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Join the discussion of general engineering topics. The design, building, and use of engines, machines, and structures. Use the forum for any engineering topics not applicable to the specific categories.

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How to combine instrument uncertainty with deviation

Aug 13, 2013 · Replies 1 · Aug 13, 2013

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Electrolysis of water to make transporting easier

Aug 12, 2013 · Replies 2 · Aug 12, 2013

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Higher efficiency in spray painting metal tanks.

Aug 10, 2013 · Replies 6 · Aug 12, 2013

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Node numbering scheme for Fem problems

Aug 10, 2013 · Replies 3 · Aug 11, 2013

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Calculating buckling strength of steel pipe for non-axial load

Aug 1, 2013 · Replies 8 · Aug 9, 2013

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Can't wait for my first Arduino meeting tomorrow?

Aug 1, 2013 · Replies 16 · Aug 7, 2013

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How Things Are Made: Learn the Process from Raw Materials to Factory

Aug 6, 2013 · Replies 7 · Aug 6, 2013

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Do bulletproof vests protect against punches and hammer blows?

Aug 6, 2013 · Replies 1 · Aug 6, 2013

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How much heat can I get from the sun?

Mar 20, 2012 · Replies 4 · Aug 6, 2013

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Good introductory engineering books

Aug 1, 2013 · Replies 5 · Aug 4, 2013

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What do you think about engineering?

Aug 4, 2013 · Replies 2 · Aug 4, 2013

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Question regarding y-axis units in FFT

Jul 31, 2013 · Replies 3 · Aug 2, 2013

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What is the difference in the shown waveforms conceptually?

Jul 15, 2013 · Replies 3 · Jul 27, 2013

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Damp dirt under great, sudden, pressure, acts like liquid?

Jul 20, 2013 · Replies 5 · Jul 26, 2013

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Visualizing Math: Tips & Tricks for Newbies

Jul 4, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 22, 2013

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Cell phone tips (for visually challenged users)

Jul 16, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jul 17, 2013

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Engineering RFP / specs.: Restricting country of origin.

Jul 15, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 16, 2013

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Seeing Orthogonal views in 3-D?

Jul 14, 2013 · Replies 5 · Jul 14, 2013

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Good online or physical location junk/scrap electronics,science

Jul 11, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 12, 2013

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Need advice on capturing sound

Jul 2, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 10, 2013

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Verifying a 2.5mm Hole: IR Light Sensor Solution?

Jun 28, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 10, 2013

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How could the top of an airplane fuslage be on fire without exploding?

Jul 7, 2013 · Replies 8 · Jul 7, 2013

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Putting videos into the public domain

Jun 23, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jul 6, 2013

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Mechanical or Civil Engineering: Which Should I Choose?

Jun 17, 2013 · Replies 3 · Jul 5, 2013

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A book about basic water machines/properties/flow ?

Jun 29, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jun 30, 2013

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Solving Euler-Bernoulli Beam Equation: Second Area of Moment

Jun 18, 2013 · Replies 7 · Jun 29, 2013

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What is the average day of an Engineer?

Jun 27, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jun 28, 2013

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How can I solve for beta and gamma in a cartesian vector addition problem?

Jun 23, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jun 23, 2013

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How to calculate permanent load?

Jun 21, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jun 23, 2013

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Designing a DIY Wireless Car Remote: Steps and Resources

Jun 16, 2013 · Replies 5 · Jun 17, 2013

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Where Can I Find Online Lessons and Projects for Early Engineering Learning?

Jun 15, 2013 · Replies 2 · Jun 17, 2013

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Moment Analysis: Sign Conventions & Force Selection

Jun 17, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jun 17, 2013

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Need assistance designing irrigation system

Jun 15, 2013 · Replies 2 · Jun 16, 2013

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How Can I Build a Backyard Wave Pool for Surfing?

Jun 5, 2013 · Replies 2 · Jun 13, 2013

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Intuitiveness of EE/ME versus SE

Jun 13, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jun 13, 2013

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What kind of wood should I use for a platform that holds 200 lbs

Jun 11, 2013 · Replies 3 · Jun 13, 2013

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Computer Engineering or Computer Science Major?

Mar 15, 2013 · Replies 3 · Jun 12, 2013

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Different Branches of Engineering

Jun 9, 2013 · Replies 7 · Jun 11, 2013

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Optimal control, Fourier transform, operating system, multimedia and w

Feb 28, 2013 · Replies 3 · Jun 10, 2013

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Is there an intrinsically safe combustible dust monitor for wood pellets?

Jun 4, 2013 · Replies 10 · Jun 10, 2013

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Is civil engin. the lowest of the lowest when it comes to engineer?

Jun 6, 2013 · Replies 11 · Jun 8, 2013

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Calculating the strain in three different ways - experimental error?

Jun 4, 2013 · Replies 1 · Jun 5, 2013

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Efficient Tunnel Inspection Methods: Seeking Suggestions

May 29, 2013 · Replies 6 · Jun 3, 2013

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Which EIT Exam Should I Take for the Best Career Outlook?

May 30, 2013 · Replies 2 · Jun 3, 2013

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Minimal Dimensions for Maximum Bending Moment

May 31, 2013 · Replies 4 · Jun 1, 2013

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Confusion between Comp. Eng. and Comp. Science

May 28, 2013 · Replies 3 · May 29, 2013

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Water Does Not Leak Back To The Other Side.

May 23, 2013 · Replies 19 · May 28, 2013

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What Does Error: Unclassifiable Statement Mean?

May 27, 2013 · Replies 1 · May 27, 2013

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Water requirement to extinguish fire ?

May 25, 2013 · Replies 5 · May 26, 2013

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Is Engineering as Fulfilling as It Seems?

May 11, 2013 · Replies 47 · May 25, 2013

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Reference materials to understand methods of solar-powered cooling

May 16, 2013 · Replies 6 · May 21, 2013

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Model Flow Pressure in Branch Pipe

May 17, 2013 · Replies 5 · May 18, 2013

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At what pressure / capacity does co-generation become viable?

May 15, 2013 · Replies 8 · May 17, 2013

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Identifying the Purpose of a Tower: A Scientific Inquiry

May 15, 2013 · Replies 2 · May 16, 2013

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Constraint Matrix Role in Global Matrix Assembly

May 14, 2013 · Replies 4 · May 15, 2013

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Engineering Ideas for preventing a fire at a tyre recycling plant ?

May 6, 2013 · Replies 11 · May 12, 2013

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Structural integrity and partial vacuums

May 8, 2013 · Replies 3 · May 11, 2013

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News Afghanistan B747 Crash: Inbalance Loads Lead to Stall

Apr 30, 2013 · Replies 10 · May 3, 2013

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Organizing Deconstruction Night: Where to Find Variety of Equipment

Mar 19, 2013 · Replies 18 · May 3, 2013

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Egg Drop Contests: Try Attaching a Parachute to a Hen!

Apr 17, 2013 · Replies 4 · May 2, 2013

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Is there a way to create visible/ liquid energy?

Apr 18, 2013 · Replies 17 · May 1, 2013

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What is the Young's modulus for concrete under third point loading?

Apr 30, 2013 · Replies 3 · May 1, 2013

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What Does Piping Whiplash Mean?

Apr 29, 2013 · Replies 3 · Apr 30, 2013

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Large optical image rotation for project

Jun 27, 2012 · Replies 3 · Apr 28, 2013

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How to make this pattern in a tile?

Apr 26, 2013 · Replies 5 · Apr 26, 2013

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Physics Help: Proving Elevator Problem Not Our Fault

Apr 19, 2013 · Replies 43 · Apr 25, 2013

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Principal Virtual Work Theories - Cylindrical Pipe Application

Apr 9, 2013 · Replies 2 · Apr 24, 2013

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How Can Engineers Design a Tatterproof, Flexible, and Affordable Flag?

Apr 20, 2013 · Replies 13 · Apr 24, 2013

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Lawnmower clippings- maximize packing density

Apr 23, 2013 · Replies 5 · Apr 23, 2013

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Would a manufacturing/industrial engineering internship benefit me?

Apr 7, 2013 · Replies 8 · Apr 23, 2013

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How Do You Calculate Deflection in a Simply Supported Overhanging Beam?

Apr 22, 2013 · Replies 3 · Apr 22, 2013

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Who Else Is Needed for Constructing High-Rise Buildings?

Apr 20, 2013 · Replies 3 · Apr 21, 2013

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How Accurate Are Carbon Footprint Estimates for the Chevy Volt?

Apr 20, 2013 · Replies 1 · Apr 20, 2013

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Valid Basis Functions for Triangular 2D Elements: Solving for Coefficients

Apr 18, 2013 · Replies 7 · Apr 19, 2013

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Can a Magnetic Ferrofluid Valve Float Foam Balls in a Container?

Apr 18, 2013 · Replies 3 · Apr 18, 2013

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Creating a Mini Musical Fountain: Tips and Tricks for Building Your Own

Apr 17, 2013 · Replies 1 · Apr 17, 2013

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Can You Juggle a Relationship and Engineering School?

Mar 24, 2013 · Replies 6 · Apr 16, 2013

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The Difference between Male and Female Engineering

Apr 14, 2013 · Replies 26 · Apr 16, 2013

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What about current de-icing technology used for wind turbines?

Apr 10, 2013 · Replies 18 · Apr 14, 2013

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What does an engineering job actually entail?

Mar 17, 2013 · Replies 26 · Apr 11, 2013

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How does this statics design FBD look?

Apr 8, 2013 · Replies 5 · Apr 11, 2013

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Need help finding a certain kind of foam

Apr 9, 2013 · Replies 10 · Apr 10, 2013

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Where to get really thin rubber sheets?

Apr 1, 2013 · Replies 15 · Apr 9, 2013

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Design of an Semi-Anechoic chamber

Apr 4, 2013 · Replies 5 · Apr 9, 2013

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What are the responsibility of a system engineer?

Apr 7, 2013 · Replies 1 · Apr 7, 2013

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Questions about Stereoscopic 3-D

Mar 31, 2013 · Replies 17 · Apr 6, 2013

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Can an Engineering graduate work in a field that they did not study?

Mar 28, 2013 · Replies 5 · Apr 1, 2013

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Bracket design stress formulae help

Mar 14, 2013 · Replies 6 · Apr 1, 2013

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Pump and water storage system homework help

Apr 1, 2013 · Replies 1 · Apr 1, 2013

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Automation Systems: Machines for Solar Cells, LCDs, Batteries, Fuel Cells & PCBs

Mar 30, 2013 · Replies 1 · Mar 30, 2013

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Can We Use Remote Sensing to Detect Life on Other Planets?

Mar 28, 2013 · Replies 2 · Mar 28, 2013

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How do we define and categorize technology?

Mar 26, 2013 · Replies 4 · Mar 28, 2013

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Horizontal thrust at near buildings

Feb 22, 2013 · Replies 1 · Mar 28, 2013

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Evaluate Renewable Energy Concept

Mar 10, 2013 · Replies 17 · Mar 25, 2013

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How Do Satellite Sensors Impact Society?

Mar 24, 2013 · Replies 1 · Mar 25, 2013

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How do I best fit a function's parameters to a curve

Mar 23, 2013 · Replies 3 · Mar 24, 2013

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Irrigation from artificial paving stones?

Mar 22, 2013 · Replies 3 · Mar 22, 2013

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Should Technical Reports Use Present Tense for System Operations?

Mar 21, 2013 · Replies 3 · Mar 22, 2013

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Engineering Project: Flood Resistant Terminal w/ Water Driven Propellor

Mar 19, 2013 · Replies 5 · Mar 20, 2013

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Wind Mitigation and Building Facade

Mar 12, 2013 · Replies 6 · Mar 19, 2013

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