• Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
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• 제24권1호
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• pp.53-62
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• 2021

Gindai (Pristipomoides zonatus) is one of six snappers in a management complex called the Deep 7 of the Hawaiian Islands. Little is known about its life history and a preliminary analysis of otolith thin sections indicated the species may exhibit moderate growth with a lifespan approaching 40 years. Preliminary age estimates from the previous study were reinvestigated using the same otolith sections in an attempt to validate those ages with bomb radiocarbon (¹⁴C) dating. From the misalignment of birth years for the otolith ¹⁴C measurements with regional references - the post-peak bomb ¹⁴C decline period - it was concluded that previous ages were inflated from overcounting of the earliest growth zone structure in otolith sections. The oldest gindai was re-aged to 26 years once the age reading was adjusted for early overcounting, 13 years younger than the original estimate of 39 years for this fish. In general, the earliest otolith growth of gindai was massive and complicated by numerous subannual checks. The approach of lumping the early growth structures was supported by the alignment of ¹⁴C measurements from otolith core material (first year of growth). The result was greater consistency of calculated birthdates with the ¹⁴C decline reference, along with minor offsets that may indicate age estimation was imprecise by a few years for some individuals. The revised von Bertalanffy growth function applied to the validated age-at-length estimates revealed more rapid growth (k = 0.378 cf. 0.113) and a lifespan of approximately 30 years. The findings presented here are a case study of how the bomb ¹⁴C decline period can be used as a tool in the refinement of age reading protocols.

• 항공우주시스템공학회지
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• 제16권4호
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• pp.53-59
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• 2022

액체 로켓 엔진의 연소기, 터보펌프, 가스발생기, 밸브 등 주요 구성품 조립 부위에는 고압의 고온 가스와 극저온 유체의 기밀을 위해 스태틱 실이 사용된다. 스태틱 실은 조립 부위의 상대적 움직임이 없는 기밀 부위에 적용되는데, 극저온 및 고온 환경에서의 열팽창과 수축은 조립부에서 원치 않는 누설을 야기할 수 있기에 효과적인 스태틱 실 설계가 필수적이다. 조립성 개선을 위하여 비정렬 조립이 가능한 구면 플랜지가 체결부에 사용되는데, 구면 플랜지의 회전이 가능하도록 스태틱 실 역시 기능이 추가된 다. 본 연구에서는 스태틱 실 적용 주요 부위의 모사 플랜지 시험기를 제작하여 구조 해석과 함께 기밀시험을 수행하여 설계된 스태틱 실의 구조 건전성을 확인하였다.

• Tribology and Lubricants
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• 제39권1호
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• pp.1-7
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• 2023

Fluid pumps in chemical processes are typically driven by electric motors. Even if the motor is separated from the pump with seals, wear resulting from friction and misalignment can lead to leakage of chemical fluid, causing corrosion in the bearing supporting the motor, and, eventually, failure of the motor. It is thus a standard procedure to replace bearings at regular intervals. In this article, we propose 3D-printed plastic ball bearings for use as an alternative to commercial stainless-steel ball bearings. The plastic bearings are easy to manufacture, require less time to replace, and are chemically resistant. To validate the applicability of the plastic bearings, we first conducted chemical resistance tests. Bearings were immersed in 30 caustic acid and 30 nitric acid for 30 min and 24 h, respectively. The test results showed no corrosive damage to the bearings. A test rig was set up to compare the performance of the plastic bearings with that of the commercially equivalent deep-groove ball bearings. Loading test results showed that the plastic bearings performed as well as the commercial bearing in terms of vibration level and load-handling capability. Finally, a plastic bearing was subjected to a clean-in-place process for three months. It actually outperformed the commercial bearing in terms of chemical resistance. Thus, 3D-printed plastic bearings are a viable alternative to stainless-steel ball bearings.

• 대한의용생체공학회:의공학회지
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• 제44권2호
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• pp.125-138
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• 2023

The development of AI systems for radiation therapy is important to improve the accuracy, effectiveness, and safety of cancer treatment. The current system has the disadvantage of monitoring patients using CCTV, which can cause errors and mistakes in the treatment process, which can lead to misalignment of radiation. Developed the PMRP system, an AI automation system that uses depth cameras to measure patient's fine movements, segment patient's body into parts, align Z values of depth cameras with Z values, and transmit measured feedback to positioning devices in real time, monitoring errors and treatments. The need for such a system began because the CCTV visual monitoring system could not detect fine movements, Z-direction movements, and body part movements, hindering improvement of radiation therapy performance and increasing the risk of side effects in normal tissues. This study could provide the development of a field of radiotherapy that lags in many parts of the world, along with the economic and social importance of developing an independent platform for radiotherapy devices. This study verified its effectiveness and efficiency with data through phantom experiments, and future studies aim to help improve treatment performance by improving the posture correction mechanism and correcting left and right up and down movements in real time.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제55권8호
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• pp.2941-2951
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• 2023

The optimal minimum ECCD power is evaluated numerically for completely suppressing the 3/2 and 2/1 NTMs in the CFETR hybrid scenario. For two typical frequencies of ECCD sources launching from two upper launcher (UL) ports, f_ec = 210 GHz and 240 GHz with O1-mode, UL₁: (R_i, Z_i) = (8.47, 5.7) m and UL₂: (R_i, Z_i) = (8.2, 4.5) m, higher frequency of ECCD source launching from the UL₂ port is better than that low frequency counterpart from the UL₁ port. Using 240 GHz ECCD source launching from the UL₂ port, the minimum power required to fully suppress the two NTMs with precise ECCD alignment is 12.4 MW and 16.7 MW, respectively. When good alignment cannot be achieved, the results suggest that the misalignment should not exceed 0.02α, preferably 0.015α, corresponding to 4.4 cm and 3.3 cm. Considering engineering difficulty of high-frequency gyrotron sources, the optimal minimum ECCD power with the 210 GHz source launching from the UL₂ port is 17.9 MW and 20.6 MW for completely suppressing the 3/2 and 2/1 NTMs, respectively. In view of this, it is a good choice to select the 210 GHz ECCD source launching from the UL₂ port in the short and medium term.

• 천문학회보
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• 제44권2호
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• pp.61.3-61.3
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• 2019

석씨성경과 천상열차분야지도 도설에 있는 이십팔수 거성들의 좌푯값을 측정한 연도를 두 가지 방법을 써서 추정하였다. 이 두 표에 있는 좌푯값들은 자오선 관측 기기를 가지고 측정한 것으로 생각된다. 그래서 이 값들에는 기기 회전축이 어긋나서 생기는 오차와 랜덤 오차가 들어 잇다. 우리는 푸리에 방법을 받아들이고, 또한 최소자승법을 새로 고안하였다. 우리는 관측 연돗값의 분산을 구하기 위해 부트스트랩 리샘플링을 시행하였다. 그 결과, 우리는 두 성표가 모두 기원전 1세기 즉 전한 후기에 만들어졌다는 사실을 알 수 있었다. 석씨성경의 관측 연도가 천상열차분야에 들어 있는 좌푯값보다 약 15-20년 정도 앞선 것으로 보인다. 그러나 그 두 연돗값의 분산이 너무 커서 석씨성경은 기원전 77년 무렵에, 또한 천상열차분야지도의 성표는 기원전 52년에 측정된 것이라는 추정은 확인할 수 없었다. 자료 개수가 더 있거나 또는 측정 오차가 절반 정도라면 검증을 통해 결정을 할 수 있을 것이다. 이러한 점에 비추어 우리는 석씨성경에 수록되어 있는 120개의 별들의 좌표 등에 관해 논의해볼 것이다.

• 천문학회지
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• 제55권1호
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• pp.11-22
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• 2022

We introduce the Transformable Reflective Telescope (TRT) kit that applies an aluminum profile as a base plate for precise, stable, and lightweight optical system. It has been utilized for optical surface measurements, developing alignment and baffle systems, observing celestial objects, and various educational purposes through Research & Education projects. We upgraded the TRT kit using the aluminum profile and truss and isogrid structures for a high-end optical test device that can be used for prototyping of precision telescopes or satellite optical systems. Thanks to the substantial aluminum profile and lightweight design, mechanical deformation by self-weight is reduced to maximum 67.5 ㎛, which is an acceptable misalignment error compared to its tolerance limits. From the analysis results of non-linear vibration simulations, we have verified that the kit survives in harsh vibration environments. The primary mirror and secondary mirror modules are precisely aligned within 50 ㎛ positioning error using the high accuracy surface finished aluminum profile and optomechanical parts. The cross laser module helps to align the secondary mirror to fine-tune the optical system. The TRT kit with the precision aluminum mirror guarantees high quality optical performance of 5.53 ㎛ Full Width at Half Maximum (FWHM) at the field center.

• Tribology and Lubricants
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• 제39권5호
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• pp.183-189
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• 2023

A bearing is a mechanical component that transmits rotation and supports loads. According to the type of rotating mechanism, bearings are categorized into ball bearings and tapered roller bearings. Tapered roller bearings have higher load-bearing capabilities than ball bearings. They are used in applications where high loads need to be supported, such as wheel bearings for commercial vehicles and trucks, aircraft and high-speed trains, and heavy-duty spindles for heavy machinery. In recent times, the demand for reducing the driving friction torque in automobiles has been increasing owing to the CO₂ emission regulations and fuel efficiency requirements. Accordingly, the research on the driving friction torque of bearings has become more essential. Researchers have conducted various studies on the lubrication, friction, and contact in tapered roller bearings. Although researchers have conducted numerous studies on the friction in the lips and on roller misalignment and skew, studies considering the influence of roller shape, specifically roller shape errors including lips, are few. This study investigates the driving friction torque of tapered roller bearings considering roller geometric uncertainties. Initially, the study calculates the driving friction torque of tapered roller bearings when subjected to axial loads and compares it with experimental results. Additionally, it performs Monte Carlo simulations to evaluate the influence of roller geometric uncertainties (i.e., the effects of roller geometric deviations) on the driving friction torque of the bearings. It then analyzes the results of these simulations.

• 한국지반환경공학회 논문집
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• 제24권12호
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• pp.39-45
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• 2023

본 논문에서는 3차원 수치해석을 통해 철도 노반에 인접한 굴착공사 시 궤도의 틀림을 분석하였다. 철도 노반에 인접한 굴착 공사는 열차 주행에 영향을 미칠 가능성이 높아 공사 시 인접 구조물의 안정성 및 영향성 검토를 필수로 수행하고 있지만, 그럼에도 불구하고 공사에 따른 침하 및 궤도틀림이 지속적으로 보고되고 있다. 굴착공사로 인한 지하수위, 지반의 응력 상태 변화 등은 인접 굴착 공사에 따른 구조물의 침하와 궤도틀림의 원인으로 지적되고 있다. 따라서, 본 연구에서는 인접 굴착 공사 시 궤도 틀림을 유발하는 인자를 변수로 고려하여 수치해석을 수행하였으며 운행 열차를 모사하기 위해 KRL-2012 표준 열차하중을 적용하였다. 분석 결과, 열차하중의 위치, 굴착지점과의 거리가 궤도틀림에 큰 영향을 미치는 것으로 나타났으며, 열차 하중이 작용할 때 궤도 틀림이 크게 발생하는 것으로 나타났다. 지하수위의 영향은 크지 않은 것으로 나타났다.

• 정보처리학회 논문지
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• 제13권3호
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• pp.130-139
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• 2024

제조 분야 설비 예지보전을 위해서 진동, 전류, 온도 등 물리 데이터를 기반으로 설비 이상을 탐지하는 인공지능 학습 모델이 활용되고 있다. 설비 결함, 고장 등 설비 이상 유형은 매우 다양하므로, 주로 오토인코더 기반 비지도 학습 모델을 이용한 이상 탐지 방법이 적용되고 있다. 설비 상태의 정상, 비정상 여부는 오토인코더의 재구성 오차를 이용해 효과적으로 분류할 수 있지만, 설비 이상의 구체적인 상태를 식별하는 데 한계가 있다. 설비 불균형, 정렬 불량, 고정 불량 등 설비 이상 상황 발생 시, 설비 진동 주파수는 특정 영역에서 정상 상태와 다른 패턴을 나타낸다. 본 논문에서는 전체 진동 주파수 범위를 N개 영역으로 나누어 이상 탐지를 수행하는 N 분할 이상 탐지 방법을 제시하였다. 압축기의 진동 데이터를 이용해 주파수와 강도를 달리한 9종의 이상 데이터를 대상으로 실험한 결과, N 분할을 적용하였을 때 더 높은 이상 탐지 성능을 나타냈다. 제안 방법은 설비 이상 탐지 이후, 설비 이상 구체화에 활용될 수 있다.