In this paper, we evaluate Scalable Coherent Interface (SCI) as avionics real-time network. An OPNET based SCI node model is established. The results of our preliminary experiments show that a certain utilization of network load should be maintained in order to guarantee the timely delivery of real-time messages in avionics system where basic SCI ring is adopted.

BACKGROUND Timely initiation of breastfeeding is defined as putting the newborn to the breast within 1 h of birth. In Ethiopia, different studies have been conducted to assess the prevalence of timely initiation of breastfeeding and associated factors. The findings of these studies were inconsistent and characterized by great variability. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review and meta-an...

BACKGROUND Immunisation coverage in New Zealand is lower than what is necessary to prevent large epidemics of pertussis. Primary care is where most immunisation delivery occurs. General practices vary in their structure and organisation, both in a general sense and specifically with respect to immunisation delivery. AIM To identify the structural and organisational characteristics of general ...

Purpose of review Efforts to improve outcomes from acute kidney injury (AKI) have focussed on timely diagnosis and effective delivery of basic patient care. Electronic alerts (e-alerts) for AKI have attracted interest as a tool to facilitate this. Initial feasibility has already been demonstrated; this review will discuss recent advances in alert methodology, implementation beyond single centre...

high expectations at a time when deregulation and open systems have made the competitive landscape more aggressive. The mobile Internet offers a golden opportunity for creating new services and new revenue streams. The key to unlocking these opportunities is the ability to deliver services and applications that work, are available at the right time, and offer personalization. The tool that enab...

The study assessed beneficiaries’ satisfaction in the management of loag-contract components by cooperatives involved in the farm credit delivery in Edo State. The objective was to identify the components of the farm loan contract, examine the management strategies and rate the beneficiaries’ satisfaction of such management strategies. This was done by purposively selecting 40 cooperatives invo...

To identify and discuss sources of delay in the new product development process at an industrial products firm, data were collected during 11 bi-weekly project review meetings at which 42 different projects were discussed. The highest priority projects were designs for a new venture into European markets. It was suggested that manager selection, vendor monitoring, attention to physical engineer...

We present our own experience management in pregnant women with placenta percreta. For the timely diagnosis of accreta or percreta, it is recommended to conduct ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) studies previa a history caesarean section. Objective signs accreta, identified before delivery, make possible right decision about delivery minimize complications mother newborn. A coordi...