• 대한원격탐사학회지
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• 제28권2호
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• pp.227-235
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• 2012

InSAR (Interferometric SAR) 기법을 이용한 DEM 추출은 두 SAR 영상의 정합, 간섭도 생성, 위상 필터링, 위상 unwrapping, 고도변환, 좌표계 변환 등 매우 복잡한 단계를 필요로 한다. 본 연구에서는 unwrapped 위상을 고도값으로 변환하는 과정에 대한 정밀도 향상을 위한 알고리즘을 개발하였다. 개발된 알고리즘은 지구타원체를 고려하여 수정된 ambiguity 방법, Schw$\ddot{a}$bisch 방법과 더불어 두 SAR 자료의 궤도가 평행하지 않을 때 발생하는 오차를 현저히 줄일 수 있는 개선된 ambiguity 방법이다. JERS-1 궤도를 이용한 알고리즘 성능 분석을 통해 기존 ambiguity 알고리즘은 두 개의 SAR 영상 궤도가 평행하지 않은 경우, 간섭위상의 고도변환 과정 중에 약 40 m 이상의 오차가 발생할 수 있음을 확인하였다. 개발된 알고리즘은 JERS-1과 같은 위성궤도의 불안정 또는 ERS2-ENVISAT Cross-InSAR를 위한 궤도 제어 등 다양한 원인에 의해 발생할 수 있는 평행하지 않는 두 위성 궤도 자료의 간섭쌍을 이용한 정밀 InSAR DEM 생성에 매우 효과적으로 활용될 수 있다.

• 한국표면공학회지
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• 제52권3호
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• pp.163-170
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• 2019

Durability of instrument is one of the most important factor to ensure accurate treatment and decrease failure for the orthopedic surgical operation. Normally, a set-screw driver tip has been processed with hard coating for their higher durability and wear resistance. And several surface modification methods were obtained such as titanium nitride (TiN) coating, diamond like carbon coating, other nitriding, and etc. In this study, we have surface modified on set-screw driver tip with TiN and DLC, investigated whether the TiN and DLC coatings affect the mechanical properties and durability of the set-screw driver tip in the pedicle screw system. The surface morphologies were observed with scanning-electron microscopy (SEM), and the static/dynamic torsional properties were investigated with universal testing machine based on ASTM F543. Coating thickness of each coatings were commonly around $1^{\circ}C$. Static torsional stiffness, and ultimate torque values for DLC and TiN coated samples were significantly higher than those of non-coated sample by the pared T-test. Surface morphology of after the dynamic torsional test was more clean with less scratch or friction traces from DLC coating than that of TiN coating and non-coated sample.

• 대한청각학회지
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.80-88
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• 2021

Background and Objectives: Non-linear frequency compression (NLFC) technology compresses and shifts higher frequencies into a lower frequency area that has better residual hearing. Because consonants are uttered in the high-frequency area, NLFC could provide better speech understanding. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical effectiveness of NLFC technology on the perception of speech and music in patients with high-frequency hearing loss. Subjects and Methods: Twelve participants with high-frequency hearing loss were tested in a counter-balanced order, and had two weeks of daily experience with NLFC set on/off prior to testing. Performance was repeatedly evaluated with consonant tests in quiet and noise environments, speech perception in noise, music perception and acceptableness of sound quality rating tasks. Additionally, two questionnaires (the Abbreviated Profile of Hearing Aid Benefit and the Korean version of the International Outcome Inventory-Hearing Aids) were administered. Results: Consonant and speech perception improved with hearing aids (NLFC on/off conditions), but there was no significant difference between NLFC on and off states. Music perception performances revealed no notable difference among unaided and NLFC on and off states. The benefits and satisfaction ratings between NLFC on and off conditions were also not significantly different, based on questionnaires, however great individual variability preferences were noted. Conclusions: Speech perception as well as music perception both in quiet and noise environments was similar between NLFC on and off states, indicating that real world benefits from NLFC technology may be limited in Korean adult hearing aid users.

• Journal of Audiology & Otology
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.80-88
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• 2021

Background and Objectives: Non-linear frequency compression (NLFC) technology compresses and shifts higher frequencies into a lower frequency area that has better residual hearing. Because consonants are uttered in the high-frequency area, NLFC could provide better speech understanding. The aim of this study was to investigate the clinical effectiveness of NLFC technology on the perception of speech and music in patients with high-frequency hearing loss. Subjects and Methods: Twelve participants with high-frequency hearing loss were tested in a counter-balanced order, and had two weeks of daily experience with NLFC set on/off prior to testing. Performance was repeatedly evaluated with consonant tests in quiet and noise environments, speech perception in noise, music perception and acceptableness of sound quality rating tasks. Additionally, two questionnaires (the Abbreviated Profile of Hearing Aid Benefit and the Korean version of the International Outcome Inventory-Hearing Aids) were administered. Results: Consonant and speech perception improved with hearing aids (NLFC on/off conditions), but there was no significant difference between NLFC on and off states. Music perception performances revealed no notable difference among unaided and NLFC on and off states. The benefits and satisfaction ratings between NLFC on and off conditions were also not significantly different, based on questionnaires, however great individual variability preferences were noted. Conclusions: Speech perception as well as music perception both in quiet and noise environments was similar between NLFC on and off states, indicating that real world benefits from NLFC technology may be limited in Korean adult hearing aid users.

• Geomechanics and Engineering
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• 제33권2호
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• pp.175-182
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• 2023

In general, the design of structures and its construction processes are fundamentally dependent on their foundation and supporting ground. Thus, it is imperative to understand the behavior of the soil under certain stress and drainage conditions. As it is well known that certain characteristics and behaviors of soils with fines are highly dependent on water content, it is critical to accurately measure and identify the status of the soils in terms of water contents. Liquid limit is one of the important soil index properties to define such characteristics. However, liquid limit measurement can be affected by the proficiency of the operator. On the other hand, dynamic properties of soils are also necessary in many different applications and current testing methods often require special equipment in the laboratory, which is often expensive and sensitive to test conditions. In order to address these concerns and advance the state of the art, this study explores a novel method to determine the liquid limit of cohesive soil by employing video-based vibration analysis. In this research, the modal characteristics of cohesive soil columns are extracted from videos by utilizing phase-based motion estimation. By utilizing the proposed method that analyzes the optical flow in every pixel of the series of frames that effectively represents the motion of corresponding points of the soil specimen, the vibration characteristics of the entire soil specimen could be assessed in a non-contact and non-destructive manner. The experimental investigation results compared with the liquid limit determined by the standard method verify that the proposed method reliably and straightforwardly identifies the liquid limit of clay. It is envisioned that the proposed approach could be applied to measuring liquid limit of soil in practical field, entertaining its simple implementation that only requires a digital camera or even a smartphone without the need for special equipment that may be subject to the proficiency of the operator.

• 대한토목학회논문집
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• 제26권3A호
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• pp.429-437
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• 2006

본 연구에서는 아스팔트 포장의 표층을 구성하고 있는 아스팔트 혼합물의 점탄성(Viscoelasticity) 거동을 규명하기 위하여 먼저 기존의 일반적인 역학적 모델을 고찰하였으며, 차량의 단일 축 하중을 고려한 점탄성 모델식을 제안하고 그 모델에 대한 기본식을 유도하였다. 또한, 제안된 모델식의 검증을 위해서 시험구간에 대하여 비파괴시험을 실시하였으며 하중 이력에 따른 변형률과 처짐값을 산출하고 이를 제안된 모델식의 계산값과 비교분석하였다. 분석 결과, 시험값과 모델식의 결과값의 오차가 거의 없음을 알 수 있었으며, 시간에 따른 처짐의 양상만을 비교해 볼 때, 본 연구에서 제안한 모델식에 의해서 실제 하중에 의한 포장의 처짐을 예측하는 것이 가능하다는 결론을 얻을 수 있었다.

• 의료ㆍ복지 건축 : 한국의료복지건축학회 논문집
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.37-44
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• 2023

Purpose: Currently, research on environmental conditions and finishing materials for medical facilities with proven antiviral performance is poor in Korea. Through this study, we have explored environmental characteristics and finishing materials that can be used to control cross-infection when constructing medical facilities. Methods: Experiments in overseas papers related to antiviral effects of environmental conditions, spatial compartments, and interior finishes have been analyzed. Results: The higher the temperature, the higher the humidity, and the higher the illuminance of sunlight, the lower the viability of the corona-virus. The proliferation of viruses was suppressed on the surface of the copper alloy. Materials such as brushed steel are the ones that maintain the strongest viability. Among the characteristics of the surface, survival and propagation power differ depending on whether it is porous or hydrophilic. In the case of infection ward actually operated in Italy, the presence of airborne viruses in contaminated and non-contaminated spaces differed significantly. Corona-virus has been identified in reachable parts such as door handles and medical shelves in quasi-contaminated spaces, which are spaces between contaminated and non-contaminated spaces, but the corona-virus has not been identified in cases of out-of-touch walls. Implications: It is necessary to evaluate the performance by testing the construction finishing materials of infection control facilities according to domestic conditions.

• 대한한의학회지
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• 제45권1호
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• pp.100-113
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• 2024

Objectives: Following the global COVID-19 pandemic, with the escalation of remote medical care formalization in Korea, there is a pressing need for objective data in the Korean medicine field to respond to remote treatment medical care policies. This study aims to investigate the perceptions and acceptance of remote treatments among Korean Medicine Doctors (KMDs). Methods: After expert reviews and pilot testing, the 31-question survey covered participant characteristics, experiences, forms, intentions, and perceptions related to Remote Treatments. The survey was electronically distributed to members of the Association of Korean Medicine, and 662 clinical KMDs provided valid responses. Results: Among respondents, 76.1% engaged in remote treatments, utilizing various platforms. Those with experience in Remote Treatments showed a significantly higher willingness to continue participating during the institutionalization process (p<0.001). 49.7% of respondents stated that traditional Korean medicine is competitive in remote treatments, with the main reasons being the ability for regular management after herbal medication(26.1%) and increased patient satisfaction due to sufficient counseling compared to Western medicine(25.2%). Respondents preferred Remote Treatment conditions with a treatment time of less than 10 minutes(47.6%) and equivalent fees to in-person visits(45.6%). Regarding suitable intervention tools during Remote Treatment, respondents favored non-covered herbal prescriptions(39.0%), covered herbal granules(24.6%), and non-covered herbal granules(23.0%). Conclusion: This study investigated the perceptions and acceptance of KMDs regarding remote treatments. These findings provide valuable insights for policymakers aiming to establish effective policies for Remote Treatments suitable for the Korean medicine healthcare environment.

• 핵의학기술
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• 제23권1호
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• pp.29-34
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• 2019

본 연구는 기존 안내문에서 사용하고 있는 문어체의 글자와 배열, 형태 등을 시각적으로 디자인 및 재배치 함으로써 환자의 이해도 및 검사에 미치는 영향에 대해 평가 하였다. 서울아산병원 핵의학과 영상검사에서 가장 많은 비중을 차지하는 Bone Scan과 $^{201}Thallium$ Myocardium Perfusion SPECT의 Rest Scan 안내문을 개선 대상으로 선정하고, 원내 이노베이션센터와 협의하여 새롭게 디자인 하였다. 2016년 11월부터 2017년 2월은 기존의 안내문을, 2017년 3월부터 5월은 개선된 안내문을 사용하였으며, 개선 전후의 비교를 위해 해당 시기에 Bone Scan을 시행한 환자를 대상으로 안내문에 제시된 전처치 준수 및 그에 따른 영상의 질, 검사 소요시간을 측정하였고, $^{201}Thallium$ Myocardium Perfusion SPECT를 시행한 환자를 대상으로 안내문의 내용 이해에 대한 설문조사와 안내 후 재질문 하는 환자 및 질문유형, 안내문의 내용을 이행하지 않은 환자수를 분석하였다. 개선 후에는 Bone Scan은 전 처치가 미흡한 환자와 그로 인해 추가 영상이 필요한 환자가 감소하였고 평균 검사 소요시간은 안내문 개선 후 추가 영상 획득 시간의 감소로 약 2분 감소하였다. $^{201}Thallium$ Myocardium Perfusion SPECT의 경우 안내문의 내용 이해에 대한 5가지 문항에서 모두 이해도가 증가한 결과를 얻었으며, 검사 관련 재질문 하는 환자와 안내문의 내용을 이행하지 않은 환자 모두 감소하였다. 검사 안내문은 일방적이고 단순한 정보 제공이 아니라 환자 및 보호자와의 원활한 소통으로 이어지며, 영상품질과 업무 효율성을 향상시키고 나아가 검사 소요시간의 관리로 생산성 향상에도 도움을 줄 것으로 사료된다.

• 비파괴검사학회지
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• 제22권5호
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• pp.465-473
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• 2002

영상 데이타는 전송, 검출 및 처리과정에서 여러 잡음에 의해 훼손될 수 있다. 적응성 가중 메디안 필터라는 공간변화 필터를 사용하여 방사선 투과영상의 양자 잡음을 제거하였다. 제안된 필터는 처리 윈도우 내 각 픽셀의 국소 통계치의 변화에 따라 필터의 성능이 변화하여 에지를 최대한 보존하면서 잡음만을 제거하고자 이러한 국소 통계 값에 근거한 적응성 가중 메디안 휠터 (AWMF)를 제시한다. AWMF를 구현함에 있어 두 가지 방법으로 나뉘는데, 우선 국소 통계의 특성에 따라 3개의 영역으로 분류하여 가중치를 부여하는 간단한 비선형 필터이고, 다음으로는 잡음모델로부터 국소 통계의 특성에 따라 경계(edge) 영역과 균일 영역으로 구분하여 영상시스템에 적당한 균일 척도 값을 구하여 영상의 공간적인 변화 정도를 판단하는 기준이 되도록 하였다. 제안한 알고리듬은 IBM-PC 상에서 C 언어로 구현하였으며 AWMF가 다른 잡음 제거 필터들과의 성능 비교를 통하여 경계는 보존하면서 잡음은 최대한 제거하는 우수한 필터임을 검증하였다.