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Optimal Rescue Ship Locations Using Image Processing and Clustering
S S symmetry Article Optimal Rescue Ship Locations Using Image Processing and Clustering Cho-Young Jung 1 and Sang-Lok Yoo 2,* 1 Department of Marine Science and Production, Kunsan National University, Gunsan 54150, Jeonbuk, Korea; [email protected] 2 Mokpo Maritime University, Mokpo 58628, Jeonnam, Korea * Correspondence: [email protected]; Tel.: +82-61-240-7175 Received: 15 October 2018; Accepted: 11 December 2018; Published: 2 January 2019 Abstract: Currently, globalization of the world economy has also resulted in a shipping volume increase. However, this growth in maritime traffic has led to increased risk of marine accidents. These accidents have a higher probability of occurring in regions where geographical features such as islands are present. Further, the positioning of rescue ships in a particular ocean region with a high level of maritime activity is critical for rescue operations. This paper proposes a method for determining an optimal set of locations for stationing rescue ships in an ocean region with numerous accident sites, such as in the Wando islands of South Korea. The computational challenge in this problem is identified as the positioning of numerous islands of varying sizes located in the region. Thus, the proposed method combines a clustering-based optimization method and an image processing approach that incorporates flood filling to calculate the shortest pixel value between two points in the ocean that detours around the islands. Experimental results indicate that the proposed method reduces the distance between rescue ships and each accident site by 5.0 km compared to the original rescue ship locations. Thus, rescue time is reduced. -
Spatial Variations in Fertility of South Korea: a Geographically Weighted Regression Approach
International Journal of Geo-Information Article Spatial Variations in Fertility of South Korea: A Geographically Weighted Regression Approach Myunggu Jung 1 , Woorim Ko 2, Yeohee Choi 3 and Youngtae Cho 2,* 1 Department of Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; [email protected] 2 Department of Public Health Science, Graduate School of Public Health, Seoul National University, Seoul 08826, Korea; [email protected] 3 Department of Social Welfare, Graduate School of Social Welfare, Ewha Womans University, Seoul 03760, Korea; [email protected] * Correspondence: [email protected]; Tel.: +82-2-880-2820 Received: 5 May 2019; Accepted: 4 June 2019; Published: 5 June 2019 Abstract: South Korea has witnessed a remarkable decline in birth rates in the last few decades. Although there has been a large volume of literature exploring the determinants of low fertility in South Korea, studies on spatial variations in fertility are scarce. This study compares the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) and Geographically Weighted Regression (GWR) models to investigate the potential role of the spatially heterogeneous response of the total fertility rate (TFR) to sociodemographic factors. The study finds that the relationships between sociodemographic factors and TFRs in South Korea vary across 252 sub-administrative areas in terms of both magnitude and direction. This study therefore demonstrates the value of using spatial analysis for providing evidence-based local-population policy options in pursuit of a fertility rebound in South Korea. Keywords: low fertility; spatial analysis; GIS; regional fertility differentials; total fertility rate 1. Introduction In the last few decades, South Korea has witnessed a remarkable decline in birth rates. -
Ipv6 Deployment Experience Sharing and Current Strategy in Korea
___________________________________________________________________________ 2010/TEL41/DSG/WKSP2/010 Agenda Item: Panel Discussion 2 IPv6 Deployment Experience Sharing and Current Strategy in Korea Submitted by: Korea Workshop for IPv6: Transforming the Internet Chinese Taipei 8 May 2010 2010. 5. 8 APEC TEL41 IPv6 Workshop Inhye Kim IP policy & management team Korea Internet & Security Agency Contents 11 CurrentCurrent IPv6IPv6 StatusStatus inin KoreaKorea 22 ExperienceExperience SharingSharing 33 CurrentCurrent StrategyStrategy inin 20102010 1. Current IPv6 Status in Korea [Info.]A brief history of IPv6 in Korea ‘IPv6 Promotion plan I’ was announced 2003~ 2003~ ‘IPv6 strategy council (chairman: Minister)’ was established Phase1 R&D 2006.92006.9 IPv6 requirement was contained as one of provisions in EA law 2004~20072004~2007 KOREAv6 Trial Service (25 projects ) Korea government has invested about $26M for IPv6 R&D project since 2000 By reformation of government, Korea Communications Commission 2008.32008.3 (KCC) was key player for IPv6 promotion Phase2 Imple- KCC support 16 local governments and research institutions to mentat 20082008 build IPv6/IPv4 backbone network. -ion ISP’s backbone network will have been changing IPv4/IPv6 ready 20092009 network by 2011 Now, Korea have 5,202 blocks of /32 IPv6 address. Ranked 3th in Asian-Pacific area Current IPv6 status in Korea • Collaboration system – In 2009, to collaborate among stakeholders, ‘IPv6 Promotion council’ was established with ISPs, KCC(Korea Communication Commission), and several government departments. • Mainly focused on increasing a IPv6 readiness of network infrastructure. • Private & Public sector – Major ISPs now concerned IPv4/IPv6 dual stack product requirement mandatory. – In 2006, government conducted procurement policy regarding to IPv6-aware product. -
Development of the Korean Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VESTAP) —Centered on Health Vulnerability to Heat Waves
Article Development of the Korean Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VESTAP) —Centered on Health Vulnerability to Heat Waves Kwan-Young Oh 1, Moung-Jin Lee 1,* and Seong-Woo Jeon 2,* 1 Center for Environmental Assessment Monitoring, Korea Environment Institute (KEI); 370 Sicheong-daero, Sejong 30147, Korea; [email protected] 2 Divison of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, 145 Anam-ro, Seongbuk- gu, Seoul 02841, Korea * Correspondence: [email protected] (M.-J.L.); [email protected] (S.-W.J.); Tel.: +82-44-415-7314 (M.-J.L.); +82-2-3290-3043 (S.-W.J.) Received: 2 May 2017; Accepted: 19 June 2017; Published: 24 June 2017 Abstract: The purpose of this study was to develop a Korean climate change vulnerability assessment tool, the Vulnerability Assessment Tool to build Climate Change Adaptation Plan (VESTAP). Based on Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change methodology, VESTAP can be used to evaluate Korea’s vulnerability to major climate impacts (including 32 conditions in 8 categories). VESTAP is based on RCP 4.5/8.5 scenarios and can provide evaluation results in 10-year intervals from the 2010s to 2040s. In addition, this paper presents the results of a case study using VESTAP for targeted assessment of health vulnerability to heat waves under the RCP 8.5 scenario for the 2040s. Through vulnerability assessment at the province level in South Korea, Daegu Metropolitan City was identified as the most vulnerable region. The municipality and submunicipality levels of Daegu were also assessed in separate stages. The results indicated that Pyeongni 3-Dong in Seo-Gu was most vulnerable. -
Truth and Reconciliation Activities of the Past Three Years
Truth and Reconciliation Activities of the Past Three Years CONTENTS President's Greeting I. Historical Background of Korea's Past Settlement II. Introduction to the Commission 1. Outline: Objective of the Commission 2. Organization and Budget 3. Introduction to Commissioners and Staff 4. Composition and Operation III. Procedure for Investigation 1. Procedure of Petition and Method of Application 2. Investigation and Determination of Truth-Finding 3. Present Status of Investigation 4. Measures for Recommendation and Reconciliation IV. Extra-Investigation Activities 1. Exhumation Work 2. Complementary Activities of Investigation V. Analysis of Verified Cases 1. National Independence and the History of Overseas Koreans 2. Massacres by Groups which Opposed the Legitimacy of the Republic of Korea 3. Massacres 4. Human Rights Abuses VI. MaJor Achievements and Further Agendas 1. Major Achievements 2. Further Agendas Appendices 1. Outline and Full Text of the Framework Act Clearing up Past Incidents 2. Frequently Asked Questions about the Commission 3. Primary Media Coverage on the Commission's Activities 4. Web Sites of Other Truth Commissions: Home and Abroad President's Greeting In entering the third year of operation, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, Republic of Korea (the Commission) is proud to present the "Activities of the Past Three Years" and is thankful for all of the continued support. The Commission, launched in December 2005, has strived to reveal the truth behind massacres during the Korean War, human rights abuses during the authoritarian rule, the anti-Japanese independence movement, and the history of overseas Koreans. It is not an easy task to seek the truth in past cases where the facts have been hidden and distorted for decades. -
Development of the Korean Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VESTAP)—Centered on Health Vulnerability to Heat Waves
sustainability Article Development of the Korean Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Tool (VESTAP)—Centered on Health Vulnerability to Heat Waves Kwan-Young Oh 1, Moung-Jin Lee 1,* and Seong-Woo Jeon 2,* 1 Center for Environmental Assessment Monitoring, Korea Environment Institute (KEI), 370 Sicheong-daero, Sejong 30147, Korea; [email protected] 2 Divison of Environmental Science & Ecological Engineering, Korea University, 145 Anam-ro, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 02841, Korea * Correspondence: [email protected] (M.-J.L.); [email protected] (S.-W.J.); Tel.: +82-44-415-7314 (M.-J.L.); +82-2-3290-3043 (S.-W.J.) Received: 2 May 2017; Accepted: 19 June 2017; Published: 24 June 2017 Abstract: The purpose of this study was to develop a Korean climate change vulnerability assessment tool, the Vulnerability Assessment Tool to build Climate Change Adaptation Plan (VESTAP). Based on Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change methodology, VESTAP can be used to evaluate Korea’s vulnerability to major climate impacts (including 32 conditions in 8 categories). VESTAP is based on RCP 4.5/8.5 scenarios and can provide evaluation results in 10-year intervals from the 2010s to 2040s. In addition, this paper presents the results of a case study using VESTAP for targeted assessment of health vulnerability to heat waves under the RCP 8.5 scenario for the 2040s. Through vulnerability assessment at the province level in South Korea, Daegu Metropolitan City was identified as the most vulnerable region. The municipality and submunicipality levels of Daegu were also assessed in separate stages. The results indicated that Pyeongni 3-Dong in Seo-Gu was most vulnerable. -
Interdisciplinary Convergence Research Design on Island Biocultural Diversity - Case Study in Wando-Gun (County) Island Region, South Korea
Journal of Marine and Island Cultures, v7n1 — Hong, et al. Interdisciplinary Convergence Research Design on Island Biocultural Diversity - Case Study in Wando-gun (County) Island Region, South Korea Hong, Sun-Kee (corresponding author) Won, Yong-Tae Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea [email protected] Lee, Gyeong-A Han, Eun-Seon Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea Cho, Mi-Ra Park, Hye-Yeong Institution for Korea Language and Literature, Mokpo National Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National University Yeongsan-ro 1666, Cheonggye myeon Muan-gun University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea Jeollanam-do, Republic of Korea Kim, Jae-Eun Samantha Chisholm Hateld Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National Institution for Marine and Island Cultures, Mokpo National University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea University, Songrim-gil 41-11, Mokpo, Republic of Korea Oregon State University Oregon Climate Change Research Institute, Strand Ag 327 Corvallis, Oregon 97331 USA Publication Information: Received 12 April 2018, Accepted 16 May 2018, Available online 30 June 2018 DOI: 10.21463/jmic.2018.07.1.02 Abstract The purpose of this research is (1) to study the epistemological meanings of biological diversity and cultural diversity and the connectivity of biocultural diversity and (2) to concretize a plan for making the biocultural diversity, containing the ecological environment and the life culture of the island areas, into knowledge resources. -
A Predictive Model for Estimating Damage from Wind Waves During Coastal Storms
water Article A Predictive Model for Estimating Damage from Wind Waves during Coastal Storms Yeon Moon Choo , Kun Hak Chun, Hae Seong Jeon and Sang Bo Sim * Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Pusan National University, Busan 46241, Korea; [email protected] (Y.M.C.); [email protected] (K.H.C.); [email protected] (H.S.J.) * Correspondence: [email protected]; Tel.: +82-051-510-7654 Abstract: In recent years, climate abnormalities have been observed globally. Consequently, the scale and size of natural disasters, such as typhoons, wind wave, heavy snow, downpours, and storms, have increased. However, compared to other disasters, predicting the timing, location and severity of damages associated with typhoons and other extreme wind wave events is difficult. Accurately predicting the damage extent can reduce the damage scale by facilitating a speedy response. Therefore, in this study, a model to estimate the cost of damages associated with wind waves and their impacts during coastal storms was developed for the Republic of Korea. The history of wind wave and typhoon damages for coastal areas in Korea was collected from the disaster annual report (1991–2020), and the damage cost was converted such that it reflected the inflation rate as in 2020. Furthermore, data on ocean meteorological factors were collected for the events of wind wave and typhoon damages. Using logistic and linear regression, a wind wave damage prediction model reflecting the coastal regional characteristics based on 74 regions nationwide was developed. This prediction model enabled damage forecasting and can be utilized for improving the law and policy in disaster management. -
Traditional Gudeuljang Irrigated Rice Terraces in Cheongsando: Dynamic
Traditional Gudeuljang Irrigated rice terraces in Cheongsando 【 Dynamic Conservation plan】 DECEMBER 2013 Wando County, Jeollanam-do Provincial Government Republic of Korea 1 Contents Ⅰ. Introduction / 3 Ⅱ. Background and rationale / 4 1. Geographical outline 2. Agricultural outline 1) Agricultural Land Use 2) Agricultural Output 3) Diversity of Crops 3. Biodiversity Outline 1) Biodiversity of Species 2) Ecological System Function 4. Global Uniqueness of Gudeuljangnon in Cheongsando Island 5. Threats to Agricultural Heritage Ⅲ. Vision and mission / 16 1. Basic Plans for Agricultural Heritage Usage 2. Strategies for Promoting Agricultural Heritage Usage 3. Setting Goals for Conservation Administration of Gudeuljangnon Ⅳ. Site Action Plan Framework / 20 1. Preparing conservation administration system for agricultural heritage 2. Restoring Agricultural and Ecological Function of Agricultural Heritage 3. Utilize pluralistic values of Agricultural Heritage Ⅴ. Cooperative System for Agricultural Heritage / 27 Ⅵ. Monitoring and Knowledge Management / 39 2 Ⅰ. Introduction This chapter is an outline of a plan, either being executed already or are scheduled to be executed in future, which is carried out in both Wando county and Cheongsan-myeon in order to preserve and manage [Traditional Gudeuljang Irrigated rice terraces in Cheongsando]. This application is aimed to get certified by GIAHS held by FAO. Cheongsando Island is an island which is located 19.2km way from Wando-gun, Jeollanam-do, Korea. Gudeuljangnon is distributed over the whole island and it is an unique irrigation farming system created to allow multi-dimensional administration of the land and the agricultural water through underground culvert. Structurally it resembles terraced rice paddy distributed across Asia, the technologies used to form the farm land and irrigation system which sustained this land is unique. -
Casebook for Large-Scale Incentive Groups Visiting Korea Casebook for Large-Scale Incentive Groups Visiting Korea
Casebook for large-scale incentive groups visiting Korea Casebook for large-scale incentive groups visiting Korea pictorial incentive tourism 인센티브 관광 화보집 Amway 02•03 Amway Visiting period: May 23 ~ June 14, 2014 (six groups in total) No. of visitors: 17,556 Destinations: Jeju, Busan, Gyeongju, Yeosu, Suncheon, and Gokseong Events: Welcome party on Jeju Island, I-Am-A-Star event in Busan, gala dinner and traditional Korean culture experience in Yeosu Welcome event to celebrate arrival at Jeju Port A welcome event featuring a traditional Korean music band performance, traditional music performance, and traditional percussion band were held to greet executive members at Jeju Port. Amway 04•05 Welcome concert by Little Psy A visit to Jeju Aqua Planet and Chilseong-ro for some shopping Climbing Seongsan Ilchulbong and watching a performance on Jeju Island The sunset seen from Seongsan Ilchulbong is one of the top ten beautiful scenery of Jeju Island and Seongsan Ichulbong represents a UNESCO World heritage site. Amway staff members had the opportunity to taste various specialty foods unique to Jeju Island at the booth set up in Seongsan Ilchulbong Square and enjoyed a welcome concert by Little Psy including traditional Korean music and dance performances. Amway 06•07 Celebration in Busan 2014 Amway Young Festival “I Am a Star” The 2014 Amway Young Festival “I Am a Star” was held in Busan. Amway staff members of age 35 and younger were invited to the Hallyu fashion competition, in which winners were selected by vote. Also, an award ceremony was held with Hallyu star Yun Eun-Hye and was celebrated with performances by K-pop singers, including Rain, Beast, and T-ara. -
The Hydrogen Economy South Korea Market Intelligence Report January 2021 Forewords
The Hydrogen Economy South Korea Market Intelligence Report January 2021 Forewords South Korea is setting out its stall to be a global leader in the development of a hydrogen-based economy. The Korean government has committed to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 and in July 2020, announced its Green New Deal, committing to £13bn fiscal investment by 2025 in green mobility. One of the key elements of that push is the development of hydrogen vehicles; South Korea hopes to produce 500,000 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles for export and domestic consumption by 2030. As this report outlines, the hydrogen market in South Korea will almost double in size from £9.1bn in 2020 to £17.3bn by 2030, with the growth driven largely by investment from large local players such as Hyundai and Doosan. The UK is expected to announce its own Hydrogen Strategy in early 2021. But there is already a growing awareness in South Korea that the UK is a world leader in the fields of basic science, advanced materials and fuel cells. This offers huge opportunities for UK fuel cell and hydrogen companies with both public and private sectors investing heavily in the nascent hydrogen economy. We hope that this report, produced in partnership with Intralink, helps set out in more detail where these opportunities lie and the DIT team in Seoul stand ready to support UK companies looking to enter the South Korean hydrogen market. Mike Mike Welch Director Trade and Investment DIT Seoul, British Embassy Seoul I wish to offer my sincere congratulations to the British Embassy Seoul on the release of the market report “The Hydrogen Economy South Korea” this year. -
Moving Away from Aid: the Experience of the Republic of Korea
A Service of Leibniz-Informationszentrum econstor Wirtschaft Leibniz Information Centre Make Your Publications Visible. zbw for Economics Calleja, Rachael; Prizzon, Annalisa Research Report Moving away from aid: The experience of the Republic of Korea ODI Report Provided in Cooperation with: Overseas Development Institute (ODI), London Suggested Citation: Calleja, Rachael; Prizzon, Annalisa (2019) : Moving away from aid: The experience of the Republic of Korea, ODI Report, Overseas Development Institute (ODI), London This Version is available at: http://hdl.handle.net/10419/216990 Standard-Nutzungsbedingungen: Terms of use: Die Dokumente auf EconStor dürfen zu eigenen wissenschaftlichen Documents in EconStor may be saved and copied for your Zwecken und zum Privatgebrauch gespeichert und kopiert werden. personal and scholarly purposes. Sie dürfen die Dokumente nicht für öffentliche oder kommerzielle You are not to copy documents for public or commercial Zwecke vervielfältigen, öffentlich ausstellen, öffentlich zugänglich purposes, to exhibit the documents publicly, to make them machen, vertreiben oder anderweitig nutzen. publicly available on the internet, or to distribute or otherwise use the documents in public. Sofern die Verfasser die Dokumente unter Open-Content-Lizenzen (insbesondere CC-Lizenzen) zur Verfügung gestellt haben sollten, If the documents have been made available under an Open gelten abweichend von diesen Nutzungsbedingungen die in der dort Content Licence (especially Creative Commons Licences), you genannten Lizenz gewährten Nutzungsrechte. may exercise further usage rights as specified in the indicated licence. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ www.econstor.eu Report Moving away from aid The experience of the Republic of Korea Rachael Calleja and Annalisa Prizzon December 2019 Readers are encouraged to reproduce material for their own publications, as long as these are not being sold commercially.