Influence of Game-Based Methods in Developing Engineering Competences

This research aims to understand the influence of game-based learning methods on engeineer competences. Competencies expected from an engineer, which competencies are commonly explored by game-based learning methods, and perceptions from a sample composed of 92 respondents about the question that drives the research are explored. All competencies analyzed had more positive influence responses than negative ones, or non-impact responses. The competence analyzed most positively is “problem solving”; the one with the most negative impact responses is “second language learning,” and the one with the most non-impact responses is “continuous search for career improvement.” This study fills the following gaps: compiles and analyzes articles on game-based learning methods and carries out unprecedented research regarding the influence of game-based learning methods on the professional competences of graduates of engineering courses.

Investigation of Dynamic Load in Superdeep Mine Hoisting Systems Induced by Drum Winding

Blair mine hoists powered by drum winding are a key equipment in the transportation of a superdeep mine shaft. The step changes of hoisting velocity and acceleration caused by coil and layer crossover of rope winding on the LeBus drum, which will excite impact responses of hoisting systems, cannot be ignored in the hoisting system with high velocity. The paper focuses on investigating the effect of drum winding on impact responses of superdeep mine hoisting systems. Firstly, the hoisting velocity and acceleration were precisely modelled and calculated according to the structure of rope groove of the LeBus drum; secondly, impact responses of the dynamic displacement and load were obtained by applying the established model; eventually, an experiment was performed, and then, the validity of the established model and the response mechanism was verified. The paper will provide good technical support for the design and optimization of the mine hoists in superdeep mine shafts.