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ARTICLES
Chapter
“That Thing”: A Multi-Purpose Box
Syamimi Binti Hussaini, Wan Batrisyia Binti Wan Bazli*, Siti Nor Haliza Roslan*, Nurul Hidayatul Akmam Binti Awang, Hasnizawati Hashim
Faculty of Business Management, UiTM Pahang, Raub Campus, 27600 Raub, Pahang, Malaysia.
Abstract - Students will always face with the problem of unmanaged study area because of their lack of time to do so. This product is created based on the problems that they are facing which is having a messy study table especially during final examination. Basically, the function of this product namely “That Thing” is to manage and minimize few things that mess up student’s study area specifically their study table. “That Thing” is categorized as unique as it comes with multiple functions which can bring benefits to the user. Furthermore, the idea of its functions is still new in the market. “That Thing” requires a small amount of space on the study table based on its size despite its multiple roles. “That Thing” also consists of 95% recycled items which helps us to convert our old products into new useful products. In other words, it is worthy for the environment. Since ”That Thing” is saving resources as well as sending less trash to the landfills, it helps in reducing air and water pollution. Furthermore, it is portable as it can be moved easily to any places the user desires wants to put as they like. Finally, it is assured that, “That Thing” will bring benefits not only to the students but also everyone who is facing the same messy situation.
Chapter
“That Thing”: A Multi-Purpose Box
Syamimi Binti Hussaini, Wan Batrisyia Binti Wan Bazli*, Siti Nor Haliza Roslan*, Nurul Hidayatul Akmam Binti Awang, Hasnizawati Hashim
Faculty of Business Management, UiTM Pahang, Raub Campus, 27600 Raub, Pahang, Malaysia.
Abstract - Students will always face with the problem of unmanaged study area because of their lack of time to do so. This product is created based on the problems that they are facing which is having a messy study table especially during final examination. Basically, the function of this product namely “That Thing” is to manage and minimize few things that mess up student’s study area specifically their study table. “That Thing” is categorized as unique as it comes with multiple functions which can bring benefits to the user. Furthermore, the idea of its functions is still new in the market. “That Thing” requires a small amount of space on the study table based on its size despite its multiple roles. “That Thing” also consists of 95% recycled items which helps us to convert our old products into new useful products. In other words, it is worthy for the environment. Since ”That Thing” is saving resources as well as sending less trash to the landfills, it helps in reducing air and water pollution. Furthermore, it is portable as it can be moved easily to any places the user desires wants to put as they like. Finally, it is assured that, “That Thing” will bring benefits not only to the students but also everyone who is facing the same messy situation.
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Chapter 2
An Automatic White Matter Hyperintensity (WMH) Identification and Classification
Siti Noraini Sulaiman, Iza Sazanita Isa, Siti Noraini Sulaiman, Muzaimi Mustapha, & Noor Khairiah Ab Karim
University Teknologi Mara
Abstract - The white matter hyperintensities (WMH) is commonly associated with various disorders. Several researches prove that WMH is determined to be a strong risk factor for stroke. There are vast amount of researches conducted to observe WMH on T2-weighted imaging (T2-WI) and FLAIR (Fluid-attenuated inversion recovery) sequences. This paper introduces a new method for automatically segmenting WMH from T2-WI and FLAIR sequences of MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) images. The approach is based on intensities and contrast mapping on one image sequence while segmenting WMH on another sequence. Both sequences are then integrated by overlying the maps in order to identify most precise WMH areas. Accuracy of the WMH ROI (region of interest) identification is accessed through the percentage of correct detection, branching factor and quality of segmented images. The result shows that this method is achievable by 88% ability to detect correct WMH area and the quality measure is about 83% of all WMH ROI.
| an_automatic_white_matter_hyperintensity__wmh__identification_and_classification.pdf |
Chapter 3
Magneto Wipe
Muhammad Faiznajmi Muhd Ghadzali*, Adam Rasyid Alawi, Marzuqi Sulaiman & Normala Ismail
UiTM Pahang, Raub Campus, 27600 Raub, Pahang, Malaysia.
Abstract - Did you know, cleaning and washing is very important in daily life? Cleaning and washing activities often involve women. In this modern era, women are at the peak of their career and at the same time they are busy managing every day’s life. Therefore, we create a product named Magneto Wipe. Thus, from our innovation, the cleansing and washing will be easy and effectiveness is guaranteed. With creation of Magneto Wipe, we profusely give the consumers great phenomenon that affects all those involved in wiping windows, glass and more. With this innovation, we develop further the existing use to simplify user and it’s very environmentally friendly. We modify the basic cleaning wash to a unique creation that made up of two sides of washing brush and adjustable stick. Magneto Wipe is easy to use, energy-saving wipe, and also reduce cleaning costs because this product is more flexible rather than the old-fashioned way. Cleaning with the Magneto Wipe, users only apply a minimum effort and work rate. Instead, Magneto Wipe will not leave scratches and does not pose a risk to the user to clean the glass surface. When Magneto Wipe gives a positive impact on consumers in Malaysia, it will affect the country economy. With the exposure of efficient local businesses, it also increased from achieving consumer satisfaction. So let’s clean smart way with Magneto Wipe. Let's wipe it all!
| magneto_wipe.pdf |
Chapter 4
Jackbeat: A Multi-purpose Jacket with Style
Muhammad Amir Azid Abd Aziz*, Nur Afrina Syazwani Sha’ri, Said Abdul Hafiz Said Abd Kadir, Nur Syuhada Zulkafli, & Saida Farhanah Sarkam
Faculty of Business Management, UiTM Pahang, Raub Campus, 27600 Raub Pahang, Malaysia.
Abstract - Most of backpackers have problems while travelling as they have to carry many bags; one for apparel, one for sleeping bag and others. Some backpackers wear thick jackets for climbing mountains as to cater the cold weather at the top of the mountains. It could be good if they can manage their baggage by wearing Jackbeat – a jacket that might be used as a sleeping bag. JackBeat enables the backpackers to save space in their luggage and it is made from lighter material to ease the users for the climbing or hiking activities. Besides its multi-functions, Jackbeat is user friendly as it is very easy to wear: just wear and zip-zap it in seconds. Jackbeat also comes with a built-in earphone holder, pockets, eye-mask, hood and a sleeping bag. This product is also cost-saving and environmental friendly as it is made from reused jackets which being altered with its additional features. Not only beneficial for the backpackers, Jackbeat is also for the homeless people to sleep on what they wear. It is hoped that Jackbeat might be able to hit the fashion industry by providing a multi-purpose jacket with style and quality.
| jackbeat_a_multi-purpose_jacket_with_style.pdf |
Chapter 5
NAMMON (Nata de Persimmon)
Debby Agustin, Lailatul Fitriyah, Prihantini, Lulik Rina Widyastutik & Rifaldy Fajar
Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Abstract - During this cure for Diabetes mellitus still rely on injections of insulin to the patient's body and oral synthetic antidiabetik. Treatment of diabetes mellitus type II can be done by using natural materials, such as persimmon, containing several secondary metabolites, including polyphenols. Persimmon (Diospyros ft) is one of the many horticultural products are found in subtropical and tropical regions of the Highlands, such as Indonesia. Persimmon fruit contains tannins and phenolic compounds. Phenol compounds is one of the types of components that are essential to the health of phytochemicals and acts as an antioxidant by way of inhibiting oxidation process and the process of the formation of free radicals. Antioxidant properties that may prevent the onset of various diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Persimmon else rich likopen functioning as antioxidants preventing cancer phytochemicals, lutein, beta carotene and fiber. The content of polyphenols in persimmon can lower the bad cholesterol that causes diabetes mellitus. Persimmons are used to treat DM is as much 500gr/day. According to the USDA, persimmon contains 19.6% carbohydrates, particularly fructose and glucose so that it can be used as one of the food products namely nata with Nammon name (Nata de Persimmon). So this product was able to increase the selling value of persimmon and antioxidant dessert into preventive diseases diabetes mellitus type 2. Keywords: Diabetes, Persimmon, Nata, Nammon.
| amathzingrace_a_mathematics_game_for_primary_school_students.pdf |
Chapter 6
A Study on the Effectiveness of UsahawanRia Board Game as a Training Tool in Entrepreneurship Lesson
Hasyireen binti Abdul Halima, Erita Mazwin binti Mazlanb & Faridah binti Che Inc
aElectrical Engineering Department, Politeknik Melaka, bCivil Engineering Department, Politeknik Melaka cCommerce Department, Politeknik Melaka
Abstract - Teaching Aids is a need for teachers to carry out teaching and learning (T&L) activities on this day. Inherent of students’ diversity require teachers to be more innovative in the classroom. This is because the students themselves have a learning style that varies among the style of auditory, visual and kinesthetic. As teachers, it is a responsibility to ensure that all types of students can get an advantage in any T&L methods that implemented in the classroom. Entrepreneurship course has been made as a compulsory subject for all polytechnic students including students in engineering department. In order to realize the diversity of teaching aids, UsahawanRia board game has been innovated to fill the demand of the curriculum and the students learning style. UsahawanRia board game which is designed based on concept of games also helps in improving knowledge and foster cooperation among group members. The main objective of this innovation is to diversify the methods of T&L activities in the classroom so that the process of teaching and learning becomes more interesting and interactive. This study is looking for the development of product innovation in T&L in the classroom for the course of entrepreneurship among polytechnic students to achieve domain of cognitive, affective and psychomotor. Overall rating of the game will be assessed based on the amount of profits earned by the students. In future, innovation of UsahawanRia board game can be made as a formal evaluation tool to grade students in their course assessment and could be used as teaching aids in secondary schools.
| a_study_on_the_effectiveness_of_usahawanria_board_game_as_a_training_tool_in_entrepreneurship_lesson.pdf |
Chapter 7
Semantan Bamboo - Virgin Pulp Source for Recycled Paper Enhancement
Nurul Husna Mohd Hassana*, Suhaimi Muhammedb & Rushdan Ibrahimc
aDepartment of Wood Industry, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA Pahang, 26400 Bandar Tun Abdul Razak Jengka, Pahang
bSchool of Industrial Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor
cPulp and Paper Programme, Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM), 52109 Kepong, Selangor
*nurulhusna@pahang.uitm.edu.my
Abstract - Corrugated paper is currently being produced from recycled paper as the main raw material but recycled paper has some limitation, one of them is it only can be recycled five to seven times, before the fiber become stiff. Therefore, the additional of imported softwood pulps was needed as their source of virgin pulps, to maintain the paper strength. Local bamboo has been identified as potential source of readily available raw material for such purpose. The pulping of Semantan bamboo revealed that pulping condition with 15% alkali charge and 150oC cooking temperature with 8000 beating revolutions leads to good paper properties. The paper tensile index was 87.71 Nm/g, bursting index was 6.94 kPa.m2/g, tearing index was 12.72 mN.m2/g and folding endurance was 613 double folds. After that, the bamboo pulp was mixed with recycled paper pulp and made into 120 g/m2 paper for corrugated paper manufacturing. The results revealed improved values with increasing bamboo percentage added to the recycled paper. Zero-span index and flat crush test for 2.5%, 5%, 7.5% and 10% bamboo added with recycle paper properties were 90.06, 91.38, 95.23 and 96.90 Nm/g and 1.49, 1.49, 1.53 and 1.61 Nm/g respectively. In conclusion, Malaysian bamboo possesses great potential in enhancing the recycled paper properties, therefore bamboo serves as a good substitute for the current imported virgin softwood pulps.
| semantan_bamboo_-_virgin_pulp_source_for_recycled_paper_enhancement.pdf |
Chapter 8
EPI Early Detection Tool for Oral Cancer: Promoter Hypermethylation
Khor Goot Heaha, Gabriele Ruth Anisah Froemmingb, Rosnah Binti Zainc
aCentre of Studies for Preclinical Science, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buluh campus, Selangor, Malaysia. bFaculty of Medicine, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Sungai Buluh campus, Selangor, Malaysia. cOral Cancer Research and Coordinating Centre, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Abstract - The present invention provides an early detection for of oral cancer using biomarker of promoter hypermethylation. Oral cancer become one of the major public health problems and is the sixth most common human malignancy with approximately 50% of five year mortality rate. High morbidity rate can be attributed to majority patients are diagnosed at disease late stage. Thus, appropriate biomarker for early oral cancer identification is very crucial to reduce the cancer morbidity. Promoter hypermethylation has been observed in different types of cancer. Thus, identification of appropriate biomarkers, TP73 promoter hypermethylation can be useful for early diagnosis and prognosis of oral cancer. To evaluate TP73 hypermethylation as early and sensitive detection tool for identifying oral cancer. TP73 was chosen as a signature candidate after screened using methylation microarray, followed by test validation of methylation-specific polymerase chain reaction analysis and immunohistochemical staining in tumour tissues. In tumour cases, 93% in promoter hypermethylation and 15% protein expression were observed in methylation-specific polymerase chain reaction and immunohistochemistry respectively. TP73 hypermethylation acts as early and sensitive diagnostic tool for oral cancer. This invention can be applied as diagnostic tool for early cancer detection. In addition, it also aids as cancer screening test for healthy population. In short, this invention improves social sustainability by creating a healthy community.
| epi_early_detection_tool_for_oral_cancer_promoter_hypermethylation.pdf |
Chapter 9
Computer Lab Monitoring System with ComTrack ver2.0
Nur Athiqah Harron*, Aini Hafizah Mohd Saod, Siti Azura Ramlan, Faridah Abd Razak & Shahidah Sadimin
Universiti Teknologi MARA (Pulau Pinang),Permatang Pauh 13500, Malaysia
Abstract - A few issues like security, operation management and managerial decision support have to be faced by most of the computer lab management. The factors such as lack of access control and inadequate security have caused a significant direct loss. Most of the academic institutions were provided with computer lab facilities. Usual ways the management will provide a register card hanged beside the computer to record the usage details. However, these will cause a problem to laboratory management to handle computer breakdown or software malfunction when the computer record is not completely precise, and it is important to optimize use of resources and provide required levels of security in a computer lab. Therefore, the aims of this project are to design, develop and evaluate an interactive Windows application named as ComTrack, that can force user to login with the registered user id such as student id or staff number before they can use the computer. These interactive systems also have a capability to trigger the lab owner when there are any issue reported by users. Thus, it is essential for laboratory management to have absolute user login, logout and the issue reported details for each of the computer they are handled. The enhanced function for this version is user can view the lab schedule and do a booking. With an implementation of ComTrack, the efficiency, security, and cost effectiveness of computer lab operations significantly increase.
| computer_lab_monitoring_system_with_comtrack_ver2.0.pdf |
Chapter 10
MyEMA-Entrepreneur Monitoring Apps
Mohammad Noorizzuddin Nooha*, Zulkifly Mohd Zakib, Mohamad Yazis Ali Basaha, Mahdhir Abdullaha & Azman Ab Rahmanc
aFaculty of Economics and Muamalat, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, 71800 Nilai, Malaysia
bFaculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, 71800 Nilai, Malaysia
cFaculty of Syariah and Law, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, 71800 Nilai, Malaysia
Abstract - The Malaysian government has chanelled a lot of funds to facilitate the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Malaysia. Funds are distributed through loans and special grants to entrepreneurs throughout the country. While conducting a focus groups on Asnafs who received grants fro Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS), the researchers realized that LZS cannot monitor the performance of the grant receivers because they are understaff. The researchers believed that an apps that can monitor entrepreneurs’ performance is the best solution to tackle this problem.
| myema-entrepreneur_monitoring_apps.pdf |
Chapter 11
KidDylex : Learning Tool for Dyslexic Children
Rafizah Ab Rahman*, Rafidah Ab Rahman, Nur Fatin Aqilah Zainudin & Nurwahida Abdul Manaf
Politeknik Muadzam Shah, Lebuhraya Tun Abdul Razak, 26700 Muadzam Shah Pahang, Malaysia
Abstract - Low awareness of dyslexia in the society has been a major problem. Dyslexic children normally encountered learning difficulties and often classified as slow learners and considered disruptive in a classroom. In addition, learning tools for dyslexic children that they can use to encourage learning in the fun way remain limited in terms of resources. In order to overcome this problem, an android based application which specially designed for the dyslexic children called KidDylex was introduced. The objective of KidDylex was to provide a simple learning tool and to assist alphabets recognition among dyslexic children that is fun and interesting using mobile application. Addressing the major problems in learning for children with dyslexia in phonemic, phonics, and rapid word recognition, KidDylex was based on a multi-sensory approach to learning, hearing, speaking and imagination technique of letters and numbers by using the object around them. The KidDylex offered 5 modules consist of Alphabets, Numbers, Exercise, Quiz and For Fun.The Alphabets and Numbers modules enables children to practice writing letters and number using guided images. Meanwhile, the Exercise module help dyslexic children to recognize and distinguish specific letters by associating the shapes of the letters to common objects around them They can then test their skill and knowledge in the Quiz module and have fun playing games in the For Fun module. KidDylex has been published in the Google Play and can be downloaded free of charge. This innovation is expected to enhance level of learning activities among dyslexia children.
Keywords: KidDylex; dyslexia learning tool; dyslexia children; innovation
| kiddylex__learning_tool_for_dyslexic_children.pdf |
Chapter 12
An Innovation of Pedal Exerciser
Stephenie Kelly* & Zunuwanas Bin Mohamad
Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah Persiaran Usahawan Seksyen U1 40150 Shah Alam Selangor
*stepheniekelly@yahoo.com
Abstract - Pedal exerciser is one of rehabilitation device that help patient with upper and lower extremity problem. The pedal exerciser is use for arms and legs. Pedal exercisers are portable and resemble crank pedals of traditional bicycle. In this study, pedal exerciser are innovated from manual pedalling to pedalling with the help of motorization, the function are including the speed. The purpose of this project is to upgrade the existing pedal exerciser with new material which is rubber ferrule of pedal exerciser rubber feet so that it can grip well and non-slip during pedalling session. In addition, this innovation is become with an adjustable speed to conduct the study about relationship between Parkinson’s disease subject and the use of pedal exerciser as their therapy. The movement of speed will work by stepper motor while the software will be help by Peripheral Interface Controller (PIC). This project will be conduct in two ways of data collection, that is in technically and evaluation. This study is to analysis the problems that always occur on the pedal exerciser and find a solution to solve it. Besides, modification of pedal exerciser is to help the Parkinson’s disease patient which is stated that fast pedaling will help to short the time recovery of them. Pedal exerciser can be used in various levels of ages of human. As a result, we will find out the relationship between Parkinson’s disease patient and the use of pedal exercise either it is helpful or not besides of the data analysis about a comfortable feeling of patient while using pedal exerciser.
Keywords: pedal exerciser, non-slip, rubber ferrule, Parkinson’s therapy.
| an_innovation_of_pedal_exerciser.pdf |
Chapter 13
Design of Motor Bikes Slider
Haizal bin Mohd Hamzah Farah Binti Roslan & Muhammad Syukri Bin Ismail
Engineering Department, Politeknik Melaka, No 2, Jalan PPM 10 Plaza Pandan Malim, Melaka, Malaysia
Abstract - The study aims to design and produce a super bike portable parking device which are lightweight, easy to use and easy to store. The purpose of this super bike portable parking device is to be used to facilitate the parking process of a super bike to park easily especially at small and narrow spaces. Through observation, the available super bike portable parking device nowadays are difficult to be adjusted, and stored to be carried everywhere because of its large size and its design that cannot be adjusted. The super bike parking device produced has a feature that allows it to be folded into a smaller size without changing the weight and strength of the structure. This super bike portable parking device using hollow mild steel type material with a size of 20 mm x 20 mm and a thickness of 3.0 mm. The maximum load that can be supported by this super bike portable parking device is 300 kg in which the whole parts of super bike are accommodated. Additionally, this device is equipped with safety feature such as alarm. Therefore, the project or study has achieved its goal, namely to increase the safety of super bike as well as to facilitate users to use and store the super bike portable parking device, thus saving space.
| design_of_motor_bikes_slider.pdf |
Chapter 14
e-PRASMO 2.0: A Revolutionised Practicum Assessment Model
Ramiaida Darmi, Noor Saazai Mat Saad, Nurkhamimi Zainuddin, Norhana Abdullah, Zarina Ashikin Zakaria, Suraini Mohd Ali, Normazla Ahmad Mahir, Fariza Puteh-Behak, Haliza Harun & Norhaili Massari
Faculty of Major Language Studies, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, 78100 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Abstract - e-PRASMO was created to battle the high cost and excessive time involved in the implementation of teaching practicum where supervisors visit teacher-students (supervisees) in the latter’s workplaces (schools). e-PRASMO or electronic Practicum Assessment Model functions as an online platform to allow the traditional supervision to be performed. Created in 2015, e-PRASMO 1.0 consisted of an online learning kit where information was displayed in G.O.A.L.S (Global Open Access Learning System) and the supervisees submitted the recording of their teaching practice on Compact Disk (CD). The online survey conducted showed dissatisfaction felt by supervisors and supervisees as there was little interaction between them. Thus, with improvisation, e-PRASMO 2.0 was introduced in 2016. It still provides all the information in G.O.A.L.S and the revised e-PRASMO also provides avenue for supervision via online forum, which addresses the problem of lack of interaction highlighted earlier. In short, ePRASMO promotes an effective way of supervising as it is cost-effective, stressfree and flexible as it embraces the cutting-edge technology and the practicality in the assessment of teaching practicum in the 21st century by simultaneously upholding the two main tenets in teaching practicum – support and feedback. The conflation of the characteristics promotes high commercial values to the invention as it can be highly commercialised to be utilised in any kind of practicum aspect in a learning programme that calls for supervision.
| e-prasmo_2.0_a_revolutionised_practicum_assessment_model.pdf |
Chapter 15
Interactive Multimedia Application in Giving Awareness Towards The Malay Heritage Culture (My-Warisan Application)
Mudiana Mokhsin @ Misron, Umaimah Kamarulzaman, Amer Shakir Zainol, Hussien Harnis & Sri Qamariah Binti Mohd Samsir
Institut Pemikiran dan Kepimpinan Melayu, Universiti Teknologi MARA
Abstract - Malay Heritage is an insignificant matter in the form of expression, language, terms, sayings, rhythm, song lyrics, poetry, dancing and acting as that produced by the performing arts that have existed and have a relationship with the Malay cultural heritage to be enjoyed by human senses. The goal of this project namely My-Warisan is to create awareness towards the Malay heritage culture whereby it is a matter of disseminating information to the public. Overall construction of this application is to show and present the informative Malay heritage interactive multimedia feature that contains multimedia elements such as text, image, video, audio and animation. The methodology used in this project is by using ADDIE model where it consists of five phases which are Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation an Evaluation. The first phase is the analysis where the problem will be identified and the requirement for the application will be analyzed. The second phase is the design where the interface of application will be designed by using a storyboard. Third phase is the development where the application will be developed by using Adobe Flash and Adobe illustrator for the editing purposes. Forth is the implementation where the application will be implemented to be used as the tool for informational kiosk. The final phase is the evaluation where the application will be evaluated by the expert and users in terms of its functionality. The result of this project is the development of an interactive multimedia application called My-Warisan that allows users to interact with the computer because of the clickable menu and navigation buttons to obtain information in the form of audio, visual and other features as options to the user. It is expected that this interactive multimedia application can add knowledge and awareness to the society about the Malay heritage effectively.
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Chapter 16
Multi-Purpose Rescue Bag
Nurshima Emalina binti Sharif & Adilreza bin Shamsuri
Politeknik Muadzam Shah,Lebuhraya Tun Abdul Razak,Muadzam Shah, Pahang, 26700, Malaysia
Abstract Malaysia is reported to have the highest rate of deforestation in 2000-2012 which leads to many natural disasters (HAKAM, 2016). This issue escalated during the 2014 Malaysia East Coast Floods which recorded more than 237,000 people were left homeless and the death toll hit 21. The bitter experience has shown that Malaysians need a better management in providing aid to the victims. Currently, the natural disaster assists materials are contained in small and fragile materials such as paper and plastic boxes which are constantly damaged before it reaches the victims. In response to this challenge, the durable and versatile Multi-Purpose Rescue Bag is designed as a multi-functional kit that act as stretcher, storage bag and a bag pack. This innovative product is built using heavy duty materials that provide durability and sustainability. The easy to use, bring, store and assemble design concept makes it an effective assistance tool for the victims and rescuers. It is best suited for rescue teams such as fire brigades, SMART, JPAM and Malaysia Ministry of Defence. This product will assist in helping Malaysia strengthen its capacity for preparedness for and response to natural disasters and emergencies.
| multi-purpose_rescue_bag.pdf |
Chapter 17
Smartkey Management
Rozaini bt Rahi, Mohd Zaiham bin Hamzah, Mohd Atifin bin Abdul Jamil, & Mohd Ashraf bin Mohd Ridzwan
Port Dickson Polytechnic, KM 14, Jln Pantai 71050 Si Rusa, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
Abstract - Smartkey Management is an interesting and innovative project. This project does not only give convenience to the users but the design is modern and it can operate automatically. Usually, the key system used is not effective enough because it uses conventional method. With this project, users can use it easily and it can prevent key loss and also save users’ time. Users only need to key in their ID on keypad provided and select the key that they want to use, the servo lock will automatically open and they can take the key. Users also can know which user is using the key or has not returned the key only by watching the LCD display. Overall, this project provides one key management systems which is smart, effective and timesaving.
| smartkey_management.pdf |
Chapter 18
Post-Disaster Waste Management Guidelines in Malaysia
Nor Syazwani Yusof, E.M.A Zawawi & Zulhabri Ismail
Centre of Studies for Construction, Faculty of Architecture, Planning and Surveying, 40450 UiTM Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Abstract - Flood disaster is a global phenomenon and Malaysia is one of the ‘chosen’ developed country that hits by extreme flood in December 2014 recently. Its impacts influenced to environment, social activities and human health are very detrimental. In this case, effectiveness of managing disaster waste is very important to curb this issue. Thus, the main goal of this study was to provide a platform as a best practices in Post-disaster waste management into disaster management guidelines in Malaysia that have been adapted in four countries namely, Malaysia, Japan, North Carolina, and Indonesia. However, disaster waste management initiatives by Japan has a more notable between other countries attributed to their efficiency of technologies, equipment and machineries. Further, the extent of disaster waste affecting to the environment will be investigated; to identify the needs of the waste management to be adopted into disaster management guidelines; in the end, the research intends to propose a post disaster waste management adaption into the existing disaster management guidelines in Malaysia. In fact, there are already an act and policies with regard to waste management have been enacted and developed but none of them are focusing on disaster waste. Hence, the findings may be used in the formulation of implementation government initiative in addressing the disaster waste management issues encounter managing disaster waste in Malaysia and indirectly improving the best practices disster waste management regarding on disaster management in Malaysia.
| post-disaster_waste_management_guidelines_in_malaysia.pdf |
Chapter 19
I Love Accounting: Fun Learning Using Accounting Classification Magnetic Card
Amariah Hanum Hussin*, Wan Mardyatul Miza Wan Tahir, Ida Haryanti Mohd Noor, Dalila Daud & Norhidayah Ismail
Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM ) Negeri Sembilan Branch, Seremban 3 Campus, 70300 Seremban, Malaysia
*amariah@ns.uitm.edu.my
Abstract - Engaging students are one of the greatest challenges facing by lecturer. Thus, this innovation educational game being developed to help lecturer engage, entertain and educate students with a captivating and interactive tool to supplement their curriculum in an accounting subject for introductory level. The game was incorporated the accounting equation concept into playing this game so that students will have fun in learning and thus will improve their understanding on the effect of accounting classification. Accounting is Easy features a board game and more than 100 colour cards represent for each accounting classification. Dummy items also included to test the understanding of the students. A group of students will be given the transaction and have to pick the card and paste to the board within the time allowed. The approach of the game was designed for students to be competitive, interactive and teamwork spirit rather than learn though conventional method of teaching. The effectiveness of the game is proven by showing a reduction of failure rate and improvement of A grade during final examination as compared to previous 2 semester.
| i_love_accounting_fun_learning_using_accounting_classification_magnetic_card.pdf |
Chapter 20
Easy Solah Kit: When Innovation Lead Commercialization
Alia Nadira Rosle*, Aini Hayati Musa, Farrah Nadia Baharuddin, Tengku Sharifeleani Ratul Maknu & Siti Sara Ibrahim
Universiti Teknologi Mara, Negeri Sembilan, 72000, Malaysia
Abstract - Muslim travelers especially women will find hard to perform Salah when it comes to covering aurat as well as performing solah in a very comfortable way at public musolla. A simple survey done on their real experienced has revealed that most of them having a bad experience and felt disappointed with the condition on the praying cloth “telekung” provided. The existing praying cloth for women or known as telekung in the musolla are prone to bad smell and mold at certain area. Responding to this issue, this prayer kit is an initiative to provide and help Muslim to bring the necessities to perform Solah everywhere since it is very light and handy. No bad smells and no need to worry about losing personal belonging while performing Salah. In fact, this prayer kit shall be commercialized as a great innovative CSR strategy where a companies shall made as a corporate gift for a society as part of their social responsibility.
| easy_solah_kit_when_innovation_lead_commercialization.pdf |
Chapter 21
Synthesis of Used Frying Oil-Based Polyol for Rigid Polyurethane Foam
Siti Amirah Ahmad Zaiyad, Jamil Mohamed Sapari*, Ahmad Husaini Mohamed, Nor Syazana Abu Hanifah, Sheikh Ahmad Izaddin Sheikh Mohd Ghazali & Nur Nadia Dzulkifli
Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Negeri Sembilan, Kuala Pilah 72000, Negeri Sembilan
*jamil@ns.uitm.edu.my
Abstract - The Used Frying Oil (UFO) which was usually threw out and to be waste had potency to be used as the material of polyurethane. This study was carried out to determine the potential of UFO in preparation of rigid polyurethane (PU) foam. The raw UFO was first treated by filtration using food strainer and cheesecloth to remove the suspended particles and heated under the temperature of 105-110°C for 1 hour. Next, the filtered UFO was mixed with polyhydric compound to synthesize polyol via transesterification reaction. The UFO-based polyol was then combined with other chemicals at various ratios to form PU rigid foam. The UFObased polyol showed the decrease in free fatty acid percentage (%FFA) from the filtered UFO, from 1.187% to 0.70% and increase in viscosity, from 60.5 mPa.s to 150.5 mPa.s. No alteration of functional group observed after filtration as proven by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. The FTIR spectrum of UFO-based polyol showed the formation of ʋ(OH) absorption peak at 3400 cm1. The formation of urethane linkage (NHCO) backbone in PU foam was confirmed using FTIR. The morphology of the surface was analyzed at magnification 20x and 50x. The properties of PU foam are highly dependent on the chemical composition. This study showed that UFO exhibit promising potential as raw material for PU formation.
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Chapter 22
Biodegradation of Palm-Based Polyurethane Filled with Cellulose by Using Bacillus Subtilis
Hanis Ahmad, Jamil Mohamed Sapari, Mohd Zaini Nawahwi, Kavirajaa Pandian Sambasevam, Ahmad Husaini Mohamed & Nor Syakila Hamzah
Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Cawangan Negeri Sembilan, Kuala Pilah 72000, Negeri Sembilan
*jamil@ns.uitm.edu.my
Abstract - The degradation ability of Bacillus subtilis to degrade Palm-based polyurethane foam filled with cellulose (PU-CEL) was evaluated by reacting monoester-OH from palm-kernel oil and isocyanate with ratio 1:1. Addition of microcrystalline cellulose in PU systems was at 20% and 40% by weight, mixed using the mechanical stirrer. Rate of biodegradation of PU-CEL foam was measured by calculation weight loss and FTIR analysis. The weight loss of PU-CEL of 0%, 20% and 40% of PU-Cel foam was taken after 30 days and showed difference 0.62%, 1.49% and 1.91% from its initial weight. The IR spectra analysis shown the loss of peaks from ester functional group (-N-CO-O-). The morphological surface of PU-Cel foam were analyzed at 20x and 50x magnification using digital microscope. Lime water test was used to determine the presence of carbon dioxide when the PU-CEL foam was digested by the Bacillus subtilis.. The clear lime water turned cloudy indicating the presence of carbon dioxide. This study provides the evidence on how the susceptibility of cross-linked polymer over degradation can be tailored by substituting the petroleum-based polyol to palm-based polyol and the addition of suitable biodegradable filler such as cellulose.
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Chapter 23
Corrosion Inhibition on a Mild Steel by Dithiocarbamate Complexes in an Acidic Solution
Nor Farah Hida Othman, Nabilah Syakirah Zolkifli, Nur Nadia Dzulkifli, Muhammad Faiz Latif & Ahmad Husaini Mohamed
Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA Negeri Sembilan
Abstract - Over the years, dithiocarbamates (DTCs) benefits have been applied in biochemistry, organic and inorganic chemistry, pharmacology and medicinal industries. Other than that, researchers had found that DTCs not only can act as an anti-cancer, anti-fungal and anti-oxidant agents but DTCs also can be used in the alcoholism treatment. DTCs are special ligand because it owned multidentate ligand characteristic and it capable to stabilize transition metals with various oxidation states. In this research, mixed-ligand complexes of Ni(II) N-butylmethyldithiocarbamate (C1) and Ni(II) N-ethylbenzyldithiocarbamate were synthesised by using in situ and characterised by infrared (FT-IR), Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy melting point measurement. Based on the FT-IR results showed that there were the presence of functional groups as presented in the proposed structures. Through UV-Vis analysis showed there were existence of electronic transitions in the complexes which were n→π* , π →π* and d-d transitions. There is a direct relationship between the concentration of complexes as an inhibitor and the inhibition efficiency. Weight loss experiments are carried out on a mild steel in 1 M HCl solution at room temperature and the same trend of inhibition is produced. The inhibition ability was evaluated by weight loss method in three different concentrations. The experimental results indicated that the inhibition efficiency increased as the inhibitor concentration increased.
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Chapter 24
The Miracle of Ficus deltoidea on Uterus
Vivi Noryati Ahmada*, Naguib Sallehb, Indah Mohd Amina, Nurul ‘Izzah Mohd Sarmina, & Norhayati Liaqat Ali Khana
aCentre of PreClinical Science Studies, Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Campus of Sg Buloh, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 47000, Malaysia bDepartment of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 50603, Malaysia
Abstract - Today there is resurgence in worldwide interest in herbal medicine for medicinal purposes. More than 40% of commonly prescribed drugs found their origins in plants. In Malaysia, herbal medicine has gained popularity as alternative to modern medicine due to increasing interest among consumers and scientific community. This is further supported by the establishment of Traditional and Complementary Medicine Division under Ministry of Health, Malaysia as well as the presence of NKEA EPP#1 Research Grant Scheme under Ministry of Agriculture. In supporting to this matter, discovery of scientific evidences, innovation and inventions of natural products are being required. Ficus deltoidea, is a perennial herb that is used by Malay women to assist labour, firm the uterus post-delivery and to prevent postpartum bleeding. Failure of uterine contraction during parturition and post-partum period can lead to complication during labour and also post- partum hemorrhage. In view of its claimed on uterotonic action, the mechanisms underlying plant’s effect on uterine contraction were investigated. The novelty of this project is the potential of F.deltoidea to stimulate urine contraction and firming the uterus, that could be developed as a new product in the market. The special criteria are referring to its mechanism of action and pharmacology effects which are similar with agonist drugs for example: oxytocin, that act on oxytocin receptor in uterine tissue. Meanwhile, in vivo study showed that compound were not toxic up to 1000mg/kg. Based on the scientific findings, this products could be used to assist the delivery process for women, firm the uterus and prevent bleeding during postpartum period. The commercialization potential includes targeting the public, private hospitals, pharmacies and a consumers to consume this extract as a product supplement for pregnant women starts when the labour pain initiates, for preventing postpartum bleeding and also to firm the uterus.
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