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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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Sean Tolman, Utah Valley University; Matthew J Jensen, Utah Valley University

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in 2011 in Mechanical Engineering, focused primarily on automotive cont ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Design Across the Curriculum: Improving Design Instruction in a Mechanical Engineering Program.IntroductionEngineering design is a critical learning outcome for a mechanical engineering curriculum.ABET requires that Mechanical Engineering programs demonstrate that graduating students have“an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs withconsideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social,environmental, and economic factors.”[1] Design has also been identified as a curricular

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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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or civil engineering departments. It usually covers analysis and control of free andforced vibrations that are often found in machines and buildings. To help students understandvibration phenomena in such complex dynamic systems, most vibration classes start with simple1DOF or 2DOF systems and associated analysis tools are developed as mathematicalmethodologies [1].Even though a simple mass-spring-damper system with 1DOF serves as a helpful starting pointfor students to learn about vibration phenomena, heavy use of mathematics sometimes makes itmore challenging for them to intuitively understand physical vibration motions. In addition,students have different experiences and backgrounds, so we cannot assume that all the studentscan easily

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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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practice. Leaders in industry and government began to recognize this in the 1980sand 1990s [1] [2], and major employers, spearheaded by Boeing, made concerted efforts duringthis time to pressure universities into better equipping engineering students with skills codifiedas most valuable for career-readiness [3].Tensions between industry needs and higher education came to a head in the mid-1990s when“American industry successfully lobbied the National Science Foundation to fund reform ofeducation” and influenced the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) tooverhaul the basis for accreditation in 1996 with Engineering Criteria 2000 (EC2000) [4].Although EC2000 has been mostly successful in improving engineering education, the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 9: Online Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tao Xing, University of Idaho; Steven W. Beyerlein, University of Idaho; John Crepeau, University of Idaho

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average in both overall pass rate and most topic areas.1. IntroductionAlmost all of the world's most pressing problems would benefit from Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)-based solutions [1]. Fourteen of the sixteen fastest-growing "industries of the future" are STEM industries, and all of the top twenty-five degrees bypay and demand are in STEM subjects. By 2025, 3.5 million STEM jobs will be open in theUnited States alone. To deliver efficient and effective STEM education to most students ischallenging due to the many dimensions involved in the teaching and learning processes. One ofthem is that GenZ students always have access to modern technology such as the internet,computers, and smartphones, which could have a strong

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 3: Student Success

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Amir Karimi, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Randall D. Manteufel P.E., The University of Texas at San Antonio

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policy” in fall 2022 semester, the level of student success, and lessons learned.IntroductionThe authors through their teaching experience in many years have noticed a gradual decline instudents’ deep grasp of course material. The easy access to solution manuals, on-line tutoringservices, spending little time in reading the textbook, not reviewing the textbook exampleproblems, being absent in lectures, not solving homework problems, and grade inflation have beenthe contributing factors to gradual decline in student learning. We have taken steps to address someof these challenges in the past and reported on our efforts in the proceeding of engineeringeducational conferences [1-8]. From 2010 through 2017, we observed that many students wereabsent

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 3: Student Success

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eleazar Marquez, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Samuel Garcia, Texas State University

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literature as ‘cultural shock,’ students have difficulties adjusting tovarious academic climates due to the lack of culturally relevant knowledge and skills [9]. In thisregard, Ollendick and King recorded a high prevalence of anxiety disorders among Americanyouth [13]. Blazer et al. and Robins et al. reported higher phobia and agoraphobia rates particularlyin African Americans [4], [16]. Barlow and Bell identified anxiety syndromes such as Pa-Leng,Koro, Nervous, and Taijin Kyofusho in assorted cultures [2], [3].Abdi et al. further revealed that GPA and standardized testing affect long-term anxiety and self-efficacy [1]. According to Chapell and Blanding, test anxiety effectuates when being preoccupiedby the possibility of negative score outcomes [5

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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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Abdelrahman Atef Youssef; Shadi Balawi, Texas A&M University; Matt Pharr, Texas A&M University

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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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CoursesIntroductionMany of the current best practices in education have parallels in lean manufacturing strategies.This suggests that lean practices can be used as a framework for the design and delivery ofengineering courses. The purpose of this paper is to provide ideas for implementing leanmethods in the educational process. The specific focus is on the lean concept of using smallbatch size to improve production and quality in engineering education.Small batch production provides several benefits in a manufacturing process. These includeshortening time to final product, enhanced quality, and increased product flexibility [1]. Thispaper examines how similar benefits can be obtained by applying small batch ideas to education.A central premise of this paper is

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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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research the topic further. Several simulation tools were available including commercialComputational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software and a suggested open-source alternative CFDcode. The particulars of the assignment such as the simulation software, object, fluid and itsvelocity, and level of grid refinement were left up to the student. The research portion wasexpressed as “do something else”, requiring student to modify either the object or conditions,draw conclusions, and discuss what they discovered. To facilitate the autonomous learning anddevelopment of simulation skills, the assignment was accompanied by (1) numerous simulationexamples and tutorials for the simulation software available, (2) numerous drag coefficientreferences, and (3) a

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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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design and analyze systems in the real world. IntroductionOne of the primary goals of engineering education is to prepare students for the currentengineering workforce. Today’s modern world is moving at breakneck speed, but progress andchange in engineering education is not matching that same pace. Engineers constantly faceworkplace challenges such as rapid advancements in technology and the demands of changingworkplaces [1]. This necessitates innovative pedagogical advances that encourages creativity,problem solving, and learning independence. Educators must customize their classes to assiststudents to excel in jobs available in today's market, but also jobs that might not yet exist. Thedesired end goal

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 9: Online Learning Environments

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chelsea Gordon, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Adrian Rodriguez, University of Texas at Austin; Alicia Clark, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Bryan Gambrel, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Linda Ratts, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Jennifer L. Welter, Wiley; Ryan Barlow, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Yamuna Rajasekhar, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Nikitha Sambamurthy, zyBooks, A Wiley Brand; Lauren Fogg, zyBooks, a Wiley Brand; Jamie Emily Loeber

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read and engage.IntroductionResearch over the last four decades shows that a majority of students ignore textbook readings[1]-[7]. For example, over 72,000 first-year students were surveyed between 2018-2022 andasked how much of their time is spent on assigned reading when preparing for class in a typical7-day week. 45-49% of students responded that they spent less than half of their time onassigned reading [3]. The research also indicates that lower rates of textbook reading correspondsto lower course grades [2], supporting the importance of reading for students' learning andachievement. Furthermore, students know that reading is important and that it impacts theirgrade [7]. Thus, strategies that motivate students to actively read textbooks

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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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Michael Dennis Mays Kutzer, United States Naval Academy; John S Donnal; Carl E. Wick Sr., United States Naval Academy

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://github.com/kutzer/ScorBotToolbox.1 IntroductionThe SCORBOT-ER 4u Educational Robot (Intelitek Inc, Derry, NH) is a five Degree-of-Freedom(DoF) articulated manipulator with an integrated 65 mm (2.6 in) stroke, electric gripper. TheSCORBOT-ER 4u manipulator is a lightweight, 10.8 kg (23.8 lbs) system with a maximum linearspeed of 700 mm/sec (27.6 in/sec). Though not a collaborative manipulator, this low-mass andlow-speed system leverages a belt-drive design to create a low-inertia platform that is safe foreducational use. Similar to its industrial counterparts, the SCORBOT-ER 4u system includes amanipulator, controller, teach pendant, and proprietary programming environment [1]. Figure 1summarizes the SCORBOT-ER 4u system.Figure 1: Summary of 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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Alex C. Szatmary, King's College, England

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four credits per semester; also, this amount of time enables ambitious projects thatindustry is willing to sponsor. We also assess each outcome in at least one other course, typicallyin a way that is analogous to a corresponding activity in capstone. Thus, our capstone sequenceand our assessment system are woven together. This paper describes our assessment tools,focusing on their use in capstone; many of the tools are used together to overcome the challengesnoted above.In describing a comprehensive assessment system for the current ABET student outcomes, thispaper is similar in approach to some previous ones. Battistini and Kitch [1] describe acomprehensive assessment system for a new civil engineering program that recently earnedABET

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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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Azar Panah, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus

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through innovative teaching methods. One such effort in fluid mechanics is a course onthe physics and art of flow visualization, developed by Dr. Jean Hertzberg at the University ofColorado, Boulder [1-3]. This technical elective, offered to engineering students and as studiocredit to fine arts students since 2003, has proven to be highly effective.Distinguished Professor Emeritus Gary Settles, from the Pennsylvania State University, is a self-taught painter whose works center on the subject of fluid dynamics. He encourages others toexplore the integration of fluid dynamics and art [4,5]. At the University of the Pacific, ProfessorSaid Shakerin has utilized water fountains with special effects as a medium to inspire hisstudents to incorporate

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 12: Prerequisite Skills and Knowledge

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexander John De Rosa, University of Delaware; Teri Kristine Reed, University of Oklahoma; Angela E. Arndt

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, the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) andthe American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) have discussed the need for engineersof the future to be “T-shaped” professionals who possess a deep subject knowledge and theability to apply that knowledge broadly [1-4] (the vertical of the T-shape refers to this depth ofknowledge and the horizontal refers to the ability to to transfer this knowledge to variousapplications).A problem exists, however, in that engineering students often face difficulties in transferringknowledge and developing the connections that exist between concepts and courses in theirprogram of study [5-7]. This deficiency is not often addressed by faculty teaching engineeringcourses, which are often taught in silos and

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 7: Student Evaluation and Grading

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Scott F. Kiefer, York College of Pennsylvania; Ashley J Earle, York College of Pennsylvania

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support structure inplace, and an incentive system with multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate minimumcompetency through exam retakes. It also includes modifications and additional learningopportunities for students to earn higher course grades. The paper compares the experiences ofthe students in this course to those of the original paper. It also includes student and instructorassessment along with suggestions for continued improvement.1. Introduction As a faculty member begins to approach a new course, they first determine the learningoutcomes the course needs to cover. Then, they build course activities, assignments, and examsaround these learning outcomes so that students can learn them and be assessed on theircompetence. Most

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 7: Student Evaluation and Grading

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samantha Splendido, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Andrea Gregg, Pennsylvania State University; Catherine G. P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University

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: How can and should holistic engineering studentsuccess be measured? Given that very little progress in diversifying engineering at either theundergraduate or graduate levels has been accomplished in the past decade despite attention andfunding [1], we suggest that if a new way to assess success of students were to be developed, wemay be able to measure and identify where students are not thriving, and to develop more effectiveand strategic interventions. This is particularly important as students and departments alikerecover from the pandemic, which has adversely affected student well-being [2,3], retention [4],and learning [5-7] at the undergraduate and graduate levels [8,9], especially for marginalizedgroups [10-12]. The goal of this

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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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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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Indranil Brahma, Bucknell University

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introductory Thermodynamics course. Both sections received identical instructionfor the traditional presentation, but only one section was taught the new derivation during one classlecture period; the derivation was then referred to multiple times during subsequent conceptualdiscussions. Conceptual understanding of both sections was then compared using a second-lawconcept inventory, and a few supplemental questions. The experiment was repeated for two yearsduring the fall semesters of 2017 and 2018. The results are inconclusive; however, several positiveaspects have been described to encourage other instructors to perform similar experiments.Introduction: A new method of deriving the Clausius Inequality ds>dQ/T has been recentlyproposed [1], that

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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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Arif Sirinterlikci Ph.D., CMfgE, Robert Morris University; Ronald Saus, Robert Morris University

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part of human history anddevelopment, including applications in science, life-style and culture, warfare, and construction[1]. Even though ancient Sumerian and Egyptian cultures are known to be the drivers of thehumanity’s development, recent discovery of Gӧbekli Tepe, an almost 12,000-year-old Neolithicmegalith site in Southeastern Turkey, has proven that human civilization is much older than oncethought [2]. Early Egyptian engineers lacked the wheel and the pulley, but had the inclinedplane, the lever, and the log roller in their tool set and were able to build a pyramid like Cheops,with a height of 146 m and a slope of 51֠ (almost a 48-story high building) employing 2.6 millionstone blocks weighing 2 to 60 tons [1].Besides building great

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MECH - Technical Session 6: Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Strategies

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rungun Nathan, Penn State University

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, Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies, and Systems Engineering Divisions. He is also one of the organizers for MEEd held annually by ASME. He volunteers as a Program Evaluator for ABET. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Augmenting Machine Design textbooks by Integrating vendor-supplied resources.AbstractA course in Design of Machine Elements (aka Machine Design in some programs) is a requiredpart of most Mechanical Engineering curricula in the world. Textbooks for this course areusually divided into two halves: 1) development of failure theories, and 2) design, analysis, andselection of individual machine components such as bearings, flexible power elements

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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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Zahra Pournorouz, Stevens Institute of Technology

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will provide a comprehensive understanding of both time-tested fundamentals, such as internal combustion engines and vehicle dynamics, alongside thelatest advancements in electric powertrains, autonomous driving systems, and AI applications inthe automotive domain [1-3].Second, to develop a deep understanding of the pivotal role of AI in modern automotiveengineering: AI is rapidly transforming every aspect of the automotive industry, from design andmanufacturing to performance optimization and autonomous driving. This course will emphasizethe practical applications of AI in various automotive sub-systems and equip students with theability to leverage its power for innovative solutions [4-6].Lastly, to foster a project-based learning

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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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Matthew Paul Yoder, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Ilie Talpasanu, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Radu Ceausu, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Yusuf Eid, Wentworth Institute of Technology; HAN THANH HUA, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Nathanael Hillyer, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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structure a better capstonedesign program for senior students and will impact the engineering education field.Literature Review and Background ResearchArthritis and similar conditions affect millions of people all over the world. In fact, 20% of theentire world population deals with arthritis in some capacity [1]. Many of these people, despitetheir disabilities, are still required to work physically demanding jobs. The hardship such peopleface cannot be imagined.Exoskeletons are a form of wearable robotics that enhance human physical abilities. They aredesigned to augment strength, provide stability and support, and aid in tasks that would bechallenging without them. These arms provide numerous benefits across industries such asmanufacturing

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MECH - Technical Session 15: Engineering Education Research and Reviews

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibrahim Nihad Awartani, University of Cincinnati; Iman Shayegani, University of Cincinnati; David Allen Evenhouse, University of Cincinnati; So Yoon Yoon, University of Cincinnati

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and diversity,equity, and inclusion (DEI). The authors described how these subcategories would need to becategorized properly in future revisions, but the idea is they heavily dictated a student’sconfidence and sense of belonging.Summarizing this listing, we concluded with a motivational category list of interventionsubcategories as follows: task-value interventions (e.g., utility-value, communal value), framinginterventions (e.g., self-efficacy, belonging), personal value interventions (e.g., valueaffirmations), mitigating stereotype threat, and changing attributions, as shown in Table 1.Donker et al (2014) conducted a meta-analysis on teaching strategies that help studentmetacognition and self-regulation to find which specific tactics

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maeve Bakic, Boise State University; Samantha Schauer, Boise State University; Krishna Pakala, Boise State University

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was the past-Chair for the ASEE PNW Section. His academic research interests include innovative teaching and learning strategies, use of emerging technologies, and mobile teaching and learning strategies. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Design Thinking Abilities in Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering StudentsINTRODUCTION The typical engineering classroom utilizes lecture based lessons to transfer technicalknowledge to students [1, 2]. A linear classroom approach such as this leads students down thesame repeated path each time they approach a problem. Inside of the classroom this makes for aneasy teaching plan and a step by step problem solving guide for students to follow [3

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jiliang Li, D.Eng., Ph.D., P.E., California Baptist University; Jinyuan Zhai, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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where she pursued MS studies on Reliability Design of Box Girders of Cranes Based on Probability Theory. Dr. Zhai has teaching and research interests in solid mechanics and their applications to different engineering fields and in particular mechanical and civil/structural engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Connection of the Teaching, Learning and Instructions of Material Science and Engineering Courses with Different Courses on Engineering Subjects JILIANG LI1 and JINYUAN ZHAI2 1 Department of Civil Engineering and Construction Management, California Baptist University (CBU), Riverside, California

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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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intosustainability initiatives. It provides an opportunity for reflection on the journey of a newlydeveloped program. We aim to inspire others to work together and encourage students tomotivate others to join similar collaborations and empower students to lead sustainableinnovations in their communities and beyond.IntroductionIn the face of escalating environmental concerns and the urgent need for sustainable solutions,the role of higher education institutions in fostering innovation and preparing future engineers ismore critical than ever. The integration of sustainability into higher education, particularlythrough collaborations with sustainability centers, has been a topic of interest in recent literature[1-4]. Studies highlight the transformative

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Anstaett Metzler P.E., The Ohio State University; Annie Abell, The Ohio State University

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and can be completedutilizing any of many tools and approaches. There are reports in the literature from similarrecent efforts, each of which utilized specific methods and tools that were appropriate for theirgoals and objectives [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6].In this Work in Progress report, we describe the approach currently being utilized at Ohio State,and report on the progress to date and future plans. The approach used in this report began withan initial faculty workshop that was used to generate discussion and solicit input to betterunderstand the perceived strengths and weaknesses of the current curriculum, as well asassessing the perceived needs of the faculty regarding curriculum redesign.Following that initial workshop, a committee of

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Prashanta Dutta, Washington State University; Soobin Seo, Washington State University; Tahira M Probst, Washington State University; Joseph M Hewa, Washington State University

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in soft skills such as interdisciplinary understanding,communication, and collaboration skills throughout participating in the interdisciplinary NRTprogram.1. IntroductionIn the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and innovation, the conventional boundaries thatonce confined individual fields of study are becoming increasingly blurred. Moreover, acceleratedby the COVID-19 pandemic, the world of work is undergoing momentous change. Nearly half ofall occupations (including those in production, transportation, extraction, agriculture, andmaintenance/repair) are at risk of being automated within the next two decades [1]. At the sametime, labor shortages within the U.S. have plagued post-pandemic recovery efforts and areparticularly dire for

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MECH - Technical Session 9: Advanced Mechanical Engineering Topics

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel Mok, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cong Li, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Benita Comeau, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Emily Welsh, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Nicholas Xuanlai Fang, University of Hong Kong; John Liu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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simulation formatover the paper format for learning about AFM image artifacts, with students valuing the simula-tion’s interactive nature.Keywords: atomic force microscopy, image artifacts, educational simulation1 IntroductionNanoengineering brings together principles from physics, chemistry, biology, and engineer-ing to design and manipulate structures and devices with dimensions on the nanometer scale.As nanotechnology progresses, there is an increasing necessity to educate a workforce capableof effectively utilizing these advancing technologies, with the introduction to nanoengineer-ing ideally starting as early as middle school [1–3]. Nevertheless, there are numerous educa-tional challenges, notably the stark contrast between our intuitive