• 한국안전학회지
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• 제37권6호
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• pp.158-165
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• 2022

Eco-friendly policies proposed by the government of The Republic of Korea have encouraged the use of eco-friendly vehicles. Hydrogen vehicles have exhibited the highest growth rate, although the current number of registered vehicles is low. In hydrogen vehicles, a thermally activated pressure relief device (TPRD) is installed to prevent explosions in the hydrogen gas cylinder. When discharged due to low ignition energy, hydrogen gas readily forms a jet flame. The risks induced by such jet flames were analyzed through a numerical analysis. Jet flames can activate TPRDs installed in nearby hydrogen gas cylinders. As a result, high-voltage cables exposed in the lower area of a vehicle can ignite within seconds. There was a 9.5-kW/m2 area around the vehicle (which can result in casualties) at a distance of ~5 m from the hydrogen gas cylinder, and a 37.5-kW/m2 area (which can cause significant damage) in the form of an inverted triangle toward the lower section of the vehicle. We believe that the risk factors analyzed herein should be considered for addressing accidents in hydrogen vehicles.

• 한국추진공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국추진공학회 2010년도 제35회 추계학술대회논문집
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• pp.741-747
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• 2010

발사체의 추진공급시스템에 사용되는 벤트/릴리프밸브는 안전밸브의 조합체로 극저온의 산화제를 주입할 때와 비행 중에 기화된 산소기체를 배출시킨다. 벤트/릴리프밸브의 설계검증을 위해 AMESim과 FLUENT 상용코드를 이용하여 밸브모델을 구성하였다. AMESim 밸브모델을 검증하기 위해 밸브의 개폐압력, 개폐작동시간을 수학적 계산결과와 비교하였고 내부유동해석 결과를 반영하여 모델의 정확도를 높였다. 본 연구에서는 설계인자를 검증 및 작동성능을 분석하였다. 이 결과는 한국형 발사체에 사용되는 다양한 규격의 벤트/릴리프밸브 개발과정의 효율성을 높일 수 있을 것으로 판단된다.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제46권1호
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• pp.39-46
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• 2014

A total loss of all heat sinks is considered a severe accident with a low probability of occurrence. Following a total loss of all heat sinks, the degasser/condenser relief valves (DCRV) become the sole means available for the depressurization of the primary heat transport system. If a nuclear power plant has a total loss of heat sinks accident, high-temperature steam and differential pressure between the primary heat transport system (PHTS) and the steam generator (SG) secondary side can cause a SG tube creep rupture. To protect the PHTS during a total loss of all heat sinks accident, a sufficient depressurization capability of the degasser/condenser relief valve and the SG tube integrity is very important. Therefore, an accurate estimation of the discharge through these valves is necessary to assess the impact of the PHTS overprotection and the SG tube integrity of the primary circuit. This paper describes the analysis of DCRV discharge capacity and the SG tube integrity under a total loss of all heat sink using the CATHENA code. It was found that the DCRV's discharge capacity is enough to protect the overpressure in the PHTS, and the SG tube integrity is maintained in a total loss of all heat accident.

• 한국가스학회지
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• 제19권5호
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• pp.36-40
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• 2015

본 연구에서는 소형(1L 미만) 재충전 가능 프로판 용기의 안전성을 향상시키기 위하여, 화염 노출 시나리오에 대한 실험을 실시하였다. 화염에 노출된 용기는 내부 프로판의 액팽창에 의해 내압이 급격히 상승하게 되어 파열의 가능성이 존재한다. 따라서 내부의 과압을 해소시키기 위한 열 감응식 안전밸브를 부착하여, 용기가 파열되지 않고 내부 프로판을 외부로 분출하도록 유도하였다. 용기를 감싼 화염의 온도는 평균 $600^{\circ}C$였으며, 안전밸브를 통해 분출되는 프로판이 2차 연소를 유발하여 최대 $700^{\circ}C$까지 상승하였다. 그 결과 용기의 변형은 발생하였지만, 파열은 일어나지 않았다. 프로판용 압력용기의 화염시험 규정이 존재하지 않는 만큼, 화염에 노출 가능성이 존재하는 레저용 용기에 대한 선행연구로써, 본 연구의 결과는 추후 프로판 압력용기의 성능 평가에 있어 중요한 자료가 될 것으로 기대한다.

• 드라이브 ㆍ 컨트롤
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.1-8
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• 2021

In this work, a circuit with a hydraulic power unit is formulated as a means of predicting the behavior of the prefill valve in the future. The behavior of the prefill valve can be examined by the measurements of the configured power unit, and the performance is determined by using hydraulic pumps, relief valves, and hydraulic hoses that make up the power unit. In particular, pressure/flow pulsation generated by hydraulic pumps can cause instability in the prefill valve and cause noise-induced degradation of the overall performance and reliability of the hydraulic system containing the prefill valve. Therefore, to study the behavior and performance of the prefill valve in a relatively accurate manner, the prediction of the characteristics of the hydraulic power unit driving the prefill valve is very important. In this study, the pulsation characteristics of the hydraulic pump were analyzed to theoretically demonstrate its relationship with different settings of the power unit, such as relief valve pressure settings and the presence/absence of the hose.

• 한국가스학회지
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• 제27권3호
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• pp.35-40
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• 2023

과충전, 이상 온도 상승 등 이상 상황이 발생하는 조건에서 암모니아 용기의 파열 사고의 예방을 위해서는 용기에 부착된 가용전식 안전밸브의 작동 메카니즘 분석을 통한 사고 예방대책 마련이 필요하다. 본 연구에서는 가압 조건에서 암모니아 용기에 작용하는 응력 분석, 온도 변화에 따른 밀도 변화 분석, 그리고 용기 충전량과 온도 및 압력 변화에 대한 상관관계를 제시하였다. 또한, 암모니아 용기의 최대 충전량을 계산하고, 상평형 선도를 통해 해당 충전량에서의 온도·압력을 산출했다. 이를 바탕으로 가용전식 안전밸브의 적정 용융점을 도출하고 용융 온도 실험을 통해 이를 검증하였다. 이와 같은 연구 결과를 바탕으로 암모니아 용기 파열 사고의 예방을 위한 조건을 제시하였다.

• The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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• 제19권5호
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• pp.51-63
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• 2007

Diabetic foot ulcers result from abnormal mechanical loading of the foot, such as repetitive pressure applied to the plantar aspect of the foot while walking. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy causes changes in foot structure, affecting foot function and subsequently leading to increased plantar foot pressure, which is a predictive risk factor for the development of diabetic foot ulceration. To early identify the insensitive foot makes it possible to prevent diabetic foot ulceration and to protect the foot at risk from abnormal biomechanical loading. Abnormal foot pressures can be reduced using several different approaches, including callus debridement, prescription of special footwear, foot orthosis. injection of liquid silicone, Achilles tendon lengthening, and so forth. Off-loading of the diabetic wound is a key factor to successful wound healing as it is associated with reduced inflammatory and accelerated repair processes. Pressure relief can be achieved using various off-loading modalities including accommodative dressing, walking splints, ankle-foot orthosis, total contact cast, and removable and irremovable cast walkers.

• KEPCO Journal on Electric Power and Energy
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• 제2권3호
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• pp.403-407
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• 2016

In general, drum-type boilers are designed for base load duty and applied under constant pressure operation mode. Recently, however conditions often occur that even drum-type boilers have to operate at partial load conditions. A feasibility study on adopting the sliding pressure operation for drum-type boiler was conducted, and corresponding performance changes and effects on the equipment were analyzed by utilizing a process simulation model. As a result, the conclusion was reached that drum type boilers are able to adopt the sliding pressure operation and can improve of net efficiency at part load operation in spite of the Rankine cycle efficiency reduction due to the decreases in main steam pressure. Because of thank to improvement of high pressure turbine stage-1 internal efficiency and power savings of boiler feed water pump. The sliding pressure operation is advantageous in terms of stress level relief for boiler tube as well as maintaining the rating steam temperature at part load condition. However, cautions are required because the drum boilers have poor dynamic response characteristics which may get worse during the sliding pressure operation.

• The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.229-238
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• 2000

A properly prescribed wheelchair may be able to normalize tone. decrease pathologic reflex activity, improve postural symmetry, enhance range of movement, maintain and/or improve skin conduit)n. increase comfort and sitting tolerance, decrease fatigue, and improve function of the autonomic nervous system. Whereas a poorly prescribed one can actually exacerbate the problems associated with a disability. Maintained for longer without relief, pressure concentrations may also lead to tissue breakdown. Pressure sores continue to be a major problem for many disabled individuals. Many groups of disabled individuals have a very high incidence of pressure sores, including those individuals with spinal cord injuries. hemiplegia, multiple sclerosis. cancer. and the disabled geriatric population. It is important to understand the factors which predispose an individuals to the development of a pressure sores. Those factors can divided into extrinsic factors, related to the individual's immediate environment and intrinsic factors. related to their medical or physical condition. Pressure sores are generally preventable through sensible pressure management based on an understanding of the causes of pressure sores, risk factors and methods of redistributing pressure.

• Geomechanics and Engineering
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• 제2권2호
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• pp.107-123
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• 2010

Ground settlements and pore pressure changes were monitored around a shallow tunnel constructed in clay till during the excavation and primary lining installation. The settlements above the tunnel continued to develop for up to 100 days after the primary lining installation. Triaxial compression tests were carried out to estimate the short-term and long-term deformation characteristics of the till. Numerical simulation was conducted to history match the field measurements, and thus, to quantify the settlements induced by ground stress relief, consolidation and creep. It was found that the surface settlements due to ground stress relief, consolidation and creep are 17, 12 and 71% of total settlement (about 44 mm), respectively. In addition, early installation of rigid concrete lining could be an effective means to reduce the settlement due to creep.