,analysis and data management applications. The two following classes focus on learningspecific advanced simulation software, and the performance of actual projects in localindustries, with formal presentation of the results to the company’s management.The following elements are included in this paper and presentation:1. Description of our curriculum utilizing advanced 3D CAD and computer simulation software. Additional course topics include introduction to finite element analysis (FEA), collaborative Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Virtual Reality (VR) modeling and animation, and 3D viewers for communication and production work instructions.2. Results of manufacturing projects by student teams to create simulation models of actual
Paper ID #30992Embedding Computer Simulation Based Classroom Activities to Enhance theLearning Experience for Manufacturing SystemsProf. Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Tseng is a Professor and Chair of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering at UTEP. His research focuses on the computational intelligence, data mining, bio- informatics and advanced manu- facturing. Dr. Tseng published in many refereed journals such as IEEE Transactions, IIE Transaction, Journal of Manufacturing Systems and others. He has been serving as a principle investigator of many research projects, funded by NSF
be familiarwith these modern tools and their applications, and to understand when and how to effectivelyutilize them. At our university these applications are being taught under the title of virtualsimulation (VS). This paper explains how VS has been integrated into our curriculum, and hasbeen used to establish effective partnerships with major manufacturing companies.IntroductionWe are in our eighth year of a curriculum utilizing advanced industrial computer simulationsoftware. The virtual simulation classes are offered in a sequence of three quarters, earning fourcredits per quarter. Students learn specific simulation applications from tutorials and onlinecourse materials. Teams of students then work with local companies to create
industrialenvironments. Benefits include exposure to in-plant manufacturing operations, and theopportunity to personally deal with company professionals. Students have obtainedcoop/internship positions, and graduates are finding simulation jobs in the fields of manufacturingand applications engineering.Defining Digital Manufacturing and SimulationDigital manufacturing (DM) encompasses a variety of computer applications and processes thatare being embraced by companies of all sizes to remain competitive in the global market. Boeingis recognized for its design of the entire 777 airliner without using a single 2-D drawing—only3D models were used. 1One definition is “Digital manufacturing is the ability to describe every aspect of the design-to-manufacture process
Paper ID #18200Enhancing Additive Manufacturing Education Using Virtual Rapid Proto-typing Simulator ToolDr. Aditya Akundi, University of Texas, El Paso Aditya Akundi is currently affiliated to Industrial Manufacturing and Systems Engineering department, and Research Institute for Manufacturing and Engineering Systems at University of Texas, ElPaso. He earned a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, India. He earned a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer En- gineering at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Intrigued by Systems
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Northwest Ge Jin, D.Sc, is currently an associate professor in the Department of Computer Information Technology and Graphics at the Purdue University Calumet. He teaches computer game development, computer graphics and animation, as well as computer information technology courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Prior to joining Purdue University Calumet, he was a postdoctoral research scientist at the George Washington University, Department of Computer Science. Professor Jin holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Peking University, China, and an M.S. in Computer Science from Seoul National University, South Korea. He earned his Doctor of Science degree in Computer Science with a concentration in computer
such as:‚ High faculty-to-student ratios: For example, the ratio for Manufacturing Automation and Robotics at one major university is 1:36 for lectures and 1: 18 for each of two lab sections.‚ Limited lab access: Students may only use equipment during scheduled lab times.‚ Limited resources to support students outside labs and the classroom: In many cases, no lab assistant support is available.‚ Limited equipment to support lab assignments: Because lab equipment is often expensive, students must often work in groups. For example, an industrial scale PLC—such as an Allen Bradley RSLogix 5550 processor and a set of I/O cards—costs about $8000.To help offset these obstacles, in recent years, a variety of computer and
problemsencountered and reporting on general design suggestions based on their manufacturing attempt. Page 22.134.8 Air Motor ProjectThis project may involve measurements, review andchanging of sizes, materials, and, decision making onprocess selection. The work also involves preparingdetail drawings, assembly drawings, as well asgraphing work - all to be done using computertechniques - and simulation using animation with CADsoftware to observe the proper functioning of theports.The following specifications must be kept in mind inthe design and manufacturing of the AIR MOTOR: • Envelope dimensions shall not exceed
system are positive. It appears that we may continue to develop similar types of IntelligentTutoring Systems for other engineering subjects. It also appears that CNC Tutor‘s explanationsand feedback are a good fit for active, visual learners. Possible enhancements include theaddition of more video and/or simulations to help learners to visualize abstract concepts,IntroductionIntelligent tutoring systems (ITS) are computer-based teaching environments that incorporatemathematics, cognitive science, natural language processing, and human-computer interaction[1]. In recent years, the use of ITS in classrooms and communities has increased and they haveproved to be very effective. For example, the Cognitive Tutor developed by Carnegie Learningwhich
] designed a simulation based Line Balancing Decision Trainer with a goal ofimproving the skill of assembly line balancing through a series of lessons and practice sessions.This paper will describe the development of a game to help students to learn about industrialwiring of an automated system. Industrial wiring is an essential part of system integration—incombination with ladder logic programming, which synchronizes the motions of the I/Odevices—making it possible for automated systems to mass produce products. Figure 1 is aflowchart showing the structure of the game. The game consists of three parts: quiz, wiringexercise, and assembly line design. The rationale behind the quiz, which is patterned after “WhoWants to Be a Millionaire,” is to help
holds a B.S. in Computer Engineering Technology from DeVry University, Addison (October 2006), along with C-Tech Fiber/Copper Cabling, CompTia A+, CompTia Network+, and CompTia I-Net+ certifications. He is a member of IEEE.Aateef Mustafa, DeVry University Aateef Mustafa holds a B.S. in Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) from DeVry University (October 2006). His Current employment duties include designing the air computer keypads for racing cars. He is a member of IEEE. His research interest is in the area of hardware design. His hobbies include playing and watching all sports. He is an all-rounder master in cricket and play’s for ACC league.Pankti Patel, DeVry Univeristy
Texas A&M. His research activities include control system theory and applications to industry, system engineering, robust design, modeling, simulation, optimization, and RFID. Page 12.146.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 A thorough hands-on process to implement a RFID SystemThe purpose of this paper is to walk you through a step by step practical process ofimplementing RFID for your application. The process addresses technical issues,benefits, return of investment (ROI) and future upgrade. When the business problem isidentified, you shall ask the following questions: 1. Does RFID help capture
, France.IntroductionA Rapid Development System (RDS) for a Linear Axis was developed in [1]. A RDS is asoftware environment that allows students to rapidly integrate their controller and analyze it viasimulation, emulation, and implementation. In the simulation mode the student simulates a linearaxis system that includes their controller and detailed models of the interface hardware and linearaxis. In the emulation mode, the simulation is performed on the computer hardware that willimplement the controller. In this mode the student can ensure their algorithm will run in real time(i.e., the algorithm’s execution time is less than the sample period). In the implementation mode,the controller is deployed on the hardware system and experimental data is gathered
undergraduate and graduate levels. His tremendous re- search experience in manufacturing includes environmentally conscious manufacturing, Internet based robotics, and Web based quality. In the past years, he has been involved in sustainable manufacturing for maximizing energy and material recovery while minimizing environmental impact.Toshika Fegade, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.) I am a fine young lady in the field of robotics, machine learning, and computer vision. Currently, I am a graduate student at Drexel University, majoring in systems (Electrical Engineering) and a minor in Computer Science. I am working as a Research Assistant in the Engineering Technology department at Drexel. I am currently working on
the line. Clicking Reset cleans the canvas. Figure 7. Line Mode PageLetter mode. In Letter mode, the user can draw coherent graphics and then the printer willcomplete the shape (Figure 8). The user presses and holds the left mouse button to draw lines.When the user clicks Submit, the printer completes the shape. Figure 8. Letter ModeUpload mode. Upload mode allows the user to upload a G-code file to the printer. The userclicks Choose File to select a G-code file from the local computer, then clicks Submit to uploadthe file (Figure 9). The program then offers to displays an animation of the printing process(Figure 10). Note that the printer can print other 3D file types
limitations in equipment availability is to make PLC and automationeducation portable and/or virtual. For example, LogixPro (http://www.thelearningpit.com/)employs animated educational simulations of processes, such as traffic control and batch mixing,to show how a ladder diagram relates to an automated process. Students can start and stop theanimations, and study the corresponding ladder diagram for certain conditions or cases. Inaddition, Hsieh has developed an Integrated Virtual Learning System for Programmable LogicController (Virtual PLC). This web-based system uses a combination of animations, simulations,intelligent tutoring system technology, and games to teach about programmable logic controllers[10-12]. Both of these systems are good
for certain conditions or cases. In addition, Hsieh has developedan Integrated Virtual Learning System for Programmable Logic Controller (Virtual PLC). Thisweb-based system uses a combination of animations, simulations, intelligent tutoring systemtechnology, and games to teach about programmable logic controllers [3-5]. Both of thesesystems are good examples of how technology can be used to help students learn simple PLCprogramming concepts.However, for learning to write complex programs, there is no good substitute for hands-onexperience programming a real PLC. Therefore educating students with integrated knowledgeabout automated systems is a pressing need. A project-based curriculum seems to help studentsdevelop an integrated knowledge of a
prototypingcoupled with computer aided product design and development that provides zero-lead times inproduct conception and development. The main goal of the developed course is to simulate thisreal-life engineering development experience for our online graduate students who will work inteams to develop consumer products and at the end able to produce Acrylonitrile butadienestyrene (ABS) plastic prototypes using web-based remote log-in capability of the rapidprototyping machine. Hardware and software components are integrated with prototypingmethodologies to achieve maximum effectiveness in teaching web-based prototyping concepts inET615-Rapid Prototyping and Product design. The course includes theory and application ofrapid prototyping technologies for
combination of animations,simulations, intelligent tutoring system technology, and games to teach about programmablelogic controllers (http://etidweb.tamu.edu/hsieh/Hsieh_VirtualPLC.html). As with LogixPro500, students can view animations of processes and study the corresponding control programs.In addition, they can use a ladder logic toolkit to write and test their own control programs. Inevery evaluation so far, students have made statistically significant learning gains as a result ofusing the system, and rated the modules positively in terms of ease of use and understanding,clear objectives, amount of interaction, ability to motivate, relevance, and pace7,8,9.Both of these systems are good examples of how technology can be used effectively to
Logic Controller Education,” Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 13(4), Dec 2005, pp. 266279.2. Hsieh, S. and Hsieh, P.Y., “An Integrated Virtual Learning System for Programmable Logic Controller,” Journal of Engineering Education, 93(2), April, 2004.3. Hsieh, S. and Hsieh, P.Y., “Animations and Intelligent Tutoring Systems for Programmable Logic Controller Education,” International Journal of Engineering Education, 19(2), 2003.4. Hsieh, S., “Reconfigurable and Scalable Automated Systems Projects for Manufacturing Automation and Control Education,” 2011 ASEE Annual Conference [PDF].5. Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Programmable_logic_controller6. Plc-scada-dcs.blogspot.com, http://plc-scada-dcs.blogspot.com/2013/12
environments is common in some disciplines. For training purposes, this isespecially true in scenarios that require potentially hazardous or costly situations have turned tothe use of computer simulations to create “virtual” training environments. Flight simulators areubiquitous training tools in which both military and commercial pilots are able to hone theirskills in emergency situations. Surgeons now have the ability to practice virtual robotic surgeryprocedures. Also, astronauts are able to simulate payload and docking procedures in virtualenvironments.In the most sophisticated of these applications, the ability of these virtual environments toreplicate real world experiences is enhanced through coordinated motion (as in flight simulators)and
, in the US and alsoresource-limited areas of the world where is little healthcare infrastructure.Virtual Manufacturing Science Laboratory with Robotic Ultrasonic WeldingIn the process of animating this process in SolidWorks, the various positions of the robot weresetup so that it can trace the robotic motion and complete the ultrasonic welding process. Figure 4shows the screenshots from the simulation of ultrasonic welding process. Students learn how toplan the animation for welding parts and further perfect the 3D models in SolidWorks. These 3Dmodels can be used in the virtual environment to create the entire ultrasonic welding process invirtual reality with a similar simulation where the user can interact with the process by setting upthe
driving base by following the instructions from the Building InstructionsBooklet that was included in the set. The instructions were straightforward and easy to assemble.I did not have any difficulties in assembling the robot. First, I sorted out the parts into differentcompartments of the tray, so the parts were easy to find, and then put the parts togetheraccording to the instructions. The brick takes several hours to charge, so the care must be takento charge it before programming. All the USB cables must be inserted the correct way, otherwisethe robot would not work.I made the robot display images and make sounds, using the programming software. To make therobot look and sound like an animal, I tried different eye expressions (angry, crazy
, Sustainable resource recovery and zero waste approaches. Elsevier, 2019.[11] M. Finkbeiner, A. Inaba, R. Tan, K. Christiansen, and H.-J. Klüppel, "The new international standards for life cycle assessment: ISO 14040 and ISO 14044," The international journal of life cycle assessment, vol. 11, no. 2, pp. 80-85, 2006.[12] T.-L. B. Tseng et al., "Embedding Computer Simulation Based Classroom Activities to Enhance the Learning Experience for Manufacturing Systems," 2020.[13] T.-L. B. T. Aditya Akundi, Md Fashiar Rahman, and Eric D Smith, "Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Evaluation Using Ultrasonic Testing Equipment to EnhanceWorkforce Skillset for Modern Manufacturing," presented at the ASEE Annual Conferences
University. His area of expertise is in CAD/CAM, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, rapid prototyping and qual- ity control. His research interest includes sensor based condition monitoring of CNC machining, machine tool accuracy characterization and enhancement, non-invasive surgical tool design, reverse engineering and bio materials.Prof. Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso Dr. Tseng is a Professor and Chair of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering at UTEP. His research focuses on the computational intelligence, data mining, bio- informatics and advanced manu- facturing. Dr. Tseng published in many refereed journals such as IEEE Transactions, IIE Transaction, Journal of