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Analysis on Visual Preference Elements of Riverscape Axis (도시하천 류축경의 시각적 선호요소 분석)

  • 김용수;정계순;김수봉
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Landscape Architecture
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    • v.26 no.2
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    • pp.101-109
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    • 1998
  • Recently, improvement of the quality of urban riverscape environment has been emphasized not only by landscape architectural field but also by various professionals in planning and ecology. Regarding to this current movement, the aim of this paper is to highlight major visual elements of riverscape axis as a case study of Shinchon River in Taegu City to suggest some basic guidelines for arranging riverscape in urban area. The study was mainly based on Repertory Grid Development method which was developed in Japan. The method is consist of three steps such as decision of element landscape in study area for slide photos, selection of evaluation items for interview and obstraction of proper evaluation factors. The major findings through this study are as follows; 1) The 12 major visual elements which possibly improve riverscape, based on abstraction of proper evaluation factors, are Dunchi, surface of the water,, equipment of river, buildings near riverside, river vertical and horizontal facilities like bridge, fine view, riverbed, water plant, naturalness, water's edge line, harmony and street trees by order. 2) Total numbers of adjective which describe 12 common factors are 25, such as clean, open, stable, quiet, comfortable, friendly, bright, natural etc. In addition, Dunchi was described 337 times by various adjectives, surface of the water was 200 times and arrangement of river was 146 times which is similar result with the order of 12 influential common factors. 3) Therefore, Dunchi, surface of the water and equipment of river are three most important factors which could create better riverscape. These three factors implies us how we supply good quality of urban river environment for the urban residents.

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OPTIC NERVE INJURY DUE TO FACIAL FRACTURES (안면골 골절로 인한 시신경 손상)

  • Yang, Young-Cheol;Ryu, Soo-Jang;Kim, Jong-Bae
    • Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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    • v.16 no.4
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    • pp.428-437
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    • 1994
  • Optic nerve injury serious enough to result in blindness had been reported to occur in 3% of facial fractures. When blindness is immediate and complete, the prognosis for even partial recovery is poor. Progressive or incomplete visual loss may be ameliorated either by large dosage of steroid or by emergency optic nerve decompression, depending on the mechanism of injury, the degree of trauma to the optic canal, and the period of time that elapses between injury and medical intervention. We often miss initial assessment of visual function in management of facial fracture patients due to loss of consciousness, periorbital swelling and emergency situations. Delayed treatment of injuried optic nerve cause permanent blindness due to irreversible change of optic nerve. But by treating posttraumatic optic nerve injuries aggressively, usable vision can preserved in a number of patients. The following report concerns three who suffered visual loss due to optic nerve injury with no improvement after steroid therapy and/or optic nerve decompression surgery.

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The Effect of Voice Generalization on Puberphonia Patients via Generalization -Reinforced Visual Feedback Program: A Case Study (일반화를 강화한 시각적 피드백 프로그램이 무변성 환자의 음성 일반화에 미치는 영향 : 사례연구)

  • Kwon, Soon-Bok;Park, Hee-June;Jeong, Ok-Ran;Wang, Soo-Geun
    • Speech Sciences
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    • v.15 no.2
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    • pp.145-156
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    • 2008
  • The purpose of this study was to investigate the reason why puberphonia patients revisit hospitals after completion of its treatment and the effect of visual voice therapy on voice improvement. The subject the study included are two puberphonia patients who had been diagnosed by laryngologists. The patients who were diagnosed as puberphonia by the laryngologist and treated by the a speech pathologist, completed their treatment and revisited hospital. The study used laryngoscopy, acoustic and aerodynamic analysis before and after voice treatment to investigate what change happens and why generalization of treatment effect did not occur naturally in the daily life. Their voices of pre-therapy and post-therapy were analyzed on the aspects of acoustics, aerodynamics and laryngeal endoscopy. As a result, it was found that fundamental frequency(Fo) was significantly lowered in respect of acoustic change and maximum phonation time(MPT) was increased to some extent in respect of aerodynamic change. In addition, there was a laryngoscopic change and commissure glottic chink disappeared generally in the phonation. The reason why the generalization did not occur naturally in one’s daily routine was mainly due to the fact that high-pitched voicing was used for a long time. Other than that reason, negative reaction or attitude of surrounding people and lack of confidence were to blame for failure of generalization.

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A Study on the Generation Method of Visual-Auditory Feedback for BCI Rhythm Game (BCI 리듬게임을 위한 시청각 피드백 생성에 관한 연구)

  • Kim, Cheol-Min;Kang, Gyeong-Heon;Kim, Eun-Seok
    • Journal of Korea Game Society
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    • v.13 no.6
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    • pp.15-26
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    • 2013
  • In recent years, studies in BCI game with popular BCI devices are progressing actively by the development of BCI(Brain Computer Interface) techniques. Most of BCI games have developed as experimental contents for researching. On the game control paradigm, it is insufficient to conduct a study about induced methods of proper barinwave to control the BCI game. In this study, we suggest a rhythm game using BCI which has a new play element that visualizes the rhythm of music and represents the notes of music in sound and a generation method of visual-auditory feedback through the synchronization of the tempo of music with brainwave. Experimental Results make certain that our suggestion is possible for the improvement of game score through the induction of brainwave that is necessary to control the game.

A Case of Trigeminal Neuralgia Treated by Korean Medical Treatment Including Bee Venom Pharmacopuncture (삼차신경통에 대한 봉약침을 병행한 한방치료 치험 1예)

  • Yang, Tae-Jun;Lee, Jeong-Hun;Kim, Seon-Wook;Jeong, Joo-Yong;Wei, Tung-Shuen
    • Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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    • v.31 no.4
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    • pp.225-228
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    • 2014
  • Objectives : The purpose of this report is to show the clinical efficiency of korean medical treatments with Bee Venom pharmacopuncture therapy on patient of Trigeminal Neuralgia. Methods : The patient was treated with Bee Venom pharmacopuncture, acupuncture, electroacupuncture, cupping venesection treatment, and herbal medicine. Visual Analog Scale was used to evaluate the improvement of pain after all treatments. Results : Visual Analog Scale was improved from 10 to 2 after korean medical treatment including Bee Venom pharmacopuncture. Conclusions : Korean medical treatments with Bee Venom pharmacopuncture can be effective for improving symptoms of Trigeminal Neuralgia.

A Study on the Relativity Between the Theatre's Composition Principle and Urban Concept - Focused on the Productions that are Applied for International Ideas Competition for the Design of the Seoul Performing Arts Center - (극장의 구성 원리와 도시 개념의 상관성에 관한 연구 - Seoul Performing Art Center 국제 공모전을 중심으로 -)

  • Lim Jong-Yup;Kwon Ik-Hyun
    • Korean Institute of Interior Design Journal
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    • v.15 no.1 s.54
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    • pp.47-54
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    • 2006
  • Stages, in the theatrical spaces, were space, which incorporates aspects of cities. Hence, the stages have been constituted to materialize sequence of city, which has exact number, proportion and order of ideal city. In addition, it has accomplished change, which depends on type of performance with the social condition and culture of generation, city has. However, the original form of theatrical space were forgotten on account of the various changes of theatrical form with modem movement since the end of 19th century, and theatrical space, which does not relate with its space of city, was started to constitute. Particularly in contemporary society, the theatre can give vitality to the citizens, and also theatrical architecture as a commercial code has been a general form, though it takes important role, which improves cultural value with technical improvement of cities development of society. Thus, this study analyzed urbanity ,which theatres have incorporated historically, and deduced a correlativity from to be based on constitution of space in visual, perceptual, spatial constitution and functional role. Focused on published SPAC international competition, it was interpreted by contemporary focus, therefore, this experiment suggests constitution of theatrical spaces of information, takes urbanity, through to analyze visual, perceptual, spatial constitution and functional role in context of contemporary city.

Effects of Computerized Neurocognitive Function Program Induced Memory and Attention for Patients with Stroke (전산화 신경인지기능 프로그램(COMCOG, CNT)을 이용한 뇌졸중 환자의 기억력과 주의력 증진효과)

  • Shim, Jae-Myoung;Kim, Hwan-Hee;Lee, Yong-Seok
    • The Journal of Korean Physical Therapy
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    • v.19 no.4
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    • pp.25-32
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    • 2007
  • Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of computerized neurocognitive function program on cognitive function about memory and attention with stroke. Methods: 24subjects with stroke were recruited. Twelve of subjects received conventional therapy including physical therapy, occupational therapy and language therapy. Another subjects received additional computer assisted cognitive training using Computer-aided Cognitive rehabilitation training system(COMCOG, MaxMedica Inc., 2004). All patients were assessed their cognitive function of memory and attention using Computerized Neurocognitive Function Test(CNT, MaxMedica Inc., 2004) before treatment and 6 weeks after treatment. Results: Before the treatment, two groups showed no difference in cognitive function(p>0.05). After 6 weeks, two groups showed significantly difference in digit span (forward, backward), verbal learning(A5, $A1{\sim}A5$), auditory CPT(n), visual CPT(n)(p<0.05). After treatment, the experimental group showed a significant improvement of digit span(forward, backward), verbal learning(A5, $A1{\sim}A5$), visual span (forward, backward), auditory CPT(n, sec), visual CPT(n, sec), and trail-making (A, B)(p<0.05). Conclusion: Computerized neurocognitive function program would be improved cognitive function of memory and attention in patients with stoke.

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The Selection of Introducing Sounds to Soundscape Design (음풍경 디자인을 위한 도입음 선정에 관한 연구)

  • Song, Hyeok;Lee, Tae-Kang;Guk, Chan;Jang, Gil-Su
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society for Noise and Vibration Engineering Conference
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    • 2004.11a
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    • pp.810-813
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    • 2004
  • The task of introducing sounds leads to the realization of a comfortable acoustic environment and the design of good soundscape. This paper aims to rate the preference of environmental sounds suitable to the public spaces such as park, garden, bus terminal, urban street. And aims to search for the methodology how to select the introducing sounds by subjective and objective procedures. Seventeen kinds of introducing sounds were rated by nine adjectives in the presence of visual site informations. Also adequate sound levels were calculated by adjusting the volume of introducing sounds in the presence of the background sounds and visual informations. The results of psycho-acoustic experiments are as follows. 1. Proposal of various introducing sounds were evaluated to be possible at the rather calm natural park. 2. The introducing sounds which have opposite visual image or already existing at the place were evaluated not adequate to the sound circumstances of the place. 3. By the sounds with the same meaning, the identity of the street and the improvement of sound circumstance can be obtained.

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Effects of PNF Program on Neck Pain, Cervical Range of Motion, Pressure Pain, and Cervical Flexion-Relaxation Ratio in VDT Worker: a Case Study (VDT 직업 종사자의 목 통증, 목뼈 운동범위, 누름통증, 목뼈 굽힘-이완 비율에 PNF 프로그램이 미치는 영향: 증례보고)

  • Kim, Yong-Hun;Jung, Ju-Hyeon
    • PNF and Movement
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    • v.13 no.4
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    • pp.197-202
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    • 2015
  • Purpose: This study aimed to examine the effects of a proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) program on neck pain, cervical range of motion, pressure pain, and the cervical flexion-relaxation ratio in a visual display terminal (VDT) worker. Methods: We recruited a 33-year-old VDT worker diagnosed with chronic VDT syndrome. The subject was treated using a PNF program for 20 minutes a day, three times a week for six weeks. All evaluations were performed every two weeks on the first test day. Results: The PNF program resulted in a significant improvement in the subject's neck pain, cervical range of motion, pressure pain, and the cervical flexion-relaxation ratio after six weeks, in comparison to the subject's condition before treatment. Conclusion: The PNF program can be used effectively to improve neck pain, cervical range of motion, pressure pain, and the cervical flexion-relaxation ratio in visual display terminal (VDT) workers.

A Basic Research on the Streetscape in Rural Town Around Large Cities - Focused on 10 Small Towns near Gwangju Metropolitan City - (대도시 주변 면소재지 중심가로 경관분석을 위한 기초 연구 - 광주광역시 인근 10개 소재지를 중심으로 -)

  • Kim, Young Tae;Cho, Tong Buhm
    • Journal of Korean Society of Rural Planning
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    • v.28 no.2
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    • pp.11-20
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    • 2022
  • As a portal to rural town, Myeon near large cities is expected to represent image of the rural area. But, the landscape are changing rapidly due to development pressure and to the expansion of the transportation network. For visitors and transit traffic, Recognizing that the characteristics of the streetscape is an important task for the vitalization of the rural district. In particular, it was found that the visual quantity of the central street in the location of the town was closely related to the preference of the streetscape, and the visual quantity of trees and the visual quantity of the building showed an inverse relationship of + and - respectively. Since this is not a simple ratio of the sky to the building, but a relative factor, the possibility of landscape improvement can be improved through management of public facilities or green spaces and maintenance of open spaces or gaps between buildings. It seems that it is necessary to secure separate means for the management of the architectural landscape, such as the establishment of a special landscape plan or establishment of ordinances.