We consider a nearest-neighbor Potts model, with countable spin values Φ = {0, 1, . . .}, and nonzero external field, on a Cayley tree of order k (with k + 1 neighbors). We study translation-invariant ‘splitting’ Gibbs measures. The problem is reduced to the description of the solutions of some infinite system of equations. We give full descri

This paper presents an approach to establish models for tool life in end milling of titanium alloy Ti–6Al– 4V using uncoated carbide inserts under dry conditions. Small central composite design (CCD) was employed in developing the tool life model in relation to primary cutting parameters such as cutting speed, axial depth of cut and feed. Flank

A preliminary model is introduced in this paper whereby data and its associated security properties are treated as a single atomic unit of information in a hardware-only context. Security-tagged data allows each datum to be properly manipulated with a predictable assurance. This paper addresses the data modeling, process modeling and network modeli

Understanding the relay channel is a key to developing efficient cooperative schemes, which could significantly enhance the efficiency of a wireless network. In this study, we consider a decode-and-forward (DF) relay channel and address the resource allocation for optimal relaying.Unleashing the Full Potential of Relaying Elsheikh M. A. Elsheikh, a

Al-daman (guarantee) is one of the legitimate means used to protect ownership and other financial rights. It is one of the means of security upon which people have been dependent for a long time. As people use it, it develops with the development of their economic and commercial dealings. Al-daman has, as such become an important means which plays

On 23rd December 2006 the United Nations Security Council unanimously decided to pass Resolution 1737 imposing what is known as 'smart saction' against Iran - a sanction that demands Iran to end all of its uranium enrichment activities; orders all countries to stop supplying Iran with materials and technology that could contribute to its nu

On 23rd December 2006 the United Nations Security Council unanimously decided to pass Resolution 1737 imposing what is known as ‘smart sanction’ against Iran - a sanction that demands Iran to end all of its uranium enrichment activities; orders all countries to stop supplying Iran with materials and technology that could contribute to its nucle

This article investigates if the trade-conflict theory can be applied to the world in current times. Trade, conflict and peace data of ten countries from 2000 to 2004 have been used to explain the trade and conflict relationship. The ten countries are as follows; USA, UK, Germany, China, Israel, India, Pakistan, Lebanon, Syria and The Russian Feder

The 2006 Israel’s military attack on Lebanon raises numerous issues concerning ‘jus ad bellum’ and ‘jus in bello’ rules of international law relating to international armed conflict. Jus ad bellum or the law relating to the initiation of war is now regulated by the Charter of the United Nations (UN). The UN Charter prohibits the use of mi

The doctrine of corporate social responsibility (CSR), which has emerged and developed rapidly as a field of study, is a framework for the role of business in society. It sets standards of behavior to which a company must subscribe in order to impact society in a positive and productive manner while abiding by values that exclude seeking profit at