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    • Grafting amino-acid molecular imprinted polymer on carbon nanotube for sensing 

      Ali Yeon, Md Shakaff, Prof. Dr.; Halim, N. F. A; Mohd Noor, Ahmad, Prof. Dr.; Nazree, Deraman, Dr. (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Molecular imprinted polymer (MIP) is a good matrix that exhibit satisfactory recognition ability when integrated onto sensing transducer. We report on the preparation of such material by graft-polymerizing MIP on the surface ...

    • Effects of dynamic vulcanization on the properties of thermoplastic tapioca starch / high density polyethylene / natural rubber 

      A.W.M. Kahar; Hanafi, Ismail; N.K., Othman (Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), 2012-06-18)
      Effects of dynamic vulcanization on the morphology and tensile properties of high density polyethylene/natural rubber/thermoplastic tapioca starch (HDPE/NR/TPS) blends were investigated. The ratio between HDPE/NR was fixed ...

    • Development of attitude control simulator for InnoSAT satellite system 

      Siti Maryam, Sharun; Mohd Yusoff, Mashor, Dr.; Sazali, Yaacob, Prof. Dr.; Zul Azfar, Ahmam; N. Hamzah (Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), 2012-05-18)
      The current study proposes a novel approach for satellite attitude control simulator design where the simulator consists of both software and hardware. A software simulator will represent the satellite dynamic model, ...

    • Assessing causal relationships between construction resources and cost overrun using PLS path modeling focusing in southern and central region of Malaysia 

      Aftab Hameed, Memon; Ismail Abdul, Rahman; Ade Asmi, Abdul Azis (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Construction resources are fundamental requirement for any construction project to achieve project completion within estimated budget. The fundamental construction resources include material, manpower, machinery and money. ...

    • Open circuit potential analysis of Sn-9Zn Pb-free solder in different solutions 

      Muhammad Firdaus, Mohd Nazeri; Ahmad Azmin, Mohamad (Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), 2012-06-18)
      The open circuit potential of Sn-9Zn lead-free solder was studied in distilled water and 6 M KOH solutions. The potential arises with the prolonged immersion time prior reaching saturation regardless of the solution. ...

    • Multi-operational solar-operated generator set system for grid-connected and off-grid electricity supply 

      Rosnazri, Ali; Ismail, Daut, Prof. Dr.; Soib, Taib, Prof. Dr.; Tunku Muhamad Nizar, Tunku Mansur; Nor Hanisah, Baharudin; Muhammad Irwanto, Misrun, Dr. (Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), 2012-06-18)
      This paper presents the concept of using a DC motor and synchronous generator as an electromechanical inverter as an alternative option to present popular approach of using solid-state inverters in converting the solar ...

    • Oil spill management in Thailand 

      Singkran, Nuanchan; Rattikansukha, Chuthamat, Dr. (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Thailand has major industrial development along the coast especially expansion in shipping and oil industrial. These activities increase the risk of oil spill to the marine environment. To obtain the risk area, information ...

    • Inflation and unemployment in Malaysia 

      Mohd Shahidan, Shaari; Mohd Juraij, Abd. Rani; Mohammad Shariff, Ismail; Nor Ermawati, Hussain (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      The objective of this paper is to examine the relationship between inflation and unemployment in Malaysia using annually data from 1982 until 2010 and also to see whether the Phillips curve is applicable in Malaysia. ...

    • The relationship of knowledge sharing behavior towards the organizational innovation capability (case study of ISP organization in Malaysia) 

      Hassad, Hassan; Nor Azizah, Hitam; Junainor, Hassan (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Knowledge sharing is very important to organization. Employees share knowledge among them so that they can learn new skills and apply the skills to their work. In the workplace, knowledge sharing will help the employees ...

    • The relationship between teaching approach to lecturer program with student competency in UTHM 

      Noorazman, Abd Samad; Jamil, Basir; Azman, Hassan; Hairuddin, Harun; Izzatul Hidayah, Abdul Hamid (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      This study was conducted to determine the relationship and influence of lecturers teaching approach of acquired competencies of children in the Teachers Graduation Programme (TGP) in UTHM. Aspects investigated lecturers ...

    • Preliminary assessment of particulate matter air quality associated with traffic Emissions in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand 

      Kanabkaew, Thongchai, Dr.; Nookongbut, Phiyachat; Soodjai, Patcharakan (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Urbanization results in increasing traffic density which is in turn a major cause of air quality deterioration. For the past decade, number of new registered vehicles in Thailand was increased around 3 times as of 2011 ...

    • Fire resistance of biomass ash panels used for internal partitions in buildings 

      Roshazita, Che Amat; Norlia, Mohamad Ibrahim; Nur Liza, Rahim; Nur Saidatul Balqish, Ahmad Tajudin; Khairel Rafezi, Ahmad, Dr. (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      constructions. This study develop new products made of by biomass ash from industry waste for the internal partitions panel. Modifying the internal partition panel of wall with addition of biomass ash (EFB) and clay soils ...

    • Hybrid educational training kit using solar and grid connection 

      Singh, Ranjit Singh Al Sarban; Subramaniam, Siva Kumar; Siti Aisyah, Anas; Tan, Chee Fai, Ir. Dr.; Ridza Azri, Ramlee; Ahamed Fayeez, Tuani Ibrahim (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Solar energy is known as free, unlimited, efficient and reliable energy source. The solar energy is seen as a potential energy to replace the current growing electricity demand. Before this shortfall can be solved, understanding ...

    • Green pavement using recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) as partial fine aggregate replacement in modified asphalt 

      Wan Mohd Nazmi, Wan Abdul Rahman; Achmad Fauzi, Wahab, Dr. Ir. Haji (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Most plastics collected for recycling from the household waste stream are plastic bottles. The majority of bottles are made from Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) estimated that the ratio is 55-60%. The objective of this ...

    • Structural performance of grouted sleeve connectors with and without transverse reinforcement for precast concrete structure 

      Aizat, Alias; Mohammad Amirulkhairi, Zubir; Khairul Anuar, Shahid; Ahmad Baharuddin, Abd Rahman (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      This paper presents the performance of the proposed grouted sleeve connector with and without steel spiral as transverse reinforcement under incremental tensile load until failure. The connector utilized mild steel pipe ...

    • Innovative green technology and products meeting geo-environmental challenges 

      Tuan Noor Hasanah, Tuan Ismail; Rashidah, Adon @ Mohd Don; Siti Fairuz, Diman; Wijeyesekera, Devapriya Chitral, Prof Dr. (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Climate change issues have a significant impact on our environment. In this paper, development and use of innovative green technology products to meet the current pressing geo environmental challenges are presented. The ...

    • An evaluation of overstrength factor of seismic designed low rise RC buildings 

      Mohd Zulham Affandi, Mohd Zahid; Robert, Debbie; Fatehah, Shahrin (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      This study investigates the overstrength factor of reinforced concrete frame designed according to EC2 and EC8. There are two families of building considered in this study, i.e: regular and irregular in elevation with ...

    • Awareness of the Industrialized Building System (IBS) implementation in northern Malaysia - A case study in Perlis 

      Umar, Hj. Kassim; Luqman, Walid (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      Quality control and minimal wet site activities (Warswaski, 1999). This research aims at looking into the current awareness of the IBS usage and its exposure method to the relevant population in Perlis, Malaysia. A total ...

    • Utilization waste material as stabilizer on Kuantan clayey soil stabilization 

      Achmad Fauzi, Wahab, Dr. Ir. Haji; Wan Mohd Nazmi, Wan Abdul Rahman; Zuraidah, Jauhari (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      The objective of this research is investigated the utilization of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Glass as material stabilizer in Kuantan clayey soil stabilization. The research conducts soil engineering properties ...

    • In Vitro antioxidant evaluation of extracts of three wild Malaysian plants 

      Muhammad, Khan; Norasyidah, Harun; Azhari Hamid Nour, Ab Rehman; Salah A., A Elhussein (Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN), 2012-11-20)
      The aim of this study is to evaluate the antioxidant activity of three species commonly available in Malaysia. Mimosa pudica and Crotalaria pumila belongs to family Febaceae while Lantana camara, belongs to Verbenaceae. ...