• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제15권3호
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• pp.261-269
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• 2005

To investigate the field applicability of a diffusive sampler (3M OVM #3500, passive sampling method) authors conducted a simultaneous measurement of personal organic solvents exposure in the air of the workplaces by charcoal tube with low volume sampler (active sampling method) and diffusive sampler. Samples were collected and analyzed by NIOSH method ($NMAM^{(R)}$) from thirty-eight workers in 12 factories who work in 6 different processes. Geometric mean (GM) and geometric standard deviation (GSD) were used to describe the result. To compare the results of the two methods, paired t-test was used. According to the manual of the exposure assessment of the mixed organic solvents (Ministry of Labor, Korea), Em was calculated. Simple linear regression was used to evaluate the relationship between the two methods. Results were as follows; 1. Eight different solvents (ethyl acetate, n-hexane, toluene, xylene, acetone, isopropyl alcohol, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), and methyl isobutyl ketone) were detected simultaneously in the two methods and the concentrations of the personal exposure were lower than 0.5 TLV level. The concentration of the charcoal tube method was higher than that of a diffusive sampler in n-hexane and MEK (p<0.05). 2. Em of the charcoal tube method was higher than that of diffusive sampler method but not significantly different and was lower than the OEL (Occupational Exposure Limit) in all 6 processes. 3. There was a significant correlation between the two methods in low concentrations of the 8 organic solvents (p<0.05). In conclusion, there was no difference in charcoal tube method and diffusive sampler method in low concentrations of some organic solvents, diffusive sampler can be applied to assess the personal monitoring in low level exposure.

• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제27권4호
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• pp.361-370
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• 2017

Objectives: This study evaluated the diesel engine exhaust (DEE) exposure levels of door-to-door deliverers in Daegu from July to September. Methods: We measured exposure levels of DEE surrogates for the same door-to-door deliverers who joined the particulate matter 2.5 exposure study previously published in this journal. Black carbon(BC) concentrations were measured using real-time BC monitoring devices with 1 minute interval. $NO_2$ concentrations were monitored using passive badges. DEE exposure data were analyzed using the same characteristics and GPS information as the first study. Results: A total of 40 measurements of BC concentrations and $NO_2$ concentrations were collected during delivery of parcels. The average exposure levels to BC, and $NO_2$ were $2.23{\mu}g/m^3$ ($0.001-350.85{\mu}g/m^3$) and 21.26 ppb(3.3-61.37 ppb), respectively. Exposure levels to BC according to the day of a week and coverage areas were not significantly different(p>0.05). Delivery trucks manufactured before 2006 caused significantly higher exposure to BC than the trucks manufactured after 2006(p<0.05). Exposure levels of BC integrated for each time in residential area and roadsides were $1.96{\mu}g/m^3$ and $3.46{\mu}g/m^3$, respectively, and the difference was statistically significant(p<0.001). The Pearson correlation coefficients between the ambient $PM_{2.5}$ and BC was significant, r=0.26(p<0.01); however, the correlations between $PM_{2.5}$ and ambient $PM_{2.5}$, and between BC of DEE and $PM_{2.5}$ of DEE did not show a significant correlation Conclusions: BC and $NO_2$ exposure levels were significantly lower when door-to-door deliverers drove newer trucks. BC exposure levels of deliverers were higher in roadsides than in residential area. DEE from nearby vehicles through open windows might be the main source of BC exposure.

• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.488-499
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• 2019

Objectives: This study was conducted to identify the characterization of organics solvent exposure among painting workers in the shipbuilding painting process, especially for their daily variations(within worker variance). Methods: Charcoal passive dosimeters were worn throughout each work shift for 20 days for five painting workers from October 19 to November 26, 2015. A total of 100 samples were collected, analyzed and compared with statutory workplace environmental measurements. Results: The geometric mean(GM) and geometric standard deviation(GSD) of mixed organic solvent(six substances) exposure index(EI) for the 100 samples were 0.42 and 4.42 respectively. The median and range of GSD for within worker EI representing five workers' daily EI variation is 3.72 and 2.63 ~ 5.20, respectively, which is classified as a very large variation(GSD>3). We were able to divide the painting process into two similar exposure groups(SEGs), Touch-up and Spray. Spray painting workers were much more exposed to organic solvent than Touch-up painting workers(GM=0.71 vs. 0.19), but less variably (GSD=3.64 vs. 4.10). xylene is the substance to which the workers were most exposed(GM=16.19 ppm, GSD=4.36), and the exposure characteristics of six substances including xylene is similar to those of EI. Conclusions: The daily variation of organic solvent exposure in the shipbuilding painting process is so high that statutory Assessment of Reliability of Work Environment Monitoring needs to be conducted with statistically sufficient number of samples and evidence.

• 한국항공우주학회지
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• 제32권7호
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• pp.43-50
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• 2004

변형률과 파손선호를 동시에 계측하기 위하여 이중복조기를 갖는 광섬유 브래그 격자 센서시스템을 제안하였다. 이중복조기는 가변 패브리-페로 필터를 사용하여 변형률과 같이 변화가 큰 저주파신호를 측정하는 복조기와 수동 마흐 -젠더 간섭계를 사용하여 충격이나 파손신호와 같이 미세한 크기의 고주파 신호를 측정하는 복조기로 구성된다. 제안된 광섬유 브래그 격자 센서시스템을 이용하여 인장하중을 받는 직교적층 복합재 구조물의 변형률과 파손신호를 동시에 계측할 수 있었다. 하나의 광섬유 브래그 격자 센서로 측정한 변형률과 파손신호를 분석한 결과, 복합재 시편의 90도 층에서 기지 균열이 발생할 때 급격한 변형률 변이가 유발되고, 최대 수백 킬로헤르츠에 이르는 주파수 성분을 가진 진동신 호가 발생함을 알 수 있었다.

• 한국화재소방학회논문지
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• 제33권4호
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• pp.70-76
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• 2019

본 연구에서는 임계온도스위치를 이용하여 저전력 단독경보형 정온식 감지기를 개발하였다. 임계온도스위치는 70 ℃에서 저항이 급격하게 감소하는 특성을 나타내는 소자로, 금속-절연체 전이 현상을 이용함으로써 온도 측정에 대한 높은 신뢰성을 보장한다. 또한 임계온도스위치의 금속에서 절연체로 변하는 디지털적인 특성을 이용하여 마이크로컨트롤러 사용 없이 화재를 감지함으로써 단독경보형 정온식 감지기의 소비 전력을 최소화하였다. 시험결과 임계온도스위치를 이용한 단독경보형 정온식 감지기는 소방청 고시 단독경보형 정온식 감지기 시험 조건을 만족했으며, 소비 전력을 측정한 결과 기존 제품 대비 70%의 전력만으로 화재를 감지함을 확인하였다.

• 한국지구과학회지
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• 제28권5호
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• pp.572-584
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• 2007

The quantification of ammonia concentrations has received a lot of scientific attention. Numerous devices for the quantification of $NH_3$ in the ambient air have been developed to provide more technical possibilities for research in abating $NH_3$ emission from various source processes. For the proper quantification of $NH_3$, a number of sampling methods have been discussed by grouping them into different categories based on the principle of functioning. In general, active samplers employ pumps to draw air in, while passive samplers are exposed to air over a certain period of time to obtain integrated signature of $NH_3$. In case of the former, impingers and absorption flasks can be employed simultaneously with suitable absorbents to capture $NH_3$ passing through them. The methods of analysis include both in-situ and laboratory determination. In the laboratory, colorimetric or ion chromatographic methods are generally used for its quantification. In the field, a number of real time analyzers have been proven to be useful. These real time analyzers can be grouped according to their principle of operation. These analyzers may use the principle of spectroscopy (e.g. DOAS), photoacousticics (e.g. photoacoustic monitor) or Chemiluminescence ($NO_x$ analyzer). The automated annular denuder sampling system with on-line analyzer is also suitable for continuous monitoring of ammonia in air.

• 한국군사과학기술학회지
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• 제23권3호
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• pp.294-301
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• 2020

Man-In-Simulant Test(MIST) provides a test method to evaluate chemical protective equipments such as protective garments, gloves, footwear and gas mask. The MIST chamber is built to control concentration of chemical vapor that has a activity space for two persons. Non-toxic methyl-salicylate(MeS) is used to simulate chemical agent vapor. We carried out to measure inward leakage MeS vapors by using passive adsorbent dosimeter(PAD) which are placed on the skin at specific locations of the body while man is activity according to the standard procedure in MIST chamber. But more time is required for PADs and there is concern of contamination in PADs by recovering after experiment. Therefore detector for measuring in real time is necessary. In order to analyze in real time the contamination of the personal protective equipment inside the chemical environment, we have developed a wireless real-time gas detector. The detector consists of 8 gas-sensors and 1 control-board. The control-board includes a CPU for processing a signal, a power supply unit for biasing the sensor and Bluetooth-chipset for transmission of signals to external PC. All signals from gas-sensors are converted into digital signals simultaneously in the control-board. These digital signals are stored in external PC via Bluetooth wireless communication. The experiment is performed by using protective equipment worn on manikin. The detector is mounted inside protective equipment which is capable of providing a real-time monitoring inward leakage MeS vapor. Developed detector is demonstrated the feasibility as real-time detector for MIST.

• Journal of Power Electronics
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• 제16권3호
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• pp.1226-1235
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• 2016

For wearable health monitoring systems, a fundamental problem is the limited space for storing energy, which can be translated into a short operational life. In this paper, a highly efficient active voltage doubling rectifier with a wide input range for micro-piezoelectric energy harvesting systems is proposed. To obtain a higher output voltage, the Dickson charge pump topology is chosen in this design. By replacing the passive diodes with unbalanced-biased comparator-controlled active counterparts, the proposed rectifier minimizes the voltage losses along the conduction path and solves the reverse leakage problem caused by conventional comparator-controlled active diodes. To improve the rectifier input voltage sensitivity and decrease the minimum operational input voltage, two low power common-gate comparators are introduced in the proposed design. To keep the comparator from oscillating, a positive feedback loop formed by the capacitor C is added to it. Based on the SMIC 0.18-μm standard CMOS process, the proposed rectifier is simulated and implemented. The area of the whole chip is 0.91×0.97 mm², while the rectifier core occupies only 13% of this area. The measured results show that the proposed rectifier can operate properly with input amplitudes ranging from 0.2 to 1.0V and with frequencies ranging from 20 to 3000 Hz. The proposed rectifier can achieve a 92.5% power conversion efficiency (PCE) with input amplitudes equal to 0.6 V at 200 Hz. The voltage conversion efficiency (VCE) is around 93% for input amplitudes greater than 0.3 V and load resistances larger than 20kΩ.

• 한국통신학회논문지
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• 제37권5B호
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• pp.348-356
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• 2012

오늘날 네트워크 환경은 응용 프로그램 및 서비스의 변화가 많아 응용탐지에 있어 기존의 단일 분석 알고리즘으로는 모든 트래픽의 응용을 정확하게 탐지하기 어렵다. 최근 이러한 단점을 보완하기 위해 여러 개별 알고리즘을 통합한 멀티 레벨의 트래픽 탐지 알고리즘에 대한 연구가 진행되고 있다. 이러한 멀티 레벨 탐지 알고리즘은 단일 알고리즘 구조에 비해 계산 복잡도가 높은 단점이 있다. 또한, 고속 네트워크에서 실시간으로 트래픽을 분류하기 위해서는 멀티코어 CPU의 장점인 병렬처리를 이용하여 높은 계산 복잡도를 해결해야 할 필요가 있다. 본 논문에서는 요즘 일반화된 멀티 코어 CPU환경에 적합한 실시간 응용 트래픽 탐지 시스템 구조를 제안한다. 먼저 멀티 레벨 트래픽 탐지 알고리즘이 멀티 코어 환경에서 실시간으로 동작하기 위한 고려 사항들을 살펴보고, 이를 통해 시스템을 설계하고 구현한 내용을 기술한다. 본 논문에서 구축한 시스템은 캠퍼스 네트워크와 기숙사 네트워크를 대상으로 구축하여 그 실효성을 검증하였다.

• 한국정보전자통신기술학회논문지
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• 제11권2호
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• pp.209-214
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• 2018

도시철도인 지하철은 대중교통 수단 중의 핵심이라고 할 수 있다. 도시 철도는 항상 많은 승객들이 이용하다 보니 도난, 범죄, 테러 등의 심각한 문제에 늘 노출되어 있다. 특히 도시철도 환경 특성상 감시 범위가 넓게 분산되어 있고 감시 대상 범위가 급증하고 있어 기존 CCTV와 같은 수동적인 감시만으로는 종합적인 관리가 어려운 상황이다. 본 논문에서는 도시철도내 지능형 객체인식 시스템을 구성, 설계 방법 및 객체 인식 알고리즘을 제안하고자 한다. 제안하고자 하는 객체 인식시스템은 역사내 카메라 영상을 분석하여 승강장 및 대합실에서 제한구역내 접근이나, 방치 혹은 일정 시간 이상 움직이지 않는 물체가 있는 경우를 위험 상황으로 인지하고 신속하게 대응 할 수 있도록 하고자 하였다. 제안된 알고리즘은 기존 Kalman 필터를 이용한 객체 인식율 84.62%에 비해 지정지역 감지에 대해서는 100%, 방치된 물체 감지는 최소 82% 이상, 움직임이 없는 물체 감지에서는 94% 이상의 감지율을 나타내어 실효성을 입증하였다.