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Electrodeposited Ni-W-Si3N4 alloy composite coatings: Evaluation of Scratch test

  • Gyawali, Gobinda;Joshi, Bhupendra;Tripathi, Khagendra;Lee, Soo Wohn
    • Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Surface Engineering Conference
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    • 2014.11a
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    • pp.178-179
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    • 2014
  • In this study, $Ni-W-Si_3N_4$ alloy composite coatings were prepared by pulse electrodeposition method using nickel sulfate bath with different contents of tungsten source, $Na_2WO_4.2H_2O$, and dispersed $Si_3N_4$ nano particles. The structure and microstructure ofcoatings was separately analyzed by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscope (SEM). Results indicated that nano $Si_3N_4$ and W content in alloy had remarkable effect on microstructure, microhardness and scratch resistant properties. Tungsten content in Ni-W and $Ni-W-Si_3N_4$ alloy ranged from 7 to 14 at.%. Scratch test results suggest that as compared to Ni-W only, $Ni-W-Si_3N_4$ prepared from Ni/W molar ratio of 1:1.5 dispersed with 20 g/L $Si_3N_4$ has shown the best result among different samples.

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Effects of Multi-Complex Agent Addition on Characteristics of Electroless Ni-P Solution (복합 착화제 첨가가 무전해 Ni-P 도금액의 특성에 미치는 영향)

  • Lee, Hong-Kee;Lee, Ho-Nyun;Jeon, Jun-Mi;Hur, Jin-Young
    • Journal of the Korean institute of surface engineering
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    • v.43 no.2
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    • pp.111-120
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    • 2010
  • In this study, the effects of multi-complex agents addition on characteristics of electroless Ni plating solution are investigated. The species and the concentration of complexing agents are major factors to control the deposition rate, P concentration, and surface morphology of plating films. Adipic acid increases the deposition rate in regardless of single- or mutli-complex agent addition. However, lactic acid effectively increases the deposition rate in case of multi-addition as the complex agents with adipic or sodium succinate acid. In addition, sodium citric acid and malic acid show good stabilizing effects of plating solution and lowering the deposition rate, because they have high complexibility. Therefore, it is suggested that the development of Ni-P plating solution suitable for diverse usages can be carried out systematically using the database from this study.

Development of Vegetation Structure Measurement System using Multi-angle Stereo pair Images

  • DEMIZU Masaki;KAJIWARA Koji;HONDA Yoshiaki
    • Proceedings of the KSRS Conference
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    • 2004.10a
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    • pp.170-173
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    • 2004
  • When the data from the artificial satellite is analyzed, recent years it is perceived to vegetation index using BRF(Bi-directional Reflectance Factor) of the observation target. To make the BRF models, it is important to measure the 3D structure of the observation target actually. In this study, it is proposed to the observation technique by using multi-angle stereo pair image, and shown the observation result in grassland area. Also, our team has been operating the radio controlled helicopter which can fly over the tall forest canopy and it can be equipped the measurement system.

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A study on Service Restoration Systems for Power Distribution Networks by Applying Multi-Agent System (멀티에이전트 시스템을 이용한 배전계통 사고복구시스템에 관한 연구)

  • Jung K.H.;Choi M.S.;Lee S.J.
    • Proceedings of the KIEE Conference
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    • summer
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    • pp.403-405
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    • 2004
  • A service restoration is one of the most important missions in distribution system operation. This paper proposes a multi-agent system approach to distribution system restoration. Every relay is developed as an agent by adding its own intelligent, self-tuning and communication ability. Relay agent calculates and corrects its restoration index by itself through communication with neighboring agents and its own intelligence. The proposed algorithm is applied to a simple network to show how to calculate restoration index. Keywords Multi-Agent System, Service Restoration, Distribution Networks

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Balance Training Program for Community-Dwelling Elders with Risk of Falls: A Multi-center Randomized Controlled Trial

  • Yang Rae Kim
    • Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Science
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    • v.12 no.2
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    • pp.192-200
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    • 2023
  • Objective: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a balance training program in improving balance and functional independence to reduce fall risks among community-dwelling elders. Design: A multi-center randomized controlled trial Methods: A total of 66participants were randomly assigned to a balance training group or a control group. The balance training program, conducted three times a week for 32 weeks, included warm-up exercises, main balance training exercises, and cooldown stretch exercises. Outcome measures included the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), Timed Up and Go Test (TUGT), and Modified Barthel Index (MBI). Results: The balance training group demonstrated significant improvements in all outcome measures, indicating enhanced balance, improved functional mobility, and increased independence in activities of daily living. In contrast, the control group showed only slight improvements in BBS, TUGT and MBI scores. Conclusions: These findings provide evidence supporting the effectiveness of balance training programs in reducing fall risk and promoting health and wellbeing among community-dwelling elders. Future research should aim to refine the design of these programs and assess the sustainability of the observed improvements.

The Study on Composition ratio of Iodine in Hybrid X-ray Sensor (혼합형 X선 센서에서 a-Se 의 Iodine 첨가비 연구)

  • Gong, Hyung-Gi;Park, Ji-Koon;Choi, Jang-Yong;Moon, Chi-Wung;Nam, Sang-Hee
    • Proceedings of the Korean Institute of Electrical and Electronic Material Engineers Conference
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    • 2002.11a
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    • pp.366-369
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    • 2002
  • At present, the study of direct digital X-ray detector and indirect digital X-ray detector proceed actively. But it needs high thickness and high voltage in selenium for high ionization rate. Therefore, we carried out the study of electric characteristics of a-Se with additive ratio of Iodine in drafting study for developing Hybrid X -ray Sensor for complementing direct digital X -ray detector and indirect digital X-ray detector in this paper. On this, there are formed Amorphous selenium multi-layers by sticking phosphor layer$(Gd_{2}O_{2}S(Eu^{2+}))$ using optical adhesives of EFIRON Co. Amorphous selenium multi-layers having dielectric layer(parylene) has characteristics of low dark-current, high X-ray sensitivity. So we can acquired a enhanced signal to noise ratio. We make Amorphous selenium multi-layers with $30{\mu}m$ thickness on glass.

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A Study on the Development of Multi-User Virtual Reality Moving Platform Based on Hybrid Sensing (하이브리드 센싱 기반 다중참여형 가상현실 이동 플랫폼 개발에 관한 연구)

  • Jang, Yong Hun;Chang, Min Hyuk;Jung, Ha Hyoung
    • Journal of Korea Multimedia Society
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    • v.24 no.3
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    • pp.355-372
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    • 2021
  • Recently, high-performance HMDs (Head-Mounted Display) are becoming wireless due to the growth of virtual reality technology. Accordingly, environmental constraints on the hardware usage are reduced, enabling multiple users to experience virtual reality within a single space simultaneously. Existing multi-user virtual reality platforms use the user's location tracking and motion sensing technology based on vision sensors and active markers. However, there is a decrease in immersion due to the problem of overlapping markers or frequent matching errors due to the reflected light. Goal of this study is to develop a multi-user virtual reality moving platform in a single space that can resolve sensing errors and user immersion decrease. In order to achieve this goal hybrid sensing technology was developed, which is the convergence of vision sensor technology for position tracking, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) sensor motion capture technology and gesture recognition technology based on smart gloves. In addition, integrated safety operation system was developed which does not decrease the immersion but ensures the safety of the users and supports multimodal feedback. A 6 m×6 m×2.4 m test bed was configured to verify the effectiveness of the multi-user virtual reality moving platform for four users.

Comparison of Four Multi-herbal Formulas in Antioxidant and Anticancer Activities (네 가지 처방의 항산화 및 항암 효과 비교)

  • Kim, Hong Jae;Choi, Eun Ok;Kim, Min Young;Son, Da Hee;Jeong, Jin-Woo;Lee, Sang-hyup;Park, Cheol;Choi, Yung Hyun;Hong, Su Hyun
    • Herbal Formula Science
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    • v.24 no.4
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    • pp.271-282
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    • 2016
  • Objective : In this study, we compared the antioxidant and anticancer properties of four multi-herbal formulas which were recorded in 'Dongeuibogam': Gilgyung-tang (GGT), Mokdanpi-tang (MDPT), Samso-eum (SSE), Samchulbobi-tang (SCBBT). Methods : We checked antioxidant properties of four multi-herbal formula through total phenolic content, radical scavenging activities, protective effects on genomic DNA oxidation. To investigate anticancer effects, we conducted MTT assay and analyzed morphologic change in A549 non-small lung cancer cells. Results : Total phenolic contents of four multi-herbal formulas were in a rich order of MDPT > SSE > GGT > SCBBT. Especially, MDPT revealed the highest activity than others in all antioxidant experiments. Our results indicated that treatment of those multi-herbal formulas induced growth retardation in A549 cells and MDPT also showed the highest anticancer effect ($IC_{50}=1.374mg/ml$) among them. Conclusions : Our data suggested that MDPT would be a powerful ingredient for lung cancer treatment.

Comparison of Microstructure and Hardness of Pure Copper Fabricated by Multi-Axial Forging and Multi-Axial Diagonal Forging (다축단조와 다축대각단조로 제조된 순동의 미세조직 및 경도 비교)

  • Lee, J.K.;Kwon, S.C.;Kim, S.T.;Jeong, H.T.;Kim, Y.G.;Park, S.H.
    • Transactions of Materials Processing
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    • v.28 no.5
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    • pp.257-265
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    • 2019
  • Multi-axial forging (MAF), a severe plastic deformation technique, is known to be difficult to obtain materials with homogeneous microstructures. Recently, multi-axial diagonal forging (MADF) process has been developed to solve this problem. In this study, in order to compare the microstructural and mechanical homogeneities of the MAFed and MADFed samples, oxygen-free copper (OFC) cubes measuring 25 mm in length were deformed through MAF and MADF processes and the average grain size and hardness were measured at the edge, face, and center regions of the samples. In the MAFed samples, ultrafine grains were formed at the center region, but a considerable amount of coarse grains remain at the face region. Therefore, the MAFed samples showed a high inhomogeneity in regards to grain size and hardness. On the contrary, in the case of the MADFed sample, the grain sizes at the edge, face, and center regions were similar and the hardness in all the regions are almost similar. This indicates that the MADFed sample has a homogeneous microstructure and uniform mechanical properties, which can be attributed to the homogeneous distribution of the effective strain throughout the material. The results of this study suggests that the MADF is a suitable process in the fabrication of high-strength copper materials with a homogeneous and ultrafine grain structure.

Study of Sewage Treatment using Multi-soil-layering System (다단토양층을 이용한 하수처리에 관한 연구)

  • Son, Dae-Hee;Chung, Yun-Chul;Shin, Jeong-Hoon;Jung, Jin-Young;Ahn, Dae-Hee
    • Journal of Korean Society on Water Environment
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    • v.20 no.3
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    • pp.215-222
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    • 2004
  • The sewages produced from small villages, rural community, drinking water reservation area and park which doesn't have sewage piping system can be caused a serious water pollution at the restricted areas. The objective of this research was to suggest an economical and effective sewage treatment method by investigating the removal of the organics, nitrogen, and phosphorus in the multi-soil-layering reactor. Soil, natural zeolite, and iron slag were used as a supporting media of multi-soil-layering in this research. The purpose of natural zeolite addition was to maintain the consistent ammonium exchange capacity by providing a sequential environment, and that of iron slag addition was to remove phosphorus by adsorption. Continuous experiment of lab-scale single-soil-layering (S-1), multi-soil-layering (S-2), and mixed-soil-layering (S-3) methods were studied to compare and optimize three different types of the reactors. The organic removal efficiencies showed more than 90% in all three reactors. While S-1 and S-3 reactors showed about T-N removal of 31%, 45%, respectively, the average T-N removal efficiency of the S-2 reactor represented an 87%. In conclusion, that results suggest that the multi-soil-layering reactor could be effectively utilized as a plant for treatment of small village sewage.