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Design of a Wideband Substrate-Integrated Waveguide (SIW) Frequency Selective Surface (광대역 특성을 가지는 SIW 주파수 선택 표면 설계)

  • Oh, Semyoung;Lee, Hanjun;Lee, Gil-Young
    • Journal of Institute of Control, Robotics and Systems
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    • v.20 no.2
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    • pp.107-111
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    • 2014
  • An SIW cavity is a useful tool to design an FSS which shows a rapid roll-off rate and insensitivity to polarizations and incident angles of electromagnetic waves. However, due to its high Q-factor, the FSS also shows narrow bandwidth which is undesirable for high-capacity communication. To address this drawback, we propose a novel technique to enhance the bandwidth while maintaining similar frequency response characteristics and minimizing the increase of the overall thickness of the SIW cavity FSS. In order to verify the performance of the technique, simulated frequency responses will be provided. Also, a parameter which affects the bandwidth will be studied. Finally the stability to polarizations and incident angles will be observed through the simulated results.

The Effect of Aircraft Parking Environment on Atmospheric Corrosion Severity (항공기 주기환경이 대기부식위험도에 미치는 영향)

  • Yun, Juhee;Lee, Dooyoul;Park, Sungryul;Kim, Min-Saeng;Choi, Dongsu
    • Corrosion Science and Technology
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    • v.20 no.2
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    • pp.94-104
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    • 2021
  • Atmospheric corrosion severity associated with aircraft parking environment was studied using metallic specimens, and temperature and humidity sensors installed at each aircraft operating base. Data were analyzed after a year of exposure. Silver was used to measure chloride deposition by integrating X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy depth profiles. Carbon steel was utilized to determine the corrosion rate by measuring the weight loss. The time of wetness was determined using temperature and humidity sensor data. Analysis of variance followed by Tukey's "honestly significant difference" test indicated that atmospheric environment inside the shelter varied significantly from that of unsheltered parking environment. The corrosion rate of unsheltered area also varies with the roof. Hierarchical clustering analysis of the measured data was used to classify air bases into groups with similar atmospheric corrosion. Bases where aircraft park at a shelter can be grouped together regardless of geographical location. Unsheltered bases located inland can also be grouped together with sheltered bases as long as the aircraft are parked under the roof. Environmental severity index was estimated using collected data and validated using the measured corrosion rate.

Comparison and Validation Study on Computational Fluid Dynamics and Wind Tunnel Test Results of Standard Dynamics Model (표준 동안정 모델의 전산유체해석 및 풍동시험 결과 비교검증)

  • Cho, Donghyurn;Kim, Seung Pil;An, Eunhye;Choi, Younseok;Roh, Jisoo;Chung, Hyoung Seog
    • Journal of the Korean Society for Aeronautical & Space Sciences
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    • v.45 no.3
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    • pp.217-225
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    • 2017
  • This research represents comparison and validation of static aerodynamic results in different wind tunnel organizations and EFD-CFD results. KAFA conducted wind tunnel tests with Standard Dynamics Model(SDM) which is based on the NRC model, the same configuration of KARI; and then compared and analyzed similarities and differences of the data from KARI and NRC results for verifying the accuracy of wind tunnel tests. Also, We compared the result of CFD with that of wind tunnel tests and examined strakes effect in static characteristics which are attached on the forward fuselage of SDM for investigating the cause of some discrepancies. From this analysis, there are some discrepancies in Cm tendency between EFD-CFD and it did not show the big difference of aerodynamic characteristics by strake effects. Thus, we need to research additionally for analyzing the different cause of some discrepancies such as vortex structures by the rear strut or intake of SDM and regenerating grid resolution of CFD.

Development of CanSat System for Vehicle Tracking based on Jetson Nano (젯슨 나노 기반의 차량 추적 캔위성 시스템 개발)

  • Lee, Younggun;Lee, Sanghyun;You, Seunghoon;Lee, Sangku
    • Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Information and Commucation Sciences Conference
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    • 2022.10a
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    • pp.556-558
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    • 2022
  • This paper proposes a CanSat system with a vehicle tracking function based on Jetson Nano, a high-performance small computer capable of operating artificial intelligence algorithms. The CanSat system consists of a CanSat and a ground station. The CanSat falls in the atmosphere and transmits the data obtained through the installed sensors to the ground station using wireless communication. The existing CanSat is limited to the mission of simply transmitting the collected information to the ground station, and there is a limit to efficiently performing the mission due to the limited fall time and bandwidth limitation of wireless communication. The Jetson Nano based CanSat proposed in this paper uses a pre-trained neural network model to detect the location of a vehicle in each image taken from the air in real time, and then uses a 2-axis motor to move the camera to track the vehicle.

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Development of Acquisition System for Biological Signals using Raspberry Pi (라즈베리 파이를 이용한 생체신호 수집시스템 개발)

  • Yoo, Seunghoon;Kim, Sitae;Kim, Dongsoo;Lee, Younggun
    • Journal of the Korea Institute of Information and Communication Engineering
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    • v.25 no.12
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    • pp.1935-1941
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    • 2021
  • In order to develop an algorithm using deep learning, which has been recently applied to various fields, it is necessary to have rich, high-quality learning data. In this paper, we propose an acquisition system for biological signals that simultaneously collects bio-signal data such as optical videos, thermal videos, and voices, which are mainly used in developing deep learning algorithms and useful in derivation of information, and transmit them to the server. To increase the portability of the collector, it was made based on Raspberry Pi, and the collected data is transmitted to the server through the wireless Internet. To enable simultaneous data collection from multiple collectors, an ID for login was assigned to each subject, and this was reflected in the database to facilitate data management. By presenting an example of biological data collection for fatigue measurement, we prove the application of the proposed acquisition system.

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Air Force LVC Training System Using AHP (AHP를 활용한 공군 LVC 합성전장훈련체계 효용성 평가)

  • Jaehong Lee;Byungho Jung;Namkyu Lim
    • Journal of Korean Society of Industrial and Systems Engineering
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    • v.46 no.4
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    • pp.209-217
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    • 2023
  • In this study, the evaluation items related to the effectiveness evaluation of the LVC (Live, Virtual, Constructive) training system of the Air Force were derived and the weights of each item were analyzed. The LVC training system evaluation items for AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) analysis were divided into three layers, and according to the level, 3 items were derived at level 1, 11 items at level 2, and 33 items at level 3. For weight analysis of evaluation items, an AHP-based pairwise comparison questionnaire was conducted for Air Force experts related to the LVC training system. As a result of the survey, related items such as (1) Achievement of education and training goals (53.8%), (1.2) Large-scale mission and operational performance (25.5%), and (1.2.1) Teamwork among training participants (19.4%) was highly rated. Also, it was confirmed that the weights of evaluation items were not different for each expert group, that is, the priority for importance was evaluated in the same order between the policy department and the working department. Through these analysis results, it will be possible to use them as evaluation criteria for new LVC-related projects of the Air Force and selection of introduction systems.

Development of Instructional Materials for Micro-UAV Design and Production Program using 3D Printers and Its Application (3D 프린팅을 이용한 소형 무인기 설계·제작 교육 프로그램을 위한 수업자료 개발과 적용)

  • Kim, Sitae;Kim, Minseong;Kong, Dongjae
    • Journal of Engineering Education Research
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    • v.24 no.5
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    • pp.46-52
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    • 2021
  • This study introduces the development and application of instructional materials for a micro-UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) design and manufacturing program in university education for freshman/sophomore students. The ADDIE methodology was applied to the development of educational materials, which consist of 15 lessons including the aircraft design theory, 3D CAD modeling, 3D printing production, and UAV flight control. The validity of the program was evaluated with 8 expert panels. A total of 82 participants from engineering and social science grouped the 16 teams for the creative UAV wing design and cooperative interactions. The results of overall program satisfaction survey was measured highly as the average 4.54 (out of 5), so that the students were content with the professional engineering knowledge, 3D digital tools, and the opportunity to design and manufacture airplanes on their own. In conclusion, it can be confirmed that the developed program is effective for UAV education for junior level college student.

Optimized Air Force Flight Scheduling Considering Pilot' s Mission Efficiency (조종사 임무 효율을 고려한 공군 비행 스케줄 최적화)

  • Kwon, Min Seok;Yoon, Chan Il;Kim, Jiyong
    • Journal of Korean Society of Industrial and Systems Engineering
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    • v.43 no.4
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    • pp.116-122
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    • 2020
  • Human and material resource planning is one representative example of Operations Research. Resource planning is important not only in civilian settings but also in military ones. In the Air Force, flight scheduling is one of the primary issues that must be addressed by the personnel who are connected to flight missions. However, although the topic is of great importance, relatively few studies have attempted to resolve the problem on a scientific basis. Each flight squadron has its own scheduling officers who manually draw up the flight schedules each day. While mistakes may not occur while drafting schedules, officers may experience difficulties in systematically adjusting to them. To increase efficiency in this context, this study proposes a mathematical model based on a binary variable. This model automatically drafts flight schedules considering pilot's mission efficiency. Furthermore, it also recommends that schedules be drawn up monthly and updated weekly, rather than being drafted from scratch each day. This will enable easier control when taking the various relevant factors into account. The model incorporates several parameters, such as matching of the main pilots and co-pilots, turn around time, availability of pilots and aircraft, monthly requirements of each flight mission, and maximum/minimum number of sorties that would be flown per week. The optimal solution to this model demonstrated an average improvement of nearly 47% compared with other feasible solutions.

An Efficient Information Fusion Method for Air Surveillance Systems (항공감시시스템을 위한 효율적인 정보융합 기법)

  • Cho, Taehwan;Oh, Semyoung;Lee, Gil-Young
    • Journal of Advanced Navigation Technology
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    • v.20 no.3
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    • pp.203-209
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    • 2016
  • Among the various fields in the communications, navigation, and surveillance/air traffic management (CNS/ATM) scheme, the surveillance field, which includes an automatic dependent surveillance - broadcast (ADS-B) system and a multilateration (MLAT) system, is implemented using satellite and digital communications technology. These systems provide better performance than radar, but still incur position error. To reduce the error, we propose an efficient information fusion method called the reweighted convex combination method for ADS-B and MLAT systems. The reweighted convex combination method improves aircraft tracking performance compared to the original convex combination method by readjusting the weights given to these systems. In this paper, we prove that the reweighted convex combination method always provides better performance than the original convex combination method. Performance from the fusion of ADS-B and MLAT improves an average of 51.51% when compared to the original data.