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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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: What Engineering Students Can Learn from Them?AbstractAncient engineers were envisioning all sorts of machines including mechanically programmedones and building them. This study presents recent efforts of the author and his fellow faculty inemploying ancient machines in the engineering and other curricula. A variety of means wereemployed including an honors thesis, an extra credit project in an engineering course as well asan internal project that replaced the internship requirement for a Robert Morris University(RMU) student: i) A double-degree mechanical and manufacturing engineering student studiedthe innerworkings of the Antikythera mechanism to replicate its operation in a powered LEGOsystem for her

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MECH - Technical Session 11: Integration of Problem-Solving and Design Thinking

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Danahe Marmolejo, Saint Louis University; Chris Carroll P.E., Saint Louis University; Scott A. Sell, Saint Louis University

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courses. Carroll et al. [6]highlight the integration of the ESEMA in a first-year civil engineering curriculum. The studyunderscores how the ESEMA survey reveals significant enhancements in entrepreneurial attitudesamong students, particularly in ideation and help-seeking behaviors. Jackson et al. [7] examinedEM development in engineering students over four semesters using ESEMA. Significant growthin Empathy, Help Seeking, Interest, and Open Mindedness was observed. These findings highlightthe importance of curricular interventions for EM enhancement, urging further research for acomprehensive understanding of EM development in engineering programs.Administered both before and after project implementation, the ESEMA survey consists of 34items

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 15: Automation and Machine Learning

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rui Li, New York University; Victoria Bill, New York University ; Jack Bringardner, New York University

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Paper ID #39081Scaffolding Training on Digital Manufacturing: Prepare for the Workforce4.0Dr. Rui Li, New York University Dr. Rui Li earned his Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 2009 from Imperial College of London and his Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering in 2020 from the University of Georgia, College of Engineering. He is currently an industrial assistant professor, who works in General Engineering program at New York University. He taught first-year engineering course as well as vertically integrated project. He has strong interests in educational robotics, project-based learning and first-year STEM

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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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properties of synthetic oils. This was the first demonstration 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 thermofluidic, 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 leadership 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.” ©American Society for Engineering

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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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Hayden J Wulf, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Grace Panther, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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purpose of keeping a record of course activities and providing resources to support studentlearning [7]. Past research has shown that syllabi, when properly analyzed, can be used to drawconclusions about the contents of a course and an instructor’s teaching methods [8]. The methodof analysis used in this project implements a Course Change Typology that has been developedas a part of a larger study and re-evaluated using feedback from two previous conferenceworkshops [9], [10]. In one study, the Course Change Typology was previously used to drawconclusions about ABET learning outcomes in engineering courses through course syllabi [11].The purpose of the current study was to use syllabi to track changes in engineering coursesacross five semesters

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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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departments as a proxy formeasuring the success of students and programs alike. However, these numbers are limited: Forexample, if a student graduates with a 4.0 GPA but has low conceptual understanding, should thatbe considered success on the part of the student, the department/university, or neither? If a studentgraduates on time but is not psychologically well because of a hostile environment, should that becounted as success on the part of the student, of the department/university, or of neither? We wouldposit in both these situations, certain entities can measure victory while the holistic story is morenuanced, with the student underserved in many perspectives. Therefore, the overarching researchquestion that will be launched by this project is

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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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the design process on at least process were taught in this one you had seen in at least the design process in a new one assignment or project for class one other class you took at way you had not seen before. this course. XXXX. % % % % % Neither % % Neither

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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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education to Engineering students. To address that, we designedan educational research project that delves into the effectiveness of an interdisciplinary NationalScience Foundation (NSF) Research Trainee (NRT) program for engineering students studyingrobotics and autonomous systems. This newly funded NRT program aims to train next-generationscientists and engineers with professional skills through interdisciplinary courses such asleadership, business, and psychology in addition to cutting-edge technical knowledge in the field.We are using retrospective surveys and content analysis to identify student experience withinterdisciplinary training and education programs. Both quantitative and qualitative analysisevidenced an increased level of confidence

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ME Division 15: Grading Practices and Student Performance

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hua Li, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Kai Jin, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; Michael Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; Mahesh Hosur, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; Afzel Noore, Texas A&M University - Kingsville

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Paper ID #48212Analysis of Impacts on Peer Mentors in an Undergraduate Peer Mentoringand Tutoring ProgramDr. Hua Li, Texas A&M University - Kingsville Dr. Hua Li, a Professor in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, is interested in sustainable manufacturing, renewable energy, sustainability assessment, and engineering education. Dr. Li has served as P.I. and Co-P.I. in various projects funded by different federal agencies.Prof. Kai Jin, Texas A&M University - Kingsville Dr. Kai Jin is a Professor of Industrial Engineering and Co-PI of the MERIT project. Her research interests

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tara Esfahani; David A. Copp, University of California, Irvine

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-efficacy. The survey was administered at the conclusion of two separate offerings of the samecourse in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California Irvine (UCI):one in a fully remote format (Winter 2021) and the other in a hybrid format that transitioned fromfully remote to in person in the middle of the term (Winter 2022). This required upper divisioncourse for mechanical and aerospace engineering majors involves lectures, laboratoryexperiments, and a final team project. We employ non-parametric methods for hypothesis testingto compare survey responses from students in the two different course offerings, and we computerank correlation statistics of students’ responses and institutional data to determine

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guenter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Benjamin Blank; Annette Casey, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Bernhard Fuchs, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Luka Grbeš, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences; Elia Osti

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Engineering at Joanneum University of Applied Sciences, where she has been teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses at undergraduate and graduate level for over 25 years. She is directly involved in the Master’s level Engineering Projects and contributed actively to the STEM outreach project described in this paper.Bernhard Fuchs, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Bernhard Fuchs holds a master degree in automation technology and is currently a lecturer in mechanical design at the FH Joanneum.Luka Grbeˇs, Joanneum University of Applied Sciences Luka Grbeˇs obtained his B.Sc degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences in Zagreb. Currently, he is completing a M.Sc. in Automotive

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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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Nathan Delson, University of California at San Diego; James Lynch, University of California at San Diego

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; Vigeant et al.]. These courses value curiosity as one of thecomponents of an entrepreneurial mindset, but the primary emphasis is not on increasingcuriosity are it relates to engineering. The KEEN-affiliated programs typically teach in thecontext of working on real-world design projects, which is resources intensive and often limitedto 1 or 2 such course in an undergraduate engineering curriculum.In this paper, the authors aim to develop methods for teaching curiosity in more traditional labsetting, where all students can work on the same prescribed assignments. These curiositybuilding activities are implemented before student tackle their 15 week real-world capstonedesign project. Accordingly, the ultimate objectives of the KEEN affiliated

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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

Authors

Sean Lyle Gestson, University of Portland; Matthew Stephen Barner, University of Portland; Rhianna Fitzgerald; Jordan Farina, University of Portland

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gap is not novel to engineering educationresearch and is often overcome with on-the-job training that help prepare recent graduates fortheir transition into the workplace. While most would agree that complete preparation for allengineering careers is not the intent of a student’s engineering education, it would be fair to saythat addressing this gap holds value for the major stakeholders. We define the major stakeholdersas the student, faculty, and engineering practitioners (or firm/agencies) that will employ thestudent.Students value opportunities to “practice the engineering profession” and have exposure toengineering processes through authentic projects [5]. In a recent study, students completed anengineering course on changeable and

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yucheng Liu, South Dakota State University

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research interests and ac- tivities center on gaining a better understanding of the process-structure-property-performance relations of structural materials through advanced multiscale theoretical framework and integrated computational and experimental methods. To date, Dr. Liu has published nearly 250 peer reviewed publications, includ- ing more than 130 peer reviewed journal articles, and received 2 patents. He has been the PI and co-PI for over 40 research projects funded by NSF, DOD, DOE, NASA, FAA, Louisiana Board of Regents, and industry with a total amount over $15.5M. Dr. Liu has served on review panels for many NSF, DOD, NASA, and DOE programs. Dr. Liu received the Junior Faculty Researcher of the Year of the

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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

Authors

Azar Panah, Pennsylvania State University, Berks Campus

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flow visualization to undergraduate students. This course aims tobridge the gap between two distinct areas of knowledge: the art and science of fluid mechanics.Designed for students with minimal to no background in photography or physics, this non-mathematical course provides an opportunity for students to explore a variety of aesthetic issuesthrough practical and creative assignments. The course consists of lectures on photography skills,fluid physics, visualization techniques, critique sessions, and a guest lecture. Assignments consistof images paired with written technical reports, and critique sessions. The primary objective ofthe course is "integrative thinking". Other course objectives evaluated through students’assignments and projects

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yunfeng Wang, The College of New Jersey; Karen Chang Yan, The College of New Jersey; Manish Paliwal, The College of New Jersey

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, including structural, thermal, fluid, failure, andoptimization. Since ANSYS Workbench is incorporated in the class, the seniors have utilizedANSYS Workbench to perform various engineering analyses and simulations in all of theirsenior design projects. Recognizing the growing importance of impact analysis in industry andthe specific needs of the students involved in projects like SAE Baja and Autonomous Vehicles,the authors have developed and integrated an impact analysis module into the FEM course.Educational studies have been conducted on undergraduate FEA courses [4, 5, 6]. However,research specifically addressing the teaching and learning of impact analysis within these coursesis lacking.FEA-based impact analysis has a wide range of applications

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Seyed Hamid Reza Sanei, Pennsylvania State University, Behrend College

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introduces the development and implementation of a Lecture-Free LearningFramework rooted in the principles of experiential learning. Departing from traditional lecture-based instruction, this innovative pedagogical approach engages students directly in interactiveproblem-solving activities without prior lectures or examples. Encapsulated by the ethos, "Don'texplain the game to me; let's just play it," the framework immerses students in the learning processfrom the outset, fostering deeper understanding and retention.The Lecture-Free Learning Framework draws inspiration from and extends various student-centered teaching methodologies such as project-based learning, flipped classroom models, andpeer learning. By eliminating pre-lecture content

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bryan MacGavin, Saint Louis University; Jennifer Lynne Tennison, Saint Louis University; Jenna L. Gorlewicz, Saint Louis University; Sridhar S. Condoor, Saint Louis University

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navigation-based class project focused on principles of haptics and promotinginclusive design thinking. With that in mind, a number of design requirements had to be met forthe device. First, the design needed an easily changed component system for rapid adjustments,providing each student team with the ability to modify the HapConnect in their own fashion.With the condensed timeframe for the learning module, simple motor changes were desiredinstead of in-depth code adjustments to reflect physical changes to the device. The deviceadditionally needed to take up minimal arm space, conform tightly to the skin, and adjust forvariability in arm size in order to allow for direct skin contact of the vibration motors. Finally,remote communication between the

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jingru Benner, Western New England University; Michael J Rust, Western New England University; Raymond J. Ostendorf, Western New England University

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Paper ID #48465BOARD # 180: Implementing Mini Modules in Core Mechanical EngineeringCourses to Enhance Student EngagementProf. Jingru Benner, Western New England University Dr. Jingru Benner is currently an Associate Professor at Western New England University (WNE). Before joining WNE she worked at Corning Inc as a research scientist. In addition she has been a consultant for various industries. Dr. Benner received her Ph.D. degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Rutgers University. She has been working on various projects in the thermal-fluid field. Dr. Benner has more than 15 years’ experience in electronic

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 1: Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacob Moore, Pennsylvania State University, Mont Alto

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dynamics. By including a diverse set of students as the problem solvers in the videosused in class, the author would not only get some help expanding the tool, but also do so in away that expanded the diversity of possible role models that the students were exposed to as partof their class experience. The rest of the paper explores the theoretical foundation of the project,the methodology used, some preliminary assessment results, and the future avenues of researchfor the project.Background and Literature Review:Open Educational Resources and the Mechanics Map Project:The line of research discussed in this paper was born out of a necessary expansion of theMechanics Map Project [1], an online resource for engineering statics and dynamics. With

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MECH - Technical Session 11: Integration of Problem-Solving and Design Thinking

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick M Comiskey, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Prabhakar Venkateswaran, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Michael Christopher Sevier, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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active session of MATLAB was projected to the front of the classduring each lecture. This projection of MATLAB was used to actively teach students the coursematerial in real time. After specific content was discussed, a “lecture coursework” topic wasunlocked on the LMS, and in-class time was allocated so students could work through severalMATLAB Grader problems. Students were allowed to submit their MATLAB Grader problemsan infinite number of times and they were due at the start of the next class period. This affordedstudents the ability to engage in the course material immediately after it was presented to themand ask questions as they arose while still providing adequate time to complete should thestudent need it. In this manner, there were a

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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. Before working at CBU, Dr. Li has been an assistant professor of civil engineering at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) two campuses since 2014. While at PNW, he had experience of teaching Surveying and GIS, engineering geology, soil mechanics I and II, intermediate soil mechanics, foundation engineering, rock mechanics, soil engineering, surface water hydrology, engineering hydrology and hydraulics, environmental engineering, fluid mechanics, statics, materials science, structure and properties of materials, etc. Before coming back to teach at Purdue University, he had industrial experience in several States with projects consulting experience ranging from small residential, commercial and subdivision projects

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Austin Talley, Texas State University; Logan Mallow, Texas State University

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be made with the machines, and students' feedback on the making experience.1.2 IntroductionPlastics are one of the most highly talked about materials in the conversation of recycling andwaste management. However, plastic can be one of the most difficult post-consumer wastes torecycle. This research focuses on how vacuum forming can aid in allowing simple fabricationwith recycled materials.1.3 Early Exposure to Engineering in EducationIntroduction to the world of STEM and engineering at an early age can play a key role indeveloping a passion for math and sciences in the hearts of younger students. Early exposure tothe world of engineering through middle school and high school workshops, projects, andprograms can help to make the amazing

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammed A. Alrizqi, Cornell University; Allison Godwin, Cornell University; Junhyuk Kang, Cornell University; Beatriz Asfora, Cornell University

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experiencesthat span multiple disciplines and provide repeated exposure to real-world systems.Existing Approaches to Hands-On Mechanical EngineeringOne approach has been to emphasize project-based learning (PBL), by replacing existinglaboratory experiments or supplementing courses that previously lacked a lab component. PBL isa dynamic, student-centered approach to education that emphasizes students' independence,critical thinking, goal-setting, teamwork, communication, and reflection in practical settings[10].For example, one university [11] restructured its entire ME curriculum to include a new entry-level course centered around hands-on work with machines and electronics. In this course,students build and test a system throughout the semester

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MECH - Technical Session 8: Sustainability and Interdisciplinary Learning

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John T Solomon, Tuskegee University; Hang Song, Auburn University; Lauren E. Beckingham, Auburn University; Karen McNeal, Auburn University; Kelly Lazar, Clemson University

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research opportunities. Her education includes a B.S. in Geology from North Carolina State University, a M.S. in Geological Sciences from East Carolina University, and a Ph.D. in Geological Sciences from The Ohio State University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Imparting High-Level Environmental Behavior Through Tailored Interventions ABSTRACT This work-in-progress paper presents data from ongoing research that studies engineeringstudents' environmental awareness and pro-environmental behavior at different levels in aprominent HBCU. Through extensive surveys developed as part of this project, students'environmental

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yingxiao Song, Muskingum University

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timemanagement support can aid in project management. This study presents acomparison between two approaches to a horse clamp design project. Oneproposal follows the traditional design process, including defining requirements,conducting research and literature reviews, generating concepts, selectingsolutions, developing designs, prototyping, and testing. The other proposalincorporates the use of ChatGPT at various stages of the design process. Differentprompts will be applied at each step, and their impact on the process will berecorded and compared. The full paper will provide a detailed comparison of thetwo approaches, evaluating the feasibility and effectiveness of incorporatingChatGPT into mechanical design education.IntroductionMechanical design is

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Technical Session 4: Professional Preparation

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Greg Kremer, Ohio University; Timothy Cyders; Cody Petitt; Kouree Chesser, Ohio University

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intention is totransform the identity and mindset of the learners in our engineering programs from ‘student’ toengineer in training, or engineering apprentice.A key feature of pro-ops is that students take on professional roles in experiences intentionallydesigned to resemble a professional experience in all aspects, to differentiate them from justanother class project. We use immersion as a measure of the level of industry-like context, with ahigh level of immersion being required to qualify as a pro-op. The overarching goal of Pro-opeducation is to create a healthy professional culture (Pro-culture) within our engineeringprogram, where students engage in repeated professional experiences and tell stories about themthrough the reflective lens of

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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is still to be done on this project. The committee is currently gathering additionalfeedback and input from a variety of program stakeholders and has begun the process ofwidening involvement and engagement within the department faculty. Part of this processincludes completing additional training in the Backward Design process for the departmentfaculty, which is targeted for completion prior to the beginning of the autumn semester of 2024.Following the training process, the committee plans to work in collaboration with the programinterest groups and individual faculty to utilize the developed program goals, student learningobjectives, and student proficiencies to develop the specific courses that will make up the

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MECH - Technical Session 14: Advanced Pedagogical Techniques

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anahita Ayasoufi, Auburn University; Golbou Makki; Amanda Sterling, Auburn University; Kyle D Schulze, Auburn University; ASHU SHARMA, Auburn University; Jeffrey C. Suhling, Auburn University; Daniel Kevin Harris

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acquire knowledge needed to keep up with the trends. Second: Even in the short term, a successful engineer must study the best practices of their field and take charge of their professional development to keep contributing meaningfully to their field. Third: Most engineering projects are multidisciplinary. An effective engineer must be adaptable and, as the need arises, must be able to learn the basics of other disciplines for broadening their view and for communicating with a multidisciplinary team. Fourth: Engineers increasingly need to solve problems of a global nature. This cannot be done without collaborating with people of vastly different backgrounds, and navigating diverse cultures needs impeccable learning skills. For

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nosakhare Iyobosa Idiaghe; Jessica R. Deters, University of Nebraska Lincoln

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been pivotal in the development of structural programs to promote research inpredominantly undergraduate institutions [2]. This has led to an increase in undergraduateresearch programs at different universities over the last 35 years.Several models for undergraduate research programs exist, in addition to REUs. These modelsinclude capstone experiences, senior theses, internships and co-ops, course-based undergraduateresearch experiences (CURES), wrap-around experiences, bridge programs, consortium/project-based programs, community-based research programs [1], [3]. However, most of these programsare relatively short-term (i.e., limited to one to two semesters) and thus constrain how deeplystudents can delve into their research.Earlier studies