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Student Learning and Assessment

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andre Butler, Mercer University; William Moses, Mercer University

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Mechanical Engineering

Method of Assessment to Examine Experimental Design in Mechanical Engineering LaboratoriesStudents in the mechanical specialization at Mercer University are currently required to take twogeneral mechanical engineering laboratory courses—one in the third year of the curriculum andthe other in the fourth year. The first of these courses begins with seven or eight single periodlaboratories in which the students are directed to complete a well-defined set of procedures andperform simple analyses. In an effort to more formally introduce experimental design into thelaboratory experience, this course ends with a three project sequence in which students areprovided with an experimental objective (e.g., determine the coefficient of

Conference Session

Educational Research

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University; Christine Kelly, Oregon State University; Philip Harding, Oregon State University; Edith Gummer, Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory

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Educational Research and Methods

is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at Oregon State University. She currently has research activity in biological production and use of ligninolytic enzymes in biomass deconstruction for bioproducts and biofuels manufacture. She also has interests in developing tools to promote the use of higher cognitive skills in engineering coursework. Dr. Kelly recently earned OSU's Austin-Paul Engineering FacultyAward for mentoring students.Philip Harding, Oregon State University Philip Harding holds the Linus Pauling Chair in the School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering and is responsible for the development of the 3-term senior laboratory sequence for these

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International Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Akbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University; Aliza Williams, Elizabeth City State University; Kerry Krauss, Elizabeth City State University; Amir Rezaei, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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International

AC 2009-1410: A REMOTE- ACCESS ROBOTICS AND PLC LABORATORY FORDISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMAkbar Eslami, Elizabeth City State University Dr. Akbar Eslami is a professor and Engineering Technology coordinator in the Department of Technology at Elizabeth City State University. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University. His research interests are in computer aided manufacturing, remote control, and automation.Aliza Williams, Elizabeth City State University Mrs. Aliza Williams is a senior student in the Department of Technology at Elizabeth City State University and 2008 McNair and VA-NC LSAMP-NSF Scholar. Her research interests are in networking, and

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Laboratory Development and Technology in the Civil Engineering Classroom

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Burian, University of Utah; Alfred Kalyanapu, University of Utah; Dasch Houdeshel, University of Utah; David Judi, University of Utah; Christine Pomeroy, University of Utah

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Civil Engineering

AC 2009-1446: A WEB-BASED VIRTUAL LABORATORY FOR WATERRESOURCES ENGINEERING EDUCATIONSteven Burian, University of UtahAlfred Kalyanapu, University of UtahDasch Houdeshel, University of UtahDavid Judi, University of UtahChristine Pomeroy, University of Utah Page 14.146.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Web-Based Virtual Laboratory for Water Resources Engineering EducationAbstractThis paper describes a virtual laboratory website used in water resources engineering courses atthe University of Utah. The prototype virtual lab provides access via the Internet to digital video,visualization, an interactive calculator, and a

Conference Session

Project-Based Learning in ECE Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ed Doering, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Sam Shearman, National Instruments

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2009-1230: COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS LABORATORY PROJECTSFEATURING INTERACTIVE SIMULATION AND VISUALIZATIONEd Doering, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Edward Doering received his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from Iowa State University in 1992, and has been a member the ECE faculty at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology since 1994. He teaches courses in digital systems, circuits, image processing, and electronic music synthesis, and his research interests include technology-enabled education, image processing, and FPGA-based signal processing.Sam Shearman, National Instruments Sam Shearman is a Senior Product Manager for Signal Processing and Communications at National Instruments

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Hanson, California Polytechnic State University

AC 2009-2324: VIDEO TECHNOLOGY FOR INTERUNIVERSITYCOLLABORATION IN A GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING LABORATORYJames Hanson, California Polytechnic State University Page 14.1347.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Video Technology for Inter-University Collaboration in a Geotechnical Engineering LaboratoryAbstractAdvanced video technology was used to incorporate multi-component (inter-university anduniversity-industry) collaborations in geotechnical engineering laboratory courses. The projectwas conducted between California Polytechnic State University (California), Auburn University(Alabama), and Nippon Koei Co., Ltd. (Japan). Synchronous

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1996 Annual Conference

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Daryl R. Kipke

Session 2309 Computer Applications in Bioengineering: An Active-Learning Laboratory Course for Undergraduates Daryl R. Kipke Arizona State UniversityIntroduction Bioengineering is a diverse field that bridges several traditional engineering disciplines to medicine andbiology. In competing for bioengineering-related jobs with peers from traditional engineering disciplines, theB.S.-level bioengineer should have particular knowledge and experience about making measurements from oranalyzing

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1996 Annual Conference

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Dr. Dennis Mikkelson

Session 1626 Computer Graphics and Image Processing Laboratory for Undergraduate Instruction. Dr. Dennis Mikkelson University of Wisconsin-Stout The ILI funded laboratory and curriculum development project described in this paperprovided UNIX workstations for undergraduate courses in computer graphics and image processingat the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Prior to this project, the computer graphics course wastaught on 80286 class personal computers using an implementation of the Graphical Kernel System

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1996 Annual Conference

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Timothy L. Skvarenina

Session 2333 Development of a Laboratory Experiment to Demonstrate Power Quality Issues Timothy L. Skvarenina Purdue University ABSTRACT Less than 15 years ago, harmonics were not even mentioned in an articlel listing all of the problems withelectrical power that could cause malfl.mctions or damage to electronic equipment. However, the widespreadapplication of electronic devices in business and industry is causing new problems

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1996 Annual Conference

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Scott R. Short

Session 2526 Development of an Undergraduate Materials Laboratory in a Mechanical Engineering Department Scott R. Short Northern Illinois UniversityAbstract In the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Northern Illinois University (NIU), in DeKalb, IL,undergraduate mechanical engineering students are required to take two courses focusing specifically onmaterials: MEE 330- Materials Science and MEE 331 - Manufacturing Processes. Previously, these coursesconsisted only of lectures. However, with the

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1996 Annual Conference

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T. R. Chandrupatla; Ralph A. Dusseau; John L. Schmalzel; C. Stewart Slater

1 - Session 2213 Development of Multifunctional Laboratories in a New Engineering School C. Stewart Slater, T. R. Chandrupatla, Ralph A. Dusseau and John L. Schmalzel School of Engineering Rowan College Glassboro, NJ 08028Abstract Laboratories have been designed for

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1996 Annual Conference

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R.J. Kennerknecht; R.H. Cockrum; G.K. Herder; E.T. Ibrahim

Session 2647 An Innovative Instrumentation and Controls Laboratory for Engineering Technology R.H. Cockrum, R.J. Kennerknecht, E.T. Ibrahim, and G.K. Herder California State Polytechnic University 3801 W. Temple Avenue, Pomona, California 91768 ABSTRACTThe Instrumentation and Controls Laboratory at Cal Poly Pomona combines computers,virtual-reality simulators, and advanced software with industrial hardware into an integratedmulti- disciplinary environment. This environment allows tailoring the laboratoryexperience to the

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1996 Annual Conference

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Said Ahmed-Zaid; James J. Carroll

Session 1626 An Integrated Modular Senior Design Laboratory for Electrical Engineers James J. Carroll and Said Ahmed-Zaid Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Clarkson University Potsdam, NY 13699-5720 Tel: (315) 268-7726 // Fax: (315) 268-7600 Email: jcarroll@sun.soe. clarlmon,edu ABSTRACT

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1996 Annual Conference

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James Smith; David Elizandro

Session 3520 Laboratory Experience to Support Experimental Design by Engineering Students David Elizandro James Smith Tennessee Technological UniversityAbstractThe Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, ABET, requires that all undergraduate engineeringcurricula include the application of statistics to engineering problems. Faculty in the Department of Industrialand Manufacturing Engineering at Tennessee Technological University are developing a

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1996 Annual Conference

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Maurice Bluestein

Session 2248 Teaching Measurement Uncertainty in a Mechanical Engineering Technology Laboratory Maurice Bluestein Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis Abstract In preparing students for careers in mechanical engineering technology, we have recognized thatmany of our graduates are hired into industrial positions involving performance and test. These positionsinvolve setting up experiments and making mechanical measurements. Modem methods of data

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1996 Annual Conference

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L. F. Borjón; L. M. Martínez; K. A. Córdova; J. L. Hernández; A. Lozano

Session 2659 Using Programmable Logic Controllers for an interdisciplinary oriented Instrumentation Laboratory L. F. Borjón, L. M. Martínez, K. A. Córdova, J. L. Hernández and A. Lozano Division of Science and Engineering. Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico city Abstract --- This project describes the efforts towards developing an interdisciplinary laboratory toreinforce hands-on experience of engineering students. The laboratory is based on the Allen-Bradley's®(AB) SLC-500 family; combining them with resources that are typically found at an

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1996 Annual Conference

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William Davis; Joseph A. Heim

Session 1620 Using The Internet to Leverage Undergraduate CIM Laboratory Resources William Davis and Joseph Heim, Industrial Engineering, University of WashingtonIntroduction Computer Integrated Manufacturing Systems (CIMS) combine complex automated production controloperations with human supervision and direction. Operators and managers of complex systems can use tools thatenable them to recognize trends in operational characteristics of manufacturing systems for which they areresponsible1. Developing

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1996 Annual Conference

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Jennifer T. Ross

Session 1232 A VLSI Design Laboratory Implemented in a Simulated Corporate Environment Jennifer T. Ross University of the Pacific, Stockton CA 95211 Abstract This paper presents an innovative teaching method applied to a Junior/Senior level integrated circuitdesign course. The premise of this methodology is to help students prepare for the environment they willencounter in the workplace as well as teach the course material. Frequently the traditional laboratory forundergraduates consists of

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1996 Annual Conference

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Joe King

Session 0475 Winning an NSF/ILI Laboratory Grant - An NSF Reviewer Gives Advice Joe King University of the Pacific Stockton, CaliforniaAbstract Each year the National Science Foundation (NSF) receives nearly two thousand proposals vying forone of its Instrumentation and Laboratory Improvement (ILI) grants. Roughly 500 of these proposals seeksupport for engineering laboratories. Each year the NSF gathers together several hundred professionals, mostof whom are educators, who review the

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1996 Annual Conference

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Joe King

Session 0475 Winning an NSF/ILI Laboratory Grant - An NSF Reviewer Gives Advice Joe King University of the Pacific Stockton, CaliforniaAbstract Each year the National Science Foundation (NSF) receives nearly two thousand proposals vying forone of its Instrumentation and Laboratory Improvement (ILI) grants. Roughly 500 of these proposals seeksupport for engineering laboratories. Each year the NSF gathers together several hundred professionals, mostof whom are educators, who review the

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1997 Annual Conference

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Nikhil K. Kundu

Session 1426 Automated Vehicle Cleansing System A Laboratory Project in Fluid Power Nikhil K. Kundu Purdue UniversityAbstractFluid power plays a major role in the automation industry. Along with programmable logic controllers it belongs tothe forefront of today’s technology. The purpose of this project is to introduce the importance of this industry in thecollege level and train students of mechanical engineering for the challenge they are going to face in

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1997 Annual Conference

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Christopher G. Braun

Session 3532 Being Efficient in Lab: Multi-media Tutorials for Laboratory Projects Christopher G. Braun Colorado School of MinesIntroductionOne of the most time consuming teaching tasks is running a mainstream laboratory with alimited number of hardware setups. These setups can be complex and requireconsiderable effort from both faculty and students to master. With limited setups,students attempt laboratory modules long after receiving training on the equipment. As aresult, they are sometimes unable to complete the lab, even with detailed instructions, andfaculty

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1997 Annual Conference

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Brian Armstrong

3226 A Controls Laboratory Program with an Accent on System Identification Brian Armstrong Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, P.O. 784, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201, U.S.A. bsra@ee.uwm.edu Abstract A sequence of laboratories is presented which have been designed to maximize studentinvolvement in the design as well as execution of the laboratory exercises. The student worksquite

Conference Session

Outstanding Contributions to Mechanical Engineering Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Wagner, Clemson University; Katie Knaub, National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2009-439: TIME-KEEPING EXPERIMENTS FOR A MECHANICALENGINEERING EDUCATION LABORATORY SEQUENCEJohn Wagner, Clemson UniversityKatie Knaub, National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors Page 14.1271.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Time Keeping Experiments for a Mechanical Engineering Education Laboratory SequenceAbstractThe evolution of science and technology throughout history parallels the development of timekeeping devices which assist mankind in measuring and coordinating their daily schedules. Theearliest clocks used the natural behavior of the sun, sand, and water to approximate fixed timeintervals. In the

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Krupczak, Hope College; Kate Disney, Mission College; Scott VanderStoep, Hope College

AC 2009-603: LABORATORY PROJECTS APPROPRIATE FOR NONENGINEERSAND INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERINGJohn Krupczak, Hope College Professor of EngineeringKate Disney, Mission College Engineering InstructorScott VanderStoep, Hope College Professor of Psychology Page 14.832.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2009 Laboratory Projects Appropriate for Non-Engineers and Introduction to EngineeringAbstractA group from engineering programs at both four and two year colleges has developed laboratorymodules with an emphasis on activities and perspectives shown to be successful in technologicalliteracy courses for non

Conference Session

Critical issues in IT and IET: Focus Group

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vladimir Genis, Drexel University; Michael Mauk, Drexel University

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Engineering Technology

AC 2009-77: A LABORATORY- AND PROJECT-BASED COURSE IN LEAN SIXSIGMA NANOMANUFACTURINGVladimir Genis, Drexel University Dr. Vladimir Genis is an Associate Professor and Applied Engineering Technology Program Director in Goodwin College, Drexel University received Ph. D. in Physics and Mathematics. Dr. Genis taught and developed graduate and undergraduate courses in physics, electronics, biomedical engineering, and acoustics. His research interests include ultrasound wave propagation and scattering, ultrasound imaging, electronic instrumentation, piezoelectric transducers, and engineering education. Results of his research work were published in scientific journals and presented at the

Conference Session

Project-Based Learning in ECE Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stuart Wentworth, Auburn University

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Electrical and Computer

Level Electrical Engineering Core LaboratoryBackgroundThe junior level core laboratories at our university are not tied to specific technical areas orclasses. Instead, the junior labs are designed to be multi-disciplinary, integrating conceptsthroughout electrical engineering. Such an approach has a number of advantages1-4, one beingthat students can more readily appreciate the interrelation between electrical engineering subdisciplines. In addition to the technical content, the core laboratories also develop our students’teaming and communications skills (both oral and written). Laboratory course structurethroughout the junior year consists of a Monday lecture, followed by a 2-hour lab period later inthe week.For over a

Conference Session

Laboratories in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carl Spezia, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

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Engineering Technology

AC 2009-108: INTEGRATED SIMULATION AND ASSESSMENT SOFTWAREFOR PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLER LABORATORY INSTRUCTIONCarl Spezia, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale Carl J. Spezia is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology Program located in the Department of Technology at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC). He joined the program in1998 as a Visiting Assistant Professor. He worked as a power systems engineer for electric utilities for eight years prior to seeking a career in higher education. He is a licensed professional engineer in Illinois. His industrial assignments included power system modeling, power systems protection, and substation design. He

Conference Session

Laboratory Development in ECE Education

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ahmed Rubaai, Howard University; Ramesh Chawla, Howard University

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2009-278: LABORATORY EXPERIMENTATION AND REAL-TIMECOMPUTING: AN INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAhmed Rubaai, Howard University AHMED RUBAAI received the M.S.E.E degree from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, in 1983, and the Dr. Eng. degree from Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio, in 1988. In 1988, he joined Howard University, Washington, D.C., as a faculty member, where he is presently a Professor of Electrical Engineering. He is the Founder and Lead Developer of Howard University Multipurpose and Multidisciplinary Automation and Control Laboratory. His research interests include built-in intelligent controller for high performance industrial drives, hardware testing in

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Innovative Laboratories in BME

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Miles Wernick, Illinois Institute of Technology; Ana Lukic, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Biomedical

2006-1047: LABORATORY DEVICE FOR DEMONSTRATING MEDICALIMAGING IN THE CLASSROOMAna Lukic, Illinois Institute of TechnologyMiles Wernick, Illinois Institute of Technology Page 11.859.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2006 Laboratory Device for Demonstrating Medical Imaging in the ClassroomAbstractIn this paper, we describe the details of the experimental setup developed with the objective ofdemonstrating the principles of tomography using visible light. Most tomographic methods useinvisible forms of radiation (e.g., x-rays or ultrasound) and therefore it is not very instructive tosee them in operation. The proposed setup