• Environmental Engineering Research
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• 제24권3호
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• pp.484-494
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• 2019

This paper presents a preliminary investigation of the optimum nutrients combination required for bioremediation of spent-engine oil contaminated soil using Box-Behnken-Design. Three levels of cow-manure, poultry-manure and inorganic nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium (NPK) fertilizer were used as independent biostimulants variables; while reduction in total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) and total soil porosity (TSP) response as dependent variables were monitored under 6-week incubation. Ex-situ data generated in assessing the degree of biodegradation in the soil were used to develop second-order quadratic regression models for both TPH and TSP. The two models were found to be highly significant and good predictors of the response fate of TPH-removal and TSP-improvement, as indicated by their coefficients of determination: $R^2=0.9982$ and $R^2=1.000$ at $p{\leq}0.05$, respectively. Validation of the models showed that there was no significant difference between the predicted and observed values of TPH-removal and TSP-improvement. Using numerical technique, the optimum values of the biostimulants required to achieve a predicted maximum TPH-removal and TSP-improvement of 67.20 and 53.42%-dry-weight per kg of the contaminated soil were as follows: cow-manure - 125.0 g, poultry-manure - 100.0 g and NPK-fertilizer - 10.5 g. The observed values at this optimum point were 66.92 and 52.65%-dry-weight as TPH-removal and TSP-improvement, respectively.

• 한국콘텐츠학회논문지
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• 제9권4호
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• pp.142-153
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• 2009

많은 기업들이 ERP시스템 도입하여 사용함에 따라 ERP의 성과에 대한 관심이 증가하고 있으며, 객관적인 성과 측정의 필요성을 느끼고 있다. 본 연구는 국내 기업의 ERP 도입으로 인한 성과를 정성적인 성과와 정량적인 성과간의 상관관계를 분석하고자 한다. 즉, 본 연구는 ERP시스템 도입성과 측정을 위해 경영정보시스템 분야에서 주로 사용하고 있는 시스템 만족도 등과 같은 사용자에 의해 인지된 성과와 회계학에서 주로 사용되고 있는 ERP관련 정량적 성과 변수들 간의 관련성을 실증 분석하여, 두 변수 집단 간의 관련성을 검토하고자 한다. ERP의 정성적 성과를 분석하기 위해 시스템 품질, 정보품질, 업무의 만족도, 업무개선 정도 등의 변수를 사용하였으며, 정량적 성과를 분석하기 위해 재고자산회전율, 매출액 대비 재고자산, 매출액 대비 종업원 수, 매출액 대비 인건비, 총자산 순이익률 변수를 사용하였다. 실증분석 결과는 다음과 같이 요약될 수 있다. 첫째, ERP도입의 측면의 정성적인 성과 변수간의 상관관계는 통계적으로 유의하게 분석된 것이다. 둘째 정량적인 성과 변수간의 상관관계는 ERP 도입 전 후의 평균의 값을 통하여 ERP 도입의 성과를 분석한 결과 통계적으로 유의한 상관관계를 나타내고 있었다. 끝으로 정성적인 성과와 정량적인 성과의 상관관계는 통계적으로 유의하지 않은 상관관계로 분석되었다.

• 한국염색가공학회지
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• 제20권2호
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• pp.19-28
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• 2008

The objective of this study was to apply the statistical technique known as design of experiments to optimize the % exhaustion variables for phthalocyanine dyeing of nylon fiber. In this study, a three-factor Central Composite Rotatable Design (CCRD) was used to establish the optimum conditions for the phthalocyanine reactive dyeing of nylon fiber. Temperature, pH and liquor ratio were considered as the variable of interest. Acidic solution with higher temperature and lower liquor ratio were found to be suitable conditions for higher % exhaustion. These three variables were used as independent variables, whose effects on % exhaustion were evaluated. Significant polynomial regression models describing the changes on % exhaustion and % fixation with respect to independent variables were established with coefficient of determination, R2, greater than 0.90. Close agreement between experimental and predicted yields was obtained. Optimum conditions were obtained using surface plots and Monte Carlo simulation techniques where maximum dyeing efficiency is achieved. The significant level of both the main effects and interaction was observed by analysis of variance (ANOVA) approach. Based on the statistical analysis, the results have provided much valuable information on the relationship between response variables and independent variables. This study demonstrates that the CCRD could be efficiently applied for the empirical modeling of % exhaustion and % fixation in dyeing. It also shows that it is an economical way of obtaining the maximum amount of information in a short period of time with least number of experiments.

• 응용통계연구
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• 제35권6호
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• pp.739-754
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• 2022

텍스트 데이터는 일반적으로 많은 변수를 포함하고 있으며 변수들 사이의 연관성도 높아 통계 분석의 정확성, 효율성 등에서 문제가 생길 수 있다. 이러한 문제점에 대처하기 위해 목표 변수가 주어진 지도 학습에서는 목표 변수를 잘 설명할 수 있는 단어들을 선택하여 이 단어들만 통계 분석에 이용하기도 한다. 반면, 비지도 학습에서는 목표 변수가 주어지지 않으므로 지도 학습에서와 같은 단어 선택 절차를 활용하기 어렵다. 이 연구에서는 토픽 모형을 이용하여 지도 학습에서의 목표 변수를 대신할 수 있는 토픽을 생성하고 각 토픽별로 연관성이 높은 단어들을 선택하는 단어 선택 절차를 제안한다. 제안된 절차를 실제 텍스트 데이터에 적용한 결과, 단어 선택 절차를 이용하면 많은 토픽에서 공통적으로 자주 등장하는 단어들을 제거함으로써 토픽을 더 명확하게 식별할 수 있었다. 또한, 군집 분석에 적용한 결과, 군집과 범주 사이에 높은 연관성을 가지는 군집 분석 결과를 얻을 수 있는 것으로 나타났다. 목표 변수에 대한 정보없이 토픽 모형을 이용하여 선택한 단어들을 분류 분석에 적용하였을 때 목표 변수를 이용하여 단어들을 선택한 경우와 비슷한 분류 정확성을 얻을 수 있음도 확인하였다.

• 한국과학교육학회지
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• 제17권3호
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• pp.301-311
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• 1997

The purpose of this study is to construct a structural equation model and to analyze causal relationships among variables related to attitudes to science using structural equation modeling(SEM) with LISREL VII. The sample consisted of 483 10th grade boys from a general high school in Pusan, Korea. The questionnaires (ABC-attitude scale: affection, behavioral intention, cognition scale of attitude towards science) were developed by the researcher through a pilot study. And other instruments have modified previous ones. Five instruments were used in this study: GALT(group assessment of logical thinking), MTSlS(modified test of science inquiry skill), ABC-attitude scale, MSAS(modified scientific attitude scale), CSAT(common science achievement test). Structural equation modeling with LISREL VII($J\ddot{o}reskog$ & $S\ddot{o}rbom,$ 1993) was employed to estimate the causal inferences about hypothesized relationships among observed data sets. Three competing models consisted of five latent variable(scientific thinking ability, science inquiry skill, attitude towards science, scientific attitude, science achievement) - lP(inquiry preceding) model, AP(attitude preceding) model and AM(attitude mediating) model - were developed. Among these competing models, IP model satisfied the observed data sets. The causal relationships among "attitudes to science" and other latent variables were reliably identified. According to the results of the present study, science inquiry skill was the most significant variable that can predict science achievement. But scientific thinking ability has not directly influenced science achievement. This study suggests that inquiry based teaching-learning processes should be offered to students for improvement of science achievement. At the same time, it seems to be important to develop positive attitude towards science. Understanding of relationships among variables related to attitudes to science will be helpful to the development of science curriculum and to the design of science teaching and learning process. LISREL has been recognized as a useful approach in testing a SEM. However, in this study, LISREL approach was estimated as much more useful method for research design.

• 한국환경보건학회지
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• 제21권4호
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• pp.75-86
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• 1995

This study was performed to investigate the negative side effects of video display terminal (VDT) work on the human body and to provide data for preventing VDT syndrome. A questionnaire survey was made to 339 VDT workers at 22 offices in Taegu, Kyungpook and Kyungnam areas from July 1 to August 31, 1994, and 280 of them were finally used for statistical analysis. The VDT syndrome in the present study inclhded five factors, namely as eye-related symptom, psychological symptom, general body symptom, musculoskeletal symptom, and skin-related symptom, and the estimates of Crombach coefficients of the five factors were 0.954, 0.952, 0.953, 0.957, and 0.955, respectively, showing very high reliability. In view of socio-economical characteristics, the symptoms of female were higher than those of male in the order of musculoskeletal symptom, eye-related symptom, skin-related symptom and psychological symptom. The age group of 30 years or less was higher than the older groups in the order of musculoskeletal symptom, eye-related symptom, psychological symptom and skinrelated symptom. The group of lower education level showed higher skin-related symptom. The psychological symptom and skin-related symptom increased as the amount of smoking increased. Higher eye-related symptom was observed in the group without glasses. In the job-related variables, the group of working on programming and data input showed higher eye-related symptom and psychological symptom. The group of working on programming and graphic design showed higher musculoskeletal symptom and skin-related symptom. The skin-related symptom increased as the total time of VDT operation per day increased. The group of working 2-4 hours followed by 15 minutes rest was higher in musculoskeletal symptom and psychological symptom. Higher musculoskeletal symptom was observed from the group working on Friday and Sunday. The group of 1 year or less working showed higher in skin-related symptom. In relation with the VDT type, all symptoms except skin-related symptom were higher in the group using monochrome monitor. As showed above, the questionnaire could be a tool for evaluating VDT syndrome and prevention of the syndrome would be possible by a comprehensive consideration of factors including socio-economic characteristics, job-related variables and VDT type.

• 응용통계연구
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• 제28권1호
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• pp.61-74
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• 2015

최근 교육학, 경영학, 심리학 등 사회과학 뿐만 아니라 공정관리, 생물정보학 등 자연과학에서도 널리 사용되고 있는 구조식 모형(structural equation modeling)에서 잠재변수점수(latent variable score)는 직접 측정이 불가능한 잠재변수를 수량화한 추정치이다. 이 연구에서는 구조식 모형을 단계(stage)별로 분할하여 분석하는 단계별 구조식 모형(stagewise SEM; SSEM)을 제안하였다. 기존 방법은 모든 관측변수의 분산-공분산을 한꺼번에 고려하므로 독립변수인 외생잠재변수(exogenous latent variable)가 종속변수인 내생잠재변수(endogenous latent variable)에 의해 영향을 받는, 논리적으로 타당하지 않은 경우가 있다. 단계별 구조식 모형은 이런 문제점을 해결할 뿐만 아니라 모형의 복잡성을 낮추어 쉽게 해를 찾을 수 있으며, 분석과정에서 생성되는 잠재변수점수로 추가 분석도 용이하다.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제15권2호
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• pp.220-227
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• 2024

Background: Though the artificial neural network (ANN) technique has been used to predict noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), the established prediction models have primarily relied on cross-sectional datasets, and hence, they may not comprehensively capture the chronic nature of NIHL as a disease linked to long-term noise exposure among workers. Methods: A comprehensive dataset was utilized, encompassing eight-year longitudinal personal hearing threshold levels (HTLs) as well as information on seven personal variables and two environmental variables to establish NIHL predicting models through the ANN technique. Three subdatasets were extracted from the afirementioned comprehensive dataset to assess the advantages of the present study in NIHL predictions. Results: The dataset was gathered from 170 workers employed in a steel-making industry, with a median cumulative noise exposure and HTL of 88.40 dBA-year and 19.58 dB, respectively. Utilizing the longitudinal dataset demonstrated superior prediction capabilities compared to cross-sectional datasets. Incorporating the more comprehensive dataset led to improved NIHL predictions, particularly when considering variables such as noise pattern and use of personal protective equipment. Despite fluctuations observed in the measured HTLs, the ANN predicting models consistently revealed a discernible trend. Conclusions: A consistent correlation was observed between the measured HTLs and the results obtained from the predicting models. However, it is essential to exercise caution when utilizing the model-predicted NIHLs for individual workers due to inherent personal fluctuations in HTLs. Nonetheless, these ANN models can serve as a valuable reference for the industry in effectively managing its hearing conservation program.

• 대한치과교정학회지
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• 제26권6호
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• pp.647-655
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• 1996

In discussing the effects of adenoids on the development of the face and dentition, it is important to note their influence on the mode of breathing and to relate this to specific facial types and dentition. This study, therefore, assumed that the ability to adapt to individual's neuromuscular complex is various. And tried to investigate the effects of reduced nasal respiratory function on the development of dentition by facial type. This paper is based on children patients with enlarged adenoids and comparing them to data taken from a control group with normal respiratory function. Among the three facial types, the most statistical significant difference was observed from dolichofacial type between experimental and control group. In dolichofacial type, the experimental group showed labioversion of upper incisor, decrease in the width of upper arch, increase in overjet, increase in the rate of cross-bite, and increase in the height of palatal vault. No significant difference was observed between the two groups in the inclination of upper and lower incisors in mesofacial type, but the experimental group was observed to show decrease in the width of upper arch and increase in the height of palatal vault. On the other hand, in brachyfacial type, no significant difference was observed between the two groups in dentition variables except showing linguoversion of upper incisor. The results, which were observed in dolichofacial type, consist with Nordlund's theory of Compression.

• 수산경영론집
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• 제22권1호
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• pp.53-75
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• 1991

The objectives of this study are to conceptualize theoretically and to examine empirically the interrelationships among channel member's satisfaction, dependence, and performance being immanent between dealing partners, by integrating behavioral and economic approach to explain comprehensively the interrelationship between dealing partners in conventional marketing channel which have not studied in previous studies. To attain above objectives, latent variables and observed variables which had been immanent between licenced dealers and wholesalers in fish marketing channel were found out by exploratory study, and pre-test was conducted to select the proper variables, and then the model which could explain the interrelationships among the variables was set up. Three categories of varables were considered in this study. Namely, economic and noneconomic factors were identified as independent variable, the degree of satisfaction and dependence to dealing partner as intervening variable, and performance as dependent variable. The data for the study was obtained from a survey questionnaire of 214 licenced dealers who work in Pusan, Yusoo, and Kunsan and 190 wholesalers who work in whole country. Among them, 264 anayzable questionnaires(including 154 licenced dealers and 110 wholesalers)were collected. Statistical procedure to analyze the data was carried out by LISREL version 7. Major findings obtained from the results of the analysis are as follows. First, economic variables have a great influence on the degree of both licenced dealers' and wholesalers' satisfaction. Among economic variables, the degree of keeping wholesalers' payment date have greater influence on the degree of licenced dealers' satisfaction, and licenced dealers' faculty being able to send good fish in quality have greater influence on the degree of wholesaler's satisfaction than other variables. In short, licenced dealers make great account of wholesalers' payment, and wholesalers make great account of licenced dealers' faculty being able to send good fish in quality in dealing relationship. Second, noneconomic variables have more relevance to the degree of dependence in both sides than economic variables. This means that noneconomic variables as well as economic variables can be a factor to keep up the dealing relationship. Third, the degree of satisfaction and dependence have influence on performance in both sides. In the licenced dealers' side, the degree of dependence have greater influence on performance than the degree of satisfaction, on the other hand, in wholesalers' side, the degree of satisfaction have greater influence on performance than the degree of dependence. This means that wholesalers can easily substitute their dealing partner for another licenced dealer comparatively.