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AERO 5: Student Success

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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theproblems.To protect students’ identities, no confidential or personally identifiable information wascollected, including previous grades or GPA information. However, each participant wasexpected to produce several distinct records: one response for each survey, an online submissioncovering both problems, and their scratch work. All of these documents needed to be associatedwith the participant that created them. To accomplish this, a double letter code system wascreated. The first letter of the code, either A or B, indicated whether the participant was in thecontrol (A) or experimental (B) group. This distinction was not explained to the participants. Thesecond letter of the code ranged from A to Z, accommodating up to 26 participants in eachgroup

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 4

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Erik Nelson, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Christine Nicole Nelson; Mason Henry, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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different expectations, and with the flipped classroom approach, there aremore nuances due to different student personalities and how that affects the learning process.Furthermore, how does one determine which students put forth the work and effort worthy of anA letter grade compared to students doing B or C quality work? This has evolved a lot throughoutthe M2I program and will continue to evolve to improve the methodology and hopefully find theoptimal way to assess this style of class.In recent semesters, we have been using a combination of having students submit their time spenton the project, with a minimum number of hours required per credit hour, and submitting a shortpresentation, often referred to as a quad chart. An example of this quad

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AERO 4: New Technologies and Strategic Applications

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conducted the redesign of the UAVusing SolidWorks and Fusion360 CAD software. To make the electric UAV fly on Mars, itswingspan had to be increased from 1.5 m to 3.8 m, yet weight needed to be reduced, so its ratherbulky fuselage was reduced in volume by 2/3rd, and a light-weight carbon fiber/epoxy compositewas used for all structural components. The current electric motor and batteries seemed toprovide sufficient power. During this 3-week project, the students were able to a) learn andunderstand the basic aerodynamic theory, b) learn the differences between Earth’s and Mar’satmosphere, develop & use Excel spreadsheets, and use the FOILSIM III software. c) Theyevaluated trade-offs between gross weight, take-off speeds, air density, wing area

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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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/s11948-005-0006-3.[6] N. A. Andrade and D. Tomblin, “Engineering and Sustainability: The Challenge of Integrating Social and Ethical Issues into a Technical Course,” 2018.[7] A. Benham et al., “Developing and Implementing an Aerospace Macroethics Lesson in a Required Sophomore Course,” in 2021 IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), 2021, pp. 1–9. doi: 10.1109/FIE49875.2021.9637172.[8] A. Gupta, “A Practitioner Account of Integrating Macro-ethics Discussion in an Engineering Design Class,” Jul. 2017. doi: 10.18260/1-2–27498.[9] B. Jimerson, E. Park, V. Lohani, and S. Culver, “Enhancing Engineering Ethics Curriculum by Analyzing Students’ Perception,” Jun. 2013, p. 23.530.1-23.530.15. doi: 10.18260/1-2–19544.[10] Palmer

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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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Awards, Grants, and Fellowships Awarded 7 6 Pursued Graduate Schoolb 8 - Invention Disclosures, Patent Applications 2 - N = 27 total students (17 Undergraduates and 10 Graduates) a Students enrolled as undergraduates during their first semester of the IRES program are considered as such within the scientific outcomes. b Only applicable to students considered as undergraduates at the start of the program. TABLE

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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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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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Superintendent of the United States Military Academy," Apr. 25,1921, File Number 351.051, Aerodynamics Course (1918-1925), United States Military AcademyPermanent Records.[12] D. MacArthur, "Memorandum to the Chief of the Army Air Service," Apr. 19, 1921, File Number351.051, Aerodynamics Course (1918-1925), United States Military Academy Permanent Records.[13] S. Braddom, B. Crawford, R. Melnyk, and B. Stringer, "The United States Military Academy FlightLaboratory Program: A Hands-On Approach to Engineering Education," in 2005 American Society forEngineering Education Annual Convention, Portland, OR, Jun. 12-15, 2005.[14] U.S. News & World Report, "United States Military Academy," [Online]. Available:https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/west-point

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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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-person lecture and discussion format with textbookssuch as Airport Planning & Management by Seth B. Young and Alexander T. Wells [3] and theFAA advisory circulars and articles in news and journals. It was taught remotely online in 2020and 2021 fall semesters due to the pandemic and was redeveloped in 2022 fall semester when theuniversity moved back to in-person classes. One significant change was adding the ACRPUniversity Design Competition to the course structure as a student team project to enhancestudents' engagement and hands-on experience. This competition, which evolved from theformer FAA Design Competition for Universities, aims to foster college students’ engagement inaddressing pertinent challenges within the aviation domain. The

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 3 - Student Papers 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Taylor St. Fleur, Prairie View A&M University; Jianren Zhou, Prairie View A&M University; Minghui Xu, Clemson University; Yuhao Xu, Clemson University

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Paper ID #47934Emulating NASA’s Structural Strength Test Procedures with the CentaurV-Upper Stage of the ULA Vulcan Rocket: Findings from a Student Internshipat NASA MarshallTaylor St. Fleur, Prairie View A&M UniversityDr. Jianren Zhou, Prairie View A&M University Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering.Mr. Minghui Xu, Clemson University Minghui Xu is currently a Ph.D. student at Clemson University. His research focuses on droplet combustion science and image analysis.Dr. Yuhao Xu, Clemson University Yuhao Xu received a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. He is currently an Assistant

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 3 - Student Papers 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leila Noelle Smalls, Prairie View A&M University; Ethan Bisgaard, NASA; Jianren Zhou, Prairie View A&M University; Minghui Xu, Clemson University; Yuhao Xu, Clemson University

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Paper ID #47926Design of Access Platforms for Assembly Tooling on the Payload AttachmentFitting (PAF) for NASA’s Space Launch SystemLeila Noelle Smalls, Prairie View A&M UniversityEthan Bisgaard, NASADr. Jianren Zhou, Prairie View A&M University Professor, Department of Mechanical EngineeringMinghui Xu, Clemson University Minghui Xu is currently a Ph.D. student at Clemson University. His research focuses on droplet combustion science and image analysis.Dr. Yuhao Xu, Clemson University Yuhao Xu received a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. He is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department

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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

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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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Paper ID #39418Engineering doctoral student retention and persistence from anorganizational climate and intersectional perspective: A targeted reviewof engineering education literatureDr. Julie Aldridge, The Ohio State University My background and research interests are in organizational change, innovation, and leadership. My cur- rent work focuses on organizational climate to better support the retention of engineering doctoral students from diverse groups to degree completion.Dr. Nicole M. Else-Quest, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Nicole M. Else-Quest is Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Women’s and

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 4 - Teaching Methodology

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Kuester, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; Maria Smith, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

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. The student commentedthat their calculated value was slightly higher than the value stated in their book; this led to aclass discussion about why that would be the case. (For the calculation, the student did notaccount for the altitude of the orbit and used the radius of the moon as orbital radius.) Figure 1: Example calculation from a student presentation (picture boxed out for copyright purposes)ResultsThe learning objectives of the project were assessed directly (through matching pre- and post-project questionnaires) and indirectly (through conversations with students). The pre-questionnaire (shown in Appendix B) was administered during class within one week of thestudents selecting their book

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AERO 4: New Technologies and Strategic Applications

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth "Elisha" M.H. Garcia Ph.D. PE, United States Coast Guard Academy

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: https://peer.asee.org/23989. [Accessed Feb 22, 2023].[7] L. Howe and J. Holles. "An Undergraduate Research Methods Class: Results andExperiences from Initial Offerings”, 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Minneapolis,MN, 2022, August. ASEE Conferences, 2022. [Online]. Available: https://peer.asee.org/41321.[Accessed Feb 22, 2023].[8] B. Liaw and I. Voiculescu, “An Integral Analytical Numerical Experimental Pedagogy for ASystem Dynamics and Control Course”, 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition, Honolulu,Hawaii, 2007, June. ASEE Conferences, 2007. [Online]. Available: https://peer.asee.org/1696.[Accessed Feb 22, 2023].[9] D. E. Palmgren and B. B. Rogers, "A Subsonic Wind Tunnel Facility for UndergraduateEngineering Technology

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

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have inquired about use of the mobile launcher in support of ongoing research efforts. It is theauthor’s belief that the USAFA program will continue to see ebbs and flows in the program interestand size.The interested reader can find various news articles, pictures, and video segments of the USAFAFalconLaunch program online, which may be of some utility for those desiring to pattern a similareffort. Some representative pictures from the program are included in Appendix B of this paper andshow possible futures for the UAF rocketry program. Hands-On Aerospace Engineering – Learning By Doing: RocketryUAF Program. The University of Alaska’s Rocket Systems Design course is expected to accomplishmuch the same as was done with the

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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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designs andcapabilities in response to hazards, environments, and user performance [8] [9]. The projectyielded three key findings, including the implementation of standardized user interactions fordata discoveries and recommendations, the integration of complex systems and decisionstrategies to assess risk under operational conditions, and the exploration of rotorcraftperformance through standardized data collection methods to investigate flight parameters. Thethree (3) finding offered this project the ability to: a) Implement the capabilities and functional designs to standardize the user interactions regarding data discoveries and recommendations; b) UAS integration of complex systems and the decision strategies for mission driven

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 5 - Pedagogy & Aviation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Waterloo Tsutsui, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Yinchien Huang, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Derek Carpenter, Purdue University; Jitesh H Panchal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Daniel DeLaurentis, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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specifics and organizing upward [20, 21]. The use of ontology provides aframework enabling classification (e.g., alpha, beta, and gamma levels), consistency checks, andgap identification in Aerospace systems engineering [22, 23], supporting more structured andreliable processes in systems design and analysis [24, 25]. Similarly, structured visualizationframeworks in engineering education have demonstrated effectiveness in helping studentsunderstand complex physical concepts such as deformation and stress in aerospacestructures [26].Since the fundamental idea of ontology is to define relationships between entities in the form of“A is a B,” the ontology-based approach facilitates the modeling and analysis of relationshipsamong various systems

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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students. The interviews were conducted virtually using Zoom® platform and transcribed usingZoom® transcribe. The transcripts were stored in a safe folder per the IRB requirements andwere only accessible to the research team. Transcripts were then uploaded to NVIVO® softwarefor analysis. Two researchers read each transcript twice to verify accuracy. The first read helped theresearchers familiarize themselves with the participant responses. In the second read, theresearchers developed preliminary codes (Appendix B) based on the research questions. Thecodes were revised to develop the final themes. The following seven themes emerged from thecoding process.Theme 1. Motivation for pursuing aviation as a career Motivation for

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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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discussed above, a selection of B, C, and D motors were tested as possiblecandidates. After testing in the field, the Estes C5 motor was determined to be the best fit for thecourse. This was mainly due to its unique thrust curve (Figure 4).The thrust curve in Figure 4 displays a graph of thrust vs time. To overcome the limitations of aheavy rocket takeoff, we looked for engines with a high thrust in the beginning that would ensurea safe takeoff (if the rocket comes off the rail slowly, it is unstable). What also needs to beconsidered is the delay charge (time between thrust and parachute deployment). Afterconsidering the range of payload mass for the rocket, the optimal delay charge for all rockets wasthe best at around 3 seconds, therefore we use

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 3 - Student Papers 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Huy Trung Huong, University of Bridgeport; Sushma Gudi, University of Bridgeport; Vamsi Sripada, University of Bridgeport; Juan David Urrea Vargas, University of Bridgeport; Mohammad Omar AL-Torzi, University of Bridgeport; Karissa Bird, University of Bridgeport; Jani Macari Pallis, University of Bridgeport

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from the ground were received by the telemetry payload and relayed to the visualpayload via a local Bluetooth network using HC-05 modules. After executing the command, thetelemetry system transmitted confirmation back to the ground, enabling the next command to beissued. (a) Internal view of primary robotics payload (b) Command processing unit Figure 2: Overview of HAM’s 2015 internal components and control systems configuration The updated configuration will feature streamlined circuitry through printed circuit boards(PCBs), along with a reduction in overall payload weight. Additional upgrades include dual GPStracking systems for improved accuracy and redundancy, an onboard venting system for precisecontrol of ascent and

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 4 - Teaching Methodology

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Russell William Mailen, Auburn University; Jeffrey LaMondia, Auburn University; Sushil Adhikari P.E., Auburn University; Katharine H. Brown, Auburn University; Christopher Ryan Basgier, Auburn University; Jordan Harshman, Auburn University

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Writing Rubric for Engineering Design,” International Journal of Engineering Pedagogy (iJEP), vol. 8, no. 1, Art. no. 1, Feb. 2018, doi: 10.3991/ijep.v8i1.7728.[17] Y. Karlen, “The development of a new instrument to assess metacognitive strategy knowledge about academic writing and its relation to self-regulated writing and writing performance,” Journal of Writing Research, vol. 9, no. 1, pp. 61–86, Jun. 2017, doi: 10.17239/jowr-2017.09.01.03.[18] S.-J. Cindy Lin, B. W. Monroe, and G. A. Troia, “Development of Writing Knowledge in Grades 2–8: A Comparison of Typically Developing Writers and Their Struggling Peers,” Reading & Writing Quarterly, vol. 23, no. 3, pp. 207–230, May 2007, doi: 10.1080

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 5 - Pedagogy & Aviation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mabior Deng Kuer Mabior, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Caroline K Marete, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)

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regional contexts and help support equitable progress toward global decarbonizationgoals. Figure 2 shows the “Fixes that backfire” system archetype, which illustrates how genericaviation education that fails to take into consideration important aspects such as epistemologicalframeworks and socio-economic disparities leads to well-intentioned but superficial educationalsolutions to sustainability issues in aviation education, which in many cases result in undesiredconsequences. Figure 2: Fixes that Backfire System Archetype Diagram Illustrating the Impact of GenericSustainability Education on Persistent Challenges in Achieving Aviation Decarbonization Goals. Note: B denotes a balancing loop, and R denotes a reinforcing loop. Plus (+) and minus

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AERO 3: Innovative Pedagogy and Hands-on Learning 2

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig Merrett, Clarkson University; J. W. Adams, Clarkson University; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan; Jessica Swenson, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Heritage MuseumVincent Burnelli Burnelli CBY-3 New England Air East Granby, CT MuseumJim “Slug” LTV A-7B San Diego Air San Diego, CAKidrick Corsair II and Space MuseumLindell Hendrix Consolidated B-24 National Museum of Pooler, GA Liberator the Mighty Eighth Air ForceBen Rich Lockheed F-117 Museum of Aviation Robins AFB, GA NighthawkF-8 pilots Vought F-8 National Naval Pensacola, Crusader Aviation Museum

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Aerospace Division (AERO) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Christian . Janke ., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide; Yuetong Lin, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide; Ghazal Barari, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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piloted systems or platforms where a human is a merepassenger, rather than a pilot.Figure 4: Comparison of a typical electric motor for a drone (A) and a standard layout electricmotor (B)The Bachelor of Science in Uncrewed & Autonomous Systems uses Computer Aided Design(CAD) in courses, such as UNSY 318 - Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Robotics to introducecomponents of aerial robotic platforms and the associated electric propulsion. Figure 4 shows thedifference between typical electric drone motor and a standard electric motor used in industrypurposes in CAD models.The design principles used for larger and more complex drones merge the foundational conceptsof traditional aeronautical engineering with cutting-edge, digitally driven robotics

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AERO 5: Student Success

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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are covered. Introduces center of gravity theory, defines how to locate centers of gravity, and introduces weight and balance procedures for engineering technology, not covered by flight ground school [14].” In this course, students are introduced to electric propulsion nomenclature, applicable aircraft configurations, and applicable standards and federal laws for aircraft design. b) In AT 26200 Basic Aircraft Powerplant Technology, this course is “A study of the design, construction, and operating practices of aircraft reciprocating and small gas turbine engines. Laboratory exercises emphasize airworthiness evaluation, fault-isolation techniques, and standard service/maintenance practices [14

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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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Zachary Taillefer, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Paper ID #48594Assessing the Impact of Evidence-based Programming in an ExperimentationCourse using Aerospace Engineering ApplicationsDr. Zachary Taillefer, Worcester Polytechnic Institute ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work-in-Progress: Assessing the Impact of Evidence-based Programming in an Experimentation Course using Aerospace Engineering ApplicationsAbstractThis study evaluates the impact of evidence-based programming – specifically active learningthrough hands-on experiments – within a course on experimentation and data science, focused onaerospace