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Sema E. Alptekin

Session 3666 Development of a Mechatronics Design Studio Sema E. Alptekin Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Department Cal Poly, San Luis ObispoABSTRACTMechatronics is a combination of mechanics, electronics and information technology intended toraise the intelligence level and flexibility of products and devices. There is a need to developprograms and laboratories in Mechatronics to create an understanding of how new technologiesinfluence the traditional methods of designing products and manufacturing systems. A model"Mechatronics Design

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Stephan C. Werges; David L. Naylor

Session 2659 A Networked Instructional Instrumentation Facility Stephan C. Werges, David L. Naylor Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Illinois at ChicagoThe Networked Instructional Instrumentation Facility (NIIF) is a prototype system to allow multi-user access to a library of sophisticated test equipment for measurements on a library of devices,in real time via the World Wide Web (WWW). This prototype system is the first realization ofour primary goal to make measurement equipment

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John K. Gershenson

Session 3266 A Course in Life-cycle Engineering John K. Gershenson, Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering The University of AlabamaABSTRACTThis paper describes the development and implementation of a class in the mechanicalaspects of life-cycle engineering. This course teaches students to use cutting edgedesign methodologies and analysis tools and apply them to the redesign of industrialproducts. The life-cycle engineering course benefits from recent advances in designeducation across the country and at The University of

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Shivakumar Raman; P. Simin Pulat; Hank Grant; Bob L. Foote; Adedeji B. Badiru

from the Industrial Engineering (IE)program at OU and three faculty members from the Industrial Engineering and Management(IE&M) program at OSU have developed a strong working relationship and have crafted animportant niche in Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM). As part of these collaborativeactivities, the programs have fostered research exchanges including joint National ScienceFoundation (NSF) research projects, faculty and student exchanges, and two-way interactive,compressed digital video courses providing cross-institutional graduate credit.Integrated Production Management (IPM) ResearchA working sub-group of faculty from OU (B. Foote, S. Pulat, S. Raman and A. Badiru) and OSU(M. Kamath) were funded under a three year research

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Thomas J. Cortina

. For each week of classes, students mettogether in a lecture room two days a week for a common lecture, and then separately in thecomputer laboratory based on their assigned sections, as shown in Figure 1.Students were assigned to sections A, B, C or D randomly. The method used was to take thecomplete alphabetized student roster and assign the first student to section A, second to B, thirdto C, fourth to D, fifth to A, etc. As students were assigned to a particular section, no mentionwas made with regards to the language that the section would use. At the end of the first class, SECTION LECTURE COMPUTER LAB (Mondays and Wednesdays) (Tuesdays and Thursdays) A

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Corrado Poli; Brian Riggs; Beverly Woolf

outlined in Figure 1. The topics covered in the IMIM are presented in a sequentialorder to force the user to learn in a organized manner. A. Introduction E. Design Strategies for Injection Molding B. Description of the Injection Molding Process 1. Effects of Mold Closure Direction C. Injection Molding Part Cost 2. Effects of Parting Surface Location 1. Material Cost 3. Possible Redesign Solutions 2. Processing Cost F. Summary 3. Tooling Cost G

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J. W. Stevens; A.A. Jalalzadeh-Azar; B.K. Hodge

Session 2333 A Desiccant Instruction Module for HVAC Courses J. W. Stevens, B. K. Hodge, and A. Jalalzadeh-Azar Mississippi State University AbstractAn instruction module covering introductory aspects of desiccant dehumidification for spaceconditioning is described. The module is self-contained and is suitable for use in university-levelheating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) courses. It contains information that can betailored by an instructor for a particular class, an extensive bibliography for additionalinformation, and page

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Charles U. Okonkwo

) nE nDK (T ) = (8) nC nBwhere the reaction rate, rA is given by: kPA ρb n PrA = , where Pi = i T , and subscript " i " = A, B , C or D (9) P nT (1 + K A B + K B PC ) n PD n kPT A ρb nTrA = , where PT is total pressure (10) nB nC n (1+ K A + KB PT ) nD nTIn general, k is a function of T. Agnelli et al. (3) lists three values of k, KA, KB atdifferent temperatures for different reaction rate models

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V. Gerez; G. Venkataramanan; D. Egolf; Brian K. Johnson; Jerry Hamann

Session 2532 Graduate Teaching Alliances - Experiences from a Western Experiment B. Johnson, D. Egolf, G. Venkataramanan, V. Gerez, J. Hamann University of Idaho/Montana State University/University of Wyoming AbstractResources for higher education have become scarce in recent years due to decreased budget allo-cations from state governments. At the faculty level this has meant that the time available forteaching graduate courses is becoming limited as more time is spent on undergraduate teachingand research. However, training needs for graduate

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Thad Welch

Session 2432 Teaching Three-Phase Power ... A Low-Voltage Approach Thad B. Welch ASEE/United States Air Force Academy Abstract Any electrical power systems course that includes demonstrations and/or laboratoryexercises would benefit from a low-voltage three-phase power supply. Providing a low-voltagethree-phase power supply allows classroom demonstrations and “hands-on” studentparticipation in laboratory exercises without the danger associated with a 240 VAC system.Faculty and student surveys indicate that students would benefit from a

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Robert W. Nowlin; Rajeswari Sundararajan

having multipledrivers. Block statements are also discussed in greater detail at this time. Next the most concrete, lowest level of modeling, that is, structural, is discussed indetail. To be able to model at this level, the student must know what components, e.g., flip-flops and gates, make up the design. Component declarations and instantiations are illustratedwith numerous examples. Example 1 shows a component declaration and instantiation for asimple 2-input NAND gate.Example 1: Component Declaration & Instantiationfor 2-Input NAND Gatecomponent NAND2 -- Component declaration port(A, B: in std_logic; C: out std_logic);end component;-- Component instantiation:N1: NAND2 port map(S1, S2, S3); The next topics covered in

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Holly G. Peterson

,Nathan Kuecks, Steve Shannon, Greg Hilker, Sathya Ganesan, and Fred Jenkins areacknowledged for their work on the robotic air samplers. Jeanne Larson, Jennifer LeMay, TinaDonovan, Susan O’Neill, Dione Mazzolini, Charles Mazzone, and the 1996 class of ENVE 317contributed to preliminary field projects.REFERENCES 1. Gifford, F. A., 1955: A simultaneous Lagrangian-Eulerian turbulence experiment. Monthly WeatherReview, 83, 293-301. 2. Lamb, B., 1985: Atmospheric Tracer Techniques. Washington State University, Pullman, WA, 71 pp. 3. Maiss, M., L. P. Steele, R. J. Francey, P. J. Fraser, R. L. Langenfelds, N. B. A. Trivett, and I. Levin,1996: Sulfur hexafluoride - a powerful new atmospheric tracer. Atmos. Environ., 30, 1621-1629

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David E. Clough

rate and level that represent each steady-state condition. Within each set, compute the average values of flow rate and level.2. For each steady-state condition, compute a value of the coefficient of friction, f , from your measurements and the basic data, using the formula derived from Eq. 3, with the derivative set equal to zero; that is, f = b g 2 At2 g d + h q23. Plot your values of f versus q . See if there is a systematic relationship. If so, model this relationship, perhaps with a straight line. If not, just compute an average value of f .Suggestions for Analyzing the Data from Experiment 21

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P.R. Roberge; M.A.A. Tullmin

% Page 2.206.6 Less than 1 % Session 32134. a. What is the patina on the statue and how does it affect the corrosion rates ? b. Do you recommend cleaning the copper skin to a bright finish as part of the 100-year restoration work ?5. Consider the polarization diagrams in Figure 3, for copper and iron in 3.5% NaCl solution at ambient temperature. a. Given the indicated free corrosion potentials of copper and iron, what are the respective corrosion rates in mm/year for these two metals in the uncoupled condition ? b. If the two metals are brought into contact to form a galvanic couple, by what factor is the corrosion rate of iron

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Ratan Kumar; Phillip R. Foster; George W. Watt

activity can be summarized as follows:I . Scope of the project: a) design and manufacture “dogbone” tensile specimen for Arburginjection molding machine, b) use the existing runner system for compatibility between molds, c)the design should include cooling lines as they exist and the injector plate that is universalbetween the molds.II. Design Issues: a) a two mold cavity with truncated gating system, b) test specimens designedaround ASTM and ISO standards and c) the mold cavity and runner system should be free of allpossible voids. Page 2.8.4III. Mold manufacturing process: It involved a host of activities like a) drawings using AutoCadR12 to show

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William J. Adams; Curtis A. Carver

Session 2220 Hyperdisciplinary Courseware: A Means of Integrating the Curriculum MAJ Curtis A. Carver Jr. and CPT(P) William J. Adams Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science United States Military Academy West Point, NY 10996Abstract1This paper will discuss the development of hyperdisciplinary courseware: World-Wide Web(WWW)-based, tightly coupled, interdisciplinary courseware. It will also discuss the tools re-quired to create hyperdisciplinary courseware, a

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Il-Hong Jung; Hosoon Ku; D. L. Evans

. Wells, G. Swackhamer, “Force Concept Inventory,” The Physics Teacher 30, 141 (1992).[2] Milland, J & J. A. Arter, “Issues in Item banking”, Journal of Educational Measures 21, 315 (1984).[3] Hubbard, W. H, & R. D. Murphy, “ EXAM and QUIZ Questions with Multimedia Responses”, Proceedings 1996 ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings, Washington, D.C. (1996).[4] Oakley, B “The Virtual Classroom: At the Cutting Edge of Higher Education”, Proceedings Frontiers in Education’96, Salt Lake City (November 1996).[5] Little, D. L., W. H. Hannum and G. B. Stuck, Computers and Effective Instruction - Using Computers and Software in the Classroom, Longman Inc. (1989).[6] Multimedia ToolBook Version 3.0, Multimedia authoring system for Windows

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Scott Aten; Derek T. Schade; Kurt J. Colella

: ..think...analyze...evaluate...then decide. 3. Simplicity is a significant design criteria. 4. Team organization and decision making frequently causes more problems than the technical aspects of the project. 5. If it works perfectly the first time, it's probably not engineering."References1. Aten, S., M. Ennis, E. Kellog, M. Paradise, B. Riemer, B. Rosello, D. Schade, "Solar Splash '96 DesignProject Report," First Place Winner of the Technical Report Competition at Solar Splash '96, 10 May 1996.2. Dixon, G. W., "Leadership Development in Engineering," United States Coast Guard Academy AlumniAssociation Bulletin, February

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Simeon Slayton; Ratan Kumar

potential safety hazard when mountedover-head, b) it can safely withstand working temperatures ( above 180° F), c) it is availablefrom stock (in standard sizes) as designed for patio door replacement glass (standard glass sizesare 76″ long by 28″, 34″ or 46″ wide), d) it increases impact rersistance and e) it is economicalin small sizes.The next restraint is the size and shape of the parabolic reflective material. The parabolic arc isderived from standard geometric considerations. The reflective material is 18 gauge (0.048″thick) type 304 stainless steel with a #8 mirror finish on one side. A plastic film protects themirror finish during fabrication. This reflective material can be available from stocked inventoryin 4′x8′ sheets. Each sheet weighs

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Stephen P. DeWeerth; Clinton D. Knight

Session 1532 A Distance Learning Laboratory for Engineering Education Clinton D. Knight, Stephen P. DeWeerth Georgia Institute of TechnologyIntroductionThe World Wide Web (WWW) got its start as a publishing medium and soon evolved into alarge worldwide repository of heterogeneous material1. Educators quickly realized the potentialof the Web for “distance learning,” as hypertext material and multimedia segments could bedelivered across computer networks via a simple, user-friendly interface. And while hypertextcertainly promotes efficient learning and caters to diverse learning styles, WWW

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Marshall R. Boggio

Session 1526 A SYSTEM OVERVIEW OPEN CHANNEL REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENT MARSHALL R. BOGGIO OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGEThe functions to be implemented in an educational multi-mediapresentation, devoted to the characteristics, principles andphysical phenomena of water from an energy/momentum perspective aredescribed.This paper will describe the system elements and development toolsneeded to implement an instructional presentation. Page 2.45.11. Functional Description Ocean County College is currently working on an National Science Foundation multi

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Jerry W. Samples

other critical issues of importanceto success as a college-level engineering faculty member. The scheduling of these seminars isportrayed in Figure 2 and explained below. Learning Styles. This seminar explored and discussed fundamental teaching techniques and how they related to the learning styles of typical undergraduate students. Gender Issues. This event was conducted by Dr. Mary Sansalone, Associate Director of the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Cornell University. Dr. Sansalone discussed the challenges and rewards for female faculty members in academia. History of Engineering Education. Dean Emeritus William B. Street of Cornell University presented a review of the history of engineering education in

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Rose M. Marra; Thomas Litzinger

knowledge in order to providea synthesized knowledge domain, b) applying their new knowledge to applicable domainproblems, and c) thinking about and honing their study and learning strategies as applied to thatcourse.Discussions with our SI leaders indicated that a typical SI session might include an exercisedesigned to get students to review and find holes and discrepancies in their notes, problem-solving activities where students work in pairs on problems similar to their homework or wherestudents are asked to give the leader step-by-step instructions on how to solve a problem, and aquestioning activity where the leader asks students various questions which require both surface

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Lisa A. Wipplinger; Charles R. Bissey

the student where loads come from and how they are applied to the structural frame. 1. Gravity loads a. Dead loads b. Snow loads c. Live loads d. Impact loads e. Tributary widths and tributary areas 1. How loads are carried by the structure, load path Use physical and computer models to illustrate 2. Lateral loads a. Wind 1. How wind creates forces on buildings Use models to illustrate Show films of strong winds on buildings and point out different types of behavior 2. Code wind forces

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Evangelyn C. Alocilja

Session 1608 Principles of Biosystems Engineering: A Sophomore-Level Course Dr. Evangelyn C. Alocilja Michigan State University Introduction In 1906, the Agricultural Engineering program at Michigan State University wasestablished. The program took the lead in education in production agriculture engineering andfood process engineering in the State of Michigan and elsewhere. Recently, however,environmental issues have become a global concern in all sectors. Production agriculture willnow have to be viewed in the context of the whole

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Mark A. Shields; John P. O'Connell

, science and engineering; b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data; c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs; d) An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams; e) An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems; f) An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; g) An ability to communicate effectively; h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global societal context; i) A recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in lifelong learning; j) A knowledge of contemporary issues; and, k) An ability to use the techniques, skills and modern

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P.J. Sackett; G.P. Nelder; A. Skandalakis

wider European Union Area, although participants from other countries are not excluded.Academic participants were invited to take part in this pilot study, from the following sixteencountries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, TheNetherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and The United Kingdom.B. Questionnaire DesignThe questionnaire was divided into eight sections which are described in Table 1. Title Description Section A Contact Information Academic institution information and contact person details. Section B Background Information General information about the academic program. Section C Industry’s Expectations

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Teresa L. Hein; Dean A. Zollman

Session 3280 Using Interactive Digital Video in an Introductory Course for Non-Science Majors Teresa L. Hein, Dean A. Zollman American University/Kansas State University Washington, DC/Manhattan, KSThe use of digital video has wide-spread applications for classroom and laboratory use. Thispaper describes two interactive digital video laboratories in kinematics designed for use bystudents in the introductory course for non-science majors at American University inWashington, DC. In addition, a brief synopsis of a study comparing traditional versus

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Mark A. Pagano; Christine L. Corum

philosophies were adopted for the curricula review effort: 1. Our Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science curricula must prepare our mechanical engineering technicians and technologist for current industry practice, and for lifelong learning opportunities. 2. Technical depth and breadth are necessary components of the MET student’s education. Depth prepares the student for immediate employment in his/her area of interest, while breadth provides the foundation for lifelong learning. a. The AS graduate will have some limited amount of depth in the areas of mechanics and design, with breadth in other areas of MET. b. The only upper division course requirements

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John A. Marin; James E. Armstrong

understand the limitations associated with the project,the changes that can be made to achieve desired objectives, and the important quantities that arelikely to change as a result of the project. In systems engineering terms, this means identifyingthe components, constraints, parameters, and variables for the project. B. Create a Value System Value system design involves defining a set of objectives and related design criteria thatidentify what the interested parties want to accomplish and how to measure and evaluate a designalternative’s impact on the objectives. Note this is very different from what often happens intraditional engineering design problems where students quickly jump to preconceivedalternatives and set about finding ways