Web-based University Classroom Attendance System Based on Deep Learning Face Recognition

Nor Azman Ismail,Cheah Wen Chai,Hussein Samma,Md Sah Salam,Layla Hasan,Nur Haliza Abdul Wahab,Farhan Mohamed,Wong Yee Leng,Mohd Foad Rohani 한국인터넷정보학회 2022 KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Syst Vol.16 No.2

Nowadays, many attendance applications utilise biometric techniques such as the face, fingerprint, and iris recognition. Biometrics has become ubiquitous in many sectors. Due to the advancement of deep learning algorithms, the accuracy rate of biometric techniques has been improved tremendously. This paper proposes a web-based attendance system that adopts facial recognition using open-source deep learning pre-trained models. Face recognition procedural steps using web technology and database were explained. The methodology used the required pre-trained weight files embedded in the procedure of face recognition. The face recognition method includes two important processes: registration of face datasets and face matching. The extracted feature vectors were implemented and stored in an online database to create a more dynamic face recognition process. Finally, user testing was conducted, whereby users were asked to perform a series of biometric verification. The testing consists of facial scans from the front, right (30 – 45 degrees) and left (30 – 45 degrees). Reported face recognition results showed an accuracy of 92% with a precision of 100% and recall of 90%.

Effect of Barrier Height on the Design of Stepped Spillway using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics and Particle Image Velocimetry

Aqil Azman,Fei Chong Ng,Mohd. Hafiz Zawawi,Aizat Abas,Mohd. Remy Rozainy M. A. Z.,Ismail Abustan,Mohd. Nordin Adlan,Wei Loon Tam 대한토목학회 2020 KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering Vol.24 No.2

Three-dimensional stepped spillway problems are simulated numerically using smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) to visualize the flow of water along the steps and its flow dynamics. In particular, two distinct scaled-down stepped spillway models were studied with each having barrier heights of 10 mm and 25 mm, respectively. The impact of varying the height of the barrier in the design of the stepped spillway is studied in terms of it flow pattern, flow dynamics, aeration efficiency and oxygenation performances. State-of-the-art particle image velocimetry (PIV) experiment was carried out to affirm the validity of SPH findings and it turns out that both the water flow patterns attained in the SPH and PIV are quantitatively comparable. Further quantitative analysis revealed that the flow velocities in both methodologies are in great consensus. Conclusively, this has demonstrated that the capability and reliability of SPH to precisely approximate the water using finite set of particles to model the flow along the stepped spillway. Both stepped spillway configurations show nappe flow regime as the water descends down the steps. Nonetheless, vigorous hydraulic jump phenomena that is associates with the formation of turbulence and vortices is prominently observed in the configuration with larger barrier height. Decisive SPH data obtained concluded that as the barrier height increases from 10 mm to 25 mm, the water flows down the steps faster at lower pressure value and the overall aeration efficiency is improved from 1.1% to 1.2%. The usage of the higher barrier would promote the occurrence of substantial air entrainment during water swirling that will increase the power dissipation in flow. Subsequently, this while lower the power drawn to achieve the desired aeration effect. Ultimately, this study has justified the critical influence of barrier height dimension on the stepped spillway flow behavior and aeration performance.

Transformasi Budaya Melayu Bandaran: Genre Cerita Rakyat Moden dan Unsur‐unsur Seks Menjelang Pilihan Raya Malaysia 2008

Awang Azman Awang Pawi 한국외국어대학교 동남아연구소 2011 東南亞硏究 Vol.20 No.3

This article will analyze transformation in Malay Culture, from kampong to urban culture. In the traditional Malay society, folklore and the concept of oral narrator are dominant. This is where all the myths, legend and didactic were delivered by oral narrator. The modernization in Malay urban society, especially in Kuching, Sarawak has changed the concept of the traditional folklore to the modern folklore. The form of the modern folklore can be analyzed in the 2008 election. Traditional folklore has changed in the medium used and has transformed into something more advanced. This study will explore the impact fin de siècle of the medium and the form of the traditional folklore among urban Malays in Kuching, Sarawak. Thus the creation of new and modern form of the folklore in the last \upcoming election. This new genre has specified form, didactics, the myth element and the modern legend. Among the aspects identified is the use of sexual elements to attract audience and disseminate the stories. In this study, patronage and the ideology of the creator of the modern folklore will be categorized. This form of folklore no longer spread from mouth to mouth, but is being spread through modern technology especially Short Message Service (SMS).The regional and national elements interacted with one another to bring about assimilation in the modern folklore.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION IN MALAYSIA: IMPLEMENTATION AND CHALLENGES AT PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Hazita Azman 한국초등영어교육학회 2016 KAPEE International Conference Vol.2016 No.-

This paper discusses English language education in Malaysia, focusing on the primary school level. It begins by presenting the background of the English language education pathways that is provided by the national education policy in Malaysia, generally, and then a more focused discussion on the development of English language learning and teaching programs at the primary education level, their aspirations as well as the realities. The realities shared will put into perspective how the implementation of the English language education initiatives is juxtaposed against the multilingual and plural socio-political circumstances resulting in several paradoxical challenges, contexts as well as practices. Of particular interest is the effect that the new Primary School Standards-Based Curriculum or KSSR for English language education (SBELC), which was first introduced in 2011 to Year One primary pupils and will be fully implemented by 2016 to Years One to Six, has on the performance of the primary pupils in the LINUS LBI (literacy and Numeracy Screening for English Literacy) test at the end of year three. Concurrently, the recent shifts in language-in-education policies experienced between 2013 and 2015 will also be referred and discussed in view of the reintroduction of English as a medium of instruction alongside Bahasa Melayu, Mandarin or Tamil languages, towards a bilingual context in the public education system. Finally the paper concludes by sharing innovative initiatives, implemented at the local and national levels that have shown potential in strengthening proficiency in the English language in this multifarious Malaysian setting, right from the onset of learning English at the primary school level.

Effects of Narrative Anti-Smoking PSAs on Forewarning-Induced Resistance to Persuasion

Bidin Azman,배현석 영남대학교 인문과학연구소 2015 人文硏究 Vol.- No.73

Based on the extended elaboration likelihood model (E-ELM) and the entertainment overcoming resistance model (EORM), this study has tried to see indirectly whether entertainment-education (E-E) can reduce forewarning-induced resistance and the effect of transportation or engagement with the storyline on the viewer’s behavioral intentions. An online experiment was conducted using 800 male smokers, among whom 400 were forewarned about viewing an anti-smoking public service announcement (PSA) and the other 400 were not. The 800 participants were classified into the low, moderate, and high nicotine-dependent groups based on the Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence. The results indicate that post-message intentions to quit smoking were stronger than pre-message intentions regardless of the presence of a forewarning and the level of nicotine dependence. The forewarning induced resistance only in the high nicotine-dependent group and resistance decreased after PSA exposure. The difference in intentions to quit smoking between the forewarned and non-forewarned groups before PSA exposure decreased after the exposure for the low and high nicotine-dependent groups. The study interprets the results and discusses their theoretical and practical implications for better understanding the ability of narrative persuasive messages.

Influence of Hydrophobicity of Acetylated Nanocellulose on the Mechanical Performance of Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) Composites

Mohamad Nurul Azman Mohammad Taib,Wageeh Abdulhadi Yehye,Nurhidayatullaili Muhd Julkapli,Sharifah Bee O. A. Abdul Hamid 한국섬유공학회 2018 Fibers and polymers Vol.19 No.2

Novel acetylation process by substitution of acetic anhydride substitution with hydroxyl groups on nanocellulose (NCC) has been explored to increase its dispersion and interaction in nitrile butadiene (NBR) matrix. The crystallinity index was increased after modification when compared to unmodified NCC, but no significant different with increases of treatment time from 1 hour to 3 hours treatments proven by X-ray diffraction (XRD) results. The Fourier transform infra-red (FTIR)showed the existent of acetyl groups on surface of the NCC after treatment by existent of the peak 1736 cm-1 that attributed to carbonyl groups some peaks were observed at 1430, 1361 and 1248 cm-1 and confirmed on the acetylation process. The nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) also show the present of acetyl groups by existent of the signal of proton methyl group at 1.90 ppm and new peaks at 5.42, 4.70 and 4.34 ppm, for all ACN samples. The thermal results by thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) showed that the acetylated NCCs were 10 % more thermally stable. Transmission electron microscopic (TEM) results showed that no significant changes were observed due to the acetylation process. The results also showed well distributed of individual NCC after acetylation, this improvement was primarily attributed to uniform dispersion of the ACN-NCC and less aggregated occurred. Due to its hydrophobic characteristics, highly crystalline and nano size, ACN-NCC brought a significant improvement up to 25 % on the mechanical properties of nitrile butadiene (NBR) rubber composites.

Dispersion Stability and Lubrication Mechanism of Nanolubricants: A Review

Nurul Farhanah Azman,Syahrullail Samion 한국정밀공학회 2019 International Journal of Precision Engineering and Vol.6 No.2

The advent of nanotechnology has resulted in a significant number of experimental studies over the past decades into the use of nanoparticles as lubricant additives (also known as nanolubricants). Nanolubricants offer a solution to the environmental problems associated with traditional lubricant additives that contain sulphur, chlorine and phosphorus. Despite their excellent tribological performance, the poor long-term stability of nanolubricants limits their use in real applications. We herein present a review of recent efforts and progress in the preparation of stable nanolubricants, including the evaluation of nanolubricants dispersion stability, factors that affect dispersion stability, and techniques to enhance stability of nanolubricants. This paper also discusses the effects of dispersion stability of nanolubricants on the tribological performance and lubrication mechanisms involved in the enhancement of tribological performance. Finally, research challenges and possible solutions to this problem are discusses.

Radiation Safety in Emergency Medicine: Balancing the Benefits and Risks

Raja Rizal Azman,Mohammad Nazri Md Shah,Kwan Hoong Ng 대한영상의학회 2019 Korean Journal of Radiology Vol.20 No.3

The use of computed tomography (CT) in emergency departments has increased over several decades, as physicians increasingly depend on imaging for diagnoses. Patients and medical personnel are put at risk due to frequent exposure to and higher levels of radiation, with very little evidence of improvements in outcomes. Here, we explore why CT imaging has a tendency to be overused in emergency departments and the obstacles that medical personnel face in ensuring patient safety. The solution requires cooperation from all emergency care stakeholders as well as the continuous education of doctors on how CT scans help in particular cases.

Real-time flow regime identification of the horizontal flow with ultrasound doppler velocimetry and machine learning

A.N. Azman(아미라나빌라아즈만),N. Mao(마오닝),Y.B. Jin(진위보),G.X. Ding(딩쾅신),H.B. Kim(김형범) 한국가시화정보학회 2021 한국가시화정보학회 학술발표대회 논문집 Vol.2021 No.5

Back From School

Khairul Amirin Azman,Nor Hidayu Mohd Salimi 한국디자인학회 2021 한국디자인학회 국제초대전도록 Vol.2021 No.5