Digital Engineering Conference 2025

May 20-21, 2026

Idaho National Laboratory, 775 MK Simpson Blvd, Idaho Falls, ID

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Day 1 (Tuesday, May 20th)

Breakout NamePresentation NameAuthor
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationRisk-informed Graded Approach for Reliability and Performance Assessment of Advanced Condition Monitoring TechnologiesHector Mendozahttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Risk-informed-Graded-Approach-for-Reliability-and-Performance-Assessment-of-Advanced-Condition-Monitoring-Technologies-Hector-Mendoza.pdf
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationBenefits & Challenges of connecting MBSE to Operations & Sustainment via Hybrid Digital TwinsVitor Lopeshttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Benefits-Challenges-of-connecting-MBSE-to-Operations-Sustainment-via-Hybrid-Digital-Twins-Vitor-Lopes.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationMulti-sensor Assimilation Yielding Enhanced Reliability - Digital Engineering in Nuclear SafeguardsPhilip Honnoldhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Multi-sensor-Assimilation-Yielding-Enhanced-Reliability-Digital-Engineering-in-Nuclear-Safeguards-Philip-Honnold.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationDevelopment and Experimental Validation of High-Fidelity Neutronics Model for Purdue University Reactor Number One (PUR-1)Haoyu Wanghttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Development-and-Experimental-Validation-of-High-Fidelity-Neutronics-Model-for-Purdue-University-Reactor-Number-One-PUR-1-Haoyu-Wang.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationDigital Twin-Enabled Operation of Hydrogen Production SystemsMaria Coelhohttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Twin-Enabled-Operation-of-Hydrogen-Production-Systems-Maria-Coelho.pptx
Harnessing Decision Science & Visualization for Enhanced InsightsFaraday_ An Electrolysis Cell Warehousing and Analytics PlatformNathan Woodruffhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Faraday_-An-Electrolysis-Cell-Warehousing-and-Analytics-Platform-Nathan-Woodruff.pptx
Harnessing Decision Science & Visualization for Enhanced InsightsScientific Priorities and Flexecution Operations_ A New Paradigm for Decisions in Lunar ExplorationShannon Nawotniakhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Scientific-Priorities-and-Flexecution-Operations_-A-New-Paradigm-for-Decisions-in-Lunar-Exploration-Shannon-Nawotniak.pptx
Harnessing Decision Science & Visualization for Enhanced InsightsInteractive Distributed Wind Scenario Visualization for Decision-MakingJeffrey Laurence Chasenhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Interactive-Distributed-Wind-Scenario-Visualization-for-Decision-Making-Jeffrey-Laurence-Chasen.pptx
Harnessing Decision Science & Visualization for Enhanced InsightsInnovative Interactive 3D Slice Visualization Tool_ Bridging Accessibility, Insight, and Immersive Analysis for Complex Data ExplorationRajiv Khadkahttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Innovative-Interactive-3D-Slice-Visualization-Tool_-Bridging-Accessibility-Insight-and-Immersive-Analysis-for-Complex-Data-Exploration-Rajiv-Khadka.pptx
Harnessing Decision Science & Visualization for Enhanced InsightsUsing XR to Evaluate Radiation Work Areas and PracticesJack Dunkerhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Using-XR-to-Evaluate-Radiation-Work-Areas-and-Practices-Jack-Dunker.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsDigital Models for Fusion Energy device optimization and designMichael Churchillhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Models-for-Fusion-Energy-device-optimization-and-design-Michael-Churchill.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsExplainability in AI-ML_ I Don’t Think That Means What You Think It MeansTorrey Mortensonhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Explainability-in-AI-ML_-I-Dont-Think-That-Means-What-You-Think-It-Means-Torrey-Mortenson.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsHyperspectral Imaging Anomaly Detection_ A Novel Use Case for a Lesser-Known ModelDempsey Rogershttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Hyperspectral-Imaging-Anomaly-Detection_-A-Novel-Use-Case-for-a-Lesser-Known-Model-Dempsey-Rogers.pdf
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsExplainable Artificial Intelligence for Enabling Predictive Maintenance in Nuclear Power PlantsLinyu Linhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Explainable-Artificial-Intelligence-for-Enabling-Predictive-Maintenance-in-Nuclear-Power-Plants-Linyu-Lin.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringBuilding Cyber Resilience_ Advancing Instrumentation & ControlAnthony Starleafhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Building-Cyber-Resilience_-Advancing-Instrumentation-Control-Anthony-Starleaf-.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringResilient Controlled System through Instrumenting Programmable Logic Controller ProgramsAbdullah Al Farooqhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Resilient-Controlled-System-through-Instrumenting-Programmable-Logic-Controller-Programs-Abdullah-Al-Farooq.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringTechnical and Regulatory Considerations in Use of Advanced Conditional Monitoring Technologies for In-Service Testing ProgramVaibhav Yadavhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Technical-and-Regulatory-Considerations-in-Use-of-Advanced-Conditional-Monitoring-Technologies-for-In-Service-Testing-Program-Vaibhav-Yadav.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringSecuring Nuclear Facilities and Power Plant Delivery through the Integration of Design and Project in a Unified Virtual TwinAdeniyi Olubunmihttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Securing-Nuclear-Facilities-and-Power-Plant-Delivery-through-the-Integration-of-Design-and-Project-in-a-Unified-Virtual-Twin-Adeniyi-Olubunmi.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringMIT Lincoln Laboratory's Digital Engineering Transformation_ Case Studies in AdoptionStephanie Sposatohttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/MIT-Lincoln-Laboratorys-Digital-Engineering-Transformation_-Case-Studies-in-Adoption-Stephanie-Sposato.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringAutomated Generation of 3D Building Designs from Systems Engineering DiagramsNicholas Crowderhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Automated-Generation-of-3D-Building-Designs-from-Systems-Engineering-Diagrams-Nicholas-Crowder.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringAn Integrated Framework for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment of Digital Instrumentation and Control SystemsCongjian Wanghttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/An-Integrated-Framework-for-Hazard-Identification-and-Risk-Assessment-of-Digital-Instrumentation-and-Control-Systems-Congjian-Wang.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringAutomated Reasoning for UAV Safety & SecurityMaxwell Taylorhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Automated-Reasoning-for-UAV-Safety-Security-Maxwell-Taylor.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringInsights on How to Successfully Scope and Deliver Digital Engineering Pilot EffortsMax Danik and Marissa Conroyhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Insights-on-How-to-Successfully-Scope-and-Deliver-Digital-Engineering-Pilot-Efforts-Max-Danik-and-Marissa-Conroy.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringSecure Collaboration in Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing_ A Cloud-Based Approach to 3D CAD VisualizationBen Collenhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Secure-Collaboration-in-Aerospace-and-Defense-Manufacturing_-A-Cloud-Based-Approach-to-3D-CAD-Visualization-Ben-Collen.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringGuardians of AI_ Fortifying Artificial Intelligence with Cyber-Informed EngineeringPatience Yockeyhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Guardians-of-AI_-Fortifying-Artificial-Intelligence-with-Cyber-Informed-Engineering-Patience-Yockey.pptx

Day 2 (Wednesday, May 21st)

Breakout NamePresentation NameAuthor
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsSafeguarding Nuclear Applications using DevSecOpsDrazen Krajinahttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Safeguarding-Nuclear-Applications-using-DevSecOps-Drazen-Krajina.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsFrom Discovery to Defense_ Compound AI Systems for Nuclear and Biological SecurityWill Dupreehttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/From-Discovery-to-Defense_-Compound-AI-Systems-for-Nuclear-and-Biological-Security-Will-Dupree.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsSystem Engineers and Decisions_ It’s All about KnowledgeDiego Mandellihttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/System-Engineers-and-Decisions_-Its-All-about-Knowledge-Diego-Mandelli.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsAdvancing Privacy-Preserving Federated Learning for Science Foundation ModelsTodd Munsonhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Advancing-Privacy-Preserving-Federated-Learning-for-Science-Foundation-Models-Todd-Munson.pptx
Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for Transformative SolutionsEnhancing Digital Twin Accuracy for Nuclear Reactors Using Physics-Informed Synthetic Data and Rolling StatisticsJaden Palmerhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Enhancing-Digital-Twin-Accuracy-for-Nuclear-Reactors-Using-Physics-Informed-Synthetic-Data-and-Rolling-Statistics-Jaden-Palmer.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringUnderstanding Organizational Factors in the Aerospace Industry's Transition to Model Based Systems EngineeringSarah Shawhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Understanding-Organizational-Factors-in-the-Aerospace-Industrys-Transition-to-Model-Based-Systems-Engineering-Sarah-Shaw.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringThe Reality & Promise of Model-Based Systems EngineeringAlan Mendehttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/The-Reality-Promise-of-Model-Based-Systems-Engineering-Alan-Mende.pdf
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringDigital Engineering Framework, Establishing the use of a Digital Thread within the NSEJohan Valcarcelhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Engineering-Framework-Establishing-the-use-of-a-Digital-Thread-within-the-NSE-Johan-Valcarcel.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringMBSE Methodology; Risk Analysis and Requirements ManagementNicole Davishttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/MBSE-Methodology-Risk-Analysis-and-Requirements-Management-Nicole-Davis.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringDemonstration of Full Lifecycle Systems Engineering (FLSE) Embodying Several Key Tenets of DoD Instruction 5000.97Walter Schwarzhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Demonstration-of-Full-Lifecycle-Systems-Engineering-FLSE-Embodying-Several-Key-Tenets-of-DoD-Instruction-5000.97-Walter-Schwarz.pptx
Driving Innovation with Model-Based Systems EngineeringSimulation Process Data Management (SPDM) to Improve Efficiency of the Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) ProcessPeter Duganhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Simulation-Process-Data-Management-SPDM-to-Improve-Efficiency-of-the-Model-Based-Systems-Engineering-MBSE-Process-Peter-Dugan.pptx
Human Factors: Bridging Technology and UsabilityExplainable Artificial Intelligence for Enabling Predictive Maintenance in Nuclear Power PlantsLinyu Linhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Explainable-Artificial-Intelligence-for-Enabling-Predictive-Maintenance-in-Nuclear-Power-Plants-Linyu-Lin-1.pptx
Human Factors: Bridging Technology and UsabilityDigital Engineering for Humans_ A Nuclear PerspectiveRonald Boringhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Engineering-for-Humans_-A-Nuclear-Perspective-Ronald-Boring.pdf
Human Factors: Bridging Technology and UsabilityNext Generation Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) Index for Digital Product RealizationCurtis Brownhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Next-Generation-Model-Based-Enterprise-MBE-Index-for-Digital-Product-Realization-Curtis-Brown.pptx
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsContinuous Compliance on Digital Threads with Open-Format DataSriram Krishnan and Ross Billingshttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Continuous-Compliance-on-Digital-Threads-with-Open-Format-Data-Sriram-Krishnan-and-Ross-Billings.pdf
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsLeveraging the MOF Repository as an Enabling Environment to Promote Digital Engineering Model Interchange (DEMI) to Impact DOE’s FutureSteven MacLairdhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Leveraging-the-MOF-Repository-as-an-Enabling-Environment-to-Promote-Digital-Engineering-Model-Interchange-DEMI-to-Impact-DOEs-Future-Steven-MacLaird.pptx
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsSupporting the Digital Thread Using Requirements Traceability for Nuclear Power Plant DesignPaul Lusardihttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Supporting-the-Digital-Thread-Using-Requirements-Traceability-for-Nuclear-Power-Plant-Design-Paul-Lusardi.pptx
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsDigital Engineering for Humans_ A Nuclear PerspectiveRonald Boringhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Engineering-for-Accelerated-Component-Design-Taylor-Hall.pptx
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsModel-Based Systems Engineering, Validating Requirements with Simulation and Formal MethodsRicardo Martinezhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Model-Based-Systems-Engineering-Validating-Requirements-with-Simulation-and-Formal-Methods-Ricardo-Martinez.pptx
The Digital Thread: Connecting Data for Smarter DecisionsEnhancing Utility Operations with Digital Threads_ The Role of Cloud Computing in Integrated Data Management and Decision-MakingJulia Morganhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Enhancing-Utility-Operations-with-Digital-Threads_-The-Role-of-Cloud-Computing-in-Integrated-Data-Management-and-Decision-Making-Julia-Morgan.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationDigital Twins for Continuous Development of Electron Microscopy WorkflowsAnees Al Najjarhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Digital-Twins-for-Continuous-Development-of-Electron-Microscopy-Workflows-Anees-Al-Najjar.pdf
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationTrack Testing Connected and Automated Vehicle Technologies with Augmented RealityQichao Wanghttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Track-Testing-Connected-and-Automated-Vehicle-Technologies-with-Augmented-Reality-Qichao-Wang.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationSafeguarding Advanced Microreactors with a Transformative Digital TwinRyan Stewarthttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/Safeguarding-Advanced-Microreactors-with-a-Transformative-Digital-Twin-Ryan-Stewart.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationUniversity of Texas Reactor Digital Twin Initiative_ Overview and TRIGA Case StudyJohn Ross and Cole Gentryhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/University-of-Texas-Reactor-Digital-Twin-Initiative_-Overview-and-TRIGA-Case-Study-John-Ross-and-Cole-Gentry.pptx
Unlocking the Power of Digital Twins: Revolutionizing System IntegrationA Transformative Process for Design ReviewsPeter Drozdzewiczhttps://dice.inl.gov/content/uploads/3/2025/06/A-Transformative-Process-for-Design-Reviews-Peter-Drozdzewicz.pptx