This paper presents a methodology for Initial Orbit Determination (IOD) based on a modification of the Laplace’s geocentric method. The orbital elements for Near-Earth asteroids (1864) Daedalus, 2003 GW, 2019 JA8, a Hungaria-type asteroid (4690) Strasbourg, and the asteroids of the Main Belt (1738) Oosterhoff, (2717) Tellervo, (1568) Aisleen and (2235) Vittore were calculated. Input data observations from the Minor Planet Center MPC database and Astronomical Observatory of the Technological University of Pereira (OAUTP; MPC code W63) were used. These observations cover observation arcs of less than 22 days. The orbital errors, in terms of shape and orientation for the estimated orbits of the asteroids, were calculated. The shape error was less than 53 × 10–3 AU, except for the asteroid 2019 JA8. On the other hand, errors in orientation were less than 0.1 rad, except for (4690) Strasbourg. Additionally, we estimated ephemerides for all bodies for up to two months. When compared with actual ephemerides, the errors found allowed us to conclude that these bodies can be recovered in a field of vision of 95’ × 72’ (OAUTP field). This shows that Laplace’s method, though simple, may still be useful in the IOD study, especially for observatories that initiate programs of minor bodies observation.

The Korean Institute of Technology Satellite (KITSAT-1) is the first satellite developed by the Satellite Technology Research Center and the University of Surrey. KITSAT-1 is orbiting the Earth’s orbit as space debris with a 1,320 km altitude after the planned mission. Due to its relatively small size and altitude, tracking the KITSAT-1 was a difficult task. In this research, we analyzed the tracking results of KITSAT-1 for one year using the Midland Space Radar (MSR) in Texas and the Poker Flat Incoherent Scatter Radar (PFISR) in Alaska operated by LeoLabs, Inc. The tracking results were analyzed on a weekly basis for MSR and PFISR. The observation was conducted by using both stations at an average frequency of 10 times per week. The overall corrected range measurements for MSR and PFISR by LeoLabs were under 50 m and 25 m, respectively. The ionospheric delay, the dominant error source, was confirmed with the International Reference of Ionosphere-16 model and Global Navigation Satellite System data. The weekly basis orbit determination results were compared with two-line element data. The comparison results were used to confirm the orbital consistency of the estimated orbits.

In this study, the observational arc-length effect on orbit determination (OD) for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) in the Earth-Moon Transfer phase was investigated. For the OD, we employed a sequential estimation using the extended Kalman filter and a fixed-point smoother. The mission periods, comprised between the perigee maneuvers (PM) and the lunar orbit insertion (LOI) maneuver in a 3.5 phasing loop of the KPLO, was the primary target. The total period was divided into three phases: launch–PM1, PM1–PM3, and PM3–LOI. The Doppler and range data obtained from three tracking stations [included in the deep space network (DSN) and Korea Deep Space Antenna (KDSA)] were utilized for the OD. Six arc-length cases (24 hrs, 48 hrs, 60 hrs, 3 days, 4 days, and 5 days) were considered for the arc-length effect investigation. In order to evaluate the OD accuracy, we analyzed the position uncertainties, the precision of orbit overlaps, and the position differences between true and estimated trajectories. The maximum performance of 3-day OD approach was observed in the case of stable flight dynamics operations and robust navigation capability. This study provides a guideline for the flight dynamics operations of the KPLO in the trans-lunar phase.

In this study, the precise orbit determination (POD) software is developed for optical observation. To improve the performance of the estimation algorithm, a nonlinear batch filter, based on the unscented transform (UT) that overcomes the disadvantages of the least-squares (LS) batch filter, is utilized. The LS and UT batch filter algorithms are verified through numerical simulation analysis using artificial optical measurements. We use the real optical observation data of a low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite, Cryosat-2, observed from optical wide-field patrol network (OWL-Net), to verify the performance of the POD software developed. The effects of light travel time, annual aberration, and diurnal aberration are considered as error models to correct OWL-Net data. As a result of POD, measurement residual and estimated state vector of the LS batch filter converge to the local minimum when the initial orbit error is large or the initial covariance matrix is smaller than the initial error level. However, UT batch filter converges to the global minimum, irrespective of the initial orbit error and the initial covariance matrix.

규조토는 규조 껍질로 구성된 규질 다공성 퇴적암으로서 여과보조재, 충전재, 흡착재, 연마재 등의 다양한 용도로 사용된다. 규조토의 특성 개선을 위해 열처리하게 되면, 비정질 실리카인 단백석 이 크리스토발라이트로 상전이하여 규조토에 함유된다. 해외 규조토 17개 시료에 대하여 X-선회절분 석과 주사전자현미경 분석을 실시한 결과, 1개 시료에는 크리스토발라이트가 함유되어 있지 않으나, 나머지 16개 시료에는 크리스토발라이트가 다양한 정도(6~100 %)로 함유되어 있었다. 공기 중 일정 농도 이상의 크리스토발라이트는 인체유해물질로 관리되나, 식품 중 크리스토발라이트의 유해성은 낮 은 것으로 알려져 있다. 그러나 식품 품질 관리를 위해서 액상 여과식품 내 크리스토발라이트 함량 측 정 필요성이 제기되어, 분석법을 수립하고 몇몇 식품을 대상으로 분석을 실시하였다. 은여과지로 여과 한 크리스토발라이트에 X-선회절분석을 실시하고, 강도를 보정하여 검량선을 작성한 결과, 2.7 mg까 지 미량 정량이 가능한 것으로 평가되었다. 이 방법으로 몇몇 유통 액상여과식품의 잔류 크리스토발 라이트 함량을 측정하였으나 검출되지 않았다.

The Optical Wide-field patroL-Network (OWL-Net) is a Korean optical space surveillance system used to track and monitor objects in space. In this study, the characteristics of four Initial Orbit Determination (IOD) methods were analyzed using artificial observational data from Low Earth Orbit satellites, and an appropriate IOD method was selected for use as the initial value of Precise Orbit Determination using OWL-Net data. Various simulations were performed according to the properties of observational data, such as noise level and observational time interval, to confirm the characteristics of the IOD methods. The IOD results produced via the OWL-Net observational data were then compared with Two Line Elements data to verify the accuracy of each IOD method. This paper, thus, suggests the best method for IOD, according to the properties of angles-only data, for use even when the ephemeris of a satellite is unknown.

In this study, a batch least square estimator that utilizes optical observation data is developed and utilized to determine geostationary orbits (GEO). Through numerical simulations, the effects of error sources, such as clock errors, measurement noise, and the a priori state error, are analyzed. The actual optical tracking data of a GEO satellite, the Communication, Ocean and Meteorological Satellite (COMS), provided by the optical wide-field patrol network (OWL-Net) is used with the developed batch filter for orbit determination. The accuracy of the determined orbit is evaluated by comparison with two-line elements (TLE) and confirmed as proper for the continuous monitoring of GEO objects. Also, the measurement residuals are converged to several arcseconds, corresponding to the OWL-Net performance. Based on these analyses, it is verified that the independent operation of electro-optic space surveillance systems is possible, and the ephemerides of space objects can be obtained.

이 연구의 목적은 AAPM CT 성능 팬텀 안에 있는 CT 수 교정 삽입부의 CT 슬라이스 영상들을 사용하여 CT X-선 빔들의 유효에너지를 결정하는데 있다. AAPM CT 성능 팬텀의 CT 수 교정 삽입부는 80, 100, 120 kVp X-선 빔에 대하여 CT 스캐너로 5번 스캔되었다. 각 핀의 CT 수는 각각의 CT 슬라이스 영상에 대하여 측정되었다. 상관계수들은 각 핀에서 측정된 CT 수의 평균값과 미국표준기술연구소의 자료로부터 계산된 다른 광자에너지 하에 선감약계수를 선형정합하여 얻었다. 얻어진 상관계수의 최대값에 대응하는 광자에 너지는 유효에너지로 결정하였다. 결과로서, 유효에너지는 80, 100, 120 kVp X-선 빔들에 대하여 각각 56, 62, 66~67 keV이다.

BAT-AEL(Best Available Techniques Associate Emission Level) is the basis for establishing permissible emission standards for the workplace. Therefore, it is necessary to formulate a regulated BAT-AEL setting methodology that is generally applicable to all relevant industries. For the BAT-AEL settings, various factors should be considered such as the pollutants item, whether the workplace is subject to integrated pollution prevention and control, whether BAT is applicable, the basic data type, the emission classification system, and the suitability of the collected data. Among these factors, it is the most important factor to establish the classification system for the emitting facilities such that the emission characteristics of an industrial facility and its pollutants can be effectively reflected. Furthermore the target of the survey workplace should adhere to the BAT guidelines, even if it is a workplace that is subject to an the integrated environmental system. Certified data (SEMS, TMS, cleanSYS, WEMS, etc.) can be used to prioritize the classification system for the emission facility and the emission levels of pollutants. However, the self-measured data, daily logs, and questionnaire data from the workplace can also be used upon agreement of the relevant TWG. The collected data should only be used only when the facility is operating normally. Data that have been determined to be outliers or inappropriate validation methods should also be excluded. The BAT-AEL can be establish by adhering to the following procedure: 1) investigate all relevant workplaces with in the industry, 2)select workplaces for integrated management, 3)Identify BAT application, 4)identify whether BAT is generally applicable, 5)establish a classification system for emitting facilities, 6)collection available data, 7)verify conformity, 8)remove of outliers, 9)prepare the BAT-AEL draft, 10)deliberate, and 11) perform the confirmation procedure.

This paper presents an automated determination technique of optimal subset sizes for digital image correlation (DIC) analysis of speckle patterned images. The smaller subset size would typically have the higher DIC accuracy with respect to local minute deformation, but insufficient speckle pattern information within the excessively small often augment DIC errors due to lack of correlation features. Therefore, optimal subset size determination is crucial for the precise DIC analysis. To automate the optimal subset size determination process, first, the reference and test speckle pattern images are obtained from the target structure surface with a certain time interval. Then, an initial seed point which will be used for the subset center point is assigned on the reference speckle pattern image. Subsequently, normalized cross correlation (NCC) between the reference and test images is performed by increasing subset sizes from the seed point. Next, the matching distance between the two images is calculated using the maximum correlation coefficient. As the subset size increases, the matching distance between the two subsets converges a certain value. It physically means that the sufficient correlation features will be included in the subset. Finally, the optimal subset size can be determined by selecting the minimum subset size where the matching distance value starts to be converged. The proposed technique is experimentally validated using an aluminium plate with sprayed speckle pattern.

한국에서 현재 사용되고 있는 홍수예보모형은 집중형 강우-유출모형을 적용하여 유역의 유출을 계산하고 하도 및 저수지 추적모형 등을 활용하여 하천의 수위를 예측한다. 집중형 모형은 유역을 동질의 배수구역으로 가정한다. 따라서 유역내의 다양한 공간적 특성을 고려하지 못한다는 단점이 있다. 또한, 사용되는 강우자료도 지점강우를 활용하기 때문에 공간적인 분포를 자세히 고려하지 못한다는 한계가 있다. 따라서 홍수예보모형에 분포형 모형을 적용하기 위한 연구가 다양하게 진행되고 있다. 본 연구에서는 GRM모형을 한국 홍수예보시스템에 적용하기 위해 모형의 다양한 해상도에 따른 유역유출의 결과의 차이를 분석하여 최적의 해상도를 결정하고자 한다. 모형의 격자가 너무 조밀한 경우 계산시간이 과다하게 되어 홍 수예보모형에 적용하기에는 적합하지 않다. 너무 성길 경우에도 분포형 모형을 적용하여 공간적인 분포를 파악하고자 하는 목적에 맞지 않게 된다. 본 연구의 결과로 유역유출 예측의 정확성을 만족시키고 홍수예보에 적합한 계산속도가 나올 수 있는 최적 해상도를 제시하였다. 유출량 예측의 정 확도는 Nash-Sutcliffe model efficiency coefficient (NSE) 값의 비교를 통해 분석하였다. 본 연구에서 도출된 최적해상도 산정 결과는 분포형 유 역유출모형을 홍수예보모형에 적용하기 위한 기초자료로 활용될 것이다.

Background: Camellia sinensis L.(CS) is a perennial evergreen species of plant whose leaves are used to produce tea. In this plant species, the parts used are the leaves, sub-branch parts are thrown out. Methods and Results: Ethanol extract of sub-branch parts was used for isolation of major compounds by column chromatography. Structures were identified as caffeine (1), (-)-epicatechin (2) and (-)-epicatechin gallate (3) by interpretation of spectroscopic analysis, including 1H- and 13C-NMR. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method was used to compare the quantitative level of marker compounds in various extraction solvents of sub-branch parts of CS. The content of caffeine, (-)-epicatechin, and (-)- epicatechin gallate in 30% ethanol extract showed higher value with 3.28 ± 0.57 ㎎/g, 5.53 ± 0.88 ㎎/g, and 1.29 ± 0.24 ㎎/g, respectively. Conclusions: These results indicated that not only leaves parts but also sub-branch, could be a good source for the functional material and pharmaceutical industry.

In this study, orbit determination (OD) simulation for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) was accomplished for investigation of the observational arc-length effect using a sequential estimation algorithm. A lunar polar orbit located at 100 km altitude and 90° inclination was mainly considered for the KPLO mission operation phase. For measurement simulation and OD for KPLO, the Analytical Graphics Inc. Systems Tool Kit 11 and Orbit Determination Tool Kit 6 software were utilized. Three deep-space ground stations, including two deep space network (DSN) antennas and the Korea Deep Space Antenna, were configured for the OD simulation. To investigate the arc-length effect on OD, 60-hr, 48-hr, 24-hr, and 12-hr tracking data were prepared. Position uncertainty by error covariance and orbit overlap precision were used for OD performance evaluation. Additionally, orbit prediction (OP) accuracy was also assessed by the position difference between the estimated and true orbits. Finally, we concluded that the 48-hr-based OD strategy is suitable for effective flight dynamics operation of KPLO. This work suggests a useful guideline for the OD strategy of KPLO mission planning and operation during the nominal lunar orbits phase.

Marine ecosystems are frequently exposed to a variety of chronic and acute pollutants derived from anthropogenic production and consumption activities. Mussels are sessile (can provide location-specific information), medium-sized (have enough tissue matrix for chemical analysis) filter-feeders (show accumulation of pollutant chemicals from seawater). These biological and ecological characteristics make mussels virtually ideal for pollution monitoring. In this study, Korean mussels (Mytilus coruscus) were collected from nine different sites situated along the coasts of the western sea to the eastern sea of Korea in 2017. Total mercury concentration was highest (mean ± standard error, 92.7 ± 3.5 ng/g dry) on Baengnyeongdo Island in the western sea, and the sites in the southern sea showed the lowest mean concentrations (42.3 - 44.5 ng/g dry). These results were discussed in terms of possible pollution sources.

This paper has identified detailed climate types and their geographical extents in the Republic of Korea using MK (Modified Korean)-PRISM (Parameter-elevation Regression on Independent Slopes Model) 1×1km high-resolution grid climate data and Trewartha climate classification. When considering 60 ASOS (The Automated Synoptic Observing Systems) stations, only four climate types were identified over South Korea. Three climate types, Dca (52%), Doa (28%) and Cfa (18%), were prevalent while Dcb type was only located at Daegwallyeong. When based on a high-resolution grid climate data, six climate types were identified including Dob and E types which were not detected with ASOS stations. High-resolution grid climate data reflected better and detailed geographical characteristics. Areas occupied by Cfa climate types were located along the narrow southern and Jeju coastal areas, dedicating only 6.9% of South Korea. Trewartha climate classification was also applied to 1km×1km RCP scenarios. The most distinct feature of future climate changes based on RCPs was a larger expansion of Cfa and Doa types with a drastic reduction of Dca and Dcb, indicating that a warmer and wetter climate would be prevalent over South Korea in the latter period of this century. Even for RCP2.6, all the coastal areas, some of Seoul metropolitan area, a large part of Daegu and Gwangju metropolitan areas would be classified as Cfa. For RCP8.5, 51.5% of South Korea would be occupied by the Cfas and 25.1% by the Doas, leaving only 23.2% of Dcas.

혼성제 케이슨에서 발생 가능한 활동, 전도 그리고 편심 경사하중에 의한 마운드 지지력에 대한 안정성을 다중 파괴모드 개념으로 해석하였다. 먼저 결정론적 해석에서는 활동 및 전도 그리고 마운드 지지력에 대한 한계 상태방정식을 이용하여 최소 안전율을 만족하는 혼성제 케이슨의 최소 단면을 산정할 수 있는 식을 유도하였다. 입사조건 및 마루높이 그리고 설치수심에 따른 결정론적 해석 결과에 의하면 활동 파괴모드와 마운드 지지력 파괴모드 간 상충이 발생되었다. 따라서 혼성제 케이슨의 설계단면을 결정론적으로 산정하는 경우에도 활동뿐만 아니라 전도와 마운드 지지력에 대한 다중 파괴모드를 동시에 고려하여야 한다. 한편 확률론적 해석에서는 활동에 의하여 결정된 단면에 대하여 다중 파괴모드에 대한 시스템 신뢰성 해석을 수행하였다. 혼성제 케이슨의 다중 파괴모드에 의한 제체의 시스템 파괴확률이 입사조건에 따라 매우 다르게 거동하는 것을 알 수 있었다. 또한 마루높이와 설치수심이 증가하여도 제체의 시스템 파괴확률이 증가하는 경향이 나타났다. 특히 시스템 신뢰성 해석의 일차 해석모형과 이차 해석모형의 결과들은 본 연구에서 수행된 조건들에서는 일치되는 거동 특성을 나타냈다. 그러나 파괴모드 사이의 상관성을 올바로 고려할 수 있는 이차 해석모형의 결과가 더 높은 정도를 갖는다. 다만 파괴모드 사이에 파괴확률이 상대적으로 크게 차이나는 경우에는 일차 해석모형도 간편하게 사용할 수 있다.

보트의 초기설계단계에서 설계자는 주요치수 결정을 위해 많은 정보를 필요로 하며, 그러한 정보의 대부분은 해당 보트와 유사한 실적선 자료들을 많은 시간에 걸쳐 조사 및 분석함으로써 얻을 수 있다. 또한, 결정된 주요치수는 설계과정(기본/상세설계) 전반에 걸쳐 영향을 미치게 되고, 이는 결국 보트의 안정성과 성능으로 직결된다. 따라서 본 연구에서는 700여 척의 실적선 자료를 이용하여 보트 초기설계시스템(설계지원플랫폼)을 개발하고, 50피트급 고속보트를 대상으로 이를 활용하여 설계자가 초기설계단계에서도 주요치수를 편리하고 합리적으로 도출 및 결정할 수 있음을 확인하였다.

In this study, the correlation between the durometer and the proctor penetration resistance tester, which is considered to be efficient in determining the setting time in a simple portability for soil and concrete utilizing organic lime (H) and Goto lime (G), is used. The results of the study show a high correlation between the portable hardness meter, the durometer and the proctor penetration resistance test period. Therefore, it is expected that the durometer will be useful for the measurement of setting time and the time limit.

In this study, the correlation with a proctor penetration resistance tester is analyzed for the purpose of judging the setting time of concrete by the convenient portability of the durometer which is a rubber hardness meter.The result of this study showed a high correlation between the value of the tilt of the durometer and the measured value of the proctor penetration resistance tester.

In this study, the purpose of the study is to determine the depth of damage caused by early frost damage in concrete slab structures under the conditions of external temperature during winter. In other words, we intend to analyze the depth variation of the early frost damage as the thickness of the concrete slab member changes under the condition of the 3-component binder frequently used in practice. As a result, the thinner the component, the significantly reduced the overall temperature of the concrete. In addition, the thinner the component thickness, the higher the delay in increasing the brightness of the core collected from the concrete member, and the greater the effect on the depth of the early frost damage was on the thinner the component thickness.