Conference Session

What's New in Dynamics?

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Peter Avitabile, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Jeffrey Hodgkins, University of Massachusetts-Lowell

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Mechanical Engineering

system. This GUI allows the user to vary the resistance andcapacitance and view the resulting time response due to a unit step input. The GUI is shown inFigure 1. Along with the GUI interface, the input parameter selection and output informationcomputed for the first order system are shown. The input parameters can be selected either withmanual entry for specific values or using slider bars for varying the resistance and capacitancevalues. The output of the time constant and settling time are updated as the user selects variousvalues for the RC circuit. Page 11.479.3Figure 1 – MATLAB 1st Order System Characterization – Time Response

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Technical Session: Assessment and Accreditation: Making the Grade!

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Vallorie Peridier, Temple University

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Mechanical Engineering

Paper ID #28822A faculty-directed Continuous Improvement regimen with intentionalABET/SO 1-7 scaffoldingDr. Vallorie Peridier, Temple University Vallorie Peridier is Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Mechanical Engineering, Temple Univer- sity (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). She holds a BA in physics (Bryn Mawr College), a Ph.D. in engineering mathematics (Lehigh University), and she worked in industry seven years prior to joining the engineering faculty at Temple University. Dr. Peridier is also the BS ME Program Assessment Coordinator for the College of Engineering c American Society for

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Schumack, University of Detroit Mercy

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Mechanical Engineering

of a reasonable solution.Rowland [1] described how units can be used to deduce how given quantities should becombined to give a particular result (for instance, how velocity and area can be used to determinevolumetric flow rate). He also discussed how the units cancellation process can provide a checkof the validity of equations, both in choice of governing equations and whether any algebraicmanipulations were done properly. His study suggested that students accept governing equationswithout much thought about the need for dimensional homogeneity, supporting the finding bycognitive scientists that “humans tend to discriminate only as finely as necessary.” He discussedthe inclination of students to interpret constants in relationships as

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Bo Tao, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering

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Mechanical Engineering

regularly gained a deeper understanding ofthe materials and achieved a better grade as part of the participants' academic performance.IntroductionGroup studying has become more and more popular in today’s teamwork-focused highereducation environment. Through meta-analysis of outcome research in undergraduate STEMeducation, Springer, et.al.1 show that various forms of small group learning are effective inpromoting greater academic achievement and increased persistence through STEM courses andprograms. The group studying environment offers students the opportunity to engage in a morein-depth discussion with peers, sharing information and knowledge about a course they are 1collectively enrolled in

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jason Andrew Roney, University of Denver; Breigh Nonte Roszelle, University of Denver; Matt Gordon P.E., University of Denver; Bradley Davidson, University of Denver

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Mechanical Engineering

first-year engineering experiences, engineering assessment, and active learning pedagogy.Dr. Matt Gordon P.E., University of Denver Dr. Matt Gordon is Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering. His research areas include numerical and experimental plasma physics, chemical and physical vapor depo- sition, electronic packaging, and bio-medical engineering. He has supervised to completion 26 MSME students and 5 PhD students. Publications include 1 book chapter, 32 journal publications, 47 refereed conference proceedings, 29 non-refereed publications, and 27 non-refereed presentations. He is respon- sible for funds as PI or Co-PI from 52 separate proposals totaling almost $6,500,000

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jingyu Wang, University of Oklahoma; Nyree Mason, Tuskegee University; Firas Akasheh, Tuskegee University; Gül E. Okudan Kremer, Iowa State University; Zahed Siddique, University of Oklahoma; Yingtao Liu, University of Oklahoma

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Mechanical Engineering

. Students focus on practicing simplified engineering problems by solvingequations without understanding the real reasons for certain material behavior at the macro scale[1-3]. It is necessary to help students connect their learning in materials with mechanics at differentscales to improve mechanics education.Due to the current excitement about additive manufacturing, we focus on additively manufacturedmetallic materials to provide a solid platform for engineering analysis of length scale effects onmaterials properties. Our goal is to design and experiment with new approaches to help studentsunderstand the relationship between material structure, processing, and properties. In contrast toconventional and subtractive manufacturing methods, additive

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hamid Vejdani, Lawrence Technological University

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

on their interests and the availability of the courses that are offered during their senior year.These courses are offered such that graduate students can also take them and therefore provide abroad mixture of undergrad and graduate students from different concentrations within thedepartment and sometimes among various majors in college of engineering. One of the greatadvantage of these courses is the potential diversity among the students which can offer muchwider level of insights and discussions in the class which if guided appropriately can lead tocollaborative learning environment and have the potential to incorporate the concepts of industry4.0 [1] in curriculum. These technical elective courses also provide opportunity for

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eleazar Marquez, Rice University; Samuel Garcia Jr., Texas State University; Samuel Molina, Rice University

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Mechanical Engineering

visualize theirbehavior and correlate between theoretical concepts and physical applications. As a result, studentsare acquainted with calculation requirements/procedures, design considerations, potential sourcesof failure, and cost reduction factors.I. BACKGROUND AND MOTIVATIONThere are various teaching pedagogical approaches that have been identified to enhance studentcomprehension and scholarship abilities in engineering education. One of the most recurrent isknown as Problem-based learning (PBL), which is centralized towards the acquisition ofknowledge and primarily focuses on developing learners’ self-directed learning capabilities andcritical thinking-skills through problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and team skills [1]. As such,intricate

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

S. M. Mizanoor Rahman, University of West Florida

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Mechanical Engineering

science and engineering students.1. IntroductionThe 7E plan is a powerful tool and a constructivist approach to teaching and learning [1]-[2]. The7E plan consists of 7 sequential stages in teaching and learning that are elicit, engage, explore,explain, elaborate, evaluate, and extend [3]. The 7E model is often used as a conceptual changemodel. This model seems to be a complete and comprehensive teaching tool that initiates witheliciting the interests of the learners and ends up at the future extension of the concepts, and thestages can also be repeated in cyclic order. Within its levels, instructors can work from elicitingdissatisfaction at the beginning to having students extend their new understanding to ensure themisunderstanding has been

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Canino, Trine University; Brett Batson, Trine University

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Mechanical Engineering

using collaborative quizzes. However, they did findthat collaborative quizzes encouraged students to come to class prepared and students who tookcollaborative quizzes viewed the quizzes more favorably. Enz and Frosch come to a similarconclusion stating “Peer collaboration improves quiz scores, is favorably perceived by studentsand enhances their course satisfaction, but does not improve subsequent performance on midtermand final examinations taken noncollaboratively.”13 However, Roa, Collins, and DiCarlo find“completing the quizzes in groups enhances the understanding of the material.”14 Moreover,Leight et al. hypothesis that collaborative testing might improve students’ obtainment of lower-order learning outcomes (Bloom’s levels 1 and 2), but

Conference Session

Learning and Assessment in ME 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ana Dyreson P.E., University of Wisconsin, Madison; Corinne R. Henak, University of Wisconsin, Madison

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

coursework for ME, biomedical (BME), civil, and some otherengineering majors and is typically taken during the sophomore year. Other engineering studentscan take the course as an elective; prerequisites include statics and calculus. The traditionalcourse used the three 50-minute weekly class meetings for lecture. The blended course used thesame class meetings for a mixture of lecture, in-class activities, and problem solving (Table 1).The two non-lecture days were held in a classroom specifically designed to facilitate group workand active learning. The two classes used the same online homework and exam formats.Table 1: Weekly course structures for Traditional and Blended courses in this study Before class Monday

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Raviv, Florida Atlantic University; Daniel Ryan Barb, Florida Atlantic University

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Mechanical Engineering

students have a plethora of distractions available to them. If students feel boredor frustrated with the material, often times they will browse the Internet on their laptops or pullout their phones. They learn differently, more visually and intuitively, and they have shortattention spans. To make them pay attention in class, the material and presentation methodsshould be visually clear, intuitive and engaging. This paper focuses on a visual, example-based, and engaging approach to teaching aspecific Statics concept, namely center of gravity. To teach this concept, the paper sharessupplemental materials that can be introduced during instruction. The paper introduces thisconcept using (1) daily, experience-based examples, such as an elephant

Conference Session

Thermal Fluid Experiment Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

John Michael Cotter, University of South Florida; Rasim Guldiken, University of South Florida

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Mechanical Engineering

students either preferred in-class active learning or were not sure for theSpring2020 semester. The percentage of students preferring online instruction increased for theSummer 2020 and Fall2020 semesters. As an example, just slightly over 50 percent of thestudents preferred in-class instruction as of the Fall2020 semester.Keywords: Active learning, In-class exercises, Fluid mechanics, Online learning exercises,1. IntroductionFluid mechanics is a core course for many, if not all, mechanical, civil, and environmentalengineering undergraduate curriculums throughout the world. However, previous studiesindicated that the students typically view the undergraduate Fluid Mechanics course(s) aschallenging, resulting in low student performance

Conference Session

Computation Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Joan Kathryn Tisdale, University of Colorado Boulder; Angela R. Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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Mechanical Engineering

structure between the two departments yieldsinteresting observations and areas for potential leveraging of advancements within the twodisciplines.Introduction “Education is the most powerful path to sustainability. Economic and technological solutions, political regulations or financial incentives are not enough. We need a fundamental change in the way we think and act.” Irina Bokova, Director - General of UNESCO [1]Sustainability awareness and action are of growing importance for the care and protection ofpeople, societies and cultures; profit, economic feasibility and responsibility; and for theenvironment and life preservation. Engineers have profound impacts on sustainability and itsdevelopment or lack thereof. And thus, it is

Conference Session

Machine Design Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Dennis O'Connor, California State University, Chico

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Mechanical Engineering

wasadministered to help improve this learning modality, and a second survey near the end looked toquantify any said benefits of improved student outcomes. Student feedback and their measuredperformances on each technical writing assignment is presented herein.I. IntroductionAs the Covid-19 pandemic abruptly ended in-person classes, the transition to teaching fullyonline offered both new possibilities and challenges. On one hand, interactive software such asZoom allowed for unique and dynamic lectures which could be recorded and later reviewed bystudents. On the other hand, engaging collaborative projects such as designing and fabricating anelectric ceiling hoist [1] are no longer possible. At Chico State, Mechanical Engineering Design,or MECH 340, is a

Conference Session

Machine Design Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Xiaobin Le P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology; Anthony William Duva P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology; Richard L. Roberts, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Mechanical Engineering

the cap on total credits. Due to the limited time for covering GD&T, weproposed an approach for teaching GD&T fundamentals in an existing course, in which we willfocus on dimension tolerances and types of fits. Because of the complexity of geometrictolerance, we will only explain basic definitions of geometric tolerances and then explainGD&T’s Rule 1, which describes the relationship between dimension tolerances and geometrictolerancing. We chose the course MECH3000-Design of Machine Elements to implement thisapproach because students can directly utilize GD&T fundamentals in their design projects. Theobjectives or the key topics of teaching the GD&T fundamentals in this approach are:• Have a basic understanding of the

Conference Session

Machine Design Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

John A. Mirth, St. Cloud State University

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Mechanical Engineering

Society for Engineering Education, 2021 The Development and Use of Moderated Engineering Teaming Exercises (METE)IntroductionThe purpose of this paper is to define a framework to allow an instructor to effectively teachteaming practices that are consistent with the ABET requirements for teaming. The teamingpractices are developed through the implementation of Mechanical Engineering TeamingExercises (METE) in upper division engineering classes.ABET-EAC accreditation requirements [1] include the following as the fifth of their sevenstudent outcomes:[Students will demonstrate] an ability to function effectively on a team whose members togetherprovide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment

Conference Session

Potpourri - A Mix of All Topics

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jenna Elizabeth Stolzman, Grand Valley State University; Sanjivan Manoharan, Grand Valley State University

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Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

the region of fluid near a surface where a velocity gradient naturallyexists due to the viscosity of the fluid [4]. Due to no-slip boundary condition, the velocity of thefluid that is adjacent to the surface of the body is zero. The velocity of the fluid eventuallyreaches the free stream velocity as the vertical distance increases (Fig. 1). The vertical distancefrom the surface to the point where the local velocity is 99% of the free stream velocity isdefined as the boundary layer thickness [4]. Figure 1: Boundary layer thickness illustrationFor the flow over an airfoil, due to its curvature, the incoming fluid will reach a maximumvelocity, and up until this point it witnesses a favorable pressure gradient (high to

Conference Session

Capstone Design

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Stacie I. Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Julia Noginova, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima, Old Dominion University; Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University

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Mechanical Engineering

(Lappalainen, 2009). To improve teaching and learning of professionalskills in engineering students, several methods have been investigated, including 1) collaborativelearning, 2) interprofessional learning, and 3) service learning. Collaborative learning has beenimplemented to increase learning of concepts as well as higher order thinking (Menske and Chi,2019). Interprofessional learning experiences, which involve students in more than onediscipline, can expose students to communication with a range of audiences, however there arelogistical challenges within interprofessional learning and students may not value theprofessional skills as deeply as the technical skills (Carrico et al., 2020). Finally, service both inthe classroom and at the

Conference Session

Computation Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

David R. Mikesell, Ohio Northern University; John-David S. Yoder, Ohio Northern University

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Mechanical Engineering

following concentrations? Check any that apply.” (Followed by checkboxes and a full list of all concentrations offered for all majors.)  “Think back to when you were choosing which college to attend. Did a concentration offered at ONU make a difference in enrolling here? (Whether or not you are now pursuing one.) o Definitely yes o Somewhat o A small difference o Not at all  “Is there a concentration not currently offered that you would like to see?” (text box)ResultsOverall, 46% of engineering college students responding to the survey report that they arepursuing an academic concentration. Figure 1 shows the breakdown of these students by major

Conference Session

How We Tackled the Pandemic

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ashley J. Earle, York College of Pennsylvania; Alison R. Kennicutt, York College of Pennsylvania

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Mechanical Engineering

the start of the pandemic [1], each specific institution will experience certainstressors in unique ways based on the demographics of the student body. We wanted tounderstand how our students were responding to the added stress of suddenly and drasticallychanging their learning environment and the ways that affected their learning – especially inrelation to mental health.The college mental health crisis has been ongoing in America since the mid-1990s [2]. In 2010,45.6% of students reported feeling hopeless and 30.7% of students reported depressioninterfering with their daily lives. Mental health disorders have been linked to decreased academicperformance, increased risk of drop-out, and decreased functioning after graduation – which arenow

Conference Session

Mechanics & Mechanics Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University

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Mechanical Engineering

today’s global economy, engineering graduates need to be prepared to possess both a strongtechnical skill set and an entrepreneurial mindset (EM) to drive innovations. According toKriewall and Mekemson [1], “an entrepreneurial minded engineer (i.e., an engineer instilled withthe entrepreneurial mindset) places product benefits before design features and leveragestechnology to fill unmet customer needs”. So, an engineer that is entrepreneurially minded canfocus on unmet customer needs and consider the benefits and impact of their designs in additionto their technical details. Many engineering programs and educators have now recognized theimportance of instilling an entrepreneurial mindset and many efforts have been made to improveprograms and

Conference Session

Thermal Fluid Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Soheil Fatehiboroujeni, Cornell University; Matthew J. Ford, Cornell University; Hadas Ritz, Cornell University; Brian J. Kirby, Cornell University; Elizabeth Mills Fisher, Cornell University

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Mechanical Engineering

finding,demonstrating, or building fluid mechanical systems in everyday life. We employ two differentinstruments to track students’ experiences in this course. First, we compare students'performance in a fluid mechanics concept inventory assessment that they take at the end of eachsemester. In addition, we also adopt a set of items from the Motivated Strategies for LearningQuestionnaire (MSLQ) to measure the impacts of these changes on students' motivations andattitudes. We reflect on the implications of this transition process and provide an outline of thefuture developments of this work.1. Introduction Teaching and learning in online or hybrid settings play an ever increasing role in science,technology, engineering and mathematics

Conference Session

Thermal Fluid Experiment Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

James Canino, Trine University; Jon Koch, Trine University

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Mechanical Engineering

motivation and self-assessed learning are discussed.Introduction The importance of hands-on experiences in engineering education has been recognized fordecades [1], yet creating and running an effective hands-on experience, especially in the thermalsciences, is challenging. Several design-build-test projects involving heat exchangers as part of amechanical engineering curriculum have been made [2-5]. Sherwin and Mavromihales reporteda project for students who built cross-flow air-water heat exchangers out of metals tubes that wascarried out for several years [2]. Forsberg presented a capstone design and construction projectinvolving a water-water heat exchanger demonstrator with three modules for double-pipe, cross-flow, and shell and tube

Conference Session

Mechanics & Mechanics Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Eleazar Marquez, Rice University; Samuel Garcia Jr., NASA EPDC

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Mechanical Engineering

performance and scores when visual cuing was incorporated [1] [2], [3],[4], [5]. Marquez and Garcia reported that the physical understanding of fundamental concepts inEngineering Mechanics were strengthened by the integration of visual tools during lecturesessions, and aided their understanding of real-world applications [17].With the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the routinized and normalization of the educationalprocess was thrown into a tailspin that forced both educators and students to adapt to a profoundlydifferent learning environment. This new, complex environment presented educators bothchallenges and opportunities to reimagine, reassess, and reorganize course structure, contentdelivery, and assessments in a complete virtual setting

Conference Session

Learn About Assessment

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

William W. Tsai, California State University Maritime Academy; Amber Janssen, California State University Maritime Academy

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Mechanical Engineering

report in 2019.The processes presented may help engineering programs attempting to address improvement inthis ABET student outcome and motivate interest in increased collaboration with theirengineering library to strengthen instruction in information literacy.IntroductionThe ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) transitioned to a new set of studentoutcomes defined in Criterion 3 in the 2019-2020 academic year, culminating a decade ofreview, assessment, and constituent consultation [1], [2]. However, the new outcomes did notrepresent a full departure from the former outcomes. ABET provided a mapping between the oldand new student outcomes in its accreditation updates [3]. Student Outcome 7 (an ability toacquire and apply new knowledge

Conference Session

Machine Design Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Alan Jones, Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis; Michael Golub, Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis

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Diversity

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Mechanical Engineering

. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Q Longitudinal Study of a Project-Based Learning Methods Replacement for Lecture Based Courses Introduction Incorporating project-based learning into first year experiences for engineering studentshas been shown to improve student motivation and success [1], [2]. Using hands-on projects [3],interdisciplinary projects [4], or implementing project-based learning approaches in courses [5]during the first-year of an engineering curriculum also improves student retention [6]–[8].Project-based learning enhances student learning, improves student self-efficacy [9] and betterprepares students for workplace challenges [10]. However

Conference Session

Mechanical Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ma Muktadir, North Carolina A&T State University; Sun Yi, North Carolina A&T State University

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Mechanical Engineering

-layer or point by point gradually, providing increased freedom ofdesigning the model of the complex structure, rapid customization, lower production waste, rapidprototyping, and the use of materials for printing which includes metal alloys, composite ofpolymers, concrete, and ceramics. Due to the widening of the horizon of the uses of 3D printing,machine learning (ML)-based technologies have been used to improve 3D printing processes. 3Dprinting technologies have been widely applied in many fields, including aerospace, medicine,industry, and beautification. Also, additive manufacturing has been used in biologicaltechnologies, known as 3D bioprinting, which will be widely used for medical or daily purposes[1],[2].In-situ defect detection is

Conference Session

Potpourri - A Mix of All Topics

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Pavan Karra, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

, homework has been splitinto two components, the first (Category 1) dealing with the first three levels of Bloom’staxonomy, and the second (Category 2) dealing with the upper three levels. Category 1homework has been administered electronically and as Mastery-based, while Category 2remained traditional. A concept inventory developed is used to assess Category 1 leveloutcomes. Results are compared between Fall 2019 and 2020. Results indicate statisticallyinsignificant differences due to small class size, but educationally significant results. An anomalyin incoming student quality, as measured by performance in pre-requisite course, complicatedanalysis. Further work will be conducted to study long-term effects of such implementation.Introduction

Conference Session

Computation Related

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Priya T. Goeser, Georgia Southern University; Thomas Murphy, Georgia Southern University; Christopher Williams, Georgia Southern University; David Calamas, Georgia Southern University; Junghun Choi, Georgia Southern University

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Mechanical Engineering

Southern University Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering Georgia Southern University American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 Work-in-Progress: MATLAB Marina: The Primary Resource for MATLAB in a Freshmen Computing Applications for Mechanical Engineering CourseIntroductionCurrent research on the effectiveness of Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) for teachingprogramming shows positive results, including the reinforcement of concepts from lectures,exposure to practical applications and problems, and the ability to meet diverse pedagogicalneeds [1]-[6]. VLEs are used as supplements in courses or in the engineering