• Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology
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• 제11권4호
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• pp.939-942
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• 2016

One of the most important characteristic curves of a solar cell is its current density-voltage (J-V) curve under AM1.5G insolation. Solar cell can be considered as a semiconductor diode, so a diode equivalent model was used to estimate its parameters from the J-V curve by numerical simulation. Active layer plays an important role in operation of a solar cell. We investigated the effect thicknesses and defect densities (N_d) of the active layer on the J-V curve. When the active layer thickness was varied (for N_d = 8×10¹⁷ cm^-3) from 800 nm to 100 nm, the reverse saturation current density (J_o) changed from 3.56×10^-5 A/cm² to 9.62×10^-11 A/cm² and its ideality factor (n) changed from 5.28 to 2.02. For a reduced defect density (N_d = 4×10¹⁵ cm^-3), the n remained within 1.45≤n≤1.92 for the same thickness range. A small increase in shunt resistance and almost no change in series resistance were observed in these cells. The low reverse saturation current density (J_o = 9.62×10^-11 A/cm²) and diode ideality factor (n = 2.02 or 1.45) were observed for amorphous silicon based solar cell with 100 nm thick active layer.

• 한국정밀공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국정밀공학회 2004년도 추계학술대회 논문집
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• pp.1491-1495
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• 2004

In this paper, resonant ultrasound spectroscopy(RUS) was used to determine the natural frequency of a spherical and a aspherical lens. The objective of the paper is to evaluate defect and shape error by using nondestructive evaluation method with Resonant Ultrasound Spectroscopy(RUS). The principle of RUS is that the mechanical resonant frequency of the materials depends on density, and the coefficient of elasticity. We evaluated existence of flaws through comparison with resonant frequency of a spherical and a aspherical lens. The spherical glass lenses were made of BK-7 glass, one's diameter in 2mm and 5mm. The polished spherical glass lenses had no deflection or a deflection below 2.0${\mu}{\textrm}{m}$. Also, The aspherical lens were made of same material and ones diameter in 7mm and thickness in 3.4mm. In the experiment, we were performed to investigate relationship between frequency measuring parameter($\beta$) and mass of each specimens. The difference between resonant frequency and mode of aspherical glass lens which has no defect was distinguished from aspherical glass lens which has some defects.

• Journal of Chest Surgery
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• 제17권4호
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• pp.729-734
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• 1984

Bochdalek hernia is a type of congenital diaphragmatic defect in the posterolateral portion of the diaphragm. The defect is usually Lt. sided due to protective effect of liver on right. Sex distribution is male preponderance [2:1] and it is diagnosed during neonate, mostly first 24 hours, due to severe respiratory distress. We experienced a rare case of old aged female patient with congenital Bochdalek hernia on Rt. side which was found incidentally during treatment of spontaneous pneumothorax of Rt. side. 17 year old female patient was admitted to CS department for chest discomfort on right and mild dyspnea with duration of 20 days. Under the diagnosis of spontaneous pneumothorax, Rt. closed thoracostomy and underwater sealed drainage with continuous suction was applied. On follow-up chest x-ray, poorly defined hazy increased density with multiple air-fluid levels in Rt. lower lung field and Lt. subphrenic free air were noted. So, Barium enema was done under the impression of Rt. diaphragmatic hernia, and nearly entire colon proximal to sigmoid was demonstrated in the Rt. hemithorax. Operation was done-for surgical repair of defected diaphragm through Rt. posterolateral thoracotomy. Operative findings were as follows; 1.Hypoplastic Rt. lung, esp. RML & RLL. 2.Nearly entirely intestines were herniated. 3.Diaphragmatic defect was located on posterolateral portion of the diaphragm, about 10x3cm in size with blunt smooth margin. 4.A large bleb on apex of RUL of lung. Herniated intestines were repaired into abdominal cavity manually and defect of diaphragm was repaired with No. I black silk interrupted sutures directly, and bleb was resected. Postoperative courses were uneventful and the patient was discharged with good condition on POD 14th.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제46권1호
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• pp.39-45
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• 2016

The incidental finding of an enlarged mastoid foramen on the right posterior mastoid region of temporal bone is reported, together with a discussion of its clinical significance. A 67-year-old female underwent the pre-implant assessment of a maxillary left edentulous region. A cone-beam computed tomographic (CBCT) image was acquired and referred for consultation. Axial CBCT slices revealed a unilateral, well-defined, noncorticated, low-attenuation, transosseous defect posterior to the mastoid air cells in the right temporal bone. The borders of the osseous defect were smooth and continuous. No other radiographic signs suggestive of erosion or sclerosis were noted in the vicinity. The density within the defect was homogenous and consistent with a foramen and/or soft tissue. The patient's history and physical examination revealed no significant medical issues, and she was referred to a neuroradiologist for a second opinion. The diagnosis of an enlarged mastoid foramen was made and the patient was reassured.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제55권1호
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• pp.209-214
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• 2023

The effect of thermal annealing on defect recovery of in-core neutron-irradiated 4H-SiC was investigated. Au/SiC Schottky diodes were manufactured using a 4H-SiC epitaxial wafer that was neutron-irradiated at the HANARO research reactor. The electrical characteristics of their epitaxial layers were analyzed under various conditions, including different neutron fluences (1.3 × 10¹⁷ and 2.7 × 10¹⁷ neutrons/cm²) and annealing times (up to 2 h at 1700 ℃). Capacity-voltage measurements showed high carrier compensation in the neutron-irradiated samples and a recovery tendency that increased with annealing time. The carrier density could be recovered up to 77% of the bare sample. Deep-level-transient spectroscopy revealed intrinsic defects of 4H-SiC with energy levels 0.47 and 0.68 eV below the conduction-band edge, which were significantly increased by in-core neutron irradiation. A previously unknown defect with a high electron-capture cross-section was discovered at 0.36 eV below the conduction-band edge. All defect concentrations decreased with 1700 ℃ annealing; the decrease was faster when the defect level was shallow.

• 한국세라믹학회지
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• 제36권9호
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• pp.954-964
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• 1999

The effect of fabrication variables and microstructures on the compressive strength of open cell alumina zirconia and silicon nitride ceramics fabricated by polymeric sponge method was investigated. Bulk density and compressive strength of open cell ceramics were mainly affected by coating characteristics of ceramic slurry on polymeric sponge that controlled a shape thickness and defect of the struts. Sintering temperature was optimized for enhancement of strut strength and compressive strength of open cell ceramics. Relative density and compressive strength behaviors were relatively well matched with the predicted values. Open cell ceramics of lower relative density below 0.1 prepared by first relatively well matched with the predicted values. Open cell ceramics of lower relative density below 0.1 prepared by first coating of ceramic slurry had thin triangular prismatic struts that were often broken or longitudinally cracked. With an application of second coating of slurry shape of struts was transformed into thickner cylindrical one and defects in struts were healed but the relative density increased over 0.2 Open cell zirconia had both the highest bulk density and compressive strength and alumina had the lowest compressive strength while silicon nitrides showed relatively high compressive strength and the lowest density. Based upon the analysis open cell silicon nitride was expected to be one of potential structural ceramics with light weight.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제45권2호
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• pp.97-107
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• 2019

Objectives: Small animal maxillofacial models, such as non-segmental critical size defects (CSDs) in the rabbit mandible, need to be standardized for use as preclinical models of bone regeneration to mimic clinical conditions such as maxillofacial trauma. The objective of this study is the establishment of a mechanically competent CSD model in the rabbit mandible to allow standardized evaluation of bone regeneration therapies. Materials and Methods: Three sizes of bony defect were generated in the mandibular body of rabbit hemi-mandibles: $12mm{\times}5mm$, $12mm{\times}8mm$, and $15mm{\times}10mm$. The hemi-mandibles were tested to failure in 3-point flexure. The $12mm{\times}5mm$ defect was then chosen for the defect size created in the mandibles of 26 rabbits with or without cautery of the defect margins and bone regeneration was assessed after 6 and 12 weeks. Regenerated bone density and volume were evaluated using radiography, micro-computed tomography, and histology. Results: Flexural strength of the $12mm{\times}5mm$ defect was similar to its contralateral; whereas the $12mm{\times}8mm$ and $15mm{\times}10mm$ groups carried significantly less load than their respective contralaterals (P<0.05). This demonstrated that the $12mm{\times}5mm$ defect did not significantly compromise mandibular mechanical integrity. Significantly less (P<0.05) bone was regenerated at 6 weeks in cauterized defect margins compared to controls without cautery. After 12 weeks, the bone volume of the group with cautery increased to that of the control without cautery after 6 weeks. Conclusion: An empty defect size of $12mm{\times}5mm$ in the rabbit mandibular model maintains sufficient mechanical stability to not require additional stabilization. However, this defect size allows for bone regeneration across the defect. Cautery of the defect only delays regeneration by 6 weeks suggesting that the performance of bone graft materials in mandibular defects of this size should be considered with caution.

• 한국결정성장학회지
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.29-35
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• 1998

고품질의 6H-SiC 단결정을 성장하기 위하여 기판, 원료 및 성장에 사용되는 도가니에 대한 고순도 처리공정을 통하여 고순도화하여 결정성장을 시행하였다. 특히, 원료에 대해서는 순화처리전후의 XRD 분석을 행하여 고순도화된 원료의 상태를 확인하였다. 성장된 6H-SiC 단결정의 크기는 직경이 33mm, 길이는 11mm이었고, 기판으로의 사용 및 내부결함에 대한 관찰을 위하여 결정을 절단 및 연마하여 직경 33mm, 두께 0.5mm인 wafer를 제작하였으며, 광학현미경 및 Raman 분석을 이용하여 순화공정을 통해 제작된 wafer의 내부결함밀도 및 결정성을 측정하였다. 분석결과, micropipe 및 planar defect의 밀도는 각각 100개/$\textrm{cm}^2$, 30개/$\textrm{cm}^2$으로 순화처리를 통한 내부결함의 감소로 인해 고품질의 6H-SiC 단결정의 성장이 가능하였다

• 한국멀티미디어학회논문지
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• 제7권4호
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• pp.451-458
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• 2004

육안에 의한 피혁의 등급 판정 과정은 장시간 시 피로에 의한 일관성 결여로 인해 판정 결과에 대한 신뢰성을 주지 못한다. 따라서 피혁의 품질을 결정하기 위한 객관적인 지표와 이를 기준으로 등급 판정 과정의 자동화가 필요하다. 본 논문에서 적용된 피혁 자동 선별 시스템은 피혁에 대한 정보를 취 득하는 과정과 이들로부터 등급을 판정하는 과정으로 구성된다. 피혁의 품질은 조밀도와 결함의 종류 및 분포도와 같은 피혁의 특성에 의해 결정된다. 본 논문에서는 디지털 카메라에 의해 획득된 흑백 영상으로부터 피혁의 조밀도 및 결함을 추출하여 피혁의 등급을 판정하는 알고리즘을 제안한다. 조밀도는 퓨리에 스펙트럼이 존재하는 영역의 넓이 및 가로, 세로 비율로서 계산된다. 그리고 결함은 전처리 과정을 거친 영상으로부터 검색 윈도우를 사용하여 윈도우에 해당하는 픽셀들의 히스토그램 분포의 특징에 의해서 검출된다. 피혁 전체에 대한 특성들은 피혁의 등급을 판정하는 지표로 사용되며 다른 분야에서의 인간의 시각 검사를 대체 할 수 있으리라 판단된다.

• 한국정보통신학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국해양정보통신학회 2001년도 추계종합학술대회
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• pp.363-366
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• 2001

현재 육안에 의한 피혁의 등급 판정 과정은 장시간 시 피로에 의한 일관성 결여로 인해 판정 결과에 대한 신뢰성을 주지 못한다. 따라서 피혁의 품질을 결정하기 위한 객관적인 지표와 이를 기준으로 등급 판정 과정의 자동화가 필요하다. 본 논문에서 적용된 피혁 자동 선별 시스템은 피혁에 대한 정보를 취득하는 과정과 이들 정보로부터 등급을 판정하는 과정으로 구성된다. 피혁의 품질은 조밀도와 결함의 종류 및 분포도와 같은 피혁 정보에 의해 결정된다. 본 논문에서는 디지털 카메라에 의해 획득된 흑백 영상으로부터 피혁의 조밀도 및 결함에 대한 정보를 추출하는 알고리즘을 제안한다. 조밀도에 대한 정보는 원 영상을 주파수 영역으로 변환한 후 나타나는 퓨리에 스펙트럼 분포의 특징 값들에 의해서 추출된다. 그리고 결함에 대한 정보는 전처리 과정을 거친 영상으로부터 경계선 검출 후 검색 윈도우를 사용하여 윈도우에 해당하는 픽셀들의 통계적 수치에 의해서 검출된다. 피혁 전체에 대한 정보들은 피혁의 등급을 판정하는 지표로 사용되며 실제 머신 비젼 시스템에 적용된다.