outline the steps needed to move beyond the current status quo in Libya. Based on a review of internationally recognized maxillofacial prosthetic programs based in North America, Europe, Japan, and South Africa, two plans for establishment are recommended for this purpose: an urgent short-term plan and an institutional long-term plan. Applying both plans would initially support maxillofacial prosthetic providers in managing patients with maxillofacial defects and developing contingency plans for follow-up and maintenance.

Current Status of Infant Stimulation or Enrichment Programs for Children with Developmental Disabilities

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1981 ◽  
Vol 67 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-37
Author(s):  
Eric Denhoff
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Disabilities ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Developmental Disability ◽  
Independent Living ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Emotional Deprivation ◽  
Children With Developmental Disabilities

Infant stimulation programs are organized programs of enrichment designed to provide developmentally appropriate activities to babies and toddlers who have or who are at risk for a variety of conditions that may interfere with their ability ultimately to have a full and productive life. Among these conditions are the sequelae of poverty, nutritional, sensory, and emotional deprivation, family instability, and developmental disability, any of which may interfere significantly with social and interpersonal relationships as well as cognitive, language, and motor performance.1-3 There are now a number of well-documented follow-up studies to show that early preschool stimulation programs for the baby from a low socioeconomic environment have both short-term and long-term benefits, providing that support systems are maintained during the school years.4,5 Further, there are studies which demonstrate short-term cognitive and long-term social improvement in babies genetically handicapped with Down syndrome,4 although contrary results have been reported recently.6 The Committee on Children with Handicaps of the American Academy of Pediatrics has requested this review of the historical background of infant stimulation programs and has sought to confirm that they accomplish their purpose of improving the overall outlook for children with developmental disabilities and those considered at high risk for them. DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES The 1979 Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act defines the term "developmental disability" as any severe, chronic disability of a person attributable to a mental or physical impairment or combination thereof, that is manifested before the age of 22 years, is likely to continue indefinitely, and will result in substantial limitation of function in three or more of the following areas: (1) self-care, (2) receptive and expressive language, (3) learning, (4) mobility, (5) self-direction, (6) capacity for independent living, (7) economic self-sufficiency, and (8) need for combinations and sequences of special, interdisciplinary or generic care, treatment, or other services which are of lifelong or extended duration and are individually planned or coordinated.

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