Behnam Salimi and David R. Hayhurst
Purpose — The purpose of this paper is to seek improved solution techniques for combined boundary‐initial value problems (IVPs) associated with the time‐dependent creep…
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Purpose — The purpose of this paper is to seek improved solution techniques for combined boundary‐initial value problems (IVPs) associated with the time‐dependent creep deformation and rupture of engineering structures at high temperatures and hence to reconfigure a parallel iterative preconditioned conjugate gradient (PCG) solver and the DAMAGE XXX software, for 3‐D finite element creep continuum damage mechanics (CDM) analysis.Design/methodology/approach — The potential to speed up the computer numerical solution of the combined BV‐IVPs is addressed using parallel computers. Since the computational bottleneck is associated with the matrix solver, the parallelisation of a direct and an iterative solver has been studied. The creep deformation and rupture of a tension bar has been computed for a range of the number of degrees of freedom (ndf), and the performance of the two solvers is compared and assessed.Findings — The results show the superior scalability of the iterative solver compared to the direct solver, with larger speed‐ups gained by the PCG solver for higher degrees of freedom. Also, a new algorithm for the first trial solution of the PCG solver provides additional speed‐ups.Research limitations/implications — The results show that the ideal parallel speed‐up of the iterative solver of 16, relative to two processors, is achieved when using 32 processors for a mesh of ndf = 153,238. Originality/value — Techniques have been established in this paper for the parallelisation of CDM creep analysis software using an iterative equation solver. The significant computational speed‐ups achieved will enable the analysis of failures in weldments of industrial significance.
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The purpose of this chapter is to introduce critical issues of power, social reproduction, and agency in the practice and institutionalization of sport-for-development and the…
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The purpose of this chapter is to introduce critical issues of power, social reproduction, and agency in the practice and institutionalization of sport-for-development and the burgeoning “Sport for Development and Peace” (SDP) sector. To this end, the chapter draws on a host of recent academic contributions to the critical study of sport-for-development.
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Key findings of several research projects are organized and presented in four thematic categories: terms of development, voice and agency, social reproduction, and privilege and dominance. In turn, the conclusion examines recent theoretical applications of participatory methods and critical pedagogy to the research and practice of sport-for-development.
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The chapter provides a succinct introduction to critical issues in sport-for-development work and will be of value to researchers, students, and practitioners interested in progressive approaches to international development and the role of sport therein.
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This chapter presents an empirical effort for the theoretical applicability of sport diplomacy to sport for development (SFD) research by examining how sport played a role in…
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This chapter presents an empirical effort for the theoretical applicability of sport diplomacy to sport for development (SFD) research by examining how sport played a role in pursuing South Korea's development at given four historical stages: (1) A prelude to Korean SFD before 1945, (2) sport for a new Korea between 1945 and 1960, (3) sport for developmental state between 1961 and 1979, and (4) sport for coming-out parties of the 1980s. This chapter supports current scholarly attempts to situate the 21st century sport for development (SFD) within the history of sport for social good, as well as approaches integrating the role of sport in the 19th century colonization and/or in the modern version of development during the post-war era. By adding an Asian case (South Korea), this chapter contributes to existing SFD literature mostly focusing on Western countries and their former colonies in Africa and South/Central America. It also contributes to the understanding of soft power's dualistic characteristics that direct domestic and international audiences with a new insight into the sport-development nexus in the history of South Korea.
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Analyses the wide range of issues to be considered when launching a new product development programme. Stresses the importance of new product development in taking a successful…
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Analyses the wide range of issues to be considered when launching a new product development programme. Stresses the importance of new product development in taking a successful company forward. Discusses the risks involved – in the marketplace four out of five new products result in failure. Examines options for where a new product development department should fit into the company – e.g. in the marketing department, in the technical department or as a stand‐alone department. Outlines the advantages and disadvantages of using an external consultant to advise on the setting up of new product development or relying on existing staff. Stresses the importance of analysis and feedback from any methods used. Concludes there is no ideal new product organisation – what's best for one firm might not be best for another. Asserts that in reality, a range of new product organisations can be found, and tailored to meet individual needs.
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R. Lyle Skains, Jennifer A. Rudd, Carmen Casaliggi, Emma J. Hayhurst, Ruth Horry, Helen Ross and Kate Woodward
Aarhus Kommunes Biblioteker (Teknisk Bibliotek), Ingerslevs Plads 7, Aarhus, Denmark. Representative: V. NEDERGAARD PEDERSEN (Librarian).
This chapter explores the emergence, growth, and current status of the sociology of sport in Canada. Such an endeavour includes acknowledging the work and efforts of Canadian…
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This chapter explores the emergence, growth, and current status of the sociology of sport in Canada. Such an endeavour includes acknowledging the work and efforts of Canadian scholars – whether Canadian by birth or naturalization or just as a result of their geographic location – who have contributed to the vibrant and robust academic discipline that is the sociology of sport in Canadian institutions coast-to-coast, and who have advanced the socio-cultural study of sport globally in substantial ways. This chapter does not provide an exhaustive description and analysis of the past and present states of the sociology of sport in Canada; in fact, it is important to note that an in-depth, critical and comprehensive analysis of our field in Canada is sorely lacking. Rather, this chapter aims to highlight the major historical drivers (both in terms of people and trends) of the field in Canada; provide a snapshot of the sociology of sport in Canada currently; and put forth some ideas as to future opportunities and challenges for the field in Canada.
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Looks at the effectiveness of marketing development in the organization. Relates the development of marketing in firms UK firms in a single industry to effectiveness in the areas…
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Looks at the effectiveness of marketing development in the organization. Relates the development of marketing in firms UK firms in a single industry to effectiveness in the areas of product development and customer relationships.
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This paper is about relationships between R & D and Marketing personnel in industrial companies and their influence on product innovation. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental…
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This paper is about relationships between R & D and Marketing personnel in industrial companies and their influence on product innovation. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental differences in outlook and some of the professional, organisational and task‐related problems which typically arise when specialists are required to work together. The approach is largely behavioural and advice is offered on ways of dismantling barriers and creating a climate for mutual understanding and constructive co‐operation.
It has often been said that a great part of the strength of Aslib lies in the fact that it brings together those whose experience has been gained in many widely differing fields…
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It has often been said that a great part of the strength of Aslib lies in the fact that it brings together those whose experience has been gained in many widely differing fields but who have a common interest in the means by which information may be collected and disseminated to the greatest advantage. Lists of its members have, therefore, a more than ordinary value since they present, in miniature, a cross‐section of institutions and individuals who share this special interest.