This paper investigates the mechanism of thermal burn-out and contact welding failures occurring in the master power switches of tracked armored vehicles. Since these tactical vehicles employ a mechanical ON/OFF switching system directly coupled with high-capacity batteries, a transient electrical arc inevitably generates during the brief moment of contact engagement. This arcing causes initial physical and micro-structural damage to the mating upper and lower contact plates. Notably, field data reveals that this failure is highly concentrated in specific production batches, where minor degradation escalates into catastrophic thermal burn-out and contact adhesion (welding). To identify the root cause of this accelerated failure, this study focuses on the causal relationship between the contact area and localized current density. Macroscopic and comparative analysis demonstrates that the defective switches from the problematic production lot possess an effective contact area of only 30% compared to normal, non-defective components. This significant reduction in contact area forces the electrical current to constrict into narrow paths, leading to an sharp surge in local current density and subsequent Joule heating. The combination of initial arc erosion and severe thermal runaway ultimately triggers the melting and welding of the contacts. The findings of this study emphasize that ensuring a sufficient effective contact area is critical in the manufacturing stage of high-current military switches to prevent catastrophic thermal failures under harsh operational environments.

Taiwan’s fresh blueberry market is primarily supplied by imports, with locally produced fruit occupying a premium niche due to i ts freshness, bloom retention, and product differentiation. This study assessed the feasibility of exporting Korean fresh blueberries to Taiwan by integrating: (i) field-based industry and market observations; (ii) weekly harvest records from 12 blueberry genotypes, including cultivars and local hybrid lines, collected in 2025 from the Agricultural Technology Research Institute (ATRI) research field; and (iii) a review of Taiwan’s import requirements. These requirements include plant quarantine procedures administered by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Agency (APHIA), border food inspection under the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) by the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) system, and pesticide-residue compliance. Taiwan’s blueberry imports expanded significantly from 242.6 tons in 2010 to 6,695.9 tons in 2025, indicating rapid growth in the fresh blueberry market. ATRI harvests were heavily concentrated in weeks 18–23, suggesting that export competitiveness may rely on targeting off-peak market windows and consistently delivering premium quality rather than competing primarily on price. Regulatory compliance emerged as a critical constraint, particularly the protocol-based approach for market access and the “non-detect” principle applied to pesticides without established MRLs. We conclude that Korean exports would be most viable when supported by cultivar selection emphasizing firmness and bloom retention, lot-based residue verification aligned with Taiwan’s MRLs, a nd s tandardized forced-air p recooling with end-to-end c old-chain management.

Soybean pulp, a nutrient-rich byproduct of soymilk and tofu production, offers potential functional benefits. This study investigated the effects of soybean pulp supplementation on the nutritional and functional properties of dried sweet potato strips. In order to evaluate these properties, protein and dietary fiber content, color parameters, antioxidant activity, and free amino acid levels were analyzed. Soybean pulp supplementation significantly increased the protein and dietary fiber content, antioxidant activity, and free amino acid levels. In particular, glutamic acid, arginine, phenylalanine, threonine, and histidine were identified as the major contributors to the free amino acid profile influenced by the supplementation. Among the tested concentrations, 3% soybean pulp supplementation was found to be the most effective at enhancing the nutritional and functional attributes. These findings therefore suggest that soybean pulp can serve as a functional ingredient to enhance the nutritional and functional properties of dried sweet potato strips, while offering an environmentally sustainable approach to utilizing food byproducts in functional food development.

The starter motor for military armored vehicles was known for its reliable quality, with less than one failure reported per year. However, this changed recently when a sudden wave of failures began to occur. The main issue was the “pinion gear teeth” snapping off during operation. When these teeth break, the metal fragments scatter and damage other internal parts, causing expensive repairs and leaving the vehicles unusable. Because it is vital for the military to keep these vehicles ready for action, solving this problem became a top priority. This paper provides a comprehensive investigation into the root causes of these pinion gear failures by examining the entire system from multiple perspectives. First, we conducted a detailed analysis of the individual component, including its material properties and the manufacturing process to identify any inconsistencies. Second, the study evaluates the gear meshing conditions and structural alignment with the mating components to ensure proper power transmission. Furthermore, we analyzed the electrical characteristics of the starter motor, such as current surges during ignition, which could impose excessive stress on the gear teeth. By integrating these findings, this paper discusses the comprehensive process of identifying the failure mechanism and proposes technical improvements to prevent future occurrences.

The objective of the present study was to investigate the effects of different red seaweeds on in vitro rumen fermentation characteristics and methane gas production. Five species of red seaweed (Chrysymenia wrughtii Yamada, CW; Hypnea sp., Hypnea sp.; Chondria crassicaulis, CC; Gelidium vagum Okamurae, GV; Hypnea saidana Holmes, HS) were obtained from National Institute of Fisheries Science (NIFS) in South Korea. The collected red seaweeds were washed for 3 minutes, and then samples were freeze-dried and ground to a size of a 1 millimeter. The buffered ruminal fluid (50 mL) was incubated with substrates and seaweeds (5% of substrates) at 39℃ for 48 hours. Total gas production was lower than red seaweed treatments excluding the CW treatment (p<0.05; 63.25 mL). Methane production was the lowest in CC treatment (p<0.05; 9.93 mL/g of digestible dry matter). The rumen pH of the red seaweed treatments ranged from 5.98 to 6.08, which was significantly the lowest in the GV treatment (p<0.05; 5.98). There was no significant difference in the total VFA concentration, but propionate (27.53%) was significantly highest in the CW treatment, whereas acetate (53.14%), iso-valerate (3.52%), valerate (1.72%), and A:P ratio (1.93) were significantly lowest (p<0.05). In conclusion, among the five species of red seaweeds, Chondria crassicaulis reduced in vitro methane production without negative effects on dry matter digestibility. Future studies will be needed to determine the optimal inclusion level of Chondria crassicaulis as feed additive to reduce enteric methane production.

This study identifies the possibility of alignment discrepancies during mortar firing when using inactive fuzes, which make it impossible to visually observe impact points. To address this issue, we studied a quality assurance method for Sight Alignment after firing. To establish a baseline, we analyzed the pre-firing Sight Alignment and the impact group status during firing for 00 mortars and 000 shells. Based on this analysis, we derived the alignment position information range after firing for 36 mortars, distinguishing between 68% and 95% confidence interval. Finally, considering data characteristics, inspection time requirements, and non-conforming data, we selected the Sight Alignment range after firing based on the 95% confidence interval. This study is expected to contribute to the development of quality assurance methods for munitions by serving as an example of quality assurance in the mass production stage of mortars.

This study investigated the operating principles of colorimetric freshness indicators, particularly those for relative humidity (RH) and hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and evaluated the applicability of commercially available indicators for food use. The findings not only provide a deeper understanding of how these indicators respond to substances, such as carbon dioxide, volatile basic nitrogen, sulfides, water activity, and ethylene gas, which are produced during quality changes in food, but also pave the way for the development of new food safety technologies. The RH indicator functions by utilizing a dye that undergoes a chemical structural change when reacting with moisture. The H2S indicator uses a dye that changes color upon detecting H2S or volatile basic nitrogen produced when food spoils. Commercial RH indicators effectively indicated changes in the water activity of almonds, pastries, and red pepper powder; however, their ability to predict them diminished during storage. Commercial H2S indicators exhibited a stronger correlation between color change and volatile basic nitrogen levels in exposure to light than without light, as demonstrated when applied to mackerel and clam. Additionally, at the point of spoilage, the degree of color change in the H2S indicators was more distinct in clam than mackerel. Although commercial RH and H2S indicators are available, they must be sensitive, accurate, and irreversibly developed in response to changes in the target food for effective application.

수소는 기후변화 위기에 대응하기 위한 에너지원 중 하나로 주목받고 있다. 그러나, 수소는 밀폐된 공간에 누출되면 천장으로 상승하여 축적되고, 점화원과 만나면 화재나 폭발의 위험이 있다. 특히, 수소를 운송하거나 연료로 사용하는 선박은 여러 밀폐된 공간으 로 구성되어 있기 때문에 수소를 안전하게 사용하기 위해서는 공간 내에서의 확산 특성을 파악해야 한다. 본 연구는 선박 내 밀폐된 공간 에서 수소와 유사한 특성을 가진 헬륨의 누출방향에 따른 확산 특성을 실험적으로 파악하고, CFD 시뮬레이션을 통해 환기횟수가 25, 30, 35, 40, 45ACH로 증가함에 따라 누출방향에 따른 산소농도 변화를 파악하는 것이 목적이다. 연구 결과, 산소농도감소율은 -z 방향의 누출 이 2%, +x와 +z 방향의 누출이 1%였으며, 환기소요시간은 -z 방향 누출이 15분 30초, +x 방향 누출이 7분, +z 방향 누출이 9분으로 누출방 향에 따라 산소농도와 환기소요시간에 차이가 있음을 보여준다. 또한, 실험공간에서 환기횟수 35ACH 이상부터는 모든 누출 방향에서의 산소농도감소율과 환기소요시간에 유의미한 차이가 없었다. 따라서, 환기횟수를 증가하여도 산소농도와 환기소요시간이 개선되지 않았기 때문에 본 실험환경에서의 적정 환기횟수는 35ACH임을 알 수 있었다.

Small-film-type ion sensors are garnering considerable interest in the fields of wearable healthcare and home-based monitoring systems. The performance of these sensors primarily relies on electrode capacitance, often employing nanocomposite materials composed of nano- and sub-micrometer particles. Traditional techniques for enhancing capacitance involve the creation of nanoparticles on film electrodes, which require cost-intensive and complex chemical synthesis processes, followed by additional coating optimization. In this study, we introduce a simple one-step electrochemical method for fabricating gold nanoparticles on a carbon nanotube (Au NP–CNT) electrode surface through cyclic voltammetry deposition. Furthermore, we assess the improvement in capacitance by distinguishing between the electrical double-layer capacitance and diffusion-controlled capacitance, thereby clarifying the principles underpinning the material design. The Au NP–CNT electrode maintains its stability and sensitivity for up to 50 d, signifying its potential for advanced ion sensing. Additionally, integration with a mobile wireless data system highlights the versatility of the sensor for health applications.

빵의 소비가 증가함에 따라 제빵 성능을 향상시킬 수 있는 기술은 제빵 산업에서 중요한 주제가 되고 있다. 활성글루텐(vital gluten)은 밀가루에 물을 첨가하여 전분을 제거한 후 글루텐만을 건조시킨 단백질이다. 품질이 낮은 밀가루에 활성글루텐을 첨가하면 반죽에 탄성과 신장성을 부여하여 제빵성능을 향상할 수 있다. 현재 제빵 산업에서 활성글루텐이 많이 활용되고 있지만 이들의 화학적, 물리화학적 특성 및 품질 평가에 필요한 품질 파라미터들에 대해 이해가 부족한 실정이다. 본 총설에서는, 활성글루텐의 품질을 예측하기 위한 파라미터의 이해를 돕기 위하여 밀 글루텐 단백질의 종류와 역할, 밀 반죽에서 형성되는 글루텐 네트워크, 밀가루 품질에 영향을 미치는 요인, 활성글루텐의 제조공정, 활성글루텐의 품질에 영향을 미치는 요인, 마지막으로 활성글루텐의 물리적 특성을 효과적으로 평가할 수 있는 글루토피크(Glutopeak)에 대해 설명하고자 한다. 본 총설을 통해 반죽 리올로지 특성과 제빵 성능에 영향을 미치는 활성글루텐의 품질 파라미터를 이해하고, 제빵 산업에서 활용할 수 있도록 도움이 되길 기대한다.

본 연구에서는 인공광 시설에서 광원을 달리하여 생산된 방풍나물의 항산화 및 항염 효과를 평가하였고 노지 재배 된 방풍나물과 그 생리활성을 비교하였다. DPPH 및 ABTS 라디칼 소거 활성 및 총 폴리페놀은 노지에서 재배 된 방풍나물이 인공광 시설에서 재배된 방풍나물보다 높은 항산화 활성을 나타내었고, 인공광에서 재배된 방풍나물 중 에서는 BW 광원으로 재배된 방풍나물이 농도 의존적으로 높은 항산화 효과를 보였다. XO 저해 활성은 BW 재배된 방풍나물이 노지 재배 방풍나물보다 우수한 효과를 나타내었다. SOD와 CAT 결과는 BW 및 노지 재배된 방풍나물 모두 무처리 대조군에 비해 농도 의존적인 활성을 보였다. BW 및 노지 재배된 방풍나물은 방풍나물을 처리하지 않은 무처리 대조군에 비해 TNF-α 와 IL-6 사이토카인을 농도 의존적으로 유의하게 감소시켰다. 따라서 인공광 재배 된 방풍나물은 대체적으로 노지보다 낮을 수 있지만 항산화 및 항염 효과를 보였고. 앞으로 인공광에서 재배된 작물의 다양한 기능성 소재로서의 연구에 도움이 될 것으로 기대된다.

Combat vehicles were developed in two types depending on the purpose of operation. The body of the vehicle is relatively large welded structure, and there is a quality problem in that welding deformation occurs in a certain area. Welding deformation is a problem that is inevitably generated during the welding process, and additional corrective work is performed. However, due to the structural characteristics of the welded structure of combat vehicl, there are many limitations in the correction method, which lowered the productivity. To improve this problem, we intend to establish improvement measures through analysis of the areas where welding deformation occurs and apply corrective measures suitable for welding structures of combat vehicles. For the design improvement plans, the finite element analysis were used and the correction method were applied to simulated structure to confirm the possibility. Finally, the improvement effect was confirmed by manufacturing the actual welded structure. Based on the results of this study, it is expected that the productivity of related similar welding structures as well as structures of wheeled armored vehicles, can be improved.

목적 : 장애인의 독립적인 일상생활활동을 위해 보조공학과 보조기기에 대한 필요성이 증가하고 있다. 본 연구는 전라북 도 전주시의 작업치료사와 보조공학사를 대상으로 WHO가 제시한 100가지의 필수 보조기기 목록 중 국내 실정에 적합한 우선순위 품목들에 대해 조사하고자 한다. 연구방법 : 전주시에서 근무하고 있는 작업치료사와 보조공학사 50명을 대상으로 이동용, 시각, 청각, 의사소통, 인지, 환경 등 영역별 보조기기 우선순위에 대한 설문조사를 실시하였다. 본 연구에서 사용된 설문은 WHO 필수 보조기기 목록 국제 설문 조사를 바탕으로 구성하였으며, 총 6개 영역(이동성, 시각, 청각, 의사소통, 인지, 환경), 100개 품목 중 참여자 자신이 가장 중요하다고 생각하는 50개 품목을 선택하도록 요청하였다. 수집된 자료는 엑셀을 이용하여 최빈값을 산출한 후, 보조기기 목록의 우선순위로 나열되었다. 결과 : 각 영역별 우선순위 품목으로 이동용 보조기기 영역의 전동휠체어(80%), 시각 보조기기 영역에서는 저 시력용 안경(82%), 청각 보조기기 영역의 귀속형/고막형 보청기(76%) 등이 가장 우선순위를 보이는 품목으로 나타났다. 의사소통 보조기기 영역의 우선순위 품목으로는 의사소통 보드/책(70%)으로 나타났으며, 인지 보조기기 영역의 휴대용 GPS 추적기(67%), 환경 보조기기 영역의 목욕/샤워 의자(78%) 등이 높은 우선순위를 보이는 품목으로 조사되었다. 결론 : 본 연구를 통해 작업치료사와 보조공학사가 인식하는 장애인 필수 보조기기 우선순위 품목을 파악할 수 있었으며, 향후 영역별 보조기기 제공을 위한 기초자료가 될 것으로 사료된다.

본 연구는 화재진압 및 피난활동을 지원하는 딥러닝 기반의 알고리즘 개발에 관한 기초 연구로 선박 화재 시 연기감지기가 작동하기 전에 검출된 연기 데이터를 분석 및 활용하여 원격지까지 연기가 확산 되기 전에 연기 확산거리를 예측하는 것이 목적이다. 다음과 같은 절차에 따라 제안 알고리즘을 검토하였다. 첫 번째 단계로, 딥러닝 기반 객체 검출 알고리즘인 YOLO(You Only Look Once)모델에 화재시뮬레이션을 통하여 얻은 연기 영상을 적용하여 학습을 진행하였다. 학습된 YOLO모델의 mAP(mean Average Precision)은 98.71%로 측정되었으며, 9 FPS(Frames Per Second)의 처리 속도로 연기를 검출하였다. 두 번째 단계로 YOLO로부터 연기 형상이 추출된 경계 상자의 좌표값을 통해 연기 확산거리를 추정하였으며 이를 시계열 예측 알고리즘인 LSTM(Long Short-Term Memory)에 적용하여 학습을 진행하였다. 그 결과, 화재시뮬레이션으로부터 얻은 Fast 화재의 연기영상에서 경계 상자의 좌표값으로부터 추정한 화재발생~30초까지의 연기 확산거리 데이터를 LSTM 학습모델에 입력하여 31초~90초까지의 연기 확산거리 데이터를 예측하였다. 그리고 추정한 연기 확산거리와 예측한 연기 확산거리의 평균제곱근 오차는 2.74로 나타났다.

총담관류는 담관낭종 중 가장 빈도가 낮은 질환으로 악성 종양 발생에 대한 보고가 드물어 총담관류로 인한 악성 발생 가능성에 대해서 이견이 존재한다. 저자들은 상부위장관 검진에서 우연히 발견된 십이지장 유두부 선종으로 내원한 환자에서 내시경 초음파를 이용하여 총담관류 내에서 발생한 선종으로 진단 후 올가미를 이용한 내시경 유두절제술을 통하여 완전절제에 성공한 증례를 경험하였다. 이에 총담관류 내 악성 종양 발생 가능성 및 총담관류의 진단과 내시경적 치료에 대한 문헌 고찰과 함께 보고하고자 한다.