About the Journal
“The Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions, LACCEI”, is a non-profit organization consisting of institutions that offer academic programs in Engineering and Technology with the goal of collaborating with other LACCEI partners. The word “institution” includes universities, colleges and schools.
Current Issue
Vol. 1 No. 8 (2023): LACCEI 2023
In 2023, working within the framework of the LACCEI-CONFEDI inter-institutional Cooperation Agreement and in collaboration with the OAS, the joint development was initiated in a hybrid format of the conferences: “OAS Summit of Engineering for the Americas”, the “21st LACCEI International Multiconference for Engineering, Education and Technology”, the “4th Latin American Congress of Engineering”, and the “2nd Latin American and Caribbean Tribology Conference” . It was held in Buenos Aires (Argentina) and organized by Facultad de Ingeniería de la Universidad de Buenos Aires (FIUBA), Florida Atlantic University (FAU), and Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN).
Published:
2024-04-16
Articles
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Enseñando en Ingeniería con Competencias Glocales en el siglo XXI
Transitar la Universidad y graduarse implica no sólo adquirir una profesión sino desarrollar una posición ética y moral sobre el mundo que nos rodea y aquél para el cual preparamos a nuestros egresados. Vivimos en un mundo glocalizado, cada vez má... -
“Green” hydrogen, an alternative as an energy vector in the face of global warming.
Decarbonization is a fundamental part of the global goals in the face of the climate threat. Greenhouse gas emissions are the main cause of global warming. The energy system is responsible for more than 70% of these emissions, and 12% corresponds ... -
Methodology to estimate fuel`s exergy in SI engines using Otto cycles principles limited by the knock.
A novel methodology is presented to estimate the exergy of liquid and gaseous fuels for spark ignition (SI) engines, based on the thermodynamics laws and two scientific methodologies, one for fuel´s methane number (MN) measurements, and the other ... -
Evaluation of the production potential of quorum quenchig enzymes of extremophile bacteria from Antarctica
Cell-cell communication mediated by the production of N-acylhomoserine lactone is one of the causes of the production of virulence factors in pathogens and biofouling. Although quorum-quenching is a useful method to disrupt quorum sensing signals,... -
S-3-hydroxyphenyl (N-hydroxycarbamamido) (diphenyl) ethanethioate derivatives as potential inhibitors of 5 -Lipoxygenase (5-LOX)
We have designed and docked derivatives of a new anti-inflammatory compound into the crystal structure of the Lipoxygenase-5 (LOX-5) enzyme. We found that four derivatives have the same ability to inhibit the activity of the enzyme as the anti-inf... -
Making Materials Flow with PFEP (Plan for Every Part) in a company food
The research work uses the Kanban tool, which is an opportunity to generate continuous flow and improve the flow of materials and increase productivity, where they eliminate waste such as reducing waiting to serve the internal client (productiv... -
Improving Warehouse Management Processes to Ensure On-Time Delivery of Paprika-Based Products
On-time deliveries are considered a strategic factor for the market positioning of companies. Such is the case of the company under study where only 76.5% of orders arrive on time, compared to 90.2% of companies in the same sector in Colombia. The... -
Estimation of the IDGREY model and by adaptive interaction applied to an EMG30 dc motor
This research carried out the development of the experimental model through the acquisition of data from a direct current motor, through the identification of a gray box model for speed control under the LabVIEW platform. The precision of the expe... -
Incidence monetary policy on economic cycles in Peru, 2000-2019
Monetary policy is a key tool to stabilize an economy as well as to boost it. In the present study we seek to demonstrate that there was a causal relationship in the Granger sense between monetary policy and economic cycles in Peru during 2000 - 2... -
IoT applied to counting the number of people in a classroom and measuring body temperature with a built-in alarm system for the prevention of Covid-19
This document presents an improved IoT-based system designed to help teachers manage the classroom in accordance with the restrictions established to prevent the spread of COVID-19, this system allows fever detection of students with possible case... -
Implementation of a maintenance area to increase the profitability of the sausage plant of the company San Fernando S.A.
In the present investigation, a proposal for the implementation of the maintenance area is developed, since due to the current trend towards the outsourcing of this area by companies in Peru, opportunities for growth have been lost, to strengthen ... -
Case Study and Learning Outcomes: prototype for measurement of biomechanical signals of walking based on embedded systems
In this article, we discuss learning outcomes in the context of engineering and technology development. The academic space in which the case study is developed is designed to be developed in a research and innovation environment, with the support ... -
Sprayed mortar design to optimize plastering in confined masonry walls
Plastering is a procedure that makes it possible to standardize surfaces and fill in the voids to ensure a good finish on masonry walls, as well as increasing their strength and durability. However, this activity generates large amounts of waste r... -
Implementation of an automated bathtub prototype for dogs using feedback and sequential control monitored by Labview
This article describes the implementation and automation of a low-cost, domestic dog bath prototype For this, an enclosure with a wooden structure, acrylic sheets and PVC tubes was implemented, in order to provide comfort to the dog while receivin... -
The Virtualization of Engineering Careers at UNET as an Alternative for Academic Prosecution
This research consisted on the systematization of a virtualization experience of the Engineering Careers of the National Experimental University of Táchira (UNET), with the purpose of maintaining the academic continuity of students, interrupted by... -
Chromium removal by Eleocharis montevidensis and Scirpus americanus in combination with Eichhornia crassipes in a hybrid artificial wetland system for tannery effluent in the Río Seco Industrial Park, Arequipa – Peru
The contamination of water and soil by tannery waste in Arequipa, Peru, has become a problem due to the discharge of pollutants, especially chromium, into the drainage system, which may threaten the health of nearby human settlements. Therefore, t... -
Application of a radio link system in the 400MHz band for remote supervision and control of SEDAPAL service stations in Peru
Within the program for the improvement and modernization of drinking water and sewerage service stations in Latin America, there are projects to expand and improve the service due to its projection of population growth and modernization of the ser... -
Performance of Wind and Photovoltaic Energy in Pumping Systems for Irrigation in Rural Areas of Peru
Wind and photovoltaic energy are the most widely used renewable energy sources because they are clean, inexhaustible, and suitable for applications in agriculture. This project is applied considering the needs of rural towns in Peru, where they do... -
ISO 9001:2015 Quality management: Case study for three-star hotels in Peru
Quality Management Systems (QMS) are programs designed to help improve the quality of products and services offered to customers. These programs involve the implementation of procedures and policies in order to meet quality standards and indicator... -
Proposal for Improvement of Customer Service Operations in a Spare Parts Company
The objective of this research is to propose the implementation of a methodology to improve operations in a company that sells spare parts to improve the quality of customer service specifically in the counter area. The research was focused on fin... -
The New Products Development: Effect of integration between Industry 4.0 and Supply Chain Management.
This article presents a systematic review on the relationship of New Product Development (DNP), Supply Chain Management (GCS) and the implementation of technologies associated with Industry 4.0 (I4.0) that improve the performance of organizations.... -
Drying kinetics of Yuyo macroalgae (Chondracanthus Chamissoi) and evaluation of the nutritional characteristics of its flour
Seaweeds are a rich source of components such as fiber, protein, minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and polyunsaturated fatty acids. They are low in calories and can help alleviate some of the nutritional and health problems associated with protein ... -
Siting and Sizing of Distributed Generation Units in Distribution Systems with Genetic Algorithms
This paper presents a genetic algorithm for the location of distributed generation units, using the equations of power flow and energy balance between demanded power and generated power. The genetic algorithm is performed in the open-source progra... -
Reduction of order delivery times in painting Mypes in Peru based on Standard Work and Raw Material Management
The paint industry at the level of Mypes, concentrates various critical processes in the production process. This is because they lack a planning and engineering support system, which trigger problems such as: low on-time delivery rate, defective ... -
Influence Of The Additive ASTM - C494 Type C On The Compression Resistance At Early Ages Of a Conventional Concrete F'C 210 Kg/cm2, Trujillo 2021
In this study, the influence of ASTM - C494 type C admixture on the compressive strength at early ages of a conventional concrete f'c 210 kg/cm2 was determined. For this purpose, temperatures were measured in concrete placed in a lightened slab us... -
Analyzing and Filtering Multimedia Digital Evidence with Artificial Intelligence
Digital evidence has been growing exponentially over the years, not just in size but also in quantity: we now store more files than ever, both on computers and smart devices. The use of multimedia formats has also increased, with audio and video r... -
System for monitoring patients diagnosed with Alzheimer's using wearables
Alzheimer's disease is the main cause of dementia, and currently there are more than 60% of cases diagnosed with dementia, likewise, each year about 10 million new patients are diagnosed in the world. (Sánchez Danilo, 2010), a neurologist at the N... -
Victimization study of cybercrime related fraud and scams in the city of Mar del Plata, Argentina.
The digital transformation of organizations, accelerated by the COVID 19 pandemic, forced millions of people to use different technological tools to continue carrying out their daily activities, such as making purchases, banking procedures or main... -
Solar and Wind Energy Potential Assessment in a University Building under a Tropical Climate
This paper presents the design and performance analysis of a hybrid wind and solar energy generation system integrated with a battery bank for a building. The objective of this study is to evaluate the extent to which the energy demand of the buil... -
Physical and mechanical behavior of hot mix asphalt mixtures incorporating WEO
There is a complex environmental problem due to the inadequate treatment of industrial waste. The main drawback corresponds to storage, since there are no spaces to be disposed of. One of the pillars of the 2030 agenda corresponds to responsible p... -
Cinematic Design and Force Analysis of a SCARA Robot with Pneumatic Actuators
The use of pneumatics applied to industry is greatly favored by its great availability and for being a non-polluting fluid, thus having a potential to replace other systems in the industry. In the field of industrial robotics, a robotic arm with p... -
Cooking methods and determination of the nutritional content of tilapia (oreochromis sp)
The objective of this study was to determine the different cooking methods on nutritional properties of Tilapia fish (Oreochromis ps) and two physiochemical parameters (wáter activity aw and pH). A completely randomized experimental design with tw...
