• Journal of Electrochemical Science and Technology
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.21-32
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• 2021

This study reports for the first time the application of electrocoagulation (EC) from laboratory to pilot scales for the treatment of printing wastewater, a hazardous waste whose treatment and disposal are strictly regulated. The wastewater was taken from three real printing companies with strongly varying characteristics. The treatment process was performed in the laboratory for operational optimization and then applied in the pilot scale. The weight loss of the electrode and the generation of sludge at both scales were compared. The results show that the raw wastewater should be diluted before EC treatment if its COD is higher than about 10,000 mg/L. Pilot scale removal efficiencies of COD and color were slightly lower compared to those obtained from the laboratory scale. At pilot scale, the effluent CODs removal efficiency was 81.9 - 88.9% (final concentration of 448 - 992 mg/L) and color removal efficiency was 95.8 - 98.6% (final level of 89 - 202 Pt-Co) which proved the feasibility of EC treatment as an effective pre-treatment method for printing wastewater as well as other high colored and hard-biodegradable wastewaters.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제67권2호
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• pp.194-201
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• 2024

Objective : This study aimed to evaluate the clinical feasibility of the combination of ultrasound and nerve stimulator guidance in transforaminal epidural steroid injections (TESIs) to manage lumbosacral chronic radicular pain. Methods : Using the combination of nerve stimulator and ultrasound guidance, TESIs were performed in 125 segments of 78 patients who presented with chronic lumbar radicular pain. Demographic characteristics and surgical outcomes were recorded on admission, pre-procedural and post-procedural for 1-week, 1-month, 3-month, and 6-month follow-ups. The result was measured using the Numeric rating scale (NRS) and Oswestry disability index (ODI). Results : Patients who received TESIs showed significant improvements on two evaluation tools (NRS, ODI), compared to that before procedure (p<0.001). No significant complications were observed for 6 months' follow-up. Conclusion : The result suggests that a combination of ultrasound and nerve stimulator guidance in transforaminal epidural injections is safe, reliable and effective for short-term management of lumbar disc herniation. It is a promising technique and has shown good results in providing intermediate pain relief.

• 한국구조물진단유지관리공학회 논문집
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• 제11권1호
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• pp.49-56
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• 2007

기존의 Double T-Beam은 단면 형상이 갖는 단순함과 세련된 도시적 미관을 갖추고 있기 때문에 미국이나 유럽 등지에서 적극 시공되고 있으나 역학적 저항능력이 상대적으로 취약할 뿐만 아니라 제한된 특수 시공 방법을 사용해야 한다는 문제점이 있다. 이에 본 연구에서는 기존의 Double T-Beam의 문제점을 해결하기 위해 콘크리트와 강재의 장점만을 취합한 강합성 보를 사용하였고, 긴장력을 도입하여 구조적으로 보다 안정성을 갖춘 프리스트레스트 강합성 Double T-Beam의 개발 가능성을 제시하고자 하였다.

• 분석과학
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• 제37권5호
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• pp.295-305
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• 2024

5-Hydroxymethyl-2-furaldehyde (5-HMF) is considered one of the main quality indexes of various food products. Its metabolism in humans can potentially lead to carcinogenic compounds. Metallic ions such as Zn, Mg, Mn, and Fe have been reported to enhance 5-HMF formation. Recently, studies on adsorbents that can extract specific organic and inorganic substances with one adsorbent have been conducted. However, simultaneous analysis of organic and inorganic materials typically requires distinct pre-treatment and analytical methods, which increase a lot of labor and cost. In this study, hybrid imprinted polymer (HIP) by mixing 5-HMF imprinted polymer (FIP) and zinc ion imprinted polymer (ZIIP) were generated to extract two analytes, Zn ion and 5-HMF, simultaneously. Physicochemical characterization of HIP was conducted by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and sorption tests. Extraction conditions including adsorbent mixing ratio, adsorbate mixing range, and equilibrium time were optimized. Freundlich adsorption model was as the best-fitting isotherm model to elucidate the adsorption mechanism. Affinity of Zn ion and 5-HMF on HIP was superior to non-HIP. In conclusion, HIP showed reasonable feasibility that could be used as an adsorbent to be used for simultaneous extraction of organic and inorganic compounds present in the sample.

• 자원ㆍ환경경제연구
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.595-628
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• 2011

본 연구는 한국개발연구원의 예비타당성조사에서 문화 과학 시설 등의 비정형 사업에 대한 편익 평가의 기법으로 활용도가 커지고 있는 CVM의 분석체계를 고찰하고 개선과제를 제시하였다. CVM의 설계에서 시장영역, 즉 목표모집단의 설정, 소득세라는 지불수단, 5년간 연단위로 한정하는 지불 방법, 저항응답의 사유 등에 대해서는 추가적인 논의가 필요하고, CVM의 설계에서 편의를 줄일 수 있는 전문가 검토, 표적집단조사, 사전조사, 본조사가 운영되도록 하여야 한다. 한편 CVM의 지불의사 유도 방법으로 활용되고 있는 단일 및 이중 양분선택형 질문방식에 의한 지불의사 유도 방법이 일반적이지만, 이 모형들과 관련된 쟁점에 대한 검토와 더불어 이외의 모형에 대해서도 검토하는 작업이 필요하다. WTP 함수 추정에 가정하고 있는 특정 분포 가정을 다양화하여 WTP의 변동성을 검토하고, 모수적 분포 이외에 비모수적 기법을 활용하여 WTP 함수를 추정하는 연구가 필요한 시점이다. 아울러 0의 지불의사 문제와 저항응답을 처리하기 위한 다양한 시도가 필요하며, 지불거부여부를 제시금액 이전에 제시하는 등의 질문 순서의 변화 등을 통한 지불거부자 파악 과정에서 발생하는 편의를 회피하는 노력 등도 검토되어야 한다.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제61권1호
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• pp.51-59
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• 2018

Objective : The feasibility and usefulness of transradial catheterization for coronary and neuro-intervention are well known. However, the anatomical change in the catheterized radial artery (RA) is not well understood. Herein, we present the results of ultrasonographic observation of the RA after routine transradial cerebral angiography (TRCA). Methods : Patients who underwent routine TRCA with pre- and post-procedure Doppler ultrasonography (DUS) of the catheterized RA were enrolled. We then recorded and retrospectively reviewed the diameter and any complicated features of the RA observed on DUS, and the factors associated with the diameter and complications were analyzed. Results : A total of 223 TRCAs across 181 patients were enrolled in the current study. The mean RA diameter was 2.48 mm and was positively correlated with male gender (p<0.001) and hypertension (p<0.002). The median change in diameter after TRCA was less than 0.1 mm (range, -1.3 to 1.2 mm) and 90% of changes were between -0.8 and +0.7 mm. Across 228 procedures, there were 12 cases (5.3%) of intimal hyperplasia and 22 cases (9.6%) of asymptomatic local vascular complications found on DUS. Patients with abnormal findings on the first procedure had a smaller pre-procedural RA diameter than that of patients without findings (2.26 vs. 2.53 mm, p=0.0028). There was no significant difference in the incidence of abnormal findings for the first versus subsequent procedures (p=0.68). Conclusion : DUS identified the pre- and post-procedural diameter and local complications of RA. Routine TRCA seems to be acceptable with regard to identifying local complications and changes in RA diameter.

• 유기물자원화
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• 제20권1호
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• pp.71-77
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• 2012

농업 바이오매스의 혐기소화 적용성을 위해 가장 많은 양이 발생하는 볏짚을 원료로 하여 전처리에 따른 볏짚의 가수분해과정에서 가용성 화학적 산소요구량 (SCOD)의 변화 특성을 조사하였다. 전처리 조건으로는 4 종류의 볏짚 크기, 4 종류의 온도, 2 종류의 초음파처리 및 알칼리를 처리하였다. 분해지표인 SCOD 용출량은 입자 크기가 작을수록, 반응 온도가 높을수록, 알카리를 처리하였을 때 높게 나타나 볏짚의 분해가 증진되는 것으로 나타났다. 5% NaOH를 처리한 경우 $35^{\circ}C$에서는 SCOD가 최고 9,000 mg $L^{-1}$로 증가하였으며, $55^{\circ}C$에서는 최고 6,000 mg $L^{-1}$까지 증가하였다가 감소하는 경향을 보였다. 또한 40 kHz의 초음파를 조사하여 3 cm 이하의 크기로 절단된 볏짚의 SCOD를 증진시킬 수 있는것으로 나타났으며, 온도에 관계없이 150 rpm의 교반속도에서 SCOD 용출량이 가장 높게 나타났다.

• PNF and Movement
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• 제17권2호
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• pp.199-206
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• 2019

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of a virtual upper extremity training program using the RAPAEL Smart Glove on upper extremity function in stroke survivors with chronic hemiparesis and to focus the training program development using the Smart Glove as a feasibility study. Methods: This study was conducted using a single group and pre-post test research design in the outpatient departments of local rehabilitation units. Ten chronic hemiparetic stroke survivors with a diagnosis of first stroke received therapeutic rehabilitation at the rehabilitation units. All the participants used a virtual reality program with the RAPAEL Smart Glove for 30 minutes per session 3 days a week over 8 weeks. They also received conventional occupational therapy with functional electrical stimulation for 40 minutes per session 3 days a week for 8 weeks as an additional therapy. To analyze the effects of this therapeutic intervention, four clinical measures, including the box-block test (BBT), the Wolf motor function test (WMFT), the trail-making score, the Jebsen Taylor hand function test (JTHFT), and grip strength, were used. Results: Upon completion of the intervention in week 8, all the participants demonstrated significant WMFT, JTT, BBT, grip strength, and trail-making score gains compared to the respective baselines at week 0. Conclusion: This study suggests that virtual upper extremity training using the RAPAEL Smart Glove has a reasonable and beneficial effects on upper extremity function in chronic hemiparetic stroke survivors.

• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science
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• 제6권3호
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• pp.106-112
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• 2017

Objective: Robot assisted gait training is implemented as part of therapy for the recovery of gait patterns in recent clinical fields, and the scope of implications are continuously increasing. However clear therapy protocols of robot assisted gait training are insufficent. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of robot-assisted gait training applied with guidance force on balance and gait performance in persons with hemiparetic stroke. Design: Two group pre-test post-test design. Methods: Nineteen persons were diagnosed with hemiparesis following stroke participated in this study. The participants were randomly assigned to the unilateral guidance group or bilateral guidance group to conduct robot-assisted gait training. All participants underwent robot-assisted gait training for twelve sessions (30 min/d, 3 d/wk for 4 weeks). They were assessed with gait parameters (gait velocity, cadence, step length, stance phase, and swing phase) using Optogait. This study also measured the dynamic gait index (DGI), the Berg balance scale (BBS) score, and timed up and go (TUG). Results: After training, BBS scores were was significantly increased in the bilateral training group than in the unilateral guidance group (p<0.05). Spatiotemporal parameters were significantly changed in the bilateral training group (gait speed, swing phase ratio, and stance phase ratio) compared to the unilateral training group (p<0.05). Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that robot-assisted gait training show feasibility in facilitating improvements in balance and gait performance for subacute hemiparetic stroke patients.

• 환경정책연구
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• 제11권3호
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• pp.67-96
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• 2012

도심 하천복원사업의 정책적 방향을 도출하기 위한 기초연구로서, 이미 사업이 종료된 청계천 복원사업에 대한 사후 비용편익 항목과 분석방안을 제시하고자 한다. 사후 비용편익 항목을 도출하기 위해 사전 비용편익분석의 비용과 편익항목에 대하여 비판적으로 검토하였다. 검토의견과 예비타당성 표준지침, 비용편익분석 이론 등에 근거하여 사후 비용편익 분석방안을 제시하였다. 그 결과, 비용부문에는 보상비, 갈등조정비, 연구 및 홍보비, 감면받은 유지용수, 물 값 등이 포함되었다. 편익부문에는 환경개선편익 추정시 하천의 자연도 평가를 포함한 다속성 평가기법을 적용하도록 제안하였다. 이와 같은 사후 비용편익 항목과 분석방안이 제시됨으로써 도심 하천복원사업의 효율성이 증대되고, 하천복원의 의미에 더 부합되도록 사업을 평가할 수 있다.