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What is the golden rule for torquing nuts and bolts?

wolram
Jun 24, 2006 · Replies 7 · Jun 25, 2006

Replies: 7

Why Must Refrigerant Be Compressed in Air Conditioners?

haynewp
Jun 4, 2006 · Replies 8 · Jun 25, 2006

Replies: 8

How can one design an efficient vortex using an impellar and a cylinder?

engware
Jun 10, 2006 · Replies 7 · Jun 23, 2006

Replies: 7

100% efficiency plus hydrosonic pump

Artman
Feb 17, 2004 · Replies 6 · Jun 19, 2006

Replies: 6

Heat Transfer of Horizontal Closed Loop Systems

NSX
Jun 18, 2006 · Replies 2 · Jun 19, 2006

Replies: 2

Static Pressure Poorly Described by Texts

Cyrus
Jun 14, 2006 · Replies 7 · Jun 18, 2006

Replies: 7

What is the mechanism behind airport shopping trolley brakes?

Bladibla
Jun 17, 2006 · Replies 4 · Jun 18, 2006

Replies: 4

Some Food For Thought for Tinkerers

FredGarvin
Jun 14, 2006 · Replies 11 · Jun 17, 2006

Replies: 11

Is a Gas-Powered Blower/Vac Enough for a Water-Capable Hovercraft?

Imop45
Jun 13, 2006 · Replies 24 · Jun 16, 2006

Replies: 24

Who Worked on the Electronics of the Avro Arrow?

DaveC426913
Jun 11, 2006 · Replies 2 · Jun 11, 2006

Replies: 2

How to get a hexagonal nut out of a round hole

wolram
Jun 8, 2006 · Replies 37 · Jun 10, 2006

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Replies: 37

Convert Mechanical Energy to Heat: Min Heat, Max Output

sid211
Apr 16, 2006 · Replies 7 · Jun 6, 2006

Replies: 7

I need an easy explanation for a flow formula

uhuge
May 24, 2006 · Replies 6 · Jun 6, 2006

Replies: 6

'Jet' engine with positive displacement compressor?

NateTG
Jun 2, 2006 · Replies 10 · Jun 6, 2006

Replies: 10

Is Exiting Nitrogen in Jet Engines Contributing to Thrust?

RGClark
May 18, 2006 · Replies 11 · Jun 5, 2006

Replies: 11

What is Aeroelasticity? Is it one of the branches of Aerodynamics?

EngTechno
Jun 18, 2004 · Replies 6 · Jun 5, 2006

Replies: 6

Automating Placement of Crumbly Sponges in Pots

wolram
Mar 25, 2006 · Replies 30 · Jun 4, 2006

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Heat transfer or fluid dynamics?

hanson
May 31, 2006 · Replies 5 · Jun 3, 2006

Replies: 5

Where to Find Moment Coefficients?

physicsCU
Jun 1, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jun 2, 2006

Replies: 1

Automotive Learn Automotive Systems: Find the Best Book to Read

Neohaven
May 31, 2006 · Replies 8 · Jun 1, 2006

Replies: 8

Artificial Muscle Finds Use In Robots

DigEagle
May 31, 2006 · Replies 1 · May 31, 2006

Replies: 1

Can a Normal Refrigerator Compressor Pump Liquids for a DIY Heat Engine?

Longstreet
Apr 14, 2006 · Replies 12 · May 30, 2006

Replies: 12

Undergoing large project: go cart

Ayrity
Jan 5, 2006 · Replies 19 · May 29, 2006

Replies: 19

Understanding the Relationship between Turbulence, Drag, and the Reynolds Number

ArielGenesis
May 17, 2006 · Replies 22 · May 29, 2006

Replies: 22

Lift on an Airfoil: Bernoulli vs Newtonian

al_201314
May 27, 2006 · Replies 6 · May 29, 2006

Replies: 6

How Does Air Flow Change with 90-Degree Fittings?

dingpud
May 19, 2006 · Replies 5 · May 26, 2006

Replies: 5

What factors limit the maximum speed of a ground vehicle?

|Orion's Thought|
Jan 29, 2006 · Replies 8 · May 24, 2006

Replies: 8

Mechanical Principles. Engineering Components

kyleblack
May 22, 2006 · Replies 2 · May 23, 2006

Replies: 2

Calculating Energy Requirements for a Solar Sails Satellite Orbiting the Sun

Intuitive
May 7, 2006 · Replies 5 · May 22, 2006

Replies: 5

Integrated Heat Pumps: Learn How to Save Energy

hanson
Apr 14, 2006 · Replies 5 · May 21, 2006

Replies: 5

Is Japan Collaborating with NASA and Boeing to Develop a Supersonic Airliner?

Astronuc
May 10, 2006 · Replies 22 · May 21, 2006

Replies: 22

What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of the Superheated Steam Cycle?

ksle82
May 19, 2006 · Replies 7 · May 21, 2006

Replies: 7

Calculating Strength of Hollow Shaft with Notch & Holes

elmariachi
May 16, 2006 · Replies 7 · May 18, 2006

Replies: 7

Scram Jet Blimps: Reaching Space with Rigid Dirigibles and Scram Jets

Intuitive
May 2, 2006 · Replies 14 · May 16, 2006

Replies: 14

Hardness & Torsion Testing: Notes, Articles & Theories

hamham
May 15, 2006 · Replies 2 · May 16, 2006

Replies: 2

Water Powered Car: Is HHO a Viable Option?

theCandyman
May 15, 2006 · Replies 4 · May 15, 2006

Replies: 4

Vacuum Technology Research - Sagar's Project

sagarchand
Jan 28, 2004 · Replies 1 · May 13, 2006

Replies: 1

Why tiles for re-entry and not launch?

Line
Apr 19, 2006 · Replies 12 · May 12, 2006

Replies: 12

Discover the Latest Airliner Autoland Statistics | Uncover the Truth Now!

russ_watters
May 8, 2006 · Replies 6 · May 11, 2006

Replies: 6

Solenoid force to electrical current

Mike Phan
May 10, 2006 · Replies 4 · May 10, 2006

Replies: 4

Fluid Mechaincs - Draining Sphere

bige1027
May 9, 2006 · Replies 2 · May 10, 2006

Replies: 2

Convection question? MechE or Civil?

Trooko
May 8, 2006 · Replies 5 · May 10, 2006

Replies: 5

What are the key factors affecting high speed train aerodynamics?

himanshu121
May 1, 2006 · Replies 3 · May 10, 2006

Replies: 3

Can Biodiesel Be Converted for Use in Gasoline Engines?

Ayrity
Feb 10, 2006 · Replies 18 · May 10, 2006

Replies: 18

Difference between accuracy and resolution

TSN79
May 9, 2006 · Replies 3 · May 9, 2006

Replies: 3

Throttling Process & Joule Thomson Effect

ahmad.hasan
May 5, 2006 · Replies 7 · May 8, 2006

Replies: 7

Calculations on a set of drumbrakes

TSN79
May 7, 2006 · Replies 7 · May 8, 2006

Replies: 7

What is the relationship between airflow and pressure in a compressor?

sam_nich
Apr 22, 2006 · Replies 8 · May 7, 2006

Replies: 8

Need help designing rear seat braces

usfz28
May 5, 2006 · Replies 3 · May 5, 2006

Replies: 3

Maximizing Momentum Transfer in Space Ships for Optimal Performance

Intuitive
Apr 29, 2006 · Replies 9 · May 4, 2006

Replies: 9

Creating a Car Model for Turning: Dynamics Knowledge Needed

JoaoRebelo
Apr 27, 2006 · Replies 1 · May 3, 2006

Replies: 1

Canard Configuration and Sum of Moments

mpm
May 3, 2006 · Replies 2 · May 3, 2006

Replies: 2

Solving Problems in Theoretical Acoustics: Need Book Suggestions

FredGarvin
Apr 30, 2006 · Replies 1 · May 1, 2006

Replies: 1

Can you help me estimate the minimum machining time for this forging problem?

wbb2
Apr 28, 2006 · Replies 2 · Apr 29, 2006

Replies: 2

How Does the Explicit Method Solve 1-D Heat Conduction Problems?

Lucky mkhonza
Apr 20, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 28, 2006

Replies: 1

Where to Buy a 9m Wide Three Layer Blown Film Coextrusion Line?

zaina
Apr 27, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 27, 2006

Replies: 1

Spring designed for compression

sid_galt
Apr 27, 2006 · Replies 5 · Apr 27, 2006

Replies: 5

Analysis of Performance of Rotary Vane Compressor

sam_nich
Apr 19, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 24, 2006

Replies: 1

How can I design a homemade dynamometer for small engines?

Ayrity
Apr 17, 2006 · Replies 16 · Apr 24, 2006

Replies: 16

What is the normal depth of a channel in uniform flow?

Pyrrhus
Mar 31, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 24, 2006

Replies: 1

Friction factor on very very low reynolds number

han168
Apr 7, 2006 · Replies 6 · Apr 20, 2006

Replies: 6

Automotive Question about automotive suspensions

krekquel
Apr 18, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 19, 2006

Replies: 1

Measuring Lift Curve Slope on a 1/2-Wing vs Full Wing

ChrisHarvey
Apr 19, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 19, 2006

Replies: 1

How can we design a homemade curd churner using vector graphics software?

heman
Mar 5, 2006 · Replies 16 · Apr 18, 2006

Replies: 16

Can Worm Gear Work w/ Spur Gear for Model?

shwagy357
Apr 17, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 17, 2006

Replies: 1

Which Book is Best for Learning Dynamics in Engineering Mechanics?

Undergrad-ME
Feb 23, 2006 · Replies 12 · Apr 16, 2006

Replies: 12

Optimizing Air Conditioner Filter Placement for Maximum Efficiency

haynewp
Apr 16, 2006 · Replies 7 · Apr 16, 2006

Replies: 7

Researching Spring Loaded Pneumatic Cylinders

justinreeves
Apr 9, 2006 · Replies 20 · Apr 12, 2006

Replies: 20

Can't seen to get the right solution-A sluice gate dams water up

JSBeckton
Apr 8, 2006 · Replies 6 · Apr 9, 2006

Replies: 6

Is there a difference between shock waves and compression waves?

Cliff_J
Apr 5, 2006 · Replies 7 · Apr 5, 2006

Replies: 7

Can an Old Engine Run on Modern Oils and Unleaded Petrol?

wolram
Apr 2, 2006 · Replies 10 · Apr 5, 2006

Replies: 10

Grinding Camshafts: Cost & Strength Benefits

sid_galt
Apr 3, 2006 · Replies 10 · Apr 4, 2006

Replies: 10

Radiation Thermal Analysis: Find the Best Software Now!

Baltistani
Feb 28, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 3, 2006

Replies: 1

Can a Hydraulic Engine with a Single Moving Part Function?

wolram
Mar 22, 2006 · Replies 4 · Apr 3, 2006

Replies: 4

What is the placement of the spark plug in an L head combustion chamber?

bags
Mar 31, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 2, 2006

Replies: 1

What does a CEM actually do? Strictly Energy Audits and such?

PeopleEngineer
Apr 1, 2006 · Replies 1 · Apr 1, 2006

Replies: 1

Square wheel locomotion for MEMS

Ivan Seeking
Mar 26, 2006 · Replies 23 · Mar 31, 2006

Replies: 23

How does this new car system produce hydrogen using metals?

RVBuckeye
Mar 25, 2006 · Replies 15 · Mar 26, 2006

Replies: 15

Rand Cam Engine: New Automotive Technology

wolram
Mar 24, 2006 · Replies 10 · Mar 25, 2006

Replies: 10

The Minimum Speed Necessary for a Scramjet to Operate

|Orion's Thought|
Jan 30, 2006 · Replies 10 · Mar 25, 2006

Replies: 10

Expansion pressure of water in a closed system

laca4677
Mar 15, 2006 · Replies 8 · Mar 20, 2006

Replies: 8

Axial and centrifugal ventilators

mystiqus
Mar 13, 2006 · Replies 6 · Mar 20, 2006

Replies: 6

Understanding Residual Stresses: Books & References

dilberg
Mar 13, 2006 · Replies 5 · Mar 18, 2006

Replies: 5

Help a First Year Mechanical Engineering Student Build a Car

banerjeerupak
Mar 16, 2006 · Replies 7 · Mar 17, 2006

Replies: 7

Nu (Nusselt) number for vertical rectangular enclosures

leka
Mar 9, 2006 · Replies 11 · Mar 17, 2006

Replies: 11

Why Does a Cylinder Have the Least Moment of Inertia Compared to a Ring?

VooDoo
Mar 11, 2006 · Replies 2 · Mar 13, 2006

Replies: 2

What Are the Advantages and Challenges of the Wankel Engine?

bags
Mar 11, 2006 · Replies 4 · Mar 11, 2006

Replies: 4

Lathe & Mill for Model Steam Engines - £1,000 Budget

wolram
Mar 6, 2006 · Replies 5 · Mar 9, 2006

Replies: 5

Advice for Dealing with a Difficult Teacher

Undergrad-ME
Mar 4, 2006 · Replies 10 · Mar 8, 2006

Replies: 10

Spherical Vehicle Design by Michael W. Reed

MichaelWReed
Mar 6, 2006 · Replies 9 · Mar 8, 2006

Replies: 9

Building a Basic Robot - Resources & Advice

CronoSpark
Feb 11, 2005 · Replies 5 · Mar 7, 2006

Replies: 5

Build a machine that lifts and transports a load?

alexi324
Mar 4, 2006 · Replies 2 · Mar 5, 2006

Replies: 2

How Do You Determine Gear Tolerance and Surface Roughness?

hanson
Mar 5, 2006 · Replies 1 · Mar 5, 2006

Replies: 1

Heat pumps and shape-memory alloys motor

magi
Jan 7, 2006 · Replies 10 · Mar 4, 2006

Replies: 10

Geothermal Well charachteristics

anonymoose
Jan 31, 2006 · Replies 1 · Mar 3, 2006

Replies: 1

A Theoretical Treatment of Technical Risk in Modern Propulsion System Design

Astronuc
Mar 2, 2006 · Replies 1 · Mar 3, 2006

Replies: 1

Theoretical Max of an IC Engine

TexanJohn
Feb 17, 2006 · Replies 14 · Mar 2, 2006

Replies: 14

What type of fan generally yiels the fastest output velocity?

infamous_Q
Feb 28, 2006 · Replies 11 · Mar 2, 2006

Replies: 11

How can we build a tiny hovercraft using a simple fan assembly?

gulsen
Feb 13, 2006 · Replies 4 · Mar 1, 2006

Replies: 4

Mastering Circuit Courses: Tips and Tricks from an ME Student

Mr. A
Feb 17, 2006 · Replies 7 · Mar 1, 2006

Replies: 7

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