The remote experimentation as the practical-oriented basis of inclusive engineering education

The challenges and solutions for inclusive engineering education are discussed in this paper. We propose remote experimentation as the practical-oriented basis to train engineers with disabilities in the fields of Computer Science and Information Technologies. The structure and the functionality of international GOLDi network that unites partner universities from Germany, Australia, Ukraine, Armenia and Georgia is given. The possibilities of REIoT complex for studying the features of embedded systems design and Internet of Things technologies as well as an overview of ISRT laboratory for embedded software development and testing are given. The presented Remote Laboratories are successfully used to improve educational services quality and accessibility as well as to strengthen the practical component of the learning process

Expanding the remote experiment set with the 3Axis Portal physical model

The problem of insufficient variety of experiments with physical models in laboratory workshops for distance learning in the design of control systems is posed. It is caused by the limited operations with the physical model when using the interface at the level of electromechanics control. The way of solving the problem is substantiated: the transition from electromechanics control of physical models of devices to control systems for the processes of using these devices. The proposed way to increase the number of types of experiments is illustrated with examples of systems for using popular physical models of an elevator, storage warehouse and production cell. However, the main focus is on expanding the functionality of the physical model 3-Axis Portal. These possibilities are realized by equipping the portal head of the base model with new sensors and actuators, improving the loads with which the portal works and using new types of active surfaces in the working field of the portal. Based on the aggregation of the proposed nodes with the basic portal model, sixteen types of systems for setting up remote experiments are described. The structures of these systems, elements of implementation and variants of experiments are described, which relate to the design of digital control systems, visualization of sorting algorithms, technical diagnostics of electronic assemblies, pattern recognition and other relevant topics for teaching students of engineering specialties

Techniques and tools for virtual and remote experiments

The question of virtual and remote labs development and integration in common e-learning infrastructure is very popular last years. Many engineering and science studies, including on material sciences, are based on theoretical knowledge. Engineering students nevertheless also need a lot of practical work/laboratories to acquire the knowledge and skills in procedures they will have to use in their professional career. Since time and other resources are limited to make available real life infrastructure in a classroom teaching environment, the introduction of a remote and virtual lab environment is considered as an efficient tradeoff between the necessity for lab work, and the above mentioned boundary conditions.status: publishe

E-learning concept for the properties of materials remote study

This paper describes how remote and virtual laboratories can support students in material properties study. The structure of the course and division of the study materials are described. The educational environment used for virtual and remote laboratories is presented.status: publishe

Measurement of Efficiency of International Multinational Projects

In international projects it is quite difficult to estimate the efficiency because of different risk factors involved. In this article authors suggest an approach for project efficiency assessment based on Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and its implementation for two international projects funded by the European Union “Modernization of two cycles (MA, BA) of competence-based curricula in Material Engineering according to the best experience of Bologna Process” (MMATENG, 543994-TEMPUS-1-2013-1-BE-TEMPUS-JPCR) and “Development of Embedded System Courses with implementation of Innovative Virtual approaches for Integration of Research, Education and Production in UA, GE, AM”, (DESIRE, 544091-TEMPUS-1-2013-1-BE-TEMPUS-JPCR).status: publishe

Architectural characteristics and educational possibilities of the remote laboratory in materials properties

In this paper the architectural features of a remote laboratory for the study of mechanical properties of materials are considered and the role of the remote lab in the blended learning in Material Sciencesstatus: publishe

Architectural characteristics and educational possibilities of the remote laboratory in materials properties

In this paper the architectural features of a remote laboratory for the study of mechanical properties of materials are considered and the role of the remote lab in the blended learning in Material Sciencesstatus: publishe

Influence of Alkaline Earth Metals on Structure Formation and Magnesium Alloy Properties

The main aim of this work is to improve the structure and properties of the magnesium alloy ML5 by modifying it with alkaline earth metals (ALM). The separate and joint influence of calcium and barium on the macrostructure and microstructure of the alloy of Mg-Al-Zn system was investigated. The qualitative and quantitative estimation of the structural components was carried out. Alkali earth metals were included in complex intermetallic phases and serve as additional crystallization centers. Modification of magnesium alloys with alkaline earth metals is established in an amount of 0.05 to 0.1 wt. % increased the bulk percentage of intermetallic phases by ~1.5 times, shifting them towards smaller size groups while simultaneously forming spherical intermetallic phases located in the grain centre and serving as additional crystallization centers. In this case, grain size reduction and significant refinement of the alloy structural components were provided. The dependency of the separate and joint influence of alkali earth metals on the castings complex of properties of the magnesium alloy has been established. Thus, a separate modification of the ML5 alloy provided the maximum level of its strength and ductility with the addition of 0.1% Ca or Ba. The modification of the complex (0.1% Ca + 0.1% Ba) of the magnesium alloy decreased the dimensions of its structural components 1.5 times and increased the strength of the alloy by 20%, the ductility by 2 times and the long-term heat resistance 1.5 times due to the formation of the intermetallic phases of the complex composition. Linear dependences were obtained that describe the influence of the characteristics of the structural components of the modified magnesium alloy on its mechanical properties. The developed technology for modifying cast magnesium alloys with alkaline earth elements provides an improvement in casting quality and allows the reliability and durability of responsible casting operation

Iterative Pattern for the Embedding of Remote Laboratories in the Educational Process

In the paper pattern for the embedding of remote experiments into study curricula are considered. Two case studies of remote laboratories development and maintenance are described. SWOT analysis is suggested as the start point for any remote laboratory and educational infrastructure for its development. The quality assessment plan for the courses based on remote laboratories is suggested.status: publishe

Hybrid Models of Studied Objects Using Remote Laboratories for Teaching Design of Control Systems

This paper present models of studied objects with the help of remote laboratories containing physical and software components. These hybrid models were described as an integrated system with a hierarchy of controls. The functional structure of hybrid models was formalized using set theory. There are described examples of hybrid models, which software component contains subsystems of virtual models, models of the “hidden” part, the technical state models and environment models of the studied object. There are considered teaching scenarios of hybrid models application. It was given an example of design teaching scenario of diagnostic subsystem of a traffic light