Structural Equation Modeling - Science method

This study investigated the effect of dolomitic lime incorporation on the microstructure and mechanical properties of metakaolin-based geopolymers activated by alkaline solution. Five geopolymer mixtures were prepared with the addition of 0.0%, 2.5%, 5.0%, 7.5%, and 10.0% dolomitic lime. The microstructure of the geopolymers was evaluated by scanni...

Herein, electrodeposition of Zn-Ni alloy thin films on CS substrates under various conditions, from sulfate baths containing Na3C6H5O7, C7H5NO3S, and 2-butyne-1,4diol, was studied. So as to have the best bath composition, a mixture design application was examined. The best obtained composition was: 0.3 M Na3C6H5O7-, 0.1 g/L C7H5NO3S and 0.1 g/L 2-b...

Purpose The current environment is unhelpful to female entrepreneurs, and they need to overcome numerous barriers when starting their own businesses. In this study, the researchers investigated the significant barriers that Pakistani female entrepreneurs require to overcome in this respect. Design/methodology/approach In this study, the researcher...

The effect of expanded vermiculite (e-VMT) was evaluated relative to the physical, mechanical, and flame retardancy performance of flat-pressed wood plastic composites (WPCs). Various contents of e-VMT (2.5, 5, 7.5, 10, 15%) were added instead of wood flour (WF) to the matrix. Due to the hydrophilic nature of the WF, water absorption (WA) and thick...

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengisi kesenjangan teoritis antara modal intelektual dan sikap risiko dan untuk mengidentifikasi perlunya studi lebih lanjut tentang peran mediasi literasi keuangan dan keberlanjutan bisnis pada UKM batik. Data dikumpulkan dengan menggunakan kuesioner yang diisi oleh 222 UKM batik di Jawa Timur. Teknik analisis data...

Although there is an increasing interest in construction 3D printing, skepticism persists due to the scarcity of supporting data. To address this concern, this paper presents a conceptual framework that aims to evaluate the viability of 3D printing (3DP) projects and facilitate the adoption of this technology. The study formulates hypotheses regard...

This study introduces an Integrated Carbon Capture and Utilisation-Reverse Water Gas Shift (ICCU-RWGS) approach , a novel method for in situ CO 2 adsorption and conversion, leveraging the synergistic effects of CaO within a NaCl-CaCl 2 molten salt blend to enhance CO 2 capture and conversion efficiency. Building upon this foundation, we optimize Ca...

The present research was designed to provide evidence into why and when Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) occur and pose a threat to aviation safety. Specifically, the goal was to understand how causal illusions interact with perceptual biases with and without irrational reasoning. A total of 408 airline pilots participated in an experiment usin...

This research, based on the co-creation value literature, examines the implications for both the brand and the consumer. In this regard, the study aims to contribute to the understanding of the effects of co-creation value, by specifically exploring the dynamics between brand image and greater willingness to pay, how they are influenced by co-creat...

When polymers are coated on the surface of cardboards, they inevitably penetrate through the cardboard pores, resulting in a complex three-layer structure consisting of a free polymer layer, an impregnated layer, and a free cardboard layer. In this article, two quantitative, representative, and reliable methods are proposed to determine the thickne...

This research aimed to examine the relationship between workplace spirituality, ethical leadership, proactive work behavior (PWB), and employee work effectiveness. Data were collected from 417 employees in private company across six provinces in Indonesia. The results from structural equation modeling (SEM) showed that workplace spirituality and et...

In the present work, a wall-resolved large-eddy simulation (WRLES) study of a gas turbine shaped-hole film cooling configuration is conducted, with a focus on the effects of in-hole surface roughness. The WRLES model is developed using a high-order spectral element method (SEM) flow solver, NekRS. The baseline configuration corresponds to blowing r...

Employment forms the cornerstone of societal welfare. Within the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence technology, the challenge for higher education institutions is to leverage these advancements to forge a robust employment and educational framework. This study integrates personalized recommendation algorithms to address the preva...

With the acceleration of globalization, the teaching quality of English, as an important tool for international communication, is getting more and more attention. In order to explore ways to improve the quality of English classroom teaching, this paper combines the characteristics of English classroom teaching in colleges and universities. It summa...

The role of innovation capability is becoming more and more important for the survival and development of an enterprise, and how to improve organizational innovation capability is an urgent problem for contemporary enterprises. This study adds the mediating variable of corporate learning to the model of corporate culture's influence on organization...

The increasing number of graduates from private colleges and universities creates a great challenge to analyze the factors influencing the employment of graduates and to improve the quality. Based on the structural equation SEM model and combining the data of graduates of private colleges and universities in a city, this paper integrates and select...

Heat treatment is an important technique that can improve the properties of shape memory alloys. In this study the effect of heat treatment at three different temperatures (973 K, 1073 K and 1173 K) on some thermodynamics parameters, crystal structure, and microstructure of Cu_86 Al_12 Nb_2 and Cu_86 Al_12 Hf_2 (mass %) Shape Memory Alloy has been...

ATK was investigated to ascertain its IE(%) on ASTM A36 MS corrosion in a HCl medium. This was possible through the use of WL, Td, Tm, PDP, EIS and SEM techniques. It was seen from all experimental results that, through adsorption onto the MS surface, ATK mitigated active corrosion sites. CR was seen to decrease with higher inhibitor Ct from 197.6...

IE(%) of SCLAE on CR of CS immersed in 1 N HCl was herein assessed by the WL method. The former increased and the latter decreased in the solution with higher Ct of SCLAE. The inhibitor blocked MS corrosion active sites, and created a protective layer that covered its surface. Pc constituents of SCLAE allowed the interaction between their hetero at...

In this study, the contamination of gold (Au) wire according to the types of rinse applied for surface treatment in the wire bonding process is investigated and confirmed. For the surface treatment, rinses containing silicon (Si) or those based on organic materials are mainly employed. To identify their effects, surface treatment is conducted on Au...

Copper–Vit B3 MOF was successfully prepared by efficient and eco hydrothermal method. The prepared MOF was characterized as a tetragonal crystal copper-MOF nanoparticles by FTIR, SEM, TEM, EDX and XRD. The prepared nanoparticles were used as an effective, inexpensive and low-toxic catalyst in the one-pot synthesis of some new benzoxanthenone deriva...

This paper presents an evaluation of the morphology of fertilizer-grade and prill-grade ammonium nitrate(V). All samples were analyzed using X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and tomography techniques. The XRD results revealed that despite various provenances, all samples exhibited similar Pmmm symmetry and diffract...

Understanding the variations of the geomechanical properties of rocks in geotechnical projects from the perspective of their micro-structures and alteration conditions is crucial for ensuring the safety and long-term sustainability of rock engineering (e.g., tunnels, slopes, mining). This study was carried out on basaltic rocks from the Akcakale an...

Perbandingan Aktivitas Antibakteri Ekoenzim Kulit Mangga, Nanas, dan Pepaya terhadap Bakteri Staphylococcus aureus dan Escherichia coli Dinda Permata (2210422035), Departemen Biologi, FMIPA Universitas Andalas. Infeksi bakteri Staphylococcus aureus dan Escherichia coli merupakan masalah kesehatan masyarakat yang signifikan. Penggunaan antibiotik ya...

The present study investigates the impact of complex material flow-induced interfacial reaction layers on the fatigue performance of friction stir-welded (FSW) S45C steel and 6061-T6 aluminum alloy. The material flow analysis reveals that the intermixing between aluminum and steel forms intermetallic compounds (IMCs) mainly limited to the upper sid...

This paper addresses the question of what constitutes an apt interpreted model for the purpose of analyzing causation. I first collect universally adopted aptness principles into a basic account, flagging open questions and choice points along the way. I then explore various additional aptness principles that have been proposed in the literature bu...

Skaningowa mikroskopia elektronowa (SEM) pozwala uzyskać wysokorozdzielcze obrazy powierzchni próbek za pomocą rejestracji elektronów wtórnych (SE) lub elektronów wstecznie rozproszonych (BSE), charakteryzujące się głębią ostrości oraz wysoką rozdzielczością. Obserwacje przy wykorzystaniu skaningowej mikroskopii elektronowej znajdują szerokie zasto...

Measures such as education, improving knowledge, attitude and taking preventive action to protect against COVID-19 are vital strategies for prevention. The aim of this study was to determine the predictability of Health Belief Model (HBM) constructs in performing preventive behaviors against COVID-19 among secondary school students in Chabahar, Ira...

Dodecenylsuccinic anhydride was used as a surface modifier to further modify amino-functionalized silica nanoparticles, and the modified nanoparticles (RNS-1A-DDSA) showed good dispersion stability in both nonpolar PAO6 and polar DIOS base oils. The tribological properties of RNS-1A-DDSA were evaluated using an oscillating reciprocal friction and w...

A series of hollow VOx/SiO2 nanofiber catalysts (nV/S-f) with vanadium content ranging from 0.25 wt% to 4.0 wt% were prepared by electrospinning-calcination, and characterized by ICP-MS, XRD, N2 adsorption–desorption, SEM, XPS, UV–Vis-DRS and H2-TPR. Subsequently, the performance of these catalysts in the oxidative dehydrogenation of propane (ODHP)...

This research aims to examine and analyze organizational behavior at UNINGRAT by exploring the role of visionary leadership, work motivation, and work culture on the performance of educational staff at UNINGRAT by mediating the role of work commitment. This research is explanatory research with a quantitative descriptive approach and survey methods...

Spatial interaction models with spatial origin-destination (OD) filters are powerful tools to characterize trip flows in space, which is a classic and important problem in regional science. To the authors’ knowledge, existing studies adopting OD filters mostly specify the spatial dependence as an autoregressive process, which may not be the full pi...

The competition that occurs between similar drinking water products and the boycott against buying Aqua drinking water products is a challenge for the Aqua company. This research aims to determine the influence of religiosity on the intention to repurchase Aqua drinking water products with perceived behavioral control and brand image as mediation a...

Purpose: This study is aimed to introduce the application of phantom approach with structural equation modelling method for online learning. By integrating these innovative methodologies, the research seeks to advance the understanding of how the phantom approach can effectively complement and augment structural equation modeling techniques. Resear...

Needle-shaped shiny polycrystalline SbSeI was grown by Solid State Thermal Reaction of constituent elements taken in stoichiometric ratio in an evacuated quartz tube at 585 oC for 3.5 hours. The obtained compound was characterized by SEM, EDAX, and XRD techniques. The resistance vs. temperature curve exhibits the semiconducting nature of the compou...

High-entropy alloys (HEAs) are alloys with high potential for use in defense, aircraft, and aerospace industries due to their properties such as high strength, hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and ability to operate at high temperatures. Therefore, in this study, FeNiMnCrCoTi0.1BX (x values in molar ratio, x = 0-1) high entropy allo...

This research investigates the complex relationships between university management strategies, student resilience, and their collective impact on student well-being and psychological distress in the setting of higher education. The aim of this study was to thoroughly examine how these factors interact and how their combined impact affects students'...

Background The existence of a valid instrument to evaluate the attitude of mothers towards compliance with medical ethics during childbirth can lead to appropriate interventions to create a positive attitude. The purpose of this study is to determine the construct validity of the MEAVDQ (Medical Ethics Attitude in Vaginal Delivery Questionnaire)....

This paper aims to examine the relation between the performance of construction contract administration process groups (CCAPG) and the contract administration performance and establish a construction contract administration performance index (CCAPI). Through an online questionnaire,306 respondents participated in this research to rate the importanc...

This study examined the impact of occupational stress (OS) on innovative entrepreneurial capabilities (IEC) and he innovative work behavior (IWB) of migrant entrepreneurs operating SMEs. The study is novel as it fills the existing gap in the literature by examining IWB and IEC within one construct. There is no conclusive evidence prior to this stud...

The oxidation resistance of Zn-9Al-2.5Mg-xBe (x = 0,0.005,0.01,0.05,0.1) alloys was investigated in this study through isothermal oxidation experiments. The alloy microstructure, morphology, and composition of the oxide film were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), and x-ray diffraction (XRD). Th...

This research was conducted with the aim of knowing the influence of prices and products on PT. XYZ Forwarding Indonesia on Repurchase Intention with customer satisfaction as an intervening variable. This affects business competition conditions in the Freight Forwarding industry. Currently, many Freight Forwarding companies have just been establish...

Recognizing the importance of students’ attitudes in enhancing their educational achievements, this study aimed to examine the roles of spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC (Willingness to Communicate) in students’ English language achievements. The study aimed to create a scale to assess students’ spiritual motivation. Additionally, it sc...

Loess is widely distributed in the northwest and other regions, and its unique structural forms such as large pores and strong water sensitivity lead to its collapsibility and collapse, which can easily induce slope instability. Guar gum and basalt fiber are natural green materials. For these reasons, this study investigated the solidification of l...

In this work, the 0.5BaCuSi4O10–0.5BaCuSi2O6‐based ceramics were synthesized using a standard solid‐phase reaction process, and the inherent relationship between crystal structure and microwave dielectric properties was thoroughly explored. The crystal structure of the 0.5BaCuSi4O10–0.5BaCuSi2O6 ceramic was determined by X‐ray diffractometer, which...

This study investigates the relationship between workplace ostracism and discretionary work effort in the software industry focusing particularly on exploring the serial mediation role of negative affect and employee silence in this dynamic. Data were gathered from 384 software engineers. Workplace ostracism, a universally observed phenomenon, has...

ABSTRAK Sikap, minat dan keyakinan diri merupakan antara dimensi kritikal dalam membentuk kemenjadian pelajar. Hal ini bertambah kritikal bagi pelajar pra-universiti kerana corak pembelajaran yang berbeza berbanding peringkat sekolah. Pembelajaran ekonomi yang berpaksikan penjelasan kepada teori-teori ekonomi boleh menyumbang kepada pencapaian yang...

Collaborative skills are crucial in knowledge-rich domains, such as medical diagnosing. The Collaborative Diagnostic Reasoning (CDR) model emphasizes the importance of high-quality collaborative diagnostic activities (CDAs; e.g., evidence elicitation and sharing), influenced by content and collaboration knowledge as well as more general social skil...

This study aims to find out the influence of organizational culture, career development development, and self-efficacy on employee performance. The population in this study is all employees of the Tirta Darma Ayu Indramayu Regional Drinking Water Company (PDAM) which totals 146 people, with a sample of 110 people. The method used in this study uses...

The primary aim of this study is to investigate the factors influencing work-life balance among women teachers in secondary schools, with a focus on the role of training programs, emotional intelligence, stress management and supportive work environments. A cross-sectional research design was employed, and data were collected from 422 women teacher...

Microstructural variations within welded metals, specifically in terms of phases and their corresponding volume fractions, play a crucial role in influencing weld strength and other mechanical properties. Welded joints in a ‘T’ configuration pose a unique challenge due to the dynamic heat distribution caused by changes in the electrode work angle (...

Boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs) are effective mechanical reinforcement materials with no cytotoxicity and good biocompatibility. Due to their excellent chemical properties and stability, BNNSs are widely used in the field of chemical and biomedical material's improvement. This study aims to investigate the effect of BNNSs on the mechanical propert...

The focus of this research is to determine the effect of perceived reputation and perceived usefulness on e-purchase intention and to determine the mediating effect of e-trust. This research used a sample of marketplace users in Indonesia with 232 respondents. Hypothesis testing uses Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) wit...

Objectives This study aims to investigate the effect of coating time on the formation of hydroxyapatite (HA) coating layer on ZK60 substrate and understand the biodegradation behavior of the coated alloy for biodegradable implant applications. Methods Biodegradable ZK60 alloy was coated by HA layer for different times of 0.5, 1, 2, and 4 h by chem...

Although electric vehicles are considered a breakthrough with potential positive impacts on the environment, economy, and public health, their adoption in Indonesia is still low. This study examines the factors that influence the intention to adopt electric vehicles using the theory of planned behavior approach. The theory of planned behavior empha...

The aims of this study were to create a composite index to measure the overall players’ physical performance in professional soccer matches and analyze the effect of individual playing time and positional differences on this composite index. A total of 830 official matches from LaLiga men’s first division and Spanish Copa del Rey were analyzed, whi...

The aim of the research is to analyze the role of work engagement in mediating the influence of leader-member exchange and perceived organizational support on organizational citizenship behavior. This research is a type of explanatory research conducted on employees at the Six Senses Hotel Uluwatu, Bali and the Royal Tulip Springhill Resort Jimbara...

The research aims to examine the influence of institutional image, religiosity, transparency, and trust on the interest of muzakki in paying zakat at Yatim Mandiri. This study employs a quantitative method with data analysis techniques using a structural equation model (SEM). The research population consists of muzakki from Yatim Mandiri zakat inst...

The purpose of this study is to investigate how brand ambassadors and the Korean wave affect brand perception and how that affects consumer choice. Using non-probability selection approaches, a sample of 100 respondents was chosen from a population of K-poppers as part of this quantitative research study. Direct data searches, online research, and...

The aim of this research is to determine the effect of workload and work discipline on employee performance with job satisfaction as a mediating variable. The research method used is a quantitative method. The data analysis technique used in this research is structural equation modeling or what is usually called Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)....

This study comparatively investigated the performance of mortar prepared using excavated soil recycled fine aggregate (ESRFA), which mainly included fine aggregate obtained by sediment separation equipment and sieving. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to analyse the size and shape of ESRFA particles. The particle size distribution of ESR...

This study examined the effect of green innovations (GI) on the environmental performance (EP) of the hotel industry (HI) in Ghana, focusing on the moderating role of green transformational leadership (GTFL). Data from 500 hotel staff were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling to analyze the data. The outcome showed that green innovation and...

The relationship between tree radial growth and climate factors is intricate and affected by various factors related to global climate change. Chinese fir [Cunninghamia lanceolata (Lamb.) Hook.)] is a crucial fast-growing timber species in subtropical China. Its productivity, primarily determined by radial growth, has been influenced by climate cha...

Affective commitment of hospital staff plays an important role in the health service sector. This research aims to determine the influence of self-efficacy, optimism, hope and resilience on the affective commitment of hospital staff. The study population was 383 hospital staff from two different hospitals. Sampling was carried out using stratified...

With the widespread application of tagging materials, existing chemical tagging materials exhibit limitations in stability and detection under field conditions. This study introduces a novel magnetic detection scheme. Hydrophilic material-modified Fe3O4 nanoparticles (COOH-PEG@Fe3O4 NPs) were synthesized using the co-precipitation technique. The co...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to assess students' behaviors toward biodiversity management in higher education institutions. This study expands upon the value belief norm (VBN) theory by examining how environmental values, beliefs and norms impact students' engagement in biodiversity management. Design/methodology/approach An online survey...

This study analyzed the relationship between environmental and cognitive factors and the entrepreneurial intentions of business students from the perspective of the Planned Behavior Theory. Data were collected in the classroom through a questionnaire that was distributed to 229 freshmen in the first year of the Accounting, Economics and Administrat...

Affinity is precisely used for user acceptance of the local government information system (SIPD), which is a mandatory system. Affinity is capable of influencing users’ perceptions of interest and common interests, thereby encouraging users to continue using the SIPD system. This research aims to empirically test perceived affinity towards the cont...

This study aims to determine the effect of the fraud triangle on financial statement fraud with financial distress as an intervening variable. The population of this study were all financial sector companies totaling 107 and then withdrawing samples using purposive sampling method, there were 42 companies that met the sample criteria. The results s...

In this study, a PtSn/Al2O3 catalyst with bimetallic uniform distribution in the sphere was synthesized. The PDH performance and characterization analyses, such as with FTIR, XPS, and NH3-TPD, were investigated. The effects of acid on the PDH performance were analyzed. Citric acid (CA) acted as a competing adsorbent in the preparation process of th...

Ni-W catalysts find extensive application in catalysis; however, the impact of diverse morphologies on their catalytic activity remains a relatively unexplored area. Using hydrothermal/solvothermal synthesis methods, we successfully synthesized Ni-W catalysts with various morphologies, including sheet-like, sphere-like, rod-like, flower-like, and p...

The highly reversible insertion/extraction of large-radius K+ into electrode materials remains a tough goal, especially for conversion-type materials. Herein, we design a current collector-integrated electrode (N–CoSe/CoSe2–C@Cu) as an advanced anode for potassium-ion battery (PIBs). The conductive CoSe/CoSe2 heterojunction with rich Se vacancy def...

Background and Aim: This study explored the factors that affected student attitudes regarding mobile translation applications and their satisfaction. The latent variables investigated in the study include effort expectancy (EE), performance expectancy (PE), attitude (AT), perceived learning outcomes (LO), facilitating conditions (FC), social influe...

This study illustrates the impact of different polymer types on the characteristics of Fe2O3. The manufacture of nanocomposites involved the use of polyethylene oxide (PEO), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), and Poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) polymers. Nanocomposites were synthesised by combining an aqueous solution of Ferric chloride with various polyme...

The application of smart construction technologies is becoming a crucial approach to improving safety performance in the construction industry. Existing research often focuses on the qualitative analysis of specific technologies, neglecting a comprehensive empirical examination of the characteristics of smart construction technologies and their imp...

The current study investigated the impact of spiritual and environment-specific servant leadership on pro-environmental behaviors using the social information processing theory as a theoretical framework. It also examined the effect of perceived organizational environmental support as a boundary condition. Previous academic research has recognized...

Menerapkan Analisis Path, SEM, dan Analisis Data Panel

A three-dimensional porous bacterial cellulose/graphene oxide (BC/GO) composite hydrogel (BC/GO) was synthesized with multi-layer graphene oxide (GO) as the modifier and bacterial cellulose as the skeleton via an ultrasonic shaking process to absorb lead ions effectively. The characteristics of BC/GO were investigated through TEM, SEM, FT-IR, NMR a...

In recent years, forensic engineering, a growing field of engineering, has developed. If the product malfunctions prematurely, the user will not be able to use that product, and sometimes it may lead to personal injuries. Sophisticated techniques such as SEM and DSC are used to study these problems. Forensic engineers evaluate documentary evidence...

In this study, we carried out an electrochemical investigation of the palladium electrodeposition process at pH 5 and 8, evaluating the kinetic parameters related to its nucleation and growth processes on a Highly Oriented Pyrolytic Graphite (HOPG) electrode from a plating bath containing 1 mM of Pd and 1 M NH4Cl. The voltammetric study allowed us...

The Lead Zirconate Titanate/polyvinylidene fluoride (PZT/PVDF) piezoelectric composite with various volume fractions of PZT is successfully fabricated by the proposed solution casting and hot press methods. The aim of this study is to determine the quality of the composite material being fabricated by its homogeneity. Homogeneity can be determined...

A lack of entrepreneurship understanding causes students to think about becoming employees rather than entrepreneurs (Athia et al., 2018). This study aims to attempt to teach students why it is so crucial to start their own businesses and encourage the growth of an entrepreneurial mindset by conducting an introduction and deepening of the business...

The hot stamping of Al-Si-coated high-strength steel (HSS) sheets is an important manufacturing process that has gained significant attention in recent years. However, the friction and adhesive wear that occur during the process have become major bottlenecks, limiting the efficiency and effectiveness of the process. To address this problem, a compr...