Congratulations Mechanical Engineers

In summary, the conversation discusses the tendency to focus on the achievements and wealth of software tycoons, but overlook the tangible accomplishments of mechanical engineers. An example of this is the creation of the world's lightest mechanical watch using graphene. The conversation also mentions the impressive integration of mechanical enclosure design and high voltage PCB design, resulting in smaller, cheaper, and more reliable products. The process involves 3-D CAD models of the enclosure and PCB assemblies to optimize high voltage creepage and clearance distances. The initial prototypes were also 3-D printed, showcasing the talent of mechanical engineers.
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People spend so much time drooling over the millions or even billions made by software tycoons and their sometimes very crappy software, that we may forget about the tangible accomplishments of mechanical engineers. Here is a beautiful example. Do you have more?

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/worlds-lightest-mechanical-watch-is-made-with-graphene/ar-AAlWvtX?li=AA4Zoy&ocid=spartandhp
 
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David Reeves said:
tangible accomplishments of mechanical engineers
I can't post pictures of this because it's proprietary and a nice competitive advantage, but my company has done an amazing job of integrating mechanical enclosure design with high voltage PCB design to make our products smaller, cheaper and more reliable. It basically involves 3-D CAD models of the enclosure integrating with 3-D models of the PCB assemblies to optimize high voltage creepage and clearance distances while minimizing overall product size. Pretty amazing stuff to see, IMO.

And of course, the initial mechanical prototypes were 3-D printed, to help look for further optimizations... Gotta love those talented MEs (I'm on the EE side of these projects). :smile:
 
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What is the role of Mechanical Engineers?

Mechanical engineers design, develop, and test mechanical devices and systems such as engines, machines, and tools.

What type of education is needed to become a Mechanical Engineer?

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is typically required to become a mechanical engineer. Some positions may also require a master's degree or relevant work experience.

What skills are important for Mechanical Engineers to have?

Mechanical engineers should have strong problem-solving skills, be detail-oriented, have good communication skills, and be proficient in computer-aided design (CAD) software.

What industries do Mechanical Engineers typically work in?

Mechanical engineers can work in a variety of industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, construction, and energy.

What is the job outlook for Mechanical Engineers?

The job outlook for mechanical engineers is positive, with a projected job growth of 4% from 2019-2029. This is about as fast as the average for all occupations.

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