thesystem can be used to teach and use the system to help introduce project-based learning in dualcredit courses by conducting workshops with high schools and college instructors.MotivationA McKinsey report states that Industry 4.0—also called the Fourth Industrial Revolution or4IR—is the next phase in the digitization of the manufacturing sector, driven by disruptive trendsincluding the rise of data and connectivity, analytics, human-machine interaction, andimprovements in robotics [1]. McKinsey Global Institute also estimates that Industry 4.0 couldpotentially increase global GDP by $5.7 trillion by 2030 [2]. At the same time, the McKinseyreport also foresees a global shortage of skill workers as a result of implementation of Industry4.0
Bridge and Internship ProgramsAbstractUndergraduate students need exposure, initiation, motivation, and guidance to develop anorientation toward research that will benefit them not only in their capstone projects but also intheir future careers. Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) made such an opportunity availableto the rising junior and senior students of the Engineering Technology program.Fifteen rising junior students were selected to participate in the summer bridge program, and fourrising junior and senior students were selected to participate in a summer internship program atthe Coast Guard's aircraft facility. The project's scope was to engage students in designing,prototyping, and fabricating Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAVs) and
Paper ID #42933Interdisciplinary Senior Design Project to Develop a Teaching Tool: CobotIntegrated Robotic Cell Learning ModuleDr. Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University Yalcin Ertekin, Ph.D., CMfgE, CQE is a clinical professor in the College of Engineering, Department of Engineering Leadership and Society at Drexel University, Philadelphia, and serves as the Associate Department Head for Undergraduate Studies for the Engineering Technology program. He received his BS degree from Istanbul Technical University in Turkey, an MSc in Production Management from the University of Istanbul, an MS in Engineering Management, and an MS
women. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Design of a Monitoring System for Manufacturing Processes AbstractData collection and visualization is a key enabler technique in the Industry 4.0 era. This paperdescribes a senior project that designs a monitoring system for manufacturing processes. It deploysmulti-heterogeneous sensors for cutting force and vibration to monitor CNC machining processes.Students were trained to understand the working principles of sensors, data acquisition (DAQ)devices, programming, and data analysis. The development work includes: 1) part design andmanufacturing process design in Siemens NX; 2) prototype the part using CNC
, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering (IMSE) Department at The University of Texas at El Paso. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Computational Science Program. He has years of research experience in different projects in the field of image data mining, machine learning, deep learning, and computer simulation for industrial and healthcare applications. In addition, Dr. Rahman has taught various engineering courses in industrial and manufacturing engineering. His research area covers advanced quality technology, AI application in smart manufacturing, health care applications, computational intelligence/data analytics, and decision support systems.Nijanthan Vasudevan, Drexel University ©American Society for
qian, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Gordon Qian is a senior Mechatronics Engineering Major at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Engineering. For this project, their role entailed acting as software lead focusing on the programming of the Arduino Mega in C++ and running the tests with the components alongside electrical. During periods in which programming or tests could not be completed, the organization of both responsibilities per person and items or files based on work completed was established and maintained.Alaric Hyland, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and TechnologyDr. Shouling He, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Dr. Shouling He holds a position of professor of Engineering and Technology
educational institutions to incorporate this technology intotheir curriculum. This ensures that students are adequately prepared with the skills and knowledgeneeded for future career opportunities. One crucial task is to teach students how to use moderntechnology to evaluate the quality of AM parts because AM has not reached the point of competingwith traditional manufacturing in terms of surface finish and repeatability. Moreover, the printedparts are often treated as black boxes with invisible defects, such as pores and cracks. Such non-transparency significantly challenges the qualification and certification of additively manufacturedparts. In this paper, we present a semester-long project designed for a new AM course offered atUniversity A to
from the University of Pittsburgh. She is working on research in software engineering, middleware, distributed systems, and smart system with focus on Industry 4.0, Healthcare 4.0, and smart cities. In addition, she works on education/pedagogy research and outreach projects within the STEM areas.Dr. Anthony Moretti, Robert Morris University Dr. Anthony Moretti is department head and associate professor in the Department of Communication and Organizational Leadership at Robert Morris University. His teaching and research primarily focuses on the internal and external influences on journalists and news organizations. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Integrating
ofpracticing sustainability in a research work project.1. IntroductionThe demand to educate sustainability principles and practices in engineering and technology programs hasbecome more pronounced especially with the escalated environmental challenges around the world.Focusing the central role of engineers in shaping industries’ future and the required skillset for the 21stcentury workforce, show there is a considerable consensus in the education community that the integrationof sustainability principles into engineering and technology education is undeniably required.Manufacturing engineering and technology field is at the forefront of education transformative towardsmore sustainability in curriculum and research [1] and [2]. Mentoring independent
students, the goal of this series of outreach activities was to inspire their careerawareness of engineering. Approximately sixty students all around the age of seven participatedin this event. All of them had some STEM experience through their participation in math andscience classes. Local students do not yet have solid career plans until the ninth grade, but most ofthe students involved in this outreach activity had an interest in engineering. There were sixactivities in the rotation: gum drop towers, popsicle stick structures, paper gliders, catapults,Legos, and homemade slime; each of these activities were associated with different tasks toaccomplish. To ensure students’ exposure to various aspects of AM projects and jobs, all thestudents had
of the RPW and K&W methods used forassembly line balancing for Example 2. PROJECT PROBLEMA project problem on Assembly Line Balancing was assigned to students taking the courseentitled Manufacturing Systems Engineering. The object is to balance the assembly line to ensuresmooth flow across the workstations with no or minimal idle time. The details of the project onassembly line balancing and a typical solution is provided in the Appendix. Other details:1) % of project in total grade: 20&2) assigned time: middle of the term and duration: 4 weeks3) project format - individual,4) preferred methods of approach: computer software like Excel5) assessment rubric - (a) Establish workstations – 10%, (b
graduating majors that have significant hands-on trainingthat they receive through lab experiences and extensive project work. These graduates are valuedin the region for their ability to be impactful within a manufacturing environment upon graduationwithout the need to significant supplemental training. Maintaining this mission is howeverchallenging because of the need for resources that are industrial in scale and complexity. Thisincludes having experienced faculty and staff who are dedicated to this mission which requireseffort to keep these resources and their skills current. Part of this is deciding how to balancedeveloping skills using new technologies with increasing sophistication with more traditionaltechniques such as the use of manual
Systems Engineering (IMSE) Department at The University of Texas at El Paso. He holds a Ph.D. degree in Computational Science Program. He has years of research experience in different projects in the field of image data mining, machine learning, deep learning, and computer simulation for industrial and healthcare applications. In addition, Dr. Rahman has taught various engineering courses in industrial and manufacturing engineering. His research area covers advanced quality technology, AI application in smart manufacturing, health care applications, computational intelligence/data analytics, and decision support systems. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Virtual Reality
Paper ID #41395Teaching Manufacturing Assembly Processes Using Immersive Mixed RealityMs. Israa Azzam, Purdue University Israa is a Ph.D. student at Purdue University, specializing in digital technologies and control systems. She received her B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from Beirut Arab University (BAU) in 2019 and her M.E. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the American University of Beirut (AUB) in 2021, specializing in Robust Control. Israa is a Research Assistant on the National Science Foundation-funded Project ”Research Initiation: Developing Spatial Visualization and Understanding of Complex
tounderstand the current state of the application as well as future research needs to achieve the goalof a DT and AI in AM. This study aims to give an overview of the state of the art and identifythe topics research needs to investigate by applying the method of a systematic review.Overview of Federal GrantThis work refers to a federal grant awarded to the University. This project was proposed todevelop campus wide advanced manufacturing center of excellence. The key objectives of theproject were: 1) to study the process of AI and DT adoption in metal additive manufacturingdomain and learn some manufacturing parameters as being monitored by AI/DT; 2) increase thenumber of technicians with the skills necessary for an immediate contribution to the
Management • Problem Analysis and Solving • Knowledge Management (Capture and reuse)Table 9: Manufacturing Management (block 12) Topic Changed to Strategic Planning Strategic Planning Including: Social, Environmental, Governance, and DEI Social Responsibility Strategic Planning Including: Social, Environmental, Governance, and DEI Project Management Leadership and Project Management Labor Relations Workforce Development – Personnel Management/Labor Relations Personnel Management
the Department of Engineering Technology, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee. His education includes two Master of Science degrees in Electrical & Computer Engineering and Electronics and Control Engineering. He has been actively involved in higher education leadership in various capacities as a Dean, Department Chair, PI, Project Director, and a faculty member since 1997. He has served as the PI / Project Director for multiple agencies including NSF, DOL, DOD, and Perkin’s Grant. His research interests include Industrial Automation Systems, VLSI, ASIC, and FPGA. Other areas of interest are Higher Education Leadership and Accreditation including ABET. ©American
program. Aside from her studies, she works as an aircraft maintenance technician and avionics technician. While pursuing her Bachelor’s Degree at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, Chasisty participated in the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) chapter for 4 years and held the President position for 2 years. This opportunity enabled Chasisty to host STEM outreach projects with children in the community.Samuel Hernandez Samuel Hernandez is a senior Mechatronic Engineering Student pursuing a Bachelor of Science. He is a builder and programmer for the robotics team and aids the lead programmer in completing the robot’s autonomous functions.Dr. Shouling He, Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology Dr
next wave of AM professionals andinnovators, establishing a bridge between educational institutions and the dynamic demands ofcontemporary manufacturing industries. Figure 5: AM equipment is used to fabricate a number of objects you can imagineCollaborations Between Academia and IndustryCollaborations between academia and industry in the domain of AM are a cornerstone ofinnovation, research, and practical integration of cutting-edge technology. These partnershipsbridge the gap between the academic realm and real-world industrial applications, fostering anenvironment of mutual learning and advancement. Such collaborations often encompass amultitude of initiatives, including joint research projects that explore innovative AM materials
% Tri, CF, 50% HC, CF, 50%Lin, CF, 70% Tri, CF, 70% HC, CF, 70% Testing surface roughness is nondestructive, so this was tested first. A spectrometer isused to measure the differences in the surface. A light is projected over the surface of thespecimen and the spectrometer measures how many photons are captured on the other side.Multiple data points are captured and compiled into an average Ra value in millimeters (mm).Each specimen was used and recorded in this manner. Testing hardness only uses a small portion of the specimen, and therefore the specimencan be used again for future testing. This recycling minimizes waste to be cost effective. Using adigital Shore D durometer, the larger, end section of the
may involve calculating cycle times,lead times, and other performance metrics. Based on the analysis of the current state, the teamthen develops a vision for the future state of the value stream. This involves eliminating waste,reducing lead times, and improving overall efficiency and effectiveness. With the future state inmind, the team develops a plan for implementing changes and improvements. This plan mayinclude specific initiatives, projects, or Kaizen events aimed at addressing the identifiedopportunities. Once the action plan is developed, the team begins implementing the proposedchanges. This may involve reorganizing processes, redesigning workflows, implementing newtechnologies, or training employees. Throughout the implementation
class format. Study participants stressed that achieving a high-quality learningexperience has prompted them to try something significantly new every year. Examples includetraveling to meet with remote students, curating exams for each location to accommodatedifferent exam schedules, incorporating or removing technology from the classroom such asZoom, hybridizing the course, implementing group projects and case studies, adding or removingteaching assistants, and attempting a flipped classroom.A problem consistently identified by the participants is boosting remote student engagement withthe course. One participant stressed, “… if you ask me, the most challenging thing is to keep thestudents engaged during the lecture.” Student engagement is