Considering the vital role of higher education institutions (HEIs) in accomplishing sustainable development goals, this study examines the ways in which sustainability is integrated into mechanical engineering master’s programs in the selected...
The internationalized higher education in Engineering has made the sustainable future of Chinese regional universities prosper in the recent decade. The teaching practices of engineering courses pose many challenges in Sino–foreign joint underg...
DynPy is an open-source library implemented in Python (version 3.10.12) programming language which aims to provide a versatile set of functionalities for mechanical and electrical engineers. It enables the user to model, solve, simulate, and report a...
Increasing mechanical design complexity and volume, particularly in component-based manufacturing, require scalable, traceable, and efficient design processes. In this research, a modular in-house automation platform using Autodesk Inventor’s A...
The increasing accumulation of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles represents a significant environmental challenge due to their high consumption and limited recovery. The purpose of this study was to develop a sustainable alternative for reusin...
Designing new mechatronic systems for vehicle applications is a complex and time-consuming process. The increasing computational power allows us to generate automatically novel and new mechatronic discrete-topology concepts in an efficient manner. Us...
Open water flume tanks with closed-loop circulation driven by centrifugal pumps are essential for hydro experimentation in academic settings as well as research centers. The device is also attractive due to its versatility and easy-to-maintain charac...
In this paper, we experimentally investigate the influence of storage at 40 °C on the shape memory performance and mechanical behavior of a pre-stretched commercial poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA). This is to simulate the scenario in many applic...
Development of an advanced electromechanical system requires a blend of technical expertise and knowledge, from electrical and mechanical engineering to software and system engineering. Engineers working in this field must be able to understand and a...
Automotive engineering is an area of great value and development. Lately, it has evolved rapidly because of autonomous vehicles. The development of smart mobility will be crucial in the coming years. Related research and companies related to intellig...
This study aims to integrate extension limit screening, engineering evaluation, and casing-shoe depth search into a decision-support method for offshore extended-reach wells. The method combines open-hole, mechanical, and hydraulic extension limits w...
This survey examines how mechanical engineers are being prepared to be responsible stewards of the environment by offering a multi-channeled look at a diverse collection of twelve US colleges and universities, with connections to the larger global co...
This paper presents an innovative approach to teaching mechatronics at the bachelor’s level, using the design and construction of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) as a comprehensive example of a mechatronic system. The course, titled Laborator...
Background/Objectives: The accelerating global concern for the mental health of university students necessitates delivering intervention programs. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a 5-week blended counseling group program...
To meet the demand of talents in the rapid and sustainable development of the steel manufacturing industry and the needs of the local development of green and intelligent steel technology, this paper presented a reformed training program of intellige...
Given the complexity and diversity of rock formations, existing constitutive models struggle to accurately portray their mechanical properties, leading to substantial discrepancies between numerical simulation outcomes and reality. This inadequacy fa...
Most engineering structures are composed of basic components such as plates, shells, and beams, and their dynamic characteristics under explosion load determine the impact resistance of the structure. In this paper, a three-dimensional composite stee...
Legacy software systems remain operational in many organizations because of their long-standing business value, yet structural degradation and outdated documentation make them increasingly difficult to understand and modernize. Existing reverse-engin...
The diffusion progress of grout is hindered by groundwater, which means the diffusion distance cannot reach the designed values required in engineering for water plugging or reinforcement. In this study, based on the generalized Darcy’s law and...
Nowadays, antivirus is one of the most popular tools used to protect computer systems. Diverse antivirus vendors are established to protect their customers against malware. However, antivirus is facing some critical problems, such as significant dete...
Perceptions, attitudes and anticipated behavior represent very useful information for decision and policy makers before they implement proposed new policies. Road safety is one of the most critical fields in the built environment. In the Kingdom of S...
Problem-based learning (PBL) approaches are well-accepted and disseminated and have been intensively employed in several engineering programs. This article aims to present a teaching experience in which PBL was applied in one course of a mechanical e...
Nowadays, global engineers need to be equipped with professional skills and knowledge to solve 21st century problems. The educational program, created in digital learning rooms of the Higher Engineering Education Alliance Program (HEEAP) program supp...
This paper presents a methodology to program the weak coupling between magnetic and structural vector fields in an electromagnetic device modeled in two dimensions. The magneto-mechanical coupling phenomenon is present in electromagnetic devices wher...
The conservation of the environment and the use of clean energy is one of the main concerns of international governments. In this sense, encouraging the use of clean energy, both locally, nationally, and internationally, contributes to the developmen...
This study assessed farmers’ perceptions of the outcomes of the Campaign-Based Watershed Management (CBWM) program in Ethiopia, and how this influences their willingness to participate in the program. Key informant interviews, a household surve...
Seas and oceans offer great potential as a widely available source of clean and renewable energy near high energy consumption centers. This source of energy is a valuable option in the energy transition and in energy matrix decarbonization. Wave ener...
The transesterification process for biodiesel production is constrained by high thermal input, prolonged residence time, and intensive mechanical agitation. This study investigates process intensification via hydrodynamic cavitation using a custom-bu...
Mechanical properties are crucial parameters for scaffold design for bone tissue engineering; therefore, it is important to understand the definitions of the mechanical properties of bones and relevant analysis methods, such that tissue engineers can...
Important industrial applications are based on magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), which concerns the flow of electrically conducting fluids immersed in external magnetic fields. Using the Finite Volume Method, we performed a 3D numerical study of the MHD fl...
This paper presents the application of conic programming methods to the limit analysis of plane rigid-plastic problems in structural and geotechnical engineering. The approach is based on the formulation of yield criteria as second-order cone constra...
Entirely grouted cable tendons are commonly used in mining engineering. They have superior working ability in reinforcing the excavated rocks and soils. During the working process of cable tendons, the force-transferring ability and the corresponding...
The performance of the marine sliding bearing affects the reliability of marine engineering directly. Nevertheless, sliding bearings are subjected to frictional forces and problems, such as wear and fatigue, that occur after long-term use, which lead...
Recent developments in higher education have transformed teaching–learning processes across disciplines, including structural mechanics in civil engineering programs. However, reports on innovative teaching practices in structural engineering a...
To face contemporary problems, international engineers must be trained in advanced learning environments and with professional skills and knowledge. Sponsored by USAID (US Agency for International Development), the Build-IT (Building University-Indus...
Rapid pressure fluctuations—known as hydraulic transients—occur during valve operations or load changes in turbines and pumps. The presence of biofouling, particularly caused by the golden mussel (Limnoperna fortunei), can intensify these...
Cultured meat refers to the production of animal tissue by utilizing the same techniques as tissue engineering through cell culture. Various biomaterials have been designed to serve as in vitro supports for cell viability, growth, and migration. In t...
Innovative pedagogies that nurture higher-order competencies such as autonomy and problem-solving are critical in graduate STEM contexts. This study conceptualizes Thinking Classrooms as a pedagogical framework for graduate engineering education and...
Capstone projects have been an established vehicle of student–industry engagement in a university setting. In engineering, capstone projects are a point of transition from student to professional, as student engineers gain practical work experience a...
Engineering requires more bachelor’s degree graduates to meet the growing demand for engineering skills globally. One way to address this demand is increasing student degree completion, which is lower than higher education in general. In partic...
This study performed a 3D CFD analysis on a GP3 rotary engine to determine the stroke and flow characteristics and examine the thermal- and flow-related design factors’ validity. The 3D CFD analysis was performed using the CONVERGE program, uti...
This study offers a complete analysis of the use of deep learning or machine learning, as well as precise recommendations on how these methods could be used in the creation of machine components and nodes. The examples in this thesis are intended to...
Tool wear in machining is inevitable, and determining the precise moment to change the tool is challenging, as the tool transitions from the steady wear phase to the rapid wear phase, where wear accelerates significantly. If the tool is not replaced...
Building energy simulation programs are used for optimal sizing of building systems to reduce excessive energy wastage. Such programs employ thermo-dynamic algorithms to estimate every aspect of the target building with a certain level of accuracy. C...
This work aims to develop a low-cost human hand prosthesis manufactured through additive manufacturing. The methodology used for the development of the prosthesis used affordable and low-cost materials in the market. Tensile testing was performed to...
The loss of energy by heat is a common problem in almost all areas of industry, and heat pipes are essential to increase efficiency and reduce energy waste. However, in many cases, they have complex theoretical equations with high percentages of erro...
Electromagnetic riveting (EMR) is a high-speed solid-state joining technique with growing relevance in aerospace manufacturing, particularly for titanium alloys such as Ti-6Al-4V. Although the mechanical behavior of EMR joints has been previously stu...
In the response surface methodology (RSM), the designed experiment helps create interfactor orthogonality and interpretable response models for the purpose of process and design optimization. However, along with the development of data-recording tech...
Effects of heating rate and temperature on thermal-pyrolytic yield of a plastic-waste mixture were studied in a semi-batch reactor. The temperature in the range of 380–460 °C and heating rates of 10, 19, and 28 °C/min were evaluated thr...
Engineering education continues to grapple with the shift from lecture-centered instruction to approaches that connect theory with practice and strengthen transferable competencies. This study examines an educational intervention in the Bachelor&rsqu...
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