Conference Session

Green and Susainable Manufacturing Practices

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Chiou, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso; Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Tech.); Carlos Michael Ruiz, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Smarth H. Chadha, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Shraman Kadapa, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.)

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-related current research areas in IoT geared towardsgreen manufacturing and energy efficiency. The details of the workshop is given below.Workshop topic 1: Green logistics (Environmentally responsible logistics)This workshop assignment aims to introduce logisticians to green logistics and encourage them tothink in "green" terms, to highlight the challenges and to indicate some advantages of thinking"green." Organizations have to face changing circumstances for several years. In addition toincreasing diversity and dynamics, environmental issues become more important. Social, politicaland economic demands for sustainable development force organizations to reduce the impact onthe environment of their supply chains and to develop sustainable

Conference Session

Innovations in Additive Manufacturing Education

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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R. Radharamanan, Mercer University

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anddiagnostic aids, prosthetic development, medically related products, tissue engineeringetc;Integrated 3D scanning and 3D printing lab experiments1-17.The overall objectives of the course include but not limited to:1. Review of product design, CAD, basic principles and development of additive manufacturing.2. Explain the various processes of additive manufacturing.3. Design for additive manufacturing.4. Process selection and software issues.5. Direct digital manufacturing and medical application6. Explain post-processing and use of multiple materials.7. Explain business opportunities and future directions.8. Integrated 3D scanning and 3D printing lab experiments.This course alsoprovides hands-on training to students in addition to theoretical lessons

Conference Session

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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sure that their drawing does not have any conflict or other issues when it goes for theprinting. Phase III: On this phase, they send the final drawing file to the printing machine. It maytake couple of hours to couple of days depending on the size of the model to finish theproduction phase. The group should pick up their project and do the assembly the parts if itneeds. In the rest of the paper, two sample projects will be shown.Project I: Synthesize a Crank Shaper quick ReturnThe goal of this project is design a quick return mechanism with timing ratio of 1:2.5 for thecutting tool system. The cutting tool has a forward-backward motion. In forward motion, itremoves the material from the surface and it should move slowly over the surface but

Conference Session

Strategies for Effective Education in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua Gargac, University of Mount Union

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. Current interests include bone tissue mechanics, engineering pedagogy, and robotic football. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Improving Student Engagement in a Senior-level Manufacturing Course for Mechanical Engineering StudentsIntroduction:The mechanical engineering curriculum prepares students for employment in a broad range ofindustries [1]. In the Midwest, many graduating mechanical engineering students will findemployment in manufacturing-related fields. This is especially true in Ohio, where 17.8% of thetotal gross state product is accounted for by over 12,000 manufacturing firms [2]. For this reason,manufacturing courses play an important role in preparing mechanical

Conference Session

Manufacturing Curriculum and Course Innovations

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Faisal Aqlan, Penn State Behrend; Qi Dunsworth, Penn State Behrend; Mary L Kahl, The Pennsylvania State University, the Behrend College

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manufacturing simulations. Workshops on developingmetacognitive and teamwork skills were added to the course. At the conclusion of the semester,we examine the effectiveness of the skill integration into the manufacturing simulations.Keywords21st century skills, soft skills, metacognitive awareness, teamwork, communication,manufacturing simulation.1. IntroductionThe 21st century is characterized by rapid technological advancements that transform teachingand learning. Today’s manufacturing industry is driven by information, knowledge, andinnovation and it requires employees to have both technical and soft skills1. Reports show thatthere is sizeable skills gap in U.S. manufacturing and this gap is expected to result in a shortageof three million

Conference Session

Design & Development Projects and Practices

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zhenhua Wu, Virginia State University; Laban K. Rutto; Shahzad Akbar, Virginia State University

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. The Manufacturing Engineering program at VSU is tasked to design adryer for hop postharvest processing. In Spring 2017, a dryer project related to the grant wascarried out as part of the “Manufacturing Design and Implementation” class. The joint researchand education activities also address the recent USDA/NIFA Priority area “STEAM andEntrepreneurship Education”. This paper details the challenges, solutions and outcomes of thisdesign implementation project. The learning outcome from this project can improve the curriculumof 1) Product Design, 2) Manufacturing Processes, 2) Thermal Engineering, and 4) ManufacturingAutomation etc. Direct and indirect assessment results illustrated that the joint activities betweenagriculture and engineering can

Conference Session

Capstone Projects in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University (Tech.); Richard Chiou, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Joshua Seymour Leibowitz; Jon Armstrong; Nathan Laage, Drexel University

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filament diameters by alteringfilament tension so that no nozzle changes are required. It has a robust design quality and includes ULcertified safety features such as a main power cut-off switch and a cover for the shredder opening.However, this machine is priced at $900 which is over the target market price of $700. The shredder isalso manually operated which may pose an issue in our proposed classroom setting with younger studentsnot being able to produce enough force to grind the plastic. A summary sheet for the previouslymentioned competitor equipment can be seen in Table 1. Table 1 - A comprehensive overview of the competitor machinesDesign Limitations and ScopeThe purpose of this senior design project is to develop a

Conference Session

Automation in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University; Qinbo Li

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need to writeG-code for each machining job. However, understanding G-code is still valuable, especiallywhen a machining job does not run smoothly. Intelligent tutoring systems (ITS) have beenshown to be successful in helping students to learn about math and physics subjects. However,relatively few ITS have been used to teach engineering subjects. The objectives of the paper areto (1) create an intelligent tutoring system to teach basic understanding of G-code, and (2)evaluate the learning gains from the system, and (3) summarize lessons learned from theimplementation. The system has been evaluated by 91 undergraduate students. Results suggestthat the CNC Tutor design is instructionally effective and that students’ subjective impressionsof the

Conference Session

Design & Development Projects and Practices

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Huseyin Sarper P.E., Old Dominion University; Nebojsa I Jaksic P.E., Colorado State University, Pueblo

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holds two patents. Dr. Jaksic’s interests include robotics, automation, and nanotechnology engineering education and research. He is a licensed PE in Colorado and a member of ASEE, IEEE, and SME. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Manufacturing Applications of the One-Dimensional Cutting Stock Problem as a Team ProjectAbstractThis paper explains the beneficial and practical impact of operations research in two realmanufacturing settings. Two manufacturing examples used in student projects were (1) cuttingrails (80‘ or 40‘) to manufacture railroad frogs of many sizes and (2) cutting round metal rolls (12‘to 20‘) to meet customer demands for various lengths of

Conference Session

Automation in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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R. Radharamanan, Mercer University

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; and conduct experiments, collect, analyze, and interpret data within theten weeks duration of the academic training. This includes:1. Provide training to the student team in CAD/CAM, and G-Code programming;2. Review of literature and watching online tutorials related to DIY CNC router projects;3. Assemble/build and test the mini 3-axis CNC router;4. Provide training to operate the CNC router and carve simple/complex shapes on different materials;5. Collect data for a 2k factorial design experiment considering 2-levels of machining, material, and shape parameters;6. Measure the parts made of plastic and wood for dimensional accuracy and compare the results;7. Use Minitab and/or Excel to analyze the data collected;8

Conference Session

Automation in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shouling He, Vaughn College of Aeronautics & Technology; Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University

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Developing Teaming Robots for Engineering Design Education Using Cross PlatformsAbstractThe paper presents an engineering design approach to develop an instructional module forcollege students to learn Microprocessors and Robotics using multiple sensors, microprocessorsand software design tools. The module consists of research analysis, lesson content developmentand laboratory practice selection, which satisfies the ABET (Accreditation Board forEngineering & Technology) requirement for engineering education. The research analysis coversthe work reported by the scholars from MIT and other universities [1] [2], where the mainconcern is how to enhance students’ capability in developing engineering products using

Conference Session

Automation in Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marilyn Barger, National Science Foundation ATE Centers; Richard Gilbert, University of South Florida

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Manufacturing

inclusive term forthis discipline. Today, core concepts of controlling a system with electronics and communicationtechnologies is fundamental to mechatronics systems. Mechanical, electrical and electroniccommunications have continued to evolve at an accelerating rate during recent decades andmanifest themselves in mechatronic systems.1-2Any robot also represents its own mechatronic system. The robot has a number of sensors thattakes in information (e.g., a signal from a clock, verbal command, etc), processes that inputsignal to an analog or digital input command. Thee commands are delivered to an analog ordigital controller that analyzes the situation based on expected values of these processed inputsignals. A different set of conditional signals

Conference Session

Manufacturing Curriculum and Course Innovations

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aditya Akundi, University of Texas, El Paso; Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso; Md Fashiar Rahman; Eric D Smith, University of Texas, El Paso

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imperfection or to locatechanges in material properties. Here, the ultrasonic testing equipment (OmniScan SX) is used forthe purpose of demonstration. The IIW type 1 reference Block was tested to detect the hole in theblock and finally the evaluation was made to characterize the hole.Keywords: Nondestructive Testing (NDT), Ultrasonic testing (UT), OmniScan SX, inspection.Introduction Nondestructive testing has been practiced for many decades. At the beginning the use ofNDT was limited into the detection of defects to determine whether any structure or componentshould be in the service or not. Later, the discipline of fracture mechanics brought a major changein the field of NDT. This mechanism helped to predict the failure probability a

Conference Session

Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Tech.)

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important roleof learning-by-discovery approach. [1], [2], [3]Thermodynamics and fluid mechanics concepts are involved in numerous educational and careerfields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, medicine, and other general sciences, which areall important and growing fields in the job industry. Therefore, learning the basics ofthermodynamics and fluid mechanics is vital in the education of students. Learning about energyand energy efficiency is fundamental to engineering students as well. Theoretical concepts arebetter understood if students are involved in practical approach of learned concepts. [4]Specifically, the first law of thermodynamics describes the natural and proven law that all energyis conserved and allows quantification of

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Technical Session 7

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University; Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso

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option could be provided to expandthe filter size indefinitely or to have multiple filters16-20. The prototype is shown in Figure 1. (a) (b) Figure 1. Prototype Design with (a) Front view and (b) Side view The prototype device consists of one inlet and two outlets (one exhaust and one leading toa water tank). The inlet and outlets are all equipped with solenoid valves. Near the inlet and exhaustare carbon dioxide sensors that are constantly monitoring the concentration of CO2. In betweenthe inlet and outlets is a vacuum pump air compressor. The prototype design is a two-stage system:Adsorption and Regeneration. During the Adsorption stage, the inlet and exhaust solenoid

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Technical Session 3

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniela Faas, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering; Emily Ferrier, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering

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-based learning featuring prominently. It is common for ​Olinstudents to be enrolled in at least one course every semester in which they are expected orrequired to make something – from mechanical toys and autonomous robots to circuits andsoftware and the machine shop and the library strive to make tools available for students to usewith as low a barrier to entry as possible while still preserving a culture of professionalism andrespect for tools.Previous Guidelines at Olin CollegeOlin College students practice engineering design early through a variety of project-basedexperiences, and all students are enrolled in an “introductory experience”. This helps preparestudents for these design experiences, as all 1​st year students (approximately 100

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Technical Session 6

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Carlos Michael Ruiz, Drexel University; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University; M. Eric Carr, Drexel University; Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso

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unique contributions and novel approaches to solving today's complex challengesand those of the future. Common areas of concern have been the ability to modernize mid-sizedfactories that lack funds to advance aging technology. The digital age has provided cost effectivealternatives to increase productivity and allow customization of products6-8. All companies needto be better positioned to integrate these new technologies into their manufacturing and businesspractices in order to remain competitive in the global economy. In particular, enabling technologiesand research advances in future manufacturing will be discussed. Figure 1. New horizons for next generation manufacturing workshop flyer

Conference Session

Experiences in Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason M. Weaver, Brigham Young University

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Learning, by Brown, Roediger, and McDaniel6, has recently made this ideapopular as a guide in improving both teaching and learning practices. There are many tactics forshattering this illusion and enabling more permanent learning, many of which can be summed upby the three “big ideas” put forth by Make It Stick: 1. Learning works by getting it out, not getting it in. 2. Difficulty is desirable. 3. A growth mindset motivates.In this paper, an engineering course is examined for symptoms of illusions of learning, andimprovements to the curriculum and teaching methods are incorporated and reviewed. Thecourse of interest is MFG 480: Manufacturing Process Planning and System Design, a 3-creditengineering course for seniors that has been taught for

Conference Session

Green and Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University (Tech.); Carlos Michael Ruiz, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Benjamin G Cohen, Drexel Department of Engineering Technology; Sarah Renee Andrieux

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exposure tocompetency-based education. These methods range from multimedia developments, problem-based and project based learning, collaborative learning and cooperative education. A diversenumber of published papers emphasized algorithms of improving student understanding andconcept retention in thermal-fluid sciences type of courses, calling attention to the important roleof learning-by-discovery approach. [1], [2], [3]Thermodynamics and fluid mechanics concepts are involved in numerous educational and careerfields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, medicine, and other general sciences, which areall important and growing fields in the job industry. Therefore, learning the basics ofthermodynamics and fluid mechanics is vital in the

Conference Session

Manufacturing Curriculum and Course Innovations

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chittaranjan Sahay P.E., University of Hartford; Suhash Ghosh, University of Hartford

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engineers andquality control professionals. Included case studies can be used to captivate the attention of thestudents (target audience would include industry professionals as well) and route theirinquisitiveness into why they need to think beyond Ra in this era of advanced manufacturing.IntroductionChoice of tool; feed and speed of the tool; machine geometry; and environmental conditions inmachining processes result in the irregularity of machined surface. This irregularity consists ofhigh and low spots machined into a surface by the tool bit. These peaks and valleys can bemeasured and used to define the condition and sometimes the performance of the surface [1]. Intoday’s world, there are more than 100 ways to measure a surface and analyze the

Conference Session

Virtual Reality, Simulation, and Optimization of Manufacturing

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Magesh Chandramouli, Purdue University Northwest; Ge Jin, Purdue University Northwest; Justin David Heffron, Purdue University Northwest; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Mel Cossette, Edmonds Community College; Cheryl A. Welsch, Eastern Iowa Community College; Wayne Merrell

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/computer based jobs within Chicago andNorthwest Indiana, region 1. Providing highly specialized digital manufacturing “train thetrainer” style professional development will aid in creating a fluid pipeline of entry-leveltechnicians to fill the large number of projected future opportunities.”Figure 1: BLS employment projection from 2014 to 2024 in manufacturing sector. (BLS, 2014)As seen in Figure 1 (BLS, 2014), the employment projections from 2014 to 2024 show a declinein conventional manufacturing jobs accompanied by marked growth in digital- and computer-driven manufacturing jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS, 2014) has projected a 7%decrease in the traditional manufacturing workforce (814,100 jobs) from 2014 to 2024.Meanwhile, the U.S

Conference Session

Experiences in Manufacturing Engineering Education

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hugh Jack P. Eng. P.E., Western Carolina University; Paul M Yanik, Western Carolina University; Jerry N. Denton Denton, Western Carolina University

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of PLC controlled manufacturing equipment.The paper outlines the design and construction of these low cost trainers. The trainers arepresented as independent of PLC vendors and may be constructed for less than $700 per stationwithout the PLC. A low cost PLC may be purchased for a hundred dollars or more to create afully capable trainer. An example of lecture materials and student work are presented.IntroductionProgrammable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are widely used in customized control systems and areused in most manufacturing facilities. Estimates for the current global controls market fallaround $10 Billion per year 1. Given that PLCs are one small component of the systems theycontrol, the automated equipment industry revenues are

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division Technical Session 4

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Byul Hur, Texas A&M University; David Malawey, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Chao Ma, Texas A&M University; Reza Langari, Texas A&M University; Jennifer Jordan; Caleb Christian Stewart; Brian Malbec; David K. James

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changing the pitch of the blades to keep thesurfaces above the “overhang” threshold of 45 degrees. Metal 3D printing, unlike FDM printing,requires higher consideration for detrimental design features and potential failure-modes. Mostof the design features of concern are described in detail in the following section.III. Design feature issues in Metal 3D printingIn designing for metal AM (specifically in the SLM process), a number of design features mustbe eliminated before starting a build job [3]. Due to incompatibility with the powder melting © American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition Figure 1. Highlighted overhanging regions and

Conference Session

Learning Strategies

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Yareni P. Lara-Rodríguez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Rafael Jose Baez, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Pedro O. Quintero, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus

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, which has been reported as an effective teaching and learning approachwith higher long-term learning [1]. This technique presents better results in the learning processthan only having continuous repetitions [2]. One of the skills that can be evaluated with thistechnique is the retention interval since the student is exposed to the last training to the finalevaluation [3]. Spaced practice strategy can help to reduce the forgetting curve [4] and improvemotor skills [5], by enhancing long-term retention when a variety of tasks are required in alaboratory session class [6].The application of this strategy can periodically train the students in the laboratory, to allowthem to develop the skill of manufacturing in the manual process of lathe and be

Conference Session

Student Learning Assessment Methods

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Hua Li, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Kai Jin, Texas A&M University, Kingsville

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standards into its engineering program evaluation criteria [1]. While mostengineering undergraduate programs start to integrate engineering standards into differentcourses [2], such as materials science, senior design projects, to meet the new ABETrequirements, graduate students, especially international students in the graduate engineeringprograms, have less exposure and practical experiences with engineering standards [3].In the Industrial Engineering Master of Science (M.S.) program at Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), a Hispanic Serving Institution, graduate students get practical experienceswith engineering standards and standardization in their M.S. research project or thesis course,which is normally the last course in their degree

Conference Session

Undergraduate Research and Industry

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University; Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University; Mike Stine Jr.; Douglas Brian Forbes, Lockheed Martin; Benjamin Cohen; Ryan Buckley

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on the job.The easy to use system incorporates a heads-up display (HUD) controlled by a machine vision camera andmicrocontroller. The camera detects objects of interests, whether they be potentially hazardous vehicles orexpensive company assets, that are labeled by a color-coded tag. The system is an attachment that has beendesigned to fit comfortably on standard hard hat models. The major goal of this project is to offer customersa turnkey solution for operator safety. The main educational goals of the project is for the team of studentsto (1) identify an engineering problem to solve; an engineering challenge, a new or novel idea; (2) developan optimal solution for the problem in terms of cost and engineering constraints, and industry

Conference Session

Undergraduate Research and Industry

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Faisal Aqlan, Pennsylvania State University; Qi Dunsworth, Pennsylvania State University; Jessica Resig

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automation hands-on experimentation. This paper presents the second year of an ongoingResearch Experiences for Teachers (RET) Site in Manufacturing Simulation and Automation. Theobjectives of the program are to 1) improve instructors’ research and professional skills, and 2)help them translate the cutting-edge manufacturing research to their classrooms by creating andimplementing new curricula. This will stimulate students’ interest in the topic and strengthenmanufacturing education.1. IntroductionSince the industrial revolution, U.S. manufacturing has contributed to higher standards of livingand employment opportunities. Every dollar spent in manufacturing adds $1.37 to the U.S.economy, and every 100 jobs in a manufacturing facility creates an

Conference Session

Instructional technologies - Simulations, VR, Remote Education

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University; Kevin Frank, Drexel University; Ayanna Elise Gardner, Drexel University; Richard Chiou, Drexel University

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role of undergraduate education is stimulating critical thinking and enablingengineering students to be creative while developing analytical skills. Virtual Reality is becominga powerful tool for multisensory teaching; it enhances learning by using imagery and haptics torepresent concepts and notions. Project-based interdisciplinary learning offers students a broaderperspective over systems’ integration while exploring fundamental notions of the topics studied[1, 2]. Several studies that were developed during the past decade classified the VR impact uponlearning as follows: (1) The VR evolved from a technological resource format towardscompetency-based learning [1], enabling students to take an active role in investigating theconcepts and

Conference Session

Advances in Additive, Hybrid, and Digital Manufacturing Education

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Khalifa H. Harib, United Arab Emirates University; Sangarappillai Sivaloganathan, United Arab Emirates University; Adewale Oriyomi Oseni, United Arab Emirates University

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the prototype’s subsystems.1. IntroductionThe inverted pendulum system is an example commonly found in control system textbooks andresearch literature. Balancing of an inverted pendulum on a cart has become a classical problemused in teaching control engineering, and for evaluating controller designs for under-actuatedsystems. This is due to the presence of interesting dynamical characteristics associated with thesystem including nonlinearity, instability, and under-actuation [1, 2, 3, 4]. Various designs ofinverted pendulum mobile robots were introduced recently, for example [5]. The objective of thecontrol system in this project is to balance the inverted pendulum by applying a force to the cartthat the pendulum is attached to. Building an

Conference Session

Manufacturing Education Curriculum

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Wayne P. Hung, Texas A&M University; Mathew Kuttolamadom, Texas A&M University; Shelly Tornquist, Texas A&M University

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program in the second summer simplified research activities, implemented adesign and manufacturing project while having frequent feedback and assessment sessions usingclicker.I. IntroductionThe state of Texas enjoys its manufacturing output of $232.2 billions or 15.2% gross stateproduct in 2014, yet Texas has only 7.6% of its workforce in manufacturing [1,2]. Figure 1shows the manufacturing growth in Texas, in terms of real Gross Domestic Product (inflation-adjusted GDP) is almost double that figure of the whole USA [3]. The growth rate for real GDPin Texas has been approximately 57% since 2009 (Fig. 1), but the numbers of manufacturingemployment has been fluctuating in the range ± 6% (Fig. 2). The robust contribution has beendue to the fast