Empirical Studies
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1. Contribution to the forecast of horizontal displacements in continuous fight auger piles in granular soil profile
Abstract This article presents a series of propositions for the prediction of horizontal displacements for continuous fight auger piles in granular soil profiles through modifying the parameters Ay and By from the method proposed by Matlock and Reese (1961). Empirical proposals were also presented for calculating the horizontal soil reaction coefficient (nh)
REM - International Engineering Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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2. Challenges of business models for sustainability in startups
Abstract Purpose This study aims to analyze the challenges startups face in implementing business models for sustainability. In particular, the research question of this study is: How do the challenges faced by startups affect business models for sustainability in the context of an emerging country? Design/methodology/approach Startups are increasingly inc
RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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3. Internationalization of China’s medical device industry: a case study in Brazil
Abstract Purpose The singularity of being the first Chinese manufacturer of drug-eluting stents to arrive in Brazil and the country being selected as the company's first experience outside its home country motivated the interest in the study of this case, vis-à-vis with the characteristic of internationalization medical device companies according to the Up
RAUSP Management Journal. Publicado em: 2022
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4. Geological - geotechnical characterization of different lithotypes in an underground mine
Abstract A mineralogical, geological and geotechnical characterization of several rock types (phyllite, dolomite, breccia and marl) from an underground mine site aimed, among other things, to identify its mineral composition and to provide parameters to support the understanding of rock mass behavior. For this purpose, it was possible to perform laboratory a
REM, Int. Eng. J.. Publicado em: 2021-01
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5. Flexible pavement overlay design of UFJF ring road based on the new Brazilian mechanistic-empirical pavement design method
Abstract The procedures for design and reinforcement projects regarding flexible pavements available in Brazil are mostly based on empirical models developed from studies carried out in specific localities, and therefore, should only be used in cases where equivalent climatic and traffic conditions are observed. The national highway agencies in partnership w
REM, Int. Eng. J.. Publicado em: 2020-12
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6. Efficiency of electricity distribution companies
Abstract Purpose After assessing papers on efficiency, most of the studies available are focused on the analysis of efficiency measures, without providing a deep discussion of the factors that determine efficiency. This study aims to evaluate the efficiency of Brazilian electricity distribution companies based on a structural model that enables the identifi
RAUSP Manag. J.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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7. Entrepreneurial orientation and firm performance: an updated meta-analysis
Abstract Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation (EO) and organizational performance through an updated and extended meta-analytic review that includes EO, mediators, moderators and performance results. Design/methodology/approach Using Pearson correlations as effect size statistics, and based on
RAUSP Manag. J.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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8. Correlations of rock mass classifications applied to ferruginous caves
Abstract For the Brazilian iron ore mines, the presence of caves presents a challenge, since most of them are located within the ore deposit. The National Environment Commission (CONAMA 347 Resolution/2004) establishes that the speleological heritage, as well as its area of influence, cannot sustain irreversible environmental impacts. The physical integrity
REM, Int. Eng. J.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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9. And people already ask with malice: Where is ...
Abstract For the Brazilian iron ore mines, the presence of caves presents a challenge, since most of them are located within the ore deposit. The National Environment Commission (CONAMA 347 Resolution/2004) establishes that the speleological heritage, as well as its area of influence, cannot sustain irreversible environmental impacts. The physical integrity
REM, Int. Eng. J.. Publicado em: 2020-06
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10. The discourse and coordination among advocacy coalitions: the case of Belo Monte
Abstract Purpose This study aims to analyze the use of discourse to solve issues related to coordination between advocacy coalitions in processes of gradual and transformative institutional change related to public policies. Design/methodology/approach Theoretical background is based on the advocacy coalition framework (ACF), new discursive institutionalis
RAUSP Manag. J.. Publicado em: 2020-03
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11. Uma perspectiva de comparação na escrita histórico-social do currículo do ensino secundário1 2
Resumo Neste trabalho, apresentamos parte de resultados de uma pesquisa que toma como fontes dissertações e teses sobre o ensino secundário no sul do Mato Grosso e de Minas Gerais, produzidas no Grupo de Estudos Observatório de Cultura Escolar (Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul) e no Centro de Pesquisa em História da Educação (Universidade Fe
Pro-Posições. Publicado em: 20/01/2020
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12. Inovação social e processo empreendedor: aplicação de tipologia em start-ups da Yunus Negócios Sociais Brasil
Resumo O presente estudo aplica a tipologia bricolagem social, construtor social e engenheiro social, sugerida por Zahra, Gedajlovic, Neubaum et al. (2009), às entrevistas realizadas com avaliadores e empresários de start-ups apoiadas pela Yunus Negócios Sociais Brasil. Por meio de um estudo de caso, buscou-se identificar semelhanças e divergências entr
Cad. EBAPE.BR. Publicado em: 20/01/2020