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Manufacturing Education Curriculum I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2535: ADVANCED AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING EDUCATIONPROJECTJohn Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology Page 12.183.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Advanced Aerospace Manufacturing Education ProjectAbstractThe Aerospace manufacturing industry segment is facing problems of a “graying” workforce. Inaddition they face the challenges of increasing productivity and integrating new materialsaccentuating the need to attract new engineers to the manufacturing workplace.This paper describes a project funded by the National Science Foundation to examine thechanging needs of the aerospace manufacturing industries, and to develop curricula materials

Conference Session

Development of Manufacturing Engineering Laboratories I

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley C. Harriger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Sergey Dubikovsky, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Ed Lugo; David Gonzales, El Camino College; Buford F. Pringle, Butler Community College; John Anderson, Oregon Institute of Technology

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AC 2012-5531: AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING MODULES FOR EX-ISTING MANUFACTURING PROGRAMSProf. Bradley C. Harriger, Purdue University, West LafayetteProf. Sergey Dubikovsky, Purdue University, West Lafayette Sergey Dubikovsky is Assistant Professor at Purdue University in the Aviation Technology Department. He teaches advanced aircraft materials and processes and advanced manufacturing and design process courses. His research focus is in immersive learning, problem and project-based learning, international engineering education, globalization, lean Six Sigma, and threaded and specialized fasteners. He worked previously in industry as a Design, Product, and Project Engineer. He has undergraduate and graduate degrees in

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Manufacturing Division Technical Session Innovative Pedagogy in Manufacturing Education

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Zhenhua Wu, Virginia State University; Lorin Scott Sodell, Virginia State University College of Engineering and Technology; A.A. Elmustafa, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Old Dominion University and The Applied Research Center-Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility; Dawit Haile, Virginia State University

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Paper ID #33774Industry Driven Design and Manufacturing Course for Aerospace Engineer-ingDr. Zhenhua Wu, Virginia State University Dr. Zhenhua Wu, is currently an Associate Professor in Manufacturing Engineering at Virginia State University. He received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University. His cur- rent research interests focus on cybermanufacturing, friction stir welding, sustainable manufacturing, and adaptive machining.Mr. Lorin Scott Sodell, Virginia State University College of Engineering and Technology Mr. Lorin Sodell is the Director for External and Industry Engagement at Virginia State

Conference Session

Integrating Additive Manufacturing Practices in Education

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akbar M. Eslami, Elizabeth City State University

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Manufacturing

next industrial revolution. Designengineers need a physical prototype to validate form, fit and function, and to get approval ondesign changes prior to mass manufacturing. Also, 3D printing can help bring material productsto market faster. Additive manufacturing/3D printing is being applied in a diverse range ofindustries. Applications are found in aerospace, automotive, medical, electronics, and defense.The Air Force research laboratory has used 3D printing to fabricate the GRIN lens with anoperational frequency of 12 GHz7. Also, 3D printing is used to fabricate an aluminum rocketengine injector to improve performance, reliability, and the affordability of the liquid propellantrocket engine8. The International Space Station’s 3D printer has

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Revitalization of Manufacturing Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Derek M. Yip-Hoi, Western Washington University; Jeffrey L. Newcomer, Western Washington University

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Diversity

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aspects of these experiences that will be discussed in this paper include the impactof integration with other programs in the ENGD department, in particularly a new program inPlastics and Composites Engineering, the influence of the regional aerospace industry in shapingthe curriculum particularly in the area of composites manufacturing, and the benefits andchallenges of the liberal arts environment at WWU in broadening the experience of students. Inaddition to the ABET mandated one-year foundation in math and basic science, the new MFGEprogram has greater depth and breadth when compared to the MET program it has replaced.From the standpoint of the SME four pillars, most of the additional depth is in the areas ofMaterials and Manufacturing

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Virtual Reality, Simulation, and Optimization of Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jimmy Ching-ming Chen, Wayne State University; Y. Gene Liao, Wayne State University; Brandon Roderick Tucker, Washtenaw Community College ; Alan R. Lecz, Washtenaw Community College

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product design, development and manufacturing engineering. He was a lead university recruiter for the Ford College Graduate and Summer Internship programs. Prior to Ford, he worked in the Aerospace Industry on commercial and military aircraft in the areas of aerodynamics, automated flight controls and gas turbine engine design and development. He has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt in Customer Driven Quality Processes. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Preparing Tomorrow’s Workforce in Lightweight Materials: Properties, Optimization and Manufacturing

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Manufacturing Education Curriculum II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dave Kim, Washington State University-Vancouver; Michael Flaman, Portland Community College

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Manufacturing

, the aerospace industry is making a major effort toincorporate an increasing number of composite materials into various components andstructures. However, machining of FRP composites is one of the most difficult and leastunderstood areas in manufacturing technology. Thus, it is necessary to include machiningand tool regimes of FRP composites into manufacturing curricula, especially at schools inregions of the country where significant aerospace industry exist. This new topic has beenapplied into various programs such as Machine Manufacturing Technology Program atPortland Community College (PCC) and Mechanical Engineering Program atWashington State University Vancouver (WSUV). This report focuses on all aspects ofthese newly developed course

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Manufacturing Division Technical Session 2

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; George McLeod, Old Dominion University ; Thomas E. Alberts, Old Dominion University; Cynthia Tomovic, Old Dominion University; Otilia Popescu, Old Dominion University; Tysha Batts; Mary Louise Sandy, Virginia Space Grant Consortium

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Officer for NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Vir-ginia. As Director of the Virginia Space Grant Consortium, Sandy oversees a wide range of programsand partnerships that engage students in STEM and foster them through the STEM workforce pipeline tomeet the Nation’s critical need for STEM workers.Sandy serves on the Boards of the Virginia Air and Space Center, National Space Grant Alliance and CarlO. Helvie Holistic Cancer Foundation and is a member of the Governor’s Aerospace Advisory Coun-cil. She is the recipient of numerous awards including the Virginia Association of Science Teacher’sPresidents Award for outstanding support of quality science education and NASA award for OutstandingPersonal Performance and Professional Achievement in

Conference Session

Make It!

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Michael Derrick, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis; Michael Golub, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis; Vaibhav R. Shrivastav; Jing Zhang, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis

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Paper ID #23953MAKER: Laboratory Improvements for Mechanical Engineering (Phase 2)Mr. Joseph Michael Derrick, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis I am a young professional engineer who has graduated from Purdue University in Indianapolis with a masters in Mechanical Engineering. It should also be noted that I also received my B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from there as well. My graduate studies was focused in thermal/fluid sciences and sys- tems/controls. Currently, my interests lie in aerospace applications with an emphasis in space propulsion and satellite design. Although my primary focus is with

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Implementation of Experiments in Manufacturing Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benxin Wu, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Manufacturing

AC 2009-1118: IMPROVING A MANUFACTURING CLASS BY ADDING ANEXPERIMENTAL SESSIONBenxin Wu, Illinois Institute of Technology Dr. Benxin Wu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT). He joined IIT in August 2007 after he completed his Ph.D. degree from Purdue University. Page 14.701.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009The Improvement of a Manufacturing Class by Adding an Experimental Session Page 14.701.2 The Improvement of a

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Design Education I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fredrick A. Nitterright, Pennsylvania State Erie, The Behrend College; Robert Michael P.E., Penn State Erie, The Behrend College; Christopher Murosky; Michael A. Ragen

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, Pennsylvania in 1986. He was employed as a computer-aided draftsman at Powerex, Inc, a project engineering at Stanko Products, a process engineer at Ami-Doduco, Inc., and a project engineer and team leader at Classic Industries, Inc., in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. Mr. Nitterright’s employment at Behrend commenced in 1999.Robert Michael, Penn State Erie, The Behrend College Robert J. Michael, P.E. and Lecturer for the School of Engineering at Penn State Behrend obtained his B.S. degree from Akron University where he graduated summa cum laude and his M.S. degree from Case Western University. Bob is currently working towards his doctorate in mechanical and aerospace engineering at Case Western Reserve and expects to graduate in

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom for Manufacturing II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Devdas Shetty, University of Hartford; Jonathan Hill, University of Hartford; Tom Eppes, University of Hartford

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Manufacturing

AC 2007-2861: PRECISION POSITIONING AND VIBRATION MEASUREMENTUSING INTELLIGENT INSTRUMENTATION AND SIMULATION TOOLSDevdas Shetty, University of Hartford Dr. Devdas Shetty is the founding chair holder of the Vernon D. Roosa Endowed Professorship at the University of Hartford, Connecticut (USA), where he is also Dean of Research, which is a University-wide function. In addition, he is the Director of the highly reputed Engineering Applications Center (EAC) at the University of Hartford. Dr. Shetty is internationally recognized for pioneering surface roughness inspection research, which has been implemented in aerospace industries. His work has been cited for original contribution to the understanding

Conference Session

Make It!

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Larry G. Richards, University of Virginia

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #16492MAKER: Trash Sliders - Building Vehicles from JunkDr. Larry G. Richards, University of Virginia Larry G Richards is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Virginia. He leads the Virginia Middle School Engineering Education Initiative, and is active in K 12 outreach and professional development activities locally and nationally. Larry’s research interests include creativity, entrepreneurship, engineering design, innovation, and K-12 engineering education. He is a founding member of the K-12 Division and is a Fellow of ASEE. c

Conference Session

Four Pillars of Manufacturing

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David L. Wells, North Dakota State University

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Manufacturing

in the design, development and articulation of curricula for educating manufacturing engineers in the United States and in selected off-shore venues. He has also been an occasional contributor to Surface Mount Technology Association and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. In 2010, Dr. Wells was honored with the Joseph A. Siegel International Service Award by SME. He has also received manufacturing educator awards from ASEE and been included in several Who’s Who publications. Prior to joining NDSU, Dr. Wells held manufacturing engineering and management positions in energy, aerospace, commercial sheet metal and automotive industries for twenty-six years. He also held a faculty position at University

Conference Session

Technology Integration in the Classroom

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Susana Lai-Yuen, University of South Florida; Maria Herrera, University of South Florida

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Manufacturing

profile.” Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, OR, 2005. 4. Society of Manufacturing Engineers, http://www.sme.org/cgi-bin/find- articles.pl?&04fem010&ME&20040201&&SME& 5. Rosen, M., “Medical device industry growing in importance in the Midwest”. Yer Biotech Blues. http://wistechnology.com/articles/2100/ 6. Clapp, D., “Gold standard locations for medical device manufacturing,” Business Facilities, http://www.businessfacilities.com/bf_04_12_special1.asp 7. Arjomandil, M., Gibson, B.A., Valiyff, A., Chartier, B.J., Missingham, D., “The Role of ‘Hands-on’ Practice in Aerospace Engineering Education,” 47th

Conference Session

Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Education

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Young B. Moon, Syracuse University; Mingtao Wu, Syracuse University

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #14575Spurring Innovation in a Sustainable Manufacturing CourseDr. Young B. Moon, Syracuse University Young B. Moon is Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Syracuse University and serves as Kauffman Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. He holds a BS degree from Seoul National University, a MS degree from Stanford University and a PhD degree from Purdue University. His pro- fessional interests include CyberManufacturing Systems, Sustainable Manufacturing, Product Realization Processes and Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, Systems Modeling and Simulation, Computer

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education - I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zbigniew Czajkiewicz, Robert Morris University; Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Ozden Uslu, Robert Morris University

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Todd Grimm compared CNCand RM technologies in terms of their key features12 in the table below (Table 1). Page 12.1218.5 Table 1 – CNC vs. Rapid Manufacturing CNC RP/RM Materials Unlimited Limited - Plastics, Metals, Ceramics, Composites Maximum Large enough to 1500 x 750 x 700 mm* Part Size handle aerospace parts Part Limited Unlimited

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Program and Curriculum Design Initiatives

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hong Sheng, Missouri University of Science and Technology ; Robert G. Landers, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Fang Liu; Thanh Nguyen, Missouri University of Science & Technology

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. An overwhelming majority of the participantswere Caucasian (at 80%); followed by an even percentage of participants from a Hispanic (10%)and Asian (10%) background. In regards to their majors, roughly half of the students were frommechanical engineering background (45%). Material science and engineering was the secondmost comprised major; with the remaining majors coming in close percentages with each other,including: aerospace engineering, chemical engineering, ceramic engineering, industrialengineering, and biomedical engineering. While the students come from many different areas of the country, a fair number ofMissouri S&T students also participated in the REU program. Seven of those Missouri S&Tundergraduate students were

Conference Session

Projects in Manufacturing Curriculum

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University; Richard Chiou, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Tech.); David English; Michael Naceri Hazm

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Manufacturing

plasma assisted combustion. She has prior industrial experience in aerospace engineering that encompasses both theoretical analysis and experimental investigations such as designing and testing of propulsion systems including design and development of pilot testing facility, mechanical instrumentation, and industrial applications of aircraft engines. Also, in the past 10 years she gained experience in teaching ME and ET courses in both quality control and quality assurance areas as well as in thermal-fluid, energy conversion and mechanical areas from various levels of instruction and addressed to a broad spectrum of students, from freshmen to seniors, from high school graduates to adult learners. She also has extended

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Technical Session 1

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Asghar Rezasoltani, Western Kentucky University

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #27614Educational Method for Mechanical and Surface Properties Measurementsof Additively Manufactured SamplesDr. Asghar Rezasoltani, Western Kentucky University Asghar Rezasoltani is an assistant professor in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Western Kentucky University. He accomplished his Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana State University in June 2016. He obtained a master degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Amir Kabir University of Technology and a bachelor‘s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Iran University of Science and Technology

Conference Session

Make It!

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chanel Beebe, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Umair Sarwar, FACELab Purdue; Nicholas Brian Jubelt; Avneet Hira, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Morgan M. Hynes, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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a B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering and is presently completing her M.S. in Aerospace Systems Engineering.Dr. Morgan M. Hynes, Purdue University, West Lafayette Dr. Morgan Hynes is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue Univer- sity and Director of the FACE Lab research group at Purdue. In his research, Hynes explores the use of engineering to integrate academic subjects in K-12 classrooms. Specific research interests include design metacognition among learners of all ages; the knowledge base for teaching K-12 STEM through engi- neering; the relationships among the attitudes, beliefs, motivation, cognitive skills, and engineering skills of K-16 engineering learners; and teaching

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Integrating Additive Manufacturing Practices in Education

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eshan Ghotbi, Alfred University

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University.References:[1] Kroll, Ehud, and Dror Artzi. "Enhancing aerospace engineering students' learning with 3D printingwind-tunnel models." Rapid Prototyping Journal 17.5 (2011): 393-402.[2] Sven G. Bilen, Timothy Wheeler and Randall Bock. "Applying 3D Printing to Model Rocketry toEnhance Learning in Undergraduate Engineering Design Projects." 2015 ASEE annual conference andExposition.[3] Chris Pung. and Debbie Mlis. "A Practical Approach to Student Use of University Owned RapidPrototype Machines." 2015 ASEE annual conference and Exposition.[4] Rodney Boehm, and Magdalini Lagoudas. "48-hour Rapid Prototype Development." 2015 ASEEannual conference and Exposition.

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Make It!

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathan Delson, University of California at San Diego; Jesse DeWald, UC San Diego; Alex Tunchez, UC San Diego; Sebastian Bommer, UC San Diego

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of California, San Diego, and then went on to get a doctorate in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1994. He was a lecturer and Director of the Design Studio at Yale University for four years, and then returned to his alma matter, UC, San Diego, in 1999. He is now a tenured lecturer and Director of the Design Center in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He teaches hands- on design courses, including an introductory design class, a mechatronics class, and a capstone design class. His interests in design education include increasing student motivation, teamwork, and integration of theory into design projects.Mr. Jesse DeWald, UC San Diego DeWald is an

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CAD/CAM in Manufacturing Education

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Atin Sinha, Albany State University

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AC 2008-992: PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT OF DIFFERENT 3D SCANNINGAND REVERSE ENGINEERING TOOLS FOR UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTSAtin Sinha, Albany State University Atin Sinha is the Regents Engineering Professor and Coordinator of the Engineering Program at Albany State University. He received his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Tennessee Space Institute in 1984. He had worked in aeronautical research and industry (National Aerospace Laboratory-India, Learjet, Allied-Signal) for 12 years before moving to academia in 1990. He is a Registered Professional Engineer in Oklahoma. His current research interest is rapid prototyping and reverse engineering. He is also engaged in motivating

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Danny Bee, University of Wisconsin-Stout; Richard Rothaupt, University of Wisconsin-Stout; Linards Stradins, University of Wisconsin-Stout

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Manufacturing

simulation. He has design/manufacturing experience in the aerospace and computer industries. In addition, he worked as a Quality Specialist in the Janesville/Beloit, WI region at Blackhawk Technical College. He is currently a Ph.D. student in mechanical engineering at Michigan Technological University, developing research in the area of sustainable design and development.Richard Rothaupt, University of Wisconsin-Stout RICHARD ROTHAUPT is the Associate Dean of the College of Technology, Engineering and Management and a former Program Director for the B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering major at University of Wisconsin-Stout. He earned a B.S. in Industrial Education at University of Wisconsin-Stout, a

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xiaolin Chen, Washington State University, Vancouver; Dave Kim, Washington State University, Vancouver

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the mechanical engineeringcurriculum. This novel effort is rooted in a shared nationwide vision and a wholehearted supportfrom our students and the local industry.2. Design and Manufacturing Track Need AnalysisIn southwest Washington, a variety of local business and industries ranging from aerospace,marine, machinery & equipment, lumber & wood products to electronics devices provide MEgraduates abundant employment opportunities in the practice of product design andmanufacturing. Desirable local employees equipped with contemporary knowledge of micro-fabrication, computer-aided design/engineering/manufacturing, advanced materials and modernproduct design and realization are in high demand. The topics covered in a traditional

Conference Session

Pedagogical Issues in Manufacturing Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jitendra Tate, Texas State University-San Marcos; Vedraman Sriraman, Texas State University-San Marcos

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Manufacturing

part production on injection molding machines.Plant Tour 2: Flex-Tech Hose and Tubing5, Inc.,Flex-Tech produces rigid and flexible tubes and pipes using extrusion process. Students hadopportunity to understand entire extrusion system. They also had opportunity to see assembly ofextrusion screw and how extrusion system is started at the beginning of production. There wasalso problem of ‘melt fracture’ and engineers at Flex-Tech explained the reasons andtroubleshooting methodology. It was about three hour-long visit and students learned lot thatcouldn’t be explained in regular lectures.Plant tour 3: C-Fan Company6C-Fan is created by GE Aircraft Engines and SNECMA, two leading aerospace companies tomanufacture very high precision parts using

Conference Session

Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Manveer Mann; Petros J Katsioloudis, Old Dominion University; Daniel L. Dickerson, Old Dominion University

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Manufacturing

technical reports, and seven poster presentations focusing on mechatronics, product identification, product lifecycle management, assembly systems, collaborative engineering, automation, and energy efficiency. She was active member of Euro- pean Robotic Association EUROBOT, and currently serves as a co-advisor of ODU IEEE Car Team. She had internships in engineering services, aerospace, and power generation industries.Dr. Manveer MannDr. Petros J Katsioloudis, Old Dominion UniversityDr. Daniel L. Dickerson, Old Dominion University DANIEL DICKERSON, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of Science Education in the Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies at Old Dominion University. His research focuses on the teaching

Conference Session

Use of Technology for Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Derrick Robinson, Virginia State University; Pallant Ramsundar, Virginia State University; Chandan B Samantaray, Virginia State University

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Manufacturing

Images usingMATLABAbstractThermal spray has been widely used in aerospace and manufacturing industries for a variety ofapplications, especially for coating technology. The process-structure-property correlations to thecoating technology are very important for achieving lifetime durability and sustainability. Animportant measure of coating integrity is the porosity of the surface structure. Traditionallyporosity of the deposit is obtained by microscopy of the surface and the use of software based ongrayscale threshold setting. This paper evaluates the grayscale threshold method using MATLABfor determining porosity on test images of a thermal barrier coating (TBC). Also, it is found thatthe porosity of test images can be assessed within 0.5% by

Conference Session

Our Future in Manufacturing

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Danielson, Arizona State University; Trian Georgeou, Arizona State University

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Manufacturing

Number of Programs Figure 5. 2005 MET Graduate Average Salary DataThe industries influencing MET programs vary widely as judged by the question askingprograms to list their predominate, influencing industries. Nine out of the sixteen participants,56% of the sample, listed the automotive industry as one of the most important industries. Eightof the sixteen programs, 50% of the sample, listed the aerospace industry as an influentialindustry. The third largest industry reported to be influential was medical manufacturing withfour out of sixteen programs, 25% of the sample, reporting it. The rest of the industries reportedto be influential varied from automation to nuclear. A list of all of the influential industries theMET