Daiquiri Zozaya from the ASC lab showcased her work at the CoNECD 2024 conference held in Washington DC. Her poster presentation titled "Shared.Futures: Empowering Art, Inspiring Science through ArtScience" garnered attention from diverse audiences at the event. CoNECD stands as the sole conference dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the engineering and computing workforce, encompassing various underrepresented groups such as gender identity, race, disability, veterans, LGBTQ+, first-generation, and socio-economic status. The conference's vision, pronounced as "connected," aims to provide a platform for discussing current research and practices aimed at fostering diversity and inclusivity across engineering and computing professions.
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On Wednesday, January 31, the ASC Lab had the pleasure of hosting an architectural design class from the University of New Mexico (UNM). Led by the Tamera Begay, the class is currently engaged in a unique project: the development of an outdoor cooking learning area for the Native American Community Academy (NACA). The collaborative effort aims to integrate cutting-edge 3D printing techniques into the architectural design, creating components made from locally sourced natural resources, including the region's soil. The ambitious partnership between UNM and NACA seeks to not only enhance the learning environment but also explore sustainable building practices that harmonize with the local ecosystem. This interdisciplinary endeavor exemplifies the spirit of innovation and collaboration fostered at ASC Lab, where diverse fields converge to shape the future of construction and design. As the students delve into the realms of architecture, technology, and sustainable practices, the project promises to be a beacon of creativity and forward-thinking solutions. PhD student Muhammad Saeed Zafar from the ASC lab took the spotlight at the 59th Paving Conference held in Albuquerque in January 2024. The event, renowned for paving the way in the field of transportation infrastructure, provided the perfect platform for Muhammad Saeed to present his cutting-edge work. The work was done in collaboration with Amir Bakhshi and resulted in 3D printable ultra ductile materials. Muhammad Saeed's presentation, titled "Developing 3D Printable Self-Reinforced Materials for Transportation Infrastructures," captivated the audience, sparking excitement and keen interest. The innovative approach to creating self-reinforced materials through 3D printing techniques not only demonstrated technical prowess but also opened new avenues for sustainable and resilient transportation solutions. The engaging session was marked by a dynamic exchange of ideas, with the audience expressing their enthusiasm through insightful questions and discussions. This research not only earned acknowledgment for its technical merit but also for its potential to revolutionize the way we approach and construct transportation infrastructure. In a recent announcement, the CE305 Concrete Mix Design Competition revealed three outstanding teams clinching the first to third-place awards along with certificates of excellence. The competition provided undergraduate students with a unique opportunity to formulate sustainable concrete mixes, aligning with both strength and cost-effectiveness criteria. After designing their mixes, the teams cast them and measured their strength seven days later. The triumphant teams, demonstrating both cost-effectiveness and robust strength in their concrete mixes, were honored as the winners of this highly competitive event. Reza Sedghi, the Teaching Assistant for the CE305 lab, presented the well-deserved certificates to the accomplished teams. Reza Sedghi and Daiquiri Zozaya made a notable impact at the 2023 Shared Knowledge Conference hosted by the University of New Mexico (UNM). Their research posters indicated their dedication to academic excellence in the area of additive manufacturing of sustainable and lightweight construction materials. Their participation exemplified the university's commitment to fostering the intellectual growth of its students and researchers, contributing to a culture of innovation and inquiry at UNM.
Daiquiri Zozaya, a dedicated student from the ASC Lab, has been honored with the prestigious Bohannan-Houston Scholarship in Civil Engineering for the 2022/2023 academic year. This scholarship recognizes Daiquiri 's outstanding contributions to the field and their commitment to advancing civil engineering
Christopher Vreeland, a senior undergraduate student at UNM, has been honored with the prestigious NSF S STEAM award. Congratulations to Chris for this remarkable achievement, and keep up the great work.
On September 5th, Dr. Maryam Hojati and Daiquiri Zozaya from the ASC lab at UNM played host to a team of distinguished visitors. Among them were Andreas Hernandez, Director of the Sustainability Studies Program, Sandra West from The City of Albuquerque Sustainability Office, Amy Rosebrough from the NM Climate Bureau, and Benjamin Warner from Geography and Environmental Studies. The purpose of their visit was to explore potential collaborations and research opportunities in the future.
Christopher Vreeland Joins ASC Lab as an Undergraduate Students in the Shared Credit Program8/21/2023 The Structural Engineers Association of New Mexico (SEANM) awards scholarships to select junior and senior students at New Mexico's prominent universities, including UNM, NMSU, and NMT. This nomination is a tribute to students with a strong passion for Structural Engineering. Christopher Vreeland, a senior student from UNM's ASC lab, has been nominated. Congratulations, Chris, and well done on this achievement!
ASC lab team is proud to host the UNITE Summer Program, an exciting educational initiative for high school students. On June 22nd, and July 17, ASC lab welcomed approximately 45 high school students for a day filled with exploration and learning.
The event is carefully crafted to provide students with an immersive experience in the world of engineering. The schedule includes:
Dr. Hojati from ASC lab will collaborate with a team led by Charles “Chip” Shearer, a Senior Research Scientist at the Institute of Meteoritics (IOM) and a Research Professor in the Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences. Their collaborative effort will contribute to the Center for Advanced Sample Analysis of Astro materials from the Moon and Beyond (CASA Moon), which has secured $7.5 million in funding over the next five years. The focus of their research will be the comprehensive study of the lunar crust through the analysis of lunar samples.
NEWs Link1 NEWs Link2 Reza Sedghi, a PhD student in ASC lab, was chosen to attend the ACCELNET 3D Printing workshop that will be held at UT Austin June 27 - 29, 2023. Congratulations Reza and way to go!
Joseph Grout and Ethan Cipriano Rodriguez, two undergraduate AFRL space scholars from Texas State University, will intern with ASC Lab throughout the summer of 2023. Their focus will be on the 3D concrete printing project, where they will explore the potential impact of emerging technologies like free-form construction, such as 3D printing, on the future of the construction industry. They will work with PhD students, Muhammad Saeed Zafar and Reza Sedghi, to learn about different aspects of 3D printing.
Muhammad Saeed Zafar from ASC lab defended his PhD proposal on "Towards 3D Printed Concrete for Infrastructural Applications: Fresh properties, Printability, and Reinforcement." Way to go Saeed!
Shiva Bhusal, an MS student from the ASC lab, has successfully defended his Structural Engineering thesis titled " 3D Printing of Earthen Materials: Toward the Carbon-Zero Construction" Congratulations, Shiva!
Muhammad Saeed Zafar, an ASC Lab's PhD Student, presented his Innovative Study on 3D-Printed green cementitious materials entitled at "Designing 3D printable Eco-Concrete by utilizing biodegradable rheology modifiers." ACI Convention 2023 in San Francisco"
Amir Bakhshi, ASC Lab's MS Student, Shines at ACI Convention 2023 with Innovative Presentation4/2/2023 At the ACI Convention 2023 in San Francisco, held in April 2023, Amir Bakhshi, a dedicated MS student from the ASC lab, presented a compelling talk titled "Exploring Mechanical Properties of 3D-Printed Engineered Cementitious Composites with Ultra-High Tensile Strain Capacity."
Dana Al Shanti and Alexandria Morrow have recently joined the ASC lab to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on the NASA MINDs Challenge. Their focus will be working alongside Dr. Maryam Hojati and PhD student Reza Sedghi to design construction materials for the Chili House project.
NEWs Link Amir Bakshi, an MS student from the ASC lab, has successfully defended his Construction Engineering thesis titled "Additive Manufacturing of Engineered Cementitious Composites with Ultra-High Tensile Ductility" Congratulations, Amir!
Kourosh Rashidi, an MS student from the ASC lab, has successfully defended his Construction Engineering thesis titled " Additive Manufacturing of Lightweight Concrete Mixtures" Congratulations, Kourosh!
Muhammad Saeed Zafar, a PhD candidate from the ASC lab, showcased his research paper titled "Towards 3D-Printable Engineered Cementitious Composites: Mix Design Proportioning, Flowability, and Mechanical Performance" at the 2022 Tran-SET Conference. The conference took place in Austin, TX, and was hosted by the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
In June and July 2022, members of the ASC lab team hosted middle school and high school students at the Dana material and structural labs. During these events, the ASC lab provided students with guided tours of their facilities, #d printer, presented a lecture abut role of civil engineer and bridge engineer and organized engaging hands-on activities. These activities included a bridge-building competition and the creation of fun concrete pieces. The event was organized by Engineering Summer Academy and Engineering Student Success Center at UNM School of Engineering.
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