In this paper, a configuration of a passively Q-switched Erbium-doped fiber laser (EDFL) using a Lutetium Oxide (Lu2O3) thin film as a saturable absorber (SA) is experimentally implemented to generate high pulse energy with a high signal to noise ratio. A stable Q-switched pulse train is initiated at the input pump power of 30.442mW, and maximum pu

The present work is on the synthesis of forsterite (Mg2SiO4) powder using talc and magnesium oxide powders as the starting materials followed by a heat treatment process. Sintering behavior and mechanical properties of the forsterite bodies were evaluated from 1200ºC to 1500°C. Forsterite phase were detected in samples without any secondary phase

Medical Screening is a basic test, which identifies rare and severe health problems. A newborn screening program (NSP) can detect disorders before they become symptomatic. Early treatment of these endocrine disorders can prevent intellectual disability and life-threatening crises. The hearing impairment will precipitate neurodevelopmental delay, ma

The difficulties brought by the implementation of the cordon sanitaire in Malaysia to contain the spread of Covid-19 and longstanding local grievances have led to an explosion of xenophobic sentiments towards refugees in the country during the pandemic. The prospect of more refugee boats arriving after hundreds were turned away (Ratcliffe, 17 April

The three Divine Abrahamic faiths i.e. Judaism, Christianity and Islam, revealed to the prophets of God, are divine religions that shape outlook of life, people’s perception, culture and civilization and enhance the relationship between God-man-universe. In this process, people who adhere to a particular religion tend to explore the phenomena thr

This report introduced focused ion beam (FIB) micromachining as a potential technique to fabricate Bio-MEMS microfluidic devices. This work investigated the influence of three FIB process parameters, which were acceleration voltage, dwell time and milled depth. The response variables were taper angle (θ), aspect ratio (ar) and average surface roug

Every religion has its own worldview that provides an outlook of life for perceiving the reality and truth with a sense of its meaning and values. The essence of religious faith shapes people’s attitudes, perceptions, conducts, actions, and enhances the relationships between man-God-universe. In this process, people who adhere to a particular rel

The aim of this study was to understand the doctor-patient-nurses relationship with respect to their therapeutic interaction build up during the treatment process. The medicalization of childbirth has remarkably changed women's experiences of the transition to motherhood. Medicalization has significant influence on women's perceptions of pr

The problem of delay in construction industry is a global phenomenon and the construction industry in Malaysia is no exception. In the current day context, despite significant benefits in terms of time and cost savings gained through the systematic use of 4D technologies on construction projects, Malaysia construction industry has yet to embrace th

Recently there is a rapid growth in micro-manufacturing technology especially in the areas of biomedical, electronics, automotive, and military applications. In micro-manufacturing, the dimension of the part range from few micrometers to few millimeters with sub-micrometer accuracy and nano-metric surface finish. It requires new and at least modifi