How "small" can the sample size be for running pls -sem ?

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I'm working on a new area. I have used non direction hypothesis to test a new construct relation with other construct. Any reference for use?

Any reference exist on when non directional hypothesis can be used. I'm in a fix between two reaserchers. One says you have to use directional hypothesis other says as you are working on a new...

31 December 2017 3,207 5 View

How to perform Two way ANOVA with unequal sample size for each cell

I am having a sample of firm innovation output and I wish to run an ANOVA Factor 1 : Industry (Ind) - 2 levels Factor 2 : Location - 2 levels - Urban and Rural The sample sizes are Ind 1 -...

04 May 2017 5,475 4 View

I have a data from 2 industrial sectors, 1 Dependent variable, 4 Independent variables? How should I proceed for analysis ?

Please view the attachment and kindly advise. Some people say use SEM. Some say use ANOVA, followed by path analysis , regression and its variants. Its just a sample of 5 each for the sector (just...

11 December 2016 7,009 4 View

Narrative synthesis framework combining existing literature with expert opinion. - Can this be used to reinforce literature review ?

narrative synthesis framework combining existing literature with expert opinion. It seems like combining qualitative data collection with literature review. Please correct my understanding? Is...

09 October 2016 4,314 1 View

What is extended case study research? Can interviewing methods be used to build upon it?

Can we use this method without living with participants in their environment

04 May 2016 2,258 5 View

Is Big Bang Disruption really true?

How can technology just be a fad?

01 February 2014 955 1 View

How can I prepare virus for a TEM or SEM imaging?

I have virus (viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus) in suspension and the experiment will not involve cells. What level of TCID50 is preferred?

11 August 2024 3,115 1 View

Handling Missing Data and Building a Predictive Model with Incomplete Information ?

I am developing a predictive model for a water supply network that involves 20 influencing points. However, I only have historical data for 10 out of these 20 points. I would like to know how to...

10 August 2024 4,005 2 View

Is it possible to use the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) to additively manufacture interconnected porous structure generation of >100-200 micrometer?

Usually, additive manufacturing techniques like SEBM, SLS, and SLM are used for interconnected porous lattice structure generation with sizes of >100–200 micrometers. Can the Fused Deposition...

09 August 2024 7,892 0 View

How to define an anisotropic material with asymmetric elastic compliance/stiffness matrix in ANSYS APDL?

I need to model an anisotropic material in which the Poisson's ratio ν_12 ≠ ν_21 and so on. Therefore, the elastic compliance matrix wouldn't be a symmetric one. In ANSYS APDL, for TB,ANEL...

09 August 2024 5,048 2 View

How can I apply boundary conditions in an orthotropic steel deck numerical model using ABAQUS software?

I am trying to simulate vehicular loading on an orthotopic steel deck bridge section in ABAQUS software. The red arrow mark in the attached figure indicates the direction in which the vehicle will...

08 August 2024 719 0 View

Can you suggest reliable sources defining "3D mesh" and "3D city models"?

Dear fellow researchers, I am currently working on a paper where I need to provide a reliable reference that defines and distinguishes between 3D mesh models and 3D city models. Although I am...

06 August 2024 9,986 2 View

Please explain how the plastic input value should be considered from the true stress-strain curve for the bilinear elastoplastic material model ?

I am working on Abaqus/Explicit(Quasistatic ) for the deformation of the auxetic structure model. Please explain how the plastic input value should be considered from the true stress-strain curve...

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What are the shear and normal stiffness values of an LLDPE liner in 3D numerical modeling of a stockpile?

I am seeking experimental or applicable data for the liner (LLDPE) interface in FLAC3D numerical modeling of a large stockpile. Could you please recommend suitable references? The preferred data...

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Which distribution type should I use when calculating the average particle size from TEM image? and how to calculate the error ?

average particle size calculation from TEM

04 August 2024 2,921 1 View

Is it necessary to covary exogenous constructs in a structural model?

I am working on a SEM model where i have 7 latent variables (6 exogenous and 1 endogenous). In AMOS when I co-vary the exogenous constructs, only 2 paths are coming significant out of 6. But when...