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238 gap statements mined from Experimental Learning in Engineering papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 3,038 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • The reliance on manual adjustments limits the trainees' ability to focus on the analysis of the data obtained. The lack of an integrated display and the need to manually correlate each reading with its measurement point can lead to confusion and errors in the analysis. The need to correct deviations and ensure stable operating conditions reduces the effectiveness of the experiment as an educational tool.

    Integrating Digital Twins of Engineering Labs into Multi-User Virtual Reality Environments · 2025 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the specific ways in which VLs can be integrated with traditional laboratory activities to optimize student learning outcomes.

    Assessment of Student and Teacher Perceptions on the Use of Virtual Simulation in Cell Biology Laboratory Education · 2024 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate the generalizability of these findings to larger and more diverse student populations across various engineering disciplines.

    Interactive Application as a Teaching Aid in Mechanical Engineering · 2024 · DOI

  • Furthermore, to physical platforms beyond FrED remains to be investigated.

    Enhancing manufacturing processes through control education with MIT FrED platform · 2026 · DOI

  • Future studies should focus on longitudinal studies to assess the long-term impact of virtual reality on engineering students and on developing suitable pedagogical frameworks and guidelines to designing, developing, introducing, and using virtual reality in educational settings.

    Virtual Reality in Engineering Education: A Scoping Review · 2025 · DOI

  • Developing a web-based learning platform that offers custom interactive simulations for engineering students. Integrating a curriculum-aware simulation library that surfaces relevant modules based on a student's current academic context. Addressing the gap between simulation and assessment.

    Implementation of VisualizeIT: An Interactive Simulation Platform for Engineering Education · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could investigate the effectiveness of VisualizeIT in improving student understanding of core engineering subjects. Future research could also explore the potential of integrating VisualizeIT into existing engineering curricula. Further development of the platform could involve adding more features, such as real-time feedback and adaptive difficulty adjustment.

    Implementation of VisualizeIT: An Interactive Simulation Platform for Engineering Education · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper does not provide a comparison with other similar systems. The sample size of 32 undergraduate students may not be representative of the entire population. The system is limited to a virtual environment and may not provide the same experience as a physical laboratory.

    Design and Implementation of an Immersive VR- Based Labs for Power Electronics Education · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate cross-disciplinary 3C-STEMLAB extensions, equity and access considerations across diverse institutional contexts, and the integration of industry partnerships while examining optimal technology integration models for different educational settings and learner populations.

    Transforming Science Learning Through Arduino-IoT Integrated 3C-STEMLAB: Skills and Digital Competency · 2026 · DOI

  • The sample size is limited to 609 teachers. The study only analyzed teachers from Spain. The study did not use probabilistic sampling.

    Factors influencing the use of virtual simulations by science teachers in secondary education · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on the factors that influence the use of virtual simulations by science teachers. Prior studies have focused on the benefits of virtual simulations, but not on the challenges faced by teachers.

    Factors influencing the use of virtual simulations by science teachers in secondary education · 2026 · DOI

  • The integration of HEV technology into vocational education curriculum is urgent, given the rapid growth of the automotive industry focused on environmentally friendly vehicles. The development of effective HEV teaching materials that integrate digital project-based learning and simulations is a challenge. The lack of competency-based vocational education programs for HEV technicians is a challenge.

    Design of Teaching Materials for Hybrid Electric Vehicles Fundamentals in Vocational Education: a Systematic Literature Review · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap in the literature is the lack of understanding of the characteristics of successful online science learners. The paper identifies the need for innovative approaches to science education in online learning environments.

    From Labs to Laptops · 2026 · DOI

  • The study has a limited sample size of 56 students. The study only evaluates the technical performance and pedagogical impact of the platform in a specific context. The study does not provide a detailed comparison with other similar platforms.

    Multi-Robot Platform for Remote Robotics Teaching in Virtual Environments · 2026 · DOI

  • The system requires substantial manual and grid intervention. The autonomy claim is limited by the excluded interventions and measurement uncertainty. The course does not present the system as fully autonomous or space-ready.

    Automated Solar-Driven Ecosystem Design: From Biotopes to Life Support Systems · 2026 · DOI

  • The study was conducted with undergraduate physics students at St. Xavier's College, Kolkata. The platform's development was limited to replicating the experimental setups available at St. Xavier's College, Kolkata.

    Bridging the gap between virtual and physical laboratories: a web-based interactive platform for undergraduate physics practicals · 2026 · DOI

  • This paper has presented the curricular and technical evolution of the MICRO Remote Lab at the THM. Building upon its initial deployment in the MPT module, MICRO has since been extended into multiple courses, including TCS2, DT, and the CSP.

    Expanding Remote Embedded Systems Education · 2026 · DOI

  • Expansion of the course to include other types of ecosystems. Investigation of the application of the course to other fields, such as environmental monitoring and resilient infrastructure.

    Automated Solar-Driven Ecosystem Design: From Biotopes to Life Support Systems · 2026 · DOI

  • The most effective notebooks were those designed around analytical tasks students were already required to complete in laboratory reports. When notebook workflows diverge from course deliverables, students to disengage, so alignment between the resource and the assessment is essential from the outset.

    Improving Student Perception and Confidence Using Programming in Manufacturing Engineering · 2026 · DOI

  • Introduction of students to Industry 4.0 principles, encouraging data-driven analysis and informed decision making - Development of a collaborative, safe, and interactive environment, aimed at improving the learning experience of students in work that involves the use of high-capacity…

    Integrating Digital Twins of Engineering Labs into Multi-User Virtual Reality Environments · 2025 · DOI

  • To extend the use of VR technology to other fields of engineering education. To conduct further studies to compare the effectiveness of the proposed system with other similar systems. To improve the system by incorporating more features and experiments.

    Design and Implementation of an Immersive VR- Based Labs for Power Electronics Education · 2026 · DOI

  • The system is designed for educational contexts with limited resources, - The system is not intended for industrial use, - The system has a limited workspace, - The system is subject to displacement criteria associated with educational low-cost…

    Development and Experimental Validation of an Educational Robotic Platform with Machine Vision and Web-Based Monitoring for Automation Teaching · 2026 · DOI

  • Further research could focus on improving the system's accuracy and repeatability, - Future studies could explore the application of the system in different educational contexts, - Research could investigate the use of different materials and designs to improve the system's…

    Development and Experimental Validation of an Educational Robotic Platform with Machine Vision and Web-Based Monitoring for Automation Teaching · 2026 · DOI

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the platform in different contexts and with larger sample sizes. To develop new features and functionalities for the platform. To compare the platform with other similar platforms and approaches.

    Multi-Robot Platform for Remote Robotics Teaching in Virtual Environments · 2026 · DOI

  • Include structured assessment instruments, such as competency rubrics, student surveys, and reflective evaluations, to quantitatively measure the educational impact of the project - Conduct formal validation involving physiotherapy students, patients, or healthcare professionals - Expand the system to support diverse users, including adaptive interfaces for elderly users, simplified feedback for cognitive…

    Project-Based Learning in Computer Engineering: Design and Implementation of a Smart Fisio System for Rehabilitation Training · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) To physical platforms beyond FrED remains to be investigated (“Enhancing manufacturing processes through control education with MIT FrED…”, 2026); (2) Future research could investigate the effectiveness of VisualizeIT in improving student understanding of core engineering subjects (“Implementation of VisualizeIT: An Interactive Simulation Platform for…”, 2026); (3) There is a lack of research on the factors that influence the use of virtual simulations by science teachers (“Factors influencing the use of virtual simulations by science teachers in…”, 2026); (4) The lack of competency-based vocational education programs for HEV technicians is a challenge (“Design of Teaching Materials for Hybrid Electric Vehicles Fundamentals in…”, 2026); (5) The gap in the literature is the lack of understanding of the characteristics of successful online science learners (“From Labs to Laptops”, 2026). 238 gap statements have been mined from Experimental Learning in Engineering papers in our 7.9M-paper local library, which holds 3,038 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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