Metaphors Retail and Online are as old as time, yet metaphor studies have recently undergone new and exciting developments.This article aims at questioning the logical and epistemological status of metaphors, adopting a critical approach toward classical metaphor theory and exposing a deeply rooted anti-metaphorical prejudice in the supercharger hi
Abstract Background Addressing the uptake of research findings into policy-making is increasingly important for researchers who ultimately seek to contribute to improved health outcomes.The aims of the Swiss Programme for Research on Global Issues for Development (r4d Programme) initiated by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the Swiss Agenc
When traffic congestion caused by accidents occurs on urban roads, the current signal control scheme may face failure.It is necessary to establish an effective dynamic route guidance scheme and formulate a reasonable ASSAULT FRUIT PUNCH signal timing scheme to alleviate the impact of the accident on urban traffic.In this paper, traffic congestion i
In recent years, the Tuned Mass Damper with inerter (TMDI) has received significant attention.The inerter is defined to exert a force that is in proportion to the relative acceleration of the two inerter terminals.Here, two TMDI topologies are investigated.The conventional topology is given by the inerter being in parallel to the spring and viscous