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J.B. Conrad; J.M. Ryan; C.J. Egelhoff; E.M. Odom

Deflection Part I: An Alternative Mechanics of MaterialsApproach Using Foundational Theory and Modern Engineering Tools J.B. Conrad United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT J.M. Ryan United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT C.J. Egelhoff United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT E.M. Odom University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 177 Deflection Part I: An Alternative Mechanics of Materials Approach Using Foundational Theory and Modern Engineering Tools J.B. Conrad1, J.M. Ryan1

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C.J. Egelhoff; J.M. Ryan; E.M. Odom

Deflection Part II: Solving Complex Machine Design Problems Using an Alternative Mechanics of Materials Approach C.J. Egelhoff United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT J.M. Ryan United States Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT E.M. Odom University of Idaho, Moscow, ID 214215216217218219220221222223224225

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PAUL FAGETTE; SHIH-JIUN CHEN; GEORGE R. BARAN; SOLOMON P. SAMUEL; MOHAMMAD F. KIANI

have no clue to its existence. Thus, these coursesoffer engineering an opportunity to expand awareness of the discipline and its impact onsociety. The Department of Mechanical Engineering formulated a dual response. One wasthe Bionic Human, a bioengineering-based course. The other, TechnologicalTransformations, followed the development of older engineering traditions which includedmechanical, civil, electrical, and some chemical engineering.Technological Transformations 93Jim Chen headed the effort to create a general engineering course. In the quest forexamples and materials, it was discovered that Princeton had in fact an undergraduatecourse with similar goals. The course was adopted compete with

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Wael Mokhtar

integrating machine elements, basic Mechanics of Material concepts andclassical Statics topics. The design project serves as one of the teaching tools that support thisintegration. In the project, the students were asked to re-design an off-road vehicle for SAE Bajacompetition. One of the advantages of using SAE Baja was the detailed engineering and safetyrequirements of the competition. In addition to that, a vehicle was designed and built in theprevious year by the school team, which provides an excellent information source for thestudents during the design process. Another objective from using SAE Baja was to introduce thestudents to one of the professional organizations and help in activating the local student chapter.The instructor presented the

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Ramesh K . Agarwal

Ramesh K . AgarwalMechanical Engineering & Materials Science Washington University in St. Louis ASEE Mid-Atlantic Fall Conference 2011 Temple University, PA, 29 October 2011 Introducing Sustainability d in Engineering Education Sustainable Product Design in all Disciplines of Engineering (Keynote) Bio of the Presenter 10Sustainability • “The effort to frame social and economic policy so as to preserve earth’s bounty – its resources, inhabitants, and environments – for the benefit of both present and future generations. The old Native American proverb ---- We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children

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Richard Devon; Richard Schuhmann

theproponents more than the different degrees of veracity or completeness of the model. They tendto focus on different characteristics of PLCs, which makes dialog difficult. However, weassume at outset that product life cycles all really have the following characteristics, regardlessof the world view taken.1. Products come and go.2. PLCs create Flow-Throughs (FTs) of energy and materials. 1893. The Total Flow-Through (TFT) of PLCs transforms society and transforms the environmentin ways that may or may not be sustainable, and that may or may not create a better world.4. The TFT has major impacts on things such as productivity, human health and happiness,resource depletion, environmental impacts, species

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Alison N. Garbash; Jed E. Marquart; Hui Shen

Deformation of Layered Polymeric Lenses and Glass Lenses under Thermal Loading Alison N. Garbash Mechanical Engineering Department, Ohio Northern University Jed E. Marquart Mechanical Engineering Department, Ohio Northern University Hui Shen Mechanical Engineering Department, Ohio Northern University 282 Deformation of Layered Polymeric Lenses and Glass Lenses under Thermal LoadingABSTRACTGlass has been widely used as the material for optical lenses. In recent years, withadvancements in technology, polymers have become candidate materials to

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Mir Atiqullah; Norman Russell

andsimulated annealing, parallel supercomputing, engineering education.Teaching a broad range of engineering courses including machine design, materials science,engineering mechanics, manufacturing, and fluid mechanics.Professional experiences include 10 years of industrial and 17 years of teachingengineering and technology areas.NORMAN RUSSELLPhD in Chemical Chemical Engineering from Institute of Paper Chemistry in 1965.PE from Alabama.Research areas include paper chemistry, engineering education.Teaching a broad range of engineering courses including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics,and laboratory courses.Has 29 years of industrial and 17 years of teaching experience. 41 Development of a

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Walter W. Buchanan; Robert J. Herrick

fact, approximately 35 statesprovide a path for engineering licensure as a Professional Engineering (PE). [3] There was anattempt around this period to call the engineering degree “engineering science” and the engineeringtechnologist degree “applied engineering,” but this never happened.The PresentThe engineering technology degree, whether an associate degree or a baccalaureate degree, hasbecome a valuable credential. Graduates of both these degrees have been successful as techniciansand engineers. In the Electronics Engineering Technology, Telecommunications EngineeringTechnology, and Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology programs at Texas A&MUniversity, many graduates have had great success, both technically and in

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Melissa P. Mackinnon; Kyle D. Gilroy; Aarthi Sundar; Robert Hughes; Svetlana Neretina

The Formation of Supported Gold Nanostructures on Oxide Substrates Invited Melissa P. Mackinnon Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Kyle D. Gilroy Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Aarthi Sundar Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Robert Hughes Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122

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Tony Kerzmann; Gavin Buxton; Maria V. Kalevitch

introduces conventional and renewable mechanisms for the transfer andstorage of electrical energy. The course beneficially integrates class presentations andhands-on demonstration activities. The topics include: electrochemical storage systems andrelated power densities; super capacitors, lithium batteries, fuel cell systems, protonexchange membranes, fuel cell stacks; basic principles of operation and futuredevelopment needs; materials for energy storage and conversion; conventional lead-acid, 115zinc-air, nickel-cadmium and nickel-metal hydride batteries; fuel cell architectures andelectrode life times; purely ionic conductors; mixed ionic / electronic conductors; ionictransport, conductivity in

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Diana Schwerha; AARON JONES; SHIJING LIU; Sertac Ozercan; Jie Zhou

focus on the role of frustration in website usability.SHIJING LIUMs. Liu is a graduate student in the master’s degree program in Industrial and Systems Engineeringin the Russ College of Engineering and Technology at Ohio University. Her research focuses on theusability of mobile applications for older users.SERTAC OZERCAN, MSMr. Ozercan is currently a doctoral student in Computer Science at the Russ College of Engineeringat Ohio University in Athens, OH. He received his Master's degree in Computer Science through theRuss College of Engineering and Technology at Ohio University in 2010. Among his researchinterests are human-computer interaction, computer graphics, and game development.JIE ZHOU, MSMs. Zhou is a PhD student in the Mechanical and

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Andy S. Zhang; Farrukh Zia; Iem Heng

Center of the CityUniversity of New York in 1995. Prior joining the Mechanical Engineering Technology departmentat City Tech in 2000, he served as an engineering instructor for the JUMP, an engineering trainingprogram sponsored by the New York State Department of Transportation. Professor Zhang’sresearch area includes materials testing, composite materials, CAD/CAE, robotics andmechatronics, and engineering technology education.FARRUKH ZIAProfessor Farrukh Zia earned his master's and PhD in computer engineering from SyracuseUniversity in 1988 and 1996, respectively. Before he joined the CET/EMT department of New YorkCity College of Technology in 2002, he worked for Lucent Technologies in New Jersey as a memberof the technical staff. Zia's PhD

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Paul G. Ranky

Some Design & Validation Experiences of an Interactive Multimedia Resource Library for Teaching & Learning About Sustainable Green Engineering Paul G. Ranky, PhD Full Tenured Professor, Registered and Chart. Professional Engineer, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, NCE, and the NJIT IT / IS Program, NJIT, Newark, NJ 07102 Email: ranky@njit.eduPAUL G. RANKYPaul G. Ranky, PhD Full Tenured Professor, The Department of Mechanical and IndustrialEngineering, and the IT /IS Program, New Jersey Institute of Technology, NJ, USA. For abiographical sketch, including current projects

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Svetlana Neretina

a hands-on experience directed towardsthe use of nanotechnologies in advancing a sustainable urban environment. The first objective isfounded on the premise that nanotechnology will become a ubiquitous part of a modern societyand should, therefore, become a ubiquitous part of the engineering curriculum. Already,nanotechnology modules have been introduced into the seven undergraduate courses: The BionicHuman (ME 0844), Material Science for Engineers (ENGR 3496), Introduction to Bioengineering(ENGR 3719), Renewable and Alternative Energy (ME 4040), Mechanics of Composite Materials (ME4311), Photovoltaic System Design for Engineers (ME 4110), and Water and Wastewater SystemsDesign (CE 4721). The 2011 fall semester will also see the

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Chris Decker; Aarthi Sundar; Robert Hughes; Svetlana Neretina

Unconventional Nanopatterning Techniques for Gold Nanostructures Chris Decker Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Aarthi Sundar Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Robert Hughes Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Svetlana Neretina Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia

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Siripong Malasri

the packaging engineering program at CBU during his term as engineeringdean from 1999-2005. His background includes construction management, structuralengineering, solid mechanics, materials testing, artificial intelligence, and optimization. Heis a member of IoPP, TAPPI, and NSPE. He can be reached at pong@cbu.edu. 490491492493494495496497498

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Kyle D. Gilroy; Mohammad S. Islam; Robert A. Hughes; Svetlana Neretina; Brandon Lee; Ying Sun

A Fabrication Procedure for a CdTe Quantum Dot Printable Hybrid Solar Cell Kyle D. Gilroy Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Mohammad S. Islam Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Robert A. Hughes Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Svetlana Neretina Department of Mechanical Engineering, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122 Brandon Lee

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Clive L. Dym

. Of course, both of theseextended to include steel, wooden shipping elements were cited as important in thepallets, cardboard, plastics of all sorts, and survey of mechanical engineers mentionedStyrofoam. Thus, while Subaru generated above [11]. Cost issues are inherent in so459 lb of waste for each assembled many ways. For example, the installation ofautomobile in 2000, it got down to 251 lb a new metalworking technology such asper car by 2007, of which 190 lb was steel that just outlined most likely requiresthat was easily recycled. Some of their capital investment, in which case decisionsunused packing materials are returned to

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Gaffar Gailani; Sidi Berri; NIEVES ANGULO

as part of the bachelor program package. The Computer Applications in Mechanical Engineering Technology course, MECH1240, has been updated and tested in the spring of 2011. The response of students was evaluated through two surveys. Update of the Materials Testing course, MECH2426, and Simulation and Presentation, IND2420, with NASA relevant material will start in the academic year 2011 – 2012. 3- Campus Activities: The first Research Summit in July 2011 which was attended by nearly 200 guests, including students from different universities and programs, faculty members and invited guests was a total success. The summit highlighted research activities of students during the academic year 2010 – 2011 and

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Pawan Tyagi; Christine Newman

,generally a PhD in Engineering, and a teaching fellow, generally a high school science teacher, closelywork with students to pedagogically inculcate basics of core engineering disciplines such as civil,mechanical, electrical, materials, and chemical engineering. EI values independent problem-solving skillsand simultaneously promotes team spirit among students. A number of crucial engineering aspects suchas professional ethics, communication, technical writing, and understanding of common engineeringprinciples are instilled in high school students via well-designed individual and group activities. Thispaper discusses the model of the EI program and its impact on students learning and their preparation forthe engineering career.Introduction: Shortage

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Artur Liamin; Jeffrey Gorn; Timothy Golden; Ezekiel J. Blain; Bryndol Sones; Timothy H. Trumbull; Brian Moretti; Don Gillich

Blended Learning with Nuclear ReactorsArtur Liamin1, Jeffrey Gorn1, Timothy Golden1, Ezekiel J. Blain 2, Bryndol Sones1, Timothy H. Trumbull2, Brian Moretti1, Don Gillich1 1 Department of Physics and Nuclear Engineering, United States Military Academy, West Point, NY 10996 2 Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Nuclear Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY 12180 720 Blended Learning with Nuclear Reactors Artur Liamin1, Jeffrey Gorn1, Timothy Golden1, Ezekiel J. Blain 2, Bryndol Sones1

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DAVID B. SAINT JOHN; ERIC M. FURJANIC; Richard Doyle; Richard Devon

RepRap in the classroom, one can imagine discipline-specificcourses which cover topics in addition to the general assembly, operation, troubleshooting,and maintenance which comes with the territory. Some suggested topics are listed below: a. Physics: heat dynamics, electronics, static forces, friction, etc. b. Engineering Design: Solidworks/Sketchup/Blender/Openscad - (re)design and print c. Materials Science: Discussions of relevant polymers, metals, insulators, etc. d. Art/Sculpture: Reprap as a Medium e. Electrical Engineering: RepRap-created electronics for RepRaps f. Computer Programming: Firmware, software, G-Code refinement g. Mechanical Engineering: Building

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Radian Belu

end of the program (“final” year). In time, as subjects mature, it is not unknown foryesterday's cutting-edge activity soon to be relegated to an earlier year of study as the topic 60matures and is seen to be "fundamental" to the knowledge base of the modern engineer. Thisinjection of new material obviously puts everything else under considerable pressure andinevitably some of the really "mature" subjects are either allocated less time, or worse, aredropped all together. One significant example is Electromagnetics. The fact that a subject whichliterally underpins the rest of electrical engineering can be discarded from curricula is a cause forgreat concern. However, it is not our intention here

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Edward M. Land; Michael Marcus; Aaron Abugaber; Rohit Dayal; Noah Greenbaum; Sally Hong; Jon Hunt; Joseph Saltzman

devices.JON HUNT is a Sophomore in Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. He joined the HOAD projectthis summer as a volunteer, but has played a pivotal role in converting all written materials from the past 6 years to aconsistent electronic format. Jon has also identified a source of single breathable, wickable material whose outerlayer is also hydrophobic. This fabric is needed to complete the shell of our medical glove.JOSEPH SALTZMAN is a Senior in Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. Over the past threeyears, he composed four research papers for the HOAD project team. The format of his term papers has become thestandard for others to follow. 437 A Visiting

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Richard Y. Chiou; Michael G. Mauk; M. Eric Carr; Bret Davis

of computerscience, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering. This paper discusseslaboratory development and the hands-on learning experience within the context of thiscapstone course on robotics and mechatronics. Topics covered include the innovation ofteaching industrial robotics to undergraduate students working on solving real-worldproblems, particularly as it applies to multidisciplinary fields such as bionics and solarenergy.IntroductionThis paper presents the establishment of a robotics and mechatronics laboratory forteaching and research integrated with the emerging fields of bionics and solar energythrough an NSF project involving undergraduate and graduate students, and faculty atGoodwin College of Drexel University

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JIM SHIH-JIUN CHEN; ALANI INTINTOLO

What Works in Teaching Engineering Statics JIM SHIH-JIUN CHEN ALANI INTINTOLO Department of Mechanical Engineering Temple University Philadelphia, Pa 19122 Biographical InformationDr. JIM SHIH-JIUN CHENDr. Jim Shih-Jiun Chen is a professor of mechanical engineering at Temple University. Hisresearch and teaching interests are in the areas of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and windenergy. He has published more than 100 articles in fluid flow, temperature measurementand control, film cooling, jet impingement, accelerated/controlled

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KENNETH WADE JACKSON

, IT specialists,patent attorneys, chemists, material scientists, marketing, finance and accounting,manufacturing, process analysts and lastly, customers, suppliers and other outsidestakeholders. It became necessary for engineers to understand the paradigms,metaphors, perspectives, terminology and most importantly, the interfaces amongthe various disciplines with which they were required to integrate their technicalwork. Engineers needed new interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills towork in the new team environment and many companies provided that training.Engineers of the future need to experience working in a team-based environment atthe university and not through many years of on the job osmosis. They also need tolearn basic

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Harvey Lyons

.  An opportunity to use and integrate material learned in earlier courses.  An opportunity to develop the communication skills required of a professional engineer.  More enthusiasm for Engineering Technology as a career.The Mechanical Engineering Technology Capstone Program employs open-ended projects, all ofwhich are developed and designed to benefit the community and, in a cooperative manner, instillleadership among the students that are engaged in this effort. Students are actively engaged incommunity service by offering their engineering and technological services to design anddevelop projects for use in both non-profits and small businesses. For example, one studentproject group offered their engineering services to the Veterans

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Ravi Shankar; Don Ploger; Oren Masory; Francis X McAfee

Robotics Games for STEM Education Ravi Shankar, Center for Systems Integration, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Campus, Boca Raton, FL Don Ploger, College of Education, Florida Atlantic University, Davie Campus, Davie, FL Oren Masory, Ocean and Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Computer Science, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Campus, Boca Raton, FLFrancis X McAfee, School for Communication and Multimedia Studies, College of Arts and Letters, Florida Atlantic University, Broward Campus, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Contact Information: Ravi Shankar