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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 7

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Walter Huffman, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Kaitlyn Becker, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Rebecca E Zubajlo, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Warren P. Seering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Letters. His research is supported by the Department of Commerce, Department of Defense, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, Schmidt Futures, National Science Foundation, MIT, and industry partners.Prof. Warren P. Seering, Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyRebecca E Zubajlo, Massachusetts Institute of Technology ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 ‭Reflections on the Implementation of Short, Authentic Oral‬ ‭Assessments in a University Manufacturing Course‬1‭ ) Introduction: Why Authentic Exams? Why this class?‬ ‭Most technical engineering assessments are high-stakes written exams where student success‬ ‭depends on finding correct, numerical answers to well-defined

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dalya Ismael, Old Dominion University; Vukica M. Jovanovic, Old Dominion University; Murat Kuzlu, Old Dominion University; Charles Lowe, Old Dominion University; Lisa Bosman, Purdue University

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principles. These topics were aligned with specific learningoutcomes, as outlined in Table 1, to ensure students developed competencies in recognizingenvironmental challenges, applying whole life cycle thinking, and assessing inclusive andsustainable business models.Throughout the course, participants completed photo-voice assignments to reflect theirunderstanding of the EOP topics. The photo-voice assignments required students to submit animage that represented a sustainability concept discussed in class and to write a short narrativeexplaining its relevance. The assignment prompt encouraged students to connect their selectedimages to lean engineering principles, environmental sustainability, and responsible businesspractices. By requiring students

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University

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critical thinking skills,which further hinders their ability to grasp geometric concepts effectively [4]. Teaching andlearning geometry is challenging, with studies showing that students' attitudes and willingness toengage with the subject significantly impact their success [5].Gaining insight into characteristics of Gen Z learners can benefit mathematics teachers inestablishing classroom norms and designing instruction that helps students achieve highstandards. Gen Z students are constantly engaged with digital media and prefer interactive andtechnology-enhanced learning environments. They thrive in settings that offer immediatefeedback and opportunities for collaboration, reflecting their social and connected nature.Although Gen Z is the first

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anis Fatima, Michigan Technological University; John L. Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Muhammad Wasif, NED University of Engineering and Technology

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module was developed to illustrate the functioning of a digital twin systemand was applied to two key courses: Smart Manufacturing and the Internet of Things (IoT). Bothcourses are offered to students in their senior years. To assess the impact of this teaching moduleand the effectiveness of the pedagogy applied, a questionnaire-based survey (Appendix A) wasconducted, focusing on the implementation of feminist pedagogy principles in the classroom.Feminist pedagogy, as discussed by various scholars, promotes values such as knowledge co-creation, empowerment, and reflection, which were identified as the primary tenets guiding ofthis study [20] . Feminist pedagogy has significant implications for engineering education, as itchallenges the

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenton Blane Fillingim, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Lauren Heinrich, Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Ashley Gannon, Oak Ridge National Lab; Thomas Feldhausen, Oak Ridge National Laboratory

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rate their confidence from the course from two perspectives: DED parameter developmentand CAM strategy development. These perspectives are driven in relation to what they see byinspecting the process stability and printed part quality. Survey questions were phrased to representdifferent levels of cognitive thinking for the respective application, as shown in the bulleted listbelow, followed by open-ended reflection on beneficial, confusing, or absent process factors todrive future workshop iterations. • Remember common DED parameter development process and failures • Understand how process parameters and toolpath strategies influence the print geometry • Apply understand of DED processes to develop process parameters and toolpath

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Weihang Zhu, University of Houston - COE; Mariam Manuel, University of Houston - COE; Paige Evans, University of Houston; Peter Weber, University of Houston, College of Technology (MERGED MEMBERSHIP WITH COE)

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reported thatteachers had “a critical lack of understanding and knowledge relating to framing the designchallenge, the use of technology and the scaffolding of the creative and reflective designprocess” ( (Smith, Iversen, & Hjorth, 2015), p. 22). Kostakis et al. (2015) conducted a pilotqualitative study that examined educational benefits of 3DP and design with 33 high schoolstudents in Greece (Kostakis, Niaros, & Giotitsas, 2015). They stressed the importance ofpreparing teachers for such projects and the need of possessing technological skills and in-depthunderstanding of 3DP and EDP. Several studies in East Asia introduced 3DP to PSTs and developed a TPACK-basedcurriculum (Sullivan & McCartney, 2017; Yi, Park, & Lee, 2016

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Md Fashiar Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso; Richard Y Chiou, Drexel University; Jakia Sultana, University of Texas at El Paso; S M Atikur Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso; Selim Molla, University of Texas at El Paso

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many institutions struggle to sustain,widening the gap in educational quality and industry readiness. Digital laboratory modules usingcomputer simulations offer a cost-effective and scalable solution to overcome the challenges oftraditional manufacturing education. By leveraging simulation tools and virtual labs, institutionscan provide students with realistic, interactive learning experiences without expensive physical 3equipment. These modules allow students to experiment with complex manufacturing processes,design prototypes, and analyze production systems in a risk-free environment. Additionally, digitallabs can be easily updated to reflect

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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 curriculum will be delivered in multiple levels,or “tiers.” This paper will detail the development of the so-called level one (core) curriculumwhich covers a broad range of topics and is intended to build foundational knowledge for anunexperienced audience. Additional METAL training levels, still in development, will providedeep dives into industry-relevant and advanced topics.3 METAL Level One (Core)METAL trainings are intended to cover a wide range of industry relevant topics in metalworkingbeginning with basic, foundational knowledge and progressing through advanced university-level research topics. The training curriculum is colloquially referred to as “tiered” or“stackable” reflecting that each subsequent level builds upon

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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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ratings. Positive ratings (scores of 3, 4, and5) were primarily justified by students highlighting the role of risk-taking in growth, creativity, andconfidence-building. They valued calculated risks in supportive environments like engineering projects,emphasizing self-belief, preparation, and the acceptance of failure as key drivers for willingness to takerisks. Negative ratings (scores of -5 to -1) were less common and typically attributed to discomfort withuncertainty, a preference for guidelines, or a lack of confidence. Some students expressed a desire to takemore risks but struggled with hesitation or internal barriers. The most frequent ratings were 2 and 3.These responses reflected a balanced approach to risk-taking, where students

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yalcin Ertekin, Drexel University; Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu, Drexel University; Richard Y Chiou, Drexel University; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso

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process through cutting-edge technologies like industrial PCs, HumanMachine Interface Controllers, Various sensing and tracking devices and vision cameras.This paper emphasizes the growing significance of project-based learning, noting its alignment with newtechnological trends such as Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing and assembly. The integration of smart andsustainable manufacturing in capstone topics mirrors this shift, contributing to the development of leadershipskills, creativity, and innovation among students. With over 65% of capstone projects focused on manufacturing,energy, and sustainability, students engage with open-ended projects that reflect real-world uncertainties andrequire them to determine optimal solutions. Through this

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ziling Chen, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Zhen Zhao, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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[10, 13],particularly in manufacturing programs where iterative experimentation, physical manipulation ofequipment, and real-time data collection are essential [14–18].Among the emerging solutions for remote labs, simulation-based platforms have garneredattention for their wide accessibility and relatively low setup costs. These virtual environmentsenable students to practice and visualize engineering concepts without geographic or schedulingconstraints. However, although simulations can effectively reinforce theoretical knowledge, theyoften lack the physical realism and unpredictability of authentic lab work [19–23]. Updating orexpanding simulation environments to reflect changing industrial practices can also be expensiveand time-consuming

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jordan Osborne, Illinois State University; Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University

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easier to use, interestingly, studentsreported that they found the physical robots more engaging. This preference likely reflects thehands-on nature of robotics education and the students' predisposition to enjoy said nature oftasks. Despite 84% of participants acknowledging that the VR environment was a reasonablerecreation of their lab space, students noted the inherent differences between controlling a virtualand a real robot. One student stated, “Being there in person and not in VR made you feel moreaccomplished when you finished a task.” Similarly, another student wrote, “Jogging the physicalrobot is more engaging because you have actual consequences with the physical robot. In VR, Iwas engaged because I have little experience in VR.” While

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 8

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University; Jaby Mohammed, Illinois State University

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focused on a low-cost, customizable module. Team 3 emphasized a versatile, safe designthat is easily adaptable to different lab setups. In many cases, the students also discussed lessonslearned and self-reflected on their development in their oral presentations. The following sectionwill discuss limitations and opportunities for next steps from the faculty instructor’s perspective.Limitations and Next StepsFuture work should consider further refinement and revision of these prototypes. This can bedone in a variety of ways. First, notably absent from this work, is the actual testing of the productbeyond fitment and basic movements with the industrial robot. This is mainly due to timeconstraints in the project term. However, this could be enhanced

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 7

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oluwadamilola Daniel Afe, Virginia State University; Zhenhua Wu, Virginia State University

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”, which providesnot only an excellent pedagogy resources to educate next generation of engineers on conceptsrelated Industry 4.0., also an outstanding research infrastructure for Smart Manufacturing.AcknowledgementThis work was supported by a subaward from GENEDGE through the Department of Energy GrantNo. DE-MS0000029. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed inthis material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the DOE andGENEDGE.Reference[1] MTConnect® Standard Part 1 - Overview and Protocol, Version 1.3.0, 2014[2] MTConnect®Standard Part 2 –Device Information Model, Version 1.3.1, 2015[3] https://pypi.org/project/requests/[4] https://pypi.org/project/xmltodict/[5] https://pypi.org

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 6

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zhen Zhao, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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resources. Paired T-tests confirm that thedesired increases in program design (p-value = 0.034) and program delivery (material) aresignificant (p = 0.034).Figure 3. Average employers’ preferred level of engagement in the PWD program acrossdimensions.Additionally, employers indicated varying levels of desired engagement across the differentdimensions of the PWD program, as illustrated in Figure 3. For instance, they typically prefer tooffer input, suggestions, or teaching materials once every cohort but show a strong desire toconstantly provide ongoing resources and support for employees. This variation underscores thenuanced ways employers want to engage, reflecting how each activity aligns with theirworkforce needs and organizational goals.4.2

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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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Measurement Machines (CMMs) o Scanners with Optical Tracking Devices o Structured Light Scanners o Portable Scanners o Laser Scanning ProcessThese scanners use a variety of methods including, still pictures as in the case ofphotogrammetry, or a laser source and time of flight principles measuring time elapsed duringreturn of the energy emitted by a LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) device, or visible whiteor infrared structured-light patterns to detect the deformation in an object as they are reflected ona surface of the object. Even though these methods mainly serve the industrial space, they havebeen used in scanning many historical [6] and anthropological artifacts including shipwrecks ordinosaur

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rumena Begum, University of Louisville; Faisal Aqlan, University of Louisville; Marci S. Decaro, University of Louisville; Hui Yang, Pennsylvania State University; Richard Zhao, University of Calgary; Jason J Saleem, University of Louisville; P. Karen Murphy, The Pennsylvania State University

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mechanisms.AcknowledgmentsThis work was funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) under awards 2302833,2244119, and 220460, and the Engineering Information Foundation (EIF) under award EIF24.03.Any opinions, findings, or conclusions found in this paper are those of the author and do notnecessarily reflect the views of the sponsors.References[1] M. Hovanec, P. Korba, M. Vencel, & S. Al-Rabeei, Simulating a digital factory and improving production efficiency by using virtual reality technology Applied Sciences, 13(8), 5118, 2023.[2] A. A. Malik, T. Masood, & A. Bilberg, Virtual reality in manufacturing: immersive and collaborative artificial-reality in design of human-robot workspace International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing, 33

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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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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in Table 5 and visualized in Figure 8. This survey was aimed at evaluating students’ cognitive and physical workload while interacting with the module within the MR-shared environment. Table 5 shows that Q2.2 (Presence) received the highest mean value (M=3.79, SD=0.86), indicating that the majority of students felt a strong sense of presence and immersion during the task. As shown in Figure 8, 72% of the students (71 out of 98) rated their experience between “Moderate” and “Very High”, reflecting the effectiveness of the MR-shared environment in creating a sense of engagement among the players (users).On the other hand, Q2.3 (Physical Demands), Q2.7 (Situational stress), and Q2.8 (Distraction)received the lowest mean values with (M=1.57, SD

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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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