• 한국수산과학회지
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• 제54권3호
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• pp.251-260
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• 2021

As the aging population of the world grows, senior-friendly foods are becoming increasingly popular. In this study, the quality characteristics of domestic commercial senior-friendly foods were investigated and compared to the standard specifications of the Food Code and KS H4897. Herein, 18 samples of domestic commercial senior-friendly foods were utilized to analyze their appearance, physical properties (hardness and viscosity), nutritional value (protein, vitamin, mineral and dietary fiber), digestion rate, and hygiene indicator bacteria. When compared to the hardness standards of the Food Code all 18 samples were found to be satisfactory; however, when compared to the nutritional standard (at least three types of nutrients must be above the minimum), only five products, HG-7, DW-1, PS-1, OH-1 and OH-2, were found to be satisfactory. In addition, when the 18 samples were compared to the Korean Industrial Standard (2020), all 18 products were found to be satisfactory for physical properties and hygiene standards; furthermore, all samples, excluding HB-2, were suitable for nutritional standards (at least one type of nutrient must be above the standard).

• 동아시아식생활학회지
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• 제20권6호
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• pp.845-852
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• 2010

This study examined the recognition and purchasing behavior about environment-friendly agricultural produce (EFAP) of housewives in Yeungnam area. The data were collected from 401 housewives by a self-administered questionnaire on April, 2010. Frequencies, t test, chi-square test, and logistic regression analysis were conducted by SPSS Windows V.17.0. The results of the survey were as follows: (1) the purchase group of EFAP showed higher degree of concern about health and recognition about EFAP than the non-purchase group, (2) knowledge scores about EFAP were very low for both the purchase and non-purchase groups, (3) levels of confidence in EFAP in the purchase group were higher than those in the non-purchase group, (4) the purchase group considered high price as the main distribution problem about EFAP, whereas the non-purchase group regarded low trust toward producers, and (5) monthly household income (below 2,000,000 won) and confidence in EFAP were the significant factors affecting EFAP.

• 한국의류산업학회지
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• 제19권6호
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• pp.692-700
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• 2017

The number of elderly citizens has risen in Korea and resulted in an aging society. Correspondingly, the social interest in the aging population has escalated immensely; however, research or product development on the quality of life for seniors has shortcomings. Healthcare smart clothing is required to help the elderly with changes and weaknesses that follow aging; however, there is unfortunately insufficient amounts available. This study explores the feasibilities of smart clothing for seniors based on a universal design. Based on previous research, we analyzed the universal design theory, body shape characteristics and design requirements for seniors, and heart rate measurement method. The design is different according to body shape and body shape is different between sex, age, and body race; therefore, subjects were limited to 70-74 year old Korean males in this study. This study proposes a guideline for heart rate sensing clothing that satisfies the 'universal design' aspects as well as the functionality of heart sensing, senior's physical characteristics and needs. It has broadened the range of smart clothing, which was once limited to the younger generation and provided a foundation for the development of specialized smart clothing for seniors.

• 한국지반공학회논문집
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• 제29권2호
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• pp.23-34
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• 2013

식물의 추출물로 제조할 수 있는 유기산 재료는 포설 시 지중 속에서 미생물의 증식을 유도하며, 미생물에 의해 지반에서 압밀을 가속화시키고 빠르게 간극수압을 소산시킨다. 추가적으로 일부 미생물에 의해 탄산칼슘을 생성시켜 공극을 채워 강도를 증대시키거나 투수성을 감소시킬 수 있다. 따라서, 본 연구에서는 유기산 재료의 지반개량 메커니즘 규명을 위하여 화강풍화토, 라테라이트성 적토에 유기산 재료 혼합 전 후의 강도와 투수시험을 실시하였으며, SEM, XRD로부터 원인을 규명하였다. 유기산 재료 혼합 후 재령 96일에서 강도는 약 1.5~2.5배 증가하였으며, 투수계수는 72.9~93.1%의 감소율을 보였다. SEM으로부터 흙 입자의 구조가 변하거나 공극이 감소한 것을 관찰하여 강도증대, 투수감소의 원인을 규명할 수 있었으며, XRD로부터 탄산칼슘의 생성도 고결화의 주된 요인이라고 결론내릴 수 있었다. 이에 본 유기산 재료는 친환경적으로 지반을 개량할 수 있는 공법으로 활용될 수 있을 것으로 보인다.

• 디지털융복합연구
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• 제10권5호
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• pp.321-326
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• 2012

본 연구는 고령화세대의 특성을 고려한 신변장식용품을 디자인연구와 발전 방안을 모색하여 신변장식용품산업을 활성화 시키고 고령화세대의 삶의 질 향상을 통한 정신적 복지개선을 위해 연구하였다. 정책보고서, 학회지, 단행본 등을 통하여 고령친화산업과 고령친화용품에 대해 조사한 결과 빠른 고령화진행, 베이비부머 세대의 고령화세대 편입, 삶의 질을 중시하는 라이프 스타일의 변화로 인하여 고령친화용품 관련 산업은 발전가능성이 높은 것으로 나타났지만, 정책적인 법제도, 표준화 제정 및 기준마련이 부족하였고, 관련 R&D투자가 취약하여 전문인력이 부족한 현실이었다. 하지만, 이를 역으로 이용하면 수요자가 확실한 시장에서 니치마켓이 형성될 수 있고 이를 위해 디자인 및 다양한 연구를 한다면 고령화세대뿐만 아니라 국가경제적인 차원에서도 발전가능성이 있음을 확인할 수 있었다.

• Elastomers and Composites
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• 제54권3호
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• pp.220-224
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• 2019

Herein, three polymer compounds were manufactured using three polymer combination methods, ethylene-vinyl acetate/ethylene-propylene-diene-copolymer (EPDM), ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA)/polyethylene-A (PE-A; density: 0.870), and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA)/polyethylene-B (PE-B; density: 0.885), for making cable sheath for use in the shipping industry. In this study, EVA, EPDM, PE-A, and PE-B were used as matrix polymers, and EVA-grafted maleic anhydride was used as a coupling agent for compounding with various compounds such as a fire retardant, cross-linking agent, filler, and other additives, besides the plasticizer. ${\Delta}T$, Mooney viscosity, and tensile strength increased in order of EPDM < PE-A < PE-B, the probable reason is due to the different crosslinking effect. The three compounds showed similar results for fire resistance and aging resistance after compounding process, but they showed excellent cold resistance owing to the non-polarity of the polymers and sufficient plasticizer content.

• 한국의류학회지
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• 제31권9_10
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• pp.1408-1417
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• 2007

In Korea, to deal with the housing needs of the elderly, the government operates free nursing homes and residential homes. And to deal with the needs for daily necessities, imported products or products for the disabled have been supplied for the elderly. The government has recognized the importance of silver industry in this rapidly aging society and has established strategies to vitalize industries related to seniors to deal with the seniors' need for food, clothing, and shelter. This study examined the necessity of nursing home gowns, and the development of nursing home gowns that are environmentally friendly, beautiful and functional for the new silver generation. For this study, literature review and Internet search were conducted regarding the status of silver fashion, necessity of nursing home gowns, emergence of new silver generation and change in lifestyle, and value and utilization of natural dye and traditional patterns. To produce nursing home gowns, fabric was dyed using fermented indigo dying, and 3 styles of nursing home gowns for each gender were designed in consideration of seasons. Lastly, these gowns were evaluated by fashion experts, medical personnel, hospital gown and silver wear experts, and natural dye experts. The results showed that the traditional Korean designs developed in this study were excellent and the fermented indigo dye was appropriate for the nursing home gowns. The development of nursing home gowns in this study will be utilized as basic material for the development of silver wear and nursing home gowns to improve the quality of life for the seniors.

• 국제물리치료학회지
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• 제11권2호
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• pp.2052-2059
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• 2020

Background: Kinesiology taping (KT) is a method that helps immediately increase muscle activation, strength and joint stability by being attached to various skeletal muscles and structures of the body. Objectives: To investigate the effect of KT applied below the hyolaryngeal complex on the movement of the hyolaryngeal complex during swallowing in patients with dysphagia after stroke. Design: One-group, pre-post design. Methods: Twenty individuals with dysphagia after stroke participated in this study. KT was applied to the sternum and both clavicles from the hyolaryngeal complex. We analyzed the motion of the hyolaryngeal complex during swallowing with and placebo KT and KT using the Image-J software with videofluoroscopic swallowing study. In addition, a 0-to-10 numerical rating self-report scale was used to check the required effort and resistance felt during swallowing. Results: KT condition showed that the anterior and superior movement of the hyoid bone during swallowing was significantly lower than placebo KT (P<.05, all). Also, KT condition showed that the anterior and superior movement of the larynx during swallowing was significantly lower than placebo KT (P<.05, all). In result of statistical comparison between KT group and placebo KT group, the KT group showed significantly higher self-report scale score than the placebo KT group in terms of two category; the required effort and resistance felt (P<.05, all). Conclusion: This study demonstrated that KT applied below the hyolaryngeal complex inhibits the anterior and superior movement of hyoid bone and larynx during swallowing of patients with dysphagia after stroke.

• 의료ㆍ복지 건축 : 한국의료복지건축학회 논문집
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• 제23권1호
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• pp.15-24
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• 2017

Purpose: Korea is expected to enter an aged society in 2018 and then a super-aged society in early 2025. The country's aging is progressing faster than any other country in the world. However, the foundation of the elderly friendly industry is weak, and measures at the government level are urgently needed. Especially, housing problems of the elderly are one of the most urgent measures to be taken. Korea does not have the minimum residential area standard for the elderly, and the current general minimum residential area standard is based on the survey of the housing situation without scientific evidence. Therefore, both standards need to be revised as soon as possible based on scientific evidence. Methods: The minimum residential area standard has been calculated following Karl H. E. Kroemer's Min or Max design also being called as-single cut and dual cut theory- as the maximum population value and minimum population value theory of Ernest J. McCormick. Therefore there is a need for a formula made using a few key factors, such as corresponding dimension, practical dimension, clearance, spare dimension, integrated dimension. These elements can be defined and used as formulas to calculate minimum residential area standards. Results: Assuming the results of the spatial variability in this study showed that it is possible to raise the standard of living in a terms of sustainable minimum size for the young, old and all residents. Implications: The government should set a minimum residential area standard with scientific grounds and set up a policy improving the life of people who live in an needy residential environment.

• 한국융합학회논문지
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• 제13권5호
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• pp.103-112
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• 2022

노년층의 삶의 질 개선과 높은 수준의 간병·요양서비스 및 니즈를 충족시킬 대안으로 향기치유기반 융·복합 사회 서비스 전문인력 양성 교육프로그램 개발을 적용하여 개선안을 마련하는 기초 사례가 되고자 한다. 광주광역시 거주자 중 교육생 30명을 대상으로 2021년 6월 14일부터 16일간 교육 전 선호도 조사 및 만족도 조사를 2021년 9월 23일부터 7일간 설문지조사를 진행한 결과 교육 선호도 에서는 향기요법 교육이 42.11%로 가장 높게 조사되었고, 교육프로그램의 적용 후 향기요법과 정의 필요성은 50%, 만족도는 48%로 가장 높게 조사되었다. 이에 본 연구는 고령 친화 산업활성화 기초 자료로 활용되고 시니어 간병·요양서비스의 집적화 및 고부가가치 융·복합 사회서비스 관련 우수인력 확보에 기여하고자 한다.