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An Analysis on Scientific and Technological Information Status and Demand of Small Businesses: Focuses on Busan·Ulsan·Gyeongsangnam-do Branches of KISTI (중소기업의 과학기술정보 요구 실태 분석 연구 - KISTI 부산·울산·경남지원을 중심으로 -)

  • Lee, Jong-Moon
    • Journal of the Korean BIBLIA Society for library and Information Science
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    • v.26 no.3
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    • pp.83-100
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    • 2015
  • This paper aims to survey the supply status and demand of the scientific & technological information among the 1,059 small enterprises demanding the support in Busan, Ulsan and Gyeongsangnam-do which have been supported by the Branch of KISTI and to propose the approaches to improve the scientific & technological information system. As the results of this research, Busan, Ulsan and Gyeongsangnam-do have very poor business and R&D environment to the extent that 96.3% of businesses was small business (medium business only for 3.7%) and 31% of total small & medium-cized businesses has less than 10 R&D workers. Small & medium-sized businesses which have demanded the information to KISTI account for only 0.2% in average for 3 years. The information demand types are market trend (26.8%), industrial property right (22.1%), business proposal (19.9%), item exploration (16.8%) and quality certification (8.4%). The supplied informations include scientific and technological data survey, market survey, translation and information application seminar. The business achievements from the information supply include 379 cases in technological development improvement and launch of products, 88 cases in technology certifications and 414 cases in patents and utility design application and registration. By the analysis results, the small and medium-sized businesses have difficulties in using R&D information by themselves. Thus, it's proposed to establish the science and technology information center in southeastern region and develop the information advisors specialized in local specialty industry categories. It's also proposed to expand the manpower and budget of KISTI concerning the information support for small & medium-sized businesses.

The Effect of Problem-Centered Learning Based STEAM Field Experience Learning Program on Science Process Skills, Creative Problem Solving Ability, and Scientific Attitude of Gifted Students in Elementary Science (문제중심학습 기반 STEAM 현장체험학습 프로그램이 초등과학 영재의 과학 탐구 능력, 창의적 문제해결력 및 과학적 태도에 미치는 영향)

  • Ko, Dong Guk;Hong, Seung-Ho
    • Journal of Korean Elementary Science Education
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    • v.40 no.1
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    • pp.113-125
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    • 2021
  • In this study, a problem-centered learning based STEAM field experience learning program was developed and the effects of applying it were investigated. The program was composed of 8 sessions by using problem-centered learning education method and integrating STEAM elements between disciplines. The contents of program are as follow. In the step of sharing problems and making a problem-solving plan, they understood the various examples and meanings of endangered species, explored the project activities, and made an inquiry plan. In the search and re-exploration phase, a smart device was used to investigate the appearance, habitat environment and cause of extinction for Clithon retropictus, and a site inquiry plan was established for each group. Then, they moved to the field to explore brackish-headed gallops and discuss ways to protect endangered species. In the step of creating a solution, a web-based report was produced as the final product using smart devices based on the results of the inquiry. In the presentation and evaluation stage, the produced web-based report was used to present each group, conduct mutual evaluation, and organize project activities. The developed program was applied to 6th grade 29 students enrolled in the J University Gifted Education Center. In order to find out the effectiveness of the program, tests of science process skill, creative problem-solving ability, and scientific attitude were conducted before and after of program learning, and the results were statistically analyzed by t-test. In addition, a STEAM program satisfaction test was conducted after project in order to find out the satisfaction of the class. As a result of application of the program, the results were significantly improved in openness, criticism, and creativity among the sub-factors of creative problem-solving ability and scientific attitude. Satisfaction with the STEAM program was also high, but no significant result was found in science process skill. Therefore, the program of this study could be influenced on improvement of creative problem-solving ability and scientific attitude of gifted students in elementary science.

SPACE VLBI PROJECT

  • MURATA YASUHIRO
    • Journal of The Korean Astronomical Society
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    • v.38 no.2
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    • pp.97-100
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    • 2005
  • The first Space-VLBI project, VSOP, started successfully with the launch of the dedicated space-VLBI satellite HALCA in 1997. The project has been in scientific operation in the 1.6 GHz and 5 GHz bands, and studies have been done mainly of the jet phenomena related to active galactic nuclei. A second generation space- VLBI project, VSOP-2, has been planned by the working group formed at ISAS/JAXA with many collaborators. The spacecraft is planned to observe in the 8, 22 and 43 GHz bands with cooled receivers for the two higher bands, and with a maximum angular resolution at 43 GHz (7 mm) of about 40 micro-arcseconds. The VSOP-2 satellite will also have the capability of the phase-reference and full polarization observations, which will produce more powerful results than those of the VSOP project. Far-future space-VLBI projects following VSOP and VSOP-2, have a large potential to achieve enough resolution and sensitivity to satisfy astronomers in future.

LEGACY OF THE SPICA CORONAGRAPH INSTRUMENT (SCI): TOWARD EXOPLANETARY SCIENCE WITH SPACE INFRARED TELESCOPES IN THE FUTURE

  • Enya, Keigo
    • Publications of The Korean Astronomical Society
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    • v.32 no.1
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    • pp.347-349
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    • 2017
  • This paper reviews the legacy of the SPCIA Coronagraph Instrument (SCI) of which the primary scientific objective is the characterization of Jovian exoplanets by coronagraphic spectroscopy in the infrared. Studies on binary shaped pupil mask coronagraphs are described. Cryogenic active optics is discussed as another key technology. Then approaches to observing habitable zones in exoplanetary systems with a passively-cooled space infrared telescope are discussed. The SCI was dropped in a drastic change of the SPICA mission. However, its legacy is useful for space-borne infrared telescopes dedicated for use in exoplanetary science in the future, especially for studies of biomarkers.

A Study on Sensible Approaches to Furniture (가구의 감성적 접근에 관한 연구)

  • Cha, Sung-Hee
    • Journal of the Korea Furniture Society
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    • v.18 no.1
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    • pp.47-55
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    • 2007
  • As the machinery-centered mechanism has been changing into human-entered digitalization and urbanization, industrial and social structures gradually become softer. Also in design, with the growing success in solving technological problems, a new dimensional concept is demanded, along with the expanded scope of design application. For the purpose of developing a furniture design contributing to better human life, the study aims to sufficiently examine senses and psychological conditions of human beings and explore the design practically meeting consumer's desires. It is necessary to systemize and establish the study on human senses as one of the scientific fields in the near future and work together with experts from a wide range of areas, by reflecting the outcomes of studies on furniture design. In addition, it is expected that exploration of sensible furniture meeting consumer's demands and effective understanding resulted problems will help such design applied to sociability and humanity problems in a reasonable manner as a sensible design.

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Emerging Frontiers of Graphene in Biomedicine

  • Byun, Jonghoe
    • Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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    • v.25 no.2
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    • pp.145-151
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    • 2015
  • Graphene is a next-generation biomaterial with increasing biomedical applicability. As a new class of one-atom-thick nanosheets, it is a true two-dimensional honeycomb network nanomaterial that attracts interest in various scientific fields and is rapidly becoming the most widely studied carbon-based material. Since its discovery in 2004, its unique optical, mechanical, electronic, thermal, and magnetic properties are the basis of exploration of the potential applicability of graphene. Graphene materials, such as graphene oxide and its reduced form, are studied extensively in the biotechnology arena owing to their multivalent functionalization and efficient surface loading with various biomolecules. This review provides a brief summary of the recent progress in graphene and graphene oxide biological research together with current findings to spark novel applications in biomedicine. Graphene-based applications are progressively developing; hence, the opportunities and challenges of this rapidly growing field are discussed together with the versatility of these multifaceted materials.

KMAG payload instrument of Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter

  • Jin, Ho;Kim, Khan-Hyuck;Son, Derac;Lee, Seongwhan;Lee, Hyojeong;Lee, Jung-Kyu;Lee, Mangyu;Lee, Seungah;Shin, Jehyuck;Garrick-Bethell, Ian
    • The Bulletin of The Korean Astronomical Society
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    • v.42 no.2
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    • pp.89.2-89.2
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    • 2017
  • Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) is a first Korean Lunar exploration mission. KPLO is equipped with four payloads in Korea and one payload in United States. KMAG is one of Korean payloads to measure the Moon's magnetic field. Moon has a no dipole magnetic field such as earth's global magnetic field. But there are many curious crustal magnetic anomalies. these features still do not well understood. This is a main scientific objective of KMAG payload and the study of space environment around moon is a second objective. KMAG has three magnetometers which are mounted in the edge of the 1.2 meter boom. This paper shows a KMAG's requirements, instrument description, and a preliminary function test results.

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Resistance to Abrasive Wear of Materials Used as Metallic Matrices in Diamond Impregnated Tools

  • Konstanty, Janusz;Kim, Tai-Woung;Kim, Sang-Beom
    • Proceedings of the Korean Powder Metallurgy Institute Conference
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    • 2006.09b
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    • pp.1132-1133
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    • 2006
  • Metal-bonded diamond impregnated tools are being increasingly used in the processing of stone and ceramics, road repair, petroleum exploration, etc. Although the main tool wear mechanisms have been identified, the scientific background is inadequate and fundamental research has to be carried out to better understand the tool field behaviour. This work addresses the complex issues of modelling abrasive wear of the metallic matrix under laboratory conditions. The generated data indicates that the matrix wear resistance can be assessed in a simple manner; whereas tests carried out on diamond impregnated specimens may aid prediction of the tool life in abrasive applications.

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Development of Underwater Vehicle Position Tracking Algorithm by using a Gyro-Doppler Sensor and Ultra Short Base Line (자이로 도플러 센서와 USBL을 통한 수중체 위치추적 알고리즘개발)

  • Kim, Deok-Jin;Park, Dong-Won;Park, Yeon-Sic
    • Journal of the Korea Institute of Information and Communication Engineering
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    • v.10 no.11
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    • pp.1973-1977
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    • 2006
  • This paper reports the absolute position tracking algorithm of underwater vehicles such as ROV, AUV in global region by fusing sensor informations of IMU, DVL, USBL, DGPS etc. This algorithm is to be used in the position tracking of the 6,000m class deep-sea unmanned underwater vehicle, HEMIRE for scientific exploration.

Exploration and Practice in Training Research Mathematics Teachers in the Middle Schools Located in the Countryside of Western China

  • Ding, Fengchao
    • Research in Mathematical Education
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    • v.11 no.4
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    • pp.265-274
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    • 2007
  • The middle school mathematics teachers of the countryside in western China have little chance to further their education and strengthen their research abilities. In this program, we should offer them chance to learn new educational ideas and teaching methods. There will be demonstration lectures and video teaching of course standards followed by group discussion and personalized instructions. These activities prepare the teachers to give their own demonstration lectures. This again is followed by additional personalized instructions. The teachers come to the program with very limited knowledge of these techniques but will leave with the ability to write educational scientific research papers.

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