Washington, DC Section Newsletter · 2016-12-12 · November 2016 Washington, DC Section Newsletter...

Washington, DC Section Newsletter

October 2016

https://community.asme.org/washington_dc_section/default.aspx

SECTION LEADERSHIP:

Treasurer: Jon Ward 571-215-8981 [email protected]

YOUR SECTION:

1 Local Section News

2 Volunteer Opportunity

3 Engineering in the News

4 Event Calendar

6 ASME Energy Forum

Chairman: Paul Bizot

301-648-5945 [email protected]

Secretary: Roger Schaffer 202-781-1336 [email protected]

Executive Advisor: Kaykham Sysounthorn 571-357-3011 [email protected]

LOCAL SECTION NEWS ASME UPCOMING EVENTS

Group Page Admin: Jason Florek 210-854-2626 [email protected]

TOUR OF TECHSHOP ARLINGTON Date: Week of 1/16/17 to 1/20/17 Time: Start Time 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. Place: TechShop

2110-B Crystal Drive Arlington, VA 22202

Cost: $10-$15 per person (depending on attendance)

We will be holding a tour of TechShop in Crystal City during the third week of January 2017, with light food to be provided afterwards. We would like your input on preferred date/time and equipment to be demonstrated. TechShop is a DIY workshop and fabrication studio with over $1M worth of machines, tools, and software available to members including:

• welding, sheet metal bending equipment • plasma, laser, and water jet cutters • vacuum former, 3D printing, injection molder • CNC mills, CAD software • wood working, industrial sewing equipment

For additional TechShop offerings, see http://techshop.ws/take_classes.html?storeId=12. Please provide feedback on this event (including expected number in your group) by December 19 to Jason Florek at [email protected].

Take control of your local ASME section! Feel free to offer suggestions at any time. The ASME Washington, DC Section is always looking for additional events throughout the year. Please submit any ideas to Jason Florek at [email protected].

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http://techshop.ws/take_classes.html?storeId=12



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NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM PRESENTATION & TOUR Date: Saturday, January 14, 2017 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Place: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Washington, D.C. The Maryland Society of Professional Engineers (MDSPE) Potomac Chapter is inviting the ASME to two events on Saturday January 14, 2017 at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. At 11am, a special presentation on the Revitalization of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum will be given by Rick Flansburg, Deputy Associate Director, Management and Public Programs. The Museum will essentially be rebuilt from floor to ceiling while open for business. The Museum is the most visited Air and Space Museum in the world with about 8 million visitors per year. The attendance to the presentation is limited to 40 people. The presentation will last about 1 hour and be held in the Education Briefing room in the basement of the Museum. Please RSVP with the names of everyone in your group (required by security). Lunch will be on your own. At 1pm, a special guided tour of the Museum will be given starting at the visitors’ services center. Please RSVP for the tour, with the number of people in your group (names not required). Families, friends, and guests are welcomed. If interested in attending either or both events, please RSVP to Bruce Cranford, PE at [email protected] by no later than January 7, 2017. Date: Saturday, February 18, 2017 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. OR 12:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Place: National Building Museum Washington, D.C.

We currently have a need for volunteers from the ASME membership. We are seeking six (6) professional members and six (6) college student members to help demonstrate and explain various wave phenomena to children and adults as part of Discover Engineering Family Day. There will be two shifts (morning: 8am-12:45pm and afternoon: 12:30pm-4:45pm), with six volunteers to each shift, equal distribution of professionals and students. NOTE: Times include helping with setup (1st shift) or cleanup (2nd shift), and a 15-minute overlap for volunteer handover between shifts. Please direct responses for volunteering to Kaykham Sysounthorn, Executive Advisor for the Washington, DC section, at [email protected].


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DISCOVER ENGINEERING FAMILY DAY

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TOUR OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS On November 16, 2016, the DC Section hosted an evening tour of the Library of Congress, led by LOC Facility Manager and DC Section member Kevin Hornberger. We were able to tour parts of all three LOC buildings: the original Jefferson Building (opened in 1897), with its arch and dome architectural elements; the Adams Building (1939), with the art deco elements of that period; and the Madison Building (1980), with a rooftop view of the Capitol. Afterward, the Section hosted a relaxing networking get-together at Sonoma lounge nearby, for which most of the tour attendees were able to stay. The Section's thanks go out to Mr. Hornberger, for sharing his knowledge of the buildings and their inner workings that he has gained over his ten years working for the Library.

COLLEGE CAREER PANEL On November 30, 2016, four local ASME members served on an evening Career Panel at the Catholic University of America (CUA) in Washington, DC. They provided insights and advice from their years of experience and answered students' questions on the value of internships, graduate degrees, and getting a PE license (all strongly encouraged!). Course selection, changing between industries, and other topics were also discussed. Roughly 30 students and the Student Section faculty advisor attended. The DC Section appreciates the participation of the panelists: Barney Gorin, PE; Bruce Cranford, PE; Ray O'Toole; and Bill Haight, PE. We also thank student section co-president Grace Brodeur for handling the logistics of setting up a successful event. The continued support of the Washington, DC Section members makes these events possible.

Keith Roe Discusses the Transformation of ASME at the President’s Luncheon

During his speech at the ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE) in Phoenix last month, ASME President Keith Roe discussed the pivotal juncture the Society stands at today as it embarks on its new strategic path. This path will focus on development of five technology areas—manufacturing, clean energy, bioengineering, pressure technology, and robotics. Eight other key enabling technology areas, including the Internet of Things, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity were also identified as highly important to innovation and the expansion of the Society.

Four new Presidential and Sector Management Committee task forces will be formed to support the new strategy—Group Engagement and Alignment, Increasing Industry Leadership Engagement in ASME, Increasing Engagement of Student, Early Career and Digital Mechanical Engineers in ASME, and Strategy and Planning.

Read more about President Roe’s speech and the new Society initiatives at:

https://www.asme.org/about-asme/news/asme-news/keith-roe-discusses-transformation-presidents


Engineering in the News:

LOCAL SECTION NEWS ASME EVENT RECAPS

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The Executive Committee met in July of 2016 to formulate this year’s program and continues to finalize and organize events to serve the Washington, DC Section.

Date Event October 18th Joint Reception – Embassy of the Czech Republic

October 19th Young Engineers Event – Happy Hour

November 16th Library of Congress Tour

November 30th

January 14th

Career Day at Catholic University

Smithsonian Air & Space Museum Presentation/Tour (see page 2)

January

February

February 18th

February 22nd

February 25th

Tour of TechShop in Arlington (see page 1)

Young Engineers Event – Happy Hour

Discover Engineering Family Day (see page 2)

Engineers Week Luncheon

Engineers Week Banquet

March

March 4th

March 11th

March 18th

TBD

Local Science Fairs

Email WDC Section Chairman Paul Bizot at

[email protected] if interested in judging.

Northern Virginia (Arlington)

Washington, DC

Montgomery County

Prince George’s County

Fairfax County

Loudon County

March or April ASME Washington Fellows Dinner

April 25th ASME WDC Community Science Fair & College Grant

Awards Dinner

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EVENT CALENDAR PROGRAM LINE UP FOR 2016-2017

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ASME ENERGY FORUM:

ASME Energy Forum is a multimedia series that explores the technical aspects and workings of a broad range of energy sources and related technologies. From fossil fuels to fuel cells, and from solar to hydro power, you will get leading expert perspectives on how these technologies really work, the technical issues and market challenges, and the economic implications for businesses.

FREE WEBINAR:

Catching the Sun

Register anytime to get immediate access.

Large-scale solar power plants can make clean, emissions-free electricity 24 hours a day, and come in many shapes and sizes.

Learn More

FREE WEBINAR:

Wind Turbines Reach for the Sky

Register anytime to get immediate access.

Wind power is already a fast growing energy source in the US, and engineers are working to make wind turbines larger, more efficient, and more reliable than ever.

Learn More


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https://www.asme.org/events/asme-energy-forum/catching-the-sun

https://www.asme.org/events/asme-energy-forum/wind-turbines-reach-the-sky



Abstracts Due: December 15, 2016 Website: https://www.asme.org/events/fedsm

ASME MENTORING PROGRAM

GET VALUABLE CAREER ADVICE FROM A MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PROFESSIONAL!

The ASME Mentoring Program is designed to provide rewarding experiences that both mentor and mentee can learn and grow from. This is a unique opportunity for you to get career-guiding advice from an engineering professional with broader experience or more advanced skills. Benefit and learn from their real-life expertise, while sharing your own valuable insight and perspective! Participating in the program is easy with our Web-based platform, made available through a partnership with WisdomShare™. Our targeted matching system will pair you with someone who can provide anything from general advice and a fresh point-of-view, to help identifying the right training or niche in mechanical engineering, or even assistance with finding a non-traditional career path. The valuable insight you can gain by participating in the ASME Mentoring Program can have a positive impact on your career for years to come! If you are ready for a most rewarding experience, please go to: http://go.asme.org/mentoring to become an ASME Mentor or Mentee.

Abstracts Due: January 27, 2017 Website: https://www.asme.org/events/vandv

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https://www.asme.org/events/fedsm

http://go.asme.org/mentoring

https://www.asme.org/events/vandv

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