Transformative Object Design: Unveiling the Characteristics that Foster Emotional Attachment between Individuals and Objects

김민선 사단법인 한국융합기술연구학회 2023 아시아태평양융합연구교류논문지 Vol.9 No.12

This research explores the intricate relationship between objects and individuals, specifically exploring transformative properties within objects that can engender emotional attachment. While previous studies have acknowledged the potential of transformative qualities such as “wearing away through use” in fostering connections between objects and users, a systematic investigation into the specific characteristics of transformation has been lacking. This study aimed to determine the distinct characteristics of transformation, providing insights into the nuanced ways in which intentional transformations within objects contribute to enduring relationships toward users. The qualitative research design was utilized in this study in order to offer a comprehensive analysis of the key elements in object transformation. As a designer, the researcher offered how such transformation was applied in artifacts to discuss real-world instance of emotional attachment to objects. This enabled a cross-reference analysis of the primary research findings pertaining to the pivotal characteristics of transformation. The results of the study revealed four characteristics of transformation: the slow and subtle transformation, constituting transformation, elevating positive transformation within object, and the active involvement of the user in the transformation process and showed that they foster emotional relationship between objects and individuals. By grasping the nuances of these emotional attachments, designers and creators can not only craft functional objects but also create objects of profound personal significance, enriching the human experience. Designers and creators can use these insights to craft objects that not only serve their functions but also become deeply significant to users and prolong the life of objects. These findings contribute not only to the emotional design but also have broader implications for product design, marketing, and consumer behavior. Understanding how intentional transformations influence emotional bonding with possessions can empower designers to craft objects that transcend mere functionality, becoming profound sources of personal significance and enhancing the overall human experience. This research thus opens avenues for further exploration into emotional design and its potential to reshape the ways we interact with and cherish the objects in our lives.

일본의 가라쿠리인형과 변신캐릭터의 문화적 고찰 - 데즈카오사무의 만화 속 변신캐릭터의 의미 -

최유경 한국외국어대학교 일본연구소 2022 日本硏究 Vol.- No.91

The world’s first sci-fi movie ‘Transformers’, in which a transforming robot appears, is based on a Japanese transforming robot toy. It’s hard to find a western portrayal of a robot as a hero before this film. However, 20 years before the advent of Transformers, Osamu Tezuka introduced the world’s first transforming robot. The transformation robot inherits the tradition of Japanese karakuri dolls that personify things and this transformation of the karakuri doll symbolized life. To the extent that the core theme of Osamu Tezuka’s manga is ‘transformation’, his works feature creatures and robots that transform or are transformed. However, in his cartoons, transformation is expressed as a symbol of human greed and desire. Tezuka showed through the transforming existence that excessive human desire and unrestrained development of science and technology may end mankind.

Teaching for Transformation: Exploring Potential Domains of Transformative Learning

HoKyung Paul Kang 한국기독교교육정보학회 2015 Journal of Christian education information tech Vol.0 No.28

Transformation is a celebrated concept in Christian education. Transformative teaching aims to make significant impact within the learner’s paradigm, perception, and values. Hence, Jack Mezirow’s transformative learning theory can be a symbolic and significant platform for discussions of teaching that transforms the learner’s perception and value system. Transformative learning deals with perspective transformation. Mezirow’s theory is an outcome of research of the way the learner experiences shifts in perspective. However, there are limitations to Mezirow’s theory, and other theories that promote transformative learning suggest alternatives to Mezirow’s original theory. A survey of the developments of Mezirow’s transformative learning theories proclaims the holistic nature of the learning process. The integral components of transformative learning promoted by the theorists are disorienting dilemma, engagement (critical reflection), and integration. The transformative learning theories have different learning emphases. Review of these theories and pedagogical implications are introduced in this article.

Optimization and Analysis of Leakage Reactance for a Converter Transformer of the Electric Transport System

Dawood Kamran,Kömürgöz Güven,Işik Fatih 대한전기학회 2024 Journal of Electrical Engineering & Technology Vol.19 No.1

Converter transformers are widely used in the electric transport system and it is crucial equipment for the rectifer unit of the transport’s tracking substations. Leakage reactance is a crucial criterion during the development of a converter transformer. Almost all of the analytical methods consider only the axial leakage fux density during the evaluation of the leakage reactance. Radial leakage fux density is neglected in the analytical methods. Neglecting the radial leakage fux density during the computation of the leakage reactance in the two-winding transformers and other power transformers does not signifcantly afect the results. However, in the case of the converter transformers, radial leakage fux density also needs to be fully considered. In some of the converter transformers; windings, core, insulation material, and other parts of the transformer are so complex that analytical methods are impossible or difcult to implement. Hence, any other method is needed to evaluate the diferent parameters of the transformer. The optimal selection of leakage reactance is an important parameter during the design of the converter transformer. Numerical computational methods are one of the most commonly used techniques to solve and analyse the complex models of transformers. To accurately compute the leakage reactance of the electric transport system transformer (traction transformer), a transient method is used, which considers the efect of the radial leakage fux density. A prototype converter transformer of the electric transport system has been developed to obtain the experimental results. A transient method results and prototype transformer results show excellent agreement and verify the correctness of the fnite element model. The results of the traditional analytical and magnetostatics fnite element analysis are also compared with the short-circuit experimental test.

디지털 전환의 미래사회 위험이슈 및 정책적 대응 방향: 인공지능을 중심으로

구본진 기술경영경제학회 2022 Journal of Technology Innovation Vol.30 No.1

Digital transformation refers to the economic and social effects of digitisation and digitalisation. Although digital transformation acts as a useful tool for economic/social development and enhancing the convenience of life, it can have negative effects (misuse of personal information, ethical problems, deepening social gaps, etc.). The government is actively establishing policies to promote digital transformation to secure competitiveness and technological hegemony, however, understanding of digital transformation-related risk issues and implementing policies to prevent them are relatively slow. Thus, this study systematically identifies risk issues of the future society that can be caused by digital transformation based on quantitative analysis of media articles big data through the Embedded Topic Modeling method. Specifically, first, detailed issues of negative effects of digital transformation in major countries were identified. Then detailed issues of negative effects of artificial intelligence in major countries and Korea were identified. Further, by synthesizing the results, future direction of the government's digital transformation policies for responding the negative effects was proposed. The policy implications are as follows. First, since the negative effects of digital transformation does not only affect technological fields but also affect the overall society, such as national security, social issues, and fairness issues. Therefore, the government should not only promote the positive functions of digital transformation, but also prepare policies to counter the negative functions of digital transformation. Second, the detailed issues of future social risks of digital transformation appear differently depending on contexts, so the government should establish a policy to respond to the negative effects of digital transformation in consideration of the national and social context. Third, the government should set a major direction for responding negative effects of digital transformation to minimize confusion among stakeholders, and prepare effective policy measures. 디지털 전환(digital transformation)은 디짓화(digitisation)와 디지털화(digitalisation)의 경제적 및 사회적 효과를 의미한다. 디지털 전환은 경제/사회 발전 및 삶의 편의성을 향상시키는 유용한 도구로 작용하지만 부정적 영향(개인정보 오남용, 윤리문제 야기, 사회적 격차 심화 등)을 미칠 수도 있는 양면성을 보유하고 있다. 한편 정부는 산업 경쟁력 및 기술 패권 확보 등을 위하여 디지털 전환 촉진정책은 적극적으로 추진하고 있는 반면, 디지털 전환 관련 위험이슈에 대한 이해와 이를 방지할 수 있는 정책 추진에는 상대적으로 소극적인 상황이다. 이에 본 연구는 디지털 전환이 초래할 수 있는 미래사회 위험이슈를 Embedded Topic Modeling 방법론 기반의 언론기사 빅데이터 정량분석으로 체계화 및 구체화하고, 정책적 대응 방향을 제시하였다. 이를 위하여 먼저 주요국의 디지털 전환 역기능 세부 이슈들을 규명하였다. 다음으로 디지털 전환의 핵심 기술인 인공지능을 중심으로 주요국과 한국의 디지털 전환 역기능 세부이슈를 구체화하고, 비교분석하였다. 아울러 분석결과들을 종합하여 향후 정부의 디지털 전환 역기능 대응 정책 수립 방향을 제시하였다. 분석 결과에 근거한 정책적 함의는 다음과 같다. 첫째, 디지털 전환의 역기능은 기술 분야에만 한정되어 나타나지 않고 국가안보 및 사회 전반에 영향을 미치기 때문에 정부는 디지털 전환의 순기능 촉진뿐만 아니라 역기능 대응을 위한 정책도 마련해야 한다. 둘째, 디지털 전환의 미래사회 위험 세부이슈들은 국가에 따라 상이하게 나타나므로 정부는 국가적/사회적 맥락을 고려하여 디지털 전환 역기능 대응 정책을 수립해야 한다. 마지막으로 정부는 이해관계자들의 혼선을 최소화할 수 있도록 디지털 전환 역기능 대응 정책의 큰 방향을 설정하고, 실효성 있는 정책 수단을 마련해야 한다.

Genetic Transformation of the Yeast Dekkera/Brettanomyces bruxellensis with Non-Homologous DNA

( Miklenic Marina ),( Anamarija Stafa ),( Ana Baji ),( Bojan Zunar ),( Berislav Lisni ),( Ivan Kresimir Svetec ) 한국미생물 · 생명공학회 2013 Journal of microbiology and biotechnology Vol.23 No.5

Yeast Dekkera/Brettanomyces bruxellensis is probably the most common contaminant in wineries and ethanol production processes. The considerable economic losses caused by this yeast, but also its ability to produce and tolerate high ethanol concentrations, make it an attractive subject for research with potential for industrial applications. Unfortunately, efforts to understand the biology of D. bruxellensis and facilitate its broader use in industry are hampered by the lack of adequate procedures for delivery of exogenous DNA into this organism. Here we describe the development of transformation protocols (spheroplast transformation, LiAc/PEG method, and electroporation) and report the first genetic transformation of yeast D. bruxellensis. A linear heterologous DNA fragment carrying the kanMX4 sequence was used for transformation, which allowed transformants to be selected on plates containing geneticin. We found the spheroplast transformation method using 1M sorbitol as osmotic stabilizer to be inappropriate because sorbitol strikingly decreases the plating efficiency of both D. bruxellensis spheroplast and intact cells. However, we managed to modify the LiAc/ PEG transformation method and electroporation to accommodate D. bruxellensis transformation, achieving efficiencies of 0.6-16 and 10-20 transformants/μg DNA, respectively. The stability of the transformants ranged from 93.6% to 100%. All putative transformants were analyzed by Southern blot using the kanMX4 sequence as a hybridization probe, which confirmed that the transforming DNA fragment had integrated into the genome. The results of the molecular analysis were consistent with the expected illegitimate integration of a heterologous transforming fragment.

기업의 디지털 전환 경쟁우위 요소에 관한 고찰: 포터의 다이아몬드 모델을 기반으로

오정택,김은희 한국경영컨설팅학회 2022 경영컨설팅연구 Vol.22 No.3

This study aims to examine factors to be considered for successful digital transformation of companies in various aspects, and to analyze how these factors are perceived and dealt with in the process of digital transformation by companies in Korea. For the purpose of this study, Porter's diamond model, which presented a comprehensive analysis framework for industrial competitiveness factors, was applied to digital transformation issue to compose the competitiveness factors of digital transformation for companies, and related studies and major issues were reviewed. This study also examines the perception and activities of companies in Korea in regard to the competitiveness factors of digital transformation by means of 1:1 in-depth interviews with experts responsible for their company’s digital transformation. The interview result indicates that the companies are aware of the importance of competitiveness factors in the process of digital transformation, and make efforts to reinforce these factors. However, the study also shows that the lack of competitiveness factors such as lack of quality labor and capital, difficulties in cooperation with partners in the value chain, lack of overall strategy for digital transformation, and lack of effective government support measures hinders the digital transformation. This study is meaningful in that it develops an analysis framework that can be used to comprehensively review a company's competitive advantage in digital transformation, and analyzes cases of companies' digital transformation by using the analysis framework. In addition, the results of this analysis will be able to provide a basis to understand more closely the current status and issues of digital transformation of companies and to establish effective digital transformation strategies and policies in the industrial and policy environment in Korea. 본 연구는 기업의 성공적인 디지털 전환을 위해 고려해야 할 요소를 다각도로 검토하고, 실제 국내 기업들의 디지털 전환 추진 과정에서 이들 요소들이 어떻게 인식되고 다루어지고 있는지 살펴보는데 초점을 두고 있다. 본 연구의 목적을 위해 산업 경쟁력 요인에 대한 종합적인 분석틀을 제시한 포터의 다이아몬드 모델을 디지털 전환 이슈에 접목하여 기업의 디지털 전환 경쟁우위 요소를 구성하고, 각 요소별로 관련 연구와 주요 이슈들을 검토하였다. 또한 디지털 전환을 추진 중인 국내 기업 담당자와의 1:1 심층 면접을 실시하여 국내 기업들의 디지털 전환 경쟁우위 요소에 관한 인식과 활동 사례를 구체적으로 살펴보았다. 면접 조사 결과 국내 기업들은 디지털 전환 추진 과정에서 경쟁우위 요소들의 중요성을 인식하고 있었고, 이들 요소를 강화하기 위한 노력을 기울이고 있었다. 그러나 양질의 노동력 및 자본의 부족, 가치사슬 내 파트너 간 협력의 어려움, 디지털 전환의 총체적인 전략 미비, 효율적인 정부 지원책 부족 등 경쟁우위 요소 측면에서의 미비함이 디지털 전환 작업의 장애 요인으로 작용하고 있었다. 본 연구는 기업의 디지털 전환 경쟁우위를 종합적으로 검토할 수 있는 분석 프레임워크를 만들고, 이를 활용해 국내 기업들의 디지털 전환 추진 사례를 분석한 점에서 연구 의의를 지닌다. 또한 이러한 분석 결과는 국내의 산업적·정책적 환경에서 기업의 디지털 전환 현황과 제반 이슈를 보다 면밀히 파악하고, 효과적인 디지털 전환 전략과 정책을 수립하는 근거 자료를 제공할 수 있을 것이다.

CIM to PIM Transformation in MDA : from Service-Oriented Business Models to Web-Based Design Models

Yassine Rhazali,Youssef Hadi,Abdelaziz Mouloudi 보안공학연구지원센터 2016 International Journal of Software Engineering and Vol.10 No.4

Models transformation is the main key of MDA. The first transformation in MDA is CIM to PIM transformation, the second is PIM to PSM transformation. Most searches deal the transformation from PIM level to PSM level, since there are multiple common points between these two levels. However, the transformation from CIM level to PIM level is rarely addressed in search subjects because they are two distinct levels. Our objective in this paper is to represent an approach that allows controlling transformation from CIM level to PIM level in accordance with the MDA approach. More precisely, we propose a methodology for transforming service-oriented business models, to web-based design models. Despite the importance of service-oriented models and web-based models, the transformation between them is not addressed in MDA researches. Our methodology is based on creating a good CIM models service-oriented, through construction rules, to facilitate transformation towards PIM models web-based. Next, our transformation rules allow a semi-automatic transformation from CIM to PIM. Our approach conforms to MDA recommendations, because it allows considering the business dimension in the CIM level, and it allows modeling this latter level by using SoaML, the OMG standard for modeling services. However, we based on UML 2 to model PIM level, because UML is advocated by MDA in PIM level. Our proposal results a set of web-based design models from service-oriented business models, through semi-automatic transformation in accordance with MDA approach.

디지털 전환을 성공적으로 달성한 기업 사례 연구: 전환 단계별 접근을 중심으로

이종우,김익조 한국유통경영학회 2023 유통경영학회지 Vol.26 No.2

Purpose: Recently, digital technology have been developed and affecting the industry and companies as a whole. With the newly introduced digital technology, competitive digital conversion companies are emerging one after another through new business models and improved corporate processes, leading the digital economy. Companies are aware of these changes and are scrambling to plan and implement digital transformation strategies. This study studied how companies should adapt digital transformation in order to lead to successful performance. Research design, data, and methodology: As an exploratory approach to the digital transformation approach strategy was needed, a research method was used to describe various data as examples by analyzing them in depth through literature research. In order to increase the reliability and validity of the study, five experts in digital transformation were formed to analyze academic data and check corporate cases. Results: In our study, we confirm that the each succecss case we found follow the three stage of digital transformation; Digitization, Digitalization and Digital transformation. Also we confirm the concepts of the seven vector of digital transformation can explain in-field case well. the seven vector of digital transformation include Scale without Mass, Panoramic Scope, Speed: Dynamics of Time, Intangible Capital and The New Sources of Value Creation, Transformation of Space, Empowerment of The Edges, Platforms and Ecosystems. Implications: Rather than looking at the strategic direction of digital transformation, companies are introducing digital transformation focusing on existing or advanced digital technologies. Digital transformation cannot succeed with simple digital technology, with connectivity and intelligence at the core, and it is important to set the stage and direction of digital transformation after analyzing the potential of markets and companies.

Epstein-Barr virus-transformation of B-cell lines in ovarian cancer patients: feasibility of genomic storage for unlimited use

공선영,강석범 대한부인종양학회 2009 Journal of Gynecologic Oncology Vol.20 No.4

Objective: The aim of the current study is to test whether immortalized B-lymphocyte cell line via Ebstein-Barr virus (EBV) transformation is feasible and can be an unlimited source of genome wide study. Methods: We obtained peripheral whole blood from 5 ovarian cancer patients and immortalized the B-cell lines using EBV transformation. The success rate was analyzed and the bio-identity of the genome was performed using human leukocyte antigen (HLA) identity test. Results: EBV transformation was successful in all 5 cases (95% confidence interval, 46.3% to 100%). After cryopreservation of EBV-transformed B-cell lines and subsequent thawing, we observed that all cell lines were viable and proliferative. To check bio-identity, HLA-A, B, and DR were tested between the genome of the original samples and the transformed samples. The HLA typing revealed that all observed HLA-A, B, and DR type was identical in 5 cases before and after EBV-transformation. Conclusion: The current results suggest that EBV-transformation of peripheral blood is an efficient tool in genome banking. The EBV-transformed B-cell lines may be a valuable resource of genome in multi-center translational research by the Korean Gynecologic Oncology Group. Objective: The aim of the current study is to test whether immortalized B-lymphocyte cell line via Ebstein-Barr virus (EBV) transformation is feasible and can be an unlimited source of genome wide study. Methods: We obtained peripheral whole blood from 5 ovarian cancer patients and immortalized the B-cell lines using EBV transformation. The success rate was analyzed and the bio-identity of the genome was performed using human leukocyte antigen (HLA) identity test. Results: EBV transformation was successful in all 5 cases (95% confidence interval, 46.3% to 100%). After cryopreservation of EBV-transformed B-cell lines and subsequent thawing, we observed that all cell lines were viable and proliferative. To check bio-identity, HLA-A, B, and DR were tested between the genome of the original samples and the transformed samples. The HLA typing revealed that all observed HLA-A, B, and DR type was identical in 5 cases before and after EBV-transformation. Conclusion: The current results suggest that EBV-transformation of peripheral blood is an efficient tool in genome banking. The EBV-transformed B-cell lines may be a valuable resource of genome in multi-center translational research by the Korean Gynecologic Oncology Group.