This paper presents a nonlinear adaptive backstepping algorithm for position control of an anthropomorphic robotic hand. The contraction force of PAM actuator has been modeled based on an empirical approach and the overall finger is represented as a nonlinear second order system, taking into account the system uncertainty caused by hysteresis pheno

A novel numerical scheme using the combination of flowfield-dependent variation method and arbitrary Lagrangian–Eulerian method is developed. This method is a mixed explicit–implicit numerical scheme, and its implicitness is dependent on the physical properties of the flowfield. The scheme is discretized using the finite-volume method to give f

Objectives The purpose of this study was to evaluate the synergistic effect of epithelial rests of Malassez cells (ERM) and transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) on proliferation, cementogenic and osteogenic differentiation of stem cells derived from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED). Materials and methods SHED were co-cultured with ERM wi

While the Islamic banking and finance industry has grown rapidly since its inception in 1983, there remain gaps in terms of its reach and inclusiveness. The current model of Islamic banking tends to favour the more affluent segment of the society, to the exclusion of the poor, also known as the un-bankables. In view of this, there is an urgent need

Active disturbance rejection control (ADRC) for a quarter-car active suspension system is proposed. The performance of ADRC is compared with benchmark (LQR control) from current literature. A simulation experiment is performed to investigate the performance of ADRC in comparison with passive system and the LQR control, as well as to test the abilit

As a result of globalization, one of the most major issues affecting the success of projects would be the formation of a multicultural project management style. As projects leaders continue to lead global, multicultural projects, there is a demand for managing a workforce that is more diverse than ever. The multi-generational workforce has distinct

Objectives: To study the effects of Eurycoma Longifolia jack (E.L.) root extract on the serum leptin and testosterone levels of male rats. Methodology: Mature male Albino Wistar rats were used in this study. Serum leptin and testosterone ;levels were analyzed before receiving treatment (control group), then the rats were divided into two groups. Gr

Hydrogel based on petroleum polymer are expensive, non-biodegradable and nondecompose which lead them to heavy waste in environment. In this paper, biopolymer is used to overcome this problem and promote environmental friendliness and biocompatible to the human skin and impregnation of silver nano-particle (SNP) acts as anti-bacterial which needed

Objectives: To study the relationship between diabetes mellitus, periodontal health status and dental caries. Materials and methods: A case-control study involving 42 type II diabetic patients and 42 non-diabetic patients was conducted at Polyclinic, Kulliyyah of Dentistry, International Islamic University Malaysia. Their decay, missing, filling, t

The population of linguistically and culturally diverse students in tertiary education in Malaysia has increased steadily since the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) intensified the concept of internationalisation. This changing demographics make it incumbent upon teachers to know their students' cultures.This paper examines multicu