The Rationale and Definition of Applied Research in Polytechnics

Short Abstract: The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. Polytechnics are applied by nature as is the research, which is less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. A sound rationale for the type of research conducted in Polytechnics will be presented. Full Abstract: The 21st Century version of the Polytechnic is focused on the integration of technology and systems thinking. It is applied by nature and the research is also applied and less theoretical than found in Science and Engineering. When looking at Pasteur’s quadrant or the Revised Dynamic Model and with an understanding for the historical context and definition for each quadrant, it is clear that the faculty and students in Polytechnics should be focused on research that falls within use-inspired basic research (Pasteur) and pure applied research (Edison). This research is inspired for a practical end that aligns perfectly with engineering technology or applied engineering as a discipline. Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery have many opportunities to engage in research which is use inspired; that is with a specific end goal in mind that will solve problems or enhance existing techniques and processes. Faculty in Polytechnics engaged in Discovery aslo have many opportunities to engage in research that is purely applied in nature where the specific goal is to apply technology in novel ways to solve problems, extend existing technology, or create new technologies

A Genetic Algorithm Based Optimization Framework To Visualize, Evaluate, And Modify 3D Space Configurations In Desktop VR

This paper presents the design and implementation of a Desktop VR (Virtual Reality) framework for generating and evaluating Pareto-optimal alternate 3D spatial configurations using GA (genetic algorithms). The 3-tier framework involves the generation of the Pareto-optimal plans using GA which are subsequently visualized first using a Java-based 2D Interface and finally in the form of a 3D VR scene. The search spaces (function domains) are extremely large in today’s multifaceted interior design situations, and the optimization procedure involves conflicting objective functions, and limitations in the form of constraint functions. The interior space allocation problem is formulated and implemented as the ‘‘optimal configuration of artifacts’’. When using GAs, a group of Pareto-optimal solutions (Pareto set) are available for the planners and decision-makers, wherefrom one solution ought to be picked. Therefore, this study applies a tool to not only visually evaluate the plans, but also to interact with those plans to develop them further if needed. Besides enabling the optimal spatial configuration of the scene elements, this framework also facilitates evaluation and interaction via the 3D VR worlds. The framework aids the proactive exploration, analysis, and finalization of design aspects such as color, size, lighting, etc. of the various elements prior to the actual construction. The results demonstrate the robust performance of the GA and the final 3D VR environment with dynamic interactive capabilities. This final interface facilitates ‘‘GA-Compliant’’ transformations and scene modifications thereby facilitating the exploration and examination of alternative scene configurations

Autocad for engenering graphics

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Fundamentals of cad

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Introduction to graphics communications for engineers

230 p. : ill. ; 26 cm

Technical graphics communication

This book consists of the following discussions : introduction to technical graphics, the engineering design process, technical drawing tools, sketching and text, design visualization, fundamental of technical graphics, three-dimensional modeling, multiview drawing etc

Fundamentals of graphics communication, 5th ed./ Bertoline

xxvi, 655 hal.: ill, tab.; 28 cm