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The current study aims to analyze the mediating role of perceived risk from private label apparels in between the familiarity and consumer purchase intention (PI).
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Purpose
The current study aims to analyze the mediating role of perceived risk from private label apparels in between the familiarity and consumer purchase intention (PI).
Design/methodology/approach
Exploratory factor analysis and structural equation modeling techniques were utilized for evaluating the relationship between different constructs. Participants were given the opportunity for expressing their degree of approval or disapproval using a series of statements using a five-point Likert scale. For the purpose of the survey, a total of 400 participants were selected.
Findings
The finding highlights the mediating role of perceived risk between familiarity and PI of consumers toward private label apparels. When there is a mediator, the direct influence of familiarity on PI is absorbed.
Originality/value
This research aims to offer an understanding of buyer preferences in developing markets as well as providing suggestions for retailers and marketers on how to successfully promote and position private label apparel in such an environment through investigating the importance of familiarity with private label apparel. While doing so, it develops the premise that familiarity with private label apparel directly impacts perceived risk while indirectly impacting PI of consumers towards private label apparel.
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Anoop Pratap Singh, Ravi Kumar Dwivedi, Amit Suhane, K. Sudha Madhuri and Vikas Shende
This study aims to evaluate the influence of oleic acid (OA)-capped Al2O3 nanoparticles on the tribological performance of conventional lube oil. The goal is to determine the…
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Purpose
This study aims to evaluate the influence of oleic acid (OA)-capped Al2O3 nanoparticles on the tribological performance of conventional lube oil. The goal is to determine the optimal nanoparticle concentration that enhances lubricant efficiency by reducing friction and wear.
Design/methodology/approach
The research involved preparing nanolubricants with four different concentrations of Al2O3 nanoparticles: 0.05, 0.1, 0.25 and 0.5 wt.%. Tribological performance was assessed using a four-ball tribotester, which measured the coefficient of friction (COF) and wear scar diameter (WSD) under standardized testing conditions.
Findings
The experimental results revealed that the nanolubricant containing 0.1 wt.% OA-Al2O3 nanoparticles exhibited the most significant improvement in tribological performance. This formulation achieved a 38.84% reduction in COF and a 23.87% reduction in WSD compared to the base lubricant. These findings demonstrate the effectiveness of incorporating OA-capped Al2O3 nanoparticles in reducing friction and wear, thereby enhancing the overall performance of conventional lubricants.
Originality/value
This study demonstrates the benefits of OA-capped Al2O3 nanoparticles in lubricants, including a 38.84% reduction in COF and a 23.87% reduction in WSD. By systematically analyzing different nanoparticle concentrations, it identified that 0.1% by weight of nanoparticles is the most effective formulation for reducing friction and wear.
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The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/ILT-06-2024-0236/
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Divya Madhuri Badugu, Sunithamani S., Javid Basha Shaik and Ramesh Kumar Vobulapuram
The purpose of this paper is to design novel hardened flip-flop using carbon nanotube field effect transistors (CNTFETs).
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to design novel hardened flip-flop using carbon nanotube field effect transistors (CNTFETs).
Design/methodology/approach
To design the proposed flip-flop, the Schmitt trigger-based soft error masking and unhardened latches have been used. In the proposed design, the novel mechanism, i.e. hysteresis property is used to enhance the hardness of the single event upset.
Findings
To obtain the simulation results, all the proposed circuits are extensively simulated in Hewlett simulation program with integrated circuit emphasis software. Moreover, the results of the proposed latches are compared to the conventional latches to show performance improvements. It is noted that the proposed latch shows the performance improvements up to 25.8%, 51.2% and 17.8%, respectively, in terms of power consumption, area and power delay product compared to the conventional latches. Additionally, it is observed that the simulation result of the proposed flip-flop confirmed the correctness with its respective functions.
Originality/value
The novel hardened flip-flop utilizing ST based SEM latch is presented. This flip-flop is significantly improves the performance and reliability compared to the existing flip-flops.
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Rakesh Patidar and Sunil Agrawal
The purpose of this paper is to study and develop supply chain structure of traditional Indian agri-fresh food supply chain (AFSC). This paper proposes a mathematical model to…
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to study and develop supply chain structure of traditional Indian agri-fresh food supply chain (AFSC). This paper proposes a mathematical model to design a traditional Indian AFSC to minimize total distribution cost and post-harvest losses in the chain.
Design/methodology/approach
This paper formulates two mathematical models to structure and represent the flow of products in the existing chain. First, a three-echelon, multi-period, multi-product, mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model is formulated to minimize the total distribution cost incurred in the chain. Further, the developed formulation is extended by considering the perishability of products in the second model.
Findings
A real case study problem of Mandsaur district (India) is solved in LINGO 17.0 package to check the validity of the formulated models. The perishable (second) model of AFSC reports better results in terms of costs and post-harvest losses minimization. The results revealed that 92% of the total distribution cost incurred in the transportation of products from farmers to the hubs.
Research limitations/implications
This paper includes implications for redesigning an existing supply chain network by incorporating an appropriate transportation strategy from farmers to hubs to minimize transportation inefficiency and enhance the profitability of farmers.
Practical implications
The formulated AFSC model would help managers and policymakers to identify optimal locations for hubs where required infrastructure would be developed.
Originality/value
According to the author's best knowledge, this paper is the first to design traditional Indian AFSC by considering the perishability of products.
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Madhuri Saripalle and Vijaya Chebolu-Subramanian
This study analyzes the impact of COVID-19 on agricultural production in South India by evaluating the influence of market channels and socioeconomic conditions on the production…
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Purpose
This study analyzes the impact of COVID-19 on agricultural production in South India by evaluating the influence of market channels and socioeconomic conditions on the production decisions of farmers during two key cropping seasons. We base our analysis on primary data from 200 marginal, small and medium farmers, primarily focusing on the key seasonal crops, namely paddy and black gram.
Design/methodology/approach
We studied the downstream supply chains of paddy and black gram crops in the district of Villupuram, situated in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Using a Bi-Probit model, we analyzed the production decisions of marginal, small and medium farmers engaged in paddy and black gram cultivation. Various factors are considered, including farmers’ socioeconomic characteristics, gender, market channels accessed and the coping strategies employed.
Findings
After the easing of lockdown measures in June 2020, our research revealed substantial disruptions in agricultural production during the critical Kharif and Rabi seasons. Most farmers refrained from returning to their fields during the Kharif season; those who did produced millet as the main crop. Factors such as choice of market channels in previous seasons, economic status, access to all-weather roads, labor availability, gender and coping strategies played an important role in the return to production in the subsequent Kharif and Rabi seasons.
Research limitations/implications
Our data revealed several interesting threads related to price volatility, irrigation and access to markets and their impact on food security. The role of intermediaries and market channels in providing liquidity emerges as an important aspect of farmers' choice of markets. The pandemic impacted all these factors, but a detailed analysis was beyond the scope of this study.
Social implications
We also find that resilience to economic shocks varies not only by economic status but also by gender and social groups. Farmers with female members are more likely to be resilient, and marginal and small farmers primarily belong to social groups that are economically less developed.
Originality/value
This study contributes to the literature on factors influencing farmer choice and decision-making and provides nuances to discussions by analyzing crop-specific supply chains, highlighting the critical role of socioeconomic factors. It also highlights the role of demographics and infrastructural factors like access to all-weather roads and access to markets that influence farmers’ production decisions.
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Kevin Z Chen, Pramod K Joshi, Enjiang Cheng and Pratap S Birthal
The purpose of this paper is to synthesize lessons from the agricultural value chain models and their associated financing mechanisms in China and India as to provide policy…
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to synthesize lessons from the agricultural value chain models and their associated financing mechanisms in China and India as to provide policy recommendations on how best to facilitate development of efficient and inclusive value chains.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper builds on a review of the existing literature on agricultural value chains and their financing mechanisms, and draws lessons from it for strengthening interface between product and financial markets in order to enable smallholders capture benefits of the value addition.
Findings
From the comparative review of value chain financing mechanisms and current policy contexts the authors find dominance of internal financing of value chains (in terms of provision of inputs, technology and services) in both the countries. Value chain finance from commercial banks and other financial institutions is limited and mainly through tripartite agreements among the financing institutions, lead firms and farmers.
Practical implications
The lessons drawn from various value chain models and their financing mechanisms provide feedback to financial institutions and policymakers to take measures to strengthen value chain finance in smallholder agriculture.
Originality/value
The paper undertakes a rigorous review of the existing value chain models and their financing mechanisms in light of the most recent research on emerging innovations and development strategies, in order to glean key lessons for policy recommendations on strengthening linkages between financial and product markets.
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Vigneshkumar Chellappa, Vasundhara Srivastava and Urmi Ravindra Salve
Construction workers’ health and safety (CWHS) research in India has not gained much attention among researchers. This study aims to review articles related to CWHS research in…
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Purpose
Construction workers’ health and safety (CWHS) research in India has not gained much attention among researchers. This study aims to review articles related to CWHS research in India using a science mapping approach.
Design/methodology/approach
A total number of 64 journal articles published between 2004 and 2019 were extracted from the Scopus database using keywords including “construction safety,” “occupational health,” “ergonomics in construction,” etc. VOSviewer software was used to examine the influential keywords, documents, sources and authors in the field of CWHS.
Findings
The study found that most of the current work focuses on safety management, safety climate, safety performance, musculoskeletal disorders and behavior-based safety. The result indicates no theoretical basis for the theories and learning methods for the existing studies.
Practical implications
The findings open up a research gap that researchers explore to enhance workers’ health and safety within the Indian construction environment.
Originality/value
The paper is the first article to provide a better understanding of current research in the field of CWHS in India by analyzing its growth through the science mapping approach.
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