Utilisation of Non-Conventional Animal Waste as Feeds by Multiple Livestock Species Farmers in Lake Victoria Crescent of Central Uganda

A cross-sectional survey was conducted to establish the utilisation of non-conventional animal waste in multiple livestock species systems. Farmers (150) were selected from four out of ten districts of Central Uganda in Lake Victoria Crescent. A structured questionnaire was used and descriptive analysis showed that over 80% are smallholder farmers on 3.0) years. Household husbands (80%) significantly (P 1.0) as they cause poor livestock health due to pathogens, parasites and toxins which are associated (OD > 1.0) with poor growth, mortality and condemnation of livestock products. The remedy to unsafe non-conventional feeds is to apply effective solar-heating (75%), chemical and ensiling treatment methods. The study showed that there are no significant (P < 0.001) public health risks associated with utilising treated non-conventional feeds instead it improves production and sustainability of multiple livestock species systems.

Review on non-conventional machining of shape memory alloys

Shape memory alloys （SMAs） are the developing advanced materials due to their versatile specific properties such as pseudoelasticity, shape memory effect （SME）, biocompatibility, high specific strength, high corrosion resistance, high wear resistance and high anti-fatigue property. Therefore, the SMAs are used in many applications such as aerospace, medical and automobile. However, the conventional machining of SMAs causes serious tool wear, time consuming and less dimensional deformity due to severe strain hardening and pseudoelasticity. These materials can be machined using non-conventional methods such as laser machining, water jet machining （WJM） and electrochemical machining （ECM）, but these processes are limited to complexity and mechanical properties of the component. Electrical discharge machining （EDM） and wire EDM （WEDM） show high capability to machine SMAs of complex shapes with precise dimensions. The aim of this work is to present the consolidated references on the machining of SMAs using EDM and WEDM and subsequently identify the research gaps. In support to these research gaps, this work has also evolved the future research directions.

Non-Conventional Plasma Assisted Catalysts for Diesel Exhaust Treatment: A Case Study

This paper reports the application of pulse discharges along with catalysts in treat- ing the exhaust gas at higher temperatures. In the present work a plasma reactor, filled with catalysts, called as plasma catalytic reactor, is studied for removal of oxides of nitrogen, total hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. The experiments are conducted on an actual diesel engine exhaust at no-load and at different temperatures starting from room temperature to 300°C. The removal efficiencies of these pollutants are studied. The experiments are carried out with both con- ventional and non-conventional catalysts. The idea is to explore the pollutant removal efficiency characteristics by non-conventional catalysts. The efficiency results are compared with that of conventional catalysts. The experiments are carried out at a constant pulse repetition rate of 120 pps. Both pellet and honeycomb type catalysts are used in the study.

An efficient synthesis of benzofuran derivatives under conventional/non-conventional method

l-Methyl-3-ethyl imidazolium bromide[meim]Br/basic alumina（Al2O3） has been found to promote the cyclocondensation of chloroacetone/chloroethyl acetate with salicylaldehydes under conventional as well as microwave irradiation to yield benzofuran derivatives.

Approximation of some minerals in soil and forage as a function of non-conventional compost: A case study

In present study concentration of some metals (Magnesium, Nickel and Calcium) were determined in soil and different parts of Avena sativa treated with poultry waste grown in the pots. Nine different treatments of poultry waste were used: 0 (control), 60, 90, 120 and 150 kg/ha applied to soil as full doses before sowing, and 60, 90, 120, and 150 applied as two equal splits, 1st before sowing and the 2nd before flower instigation. The samples of soil were obtained after mixing the poultry waste with soil in each pot before sowing. Different parts (roots, leaves, and seeds) of plants were taken after 90 days of sowing and after grain filling. Samples of soil and forages were analyzed. Mg concentrations found both in soil and plants were non-significantly affected by treatments and were lower than the requirements of ruminants in forage crops, but above requirement of forages in soil. Soil and forage Ni was affected non-significantly from the treatments of poultry waste and soil and forage Ni levels were found to be lower than the toxic level for animals and forages. Soil Ca was affected non-significantly by treatments having far lower values than the requirements of both forage species and ruminants. The study showed that soil Mg was higher and Ca was lower than the requirements of forages, but forage Mg and Ca were not fulfilling the requirements of livestock indicating the non significant effect of poultry waste on their concentrations. From the results of this study it has been anticipated that various deficiency problems in livestock may be resulted as these elements play very important role in animals’ metabolic progression. Therefore, soil amendment with poultry manure along with other synthetic fertilizers for enhancing the levels of various minerals is acceptable. The soil amendment and specifically tailored mineral mixture with appropriate proportion of these elements is the dire needs for livestock consuming Avena sativa in pasture treated with poultry waste.

CASES INVOLVING PROTECTION OF FOREIGN TRADEMARKS

Case 1 Protection of SINGERTrademark In November 1995,the Jiangsu NanjingBureau of Industry and Commerceinvestigated and dealt with a case in whichthe registered trademark SINGER for sewingmachines belonging to the Singer Co.Ltdwas infringed upon. From the end of 1994 to early 1995,the Jiangsu New Time Industry and TradeCompany(hereinafter called New Time Co.for short),without permission from thetrademark proprietor,organized the productionof 9,600 sewing-machine heads with

On Cultural Intension of Trademarks' Translation

Trademark is developing rapidly nowadays,it has direct effects on people’s daily life in many aspects.Translation of trademark plays a very important role in this highly competitive society.This paper tries to approach the the translation of the descriptions of import and export goods and the trademarks from the angle of cultural differences.Translation of trademarks can transmit plentiful information from the commodities effectively.Here is the summary of some important principles and six methods on how to translate the trademarks.

The Selection and Application of Non-Conventional Decoration Materials in Indoor Design

In indoor design innovation, the material role can not be ignored. In indoor design, using non-conventional decoration materials can make space more personalized and charming. This is one of the material innovation modes and also one of the indoor design innovation modes. The design method should obtain more attention.

Foreign Registered Trademarks in China are Protected

Since opening to the outside world, China has paid close attention to the protection of the intellectual property by legislative means. The administrations of industry and commerce and the people’s courts at all levels have handled a lot of trademark infringement cases.effectivelv protecting the exclusive right of foreign registered trademarks in China. In this issue we select some cases to let our readers know how foreign registered trademarks have been protected in China.

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WIPO Publishes Guide to Trademarks for Business

Entrepreneurs and managers of small andmedium-sized enterprises(SMEs)can nowconsult a World Intellectual PropertyOrganization(WIPO)publication thatexplains the basics of trademarks from abusiness perspective.The guide,entitled"Making a Mark:An Introduction toTrademarks for Small and Medium-sizedEnterprises",is intended to enhance thereader's understanding of the strategic valueof trademarks in business planning.It is

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The Protection of Registered Foreign Trademarks in China

The protection of intellectual property in China has aroused the concern of the international world for some time. Here is an interview of Liu Mingxue, Director of the State Administration of Industry and Commerce, who talked about protecting intellectual property in China, especially the protection of registered foreign trademarks. Reporter: China has done much

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Treatment of Culture Images in Trademark Translation

With the rapid development of the global economy and the increasingly frequent exchanges between different cultures,the internal and external trade of various countries is faced with new opportunities and challenges.Trademark translation is not only the transformation and transition of languages,but also the translation of many cultural images.The main obstacle in trademark translation is the cultural cognitive difference caused by languages,nationality,and environment.These cultural differences bring some difficulties to trademark translation.Based on the cross-cultural awareness,this thesis discusses the cultural factors in the translation of trademarks,and on this basis,summarizes the principles to be followed in the translation of cross-cultural trademarks,and finally puts forward the corresponding translation strategies.

论注册商标使用义务规范的体系化构建——兼评商标法修订草案征求意见稿相关条款

2023年1月13日,国家知识产权局公布《中华人民共和国商标法修订草案(征求意见稿)》,强调“强化商标使用义务,引导商标注册回归制度本源”是本次修法主要内容之一。目前,我国注册商标使用义务制度存在概念模糊、注册审查程序中使用意图与承诺使用的取舍不定、核准注册后权利人违背使用义务的法律责任不明等问题。在明晰注册商标专用权人商标使用概念的基础上,以“注册审查—权利维持—权利处分—权利救济”为轴,全过程设定注册商标使用义务,可以有效提高商标使用的法律地位,引导商标注册制回归“商标的生命在于使用”的制度本源。

我国引入“商标使用说明规则”的价值导向与立法选择

为强化商标注册人的使用义务,引导商标注册回归制度本源,我国《商标法》第五次修订草案征求意见稿增加“商标使用说明规则”的规定。该条款旨在将我国商标法律制度的价值导向从单向度的注册制转至“注册与使用相兼顾”,由商标管理本位转至“商标权利本位”的价值选择,以此完善我国商标注册制度。然而“商标使用说明规则”与既有规则相抵牾,一旦付诸实施,可能会增加相应的成本,甚至可能存在使规则被虚化的风险。为此应以“注册与使用兼顾”“商标权利本位”的价值选择为导向,推进“商标使用说明规则”与商标注册取得制度相协调,与商标撤三规则相配套;明晰符合商标使用说明要求的商标使用标准与不使用的合理理由;为虚假履行使用说明行为增设惩戒性后果。