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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Austin Talley, Texas State University; Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University; Pablo Rodriguez Verde

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design team was tasked with creating a simplified process totransform post-consumer High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) into a casted functional product.Post-consumer plastic poses a significant threat to the environment due to the long time it takesfor it to decompose [1], and that 36 million tons of plastic waste is generated in the United Stateseach year [2]. As HDPE plastics can be recycled at least ten times without significantdegradation of its mechanical properties [3], they are an ideal target for recycling programs toreduce landfill waste and maximize the useful life of these plastics. Challenges in recyclingpost-consumer plastics center around the purity of the plastic product, as different types ofplastics are often mixed in

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eunseob Kim, Purdue University; Lucas Wiese, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Hector Will, Oakland City University; Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Martin Jun, Purdue University

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inIndiana grew back to pre-pandemic figures with a need for 526,000 workers in 2021, comparedwith 539,000 in 2019, resulting in the country's highest concentration of manufacturing jobs [1].The problem further intensifies because although the manufacturing workforce growth results innew jobs and higher wages, manufacturers face challenges in recruiting well-qualified workers[2].While reskilling and upskilling efforts will be needed for the current workforce, particularly inthe plant floor, new jobs and occupations will emerge. These new jobs will require professionalsand future managerial employees to have strong data science skills in order to effectively designand oversee future AI-enabled manufacturing systems. However, a critical gap exists

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Design Experiences in Manufacturing Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alley C. Butler, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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conversion andalteration, as well as production of prefabricated ship and barge sections and other specializedservices. The industry also includes manufacturing and other facilities outside of the shipyard,which provide parts or services for shipbuilding activities within a shipyard. This segment of theUS economy contributes 42 billion dollars to the annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) [1].Currently, there are 154 private shipyards in the United States spread across 29 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In addition, there are more than 300 shipyards engaged in ship repairs orcapable of building ships but not actively engaged in shipbuilding [2]. Public shipyards includePortsmouth, NH, Norfolk, VA, Pearl Harbor, HI and Pudge Sound, WA. Further, the

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Project-Based and Experiential Learning in Manufacturing

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University

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development, are described, underliningthe interdisciplinary nature that simulates real-world situations and integrates sustainability with creativityand innovation [1][2]. Capstone projects developed in the past five years by our students are the corollaryof their educational journey and also an excellent assessment of their level of skills and competenciesacquired during this journey. Manufacturing and energy, and sustainability capture more than 65% of thecapstone topics chosen by our students. These projects provide a great opportunity to experience andovercome the uncertainties inherent to all engineering projects. Projects are open-ended—having aspectrum of possible solutions; students are ultimately responsible in deciding which solution to

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Redefining Manufacturing Education Practices

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Krzysztof Kamil Jarosz, Rochester Institute of Technology; Trisha Gard-Thompson, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE); Chao Peng, Rochester Institute of Technology; Rui Liu, Rochester Institute of Technology (COE)

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training methods in the aspect of student attraction andengagement and exploring possibilities to improve them with appropriate game-like elements.1. IntroductionThe modern machining industry remains one of the vital sections of the world economy, with asubstantial workforce - in the USA alone, the machining industry has employed over 300,000skilled machine tool operators, as of 2021 [1]. The issue of an aging and declining machinistworkforce is brought up by industry sources, with an average age of trained professionals in thefield reported at approximately 45 to 56 years [2, 3]. The shrinking workforce causes a need todevise methods to ensure increased enrollment and retention of trained machinists to meet futureindustrial demands. If

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Technology Integration in Manufacturing Curriculum

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wayne P. Hung, Texas A&M University

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andTolerancing (GD&T) in design and manufacturing helps to minimize the above issues byimproving manufacturing output, productivity, cross-departmental communication, partassembly, part interchangeability while reducing cost and shortening schedule time [1],[2].Although industry have been implementing GD&T for decades, lack of comprehensiveeducations in undergraduate engineering/technology curricula make the transition of graduatedengineers to industry a difficult period. It was suggested that GD&T should be taught for 60hours during two quarters or during one whole semester [3]. Literature survey indicates only fewinstitutions in the USA have engaged students with GD&T activities in undergraduate programswhile some programs even

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Manufacturing Workforce Development

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University; Marilyn Barger, FLATE (Florida Advanced Technological Education Center of Excellence); Suzy Gorospes Marzano, Society of Manufacturing Engineers; Juan Song, Alamo Colleges District

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such as Germanyhave advanced the concept of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, often referred to as Industry 4.0[1]. The intent is to integrate design, manufacturing, and consumer activities seamlessly toincrease productivity, reliability and customer satisfaction. An Industry 4.0 manufacturingsystem—also called a cyber physical production system (CPPS)—integrates Internet of Things(IoT), Internet of Services (IoS, or also called Cloud Computing) and cyber-physical system(CPS) technologies [2]. These changes will profoundly impact manufacturing work and workers.Industry 4.0 is projected to add $2.2 trillion to domestic GDP by 2025. The estimated maximumvalue of the operational transformation brought by Industry 4.0 to the global

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Design Experiences in Manufacturing Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University; Susan Pedersen, Texas A&M University

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prepared to perform systemintegration tasks. For example, recent studies by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute notethat the U.S. faces a need for nearly 2.4 million manufacturing positions to be filled by 2028 [1].In addition, in May 2019, Deloitte surveyed 523 executives in a range of industries in 26countries across the globe on their intelligent automation strategies and the impact on theirworkforces. Results suggest that over the next three years, executives expect automation toincrease their workforce capacity by 27%, which is equivalent to 2.4 million additional full-timeemployees [2]. Needed are methods for helping students to develop system integration skillsreliably and efficiently.What is system integration?System integration

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Manufacturing Workforce Development

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Firas Akasheh, Tuskegee University; Stephen Baker; Mandoye Ndoye, Tuskegee University; David Shannon, Auburn University; josiah e blocus, Tuskegee University; Eugene Thompson

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the drone body and aprocedure for embedding the electric wiring was developed. This integration required severaldesign modifications, which were implemented and prototyped. We believe that this modulardrone development project design and mentorship guided by the principles of experientiallearning and empowered by AM has increased the efficacy of students and helped them developseveral skills that are valuable to the future engineering work force including team skills,leadership, time-management, life-long and interdisciplinary learning, and entrepreneurshipmindset. Through a survey and focus group approach, the findings of an independent evaluatorconfirm those benefits to the students participating in the project.1. IntroductionAdditive

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Technology Integration in Manufacturing Curriculum

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ayla Acuña, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Moe Rabea, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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theindividual layers takes a lot of time, material, and precision. However, the labor and maintenanceinvolved is minimal, making 3D printing a great cost effective option for manufacturing designmockups and other plastic parts [1-2]. 3D printing creates less waste because material is beingadded to manufacture the part instead of removed. In addition to increasing efficiency, manufacturing engineers must consider how toreduce manufacturing cost. Some ways to achieve this is by reducing the amount of materialneeded or by reducing the amount of labor time per part. Using an infill pattern instead ofprinting a solid part addresses both of these methods. The layers cover less area and thereforetakes up less time and material to complete each layer of

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Technology Integration in Manufacturing Curriculum

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Krzysztof Kamil Jarosz, Rochester Institute of Technology; Yan-Ting Chen, Rochester Institute of Technology; Trisha Gard-Thompson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Mark Davis, Rochester Institute of Technology; Yunbo Zhang, Rochester Institute of Technology; Rui Liu, Rochester Institute of Technology

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also to identify key differences between machinist traineeswho exhibit no underlying hearing problems and ones who are deaf/hard of hearing. The findingsof this work provide valuable takeaways concerning machinists with hearing loss, revealing littleto no effect of hearing impairment on trainee performance, alleviating concerns about potentialperformance weaknesses. The outcomes from this study have shown that trainee experience seemsto relate directly to machining proficiency, regardless of hearing impairment.2. Introduction2.1 Background Estimates from the Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) indicate that fewerthan 1 in 20 Americans are currently deaf or hard of hearing [1]. However, Only 53.3% of deafpeople ages 25-64

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Four Pillars of Manufacturing Knowledge

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John L. Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Suzy Gorospes Marzano, Sr Manager of Industry Development, SME; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University; Neil Littell, Ohio University

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2practices worldwide. The aim is for the Advanced Four Pillars to be a living documentwith periodic reviews to remain current.Four Pillars BackgroundThe Four Pillars of Manufacturing Knowledge, (Four Pillars) was first published in 2011as a component of the Curricula 2015; A Four Year Strategic Plan for ManufacturingEducation [1] (see Figure 1). The concept of the four pillars includes foundation skills inA) Mathematics and Science and B) Personnel Effectiveness with four major categories:1) Materials and manufacturing processes; 2) Product, tooling, and assembly engineering;3) Manufacturing systems and operations; and 4) Manufacturing competitiveness. Mottet. al. [2] credits the process of developing the Four Pillars to the Society ofManufacturing

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Virtual and Augmented Reality Application in Manufacturing Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso; Md Fashiar Rahman, The University of Texas at El Paso

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visualization for roboticsand automation. The students were given weekly robotics laboratory experiments in the course onrobotics and mechatronics. VR robotics integrated with Internet-of-Things based mechatronicsenables students to explore innovative approaches to integrate theoretical knowledge with practicalapplications, enhancing information retention, and promoting critical thinking.1. IntroductionThis paper presents the student learning result of a laboratory course on advanced robotics andmechatronics integrated with virtual reality (VR) and Internet-of-Things (IoT). Virtual realityindustry is getting more recognition due to its application in various fields other than gaming suchas education, medical, entertainment, military, fashion

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Virtual and Augmented Reality Application in Manufacturing Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Chiou, Drexel University; Isher Singh; Arjuna Karthikeyan Senthilvel Kavitha, Drexel University; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso; Md Fashiar Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso; Nijanthan Vasudevan, Drexel University

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entertainment applications like video games or 3Dmovies, it also finds use in psychology, medicine, and as a workspace for testing and developingnew technologies [1-4].Incorporating wind energy technology learning into the education system can benefit from VR asa practical tool for understanding the design and development of wind energy technology. Thepaper presents the project's framework, reports, and student survey findings, along withconclusions and expectations for future success. The project report delves into the team structure,component selection, system design, and simulation results. The student survey indicates that theproject enhances students' understanding of renewable energy prospects, providing them with theopportunity to play a

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Refining Manufacturing Education Practices

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci, Robert Morris University; Jameela Al-Jaroodi; Anthony Moretti, Robert Morris University

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become partof the general high school curriculum. In the final sections, we discuss the integration aspectsand conclude the paper and offer some prospects for future work.Background and Related WorkWorkforce development requires providing relevant and up-to-date knowledge to students toprepare them to take on the various roles in the workforce. In STEM fields, this requires rigorouscurriculum and in-depth technical coverage in the fields of study. One of the problems collegesfacing is the lack of interest in STEM fields among high school students [1]. Another problem isthe under preparedness of these students for the rigorous college curriculum required in theSTEM fields. The discussion of why students do not go for STEM programs and what

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Project-Based and Experiential Learning in Manufacturing

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akbar M. Eslami, Elizabeth City State University; Kuldeep S Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Chandra Bhushan Asthana P.E., Elizabeth City State University; Scott Bradshaw, Elizabeth City State University

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, and industry certification. Thenovel of building academic preparation was reported in ASEE 2023 [1] and IMEC conferences[2]. This paper reports on the workshop and internship activities and findings that introduced andprovided hands-on activities in reverse engineering techniques, design, simulation software, 3Dprinting, and manufacturing processes.WorkshopA two-week summer bridge workshop in advanced manufacturing using drone platforms fordesigning and manufacturing processing was accomplished at ECSU in June 2023. TheEngineering Technology student participants were engaged with lectures on the introduction toUAV design, SIMNET simulation software [3], design of airframes, and prototyping andfabrication of drones. The workshop surveys were

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Project-Based and Experiential Learning in Manufacturing

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University

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usefulness. Results suggest that the case study’s animation and case analysiscomponents helped them to understand the steps involved in automating a process. A strongmajority of participants agreed that they would like more case studies like this one (85.7%) andthat the case study was relevant to their education (83.7%). Suggested improvements includeclearer instructions and explanations and a zoom function to make the details in the schematiceasier to see.1. MotivationAutomated system integration involves the design, interface, and troubleshooting of anautomated system—such as a robotic welding system, which integrates a robot, conveyor,fixture, sensors, and actuators for loading and unloading parts. As noted in earlier work [1], theability to

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Petitti, The Ohio State University

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their professional careers.IntroductionMultiple parties have expressed a need for increasing the number of manufacturing professionals in theUnited States. The Department of Defense (DoD) has stated in September of 2023 that there arehundreds of thousands of job openings in manufacturing [1]. There exist eight DoD ManufacturingInstitutes (MII), and seven out of eight of these private-public partnerships have a workforce roadmapand openly call for additional manufacturing workforce development programming [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7][8]. Likewise, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce (CoC) identified 8.2 million job openings nationwide butonly 7.2 million unemployed workers to fill these positions [9]. Multiple U.S. government agencies agreethat there is a

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Technological University

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engineering education lies in equipping learners with the skills to harness cutting-edge design tools and sustainable manufacturing processes. Despite the availability of advancedtechnologies, knowledge gaps persist, limiting their adoption in academia and industry. Thispaper addresses these challenges by developing and implementing three innovative educationaldesign and manufacturing modules that integrate sustainability and entrepreneurial thinking: 1)Generative Design using Autodesk Fusion software to optimize designs and streamlineworkflows, 2) Portable Sand Casting with "foundry-in-a-box" technology for hands-on learning,and 3) Green Manufacturing through the transformation of waste plastics into no-cost additivemanufacturing (AM) printing

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Paul C. Lynch, Pennsylvania State University Erie, The Behrend College; Mark Rubeo, Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College; Christopher Henri Annear, Pennsylvania State University

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the metal casting and forgingindustries. The Department of Defense (DOD) has prioritized this shortage as a national securitythreat due to the shrinking supply chain for critical weapon system components. It is anticipatedthat by 2028, the defense industrial base will require a minimum of 122,000 additional personnelfor roles such as skilled technicians, engineers, and metallurgists [1].According to industry statistics from the American Foundry Society, the United States had 1,750foundries in 2020, a significant decline from the 3,200 foundries in the United States in 1991.The U.S. metalcasting industry provides approximately 160,000 jobs in the United States whichhas also declined significantly with the decline in the number of foundries [2

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gimantha N Perera, University of Arizona; Hannah Budinoff, The University of Arizona; DAVID MANFORD, The University of Arizona

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increasing autonomy in projects ifincluded in the third year. The methods utilized in this project need adjustment to better fit studentexpectations and engage a broader subset of students. Future research could build on this work to explorethe long-term effects on student outcomes and the broader impact on participation in the I&E ecosystem.1. IntroductionThe integration of entrepreneurial thinking into engineering education has long been employed as a meansof fostering innovation, enhancing career readiness, and equipping students with the interdisciplinaryskills needed to address complex industrial challenges (Yu et al., 2024). The Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology (ABET) echoes the need for such skills by including teamwork

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 7

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci Ph.D., CMfgE, CPEM, Robert Morris University

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there were similar effortswithin academia, by using ASEE’s Peer paper depository system, employing multiple phrases.The phrase “rapid tooling” yielded 4636 entries, “rapid tool making” yielded 4139 entries,“direct rapid tooling” yielded 2910 entries, and finally “indirect rapid tooling” yielded 251entries. Most of these entries involved one of the keywords within the phrase, yet there were a lotof papers found focusing on rapid prototyping or use of 3D printing in product or system designand development, while some others employed 3D printing as a teaching tool. A very smallnumber of papers actually was centered on rapid tooling like the one by Hoekstra [1], but was notrelevant to workforce development. After these initial attempts, a new

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arif Sirinterlikci Ph.D., CMfgE, CPEM, Robert Morris University; Kristopher Connelly, Robert Morris University; Ryan Szekely, Robert Morris University

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efforts focusing on possible future work.IntroductionUtilization of 3D scanning in engineering education is becoming common [1], [2] with thedigitalization of reverse engineering practices as a part of companies’ digital transformationefforts, and some applications like custom human product development areas such as orthoticsand prosthetics are already employing 3D scanning in full extent [3]. This paper focuses onteaching engineering students non-industrial uses of 3D scanning, especially preservation of artand historical artifacts.Recent decades witnessed development of 2D flat bed scanners allowing us to digitize historicaldocuments, books, and even paintings, making these works available to the masses. But as thesedevices became common in our

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Israa Azzam, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Khalid Bello, University of Louisville; Farid Breidi, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette; Faisal Aqlan, University of Louisville

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developmentfor more than 200 years [1]. The fourth industrial revolution, aka Industry 4.0, has revolutionizedmanufacturing processes by integrating digital and smart technologies, transforming traditionalpractices into what is now known as smart or advanced manufacturing [2]. The adoption ofadvanced technologies such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), artificial intelligence (AI),cloud computing, and extended reality (XR) have significantly improved manufacturingprocesses by reducing costs, minimizing production time, and enhancing operator efficiency [3].Thus, it has become essential to maintain competitiveness in the face of rapid technologicaladvancements and global competition [4]. This digital transformation in the manufacturing

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Md B. Sarder, Bowling Green State University

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. Standardized tensile testing is performed to evaluate the mechanicalproperties of the printed components. The results highlight the effect of processing conditions onthe mechanical properties of the TPMS composites as well as its potential advantages andsuitability for applications in various industries.1.0 Introduction Nature's design solutions, honed over billions of years of evolution, have given rise to amyriad of remarkable features such as hierarchical structures, lightweight composites, self-healing mechanisms, and optimal geometries [1-3]. These features not only ensure exceptionalmechanical properties to living organisms but also ensure energy efficiency and resilience in theface of environmental challenges [4-8]. The integration of