Residential environmental evaluation of local cities considering regional characteristic and personal residential preference—a case study of Saga City,Japan

Questionnaire surveys and subjective evaluations on residential environment were performed in order to grasp the main factors of residential environment of small local cities. The suitable evaluation index system was established, and the regional residential environment characteristics and personal residential preference types were analyzed, so that their influence on residential environment evaluation could be grasped. The results can be applied to the residential environment planning, construction and monitoring of local cities.

Regional characteristics of dust events in China

The regional characteristics of dust events in China has b een mainly studied by using the data of dust storm, wind-blown sand and floating dust from 338 observation stations through China from 1954 to 2000. The results of this study are as follows: (1) In China, there are two h igh frequent areas of dust events, one is located in the area of Min feng and Hotan in the South Xinjiang Basin, the other is situated in the area of Minqin and Jilantai in the Hexi Region. Furthermore, th e spatial distributions of the various types of dust events are diffe rent. The dust storms mainly occur in the arid and semiarid areas co vering the deserts and the areas undergoing desertification in northern China. Wind-blown sand and floating-dust not only occur in the areas where dust storms occur, but also extend to the neighboring areas. The range of wind-blown sand extends northeastward and southeastward, b ut floating-dust mainly extends southeastward to the low-latitude region such as the East China Plain and the area of the middle and lower reaches o f the Yangtze River. Compared with wind-blown sand, the floating-dust seldo m occurs in the high latitude areas such as North Xinjiang and North east China. (2) The affected areas of dust storms can be divided into seven sub-regions, that is, North Xinjiang Region, South Xinjiang Reg ion, Hexi Region, Qaidam Basin Region, Hetao Region, Northeastern China Region and Qinghai-Xizang (Tibet) Region. The area of the most freque nt occurrence of dust storms and floating-dust is in South Xinjiang Region, and of wind-blown sand in the Hexi Region. In general, the frequency of d ust events in all the seven regions shows a decreasing tendency from 19 54 to 2000, but there are certain differences between various dust events in d ifferent regions. The maximum interannual change and variance of dust events during this time happened in South Xinjiang Region and Hexi Re gion. The dust events generally occur most frequently in April in most pa rts of China. The spring occurred days of dust events occupied 60-70% of the whole year in Hetao Region and Northeastern China Region. However, in South Xinjiang Region and North Xinjiang Region, which was less affec ted by monsoon climate, dust events may occur at any time of the year, le ss than 50% of the events in this region occur during spring. In the remaining three regions 50-60% of the dust events occur in spring of a year.

Urban River Landscape Design Based on Regional Characteristics——A Case Study of Jinxi River in Hushan Town

River is an important resource for human survival and development, and also a material carrier for cultural inheritance. In recent years, with the further urbanization of China, more efforts have been devoted in economic construction, but protection of local ecological pattern and inheritance of historic context have been overlooked. Taking landscape design of Jinxi River in Hushan Town for example, local resources were analyzed on the basis of regional characteristics to explore the future development trend. Colorful traditional cultures of south Fujian should be introduced into the design of waterfront landscapes, so historic and cultural elements of south Fujian will be inherited and demonstrated in new means by combining with modern landscape design techniques.

Identifying camellia oil adulteration with selected vegetable oils by characteristic near-infrared spectral regions

In this paper,a methodology based on characteristic spectral bands of near infrared spectroscopy(1000-2500 nm)and multivariate analysis was proposed to identify camellia oil adulteration withvegetable oils,Sunflower,peanut and corn oils were selected to conduct the test.Pure camlia oiland that adulterated with varying concentrations(1-10%with the gradient of 1%,10-40%withthe gradient of 5%,40-100%with the gradient of 10%)of each type of the three vegetable oilswere prepared,respectively.For each type of adulterated oil,full-spectrum partial least squarespartial least squares(PLS)models and synergy interval partial least squares(SI-PLS)modelswere developed.Parameters of these models were optimized simultaneously by cross-validation,The SI-PLS models were proved to be better than the full-spectrum PLS models.In SI-PLSmodels,the correlation coefficients of predition set(Rp)were 0.9992,0.9998 and 0.9999 foradulteration with sunflower oil,peanut oiloil seperately;the corresponding root meansquare errors of prediction set(RMSEP).66nd 0.37.Furthermore,a new genericPLS model was built based on the chalselected from the intervals of thethree SI-PLS models to identify the oil adulterantsardless of the adultrated oil types.Themodel achieved with Rp=0.9988 and RMSEP==1.52,These results indicated that the charac-teristic near infrared spectral regions could determine the level of adulteration in the camllia oil.

The Characteristics of Ground Flashes in Beijing and Lanzhou Regions

Over twenty thousand lightning location data obtained by using Lightning Location System(LLS) from Lanzhou and Beijing regions have been analysed to ascertain the characteristics of ground flashes in both regions. The strength of positive flashes is 5 times higher in Lanzhou than in Beijing. The strength of positive flashes is 3 times and 2.2 times as large as negative flashes in Beijing and in Lanzhou respectively. It has been found that the strength of positive and negative flashes is submitted to the normal distribution, and is independent of the characteristics of thunderstorm. So the lightning strength obtained by DF may be used to forecast the coming of thunderstorm. Although the stroke number in both regions decreases as exponent regulation, the maximum number of return stroke for one lightning in Beijing is more than that in Lanzhou. The peak flash rate occurs in late afternoon for both regions, but the maximum and minimum flash rate appeared an hour earlier in Beijing than in Lanzhou.The relationship between DF display and lightning radiation electric field, discharge current is obtained.

Study of aquatic chemical characteristic in some bays along the coastal region of Zhejiang Province

In this paper,the aquatic chemical characteristics in the Hangzhou Bay,Xiangshan Bay and Leqing Bay along the coastal region of Zhejiang Province are discussed . Results show that the seasonal variations of chemical elements are obvious. The distribution of silicate in Hangzhou Bay and contents of dissolved oxygen and nutrient in the Xiangshan Bay are found to be unusual in winter. Correlations among the elements are complex. The content of nutrient in the Hangzhou Bay is higher than that in Xiangshan Bay and the content of nutrient in the Xiangshan Bay is higher than that in the Leqing Bay . The variation of the ratio of N/P is obvious. This reflects the aquatic chemical characteristics in the bay. Finally, this paper also discusses the reason why the aquatic chemical characteristics in the bays are unusual.

GIS Based Aroma Characteristic for Regional Distribution of Tobacco Using Kriging Interpolation Method Set in Henan Province of China

To study the regional distribution features of aroma characteristics, the regional distribution maps of aroma characteristics of 225 tobacco leaf samples from Henan Province were drawn by Kriging interpolation method in ArcGIS. The results showed that:(1) the aroma quality of flue-cured tobacco from Henan Province tobacco-growing areas ranged from better to slightly better and aroma quantity ranged from just a little to much. The ability of diffusiveness expressed slight to a little strong and the raw green odour, immature odour and ligneous odour were tiny;(2) there were significant differences between the aroma quality and scorched odour and no statistical differences among the aroma quantity, diffusiveness, raw green odour, ligneous odour and immature odour from different counties;(3) there were trends that scale of aroma quality increased from southwest to both north and east, aroma quantity showed a patchy distribution in space, diffusiveness decreased from east to west, scorched odour increased from west to both north and south, ligneous odour increased from north to south and green odour increased from south to north.

Artistic Space Design of Subway Station Based on Regional Characteristics

On the basis of existing problems in the spatial design of subway station, this paper explored the principles that regional culture involves in the artistic space design of subway station; based on the analysis of three main design sections and site cases-spatial interface, public art and color, the paper also discussed the artistic application and design embodiment of regional culture characteristics reflected in every element of subway station space design, so as to provide a consolidated design example for subway station space design featuring regional characteristics in the future.

Evaluation of Regional Characteristic Landscape along the Commercial Pedestrian Street Based on AHP:A Case Study of Dongpo Bund in Huangzhou

Based on investigation and literature collation,the evaluation factors of regional characteristic landscape along the commercial pedestrian street were extracted,and the evaluation system of regional characteristic landscape along the commercial pedestrian street was established by the AHP method.The regional characteristic landscape along the commercial pedestrian street is the first-level index,including four secondary indexes of regional characteristics of road landscape,regional characteristics of plant landscape,regional characteristics of architecture and sketch,and spatial landscape experience,as well as 17 three-level indicators such as road environment landscape coordination,uniqueness of road markers and road landscape recognizability.The reliability of the evaluation system of the regional characteristic landscape along the commercial pedestrian street in Dongpo Bund was proved.The importance sequence of road landscape level,spatial landscape experience,landscape visual effect and plant landscape characteristics in the regional characteristic landscape was obtained,and it is closely related to users’ satisfaction.According to the problems found in the survey,suggestions on the transformation of the regional characteristic landscape along the commercial pedestrian street in Dongpo Bund were put forward to provide reference for the transformation and improvement of regional characteristic landscape along similar urban commercial pedestrian streets.

An oceanic eddy statistical comparison using multiple observational data in the Kuroshio Extension region

Eddy characteristics derived from different data resources are compared： sea surface temperature（SST）, sea surface height anomaly（SSHA） and surface drifter trajectories. The comparison suggests that the eddy statistical characteristics are different using different variables to delineate eddies, but they show the similar trend. Based on the comparison, abnormal eddies with warm（cold） cores but counter-clockwise（clockwise） rotation are found in the Kuroshio Extension region.

Research on Teaching Reform of“Foreign Trade Correspondence”for Business English Majors—Based on Regional Features

Combining with the characteristics of the“Foreign Trade Correspondence”course of Business English major of Quzhou University,in order to make a breakthrough in the teaching goal,the article proposes that the“Foreign Trade Correspondence”course teaching should be integrated with local characteristics and form a benign interaction with the local economic development。

具有区域特色的机电一体化品牌特色专业建设与实践

针对苏州市当前加快经济转型升级,产业结构调整,创建创新型城市的发展规划,苏州市职业大学机电一体化专业及时对专业培养目标,专业标准等进行了调整、优化,并对高技能创新人才培养模式进行了有益的探索与实践,使人才培养规格更符合苏州区域经济发展需要。

Regional characteristic of 7YSZ coatings prepared by plasma spray-physical vapor deposition technique

7 YSZ coating was prepared by plasma sprayphysical vapor deposition(PS-PVD) technique based on a specific experimental design.The microstructure and deposition properties of 7 YSZ coating along the radius of plasma jet were investigated in detail.Results show that the coating presents regional characteristic in the radial direction,which could be divided into three typical zones:In Zone Ⅰ,the coating is all composed of columnar structures with cauliflower structure,and the coating properties including the surface roughness and deposition efficiency(DE) are almost stable;in Zone Ⅲ,the coating is made up of solid particles,droplet and gas phase mixed without columnar structures;Zone Ⅱ is between Zone Ⅰ and ZoneⅢ, in which there are columns with domed top and small particles.Based on experiment results,a model on the state and distribution of particles in plasma jet was proposed to clarify the regional characteristic.This study is helpful to comprehend and control coatings deposition by PS-PVD technique.

Compilation of hydrogeological map of China

Hydrogeological map is one of the important carriers of groundwater related information.It directly reflects the hydrogeological conditions and previous investigation and research results of a mapping area.The hydrogeological map of China is a map reflecting the characteristics of hydrogeology and groundwater dynamics on a national scale.On the basis of the hydrogeological map of China(1:4000000)compiled in 1988,this map compilation attempted to update and enhance the existing map,with the latest survey results from the project of National Investigation and Evaluation of Groundwater Resources and Environmental Problems led by China Geological Survey.Task of the mapping program included redefining groundwater types,quantifying the classification standard of the groundwater and adding the pore-fissure water in laterite layer of hilly basin.The multilayer structures for porous,karst and porous-fractured groundwater and their water-rich grades are reflected on the map.Based on the comprehensive summary of the latest hydrogeological data of China,this research conducts an in-depth analysis of the regional distribution characteristics of groundwater in China,utilizes a digital mapping process and establishes a cartographic database for the purpose of further use.With the enrichment of the content and the continuous improvement of cognitive level,mapping content can be updated quickly,which has practical significance for the concept of surveying and mapping and scientific popularization.

Discussion on the Form of“Memorial Archway”in Modern Context:A Case Study of Fengcheng Shangzhuang Entrance Archway

Memorial archway is a unique form of traditional Chinese architectural culture.It is an important topic by inheriting this ancient Chinese culture and combining with modern architecture to obtain new life.Taking Fengcheng Shangzhuang entrance archway as an example,the creation of memorial archway form in modern context is explored by discussing the shape evolution of ancient memorial archway and the application of archway in modern cities.

Observational results of electromagnetic radiation caused by explosion of small dimension rocks in field experiments

In order to probe the mechanism of the phenomena of seismic electromagnetic radiation (EMR), we have completed field experiment on EMR caused by explosiom of rocks. In the experiments, the data of medium low freguency (<5000 Hz) EMR caused by 26 explosion tests of small dimension rocks have been obtained. This paper shows some representative observational results of the field experiment. The observational results show that, nearly 20 points of the 26 explosive points, the EMR phenomena are recorded at various degrees in the related explosive processes. The EMR intensities decay with the distance from explosive origins and increase with the explosive energy. The EMR records have certain repeatability (under the same condition), complexity( multiple EMR effects caused by one explosion) and regional characteristics such as rock structure and observational direction etc.

Variation Characteristics of Regional Synchronous Wind in Hami,Xinjiang of Northwest China

From several towers in Hami, Xinjiang of Northwest China, built by the national wind power resources professional observation network, we selected three towers with synchronous 10-min average wind speed data for one year（May 2011-April 2012） under strict quality control. The towers are located where large-scale wind power development is projected. We analyzed the frequency and variation of extreme wind speed at low wind condition（LWC）, rated wind condition（RWC）, and cut-out wind condition（CWC）, which may significantly impact the electric power grid configuration in large-scale wind power development. The correlation between duration and frequency of LWC/RWC/CWC is obtained. Major findings are： 1） The frequency of CWC is the lowest among all conditions, its synchronous rate at all three towers tends to be zero, and the frequency of LWC is always greater than that of RWC. 2） Among the three towers, the synchronous rate of RWC steadily increases with height, and LWC differs little between different levels. The synchronous rate of LWC concentrates in winter, while that of RWC mainly occurs in spring and summer.Diurnal variation of LWC/RWC during the entire year is significantly different. 3） During the study year,the longest durations of synchronous LWC and RWC among the three towers are up to 640 and 700 min,respectively. The duration and frequency of LWC/RWC can be quantitatively well described by a logarithmic function. Consequently, the synchronous rates of LWC and RWC over any duration in the region can be easily calculated by using the fitting function equation from observed data. These results are of value to the planning of large-scale wind power transmission and grid dispatching in this area.

Progressively narrow the gap of PM_(2.5) pollution characteristics at urban and suburban sites in a megacity of Sichuan Basin, China

Nowadays,the fine particle pollution is still severe in some megacities of China,especially in the Sichuan Basin,southwestern China.In order to understand the causes,sources,and impacts of fine particles,we collected PM_(2.5)samples and analyzed their chemical composition in typical months from July 2018 to May 2019 at an urban and a suburban (background) site of Chengdu,a megacity in this region.The daily average concentrations of PM_(2.5)ranged from5.6-102.3μg/m^(3)and 4.3-110.4μg/m^(3)at each site.Secondary inorganics and organic matters were the major components in PM_(2.5)at both sites.The proportion of nitrate in PM_(2.5)has exceeded sulfate and become the primary inorganic component.SO_(2)was easier to transform into sulfate in urban areas because of Mn-catalytic heterogeneous reactions.In contrast,NO_(2)was easily converted in suburbs with high aerosol water content.Furthermore,organic carbon in urban was much greater than that in rural,other than elemental carbon.Element Cr and As were the key cancer risk drivers.The main sources of PM_(2.5)in urban and suburban areas were all secondary aerosols (42.9%,32.1%),combustion (16.0%,25.2%) and vehicle emission (15.2%,19.2%).From clean period to pollution period,the contributions from combustion and secondary aerosols increased markedly.In addition to tightening vehicle controls,urban areas need to restrict emissions from steel smelters,and suburbs need to minimize coal and biomass combustion in autumn and winter.

REGIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF CANADIAN ENGLISH

Modern English is an international language inthe world.Besides Great Britain,English is spokenas first language in 39 countries.These countries arelocated in different regions with different naturalfeatures,history development and cultural character-istics.Thus,English used in these different regionscarries its own regional character—forming Englishregional varieties.The main English regional varieties are:BritishEnglish,American English,Canadian English andSouth African English.Canada is a rich country inNorth America with its own characteristics,which