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Aerospace Division (AERO) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yilin Feng, California State University, Los Angeles

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Paper ID #42470Board 1: Empowering Underrepresented Minority Students in One AviationProgram: Integrating a National Airport Design Competition into the CurriculumDr. Yilin Feng, California State University, Los Angeles Yilin Feng is an assistant professor at California State University, Los Angeles. She received her Ph.D. degree from Purdue University. Her research interest is in airport simulation, operation, and management. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Empowering Underrepresented Minority Students in One Aviation Program

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AERO 1: Rocketry and Space Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jacob Michael Blocker; Benjamin Ahn, The Ohio State University

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universities andengineering faculty members interested in collaborating with such clubs to introduce real-world problemsand demonstrations in their rocketry courses.1. Introduction and History of Cyclone Rocketry ClubThe Cyclone Rocketry club is an engineering club at Iowa State University (ISU) in the U.S. that providesstudents with hands-on experience in designing, manufacturing, and testing large, high-power rockets.Cyclone Rocketry’s mission statement is “to educate, challenge, and inspire the Iowa State students,community, and future generations about rocketry, science, engineering, and space exploration.” AlthoughCyclone Rocketry is a relatively new organization, only in its fifth year as of 2022, it is well-respectedwithin the Iowa State

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AERO 1: Rocketry and Space Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Megan Ennis, University of Michigan; Elizabeth Ann Strehl, University of Michigan; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan; Corin L. Bowen, California State University, Los Angeles; Oliver Jia-Richards, University of Michigan

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motivationAerospace engineering is not exempt from its social responsibility, as is seen through the issuesof space resource mining, orbital debris pollution, the military-industrial complex, space tourism,and space territorialization. Current engineering education not only disconnects students fromtheir social influence as practicing engineers but perpetuates injustices by denying theirdestructive effects within a supposedly meritocratic culture [1]. Only focusing on the technicalcomponents of an engineering role assumes that the social responsibility lies with others in theirfield, for example people in leadership positions or activists. However, if within aerospaceengineering everyone assumes others hold the responsibility then no one believes they hold

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AERO 1: Rocketry and Space Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Juhyun Kim, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Timothy Plomin, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Heather Ruth Arnett, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Luisa-Maria Rosu, I-STEM, (Illinois Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) Education Initiative; Joshua Rovey, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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classrooms enhances studentfoundational knowledge, hands-on capabilities, and overall engineering design aptitude.Integrating hands-on activities into massive open online courses (MOOCs) could increasestudent access to more real-life learning opportunities. This paper reports on instructor(s)experiences while developing and implementing an introductory rocketry course with bothonline and hands-on components intended for high school and early collegiate students.IntroductionFrom 2016 to 2021, the space industry grew by an estimated 18.4% [1] with nearly half of thegrowth occurring in 2021. The demand for work in the space and defense industry is high. Yet,many young students still do not see a place for themselves in the industry, especially

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AERO 1: Rocketry and Space Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Irving Buchwald, Clarkson University; Michael C.F. Bazzocchi, Clarkson University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

objectives are outlined. The framework for laboratoryactivities designed to fulfill the learning objectives and integrations into aerospace curricula wereexamined to connect the developed laboratory activities to undergraduate courses and academicprojects.1. IntroductionThe collection of Earth observation data relies on ground stations. In order to prepare aerospacestudents to work with satellites and space systems, they need to be aware of ground stations andtheir key functions. In the past, the cost of ground stations has limited their use to governmentand private space sectors, but with the decreasing cost of ground station components, groundstations are becoming more accessible to university aerospace programs. The next class ofaerospace

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mollie Johnson, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Rea Lavi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Olivier Ladislas de Weck, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Prabhat Hajela, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Luca Carlone, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Siyi Hu, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Marcus Abate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Zeyad Awwad, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Yun Chang, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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bridge the gap between theoretical knowl-edge and hands-on experience within the confines of the classroom. VR has the power to immerseusers in interactive environments and provide them with unparalleled opportunities for learning, asevidenced by its success in several university courses [1]. In the field of aerospace engineering–where spatial thinking and three-dimensional visualization are essential skills– the potential forVR to enhance pedagogical methodologies is promising [2]. Recognizing this potential, this paperdetails the design, development, execution, and analysis of an experimental course on aerospaceengineering fundamentals taught using VR technologies. This study seeks to determine the impactof VR on student learning outcomes and

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University

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study may provide opportunities for high school student development and the criticalrole a university professor and advisor may play in enabling this development.Literature Review:Literature is rife with convincing arguments about the benefits of involving students in researchearly in their academic careers. Sandnes et. al. assert that advancing the research agenda of adepartment, while nurturing the academic skills of the student, is a win-win scenario [1]. Gradeschool students are often involved in summer camps, research student assistantships, and othershort-term studies where they are only able to make limited contributions. However, talentedstudents can be engaged in research while they are still in their high school. These students

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tracy L. Yother, Purdue University ; Seongjun Ha, Purdue University

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firstelectrically powered airplane model, the "Radio Queen", flew in 1957. In 1957, NACA flew aMartin B-57 on hydrogen. There have even been attempts to power flight with nuclear power inthe 1950s. While there have been attempts to power flight by different means, none haveendured. Electrical power is trying to be the first alternate form of propulsion to gather asignificant portion of the market share. Currently, aerospace companies are pushing toward for certification with electric-powered aircraft. The eDA40 flight trainer from Diamond Aircraft received FAA certification inJuly 2023 [1]. The Pipistrel Virus SW 128 was EASA certified in 2020 [2]. Joby Aviation is over80% complete with its Stage 3 certification and is delivering aircraft to the Air

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashley Habig, Purdue University ; Caroline K. Marete, Purdue University ; Debra Henneberry, Purdue University ; Cheng Wang, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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broaden and strengthen the pipeline of graduates, thereby contributing positively tothe challenge of developing a diverse and robust industry workforce.Keywords: Aviation Education, Collegiate Aviation, Aviation Maintenance, Professional FlightTechnology, Aviation Management, MentorshipIntroduction The lack of all forms of diversity in the aviation and aerospace industry is a concern formany stakeholders. The marginal representation of women in various aviation and aerospacecareers has been addressed in previous studies [1], [2], [3]. Women are underrepresented acrossall levels of aviation careers starting from young female aviators in collegiate programs and atthe C-Suite level where women represent only 6% of airline chief executive

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AERO 2: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zachary Stein, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Bonnie Swan, University of Central Florida (Program Evaluation and Educational Research); Seetha Raghavan, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

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formalizing extensive pre-trip activities prior to research abroad improved participant outcomes. The findings support the conclusion that exposing undergraduate and graduate students to the challenges of an international research environment has impacts that carry on to the future workplace. Index Terms International programs, Intercultural competence, Research evaluation criteria I. I NTRODUCTION Engineering challenges and problems are increasingly global in nature necessitating an international effort to address variedissues pertaining to sustainability, health, and security [1]. This globalization of

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AERO 2: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vicleese Sloan, University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Department of Engineering and Aviation Science, Aviation Management Senior Student; Fasil Tesfaye Amado, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Cameron Smith; Bryan Stivell Campbell, University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Willie L. Brown Jr., University of Maryland Eastern Shore; Lanju Mei, University of Maryland Eastern Shore

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(PBL) of aerospace and aviationdesigns, specifically focusing on UAS integration. The validation of peer-to-peer interaction as aperformance measure has led to the development of a framework to enhance flight operation.The four KPIs for measuring the overall effectiveness of the project solution are based on theuser guide for rotorcraft systems and include:: • Indicator 1: Investigation of key performance measures and the flight analysis data related to the ability to create an interactive model according to the user’s decision- making approach; • Indicator 2: Interpretability of the system design requirements and the UAS integration to performance the necessary input to execute in various conditions and limitations; • Indicator 3

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AERO 2: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zain Zafar Khan; Zachary Alan Sobelman; Sharanabasaweshwara Asundi, Old Dominion University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

printing system consisted of 4 different subsystems - thestructural subsystem, the XY axis subsystem, the Z bed subsystem, and the bottom plate thathouses the components of the electrical system. Using the separate part files, the Monarch Xteam was able to construct a complete model in Fusion 360. The complete model can be seen inFigure 1 and consist of the 4 integrated subsystems where black components represent thestructural system, yellow components represent the printer head as well as the electricalsubsystem, red components represent the battery packs, blue components represent steppermotors, and gray components encompass the Z bed plate and the base mounting plate of the fullsystem. Figure 1: Overall Physical 3D

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AERO 2: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shantanu Gupta, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Mary E. Johnson Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Jiansen Wang, Purdue University

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affectsairport capacity and aircraft fuel burn. Aircraft operations, including taxi operations, contributeto fuel consumption and engine exhaust emissions at airports [1]. When taxiing, the fuelefficiency of stop-and-go situations is 35% higher than that in unimpeded situations [2].Hotspots are areas that have a history or potential risk of collisions or runway incursions [3]. Ingeneral, hotspots are complex or confusing taxiway/taxiway or taxiway/runway intersections atan airport, which are identified and depicted on the respective airport diagrams by the FederalAviation Administration (FAA)[4]. In this paper, the researchers aim to better understand taxitime at airports, and the potential effect of the number of airport hotspots on the taxi time at

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Djedjiga Belfadel, Fairfield University; Danushka Bandara, Fairfield University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

analysisproject, concluding with survey results that reflect the program’s contribution to student development andinterdisciplinary learning. 1. Introduction and BackgroundUndergraduate research has become an essential component of higher education, offering studentsopportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real-world problems while developing critical thinking,technical skills, and professional competencies. At Fairfield University, the URSR program exemplifiesthis approach by providing a structured, immersive research experience. Now in its third year, theprogram continues to grow in scope and impact, fostering collaboration between students and facultywhile tackling a wide array of challenges.Undergraduate research (UR) has been consistently

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael C. Hatfield, University of Alaska Fairbanks; Denise Thorsen, University of Alaska Fairbanks

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aerospace experience in the field of rocketry and launchoperations. This course provides students with the requisite academic knowledge and technicalexperience needed to successfully design and build small rockets, and to train them in safe andeffective launch and recovery operations. The course provides students with the foundationalknowledge and tools needed to chart a career in rocket design and launch operations, and tosuccessfully compete for technical grants involving rocket research and operations.This paper will detail: (1) the course organization and how it has been structured to satisfy studentinterests in gaining hands-on engineering design experience and familiarity with conducting safe andeffective launch operations; (2) how student

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui, Sam Houston State University; Ali Dinc, Sam Houston State University; Joice Hill, Sam Houston State University; Emma Elizabeth Robles; Addym Paul Jackson, Sam Houston State University; Francis Coker, Sam Houston State University

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-meterwingspan. Similar design challenges have been addressed in other SAE competitions, such as thehigh-performance designs of WPI UAV teams [1], and the use of lightweight yet durable materialsby previous SAE Aero Design participants [2]. The capstone project is designed to emphasizesystems thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practical application of engineeringknowledge. This project will serve as an educational tool for students to learn professionalengineering processes and provide practical insights into weight distribution, structural integrity,and power constraints. However, the team will not participate in the official competition due totime constraints. The capstone project emphasizes systems thinking, interdisciplinary

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Chene Chetcuti, United States Military Academy; Brodie Hoyer, United States Military Academy; Aaron T Hill Jr. P.E., United States Military Academy; Drew Alan Curriston

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developmentIntroduction/Motivation According to STEM education data from the U.S. National Science Foundation from2002-2012, Aerospace Engineering had the largest percentage change of engineering fields,,while the number of bachelor’s degrees in aerospace engineering more than doubled during that10-year period [1]. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbookforecasts that the demand for aerospace engineers will continue to increase, with a projected jobgrowth of 6% between 2023 and 2033 [2]. Such data supports trends that are easily observablewith the growth of the airline industry, commercial space races with companies such as BlueOrigin and SpaceX, and the proliferation of drone technology. As a result, several universitieshave

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sabrina Olson, University of Michigan; Oliver Jia-Richards, University of Michigan; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan

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to design a space mission concept, delivered as a final report at the conclusionof the course. In the semester discussed in this paper, 87 students were enrolled in the course.The course is designed to satisfy ABET Student Outcomes 1-7. Specifically, the primary learningobjectives for the course were listed as teamwork, communication, analysis/design, technicalissues, design process, nontechnical drivers, industry-level rigor, professional exposure, andmacroethics. Each learning objective was expanded upon in the syllabus; for example, theteamwork learning objective was described as “students will work in groups and learn abouttechniques needed to create effective engineering teams.” Similarly, the macroethics learningobjective was explained

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Favour Ocheja, Purdue School of Aviation Transportation Technology; Tracy L Yother, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette

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alternative fuels.The aviation sector relies on kerosene-based fuels, which are linked to substantial carbonemissions and, hence, a major contributor to climate change, with air travel continuing to growwith the expansion of the global economy [1]. The aviation industry is transforming as it seekssustainable alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. Aviation accounts for approximately 2.5% ofglobal CO₂ emissions, and with increasing regulatory pressure, there is an urgent need forcleaner propulsion technologies [2].Hydrogen has emerged as a promising alternative due to its high energy content and ability toenable zero-emission flights. However, challenges associated with the constrained air transportenergy paradigm emphasize the need for alternative

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mollie Johnson, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Rea Lavi, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Olivier Ladislas de Weck, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Luca Carlone, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Yun Chang, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Prabhat Hajela, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

advanced technology that immerses users in computer-generatedenvironments that they can interact with in a realistic and engaging manner. Traditional VRsystems include a head-mounted display (HMD) headset that tracks the user’s position, as well ascontrollers for input. Though most commonly used in entertainment and gaming [1], VRtechnology has significant applications in the aerospace industry as a means of boostingproductivity and in education as an interactive platform for learning. However, the overlapbetween the two– VR for aerospace education– is a niche field. By creating controlled virtualenvironments, VR can transform knowledge acquisition and practical skill development in arisk-free setting.The primary advantages of VR lie in its

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lani McGuire, The Ohio State University; Benjamin Ahn, The Ohio State University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

and then branching out throughconnecting themes from the literature gathered. This allowed us to paint a holistic view of thetypes of engineering student experiences. The first keywords consisted of “learning experiences”, “aerospace”, “mechanical”, and“engineering”. This combination of search terms did not yield many results as “learningexperiences” does not seem to be a widely established term in the literature. In addition to that,the additional restrictions of “aerospace” and “mechanical” further restricted the results.However, some of the literature discovered unveiled the Academic Pathways Study (APS) [1], amulti-institutional, longitudinal study that observed undergraduate student pathways toengineering. The findings from this

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 2 - Student Papers 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alex Richard Duffy, The Pennsylvania State University; Edward C. Smith, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Danielle Bock, Pennsylvania State University; Reed Ladewig, Pennsylvania State University; Adi Nagarajan, Pennsylvania State University; Samay Shingatwar, The Pennsylvania State University; Samantha Rae Coleman, Pennsylvania State University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1 - Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zachary Taillefer, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Diversity

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

) Workforce Study of end-use manufacturers, the number ofwomen in A&D has stayed around 26%. A similar trend has been observed with underrepresentedcommunities of color, with only 10% of respondent’s workers identifying as Black and just lessthan 9% as Hispanic/Latino [1]. Thus, organizations are exploring different ways to improve talentattraction and retention by improving employee benefits, instituting flexible work models,upskilling existing employees and continuing to make diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) apriority. Despite these efforts employee turnover and attrition rates remain a concern. Thedemographic numbers for aerospace engineering students across the US are better than theworkforce numbers; however, there is still significant

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD) Technical Session 6: Challenges and Coping Strategies of Engineering Graduate Students

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Aldridge, The Ohio State University; Nicole M. Else-Quest, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Joseph Roy, American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE); So Yoon Yoon, University of Cincinnati

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Diversity

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Aerospace Division (AERO), Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

Engineering Doctoral Student Retention from an Organizational Climate and Intersectional Perspective: A Targeted Literature Review of Engineering Education Literature The National Science Board has declared that the long-term vitality of the U.S.workforce relies on the full range of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)career pathways being available to all Americans. This declaration was premised on theincreasing diversity in the U.S. population [1] and the need for multiple perspectives to thecomplex problems faced by society [2]. Thus, the National Science Foundation, the NationalAcademies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, the American Institutes of Research, andthe Council

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AERO 5: Student Success

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tracy L. Yother, Purdue University, West Lafayette ; Mary E. Johnson, Ph.D., Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

, Indiana. She earned her BS, MS and PhD in Industrial Engineering from The Univers ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Identification of Student Outcomes for the Electric Propulsion Aircraft Industry Based on Industry-developed Consensus StandardsIntroduction Electric-drive cars are becoming more common on the roads, so it is imaginable toforesee a time when electric propulsion aircraft and air mobility vehicles are in the airspace.With over 200 electric aircraft in development in 2023, the market size for electric propulsionaircraft is expected to exceed $25 billion by 2030 [1]. With regulations and internationalconsensus driving the

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AERO 5: Student Success

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian D. Ritchie, The Ohio State University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

Engineering Network (KEEN) developed a framework [1] tosupplement the engineering skills already taught to students with outcomes that support thedevelopment of the entrepreneurial mindset (EM) to better prepare engineering students to bepracticing engineers. This framework includes a set of educational outcomes based on the 3C’sof EM (Demonstrating Curiosity, Making Connections, and Creating Value). Entrepreneuriallyminded learning (EML) is an evidence-based practice that improves student learning outcomesand the student experience in engineering courses. Grzybowski [2] demonstrated improvedstudent performance in an EML-infused first-year course compared to the traditional course.Carnasciali [3] presented an assessment of EM learning outcomes

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AERO 5: Student Success

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University; Zachary Reinert, Texas A&M University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

engineering students especially face the cruciality of crossing discipline boundaries in orderto “address global, sustainability challenges” such as “providing access to clean water, increasingthe use of solar energy, and managing nutrients cycles” [1]. Because these complex challengescannot be overcome within one domain, educational institutions are recognizing the importanceof developing interdisciplinary skills within the minds of students. The authors believe thatintroducing interactive learning activities that tie various domains to the aerospace engineeringdiscipline spurs both greater understanding of aerospace concepts and expands students’outlooks on the applicability of an education in aerospace engineering. Thus, the construction

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AERO 3: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University; M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

alsoincluded.IntroductionA learning environment that engages students cognitively, affectively, and behaviorally is anessential component of the larger engagement that include elements such as sense of belonging,and institutional support [1]. Cognitive engagement supports deeper understanding of thelearning materials, affective engagement encourages students to be vested in their learning, andbehavioral engagement fosters an environment of on-task behavior conducive to learning. Therelationship between engagement and various markers of academic success and learning hasbeen empirically studied extensively and found to be positively correlated [1] - [6]. Activelearning has been reported as an effective pedagogy for cognitive engagement [7], [8]. Studentmotivation is

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AERO 5: Student Success

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Casillas, Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

the world. Developments overthe past decade have focused on sustainable long-distance aviation technologies, urban airmobility, low-cost access to space, and the commercialization of human spaceflight, to name buta few. These and other projects continue to demand talented engineers to support their researchand development. The NSF REDO-E grant supporting this study identifies several ways in whichdiversity in engineering consistently yields improvements across many facets of the discipline.Groups with higher diversity consistently demonstrate improved overall performance [1] as wellas improved understanding of relevant subject matter [2]. Such groups are also more adept atmaking ethical decisions [3], which is of especially critical

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AERO 4: New Technologies and Strategic Applications

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

the team.United Consulting provides expert consulting engineering and geotechnical services for the builtenvironment. There are three basic missions to be accomplished by the UAS: 1) Survey a largearea of land to collect topographical data, 2) Bridge inspection and 3) Manhole probing mission.For 1st and 2nd missions, optical cameras are the primary payloads. For the manhole probingmission, a unique module is designed to lower a data collection tube, encased in a rigid telescopingmechanism into a manhole, while the UAS hover overhead. The tube collects air quality data. Keyrequirements include the ability of the UAS to maintain a minimum flight endurance of 30 minutesfor the heaviest (manhole probing) mission, have a flight range of one 1 mile