• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제50권4호
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• pp.339-346
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• 2020

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the image quality, diagnostic efficacy, and radiation dose associated with the use of a cadmium telluride (CdTe) detector, compared to charge-coupled device (CCD) and complementary metal oxide semiconductor(CMOS) detectors. Materials and Methods: Lateral cephalographs of a phantom (type 1) composed of synthetic polymer filled with water and another phantom (type 2) composed of human skull macerated with polymer coating were obtained with CdTe, CCD, and CMOS detectors. Dosimeters placed on the type 2 phantom were used to measure radiation. Noise levels from each image were also measured. McNamara cephalometric analysis was conducted, the dentoskeletal configurations were assessed, and a subjective evaluation of image quality was conducted. Parametric data were compared via 1-way analysis of variance with the Tukey post-hoc test, with a significance level of 5%. Subjective image quality and dentoskeletal configuration were described qualitatively. Results: A statistically significant difference was found among the images obtained with the 3 detectors(P<0.05), with the lowest noise level observed among the images obtained with the CdTe detector and a higher subjective preference demonstrated for those images. For the cephalometric analyses, no significant difference (P>0.05) was observed, and perfect agreement was seen with regard to the classifications obtained from the images acquired using the 3 detectors. The radiation dose associated with the CMOS detector was higher than the doses associated with the CCD (P<0.05) and CdTe detectors(P<0.05). Conclusion: Considering the evaluated parameters, the CdTe detector is recommended for use in clinical practice.

• 방송공학회논문지
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• 제25권6호
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• pp.836-844
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• 2020

아날로그 홀로그램과 동등 이상의 대면적과 넓은 시야각을 가진 Computer generated hologram(CGH)을 생성하기 위해서는 매우 많은 픽셀 수가 요구된다. 이로 인해 고해상도의 CGH를 생성하기 위해서는 높은 성능의 연산장치를 바탕으로도 오랜 연산 시간이 필요한 문제점이 존재한다. 이를 해결하기 위해 본 논문에서는 미리 계산된 저해상도 CGH를 배열한 후 평행이동된 오목 렌즈 함수를 곱해주는 것을 통하여 고해상도 CGH를 생성하는 기법을 제안한다. Point cloud 방식으로 기록된 0.1기가픽셀의 CGH를 계산하고, 여기에 제안된 기법을 도입하여 2.5기가픽셀의 CGH를 매우 빠른 속도로 생성할 수 있었으며, 이렇게 생성된 CGH를 실험을 통하여 기록한 이미지상이 정상적으로 복원되는 것을 확인하였다.

• 대한방사선기술학회지:방사선기술과학
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• 제44권3호
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• pp.205-210
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• 2021

The purpose of this study was to analyze the spatial dose according to the distance by location of medical workers when using a mobile X-ray fluoroscopy device in the operating room through a simulation experiment. The MCNPX program was used for the simulation, and the location of medical workers was set around the operating table, and the spatial dose distribution according to the distance and changes in imaging conditions was evaluated. As a result, The highest score was 2.74×10^-4 mGy, 2.72×10^-4 mGy, and 1.18×10^-4 mGy based on the 10 cm distance from the operating table. Spatial dose depending on the distance 100cm, A point 5.15×10^-5 mGy is decreased 19% of 10cm, D point 5.12×10^-5 mGy, 19 % of 10cm, and G pint, 1.73×10^-5 mGy is reduced by 15% of 10cm. Based on this study, medical-related workers directly or indirectly participating in surgery carry potential risks of radiation exposure during surgery, but there are difficulties in radiation protection due to the nature of their work. Therefore, efforts to reduce exposure suitable for the operating room environment will be required.

• 한국정보통신학회논문지
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• 제24권11호
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• pp.1519-1527
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• 2020

일반적인 방사선 측정장치는 방사능 오염원에 대한 선량률을 측정하는 공간 선량률 탐지 장치와 방사능 오염정보에 대한 2차원 또는 3차원 영상화 장치의 형태로 개발되었다. 이러한 방사선 계측 기법은 각각의 장단점을 가지고 있으나 방사능 사고 지역에서 인명피해를 최소화하며, 빠른 제염을 위해서는 두 가지 탐지 장치의 장점이 모두 필요하다. 방사능 오염원으로부터 방사능 피해를 최소화하기 위해서는 방출되는 방사선에 대한 선량률 뿐만 아니라 어디에서 방출되고 있는지를 빠르게 확인해야 하기 때문이다. 본 논문에서는 방사능 오염원 탐지를 위한 검출 센서와 회전체, 방향성을 갖는 콜리메이터를 이용하여 방사능 오염원에 대한 선량률 및 방향 정보를 실시간으로 측정 할 수 있는 기법을 고안하였다. 회전형 기반의 방사능 탐지 장치는 탐지 센서를 둘러싼 회전체가 회전하며 개구부와 일치할 때 획득되는 방사능 정보와 회전체의 위치정보를 통해 선량률과 방향을 확인할 수 있도록 구성하였으며, 다수개의 홀을 통해 수직, 수평 방향에 대한 측정 기법을 제안하였다. 탐지 결과 수평 방향에서의 탐지 시 방향 정보에 대한 측정오차는 1% 미만으로 확인하였다.

• 한국정보통신학회논문지
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• 제24권9호
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• pp.1132-1137
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• 2020

유방 X선 촬영 장치를 이용한 유방 촬영을 실시할 때 발생되는 불필요한 피폭 선량을 경감시키기 위해 비스무스로 제작한 차폐체를 촬영 부위의 반대 측 유방에 적용했을 때 차폐율 분석을 실시하였다. 오른쪽, 왼쪽을 압박하였을 때 CC와 MLO 검사 시 압박되지 않는 유방의 산란 선량을 알아보기 위하여 비스무스를 차폐하지 않았을 때(Not used : NU그룹)와 차폐했을 때(Used : U그룹)로 구분하여 실험을 진행하였다. NU 그룹의 평균선량은 9.568μSv이었고, U그룹의 평균 선량은 1.038μSv이었다. 비스무스 차폐체 사용 전후의 평균 측정 선량은 89.15% 감소되었다. 유방 촬영용 비스무스 차폐체를 사용하면 산란 방사선을 차폐하여 방사선에 의한 노출을 최소한으로 유지할 수 있다.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제51권1호
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• pp.27-34
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• 2021

Purpose: This study was performed to compare the ability of limited- and large-volume cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) to display isthmuses in the apical root canals of mandibular molars. Materials and Methods: Forty human mandibular first molars with isthmuses in the apical 3 mm of mesial roots were scanned by micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), and their thickness, area, and length were recorded. The samples were examined using 2 CBCT systems, using the smallest voxels and field of view available for each device. The Mann-Whitney, Friedman, and Dunn multiple comparison tests were performed (α=0.05). Results: The 3D Accuitomo 170 and i-Cat devices detected 77.5% and 75.0% of isthmuses, respectively (P>0.05). For length measurements, there were significant differences between micro-CT and both 3D Accuitomo 170 and i-Cat(P<0.05). Conclusion: Both CBCT systems performed similarly and did not detect isthmuses in the apical third in some cases. CBCT still does not equal the performance of micro-CT in isthmus detection, but it is nonetheless a valuable tool in endodontic practice.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제51권1호
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• pp.55-62
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• 2021

Purpose: This study evaluated the influence of a metal artifact reduction (MAR) tool in a cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) device on the diagnosis of vertical root fractures (VRFs) in teeth with different root filling materials. Materials and Methods: Forty-five extracted human premolars were classified into three subgroups; 1) no filling; 2) gutta-percha; and 3) metallic post. CBCT images were acquired using an Orthopantomograph 300 unit with and without a MAR tool. Subsequently, the same teeth were fractured, and new CBCT scans were obtained with and without MAR. Two oral radiologists evaluated the images regarding the presence or absence of VRF. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves and diagnostic tests were performed. Results: The overall area under the curve values were 0.695 for CBCT with MAR and 0.789 for CBCT without MAR. The MAR tool negatively influenced the overall diagnosis of VRFs in all tested subgroups, with lower accuracy (0.45-0.72), sensitivity (0.6-0.67), and specificity (0.23-0.8) than were found for the images without MAR. In the latter group, the accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity values were 0.68-0.77, 0.67-083, and 0.53-087, respectively. However, no significant difference was found between images with and without MAR for the no filling and gutta-percha subgroups (P>0.05). In the metallic post subgroup, CBCT showed a significant difference according to MAR use (P<0.05). Conclusion: The OP 300 MAR tool negatively influenced the detection of VRFs in teeth with no root canal filling, gutta-percha, or metallic posts. Teeth with metallic posts suffered the most from the negative impact of MAR.

• Advances in nano research
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• 제10권3호
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• pp.253-261
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• 2021

Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is one of the most widely adopted silicon-based organic polymeric elastomers. Elastomeric nanostructures are normally required to accomplish an explicit mechanical role and correspondingly their mechanical properties are crucial to affect device and material performance. Despite its wide application, the mechanical properties of PDMS are yet fully understood. In particular, the time dependent mechanical response of PDMS has not been fully elucidated. Here, utilizing state-of-the-art PeakForce Quantitative Nanomechanical Mapping (PFQNM) together with Force Volume (FV) and Fast Force Volume (FFV), the elastic moduli of PDMS samples were assessed in a time-dependent fashion. Specifically, the acquisition frequency was discretely changed four orders of magnitude from 0.1 Hz up to 2 kHz. Careful calibrations were done. Force data were fitted with a linearized DMT contact mechanics model considering surface adhesion force. Increased Young's modulus was discovered with increasing acquisition frequency. It was measured 878 ± 274 kPa at 0.1 Hz and increased to 4586 ± 758 kPa at 2 kHz. The robust local probing of mechanical measurement as well as unprecedented high-resolution topography imaging open new avenues for quantitative nanomechanical mapping of soft polymers, and can be extended to soft biological systems.

• 한방비만학회지
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• 제21권1호
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• pp.32-41
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• 2021

Objectives: We aim to observe the relation of body mass index (BMI) and the indicators of oral health. Methods: 400 subjects participated in the study. The BMI values are calculated from the height and weight. For the tongue diagnosis, we used the tongue imaging device to analyze the color, tongue coating, and tooth marks. We measured the concentration of hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) and methyl mercaptan (CH₃SH) to evaluate the halitosis. The dry mouth was evaluated through the measurement of saliva secretion and with the questionnaire asking the frequency of dry mouth. Results: The BMI values were significantly higher in the group with light-white and blue-purple colored tongue, and significantly lower for lightly-coated tongue. However, the correlation of BMI and the amounts of saliva secretion was not significant as well as in the correlation of BMI and the concentration of H₂S, CH₃SH. In tongue diagnosis, the subjects who had blue-purple colored tongue also had significantly higher H₂S and CH₃SH, but tendency of lower saliva secretion. Conclusion: We obtain data showing that BMI value and the indicators of oral health including tongue diagnosis have meaningful correlation.

• Korean Journal of Acupuncture
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• 제38권4호
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• pp.267-274
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• 2021

Objectives : Acupoints education is important in that it can determine the clinical competency of Korean Medicine Doctors (KMDs). Accordingly, we aimed to develop a practical simulator for acupoints education, acupoints training, acupoints practice, and acupoints evaluation. Methods : Korean Medicine (KM) SMART Table can be divided into hardware, server and components, and is organically linked. We develop KM SMART Table that combines the hardware of a human-sized table with a UHD display capable of multi-touch in two cases and software that can teach acupoints. We make Augmented Reality (AR) contents linked with KM SMART Table contents and develop applications that can use contents using mobile devices. By developing an AR image tracking module to react with KM SMART Table, it enables acupoint learning according to the mobile device platform and human anatomy. Results : The current system is a prototype where some 3D technology has been implemented, but the AR function will be produced later. New learning using 3D and AR will be required during acupoints education and acupoints practice. It will be used a lot in OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) practices for strengthening the competency of KMDs, and it will be of great help not only in KM education as a unique simulator of KM, but also in the practice of acupuncture and chuna for musculoskeletal diseases. Conclusions : The KM SMART Table is a technology that combines 3D and AR to learn acupoints, and to conduct acupoints OSCE practice, and we suggest that it can be usefully used for educational evaluation.