• The Journal of Engineering Geology
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• v.33 no.1
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• pp.201-211
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• 2023

This study investigated the damage range of the debris flow to predict the amount of collapsed soil in a landslide event. The height of the collapsed slope and the distance traveled by the collapsed soil were used to predict the total trajectory distance using a random walk model. Debris flow trajectory probabilities were calculated through 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations and were used to calculate the damage range as measured from the landslide scar to its toe. Compiled information on debris flows that occurred in the Cheonwangbong area of Mt. Jirisan was used to test the accuracy of the proposed random walk model in estimating the damage range of debris flow. Results of the comparison reveal that the proposed model shows reasonable accuracy in estimating the damage range of debris flow and that using 10 m × 10 m cells allows the damage range to be reproduced with satisfactory precision.

• Proceedings of the Korea Water Resources Association Conference
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• 2023.05a
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• pp.296-296
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• 2023

최근 기후변화로 인해 극한 강우의 발생빈도가 증가하고 있다. 극한 강우의 증가는 수리구조물의 설계홍수량을 초과하는 유입량을 발생시킴으로써 수리구조물의 구조적 안정성을 저해할 수 있다. 농업용 저수지가 기후변화로 인한 이상 강우의 증가에도 불구하고 안정적으로 운영되기 위해서는 적절한 홍수 방재체계의 수립이 필요하다. 저수지의 홍수 방재체계는 구조적 홍수 방재체계와 비구조적 홍수 방재체계로 구분되며, 구조적 홍수 방재체계는 비구조적 홍수 방재체계에 비해 많은 자본이 투입되어야 한다는 특징이 있다. 농업용 저수지의 홍수 방재체계 수립 시 구조적 방법과 비구조적 방법을 종합적으로 고려하여야 하며, 농업용 저수지에 관한 홍수 방재체계 마련 방안이 정립되어야 한다. 본 연구에서는 구조적 방법과 비구조적 방법을 모두 고려한 농업용 저수지의 홍수 방재체계를 마련하고, 이를 적용함으로써 기후변화에 대응하여 농업용 저수지의 홍수조절 능력이 적절히 마련되었는지를 확인하고자 한다. 본 연구에서는 수계, 저수량, 치수 사업 진행 여부 등의 요소를 고려하여 17개의 농업용 저수지를 연구대상지로 선정하였다. 저수지 운영 모의를 위하여 각 연구대상지의 기상자료, 지형자료, 저수지 제원 자료를 수집 및 분석하였다. 저수지 운영방법으로는 저수위가 목표수위 이상일 경우 유입량 전량을 방류하는 Auto-ROM 방식을 채택하였다. 기후변화가 농업용 저수지의 홍수조절능력에 미치는 영향을 파악하기 위해 SSP (Shared Socio-economic Pathways) 기후변화 시나리오를 활용하였다.

• Proceedings of the Korea Water Resources Association Conference
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• 2021.06a
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• pp.424-424
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• 2021

서울시 전역의 하수관로는 4개의 처리구역, 16개의 배수구역, 163개의 배수분구, 748개의 소구역으로 분할하여 관리되고 있다. 하지만 지선관로와 간선관로가 상이한 설계빈도로 계획되어 가장 작은 관리단위인 소구역에서도 일정한 방재성능을 기대하기 어려운 실정이다. 따라서 본 연구에서는 소구역을 동일한 토출구를 갖는 유역으로 재정의하여 서울시 전역을 799개의 소구역으로 재분할한 후, 소구역 단위로 하수관로 방재성능을 분석하였다. 서울시 하수관로 방재성능 분석을 위해 도시유출모형은 SWMM, 도시침수모형은 2DIS를 활용하였다. 도시유출모형에서는 113,286개의 관로와 106,097개의 맨홀을 적용하였으며, 수리시설물은 서울시 관내에 위치한 31개의 모든 빗물저류조와 121개의 빗물펌프장 중 가용 가능한 117개의 빗물펌프장을 적용하였다. 하수관로의 외수위 경계조건은 하천기본계획에서 제시한 방류하천의 기점홍수위를 반영하였다. 도시침수모형에서는 5m 단위의 고해상도 지형자료와 토지피복도를 적용하여 2차원 침수모의를 수행하였으며, 799개의 소구역에 대한 방재성능 분석을 수행하여 이를 시스템에 적용하였다. 서울시 하수관로 방재성능 분석 시스템에서는 799개의 소구역을 대상으로 소구역 정보, 하수관로 정보, 수방시설물 정보, 방재성능 정보를 제공하고 있다. 소구역 정보는 해당 소구역에 대한 기본 정보 및 해당 소구역에 위치한 수리시설물에 대한 기본 정보를 제공한다. 하수관로 정보에서는 관로 및 맨홀을 선택하여 상세정보를 확인할 수 있다. 수방시설물 정보에서는 빗물펌프장, 빗물저류조, 강우관측소, 하천수위관측소, 관로수위관측소에 대한 상세정보를 제공한다. 마지막으로 방재성능 정보에서는 시나리오별 침수결과를 제공하며, 포인트 단위 침수취약지역을 표출한다. 서울시 하수관로 방재성능 분석 시스템은 하수도 정책 입안과 하수도 관련 사업 추진 시 데이터 기반의 신속하고 효율적인 의사결정 업무를 지원할 수 있을 것으로 기대된다.

• Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Information and Commucation Sciences Conference
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• 2021.10a
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• pp.667-669
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• 2021

Recently, RFID/USN technology has been applied in various fields such as logistics, environment, education, home network, disaster prevention, military, and medical care, but despite the remarkable development of RFID/USN technology, it is difficult to apply it to marine industry due to the characteristics of poor marine environment. Therefore, satellites are mainly used in the marine sector, and existing communication networks are used in the coast, so measures for forming a shelf-only short-range network in the ocean are being considered. In this paper, we consider the use of drones as mobile base stations of USN as a base station role using USN in existing PS-LTE and LTE networks.Since autonomous navigation vessels are aiming for the intelligent system, the number of crew and labor force should be reduced and the function of autonomous network formation in the form of more stable and intelligent ICT convergence technology should be strengthened.

• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
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• v.16 no.2
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• pp.237-246
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• 2024

In recent years, the frequent occurrence of fire accidents in university libraries has posed significant threats to the safety of students' lives and property, alongside negative social impacts. Accurately analyzing the factors affecting evacuation during library fires and proposing optimized measures for safe evacuation is thus crucial. This paper utilizes a specific university library as a case study, simulating fire evacuation scenarios using the Pathfinder software, to assess and validate evacuation strategies and propose relevant optimizations. Pathfinder, developed by Thunderhead Engineering in the United States, is an intuitive and straightforward personnel emergency evacuation assessment system, offering advanced visualization interfaces and 3D animation effects. This study aims to construct evacuation models and perform simulation analysis for the selected university library using Pathfinder. The library's structural layout, people flow characteristics, and the nature of fire and smoke spread are considered in the analysis. Additionally, evacuation scenarios involving different fire outbreak locations and the status of emergency exits are examined. The findings underscore the importance of effective evacuation in fire situations, highlighting how environmental conditions, individual characteristics, and behavioral patterns significantly influence evacuation efficiency. Through these investigations, the study enhances understanding and optimization of evacuation strategies in fire scenarios, thereby improving safety and efficiency. The research not only provides concrete and practical guidelines for building design, management, and emergency response planning in libraries but also offers valuable insights for the design and management of effective evacuation systems in buildings, crucial for ensuring occupant safety and minimizing loss of life in potential hazard situations

• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
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• v.16 no.2
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• pp.209-217
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• 2024

Recent years have seen a notable increase in fire incidents in university cafeterias, yet the social attention to these occurrences remains limited. Despite quick responses to these incidents preventing loss of life, the need for large-scale evacuation in such high foot traffic areas can cause significant disruptions, economic losses, and panic among students. The potential for stampedes and unpredictable damage during inadequate evacuations underscores the importance of fire safety and evacuation research in these settings. Previous studies have explored evacuation models in various university environments, emphasizing the influence of environmental conditions, personal characteristics, and behavioral patterns on evacuation efficiency. However, research specifically focusing on university cafeterias is scarce. This paper addresses this gap by employing Pathfinder software to analyze fire spread and evacuation safety in a university cafeteria. Pathfinder, an advanced emergency evacuation assessment system, offers realistic 3D simulations, crucial for intuitive and scientific evacuation analysis. The studied cafeteria, encompassing three floors and various functional areas, often exceeds a capacity of 1500 people, primarily students, during peak times. The study includes constructing a model of the cafeteria in Pathfinder and analyzing evacuation scenarios under different fire outbreak conditions on each floor. The paper sets standard safe evacuation criteria (ASET > RSET) and formulates three distinct evacuation scenarios, considering different fire outbreak locations and initial evacuation times on each floor. The simulation results reveal the impact of the fire's location and the evacuation preparation time on the overall evacuation process, highlighting that fires on higher floors or longer evacuation preparation times tend to reduce overall evacuation time.In conclusion, the study emphasizes a multifaceted approach to improve evacuation safety and efficiency in educational settings. Recommendations include expanding staircase widths, optimizing evacuation routes, conducting regular drills, strengthening command during evacuations, and upgrading emergency facilities. The use of information and communication technology for managing emergencies is also suggested. These measures collectively form a comprehensive framework for ensuring safety in educational institutions during fire emergencies.

• Journal of the Korea Institute of Building Construction
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• v.24 no.3
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• pp.319-329
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• 2024

This study examined domestic and international regulations concerning concrete unit weight, along with an evaluation of unit weight in concrete poured on construction sites. Fluctuations in unit weight were observed to correlate with concrete quality issues such as material separation, bleeding, and latency. A word cloud analysis, centered on the concept of concrete quality, further highlighted the significant influence of unit weight. Comparative analysis between Korea and Japan revealed few substantial differences in unit weight management and measurement techniques. However, calculation of concrete unit weight at delivery, using the unit volume mass method, indicated considerable variability among random on-site samples. Notably, the unit weight often exceeded the recommended standard. These findings emphasize the necessity for strict adherence to unit weight standards by all stakeholders involved in concrete production and construction, including ready-mix concrete (REMICON) producers, construction firms, and inspectors. To ensure consistent quality of cast concrete on-site, the establishment of a more comprehensive and practical system is recommended, incorporating measures such as on-site inspections.

• Fire Science and Engineering
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• v.30 no.2
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• pp.68-74
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• 2016

In semi-transverse ventilation system applied for road tunnel, adjustment of the port opening ratio is an essential part for uniform airflow rate per unit length over the entire tunnel. However, it has not been considered decently throughout the design process and operating of the tunnel. Therefore, in this study, we developed a program for the calculation of the opening size ratio of supply or exhaust port in transverse ventilation system and carried out the research to present a management plan for the port. In supply duct system, the opening size of the port had a tendency to increase and then decrease later when it gradually becomes closer toward the bulkhead at the beginning of the duct the minimum opening degree is to appeared as 56%. In the exhaust system, port size is the smallest at the beginning of duct as 15%, has shown a tendency to increase towards the bulk head. As results of estimating the air flow rate for 300 m intervals, the exhaust flow rate in the center of tunnel appeared to be extremely low as 8.1% and 12.5% when port size is constant and is adjusted supply type. Thus, even if the normal ventilation efficiency is declines, yet it is highly recommend adjusting the port size in order to obtain a uniform flow rate at fire accidents.

• Fire Science and Engineering
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• v.33 no.3
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• pp.138-142
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• 2019

By securing golden time, this study analyzed the effects of an emergency vehicle priority system in Cheongju, North Chungcheong province. Until the scene of a fire is reached, severe obstacles in the street, such as traffic congestion, cars coming forward, non-cooperative vehicles etc., are significant. To solve these problems of road obstacles, it is essential to adopt an emergency vehicle priority system. From April 2017 to June 2018 (1 year and 2 months, 426 days), the dispatch time and date, fire truck moving distance and required time, traffic signal control section and pass time, and shortening time, were measured. This study selected 140 cases consisting of five heavy traffic and frequent dispatch routes out of 293 cases. The effects of the emergency vehicle priority system were excellent. Overall, it took 3 min 3 s to pass 1 km on an uncontrolled traffic signal section. On the other hand, it took 1 min 23 s to pass 1 km on the same section that was controlled. The shortening time to pass 1 km was 1 min 40 s, showing a 45.4% reduction. This means that the 15 min driving time can be reduced to 6 min and 49 s. From this result, an emergency vehicle priority system should be implemented nationwide as soon as possible.

• Journal of Korea Water Resources Association
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• v.50 no.12
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• pp.803-813
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• 2017

Recently, various studies have been conducted to optimize the pump operation scheduling and/or the pump/tank size minimizing the system cost of water distribution network. Prior to that, it is important to understand the sensitivity of pump/tank size on the system cost and overall water quality. Here, we have performed the sensitivity analysis to investigate the effect of pump/tank size on the economic cost (construction and operation) and water quality (water age). The analysis was applied on a real, large-scale water transmission network currently operating in South Korea. The results revealed that the pump/tank size has a strong influence on system construction/operation costs. Especially, the tank size has a significant effect on the system-wide water quality. In the case of applied networks, the operating cost decreases as the capacity of the facility increases, but the design cost increases. Using a sensitivity analysis, a suitable range of pump/tank size could be suggested to minimize costs and stabilize the water quality at the same time prior to a system design.