• 제목/요약/키워드: Natural Environment Investigation

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An investigation into the influence of thermal loading and surface effects on mechanical characteristics of nanotubes

  • Ebrahimi, Farzad;Shaghaghi, Gholam Reza;Boreiry, Mahya
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • 제57권1호
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    • pp.179-200
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    • 2016
  • In this paper the differential transformation method (DTM) is utilized for vibration and buckling analysis of nanotubes in thermal environment while considering the coupled surface and nonlocal effects. The Eringen's nonlocal elasticity theory takes into account the effect of small size while the Gurtin-Murdoch model is used to incorporate the surface effects (SE). The derived governing differential equations are solved by DTM which demonstrated to have high precision and computational efficiency in the vibration analysis of nanobeams. The detailed mathematical derivations are presented and numerical investigations are performed while the emphasis is placed on investigating the effect of thermal loading, small scale and surface effects, mode number, thickness ratio and boundary conditions on the normalized natural frequencies and critical buckling loads of the nanobeams in detail. The results show that the surface effects lead to an increase in natural frequency and critical buckling load of nanotubes. It is explicitly shown that the vibration and buckling of a nanotube is significantly influenced by these effects and the influence of thermal loadings and nonlocal effects are minimal.

Spectral element method in the analysis of vibrations of overhead transmission line in damping environment

  • Dutkiewicz, Maciej;Machado, Marcela
    • Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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    • 제71권3호
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    • pp.291-303
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    • 2019
  • In the paper the analysis of natural vibrations of the transmission line with use of spectral elements and the laboratory experiments is performed. The purpose of the investigation is to analyze the natural vibrations of the transmission line and compare with the results obtained in the numerical simulations. Particular attention is paid to the hysteretic and aerodynamic damping analysis. Sensitivity of the wave number is performed for changing of the tension force, as well as for the different damping parameters. The numerical model is made using the Spectral Element Method. In the spectral model, for various parameters of stiffness, damping and tension force, the system response is checked and compared with the results of the accelerations obtained in the measurements. A frequency response functions (FRF) are calculated. The credibility of the model is assessed through a validation process carried out by comparing graphical plots of FRF and time history analysis and numerical values expressing differences in acceleration amplitude (MSG), phase angle differences (PSG) and differences in acceleration and phase angle total (CSG) values. The next aspect constituting the purpose of this paper is to present the wide possibilities of modelling and simulation of slender conductors using the Spectral Element Method. The obtained results show good accuracy in the range of both experimental measurements as well as simulation analysis. The paper emphasizes the ease with which the sensitivity of the conductor and its response to changes in density of spectral mesh division, tensile strength or material damping can be studied.

Strength and mechanical behaviour of coir reinforced lime stabilized soil

  • Sujatha, Evangelin Ramani;Geetha, A.R.;Jananee, R.;Karunya, S.R.
    • Geomechanics and Engineering
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    • 제16권6호
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    • pp.627-634
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    • 2018
  • Soil stabilization is an essential engineering process to enhance the geotechnical properties of soils that are not suitable for construction purposes. This study focuses on using coconut coir, a natural fibre to enhance the soil properties. Lime, an activator is added to the reinforced soil to augment its shear strength and durability. An experimental investigation was conducted to demonstrate the effect of coconut coir fibers and lime on the consistency limits, compaction characteristics, unconfined compressive strength, stress-strain behaviour, subgrade strength and durability of the treated soil. The results of the study illustrate that lime stabilization and coir reinforcement improves the unconfined compressive strength, post peak failure strength, controls crack propagation and boosts the tensile strength of the soil. Coir reinforcement provides addition contact surface, improving the soil-fibre interaction and increasing the interlocking between fibre and soil and thereby improve strength. Optimum performance of soil is observed at 1.25% coir fibre inclusion. Coir being a natural product is prone to degradation and to increase the durability of the coir reinforced soil, lime is used. Lime stabilization favourably amends the geotechnical properties of the coir fibre reinforced soil.

임하댐의 탁수 형성후 식물플랑크톤 군집 동태 (Dynamics of Phytoplankton Community after Formation of Turbid Water in Lake Imha)

  • 이경락;최재신;김한순;박정원
    • 생태와환경
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    • 제38권3호통권113호
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    • pp.429-434
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    • 2005
  • 본 연구는 임하호의 고탁수 발생에 따른 식물플랑크톤 군집의 변화를 조사하기 위하여 2003년 5월부터 2004년7월까지 댐축 지점에서 매월 채집하였다. 2003년 9월과 10월의 가장 높은 탁도(1221 NTU) 형성은 태풍(매미)에 동반된 집중 호우 시기와 일치하였다. 출현한 식물플랑크톤은 모두 102분류군이고, 이 중 규조강이 63증류로 가장 많이 출현하였으며, 녹조강이 23종류. 남조강이 9종류, 시누라조강과 은편모조강이 각각 3종류 그리고 유글레나조강이 1종류가 출현하였다. 총 현존량은 270 ${\sim}$ 4,515 indls. $mL^{-1}$였고, 은편모조강의 Cryptomonas ovata, 규조강의 Cyclotella sp. 그리고 남조강의 Microcystis aeruginosa 등은 고탁수의 감소후 차례로 우점하였다.

당진화력발전소 녹지공간의 식재현황 및 생태적 특성 분석 (Planting Structure and Ecological Characteristics of Green Spaces at the Dangjin Steam Power Plant)

  • 강현경;이수동;한봉호
    • 한국조경학회지
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    • 제33권6호
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    • pp.78-89
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    • 2006
  • This study was conducted to analyze the planting structure and ecological characteristics of greon spaces on the grounds of e Dangjin steam power plant. To achieve these goals, we surveyed existing vegetation, plant community structure, Plant volume and growth rate. Based on e vegetation analysis, existing vegetation was classified into six types: herbaceous species $(70.54\%)$, evergreen coniferous trees $(21.17\%)$, deciduous broad-leaved trees $(5.10\%)$, deciduous coniferous trees $(1.47\%)$, shrubs $(0.12\%)$, and other types $(1.59\%)$. The coal storage, office, and playground areas were community is the natural forest area where a Pinus thunbergii / Pinus densiflora community is distributed in terms of vegetation structure, species diversity, plant volume, and growth rate. The artificial green spaces(near the coal storage, office, playground areas) had a single-layer structure. Species diversity indices of the artificial green areas were $0.1655\~0.4807$ compared to 0.8628 in the natural forest, which presented a good growth environment. Also, the plant volume in the artificial green space was lower than that of the natural green space. Therefore, it would be desirable to develope a multi-layer structure similar to that of the vegetation in the natural green space in order to improve the amount of plant volume. The plant-damage ratio of Pinus thunbergii was $52.48\%$ in the coal storage area, and $8.48\~ 11.52\%$, in the other survey areas. Also, the vitality of Pinus thunbergii was $15.45k{\Omega}$ in the coal storage areas, which indicates bad growing conditions. This suggests that soil characteristics and dust have a bad impact on growth. The investigation into deciduous tres' growth status showed that appropriate plants would be Albizzia julibrissin, Acer palmatum var. sanguineum, Acer palmatum, Malus spp., Prunus sargentii.

오염 지중환경 특성화와 자연저감평가를 위한 말단전자수용과정(TEAPs) 분석 및 평가기술 소개 (Review of Analytical and Assessment Techniques of Terminal Electron Accepting Processes (TEAPs) for Site Characterization and Natural Attenuation in Contaminated Subsurface Environments)

  • 송윤선;김한석;권만재
    • 한국지하수토양환경학회지:지하수토양환경
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    • 제25권2_spc호
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    • pp.1-15
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    • 2020
  • Monitoring and assessing terminal electron accepting processes (TEAPs) are one of the most important steps to remediate contaminated sites via various in-situ techniques. TEAPs are a part of the microbial respiration reactions. Microorganisms gain energy from these reactions and reduces pollutants. Monitoring TEAPs enables us to predict degradability of contaminants and degradation rates. In many countries, TEAPs have been used for characterization of field sites and management of groundwater wells. For instance, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) provided strategies for groundwater quality and well management by applying TEAPs monitoring. Denmark has also constructed TEAPs map of local unit area to develop effective groundwater managing system, particularly to predict and assess nitrogen contamination. In case of Korea, although detailed soil survey and groundwater contamination assessment have been employed, site investigation guidelines using TEAPs have not been established yet. To better define TEAPs in subsurface environments, multiple indicators including ion concentrations, isotope compositions and contaminant degradation byproducts must be assessed. Furthermore, dissolved hydrogen concentrations are regarded as significant evidence of TEAPs occurring in subsurface environment. This review study introduces optimal sampling techniques of groundwater and dissolved hydrogen, and further discuss how to assess TEAPs in contaminated subsurface environments according to several contamination scenarios.

공동주택 지하저수조 내 침전된 부유성 고형물의 발생원인 및 제어방안 (Investigating the Causes and Control Measures for Precipitated Suspended Solids in the Underground Reservoir Tank in an Apartment)

  • 장준영;김주원;김기팔;신현상;임병란
    • 한국물환경학회지
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    • 제39권2호
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    • pp.153-161
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    • 2023
  • The reservoir tank in an apartment is crucial for maintaining the quality of drinking water after it has undergone treatment. Investigating the water quality and potential contaminants in the reservoir tank is essential to ensure the safety of the drinking water. This study examined the water quality and precipitated suspended solids that accumulate at the bottom of the reservoir tanks in four apartments located in Gyeonggi province. As a result of the water quality investigation, turbidity increased proportionally to the distance from the water treatment plant (WTP) to the household. Heavy metals were also detected in the reservoir tank inlet but not in the water supplied from the WTP. The precipitated suspended solids (SS) in the reservoir tank contain high levels of heavy metals and total organic carbon (TOC). The precipitated SS mainly consists of Al, Mn, and Fe, which are expected to be a combination with turbidity-inducing substances. The X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis revealed the presence of γ-FeO(OH), MnO2, and β-Fe2O3 in the SS. Additionally, F-EEM analysis indicates that the dissolved organic matter in the SS is mainly derived from a natural water source and microorganism activities, including metal-oxidizing bacteria and biofilms that can absorb metal ions. Based on these findings, several countermeasures can be taken to prevent the inflow of SS into the household, including regularly cleaning the reservoir tank, replacing or cleaning old pipes in the water supply system, and implementing monitoring and filtering systems to manage the SS.

지속가능성의 함의를 고려한 주거지 계획특성 연구 (A Study on the Planning Characteristics of Sustainable Housing Area)

  • 김묘정
    • 한국주거학회논문집
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    • 제19권4호
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    • pp.107-119
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    • 2008
  • The purpose of this study was to provide basic information about the study of model development of sustainable housing area. So, this study identified the concept of sustainable development and condition after investigation Habitat Agenda II, and the 10 items of agenda were used to constitute the case study framework. This study found the development characteristics through the case study of 6 sustainable housing areas in the world(US, UK and Australia), and searched the missing point in the sustainable development concept. The major findings are summarized as follows: First, the attempt of environmental sustainability was restrictive such as minimal environment pollution and waste, water resource protection and conservation of nature ecosystem. Second, in social-culture sustainability, the effort of right to housing, solution of urban squatter and housing welfare eliminated. Third, in economic sustainability, the attempt of prevent natural disaster, technological and industrial disaster excluded.

STUDIES OF HIGH-LATITUDE THERMOSPHERE UTILIZING OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

  • WON YOUNG-IN;CHO YOUNG-MIN;KIM YONG-HA
    • 천문학논총
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    • 제15권spc2호
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    • pp.27-35
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    • 2000
  • The investigation of the space environment requires the use of experimental and theoretical tools and resources in order to perform the research task. Understanding of these research tools is imperative for proper interpretation of the results. In this paper, we discuss on research tools that are widely used in the field of aeronomy; Fabry-Perot interferometer and Michelson interferometer. These instruments have been used extensively as passive optical devices, spectrally monitoring the natural atmospheric emissions (airglow). This function has made both instruments valuable tools in upper atmospheric studies since they provide the ability to determine the dynamic and thermodynamic properties of the upper atmosphere by monitoring naturally-occuring emission.

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Estimation Instream Flow Incremental Methodology (IFIM)

  • Lee, Joo-Heon;Jeong, Sang-Man;Lee, Myung-Ho;Lee, Soo-Yong;Lee, Eun-Tae
    • 한국수자원학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 한국수자원학회 2005년도 학술발표회 논문집
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    • pp.52-59
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    • 2005
  • The goal of this project is to estimate the instream flow of the Han River Basin to ensure the adequate supply of suitable quality water for preservation and enhancement of aquatic ecosystems. A applied model is Physical Habitant Simulation System(PHABSIM) of Instream Flow Incremental Methodology(IFIM). The parameters which are needed to simulation by PHABSIM such as flow depth, velocity distribution and channel cover with cross section data are obtained by field survey. The Habitat Suitability Criteria with the application of univariate curve on Zacco platypus as a target species was able to be established by conducting the field investigation. The estimated results of ecological recommended instream flow by this study has important meanings that the future river management have to seriously take into account for the natural environment and functions of river system.

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