• Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention
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• 제15권23호
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• pp.10251-10254
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• 2015

Uterine cancer is the most common invasive gynaecological cancer in Australia. Early detection is a key predictive factor achieved by increasing public awareness and participation in screening. This observational study measures awareness of gynaecological malignancies, particularly uterine, among women in two rural areas of New South Wales, Australia. Patients presenting to gynaecology clinics in January to March 2014 were invited to complete a structured questionnaire. Women with a history of cancer and incomplete questionnaires were excluded. Of the 382 patients invited to participate, 329 (86%) responded with complete feedback. Most respondents were younger than than 50 years (66%) and married with at least 2 children (74%). The majority (94%) of participants had no awareness of uterine cancer and many (46%) were unable to identify common risk factors including obesity, diabetes and hypertension. The ability to identify risk factors was correlated to age, marital status and obesity. The study identifies poor awareness on uterine malignancies in two typical areas of rural Australia. Although external validity is limited by sociological factors, poor awareness of uterine cancer among rural patients in this study represents a valid public health concern. It is imperative to improve awareness of uterine cancer and available screening programs to facilitate early detection and cure.

• 한국지리정보학회지
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• 제3권1호
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• pp.1-11
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• 2000

본 논문에서는 인공위성으로부터 얻어진 다중스펙트럼영상의 부호화 방법을 다룬다. 위성영상의 공간 및 스펙트럼 해상도가 급속도로 향상되면서 처리해야 할 다중스펙트럼 영상의 데이터량은 엄청나게 증가하였다. 이에 따라 위성영상을 활용하기 위해서는 효율적으로 부호화하는 기술이 필요하다. 본 논문에서는 벡터양자화에 근거한 예측부호화, 영상의 quadtree 분할, 그리고 예측오차의 압축을 위한 DCT를 복합적으로 적용한 부호화 기법을 제시한다. 벡터양자화를 통해 대역영상간의 공간적인 특징이 동일하다는 점을 이용한 예측을 하고, 영상분할을 통해 영상의 공간적인 정보량에 따라 적응적으로 비트를 할당하며, DCT를 통해 예측오차의 공간적응적인 부호화를 수행한다. Landsat TM 영상을 대상으로 수행한 실험을 통해 제안 알고리듬의 위성영상 압축기법으로서의 타당성을 보였다.

• 한국간호교육학회지
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.61-71
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• 2002

purpose : The purpose of this study was to find out the influencing factors of smoking-cessation behavior of patients with coronary heart disease and to suggest the model of smoking-cessation behavior which was based on the relationship between influencing factors and then to test its fitness empirically. method : This study was based on the Theory of Reasoned Action and a hypothetical model was constructed with fifteen paths in consideration of main predictive factors of smoking-cessation behavior such as biological factor, disease-related characteristics, self-efficacy, supportive factor, environmental factor, disease-related perception factor, intention-to-quit, and psychological factor. The validity of a smoking- cessation model was tested to 264 patients with coronary heart disease by using SPSS 8.0 and Window LISREL 8.12a. results : 1. Seven of the 15 paths of smoking-cessation behavior proved to be significant. 2. The final model excluded three paths in the hypothetical model was demonstrated to be improved by $x^2$=44.31 (df=38, p=.22), Goodness of Fit Index (GFI)=.98, Adjusted Goodness of Fit Index (AGFI)=.96, Non-Normed Fit Index(NNFI)=1.00, Normed Fit Index(NFI)=1.00, and Root Mean Square Residual(RMR)=.24. 3.The smoking-cessation behavior was influenced directly by biological factor, self-efficacy, supportive factor, environmental factor, intention-to-quit, and psychological factor. The smoking-cessation behavior was accounted for 82% of variance by these factors. conclusion : although the adolescents' smoking behavior can be predicted by only smoking intention, it is hard to predict the adults' smoking-cessation behavior by only this factor. Therefore, intention-to-quit, self-efficacy, supportive factor should be improved because these are promotive factors for smoking-cessation behavior. Biological factor, environmental factor, and psychological factor are inhibitive factors, so nicotine replacement therapy is helpful to the high nicotine-dependents, and ex-smokers avoid other smokers in their environment and also patients should learn and practice the stress coping-skills.

• 대한전기학회논문지:전력기술부문A
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• 제55권10호
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• pp.426-432
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• 2006

This paper describes the concepts of Static Line Rating (SLR) and Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) and the computational methods to demonstrate them. Calculation of the line capacity needs the heat balance equation which is also used for computing the reduced tension in terms of line aging. SLR is calculated with the data from the worst condition of weather throughout the year. Even now, the utilization ratio is obtained from this SLR data in Korea. DLR is the improved method compared to SLR. A process for DLR reveals not only improved line ratings but also more accurate allowed line ratings based on line aging and real time conditions of weather. In order to reflect overhead transmission line aging in DLR, this paper proposes the method that considers the amount of decreased tension since the lines have been installed. Therefore, the continuous allowed temperature for remaining life time is newly acquired. In order to forecast DLR, this paper uses weather forecast models, and applies the concept of Thermal Overload Risk Probability (TORP). Then, the new concept of Dynamic Utilization Ratio (DUR) is defined, replacing Static Utilization Ratio (SUR). For the case study, the two main transmission lines which are responsible for the north bound power flow in the Seoul metropolitan area are chosen for computing line rating and utilization ratio. And then line rating and utilization ratio are analyzed for each transmission line, so that comparison of the present and estimated utilization ratios becomes available. Finally, this paper proves the validity of predictive DUR as the objective index, with simulations of emergency state caused by system outages, overload and so on.

• 한국실내디자인학회논문집
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• 제15권6호
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• pp.205-212
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• 2006

The premise of this study is that an ultimate objective in planning an exhibition space is spectators' experiences shaped by a result of their first-hand experiences and responses within an exhibition space, and this result can be recognized in the spectators' movement. Thus, the sign system that can directly affects viewers' main line of flow and movement patterns was examined vis--vis a mutually complementary relation in a triangular composition with the structure of exhibition space and the exhibition contents. Based on the findings, predictive values before and after a complementary application of the sign system to the structure of exhibition space was analyzed and its validity was assessed. The results of this research analysis were drawn as follows. It was shown that an understanding of the locations of direction signs and the degree of recognition can function as an important factor to predict viewers' movement, along with an understanding of topological characteristics of an exhibition space. In terms of the connection and disconnection of space units that form the space structure, it suggests that the distribution of signs and the degree of recognition can adjust the degree of connection and disconnection. Even though exhibition spaces for research subjects were selected from a relatively large number of museums, but the research was limited with a focus on the structure of exhibition space and sign systems. Thus, it is proposed that future studies should be conducted by including varieties of exhibition and environmental factors.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제11권10호
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• pp.305-311
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• 2013

경제시장의 규모가 지속적으로 발전함에 따라 올바른 의사결정을 위하여 경제시장을 정확하게 예측하는 문제가 중요한 문제로 떠오르고 있다. 현대 경제시스템을 표현하는 다양한 경제지표 중 가장 큰 축인 주식지표의 올바른 이해와 분석 그리고 의사결정문제에 적용을 위하여 시계열자료의 모델에 적합한 은닉마아코프모델과 이를 토대로 시계열자료의 시간 및 계산비용의 절감을 위한 차원감소기법들을 모델의 추정과 예측 문제에 적용하였으며 그 유효성을 확인하였다. 실험 결과, 은닉마아코프모델과 차원감소기법을 적용한 모델 모두에서 장기예측보다는 단기의 예측에서 최적의 모델 추정과 유사패턴 예측률이 모두 실제의 자료와 매우 유사함을 확인할 수 있었다.

• Membrane and Water Treatment
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• 제7권3호
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• pp.223-240
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• 2016

In this study, poly(vinyl-alcohol) and water insoluble ${\beta}$-cyclodextrin polymer (${\beta}$-CDP) cross-linked with citric acid, have been used as macrocyclic carrier in the preparation of polymer inclusion membranes (PIMs) for aniline (as molecule model) extraction from aqueous media. The obtained membranes were firstly characterized by X-ray diffraction, Fourier transform infrared and water swelling test. The transport of aniline was studied in a two-compartment transport cell under various experimental conditions, such as carrier content in the membranes, stirring rate and initial aniline concentration. The kinetic study was performed and the kinetic parameters were calculated as rate constant (k), permeability coefficient (P) and flux (J). These first results demonstrated the utility of such polymeric membranes for environmental decontamination of toxic organic molecules like aniline. Predictive modeling of transport flux through these materials was then studied using design of experiments; the design chosen was a two level full factorial design $2^k$. An empirical correlation between aniline transport flux and independent variables (Poly ${\beta}$-CD membrane content, agitation speed and initial aniline concentration) was successfully obtained. Statistical analysis showed that initial aniline concentration of the solution was the most important parameter in the study domain. The model revealed the existence of a strong interaction between the Poly ${\beta}$-CD membrane content and the stirring speed of the source solution. The good agreement between the model and the experimental transport data confirms the model's validity.

• 산업경영시스템학회지
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• 제37권1호
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• pp.9-25
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• 2014

It is very important to select the best employees who are suitable for their jobs and duties as considering the efficiency and productivity of the firms' performance. As a result, many kinds of selection methodologies and systems have been developed. Among them is the selection system based on the core competencies which is known as the superior selection systems that can increase the predictive validity who is the right people, compared to the traditional selection system based on the job analysis. Hence, the former has been focused in the complex business situation in recent years. In this case study, we examine the selection system case based on the core competencies of OSS team in Company A, which is one of the largest telecommunication firms and we suggest the implications. According to the results of this case study, defining the core competencies of the job and selecting the right people who had the related competencies not only decreased the turnover rate of OSS team in Company A, but also increased the employees' loyalty and satisfaction for the organizations. This study will be a benchmark to other departments that don't use competency selection system of Company A as well as the firms that want to adapt the selection system based on the core competencies. Also, this case study has a contribution that shows us an alternative model how can the firms identify and select the best right employees.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제11권4호
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• pp.300-306
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• 2017

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: The doubly labeled water (DLW) method is considered the gold standard for the measurement of total energy expenditure (TEE), which serves to estimate energy requirements. This study evaluated the accuracy of predictive dietary reference intake (DRI) equations for determining the estimated energy requirements (EER) of Korean adults by using the DLW as a reference method. SUBJECTS/METHODS: Seventy-one participants (35 men and 36 women) aged between 20 and 49 years were included in the study. The subjects' EER, calculated by using the DRI equation ($EER_{DRI}$), was compared with their TEE measured by the DLW method ($TEE_{DLW}$). RESULTS: The DRI equations for EER underestimated TEE by -36.3 kcal/day (-1.3%) in men and -104.5 kcal/day (-4.9%) in women. The percentages of accurate predictions among subjects were 77.1% in men and 62.9% in women. There was a strong linear correlation between $EER_{DRI}$ and $TEE_{DLW}$ (r = 0.783, P < 0.001 in men and r = 0.810, P < 0.001 in women). CONCLUSIONS: The present study supports the use of DRI prediction equations to determine EER in Korean adults. More studies are needed to confirm our results and to assess the validity of these equations in other population groups, including children, adolescents, and older adults.

• 한국산학기술학회논문지
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.517-522
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• 2019

본 논문은 전동기 상수 추정 방법을 제안한다. 제안하는 기법은 전동기 전압방정식을 차동식 형태로 전개한 수식에 기반한다. 차동식 형태를 이용함으로써 전동기 상수 추정시 사용되는 전압 정보에 존재하는 크기 오차인 데드타임의 영향을 배제한다. 전동기의 상수값은 전동기 제어 성능 향상을 위해서 필요할 때가 있다. 예를 들면 DTC(Direct Torque Control) 제어 기법에는 토오크 및 자속 크기의 연산시 전동기의 상수를 알아야한다. 다른 예로서 예측제어의 경우 지령치 전압 생성을 위해서는 정확한 전동기의 상수 값의 정보가 필요하다. 전동기의 상수는 구동 환경에 따라 변동하는 값이므로 부정확한 전동기 상수 사용시 제어 성능의 저하를 가져온다. 따라서, 정확한 전동기 상수의 추정이 필요하다. 제안하는 기법에서 전압차동식에 기초하여 추정되는 전동기 상수는 RLS(Recursive Least Square) 기법에 의해 구해진다. 본 연구에서는 단순 수식에 의한 형태로 전동기의 상수를 추정하지 않고, RLS 알고리즘을 적용하여 노이즈에 강인하게 전동기 상수를 추정한다. 표면 부착형 영구자석 전동기의 제어시스템에 적용하여 제안하는 기법의 타당성을 보인다.