In order to overcome the limitations of linear vibration energy harvesters and those using mechanical plucking, magnetic plucking vibration energy harvesters (MVEs) have garnered significant interest. This paper presents parametric studies aimed at proposing design guidelines for MVEs and compares two magnetic force models that describe interactions between two permanent magnets. A mathematical model describing the energy harvester is employed, followed by the introduction of two magnetic force models: an analytic model and an inverse square model. Subsequently, numerical simulations are conducted to investigate dynamic characteristics of MVEs, analyzing results in terms of tip displacement, voltage output, and harvested energy. Parametric studies vary the distance between magnets, the speed of the external magnet, and the beam shape. Results indicate that reducing the distance between magnets enhances energy harvesting effectiveness. An optimal velocity for the external magnet is observed, and studies on beam shape suggest greater energy harvesting when the shape favors deflection.

In this study, two alignment methods were used to create a Fringe-Field Switching (FFS) mode liquid crystal device using an organic thin film (polyimide: PI) as an alignment layer. In addition, the electro-optical (EO) characteristics of the liquid crystal device manufactured in this way were investigated to evaluate the feasibility of mass production application of the technology. In general, the photo-alignment method using unpolarized ultraviolet rays can obtain a relatively low pretilt angle, so a liquid crystal device in FFS mode, which is a driving mode of the liquid crystal device that reflects the characteristics of liquid crystal alignment, was manufactured, and the liquid crystal has a high reactivity with the alignment film. Considering this, nematic liquid crystal (NLC) was used. In addition, in order to improve the misalignment, it was observed whether more stable orientation occurred by irradiating ultraviolet rays for an additional 1 to 3 hours in the aligned state. As a result of the experiment, it was found that NLC alignment occurs through a photodecomposition reaction caused by unpolarized UV irradiation oblique to the PI surface. In addition to the existing orientation method, UV irradiation was used to achieve a more stable orientation state and stable V-T curve and response characteristics. With liquid crystal alignment completed, more stable orientation characteristics and EO characteristics at the mass production level were obtained through additional UV irradiation for 3 hours. This method can further stabilize the orientation stability caused by existing UV irradiation through an additional process.

In this study, theoretical analyses are performed to investigate the characteristics of the static and dynamic stiffness of a nonlinear vibration isolator system. The vibration isolator system is modeled as an equivalent nonlinear oscillator. Based on the model, the static equilibrium and frequency response solutions are obtained with the variations of external static load and/or system parameters. It is shown that the static stiffness of the nonlinear vibration isolator tends to be hardened with the increase of external static load, which prevents the occurrence of excessively large deflection. This static stiffness-hardening effect is more remarkable with a larger spring constant ratio. The dynamic stiffness is also strengthened when the spring constant ratio increases, which enlarges the force transmissibility and reduces the isolation frequency bandwidth. Thus, the static stiffness- hardening improves the robustness of the nonlinear vibration isolator, whereas the dynamic stiffness-hardening rather degrades its performance. Thus, the opposite tendency of the static and dynamic stiffness-hardening effects should be considered in the design process of the nonlinear vibration isolator.

Radiant tubes heat exchangers are critical components that facilitate the heat transfer process to steel in an annealing furnace, and it addresses several engineering problems, such as thermal stress and mechanical failure due to long-term thermal cycling, which can significantly affect the longevity of the tubes and maintenance requirements. In this study, we used commercial software (ANSYS) to simulate the thermal stress and deformation of radiant tubes subjected to extreme thermal conditions and pressure loads. We evaluated both thermally induced deformation and creep deformation, which is a time-dependent deformation under constant stress over the long term. The results showed that uneven temperature conditions and pressure loads lead to significant deformation and potential failures. To mitigate these engineering challenges, we also tested several designs that include supporting brackets. This study provides valuable insights for designing radiant tube heat exchangers in annealing furnaces to extend their lifespan and ensure system safety.

Coffee is the most popular beverage in the world and various pollutants, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), are emitted from the coffee manufacturing workplace (roasting process). In this study, we analyzed the characteristics of VOCs emissions from roasted Arabica coffee bean powder using a VOCs emission chamber with a PTR-ToF-MS. The emission test was maintained under constant temperature (20 ± 2oC) and humidity (50 ± 5%) conditions. As a result of the emission test, most of the target compounds had a high concentration in the initial period, and decreased emissions as time lapsed. Acetaldehyde showed the highest concentration and was initially 78 ppm during the test period. Acetaldehyde was followed by propionic acid at 61 ppm, propanal at 51 ppm, and isobutanal at 50 ppm. As a result of comparing the occupational exposure limits (OELs) of individual VOC emitted during the coffee roasting process, the OELs of four substances, including acetaldehyde, propionic acid, acetic acid, and pyridine were identified. Of all four substances, only pyridine exceeded the OELs, and the other compounds had levels of 10% to 30% of the OELs.

국내 침입외래종 미국가재(Procambarus clarkii)의 생물모니터링을 환경유전자 분석과 함께 2021년 2월부터 10월까 지 완주군, 함평군, 나주시, 구례군 청주시, 5지점에서 수행하였다. 조사방법은 우산형통발과 둥근뜰채를 이용하였으며, eDNA 분석을 위해 8~10 L의 물을 채수하였다. 조사지 내의 동소종인 저서성 대형무척추동물과 함께 과거 분포기록 및 국내 가재류 유통 현황도 분석하였다. 조사결과 미국가재는 총 122개체가 확인되었으며, 함평군에서 59개체 (48.36%)로 가장 많은 개체수와 높은 환경유전자(eDNA)가 검출되었고 계절상 5월달에 출현 빈도가 가장 높았다. 암컷과 수컷의 비율은 21:5로 암컷이 우세하였으며, 크기는 암컷이 72.2±21.1 mm, 수컷이 80.5±15.6 mm, 어린개체가 25.3±9.8 mm이었다. 국내에 유입된 미국가재는 남서쪽 지역을 중심으로 확산되고 있는 것으로 파악되었으며, 과거에 출현 기록이 있는 서울지역에서는 확인되지 않았다. 미국가재에 외부공생하는 끈거머리지렁이류는 확인되지 않았으며, 국내의 출현한 미국가재는 일본에서부터 수입된 개체로 추정되었다. 국내에서 유통되고 있는 외래 가재류는 8종 이상이 었으며, 이중 마블가재(Procambarus virginalis)는 2021년에 환경부에서 유입주의 생물로 지정된 종으로 파악되었다. 미국가재 조사지역 일대에 서식하는 저서성 대형무척추동물은 총 3문 5강 39과 69종이 출현하였으며, 잠자리목이 24.62%, 딱정벌레목과 노린재목이 각각 16.92%로 우세하게 나타났다. 이 중 한반도고유종 1종, 적색목록 범주의 준위협(NT)으로 구분되는 1종, 갑각류는 총 6종이 출현하였다. 섭식기능군에서는 잡아먹는무리가 서식기능군에서는 기어오르는무리가 전체적으로 우세하여 출현하였다. 조사지역 내의 미국가재는 수초와 수변부 식생이 풍부한 지역을 선호하며, 수질이 탁한 곳에서도 내성이 강한 것으로 분석되었다. 잡식성인 미국가재는 동소종에서 우세하게 출현하는 육식성 저서생물과 상호 경쟁관계를 유지할 것으로 보이며, 먹이사슬에 따른 생태계 교란이 지속적으로 일어날 것으로 판단된다.

In this study, the frequency response analysis of a bistable electromagnetic vibration energy harvester is performed, based on an electromagnetic oscillator model, to investigate its nonlinear dynamic behaviors. The displacement and current responses are obtained, by the direct integration of the model, with the variations of mechanical and electromagnetic parameters. It is shown that the operating frequency band of the system can be broadened by the increase in mechanical parameters(inertial mass and Q-factor), but it does not depend significantly on any electromagnetic parameters(an external load resistance and the internal resistance of a coil). On the other hand, the output current of the energy harvester is affected only by the electromagnetic parameters (specifically, the sum of two resistances). Thus, the mechanical and electromagnetic parameters of the electromagnetic energy harvester must be designed properly, respectively, for broader and more efficient performance.

In this study, a bistable energy harvester (BEH) with a piecewise potential function is proposed to improve its energy harvesting performance. A mathematical model of the piecewise BEH (PWBEH) system is established first and a series of numerical simulation are performed, based on the developed model, in order to investigate the nonlinear dynamic behaviors and energy-harvesting performance of the system. The analysis results for the proposed PWBEH system are compared with a conventional BEH (CBEH). The frequency response results show the stiffness-softening interwell motion of the PWBEH, due to the piecewise potential energy function, which is contrary to the stiffness-hardening behavior of the CBEH. Such softening behavior of interwell motion tends to reduce the operating frequency of the BEH, while significantly increasing the output power. This observation indicate that the introduction of the piecewise potential function to a BEH would be beneficial to the system design for enhancing enegy-harvesting performance at the cost of redundant frequency band, which depends on the characteristics of environmental vibration sources.

Kombucha is a fermented tea manufactured by adding various microorganisms and sugars to brewed herb tea such as green tea and black tea. Its components and functions vary depending on ingredients, inoculated microorganism compositions, and fermentation conditions. Therefore, this study aims to examine which conditions affect kombucha properties and how these features are affected. Types of substrates, specifically plant-based foods, alter profiles of polyphenol, organic acids, carbohydrates, and protein amounts in kombucha. Long fermentation time raises polyphenol contents and high fermentation temperatures increase sourness in kombucha. Microbial composition of SCOBY, which is the symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast used to inoculate microorganisms, change the kombucha microbiome that contributes to the chemical composition and functions of kombucha. Several studies have discovered that kombucha has health beneficial functions such as antioxidant activity, hepatic protective effects, antimicrobial effects, anti-diabetic effects, anti-inflammatory effects, and cholesterol reducing effects. These findings indicate that kombucha has high potential as a health functional food. However, future studies are needed to further determine the relationship of manufacturing conditions and functional properties of kombucha.

선교적 지도자들은 타문화권 사람들에게 복음을 효율적으로 전달 하기 위해 이들의 세계관을 진지하게 취급할 필요가 있다. 아프리카에서 사역하는 선교사들이 아프리카 부족 세계관을 이해하고 연구하는 것은 더 이상 선택이 아닌 복음적인 상황화로 이끌어 가는 필수임을 뜻한다. 이 세계관은 아프리카 부족사회와 밀접하게 얽혀 있는데, 이는 부족사회의 기반을 이루는 하부구조로 볼 수 있다. 본 연구는 아프리카 부족사회의 중심적 특징들을 살펴봄을 통해 - 소규모 부족의 인간 중심적 세계관을 살펴보는 - 아프리카 세계관의 중요성을 본다. 구체적인 예를 들어 아프리카 부족 세계관은 아프리카 우분투(ubuntu)의 정신에서 적절하 게 나타난다. 집단지향적 사회에서의 뚜렷한 특징은 인간, 조상, 신, 영, 동물, 자연 사이의 관계를 중시하는데, 이는 물활론적 세계관으로 이어진다. 아프리카 부족 세계관에 대한 평가는 성경적 세계관을 통해 살펴보아야 한다. 세네갈의 월로프족의 ‘좀’(jom), ‘먼’(mun), ‘콜레 레’(kolere), ‘테랑가’(teranga)라는 부족의 4가지 최고 가치 덕목들과 콩고 브라지빌 신학교 학생들의 ‘음봉기(mbongui)’ 라는 문화적 개념은 성경적 상황화를 통해 평가되고 변혁됨을 전제로 한다.

칼 라이헬트는 노르웨이 출신 중국선교사로서 중국 불교승려들에 대한 초점을 맞추어 사역한 선교사로서 그의 위대한 업적에 비해 선교역사에서 드러나지 않은 인물이다. 당시 승려들의 복음화를 위해 그들과 동일화하는 과감한 상황화 입장을 펼쳤으므로 선교부의 오해와 불신으로 추방당하기까지 하였다. 그는 성취론(Fulfillment Theory)적 입장에서 불교철학과 기독교와의 접촉점을 발견하여 그들에게 예수 그리스도의 복음을 가르쳤다. 하남성에서 홍콩으로 선교지를 옮긴 후 도풍산에 불교양식의 선교센터를 건립하고 찾아오는 불교승려들과 도교인들에게 함께 기숙하며 토론하면서 복음을 가르쳤으며, 270여명의 불교승려들과 다수의 도교인들을 개종시켰다. 또한 루터교 연합신학교를 설립하여 제자들을 배출시켰으며, 중국어 성경주석발간 등 교육사업과 출판사업에도 업적을 남겼다. 당대 선교부로부터의 냉대와 추방에도 불구하고 일생에 걸친 불교의 지도자들을 향한 사랑과 전도행로는 기독교 선교역사에서 재평가되고 연구되어야할 가치가 있다. 본 연구를 위해 칼 라이헬트의 저서와 그에 관한 저널들, 성취론에 대한 견해들과 라이헬트의 입장, 도풍산 현장의 증거 등을 수집하고 분석하였다.

The Korean aquaculture industry was generally began in the 1970s and has gradually increased. Now, the number of households is about 7,068 and the scale of an aquaculture farm is about 248,014 ha; the value of all production in the industry is estimated to be about 1602.2 billion won. The aquaculture industry is very valuable and important for future food resources. However, the aquaculture industry was damaged by several marine ecological disturbance causing organisms. The Ascdiella aspersa colonized on the shell of scallop and then scallops were detached from rope. The patterns of damage in the aquacultures were observed in Tongyeong (oyster), Geojedo (oyster), and Gangneung (sea squirt) in June, 2017, as well as in Tongyeong (oyster) in November, 2017 by SCUBA divers. The species Halichondria bowerbanki, Bugula neritina, Mytilus galloprovincialis, Balanus amphitrite, Ascidiella aspersa, Ciona intestinalis, Didemnum sp, Styela plicata in Tongyeong, M. galloprovincialis, A. aspersa, C. intestinalis, D. vexillum, S. plicata in Geojedo, and M. galloprovincialis in Gangneung were all usually found in their farms. The marine ecological disturbance causing organisms gave rise to a reduced number of aquaculture products.

The aims of the present study were to estimate the possibility for toxicity test and compare acute toxicity of potassium dichromate in the larva stage of Neocaridina denticulata, Daphnia magna and the juvenile stage of Oryzias latipes. N. denticulate, a freshwater shrimp lives in Korea, is an indigenous species and considered to be useful for toxicity test. D. magna and O. latipes were recommended as a test species for the OECD test guideline. The 96 h-LC50 potassium dichromate value was 0.62 mg L-1 for the larva stage of N. denticulata and 168.44 mg L-1 for the juvenile stage of O. latipes. The 48 h-EC50 value was 1.27 mg L-1 for the D. magna. The study was confirmed higher sensitivity of the larva stage of N. denticulata to potassium dichromate compared to the D. magna and the juvenile stage of O. latipes.

Recent research on stand-alone focused on the improvement and development of functions for solving problems such as the limited operating time of stand-alone installed at dwelling and their low reliability caused by false alarms, but it is more urgent to study on the operating range of stand-alone sensor in consideration of the impacts of combustion products on residents because the primary goal of fire safety is minimizing casualties. This study purposed to propose the optimized operating range of stand-alone sensor in consideration of the impacts of combustion products on residents. For this purpose, we made a mathematical approach to the change of temperature over the lapse of time in compartment fires similar to house fires, and established the standards of the body's response against heat and smoke based on literature review. In addition, we surveyed domestic and foreign technological standards for stand-alone sensor, and converted them to standards for residents of the body's response against heat and smoke using mathematical model equations and analyzed them comparatively.