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Traditional Ondol Heating System and its Impact on the Environment
The Ondol heating system is one of the oldest heating systems in the world and has been a prominent feature of traditional Korean homes for centuries. It is a unique form of underfloor heating that uses direct heat transfer from smoke generated by woodstoves or outdoor furnaces to heat the underside of the floor in the adjacent room, allowing for more efficient use of heat. The environmental and societal effects of Ondol, a traditional Korean heating system, have been a topic of concern. Accord
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Bias in Algorithms: A Growing Concern
I. Introduction to Bias in Algorithms Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become an integral part of our lives, as algorithms are used to automate a wide range of tasks and support decision-making in various domains. However, despite their potential benefits, these algorithms also pose significant risks to fundamental rights, particularly in terms of bias. Bias in algorithms refers to the tendency of these systems to produce outputs that result in disadvantage for specific groups, such as
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How Can Crush Disasters Occur, and How Can They Be Avoided?
Crowd crushes or stampedes are entirely avoidable, predictable, and preventive. Here are some lessons from the October 29th crush disaster in Seoul. On the evening of Saturday, October 29, up to 100,000 people, mostly in their teens and twenties, packed into Itaewon's tiny, sloping alleys for one of the first significant celebrations, Halloween. Chaos broke out just after 10 p.m. on a tiny, steep small street near Itaewon station that leads to a plethora of pubs and clubs from the main road. Pe
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