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Development of Simulator for Performance Test of Electric Power Steering of Light Weight Vehicle (경차용 전동조향장치의 성능평가를 위한 시뮬레이터의 개발)

  • Hahn, Chang-Su;Rhee, Meung-Ho;Park, Ho;Oh, Jae-Eung
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Mechanical Engineers A
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    • v.25 no.6
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    • pp.923-929
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    • 2001
  • Steering system is most important for vehicle in safety and driving feel. However, testing using real car to improve steering feel is often difficult in aspect to repeatability, safety and money. Repeatability in testing steering system is very important because steering feel for driver is variable according to the environment condition. And steering testing of vehicle is so dangerous that driver may not concentrate in testing. In this paper, the steering system simulator using front part of steering and suspension system was developed. We can test the electric power steering system for the light weight vehicle using this simulator cheap, safely and repeatably.

Design of All-SiC Lightweight Secondary and Tertiary Mirrors for Use in Spaceborne Telescopes

  • Bae, Jong-In;Lee, Haeng-Bok;Kim, Jeong-Won;Kim, Myung-Whun
    • Current Optics and Photonics
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    • v.6 no.1
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    • pp.60-68
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    • 2022
  • We report on the design of the secondary and the tertiary mirrors used in lightweight assemblies made entirely of silicon carbide (SiC). The essential design points are weight reduction within the acceptable deformation of the mirror surface by gravity release, temperature change, and vibration during or after space launch. To find a design that achieves the target requirements, we established finite element models for various candidate designs and subjected each one to wave front error analyses along gravity directions and in operation temperatures. We also calculated the natural frequencies of the candidate assemblies. Our study suggested that a triangular cell with bipod flexure support can satisfy the target weight within the requirements.

Detection of Mendelian and Parent-of-origin Quantitative Trait Loci in a Cross between Korean Native Pig and Landrace I. Growth and Body Composition Traits

  • Kim, E.H.;Choi, B.H.;Kim, K.S.;Lee, C.K.;Cho, B.W.;Kim, T.-H.;Kim, J.-J.
    • Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
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    • v.20 no.5
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    • pp.669-676
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    • 2007
  • This study was conducted to detect quantitative trait loci (QTL) affecting growth and body composition in an $F_2$ reference population of Korean native pig and Landrace crossbreds. The three-generation mapping population was generated with 411 progeny from 38 $F_2$ full-sib families, and 133 genetic markers were used to produce a sex-average map of the 18 autosomes. The data set was analyzed using least squares Mendelian and parent-of-origin interval-mapping models. Lack-of-fit tests between the models were used to characterize QTL for mode of expressions. A total of 8 (39) QTL were detected at the 5% genome (chromosome)-wise level for the 17 analyzed traits. Of the 47 QTL detected, 21 QTL were classified as Mendelian expressed, 13 QTL as paternally expressed, 6 QTL as maternally expressed, and 7 QTL as partially expressed. Of the detected QTL at 5% genome-wise level, two QTL had Mendelian mode of inheritance on SSC6 and SSC9 for backfat thickness and bone weight, respectively, two QTL were maternally expressed for leather weight and front leg weight on SSC6 and SSC12, respectively, one QTL was paternally expressed for birth weight on SSC4, and three QTL were partially expressed for hot carcass weight and rear leg weight on SSC6, and bone weight on SSC13. Many of the Mendelian QTL had a dominant (complete or overdominant) mode of gene action, and only a few of the QTL were primarily additive, which reflects that heterosis for growth is appreciable in a cross between Korean native pig and Landrace. Our results indicate that alternate breed alleles of growth and body composition QTL are segregating between the two breeds, which could be utilized for genetic improvement of growth via marker-assisted selection.

A technique for predicting the cutting points of fish for the target weight using AI machine vision

  • Jang, Yong-hun;Lee, Myung-sub
    • Journal of the Korea Society of Computer and Information
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    • v.27 no.4
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    • pp.27-36
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    • 2022
  • In this paper, to improve the conditions of the fish processing site, we propose a method to predict the cutting point of fish according to the target weight using AI machine vision. The proposed method performs image-based preprocessing by first photographing the top and front views of the input fish. Then, RANSAC(RANdom SAmple Consensus) is used to extract the fish contour line, and then 3D external information of the fish is obtained using 3D modeling. Next, machine learning is performed on the extracted three-dimensional feature information and measured weight information to generate a neural network model. Subsequently, the fish is cut at the cutting point predicted by the proposed technique, and then the weight of the cut piece is measured. We compared the measured weight with the target weight and evaluated the performance using evaluation methods such as MAE(Mean Absolute Error) and MRE(Mean Relative Error). The obtained results indicate that an average error rate of less than 3% was achieved in comparison to the target weight. The proposed technique is expected to contribute greatly to the development of the fishery industry in the future by being linked to the automation system.

A Study on Conceptual Structural Design for the Composite Wing of A Small Scale WIG Flight Vehicle (소형 WIG선의 복합재 주날개 구조 개념 설계에 관한 연구)

  • Kong, Chang-Duk;Park, Hyun-Bum;Kim, Ju-Il;Kang, Kuk-Jin;Park, Mi-Young
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society For Composite Materials Conference
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    • 2005.11a
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    • pp.179-184
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    • 2005
  • In the present study, conceptual design of the main wing for 20 seats WIG{wing in Ground Effect) flight vehicle, which will be a high speed maritime transportation system for the next generation, was performed. The high stiffness and strength Carbon-Epoxy material was used for the major structure and the skin-spar with a foam sandwich structural type was adopted for improvement of lightness and structural stability. As a design procedure for this study, firstly the design load was estimated with maximum flight load, and then flanges of the front and the rear spar from major bending load and the skin structure and the webs of the spars were preliminarily sized using the netting rules and the rule of mixture. In order to investigate the structural safety and stability, stress analysis was performed by Finite Element Codes such as NASTRAN/PA TRAN[6] and NISA II [7]. From the stress analysis results, it was confirmed that the upper skin structure between the front spar and rear spar was very unstable for the buckling. Therefore in order to solve this problem, a middle spar and the foam sandwich structure at the upper skin and the web were added. After design modification, even thought the designed wing weight was a little bit heavier than the target wing weight, the structural safety and stability of the final design feature was confirmed. Moreover, in order to fix the wing structure at the fuselage, the insert bolt type structure with six high strength bolts was adopted for easy assembly and removal.

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Studies on the Root System of Mulberry Tree at Slope. Land (경사지에 있어서의 상수의 근계에 관한 연구)

  • 김문협;임수호
    • Journal of Sericultural and Entomological Science
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    • v.8
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    • pp.1-9
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    • 1968
  • This experiment was carried on to investigate the root system of the half bench terracing mulberry field of 170cm wide at slope 1and. The results obtained are as follows; 1. Total root weight per nest in case of p1anting two sapling is from 2.4 to 2.8kg, of which most are over l0mm in diameter, 1-5mm intermediate, and below 1mm and 5-10mm fewest. Total root length. per nest is 177-255 meter except less than 1mm in diameter, of which 1-5mm is longest and over l0mm shortest. 2. From the view of vertical distribution of root, the weight and length of root (90%) are mostly concentrated 20cm below and then 20-40cm from the surface of land. 3. Most roots have grown right and left within 30cm from the mulberry stock. 4. Most roots have grown at 35-70cm block and 70-105cm block from front side of terrace, if further than this, roots have become fewer. Root distribution at front side is more considerable than that at rear side of terrace. 5. There was no significant difference among the mulberry varieties.

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The Comparison of Pedalling Performance to according to the Position of Shoe Cleat in Triathletes During Cycling (자전거 운동 중 클릿의 위치 변화에 따른 페달링 수행능력 비교)

  • PARK, Chan-Ho;CHOI, Bo-Kyung;HEO, Bo-Seob;KIM, Yong-Jae
    • Journal of Fisheries and Marine Sciences Education
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    • v.29 no.2
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    • pp.537-543
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    • 2017
  • The purpose of this research is to investigate the effects of different shoe-cleat position on pedalling performance. Four male elite triathletes(age: $22.00{\times}2.16years$, height: $175.12{\pm}8.06cm$, weight: $71.20{\pm}7.89kg$, body fat: $16.62{\pm}3.56%$) and three female elite triathletes(age: $20.00{\pm}1years$, height: $158.40{\pm}2.42cm$, weight: $51.30{\pm}3.89kg$, body fat: $19.26{\pm}2.28%$) participated in 10km time trial and 30sec time trial pedaling tests with the individual time trials based on different shoe-cleat position(cleat front: CF, cleat back: CB). The subjects performed one trial with each type of shoe-cleat position. Maximal power output and average speed were not significantly different during 30s time trial in CF compared with CB. Average power, RPM, and HR were not significantly different during 10k time trial in CF compared with CB. Split time in 1km, 5km, 9km were significantly reduced during 10k time trial in CB compared with CF. We conclude that there was performance advantage in CB using shoe-cleat back position in comparison with CF using shoe-cleat front position.

Effects of Center of Pressure on Muscle Activations and Joint Range of Motion of Lower Extremities during Squat

  • Yoon, Woo Ram;Park, Sang Heon;Jeong, Chan Hyeok;Park, Ji Ho;Yoon, Suk-Hoon
    • Korean Journal of Applied Biomechanics
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    • v.28 no.1
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    • pp.37-43
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    • 2018
  • Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze muscle activation of the lower extremities as a function of changes of the center of pressure (CoP) of the foot during squats in order to provide quantitative information to trainers who would like to teach correct movements for developing muscles. Method: Ten men with over three years of weight training experience participated in this study (age: $26.1{\pm}0.8yrs$, height: $171.2{\pm}3.9cm$, body mass: $71.1{\pm}5.7kg$, 60%RM: $84{\pm}9kg$, career: $4.0{\pm}0.7yrs$). The participants were instructed to perform a squat in each of 3 conditions, with different CoP's (the front, middle, and rear of the foot). Results: The position of the CoP showed significant differences according to instructions in both the eccentric and concentric contraction phases (p < .05). The range of movement of the hip and ankle joints showed significant differences corresponding to changes of the CoP position (p < .05). The rectus femoris and gluteus maximus muscle showed significant differences for different CoP positions only in the concentric contraction phase, while the gastrocnemius and anterior tibialis were significantly different in both the concentric and eccentric contraction phase (p < .05). Conclusion: When the target muscle of squat training is the gastrocnemius, the CoP should be located in the front of the foot for effective muscle training. When the target muscles of squat training are the gluteus maximus and quadriceps femoris, the CoP should be located on the rear of the foot.

The Movement of Foot and the Shift of Ground Reaction Force in Batters according to the Ball Speed Increase (투구 속도 증가에 따른 타자의 발 움직임과 지면 반력의 변화)

  • Lee, Young-Suk;Eun, Seon-Deok
    • Korean Journal of Applied Biomechanics
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    • v.14 no.3
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    • pp.191-202
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    • 2004
  • The batting performance in baseball is a repetitive movement. In order to make the stabilization of posture and the efficient shift of body weight, both the range of stance and stride are important. The previous studies explained that the consistent stride which included the amount of time, stance, and direction were needed. However, the batting performance is frequently changed according to the several speed of ball. Therefore, this study was to analyze the reaction time, the range of stance, the change of stride, and the change of GRF during the batting movement in three kinds of ball speed (120km/h, 130km/h, & 140km/h). Seven elite players are participated in this study. 1. The reaction time of the stride phase was short whereas the time of the swing phase was long according to the increasing ball speed. 2. The range of the stance was wide and the mediolateral direction of the stride was decreased according to the increasing ball speed. 3. In the three kinds of ball speed, the change of body weight was transferred to the center, the rear foot, and the front foot directions. The ball speed of 130km/h showed the high frequency of the suitable batting. At this ball speed, the movement of the body weight was shifted smoothly and the value of the Ground Reaction Force was large enough.

Design of a Composite Propeller Shaft with the Reduced Weights and Improved NVH (경량화 및 NVH 향상을 위한 복합재료 프로펠러 축의 설계)

  • Yoon, Hyung-Seok;Kim, Cheol;Moon, Myung-Soo;Oh, Sang-Yeob
    • Transactions of the Korean Society of Automotive Engineers
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    • v.11 no.1
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    • pp.151-159
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    • 2003
  • The front 2 pieces of the 3-piece steel propeller shaft installed on a 8.5-ton truck were redesigned with a 1 -piece composite propeller shaft with steel yokes and spline parts to get the reduction of weight and the improvement of NVH characteristics. Based on the analysis of bending vibration, strength and cure-induced residual stresses of the composite propeller shaft, proper composite materials and stacking sequences were selected. The composite propeller shaft requires a reliable joining method between the shaft and steel end parts through a steel connector. From 3-D contact stress analyses of the laminated composite shaft with bolted Joints, the 3-row mechanical joint which satisfies the torque transmission capability has been designed. Several full-scale composite shafts were fabricated and tested to verify the design analyses. The design requirements are shown to be satisfied. With the newly designed composite shaft, the weight reduction more than 50% and improvements in NVH characteristics have been achieved.