Research of Additive Manufactured (3D printed) Methods

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The Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) develops and infuses innovative technologies to provide excellent facilities and realistic training lands for the Department of Defense (DOD). Products and services from CERL research enhance the Army’s ability to design, build, operate and maintain its installations and contingency bases and to ensure environmental quality at the lowest life-cycle cost. Excellent facilities support the Army’s training, readiness, mobilization and sustainability missions. An adequate infrastructure and realistic training lands are critical assets to installations in carrying out their military mission.

The internship will be to assist in the research of additive manufactured (3D printed) methods as it is applied to large-scale concrete 3D printing as part of the Additive Construction Program. This will include the investigation of gantry and robotic arm systems for printing applications, researching improvements to equipment and their user interfaces, increasing the size of the flow system while also maintaining control over it, participating in any demonstrations, and assisting in the testing of these strategies for large scale printing applications.

This research will enhance the participant's education in Mechanical Engineering by giving exposure to a new technology that is being introduced into the field. This will provide the participant with an opportunity to learn through problem solving experiences, including problem solving on the fly. This includes further exposure to mechanical processes, design, construction practices, structural systems, material development, and technology validation.

An ORISE appointment period can be a short-term (less than 2 weeks), summer (10-12 weeks), or yearlong appointment. Faculty appointments are generally for 10-12 weeks during the summer, but appointments during the academic year are also available. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

Participants will receive a stipend to be determined by USACE. Stipends are typically based on the participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:

The participant will not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DOD, or any other office or agency. Instead, the participant will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment.

Preferred Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics (or within 1 year of completion)

Background in Mechanical Engineering

Background in 3D printing or CNC

Desired Appointment Start Date: June 15, 2019

U.S. Citizenship Required