Conference Session

Undergraduate Spacecraft Design I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Liu, University of Michigan; Christopher Deline, University of Michigan; Rafael Ramos, University of Michigan; Steven Sandoval, University of Michigan; Ashley Smetana, University of Michigan; Yang Li, University of Michigan; Richard Redick, University of Michigan; Julie Bellerose, University of Michigan; Peter Washabaugh, University of Michigan; Bogdan Oaida, University of Michigan; Brian Gilchrist, University of Michigan; Nilton Renno, University of Michigan

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Aerospace

AC 2007-1409: CHALLENGES FACING THE STUDENT SPACE SYSTEMSFABRICATION LABORATORY AND LESSONS LEARNEDThomas Liu, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace Engineering, liutm@umich.eduChristopher Deline, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Electrical EngineeringRafael Ramos, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Space SystemsSteven Sandoval, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringAshley Smetana, University of Michigan Undergraduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringYang Li, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringRichard Redick, University of Michigan Undergraduate Student, Aerospace EngineeringJulie Bellerose, University of

Conference Session

Undergraduate Spacecraft Design I

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ashley Smetana, University of Michigan; Suzanne Lessack, University of Michigan; Thomas Liu, University of Michigan; Rebecca Wind, University of Michigan; William Woelk, University of Michigan; Theresa Biehle, University of Michigan; Laura Dionisio, Loyola Marymount University; Rafael Ramos, University of Michigan; Nathaniel Gallaher, University of Michigan; Katie Thorne, Michigan Technological University; Brian Gilchrist, University of Michigan; Peter Washabaugh, University of Michigan

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Aerospace

Gallaher, University of Michigan Undergraduate Student, Electrical EngineeringKatie Thorne, Michigan Technological University Undergraduate Student, PhysicsRafael Ramos, University of Michigan Graduate Student, Space ScienceBrian Gilchrist, University of Michigan Professor, Electrical Engineering and Space SciencePeter Washabaugh, University of Michigan Associate Professor, Aerospace Engineering Page 12.1065.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Microgravity Flight Testing as a Case Study on the Student Space Systems Fabrication LaboratoryAbstractAs a student-run organization, the Student Space Systems Fabrication Laboratory (S3FL)provides over a

Conference Session

Undergraduate Aerospace Design – General Topics

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Karl Siebold, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; James Helbling, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Darin Marriott, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Mischa Kim, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Aerospace

Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona. He teaches Control Systems, Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics & Control, Space Mechanics, and Dynamics. His research interests lie in the field of nonlinear dynamics and control with particular emphasis on spacecraft applications. Page 12.575.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Educational Tools for Systems Simulation and Laboratories Leading to the Capstone Design Sequence in Aerospace EngineeringAbstract During the industrial product development cycle simulation has

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Topics Related to Assessments and Outcomes

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Helbling, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; David Lanning, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Ron Madler, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Darin Marriott, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Karl Siebold, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Aerospace

Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Capture simulation. Page 12.826.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 IMPACT OF NEW FACILITIES ON ENGINEERING STUDENT OUTCOMESAbstractEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has established a reputation for providingundergraduate students with a curriculum which has a strong emphasis on application basedlearning. In an effort to improve this learning environment, the campus has recently added a20,000 square foot Aerospace Experimentation and Fabrication (AXFAB) building dedicated toproviding undergraduate students with a premier laboratory

Conference Session

Undergraduate Aerospace Design – General Topics

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

M. Christopher Cotting, Virginia Tech; Leigh McCue, Virginia Tech; Wayne Durham, Virginia Tech

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Aerospace

-onapplication of concepts learned in an academic setting is key to deep understanding, this courseserves as a capstone where concepts previously taught in several classes are integrated to givestudents an overarching view of aircraft operation, putting the theory students are taught inprevious courses into practice. In order to facilitate a learning environment and mitigate safetyissues associated with using real aircraft, two modern high performance aircraft models in theVirginia Tech Flight Simulation Laboratory are used instead of test aircraft. This allows foraccomplishment of targeted learning objectives, while alleviating operational costs, weatherconcerns, and liability and safety concerns. It also gives students the ability and opportunity

Conference Session

Undergraduate Aerospace Design – General Topics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Biezad, California Polytechnic State University; Joon Kim, Lockheed Aircraft Co

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Aerospace

CurriculumAbstractThe Aerospace Engineering Department at Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo, is inthe later phase of a dynamic experiment to revitalize its “hands on” approach toundergraduate engineering education and bring it better in line with evolving accreditationstandards. Part of this plan is to introduce commercially available aircraft manufacturing andfabrication “kits” into its laboratory curriculum. This has been largely accomplished, and thechallenges of the initial phases of this task were presented in a previous publication. Thispaper presents how the lessons learned and resulting innovative learning experiences arebeing integrated throughout the aerospace curriculum with a critical eye towards meetingaccreditation standards. These

Conference Session

Teaching Topics in Aircraft Manufacturing

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sergey Dubikovsky, Purdue University; Ronald Sterkenburg, Purdue University

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Aerospace

, Page 12.1166.2and structural joints. The theory is reinforced in the materials laboratory where they manufactureand test several hands-on projects using manual and CNC mills and lathes, and test equipment.During their freshmen year, students take AT108 and AT166, which are prerequisites for AT308,and are taught sheet metal fabrication and repair, corrosion, heat treatment, aerospace materials,welding, and painting. The topics of AT108 and AT166 are geared towards the FAR Part 147curriculum. Students enrolling in AT308 have developed basic aircraft materials skills, but all ofthem still have a lot to learn about structural joint design, the use of CNC equipment, and qualitycontrol systems like ISO 9000. American universities, in general, are

Conference Session

Undergraduate Spacecraft Design II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Brown, U.S. Air Force Academy; Lynnane George, U.S. Air Force Academy

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Aerospace

. Figure 3: EyasSat3 The complete satellite measures 20x20x25 cm and weighs approximately 2.3 kg, making it easy to transport between the laboratory and the classroom. It was designed to be taken apart and reassembled many times. This has enabled over 1,700 students around the

Conference Session

Undergraduate Aerospace Design – General Topics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Eastlake, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Magdy Attia, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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Aerospace

Pressure Compressor (HPC), main combustion chamber, and High Pressure Turbine(HPT). Furthermore, the benefits of having a common core as they relate to cost savings in terms Page 12.599.7of development, operation, and maintenance are well outlined. Skira5, covered the cost reduction Figure 3. General Electric CF6-6 high-bypass turbofan engine located in the Gas Turbine Laboratory of the Aerospace Engineering Dept. at Embry-Riddle Aero. Universityefforts that are currently ongoing in commercial, and government institutions. One such effort,receiving much notoriety, is Integrated, High-Performance Turbine Engine Technology, orIHPTET. This is