• Advances in nano research
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.123-131
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• 2020

Conventional fabrics that have modified in to conductive fabrics using conductive nanomaterials have novel applications in different fields. These of fabrics can be used as heat generators with the help of the Joule heating mechanism, which is applicable in thermal therapy and to maintain the warmth in cold weather conditions in a wearable manner. A modified fabric can also be used as a sensor for body temperature measurements using the variation of resistance with respect to the body temperature deviations. In this study, polyol synthesized silver nanowires (Ag NWs) are incorporated to commercially available cotton fabrics by using drop casting method to modify the fabric as a thermogenic temperature sensor. The variation of sheet resistance of the fabrics with respect to the incorporated mass of Ag NWs was measured by four probe technique while the bulk resistance variation with respect to the temperature was measured using a standard ohm meter. Heat generation profiles of the fabrics were investigated using thermo graphic camera. Electrically conductive fabrics, fabricated by incorporating 30 mg of Ag NWs in 25 ㎠ area of cotton fabric can be heated up to a maximum steady state temperature of 45℃, using a commercially available 9 V battery.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제50권5호
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• pp.639-647
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• 2018

In this study, the effects of selecting water/silver nanofluid as both a coolant and a reactivity controller during the first operating cycle of a light water nuclear reactor are investigated. To achieve this, coupled neutronic-thermo-hydraulic analysis is employed to simulate the reactor core. A detailed VVER1000/446 reactor core is modeled in monte carlo code (MCNP), and the model is verified using the porous media approach. Results show that the maximum required level of silver nanoparticles is 1.3 Vol.% at the beginning of the cycle; this value drops to zero at the end of cycle. Due to substitution of water/boric acid with water/Ag nanofluid, reactor operation time at maximum power extends to 357.3 days, and the energy generation increases by about 27.3%. The higher negative coolant temperature coefficient of reactivity in the presence of nanofluid in comparison with the water/boric acid indicates that the reactor is inherently safer. Considering the safety margins in the presence of the nanofluid, minimum departure from nucleate boiling ratio is calculated to be 2.16 (recommendation is 1.75).

• Biomolecules & Therapeutics
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.399-405
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• 2012

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are widely used nanoparticles and they are mainly used in antibacterial and personal care products. In this study, we evaluated the effect of AgNPs on cell death induction in the murine dendritic cell line DC2.4. DC2.4 cells exposed to AgNPs showed a marked decrease in cell viability and an induction of lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) leakage in a time- and dose-dependent manner. In addition, AgNPs promoted reactive oxygen species (ROS)-dependent apoptosis and AgNP-induced ROS triggered a decrease in mitochondrial membrane potential. The activation of the intracellular signal transduction pathway was also observed in cells cultured with AgNPs. Taken together, our data demonstrate that AgNPs are able to induce a cytotoxic effect in DCs through ROS generation. This study provides important information about the safety of AgNPs that may help in guiding the development of nanotechnology applications.

• 한국BIM학회 논문집
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• 제5권4호
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• pp.47-52
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• 2015

This paper presents a case study using Building Information Modeling (BIM) for planning, simulating, and implementing complex site logistics in a headquarter office building construction project in Silver Spring, MD. As part of the project a prefabricated 92ft structural tube steel pedestrian connector bridge was installed between two adjacent buildings in the city of Silver Spring, MD. There were multiple significant challenges to deliver, offload, prepare, and install the connector bridge safely, on time, and with the minimum disturbances to the neighbors. BIM was of the foremost importance to visualize, simulate, analyze, improve, and communicate the site logistics plan from delivery to installation of the connector bridge. As a result of the effort, GC of the project was able to prepare a highly detailed plan, communicate it effectively to all stakeholders, and flawlessly execute the work as planned. This case study would provide a useful reference for contractors who are seeking a better planning method that enables generation of more accurate, implementable, optimized plans for complex site logistics.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제13권7호
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• pp.323-331
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• 2015

21세기는 전 세계적으로 빠른 속도로 초고령화 사회로 진입하고 있다. 이중 실버세대의 사용자들은 시각적, 청각적, 물리적인 노화가 진행되고 있고, 정보의 80% 이상을 처리하는 시각이 노화함에 따라 GUI 디자인융복합 연구가 필요하다. 본 연구는 스마트폰 GUI의 기본 구성 요소인 색상, 글자(text), 아이콘(icon) 요소에 대해 실버세대를 대상으로 조사함으로써 적합한 시각적인 요소를 도출하여 실버세대의 스마트폰 사용자를 위한 스마트폰 GUI 디자인 융복합 가이드라인을 제시하고자 한다. 이를 위해 선행연구논문 및 관련서적 등의 내용을 고찰하여 UX디자인 전문가와 평가항목을 도출하였으며, 설문에 필요한 화면을 디자인 및 제작하였다. 65세 이상의 고령자 101명을 조사하여 실버세대를 위한 스마트폰 GUI 디자인융복합 가이드라인을 제시하였다.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.151-159
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• 2016

Nanoparticles have wide-scale applications in various areas, including medicine, chemistry, electronics, and energy generation. Several physical, biological, and chemical methods have been used for synthesis of silver nanoparticles. Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using plants provide advantages over other methods as it is easy, efficient, and eco-friendly. Nanoparticles have been extensively studied as potential antimicrobials to target pathogenic and multidrug-resistant microorganisms. Their applications recently extended to development of antivirals to inhibit viral infections. In this study, we synthesized silver nanoparticles using Cinnamomum cassia (Cinnamon) and evaluated their activity against highly pathogenic avian influenza virus subtype H7N3. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized using UVVis absorption spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Cinnamon bark extract and its nanoparticles were tested against H7N3 influenza A virus in Vero cells and the viability of cells was determined by tetrazolium dye (MTT) assay. The silver nanoparticles derived from Cinnamon extract enhanced the antiviral activity and were found to be effective in both treatments, when incubated with the virus prior to infection and introduced to cells after infection. In order to establish the safety profile, Cinnamon and its corresponding nanoparticles were tested for their cytotoxic effects in Vero cells. The tested concentrations of extract and nanoparticles (up to 500 μg/ml) were found non-toxic to Vero cells. The biosynthesized nanoparticles may, hence, be a promising approach to provide treatment against influenza virus infections.

• 한국의류산업학회지
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• 제16권5호
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• pp.811-821
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• 2014

The purposes of this study were to investigate difference on recognition, preference, satisfaction and possession of functional textile clothing in psychological comfort groups according to gender and age of the elderly and suggest optimal physical, mental and healthy functional textiles for the elderly. The data was collected from 262 respondents in their age of over 55, who lived in Busan. SPSS 21.0 was used and t-test, cross tabulation analysis, frequency analysis, and descriptive analysis were performed for analysis. The results are as follows. First, high groups of psychological comfort for both gender and age of the elderly showed higher recognition and preference of functional textiles, especially in the high groups of the new silver generation and women. Second, the high groups of psychological comfort for both gender and age of the elderly showed higher satisfaction of functional textiles. However, it was lower than preference of functional textiles. Last, the possession of major clothing function over all the elderly was comfort, fitting motion adaptability, and health safety function in order. Low groups of psychological comfort possessed fitting motion adaptability textile clothing more than the high groups, and the high groups of psychological comfort possessed comfort and health safety textile clothing more than low groups. In conclusion, this research showed the importance of functional textiles for the elderly in terms of psychological comfort as well as the need for healthy comfort textiles for the advanced activities of daily life.

• 의료ㆍ복지 건축 : 한국의료복지건축학회 논문집
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.37-50
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• 2019

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze the space planning of the Senior Center which was supplied recently in apartment complex, to activate the spaces suitable for the changes and needs of the elderly and to explore the complex functions as a community space where intergenerational exchanges are possible. In other words, we sought implications for the physical plan of the district as a community base space and searched for improvement plan. Methods: The survey was conducted by five large private sectors of construction, and 10 of them were built after 2010 in an urban area(Seoul). Literature review, data analysis, field survey and interview were used for the research method. Results: As a result, it was difficult to meet the demands of various elderly people in the space planning, program and operation mode at the current level. In particular, the Baby Boomer generation as an active silver generation will not use the Senior Center. Therefore, based on the results of the survey, we propose some of the following about the Senior Center in apartment complex. First, it is necessary to change the term "the Senior Center" as defined in Article 55-2 of the "Regulations on Housing Construction Standards, etc.". Second, the criteria for setting up the elderly complex space should be presented specifically. Third, it is necessary to secure financial resources in operation and management. Finally, it is necessary to support the residents' organization for community revitalization. Implication: Through the amendment of the laws, it will be possible for various generations to have opportunities to interact by activating the existing community spaces for seniors. It will also contribute to improving the community of apartment complexes.

• 융합정보논문지
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• 제11권6호
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• pp.181-187
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• 2021

화장품 시장은 2026년의 초고령사회(Super aged society)가 예측되는 만큼 타 산업과 비교하여 지속적 시장 창출이 기대되는 산업이고, 우리나라 역시 고령화 시대의 진입 속에서 항노화에 관한 관심이 증대되고, 이에 관한 결과로 기능성 화장품에 대한 수요가 증가가 나타났다. 특히, 노년층을 위한 기능성 성분 소재에 관한 연구가 증가하고 있다. 소재 개발의 연구는 화장품 산업에 있어서 신제품 개발로 이어지는 아주 중요한 과정이다. 본 연구는 학술정보시스템(Research information Shining Service, RISS)을 이용하여 국내 천연주름 개선 기능성 화장품 소재개발을 주제로 한 연구를 중심으로 주름 개선화장품의 연구 방향에 대한 여러 가지 주름생성 저해 방법을 실험한 결과와 신소재에 대한 안전하면서도 주름 개선기능이 탁월한 천연 소재 주름 개선 기능성 성분에 관한 최신 연구 동향을 살펴보았다.

• 한국콘텐츠학회논문지
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• 제21권3호
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• pp.114-120
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• 2021

인간의 주거 영역에 있어서 가구는 필수적인 요소이며 특히 다양하고 유연한 배치와 공간의 성격을 명확하게 구분하고 디자인의 통일성 추구에 적합한 시스템가구의 필요성은 점차 확대되어 가고 있다. 우리나라의 고령인구는 현재 15%를 상회하고 있으며 2050년에는 약 40% 가까이 될것으로 전망되고 있다. 증가하고 있는 노인세대는 정보의 공유와 건강관리, 자녀로부터의 독립을 추구하는 등의 기존과는 다른 행동적 양식을 보여주고 있다. 독립적인 일상 생활의 유지를 위해 안정적 주거환경은 필수가 되었으나 인지능력 및 신체적 능력의 저하로 인해 가구로 인한 안전사고가 증가한다는 연구결과로 볼 때 이에 맞는 가구의 필요성이 증가하였다. 따라서 고령인의 생물학적 변화와 특성을 파악하고 시스템가구의 개념정의, 범위 및 한계를 연구하였다. 또한 가전시장의 변화와 가전시장의 트렌드를 파악하여 고령세대가 요구하는 시스템가구의 디자인 방향성을 제시하였다.