Examines how the locational choice of foreign direct investment (FDI) is influenced by regional characteristics in mainland China, such as potential for market share extension, labour cost differences, allocative efficiency, transportation infrastructure, and research development capability. Empirical testing conducted conditional logit model using pooled cross‐section time‐series data. findings 1987‐1991 period indicate that variable extension only affects FDI middle region. Surprisingly,...

An a-IGZO thin-film phototransistor incorporating graphene absorption layer was proposed to enhance the responsivity and sensitivity simultaneously for photodetection from ultraviolet visible regime. The spin-coated dots absorb incident light, transferring electrons underlying establish a photochannel. 5 A/W 1000 photo-to-dark current ratio were achieved at 500 nm. As compared with <;1% absorption, indicates >2700 transistor gain. highest is 897 10 <sup...

(2001). An Assessment of Outward Foreign Direct Investment from China's Transitional Economy. Europe-Asia Studies: Vol. 53, No. 8, pp. 1235-1254.

Miniature mass spectrometry analytical systems of backpack configuration fitted with sampling probes could potentially be significant interest for in-field, real-time chemical analysis. In this study, various configurations were explored in which a long narrow tube was used to connect the turbo and backing pumps create maintain vacuum. Also, first time we introduced two new types miniature spectrometers, Creare 130 g drag pump 350 scroll pump. These pumps, along another 550 commercially...

In this research, we aimed to evaluate the impact of surface charges and morphologies electrodes on electrochemically detecting dopamine (DA) in presence protein adsorption, uric acid (UA), ascorbic (AA). Through electropolymerization functionalized 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophenes (EDOT) directly Au electrodes, successfully created PEDOT-coated with three different functional groups nanostructures. Negatively charged carboxylic attracted DA while reducing interferences UA AA due electrostatic...

In this study, we conducted numerical simulations with the consideration of microelectronic and photonic structures to determine feasibility design device structure for optimized performance InGaN p-i-n single homojunction solar cells. Operation mechanisms cells were explored through calculation characteristic parameters such as absorption, collection efficiency (χ), open circuit voltage (Voc), short current density (Jsc), fill factor (FF). Simulation results show that strongly depend on...

We demonstrated a high-performance Si-organic hybrid heterojunction solar cell utilizing low-temperature and liquid-phase-processed TiO2 as an interlayer between poly(3,4-ethylene dioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) Si nanoholes to produce conformal contact on the surface of nanostructure. The hydrophilic TiO2/Si-nanohole enabled PEDOT:PSS flow into spacing close-packed nanoholes. Scanning electron microscopy images were used confirm nanohole filling induced by TiO2. With...

In this study, a new hybrid electrode featuring high gauge factor of >30, decent stretchability (100% the original conductivity can be retained after 50 cycles stretching under 20% strain without prestrain treatment), transmittance (>70%) across 400-900 nm, and good sheet resistance (<50 Ω sq-1) was successfully exploited. These superior properties were revealed to originate from reversible phase separation endowed by nanogranular-like morphology formed in Ag. Owing such discrete...

Using cointegration and Granger causality tests, examines the causal relationship between defence spending economic growth in mainland China over period 1950‐1991. The results show that is not cointegrated with real rate, implying lack of any long‐run equilibrium two variables. In addition, tests indicate independence

The past studies of liquefaction phenomena during earthquakes have contributed to the development simplified methods employing field test data assess potential. Since are limited by exploration cost, it is interest obtain valuable and meaningful distribution potential an area from data. This study proposes a method for assessing over extensive according random concept. spatial structures soil properties estimated available cone penetration (CPT) measurements. at unsampled locations simulated...

Purpose This paper attempts to empirically examine the impact of financial development and bank characteristics on operational performance commercial banks in Chinese transitional economy. Design/methodology/approach Pooled cross‐section (banks) time‐series data are employed empirical estimation, with sample comprising a total 14 banks. The period under consideration extends from 1996‐2004. Fixed effects random models estimated. Findings Empirical results exhibit higher levels moneterization...

This work presents extremely compact dual-mode and dual-band bandpass filter designs based on dual-resonance composite resonators developed by using integrated passive device (IPD) technology a glass substrate.A is also devised symmetric resonator with perturbation element of grounding inductor to determine the bandwidth.Additionally, feedback capacitive coupling path proposed implemented produce three transmission-zero frequencies in stopband.Furthermore, designed high-density wiring...

Purpose This study undertakes empirical analysis of the factors that have influenced economic growth in China's provinces during process institutional transformation, and to examine whether disparities between been expanding or diminishing. Design/methodology/approach Pooled cross‐section (provinces) time‐series data are employed, with error components method also being used for testing. Findings Empirical test results using model shown period from 1988 1998, there was a tendency towards...

This paper describes a stacked spiral resonator (SSR) structure for designing very compact multiband bandpass filters. The resonant frequencies of the proposed SSR can be determined by geometry and controlling mutual coupling in structure. multiple passband bandwidths then spacing different layer patterns between two coupled SSRs. An adequately designed input/output with tapped-line feed achieve matching conditions all passbands simultaneously. Moreover, transmission zeros created on both...

The interplay of surface texture, strain relaxation, absorbance, grain size, and sheet resistance in textured, boron-doped ZnO (ZnO@B), transparent conductive oxide (TCO) materials different thicknesses used for thin film, solar cell applications is investigated. residual induced by the lattice mismatch difference thermal expansion coefficient thicker ZnO@B relaxed, leading to an increased stronger larger lower resistance. These experimental results reveal optical material characteristics...

Abstract This article sets out to examine changes in the competitiveness of East Asian exports pre- and post-Asian financial crisis periods. The patterns Taiwanese, ASEAN Chinese are becoming increasingly convergent, with highest degree similarity being found US; this is therefore market where competition most intense. In Japanese market, export relatively low, indicating a lower level competition.

In this study, a very compact, second-order, full differential bandpass filter is presented.To achieve compact circuit area and system-in-package (SiP) applications, the transformer structure integrated using passive device (IPD) technology on glass substrate.The coupled resonator synthesis method used to design suitably adjust tapped feed-lines obtain good impedance match at all ports.The (1.27 mm×1.27mm) of effectively reduced, performance, as measured by insertion loss (2.5 dB) CMRR (> 30...

By the mid‐1990s, China had become world's largest producer (and exporter) of textiles and garments. It is widely believed that China's textile industry will be one biggest beneficiaries World Trade Organization (WTO) accession, thereby enabling Chinese firms to use foreign‐invested enterprises gain direct access overseas purchasing networks, helping boost clothing exports; however, most garment manufacturers have been in existence for only a relatively short period are small size. The made...

AS THE PROCESS OF ECONOMIC GLOBALISATION CONTINUES, there is a trend towards regional economic integration. By eliminating the barriers to trade between participant countries, integration encourages efficient allocation of production factors and more effective division labour, while also helping boost efficiency economy as whole enhancing social welfare. For countries seeking enhance their international competitiveness, efforts reduce level risk attached trading investment activity need be...