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The discussion centers around materials engineering and materials science, particularly from the perspective of a student interested in learning more about the field. The scope includes theoretical understanding, practical applications, and the performance of materials in various contexts.

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  • Maria expresses her interest in materials engineering and seeks to learn more about the field.
  • Some participants point out the existence of specific forums on Physics Forums dedicated to engineering and materials engineering.
  • A participant notes that understanding materials involves both microscopic and macroscopic perspectives, including their physical, mechanical, and chemical properties.
  • It is mentioned that the manufacturing process of materials can significantly influence their performance.

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I'm studying at Physics ,but I am interested in materials engineering,and I want to learn more about M.M.E.in the world. :confused:

thanks,
maria
 
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Physics Forums has an engineering section:

Physics Help and Math Help - Physics Forums - Engineering
Address:https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=98
 
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Even more specifically there is a Mat. Eng. Forum.
 
This thread got moved out of General Engineering to GD, but it would be more appropriate in Materials & Chemical Engineering.

Anyway, marie_curie, what is it that you wish to know about material engineering or materials science.

Since mankind uses a variety of materials in a variety of products and in a variety of environments, one must know how that material performs - so there is a discipline of materials engineering or science devoted to understanding materials from a microscopic, was well as macroscopic, standpoint.

In addition to understanding the physical (including thermophysical), mechanical, and chemical (and electrochemical) properties of a material in order to know how it will perform, one must also understand how the material is manufactured. Often, how a material is made will affect how it performs.
 
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