• ETRI Journal
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• 제41권4호
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• pp.494-505
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• 2019

In this paper, we propose a new framework for detecting the unauthorized dumping of garbage in real-world surveillance camera. Although several action/behavior recognition methods have been investigated, these studies are hardly applicable to real-world scenarios because they are mainly focused on well-refined datasets. Because the dumping actions in the real-world take a variety of forms, building a new method to disclose the actions instead of exploiting previous approaches is a better strategy. We detected the dumping action by the change in relation between a person and the object being held by them. To find the person-held object of indefinite form, we used a background subtraction algorithm and human joint estimation. The person-held object was then tracked and the relation model between the joints and objects was built. Finally, the dumping action was detected through the voting-based decision module. In the experiments, we show the effectiveness of the proposed method by testing on real-world videos containing various dumping actions. In addition, the proposed framework is implemented in a real-time monitoring system through a fast online algorithm.

• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제64권4호
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• pp.427-436
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• 2017

Concrete technologists have used ultrasonic pulse velocity test for decades to evaluate the properties of concrete. However, the presented research work focuses on the use of ultrasonic pulse velocity test to study the degradation in steel-concrete bond subjected to increasing loading. A detailed experimental investigation was conducted by testing five identical beam specimens under increasing loading. The loading was increased from zero till failure in equal increments. From the experimentation, it was found that as the reinforced concrete beams were stressed from control unloaded condition till complete failure, the propagating ultrasonic wave velocity reduced. This reduction in wave velocity is attributed to the initiation, development, and propagation of internal cracking in the concrete surrounding the steel reinforcement. Using both direct and semidirect methods of testing, results of reduction in wave velocity with evidence of internal cracking at steel-concrete interface are presented. From the presented results and discussion, it can be concluded that the UPV test method can be successfully employed to identify zones of poor bonding along the length of reinforced concrete beam. The information gathered by such testing can be used by engineers for localizing repairs thereby leading to saving of time, labor and cost of repairs. Furthermore, the implementation strategy along with real-world challenges associated with the application of the proposed technique and area of future development have also been presented.

• 경영과학
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• 제15권2호
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• pp.161-175
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• 1998

As organizations have come to be more complex and diverse, management has come to spend an increasing proportion of its time and efforts in handling organization conflict. Moreover, organizational conflict problems are often not recognized until the balance of interests is destroyed or a radical organizational change such as BPR takes place. Once an organizational conflict arises, however, it reduces corporate synergy seriously, leading to organizational ineffectiveness. Therefore, it is important to identify the cause of organizational conflict in advance and resolve it based on the proper diagnosis as early as possible lest it should undermine the organizational effectiveness. We propose a method that facilitates diagnosing potential organizational conflict and determining appropriate strategy to the conflict, based on the analysis of cognitive maps. To support the application of the method in the real world context, a computerized tool is introduced. The working procedures of the method and the features of the tool are illustrated with their application to the real case of the cable TV home shopping company.

• Journal of Information Technology Applications and Management
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• 제10권1호
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• pp.91-110
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• 2003

The primary goal of this paper is to develop an evaluation model for Web site design that have substantial effects of the performance of marketing and promotion of goods and services of the company. This paper proposes 3 design aspects such as dosing concepts, usability, and artistic coordination. The model also have tested its applicability to real world examples through an appropriate statistical techniques. Then, the model has been actually applied into 6 typical web sites and their design problems are thoroughly investigated and compared each other. Several web site design guidelines are also proposed for web design practitioners.

• Structural Engineering and Mechanics
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• 제74권3호
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• pp.313-323
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• 2020

Non-destructive tests are commonly used in construction industry to access the quality and strength of concrete. However, till date there is no non-destructive testing method that can be adopted to evaluate the bond condition of reinforced concrete beams. In this regard, the presented research work details the use of ultra-sonic pulse velocity test method to evaluate the bond condition of reinforced concrete beam. A detailed experimental research was conducted by testing four identical reinforced concrete beam samples. The samples were loaded in equal increments till failure and ultra-sonic pulse velocity readings were recorded along the length of the beam element. It was observed from experimentation that as the cracks developed in the sample, the ultra-sonic wave velocity reduced for the same path length. This reduction in wave velocity was used to identify the initiation, development and propagation of internal micro-cracks along the length of reinforcement. Using the developed experimental methodology, researchers were able to identify weak spots in bond along the length of the specimen. The proposed method can be adopted by engineers to access the quality of bond for steel reinforcement in beam members. This allows engineers to carryout localized repairs thereby resulting in reduction of time, cost and labor needed for strengthening. Furthermore, the methodology to apply the proposed technique in real-world along with various challenges associated with its application have also been highlighted.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제56권6호
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• pp.2428-2435
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• 2024

Training for radiation protection and control requires a visual understanding of radiation, which cannot be perceived by the human senses. Trainees must also master the effective use of measuring instruments. Traditionally, such training has exposed trainees to radiation sources. Here, we present a novel e-training strategy that enables safe, exposure-free handling of a radiation measuring tool called a survey meter. Our mixed reality radiation-training system merges the physical world with a digital one. Collaborating with a mixed reality headset (HoloLens 2), this system constructs a mock-up of a survey meter in real-world space. The HoloLens 2 employs a browser-based application to visualize radiation and to simulate/share the use of the survey meter, including its physical movements. To provide a dynamic learning experience, the system adjusts the survey-meter mock-up readings according to the operator's movements, distance from the radiation source, the response time of survey meter, and shielding levels. Through this approach, we expect that trainees will acquire practical skills in interpreting survey-meter readings and gain a visual understanding of radiation in real-world situations.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제55권10호
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• pp.3515-3524
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• 2023

A reinforcement learning framework is proposed for the control problem of outlet steam pressure of the once-through steam generator(OTSG) in this paper. The double-layer controller using Proximal Policy Optimization(PPO) algorithm is applied in the control structure of the OTSG. The PPO algorithm can train the neural networks continuously according to the process of interaction with the environment and then the trained controller can realize better control for the OTSG. Meanwhile, reinforcement learning has the characteristic of difficult application in real-world objects, this paper proposes an innovative pretraining method to solve this problem. The difficulty in the application of reinforcement learning lies in training. The optimal strategy of each step is summed up through trial and error, and the training cost is very high. In this paper, the LSTM model is adopted as the training environment for pretraining, which saves training time and improves efficiency. The experimental results show that this method can realize the self-adjustment of control parameters under various working conditions, and the control effect has the advantages of small overshoot, fast stabilization speed, and strong adaptive ability.

• Journal of Information Technology Applications and Management
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• 제12권4호
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• pp.133-155
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• 2005

This Paper makes an attempt to suggest a process of automatically generating application software based on the Entity-Relationship model 1. The designer develops an E-R model of an real-world system. 2. The designer inputs the entity and relationship types, and attributes shown in the E-R model, and also the basic operations of the application system to the software generator. 3. The application generator produces database schema and link information between application programs, and then automatically generates a stereo-type application system. In order for the automated application generator to build the application system in a systematic way, four basic program generation rules have been suggested. A set of computer programs have been developed in order to show the applicability of the automated software generation process suggested in this paper. By following each rule with the generator, the designer can build an application in an efficient manner compared with traditional (manual programming) approaches. It has been demonstrated from the case study that the idea of applying an automated generator in systems development based upon the E-R model is feasible.

• 문화기술의 융합
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• 제8권3호
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• pp.515-520
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• 2022

메타버스가 최근 여러 분야에서 많은 관심을 모으고 있다. 비대면 활동이 늘어나면서 메타버스는 현실 세계와 연동하여 경제적 가치 창출 외에도 사회적 교류와 문화 활동까지 그 영역을 확장해 나가고 있다. 메타버스는 AI, 빅데이터, 3D 그래픽, 5G, 클라우드 컴퓨팅과 같은 기술의 고도화에 따라 가상세계와 현실세계를 연결하여 새로운 가치를 창출하는 것으로 세계 유수의 기업들이 관심을 가지고 투자나 기술개발에 참여하고 있다. 이를 통해 경제·사회·문화에 혁신적인 변화가 예상된다. 그러나 가상세계와 현실세계가 연동되기 위해서는 아직 풀어야 할 과제가 많다. 또한 팬데믹 상황에 대응하는 비대면 사회 활동을 넘어서 다양한 산업에서 가상공간을 이용한 현실적 체험과 수익 창출을 위한 제품이나 서비스의 획기적인 발전이 이루어야 한다. 본 연구를 통해 메타버스의 본질과 현황 및 발전 그리고 적용분야를 분석하고 향후 예상되는 문제점을 도출하여 다가오는 메타버스 시대에 글로벌 경쟁력을 확보하기 위한 전략과 방안을 제시한다.

• 한국건설관리학회논문집
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.91-98
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• 2017

기후변화의 영향으로 세계 각국은 화석연료 사용을 줄이고, 신재생에너지에 대한 투자가 활발하게 이뤄지고 있다. 세계 전력의 23.7%를 신재생에너지가 공급하고 있으며, 계속된 기술의 발전으로 화력설비와 발전원가 면에서 경쟁할 수준이 되어 투자 여건이 좋아 지고 있다. 하지만, 신재생에너지 프로젝트의 투자를 결정하는 것은 쉽지 않다. 본 연구는 신재생에너지 중에서 많은 비중을 차지하고 있는 수력, 태양광, 풍력발전 프로젝트 투자 결정에 실물옵션방법을 적용한 경제성평가에 대해 국내외 연구동향을 분석하였다. 본 연구는 (1)전통적 경제성분석방법과 실물옵션방법의 차이점, (2)적용 과정, (3)많은 연구들이 제시한 신재생에너지 프로젝트의 불확실성 요소들과 옵션종류에 대해 알아보았다. 실물옵션분석방법은 신재생에너지 프로젝트의 불확실성 요소들을 고려하고 수익을 향상시키거나 리스크를 피할 수 있는 옵션 적용이 가능하여 세밀한 투자계획수립에 적합하다.