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Age-Related Ultrastructural Changes in Fat Body of Silkworm Adult, Bombyx mori (누에나방(Bombyx mori)성충의 생존시수에 따른 지방체 세포의 미세구조 변화)

  • 강필돈;류강선;손흥대
    • Korean journal of applied entomology
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    • v.38 no.2
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    • pp.129-138
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    • 1999
  • This study was carried out with two types of silkworm, Bombyx mori, adults having different life span: long life span (adult living for more than fifteen days; LLS), and short life span (adult living less for than five days; SLS). The fine structures of fat body cells in the young and the senescent males and females were compared in an attempt to elucidate the aging physiology of the silkworm adult. In SLS, there were many rough endoplasmic reticula (RER) and glycogen granules in the female cytoplasm, whereas the smooth endoplasmic reticula (SER) were observed in the male cytoplasm. Also in SLS, the mitochondria were swollen and had many poor osmiophillic inclusions (fatty degeneration) at three days after emergence. In LLS, compared to SLS, comparatively normal mitochondria and nuclear membrane were observed in even five day old female. In fifteen day old LLS female, however most of cell membranes were disappeared and mitochondria were abnormally expanded. Many fat granules were observed in the cytoplasm of ten day old male (LLS) which died with full autophagic vacuole (AV) collapsed at fifteen days. Therefore, it is suggested that SLS type is recommended for the study of aging tissue, because it is easier to monitor the changes in tissue structure.

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Wireless Bio-signal Monitoring System (무선 생체신호 모니터링 시스템)

  • Kim, Do-Kyoung;Lee, In-Kwang;Cha, Eun-Jong;Kim, Kyung-Ah
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • 2011.07a
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    • pp.2055-2056
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    • 2011
  • As rapid aging and high economic level, people are interested in their wellness. And it needs to examine the condition of their health constantly. Proposed device can measure bio-signal by connecting several measurement modules such as spirometric module, blood glucose measurement module, uro-flow measurement module and temperature measurement module. These modules can be chosen as occasion demands. In addition, developed user program enables patients to monitor bio-signal at their own place via the personal computer.

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A Study on the Failure Behavior of Carbon Fiber Sheet Reinforced Mortar Using Acoustic Emission Technique (AE를 이용한 탄소섬유시트 강화 모르타르의 파괴거동에 관한 연구)

  • 이진경;이준현;장일영
    • Journal of the Korea Concrete Institute
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    • v.12 no.3
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    • pp.67-75
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    • 2000
  • It was well recognized that the damages associated mainly with the aging of civil infrastructures were one of very serious problems for assurance of safety and reliability. Recently carbon fiber sheet(CFS) has been widely used for reinforcement and rehabilitation of damaged concrete beam. However, the fundamental mechanism of load transfer and its load-resistant for carbon fiber sheet reinforced concrete are not fully understood. In this study, three point bending test has been carried out to understand the damage progress and the micro-failure mechanism of CFS reinforced mortars. For this purpose, four different types of specimens are used, that is, mortar, steel bar reinforced mortar, CFS reinforced mortar, and steel bar and CFS reinforced morter. Acoustic Emission(AE) technique was used to evaluate the characteristics of damage progress and the failure mechanism of specimens. in addition, two-dimensional AE source location was also performed to monitor crack initiation and propagation processes for these specimens.

A Comparision of the Limits of Stability Associated with Aging (자세조절에 영향을 주는 연령대별 균형 안정성 한계에 관한 비교)

  • Jeong Dong-Hoon;Kwon Hyuk-Cheol
    • The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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    • v.11 no.2
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    • pp.139-147
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    • 1999
  • The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare the limits of stability(LOS) data obtained from aged 20 to 69 years. In addition, this study was carried out to know correlation between age and LOS. 150 adults without neurosurgical and orthopedic disability from 20 to 69 years of age participared in this study. The LOS was measured at Two Feet Forceplate with BPM(Balance Performance Monitor) Dataprint Software Version 5.3. In this study applied the independent t-test, one-way ANOVA, and correlation analysis to determine the statistical significance of results at 0.05 level of significance. The results of this study were as follows: 1. The anteroposterior LOS significantly differented from 40 age group to 60 age group. 2. The mediolateral LOS significantly differencted from 50 age group to 60 age group. 3. There were statistically significant differences in anteroposterior LOS according to age increasing.

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A Study of Need for Medication Education and Efficient Policies for Elderly Patients in an Aging Society (고령화에 따른 노인환자의 복약지도 필요성과 활성화 방안 연구)

  • Kim, Kui-Sook;Song, Hyun-Ju;Sohn, Uy-Dong
    • YAKHAK HOEJI
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    • v.51 no.5
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    • pp.318-326
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    • 2007
  • The elderly are more likely to have chronic medical conditions that require multiple drug therapies. Purposes of this study are to reveal necessity of elderly patient education by pharmacists, and to induce appropriate policy. We carried out literature research. Taking several drugs together increases risk of drug interactions and adverse reactions. We suggest that pharmacists have the legal authority to monitor prescription for efficient drug management, pharmacovigilance system be efficiently operated, and medication education fee be provided to allow pharmacists give more time to the elderly.

ERROR ANALYSIS FOR GOCI RADIOMETRIC CALIBRATION

  • Kang, Gm-Sil;Youn, Heong-Sik
    • Proceedings of the KSRS Conference
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    • 2007.10a
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    • pp.187-190
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    • 2007
  • The Geostationary Ocean Color Imager (GOCI) is under development to provide a monitoring of ocean-color around the Korean Peninsula from geostationary platforms. It is planned to be loaded on Communication, Ocean, and Meteorological Satellite (COMS) of Korea. The GOCI has been designed to provide multi-spectral data to detect, monitor, quantify, and predict short term changes of coastal ocean environment for marine science research and application purpose. The target area of GOCI observation covers sea area around the Korean Peninsula. Based on the nonlinear radiometric model, the GOCI calibration method has been derived. The nonlinear radiometric model for GOCI will be validated through ground test. The GOCI radiometric calibration is based on on-board calibration devices; solar diffuser, DAMD (Diffuser Aging Monitoring Device). In this paper, the GOCI radiometric error propagation is analyzed. The radiometric model error due to the dark current nonlinearity is analyzed as a systematic error. Also the offset correction error due to gain/offset instability is considered. The radiometric accuracy depends mainly on the ground characterization accuracies of solar diffuser and DAMD.

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A Study on the Korean Air Force Pilot's Daily Activities (대한민국 공군 조종사의 일일 활동량에 관한 연구)

  • Lim, Jeongku
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Aviation and Aeronautics
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    • v.21 no.3
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    • pp.15-20
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    • 2013
  • Pilots' fatigue is one of the most serious threat to flying safety. Fatigue is influenced by many factors like sleep deprivation, daily activities, aging, stress, etc. This study was designed to investigate military pilots' daily activities. 20 pilots' daily activity was monitored by activity monitor, Fitbit(R), and the survey about sleep time and flight time was conducted. They placed Fitbit(R) on their waist for 5 days. During flight, they removed Fitbit(R) that had been used for checking their steps and walking distances. It was found that the average sleep time is 6.7 hours for fighter pilots. It was a little shorter than average sleep time for adults, 8 hours. Average steps per day was 6,838 which is more than sedentary worker's but less than active worker's. Their daily activities were not as high as we had expected. But their sleep time was very short. Flight surgeons should recommend them to take a rest and get sleep during rest period.

Using Lamb Waves to Monitor Moisture Absorption in Thermally Fatigued Composite Laminates

  • Lee, Jaesun;Cho, Younho
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Nondestructive Testing
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    • v.36 no.3
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    • pp.175-180
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    • 2016
  • Nondestructive evaluation for material health monitoring is important in aerospace industries. Composite laminates are exposed to heat cyclic loading and humid environment depending on flight conditions. Cyclic heat loading and moisture absorption may lead to material degradation such as matrix breaking, debonding, and delamination. In this paper, the moisture absorption ratio was investigated by measuring the Lamb wave velocity. The composite laminates were manufactured and subjected to different thermal aging cycles and moisture absorption. For various conditions of these cycles, not only changes in weight and also ultrasonic wave velocity were measured, and the Lamb wave velocity at various levels of moisture on a carbon-epoxy plate was investigated. Results from the experiment show a linear correlation between moisture absorption ratio and Lamb wave velocity at different thermal fatigue stages. The presented method can be applied as an alternative solution in the online monitoring of composite laminate moisture levels in commercial flights.

Designing Smart Sportswear to Support the Prevention of Sports Injuries in Badminton Club Activities (배드민턴 동호회의 스포츠 상해 예방을 지원하는 스마트의류 디자인 제안)

  • Kim, Shin-Hye;Lee, Joo-Hyeon
    • Science of Emotion and Sensibility
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    • v.23 no.3
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    • pp.37-46
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    • 2020
  • This study was aimed at investigating the activities of a badminton club and designing smart wear to prevent sports injuries during badminton club activities. Everyone is familiar with sports in an aging society and clubs are gradually developing. Popular badminton club activities lead to frequent sports injuries, especially ankle injuries, which are a serious problem that hampers members' participation in sports. Therefore, this study aims to propose a prototype design for smart wear to prevent sports injuries, including ankle injuries. First, we identified the characteristics and considerations of members of badminton clubs, and the components of smart wear to prevent sports injuries. Second, members of the badminton clubs and an elite badminton player participated in a survey on the issues and requirements associated with wearing smart wear. Third, usage scenarios for smart wear were created based on literature reviews and the user assessment lists. Fourth, a prototype of the smart wear to prevent sports injuries including ankle injuries was created based on the scenarios. With the proposed smart wear, members of badminton clubs who may require assistance with sports injuries will be able to monitor said injuries, as well as their health condition, as avatars in visual games through a smart terminal. The visual game system will provide easier access to information about sports injuries and health. This smart sportswear will allow members of badminton clubs to prevent sports injuries and review their performance. This study can be utilized to design smart wear to prevent sports injuries and monitor sporting activities or bio-signals.

Physicochemical Changes of Vinegars Obtained from Bamboo and Wood during Long Term Aging (장기간 숙성에 따른 죽초 및 목초액의 이화학적 변화)

  • Ku, Chang-Sub;Mun, Sung-Phil;Park, Sang-Bum;Kwon, Su-Duk
    • Journal of the Korean Wood Science and Technology
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    • v.30 no.4
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    • pp.74-79
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    • 2002
  • Three different kinds of the crude vinegars obtained from oak(Quercus serrata), bamboo(Phyllostachys pubescens) and pine(Pinus densiflora) species were stored for approximately one year and periodically analyzed to monitor their physicochemical changes. Small changes in physical properties, such as the pH, specific gravity and amount of organic acids as well as water-soluble tar were observed in the entire course of aging period. However, the color difference of the vinegars showed a remarkable change between 7 and 10 months. In addition, these vinegars' colors changed from light yellowish orange to much deeper purple and orange during this period. The amount of organic acids and neutral compounds(dihydro-2(3H)-furanone, furfural, furfuryl alcohol, 2-hydroxy-1-methyl-1-cyclopenten-3-one, 1-hydroxy-2-propanone and methanol) in the vinegars increased or decreased periodically every three months. A good linear relationship (correlation coefficient of ca. 0.92) was obtained between the amount of organic acids and the amount of neutral compounds in such changes. However, although the amount of phenols increased or decreased periodically, its amount was decreased over the entire aging.