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NASA Obama Backs New Launcher and Bigger NASA Budget

D H
Dec 17, 2009 · Replies 1 · Dec 17, 2009

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Aircraft maintenance engineering

anvesh111
Dec 16, 2009 · Replies 13 · Dec 17, 2009

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Commercial aircraft tire skids

DaveC426913
Dec 15, 2009 · Replies 23 · Dec 17, 2009

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Boeing When Will the Boeing 787 Finally Take Flight?

Ivan Seeking
Dec 15, 2009 · Replies 110 · Dec 16, 2009

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Propeller airplanes vs jet airplanes

jason.bourne
Dec 14, 2009 · Replies 10 · Dec 15, 2009

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Building and designing a rc plane frm scratch

kevjcarvalho
Oct 6, 2009 · Replies 18 · Dec 14, 2009

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Scope in Astronautical Engineering?

RoughRoad
Dec 13, 2009 · Replies 2 · Dec 14, 2009

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Upgrade Your Plane for 100mpg: Combining Old and New Technology

mgb_phys
Nov 3, 2009 · Replies 2 · Dec 14, 2009

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Why Does Air Compress Under Shockwaves?

kevjcarvalho
Oct 13, 2009 · Replies 7 · Dec 14, 2009

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High Performance Sealing Options (Turbomachinery)

minger
Oct 14, 2009 · Replies 6 · Dec 14, 2009

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Turbofan Engines: Bypass Ratio Selection Criteria

vincentryan
Oct 14, 2009 · Replies 4 · Dec 14, 2009

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Use of pitot static tube for calculation of airplane velocity

srn
Sep 5, 2009 · Replies 4 · Dec 14, 2009

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Variable Pitch Propeller mechanism?

da_coolest
Nov 15, 2009 · Replies 4 · Dec 14, 2009

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Spinning propeller cause a plan to yaw while it is taxiing?

RandomGuy88
Dec 3, 2009 · Replies 2 · Dec 14, 2009

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Boeing Master civil/structural engineering looking to work for Boeing.

vtn
Dec 10, 2009 · Replies 5 · Dec 13, 2009

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What is the best design for cooling vents on a Sukhoi radial engine?

Sopwith1
Dec 5, 2009 · Replies 1 · Dec 10, 2009

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Aerospace/mechanical engineer/engineering student help wanted

aeroeng212
Jul 18, 2008 · Replies 8 · Dec 7, 2009

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MWhat is Cognizant Engineering?

Astronuc
Dec 2, 2009 · Replies 1 · Dec 2, 2009

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Interesting topics for a presentation

aeroplant
Nov 30, 2009 · Replies 1 · Dec 1, 2009

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HELP Helicopter Center of Moments

fred64
Nov 24, 2009 · Replies 9 · Nov 27, 2009

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Helicopter Lift: Equations, Torque & RPMs

technovipin
Sep 18, 2009 · Replies 9 · Nov 26, 2009

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Eligibility for MS in aerospace engineering

123.shalini
Oct 13, 2009 · Replies 3 · Nov 17, 2009

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Center of pressure of a blade (NACA4412)

cling
Nov 17, 2009 · Replies 4 · Nov 17, 2009

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Ducted Fan Intake: Impact of Surface Flush with Intake

JD88
Nov 15, 2009 · Replies 6 · Nov 16, 2009

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Maglifter as the first stage of a space launcher

j8one
Nov 14, 2009 · Replies 6 · Nov 16, 2009

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Can Electrical Engineering Lead to a Master’s in Aeronautical Engineering?

Osairiis
Nov 12, 2009 · Replies 1 · Nov 14, 2009

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Joining a Student Satellite Project: How Can I Contribute?

dharavsolanki
Nov 13, 2009 · Replies 1 · Nov 13, 2009

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Is StarRotor's Novel Engine Design the Future of Efficient Energy?

Kenneth Mann
Sep 23, 2004 · Replies 13 · Nov 10, 2009

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Theoretical lift slope for thin airfoils

heinekenisnic
Sep 24, 2009 · Replies 2 · Nov 10, 2009

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Weight reduction holes in aluminum tubing

Kansasman
Nov 4, 2009 · Replies 1 · Nov 5, 2009

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Projectile motion with drag and lift

Simms16
Nov 4, 2009 · Replies 1 · Nov 4, 2009

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Is it Possible to Rescue a Stranded Crew Member on a Spinning Space Station?

zankaon
Nov 3, 2009 · Replies 2 · Nov 3, 2009

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How Do I Convert Units for the Force of Lift Equation?

aaronmorg
Oct 30, 2009 · Replies 9 · Nov 3, 2009

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Advice about AE course selection

Brian_C
Oct 31, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 31, 2009

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Boeing What/Who does Boeing look for when they hire?

svisbeck
Oct 23, 2009 · Replies 4 · Oct 26, 2009

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Astronauts position in reentry capsule

DonManuel
Oct 22, 2009 · Replies 3 · Oct 23, 2009

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What are the cooling methods used to keep satellites from overheating?

Jake
Sep 29, 2009 · Replies 18 · Oct 21, 2009

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What's a good home built gift for an aerospace engineer?

Chronothread
Oct 20, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 21, 2009

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Can a Sprocket and Chain System Be Compared to a Rope on a Pulley?

Mech King
Oct 20, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 20, 2009

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Nuclear-Electric SSTO Vehicle: Best Propulsion Mechanism?

sanman
Sep 12, 2009 · Replies 3 · Oct 19, 2009

Replies: 3

Alternative Propulsion Methods for Maglev Models Using DC Motors

mefi
Oct 14, 2009 · Replies 2 · Oct 15, 2009

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What is Tubes Assembly and Manifold for engines?

SeanNg
Sep 28, 2009 · Replies 7 · Oct 14, 2009

Replies: 7

Are Composite Airframes Like the 787 Prone to Long-term Failures?

hammertime
Aug 21, 2009 · Replies 4 · Oct 14, 2009

Replies: 4

Finding Personal Helicopter Blueprints Online

kingstun
Sep 1, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 13, 2009

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Where Can I Find Detailed Specifications for Single-Seater Passenger Planes?

kevjcarvalho
Oct 8, 2009 · Replies 5 · Oct 12, 2009

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Buran-Energia. The Russian Space Shuttle system

MTd2
Oct 9, 2009 · Replies 10 · Oct 12, 2009

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What Does a Career in Jet Engine and Rocket Propulsion Entail?

Midknite
Oct 7, 2009 · Replies 2 · Oct 9, 2009

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Boeing Boeing Delta 4-Heavy: Awesome Vantage Point

Monocerotis
Oct 3, 2009 · Replies 4 · Oct 6, 2009

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About stabilizing a space rocket with a pendullum

simplex
Oct 5, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 5, 2009

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Any good CFD tutorials for stardesign and star CCM out there?

aerojunkie
Oct 4, 2009 · Replies 3 · Oct 5, 2009

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Can you teach me how to make a homemade small rocket?

sarah2529
Sep 30, 2009 · Replies 11 · Oct 4, 2009

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Jet Engine Mass Flow Rate calculation

vincentryan
Oct 3, 2009 · Replies 3 · Oct 4, 2009

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NASA Jupiter sounds (so strange) NASA-Voyager recording

jostpuur
Sep 26, 2009 · Replies 10 · Oct 3, 2009

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Getting into Aerospace when university doesn't offer program

spiq
Jun 20, 2009 · Replies 9 · Oct 3, 2009

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What are some recommended technical books on aerospace engineering?

hsarp71
Oct 1, 2009 · Replies 1 · Oct 1, 2009

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Master course in aerospace engineering

lantirn
Sep 27, 2009 · Replies 2 · Sep 30, 2009

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Type of Wood for Model Airfoil Construction

waealu
Aug 7, 2009 · Replies 4 · Sep 26, 2009

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What fan can I use in a close loop application with a backpressure

vapl153
Sep 23, 2009 · Replies 2 · Sep 24, 2009

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Jet Exhaust Velocity: Turbojet & Turbofan Engine Advantages

vincentryan
Sep 22, 2009 · Replies 5 · Sep 23, 2009

Replies: 5

Is aerospace Engineering right for me?

tshaug
Jan 17, 2009 · Replies 8 · Sep 20, 2009

Replies: 8

Power required to drive the compressor

vincentryan
Sep 19, 2009 · Replies 4 · Sep 19, 2009

Replies: 4

Rotor Dynamics Quantification HELP

Bad-Wolf
Sep 2, 2009 · Replies 9 · Sep 19, 2009

Replies: 9

New Superconducting RF Cavity: Potential for EMdrive Propulsion?

sanman
Sep 18, 2009 · Replies 1 · Sep 18, 2009

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Rocket Idea: Bell-Shaped Pendulum

sanman
Sep 17, 2009 · Replies 12 · Sep 17, 2009

Replies: 12

Jet Engine Compressed air Pressure for various altitude and velocity

vincentryan
Sep 17, 2009 · Replies 2 · Sep 17, 2009

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Which Canadian University is Best for Aerospace Engineering?

philippe311
Sep 3, 2009 · Replies 1 · Sep 16, 2009

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Help for Senior Aerospace Engineering Student - Graduate School & Job Search

markt11
Sep 13, 2009 · Replies 4 · Sep 14, 2009

Replies: 4

Zeppelins and Plasma Aerodynamics

sanman
Sep 13, 2009 · Replies 2 · Sep 14, 2009

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How Do You Use and Create a CGNS File?

madhukarcgste
Sep 14, 2009 · Replies 1 · Sep 14, 2009

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Total pressure and Static Pressure and V

Ma77h3w
Jan 2, 2009 · Replies 6 · Sep 9, 2009

Replies: 6

Feasibility of pen-sized missiles?

petergreat
Sep 2, 2009 · Replies 7 · Sep 2, 2009

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Project: Ducted Fans - Feasibility & Suggestions

JD88
Aug 27, 2009 · Replies 13 · Aug 30, 2009

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Which Aerodynamics Journal is Best?

waealu
Aug 27, 2009 · Replies 1 · Aug 27, 2009

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How Can I Stress Test My NACA 2412 Airfoil Models for Wind Tunnel Use?

waealu
Aug 20, 2009 · Replies 2 · Aug 21, 2009

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Drag coefficient and power required

sadegh_865
Aug 19, 2009 · Replies 1 · Aug 19, 2009

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Why Do I Struggle with Airframe Structures Exam Preparation?

Swansea_J
Aug 11, 2009 · Replies 1 · Aug 18, 2009

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Designing a Small 5W Generator from Compressed Air

Mike_In_Plano
Aug 15, 2009 · Replies 6 · Aug 16, 2009

Replies: 6

Becoming a Pilot - what do you need?

Nenad
Mar 1, 2005 · Replies 10 · Aug 16, 2009

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NASA The Future of NASA: What Changes Will the Augustine Commission Make?

JD88
Aug 14, 2009 · Replies 2 · Aug 15, 2009

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Wind energy at 1,600 to 40,000 feet, Feasible

flatmaster
Jul 29, 2009 · Replies 5 · Aug 7, 2009

Replies: 5

Aerodynamics & Fluid Mechanics in Aerospace Engineering

JD88
Jul 8, 2009 · Replies 4 · Aug 6, 2009

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Have Any Information on Aerospike Nozzle for a Mechanical Engineering Project?

lvgreat
Aug 4, 2009 · Replies 4 · Aug 6, 2009

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Calculating Boundary Layer Thickness

waealu
Aug 5, 2009 · Replies 2 · Aug 5, 2009

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Masters of Science in aerospace engineering.

mamta8
Jul 25, 2009 · Replies 13 · Aug 4, 2009

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How Does Bow Wave Angle Correlate with Boat Speed on a Catamaran?

YellowPeril
Aug 2, 2009 · Replies 4 · Aug 4, 2009

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Preventing Shockwaves from Supersonic Flight

Aftermarth
Jul 31, 2009 · Replies 5 · Aug 4, 2009

Replies: 5

Trent 1000 vs GE NX: Comparing Reviews

bill nye scienceguy!
Jul 13, 2009 · Replies 3 · Aug 3, 2009

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How do you derive differential area without specifying a variable?

mfc5200
Jul 25, 2009 · Replies 8 · Jul 30, 2009

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How Does Fuel Expansion and Contraction Work in Pulse Jet Engines?

gary350
Jul 23, 2009 · Replies 4 · Jul 23, 2009

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Liquid-fulled rocket engine efficency.

flatmaster
Jul 20, 2009 · Replies 3 · Jul 22, 2009

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NASA Do all engineers secretly wish to work for NASA?

Ian_Brooks
Mar 14, 2009 · Replies 29 · Jul 21, 2009

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Wind tunnel tests and Reynolds Number

JD88
Jun 30, 2009 · Replies 24 · Jul 20, 2009

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Perturbing Accelerations in Satellite Orbit Determination

TheRock123321
Jul 15, 2009 · Replies 1 · Jul 17, 2009

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Private company launches commercial rocket.

Redbelly98
Jul 14, 2009 · Replies 1 · Jul 17, 2009

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Exploring Graduate Schools for Space Technology Research

JD88
Jun 7, 2009 · Replies 3 · Jul 17, 2009

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Achieving Excellence in Aerospace Engineering: Can I Make It?

curiousguy132
Jul 14, 2009 · Replies 6 · Jul 15, 2009

Replies: 6

What are the current and future trends in aerospace research?

JD88
Jul 11, 2009 · Replies 2 · Jul 12, 2009

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Consequences of Stalled Vortex Generators on Diffuser Separation

JD88
Jul 12, 2009 · Replies 1 · Jul 12, 2009

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Could the Airbus grant Increase aerospace jobs?

PhoenyxRising
Jun 29, 2009 · Replies 3 · Jul 12, 2009

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Is El Nino Linked to Increased Risk of Plane Crashes in the Western US?

hammertime
Jul 10, 2009 · Replies 2 · Jul 10, 2009

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Aerospace and Interstellar Engineering

Aerospace and Interstellar Engineering encompass the exploration and application of engineering principles in the realms of aviation and space, reaching from our atmosphere to the distant cosmos.

Aerospace engineering involves designing and developing aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles, with a focus on aerodynamics, propulsion, and materials. It plays a pivotal role in advancing aviation technology and space exploration. On the other hand, Interstellar Engineering delves into the challenges and possibilities of space travel beyond our solar system.

While still largely theoretical, interstellar engineering explores concepts like advanced propulsion systems, space habitats, and technologies that could potentially enable human exploration and settlement in other star systems. Both disciplines push the boundaries of human exploration, from the skies above Earth to the vast reaches of interstellar space.

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