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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Niloofar Kamran, Cornell College

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Paper ID #38302Board 135: Undergraduate Projects/Research in a Liberal Arts CollegeDr. Niloofar Kamran, Cornell College ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH IN A LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGENiloofar KamranAssistant Professor of EngineeringINTRODUCTION FIRST PROJECT, GESTURE- SECOND PROJECT, SPACE DEBRIS THIRD PROJECT, WIND TUNNEL CONTROLED PIANO• Cornell College is a liberal arts college with an

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sara E. Wilson, The University of Kansas

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Paper ID #39304Mechatronics Research Projects: Engaging First-Generation Students andOthersDr. Sara E. Wilson, The University of Kansas Sara Wilson is an Associate Professor and Graduate Director in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Kansas. Dr. Wilson earned her PhD in Medical Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Tech- nology, her S.M. in Mechanical Engineering from MIT, and her B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Her research focuses on applying mechanical engineering to the de- velopment of novel medical devices and to improving understanding of the etiology of

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth "Elisha" M.H. Garcia Ph.D., PE, United States Coast Guard Academy

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Paper ID #36994Project-Based Learning Success in Fundamentals of Fluid MechanicsProf. Elizabeth ”Elisha” M.H. Garcia Ph.D., PE, United States Coast Guard Academy Elizabeth ”Elisha” MH Garcia, Ph.D., P.E., is an Associate Professor of Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. She has taught at the USCGA for over a decade. Her research interests include analytical fluid-structures interactions, DEI in pedagogy, and concept mapping. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Project-Based Learning Success in Fundamentals of

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 10: Capstone and Design Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen Pierson; Benjamin Fleming; Han Hu, University of Arkansas

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Paper ID #39969CAM and Design for Manufacturing: A Project-Based Learning CourseStephen PiersonBenjamin FlemingProf. Han Hu, University of Arkansas Han Hu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Arkansas. He received his Ph.D. from Drexel University in 2016 and B.S. from the University of Science and Technology of China in 2011. Before he joined the University of Arkansas, he worked at the Cooling Technologies Research Center at Purdue University as a postdoc on two-phase electronics cooling. His current research is focused on the development of experimental and numerical

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MECH - Technical Session 5: Virtual Learning and Technology Integration

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matt Gordon, University of Denver; Irvin R Jones, University of Denver

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a result, there have been many studies on this topic – how to effectively assess individuals onteams. In broad terms, instructors must decide on one of two general approaches. On oneextreme, once a team is assigned, instructors can let each team plan and manage the process forcompleting the project, meaning it is acceptable however the team decides to get the projectdone. Typically, this approach leads to every individual on a team getting the same score. Thisapproach is easiest for the instructor since it really doesn’t matter what an individual contributes.All that matters is that the project was completed. However, this approach can create a lot ofstress for the team, especially if they have different objectives. One student might be

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MECH - Technical Session 5: Virtual Learning and Technology Integration

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bo Yu, Utah Valley University

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Paper ID #43975Bridging Theory and Application: A Project in System Dynamics CourseDr. Bo Yu, Utah Valley University Bo Yu is an associate professor in mechanical engineering at the Utah Valley University. His teaching interests are in the area of system dynamics, vibrations, and controls. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Bridging Theory and Application: A Project in System Dynamics Course Bo Yu Department of Mechanical and Civil Engineering Utah Valley University, Orem, Utah, 84058, USA

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vincent Nguyen, University of Maryland College Park; Elisabeth Smela, University of Maryland College Park

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Paper ID #39083Board 137: WIP: Engaging Mechanical Engineering Students in Projects ofCaring: Socially and Environmentally Responsible Projects that Go outinto the Public DomainDr. Vincent Nguyen, University of Maryland College Park Vincent P. Nguyen is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Maryland, College Park. He is a founding member of the Environmental and Socially Responsible Engineering (ESRE) group who work to integrate and track conscientious engineering aspects throughout the undergraduate educational experience across the college. His efforts include formally integrating sustainability design requirements into

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Min Jung Lee, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University

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Paper ID #37814How Does Working on an Interdisciplinary Service-Learning Project vs. aDisciplinary Design Project Affect Peer Evaluators’ Teamwork Skills?Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University Isaac K. Kumi is a Mechanical Engineering Ph.D. student at Old Dominion University. He has a B.Sc in Biomedical Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, and an M.E. from Old Dominion University in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests are in biomechanics and biomechanical modeling and simulation.Dr. Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University Stacie Ringleb is a professor in the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 10: Capstone and Design Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Frederic-Charles Krynen, Stanford University; Carl E. Wieman

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Paper ID #40075Enhancing Effectiveness and Inclusivity of Introductory, Project-BasedME Courses: A Cognitive Psychology ApproachMr. Frederic-Charles Krynen, Stanford University Fred Krynen is a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University. Under the guidance of Professor Carl Wieman, Professor Shima Salehi, and Professor Sheri Sheppard, his research focuses on teaching methods as they apply to introductory university-level mechanical design courses. He is focused on measuring these methods’ impact on performance, retention and on the students’ sense of belonging in the physical space they occupy

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 13: Lab Experiences

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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wee sing Yeo, University of Cincinnati; P.K. Imbrie, University of Cincinnati; Azrul Abidin Zakaria; Zubaidi Faiesal Bin Mohamad Rafaai

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Paper ID #39046Incorporating an Open-Ended Project to Address Complexity Solution ofEngineer’s Problem in Undergraduate Laboratory Coursewee sing Yeo, University of Cincinnati WS Yeo is a Charactered Engineer register with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, United Kingdom. She led research projects and also involve actively as member in research projects led by other staff. She adopted outcomes-based engineering (OBE) program accreditation practices since 2006-2022.Dr. P.K. Imbrie, University of Cincinnati P.K. Imbrie is the Head and Professor of the Department of Engineering Education and a Professor in the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 6: Dynamics and Kinematics

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wooram Park, University of Texas at Dallas

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developed a teaching apparatus through acapstone design project in the department. In the one-year design project, a group of seniorsdesigned a rotational vibratory system with springs and a torsional damper. Moment of inertia,stiffness and damping are all adjustable so the user can test various vibration conditions such asunder-damping, over-damping, critical damping as well as forced vibrations. The system wasalso designed to be affordable. The apparatus was demonstrated in the class and was evaluated ina student survey. To promote the adoption of the proposed apparatus, the list of components isprovided in this paper.I. Introduction and motivationAn undergraduate vibration course is one of the most important and useful classes in mostmechanical

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 8: Thermo-Fluids Theory and Computation

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edward James Diehl P.E., University of Hartford

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Paper ID #38835Simulation Project to Promote Learner Autonomy in an Introductory FluidMechanics CourseDr. Edward James Diehl P.E., University of Hartford Dr. Diehl is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical, Aerospace, and Acoustical Engineering Department at the University of Hartford, teaching courses in solid mechanics, mechanical design, mechanism design, and fluid mechanics. He received a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Connecticut in 2016, an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer at Hartford in 1996, and a B.S. in Ma- rine Engineering Systems from the United States Merchant Marine

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jheng-Wun Su, Slippery Rock University; Cameron Casey Constantine, Slippery Rock University

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Paper ID #42961Board 138: Promoting Sustainable Innovation: Mechatronics and CollaborativeStudent Projects with Campus Sustainability CentersDr. Jheng-Wun Su, Slippery Rock University Dr. Jheng-Wun Su is currently an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Slippery Rock University. Prior to joining the faculty at Slippery Rock University, Dr. Su earned his PhD in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Missouri. Dr. Su’s research interests are in the areas of mechatronics, 3D/4D printing, and soft robotics.Cameron Casey Constantine, Slippery Rock University Cameron Constantine is currently

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MECH - Technical Session 3: Advancements in Teaching Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jamie Szwalek, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Christopher Carducci, The University of Illinois at Chicago

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Paper ID #41752A Framework for CAD Design Projects: Combining Scaffolded Milestones,Design Review, and ReflectionDr. Jamie Szwalek, The University of Illinois at Chicago Jamie Szwalek is currently a Clinical Associate Professor at University of Illinois at Chicago in Mechanical Engineering and has over ten years of teaching experience.Christopher Carducci, The University of Illinois at Chicago ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 A Framework for CAD Design Projects: Combining Scaffolded Milestones, Design Review, and ReflectionAbstractThis paper provides a framework

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MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Israd Hakim Jaafar, Utah Valley University; Matthew J Jensen, Utah Valley University; Sean Tolman P.E., Utah Valley University; Amanda C Bordelon, Utah Valley University; Bennington J Willardson, Utah Valley University; Janis P Raje

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planning committee.Bennington J Willardson, Utah Valley UniversityJanis P Raje, Janis Raje is a free-lance technical writer for higher education programs. She received her B.A. from Brigham Young University and her M.A. from University of Maine in English. She has a particular interest in STEM programs at the baccalaureate and pre- baccalaureate levels. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Enhancing STEM Degree Completion: A Framework for the Work in Progress Civil and Mechanical Engineering (CAM) Scholarship ProjectAbstractThis paper presents the practical framework for implementing the Civil and MechanicalEngineering (CAM) Scholarship project, funded by a recently received grant

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MECH - Technical Session 2: Enhancing Learning through Hands-On Design

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew S Ballard, Utah Valley University; Taten McConahay, Utah Valley University; Brett Swain, Utah Valley University; Sarah Dayley, Utah Valley University

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is an undergraduate student in the Mechanical Engineering program at Utah Valley University.Brett Swain, Utah Valley University Brett Swain is an undergraduate student in the Mechanical Engineering program at Utah Valley University.Sarah Dayley, Utah Valley University Sarah Dayley is an undergraduate student in the Mechanical Engineering program at Utah Valley University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Project-based learning via creation and testing of a silicone venous valve modelAbstractProject-based learning is an important tool in undergraduate engineering education, providingopportunities for students to deepen their understanding

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stacie I. Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima, Old Dominion University; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Orlando M. Ayala, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Min Jung Lee, Old Dominion University

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Paper ID #39186The Impact of a Multidisciplinary Service-Learning Project onEngineering Knowledge and Professional Skills in Engineering andEducation StudentsDr. Stacie I. Ringleb, Old Dominion University Stacie Ringleb is a professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Old Do- minion University and a fellow of the American Society of Biomechanics. Dr. Ringleb received a B.S. in biomedical engineering from Case Western Reserve University, a M.S.E. from Temple University, a Ph.D. from Drexel University, and completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Mayo Clinic.Dr. Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Manohar Chidurala, Western Kentucky University; Riley Bishop; Brandon Charles Sekula, Western Kentucky University; Nathaniel Burris, Western Kentucky University

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Velocity of fluidμ Viscosity of fluidLC Characteristic Length of an objectRe Reynolds NumberA Projected Area of an objectFD Drag ForceFL Lift ForceCD Coefficient of DragCL Coefficient of LiftIntroduction In numerous engineering applications, external airflow induces significant aerodynamiceffects that practicing engineers must consider. A few examples of these applications are fuelefficiency for automobiles and aircraft, and wind turbine blade analysis. Although the developmentof Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) allows researchers to perform simulated studies ofexternal flow over objects, physical experiments remain invaluable to the data collection andanalysis process. Physical experiments often reveal

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Libby (Elizabeth) Osgood, University of Prince Edward Island; Emma Bodil Stryhn Christensen, University College Absalon, Denmark; Analiya Benny; Matthew Hutchinson; Gayla Cameron

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lessonslearned for developing open educational resources.Project OverviewThis section contains details of the project execution, including descriptions and objectives for thetwo phases: (1) Development of the OER textbook, and (2) Incorporation of student problems.In the first phase, developing the OER textbook, an internal university grant of $1,000 was awardedin April 2020, which allowed for an adaptation of existing material. Rather than create an entirelynew textbook, OER statics and physics textbooks were adapted. A research student was hired inthe fall of 2020 to support the creation of the OER, using the Pressbooks platform. The studentwas recruited based on their performance in the Fall 2019 Statics course with the facultyresearcher, for their

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gavin Bathgate; Dylan Perlino; Cameron Howard; Owen Frink; Reza Rashidi, SUNY University at Buffalo

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Paper ID #37612Fabrication of Fluidic Devices through Dissolution of 3D PrintedMaterial in PDMS MoldGavin BathgateDylan PerlinoCameron HowardOwen FrinkDr. Reza Rashidi, SUNY University at Buffalo Dr. Reza Rashidi is an Associate Professor at SUNY University at Buffalo. He was an Associate Professor at SUNY Alfred State when he supervised the project presented in this paper. He received his Ph.D degree in Mechanical Engineering (MEMS development) from the University of British Columbia in 2010 and completed his Postdoctoral Fellowship in Development of Biomedical Sensing Devices in the Department of Electrical and Computer

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 2: Thermo-Fluids Projects and Active Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibrahim Hassan P.E., Texas A&M University at Qatar; Omar Al-Ani, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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Course  AbstractThis paper presents the authors’ experience in introducing the Aspen Plus software to supportstudents in understanding various types of thermofluid cycles for an undergraduate mechanicalengineering thermofluids course. In most thermodynamics/thermofluids courses, students areasked to analyze thermofluid systems using a combination of steam tables or the ideal gas lawequations. However, in industry, an engineer would be expected to use a process simulator tosimulate thermofluid cycles. The main motivation of this project was to familiarize students withsuch software. Students were assigned to work in groups of two to analyze three different typesof thermofluid cycles; Rankine cycles

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 11: Project and Research-Based Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel D. Jensen, Westmont College; Gregory Reich; Joshua Guinto; Jared Lush

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alignment enhanced their researchexperience in terms of efficiency, effectiveness and satisfaction of the research work.BackgroundIn 2020 approximately 4 million bachelor’s degrees were given in the US [1] across all academicdisciplines. According to the Council on Undergraduate Research, only 28% of undergradsengage in research [3]. However, within 10 years, approximately 40% of former undergraduatestudents enter graduate programs [2] where research capability and experience is often critical tosuccess. One study indicates that 29% of undergrads do not choose to participate in researchbecause they simply are not interested in research [3]. Possibly if research projects could betailored to be more attractive to undergraduate students, more students

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MECH - Technical Session 8: Sustainability and Interdisciplinary Learning

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University; Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima; Danielle Marie Rhemer, Old Dominion University

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Paper ID #42965Reflections of Undergraduate Engineering Students Completing a Cross-DisciplinaryRobotics Project with Preservice Teachers and Fifth Graders in an ElectromechanicalSystems CourseDr. Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University Dr. Krishnanand Kaipa is an Associate Professor and director of the Collaborative Robotics and Adaptive Machines (CRAM) Laboratory in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the Old Dominion University. Dr. Kaipa received his BE (Hons.)Dr. Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University Dr. Jennifer Kidd is a Master Lecturer in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Old

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MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Arkasama Bandyopadhyay, Texas A&M University; Phapanin Charoenphol, Texas A&M University

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Paper ID #43267A Comparative Study on the Role of Bloom’s Taxonomy-based Assignmentsand Project-based Learning on Student Performance in an UndergraduateFluid Mechanics CourseDr. Arkasama Bandyopadhyay, Texas A&M University Dr. Arkasama Bandyopadhyay is an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University (TAMU). She previously earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from Oklahoma State University and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. Her research interests span the areas of distributed energy

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MECH - Technical Session 10: Special Topics and Innovative Methods in Mechanical Engineering

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bo Yu, Utah Valley University; Anne-marie A Lerner, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Mike Zampaloni, University of Wisconsin, Platteville

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Zampaloni, University of Wisconsin, Platteville ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Entrepreneurial Minded Learning in a Core Junior-Level Mechanical Vibrations CourseAbstractThis paper describes the implementation of a project that incorporated prototyping and theentrepreneurial mindset into a core, junior-level Mechanical Vibrations course in the mechanicalengineering curriculum. The course underwent an update that included the modification of ahands-on prototyping project integrating aspects of the entrepreneurial mindset into the projectrequirements starting Summer 2021. The project required that all aspects were verified usingtraditional theoretical relationships, were

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 14: Curriculum and Course Assessment in and Outside the Classroom

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Morris, Clemson University; John R. Wagner, P.E., Clemson University

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for Engineering Education, 2023 Application of Extracurricular Course Teaching PLM Concepts to UndergraduatesAbstractExtended, project-based activities are critical for preparing undergraduate students for roles inmodern industry yet are often difficult to provide through traditional curricula. This practicepaper describes the objectives and functions of a student-centric research endeavor within theClemson University Creative Inquiry framework that provides guided instruction andextracurricular experiences on product lifecycle management (PLM). The course objective is todevelop a digital twin for a scaled, tracked, robotic vehicle while introducing participants toPLM topics and tools. Due to its breadth

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MECH - Technical Session 8: Sustainability and Interdisciplinary Learning

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leah Mendelson, Harvey Mudd College; Drew Price, Harvey Mudd College

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) how the engineering design process is enacted in the course and(2) how fabricating physical artifacts relates to course learning outcomes in design and analysis.In this work, we conduct an extensive review of undergraduate mechanical engineering curriculaacross several institutions to understand students’ design and analysis backgrounds prior totaking upper-division mechanical design courses. We also develop two survey instrumentsfocused on project-based learning within mechanical design courses. The first survey focuses onhow the design process is enacted by students during their projects. The second survey examineshow students make fabrication decisions to support their project work.A pilot study using both instruments was performed with

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 14: Curriculum and Course Assessment in and Outside the Classroom

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John A. Mirth, St. Cloud State University

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batch” and due at the end of the subsequent week. c. Homework grading: Homework grading is completed within a week after the homework is collected. d. Project work: Engineering courses commonly contain projects to tie together topics. In our model, each module has a culminating project that is assigned at the completion of module information delivery. The project has the following processing times: i. A project duration of three weeks. ii. Grading time is one-third of the project length (i.e. one week). e. Exams: The instructor has a choice of giving either a “topical module exam” (based solely on course information and homework), or a “comprehensive module exam” (that

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 8: Thermo-Fluids Theory and Computation

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Wenhai Li, Farmingdale State College; Foluso Ladeinde, Stony Brook University

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first be introduced. Then, a commercialCFDHT package, AEROFLO Cloud, operated based on a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model,will be presented. The software is deployed on a Cloud server that has been optimized for high-performance computing and is accessible via a web browser. Students will use the softwarepackage to set up realistic CFDHT projects, run the simulations on the cloud, and visualize andpost-process the simulation results on the cloud. The modeling and visualization tasks can becarried out with a personal classroom computer (PC) with an Internet connection. Severallaboratory (simulation) projects based on practical applications are proposed, and the methodsrequired to analyze the simulation results will be taught. In terms of the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zahra Pournorouz, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)

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and enhancing the thermophysical properties of synthetic oils. This was the first demonstra- tion of the work ever done in this field and resulted in broad environmental and cost benefits, especially in energy storage and heat transfer applications. She has more than three years of experience teaching ther- mofluidic, mechanical design, and solid and structure courses and supervising senior capstone projects collaborating with industries such as Saint-Gobain, Klein Tools, and Parker. She also has served in lead- ership roles at the Society of Women Engineers and STEM advisory task force to represent diversity and inclusion and improve student success and retention for underrepresented students