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Impact of Digital Twins in Engineering Education: Enhancing Learning Motivation and Accessibility - A Review Study with a Proposed New Solution

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Location

Portland, Oregon

Publication Date

June 23, 2024

Start Date

June 23, 2024

End Date

July 12, 2024

Conference Session

MECH - Technical Session 7: Assessment and Evaluation in Engineering Education

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

Tagged Topic

Diversity

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Kalon Ma Bienz California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Devon Bountry California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Chang Rui Liu California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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Behnam Ghalamchi

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Abstract

This study presents an in-depth exploration of the implications of integrating digital twins into engineering education. Drawing on an extensive review of published research papers, conference papers, and case studies, the research is structured into several key chapters focusing on the definition of digital twins (DT), their relationship with engineering education, their influence on diversity and inclusion, and their alignment with ethical engineering principles. The study culminates in proposing a novel approach to integrating digital twins into engineering education. We propose a new lab for the mechanical vibrations course, based on the concept of digital twins, to create an identical model of the physical object, which can communicate wirelessly.

Findings from a comprehensive analysis of multiple studies suggest that the integration of digital twins has the potential to significantly enhance learning motivation and retention in engineering education. Notably, leveraging strategies such as game-centered learning, personalized learning, and virtual prototyping can effectively promote these outcomes. Of particular significance is the observation that digital twins can diversify the range of laboratory options within engineering classes without entailing additional equipment costs. Consequently, this expansion of resources mitigates barriers for students, providing them with a wider array of learning tools without imposing supplementary financial burdens or prerequisites.

Bienz, K. M., & Bountry, D., & Liu, C. R., & Ghalamchi, B. (2024, June), Impact of Digital Twins in Engineering Education: Enhancing Learning Motivation and Accessibility - A Review Study with a Proposed New Solution Paper presented at 2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Portland, Oregon. https://peer.asee.org/47555

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