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Instructional Robot Design Project

dekoi
Feb 25, 2006 · Replies 1 · Feb 27, 2006

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Control engineering - load variation

hanson
Feb 26, 2006 · Replies 1 · Feb 26, 2006

Replies: 1

Designing a Pipeline to Create 30% Pressure Drop for 8" Vee Notch Ball Valve

ramesh_king11
Feb 20, 2006 · Replies 2 · Feb 23, 2006

Replies: 2

A math or a simple fluid problem?

hanson
Jan 29, 2006 · Replies 4 · Feb 21, 2006

Replies: 4

Calculating Ventilation Effect Watts in a Room

TSN79
Feb 15, 2006 · Replies 1 · Feb 16, 2006

Replies: 1

How Do I Calculate the Center of Pressure on an Airfoil?

ranger1716
Feb 12, 2006 · Replies 4 · Feb 13, 2006

Replies: 4

What does the heat equation tell us about heat flow and energy balance?

TSN79
Feb 6, 2006 · Replies 3 · Feb 9, 2006

Replies: 3

How Does Fuel Usage and Design Affect Jet Engine Efficiency?

bill nye scienceguy!
Feb 6, 2006 · Replies 19 · Feb 8, 2006

Replies: 19

Why Ferrari Doesn't Use Variable Valve Timing

sid_galt
Feb 5, 2006 · Replies 22 · Feb 8, 2006

Replies: 22

What Mathematical Principles Govern the Functioning of Water Clocks?

hanson
Jan 16, 2006 · Replies 4 · Feb 7, 2006

Replies: 4

Sonic Boom: What Physics Property Prevents Air Particles?

goozooloo
Jan 16, 2006 · Replies 12 · Feb 5, 2006

Replies: 12

HELPCAN anyone explain the difference between an AC and DC motor?

yujay
Feb 4, 2006 · Replies 3 · Feb 5, 2006

Replies: 3

Why Going to the Moon is Taking 16 Years This Time Round - Hugo Rune

Hugo_Rune
Feb 3, 2006 · Replies 10 · Feb 5, 2006

Replies: 10

Engine Size: 747-400 & Airbus A380 Dimensions

Badass
Jan 28, 2006 · Replies 8 · Feb 4, 2006

Replies: 8

Find Free CNC Training Websites | CNC Learning

juma
Feb 1, 2006 · Replies 2 · Feb 4, 2006

Replies: 2

How much solar heat will my electronics enclosure put on my air conditioner?

bkelly
Feb 1, 2006 · Replies 3 · Feb 3, 2006

Replies: 3

Books for Race Car Design and Construction

hanson
Feb 2, 2006 · Replies 2 · Feb 2, 2006

Replies: 2

Most Advanced Internal Combustion Engines

bags
Jan 11, 2006 · Replies 18 · Jan 31, 2006

Replies: 18

Strain: Result of Suddenly Applied Load

Cyrus
Jan 19, 2006 · Replies 13 · Jan 31, 2006

Replies: 13

Bearing End Play: Reasons for No Concern

brewnog
Jan 23, 2006 · Replies 27 · Jan 30, 2006

Replies: 27

STAIF-2006: Space Technology & Applications International Forum

plum
Jan 26, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 30, 2006

Replies: 1

Calculating Heat Loss From a Room of 125m3 - Confusing Results?

TSN79
Jan 29, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 30, 2006

Replies: 1

What Are the Best Books on Thermal Control of Spacecraft?

Baltistani
Nov 28, 2005 · Replies 4 · Jan 30, 2006

Replies: 4

Need help with rotation question

PineRidge7
Jan 27, 2006 · Replies 7 · Jan 28, 2006

Replies: 7

Air-Exchange Number: Calculating Heat Loss Through Infiltration

TSN79
Jan 25, 2006 · Replies 6 · Jan 26, 2006

Replies: 6

Angled Ducted Fans: A New Way to Improve Stability?

Gigabyte111
Jan 16, 2006 · Replies 22 · Jan 25, 2006

Replies: 22

History of Strenght of Materials by Timoshenko

Cyrus
Jan 22, 2006 · Replies 6 · Jan 23, 2006

Replies: 6

What Do 1/4 NPT and 3/8 Orifice Size Mean for Solenoid Valves?

franznietzsche
Jan 22, 2006 · Replies 5 · Jan 23, 2006

Replies: 5

Lift Formula: SI Units & Coefficient of Lift

itsjustme
Dec 29, 2005 · Replies 5 · Jan 21, 2006

Replies: 5

Quick question about air conditioners

hkhil
Jan 21, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 21, 2006

Replies: 1

Design Car Wings: Aspect Ratio, Shape & Cross-Section

hanson
Jan 17, 2006 · Replies 11 · Jan 20, 2006

Replies: 11

How Does a Solar-Powered Air Conditioner Work?

bags
Jan 14, 2006 · Replies 4 · Jan 19, 2006

Replies: 4

Design News: Solar Power & Stirling Engine Benefits

FredGarvin
Jan 15, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 19, 2006

Replies: 1

Fluid Mechanics Problem: Calculate Force on Lower Plate

JSBeckton
Jan 14, 2006 · Replies 2 · Jan 19, 2006

Replies: 2

How Do You Calculate Required Heat Rate for Air in a Furnace?

vandesil
Jan 17, 2006 · Replies 3 · Jan 19, 2006

Replies: 3

Testing Flat Plate in Wind Tunnel: Uncertainty & Lift Analysis

sid_galt
Dec 26, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 18, 2006

Replies: 8

What Elements Enhance Free Machining Alloys Beyond Lead?

sachin_himcs
Jan 15, 2006 · Replies 5 · Jan 17, 2006

Replies: 5

Finding Max Leak Rate to Maintain Pressure in Pressure Vessel

crvz
Jan 8, 2006 · Replies 11 · Jan 17, 2006

Replies: 11

Any Recommended Videos on How a Carburator Works?

bags
Jan 14, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 15, 2006

Replies: 1

Motor Shaft Attachment for Small Electric Motor - Suggestions?

Shawnzyoo
Jan 11, 2006 · Replies 6 · Jan 12, 2006

Replies: 6

Aligning RC Car Wheels for Straight Travel: Tips Needed

fresh
Jan 11, 2006 · Replies 1 · Jan 12, 2006

Replies: 1

Discovering Friction Loss in Pipe Flow with Blasius Formula and Fouling Effects

hanson
Dec 25, 2005 · Replies 23 · Jan 11, 2006

Replies: 23

Deriving Equation for Triangular Duct Flow

jaap de vries
Dec 11, 2005 · Replies 2 · Jan 11, 2006

Replies: 2

Virgin Galactic: The Truth Behind Richard Branson's Claims of Space Flights

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Dec 15, 2005 · Replies 40 · Jan 10, 2006

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Replies: 40

Why is the Tractor Backwheel Larger than the Forewheel?

sachin_himcs
Jan 4, 2006 · Replies 12 · Jan 7, 2006

Replies: 12

Crabsteering: Find Reference Material & Design Parameters

sree
Dec 27, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 5, 2006

Replies: 8

Slip Flow Measurement: Advice & Ideas

cecil_hk
Dec 13, 2005 · Replies 15 · Jan 5, 2006

Replies: 15

Understanding Non-Lubricated Journal Bearings

Cyrus
Dec 31, 2005 · Replies 8 · Jan 1, 2006

Replies: 8

Measuring the Natural Frequency of Concrete: Techniques and Considerations

joker_900
Dec 31, 2005 · Replies 6 · Jan 1, 2006

Replies: 6

Pump Down Principle Overview | Cooling System Control

TSN79
Dec 2, 2005 · Replies 2 · Dec 30, 2005

Replies: 2

Can a Hand-Warmth Powered Stirling Engine Light Up LEDs?

Lord Draconis
Dec 25, 2005 · Replies 9 · Dec 30, 2005

Replies: 9

How Can I Connect Wheels and Circuits to My Scrambler Project's Wooden Cart?

dieselflight
Dec 29, 2005 · Replies 1 · Dec 29, 2005

Replies: 1

Helicopter Downwash: Strength, Lift, Air Viscosity & More

anders
Dec 23, 2005 · Replies 19 · Dec 29, 2005

Replies: 19

Thermionic Generators: Low Efficiency Explained

sid_galt
Dec 22, 2005 · Replies 2 · Dec 27, 2005

Replies: 2

Designing a Simple Hydraulic Lift for Pascal's Principle Presentation

Tobes
Dec 22, 2005 · Replies 5 · Dec 23, 2005

Replies: 5

Why does the right side of a Piper Navaho receive more damage in a crash?

Danger
Dec 19, 2005 · Replies 10 · Dec 21, 2005

Replies: 10

What is the difference between foot pounds and poundals?

Jdo300
Dec 20, 2005 · Replies 3 · Dec 21, 2005

Replies: 3

Gastrobotll me about gastrobots

Genecks
Dec 20, 2005 · Replies 1 · Dec 20, 2005

Replies: 1

Rejuvenation catalyst for Petrobond (R)

Flyboy
Dec 15, 2005 · Replies 12 · Dec 20, 2005

Replies: 12

A Revolutionary Engine Design: 4VU.NET

Nathan322
Dec 7, 2005 · Replies 13 · Dec 20, 2005

Replies: 13

Diamond Evacuated Bubble Contest.

Intuitive
Sep 27, 2005 · Replies 32 · Dec 19, 2005

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Replies: 32

Are Solar Power Satellites the Future of Renewable Energy?

Vast
Dec 14, 2005 · Replies 7 · Dec 14, 2005

Replies: 7

Designing a Beam for Materials Class Project

Cyrus
Nov 25, 2005 · Replies 13 · Dec 14, 2005

Replies: 13

Constructing a NiTi Flower Prototype

Ayrity
Dec 10, 2005 · Replies 17 · Dec 14, 2005

Replies: 17

Fluid mechanics friction factor formula

billybob70
Dec 11, 2005 · Replies 13 · Dec 13, 2005

Replies: 13

Highschooler who built a hovercraft

aquaticlife
Dec 11, 2005 · Replies 6 · Dec 12, 2005

Replies: 6

Infrared static earth sensor modelling

ijat_h
Dec 11, 2005 · Replies 1 · Dec 12, 2005

Replies: 1

Solve Complex Potential: Streamfunction from Velocity Potential

Lucus
Dec 10, 2005 · Replies 2 · Dec 11, 2005

Replies: 2

Is There a Y-Component of Velocity in Fully Developed Pipe Flow?

billybob70
Dec 7, 2005 · Replies 5 · Dec 11, 2005

Replies: 5

Flywheel Materials: Carbon Fiber, Steel & Fiberglass

Facial
Dec 9, 2005 · Replies 1 · Dec 9, 2005

Replies: 1

Can we accurately predict the shape of a cable system with multiple unknowns?

Cyrus
Nov 14, 2005 · Replies 8 · Dec 8, 2005

Replies: 8

Lifting Reentry: Lessening Deceleration on Reentry Explained

Flyboy
Dec 6, 2005 · Replies 7 · Dec 7, 2005

Replies: 7

How to Build a Simple Maglev Train Model for a Research Project?

M Asghar
Dec 3, 2005 · Replies 5 · Dec 7, 2005

Replies: 5

Ablative Heat Shields: Materials & Uses

Flyboy
Dec 6, 2005 · Replies 3 · Dec 6, 2005

Replies: 3

Fluid Mechanics -continuity equation

billybob70
Dec 4, 2005 · Replies 8 · Dec 6, 2005

Replies: 8

Build a pulse-jet for my final year project

Rhino
Nov 1, 2005 · Replies 6 · Dec 5, 2005

Replies: 6

How Does a Turbofan Engine Work?

karim102
Dec 2, 2005 · Replies 7 · Dec 5, 2005

Replies: 7

Vibration caused by spin fixtures?

ptrepkowski
Dec 3, 2005 · Replies 2 · Dec 3, 2005

Replies: 2

Sonic Booms: Questions & Answers

jhe1984
Nov 24, 2005 · Replies 20 · Dec 3, 2005

Replies: 20

Straightening Bent Teeth on Rotor for Stator - Tanis Foodtec

wolram
Nov 30, 2005 · Replies 16 · Dec 3, 2005

Replies: 16

Efficient Water Flow: Designing a PVC Tubing System Without Air

KingNothing
Nov 30, 2005 · Replies 24 · Dec 3, 2005

Replies: 24

Pressure, Viscosity, Thermal conduction?

Raptor01601
Nov 20, 2005 · Replies 3 · Dec 2, 2005

Replies: 3

Lift and Pressure Question ( )

physicsCU
Nov 30, 2005 · Replies 1 · Dec 1, 2005

Replies: 1

Can Calculus be Applied to Air Conditioning?

juicev85
Nov 28, 2005 · Replies 6 · Dec 1, 2005

Replies: 6

Plasterboard/drywall lift design help

carla118
Nov 27, 2005 · Replies 9 · Dec 1, 2005

Replies: 9

How Does Box Design Affect Airflow and Velocity Through Multiple Outlets?

CosRush
Nov 20, 2005 · Replies 5 · Dec 1, 2005

Replies: 5

Maximizing Energy Savings in Showers: The Potential of Heat Exchangers

gschjetne
Nov 25, 2005 · Replies 23 · Nov 29, 2005

Replies: 23

Find Resources for Modeling Generic CEV Re-Entry

schemp98
Nov 22, 2005 · Replies 3 · Nov 28, 2005

Replies: 3

How Do You Design a Safe and Efficient Plasterboard Lift?

carla118
Nov 27, 2005 · Replies 1 · Nov 27, 2005

Replies: 1

Even Better Than Superior To Nature?

SkepticJ
Nov 22, 2005 · Replies 4 · Nov 26, 2005

Replies: 4

Bottle Opener Design for Arthritis Sufferers: Force and Deflection Analysis

tompotts
Nov 21, 2005 · Replies 11 · Nov 26, 2005

Replies: 11

Why does a jet look like this when it breaks the sound barrier?

QuantumTheory
Nov 24, 2005 · Replies 9 · Nov 26, 2005

Replies: 9

Solving Feynman's Puzzle: Which Direction Does the Tube Spin?

carlz
Oct 19, 2005 · Replies 28 · Nov 24, 2005

Replies: 28

Gear Size Selection for Small Direct Drive Racing Cars

steven mosher
Nov 23, 2005 · Replies 3 · Nov 24, 2005

Replies: 3

Air-Flow Between Two Different Pressures

pyrexyn
Jan 12, 2005 · Replies 21 · Nov 24, 2005

Replies: 21

Quasiturbine engine takes in fuel after compression

sid_galt
Aug 12, 2005 · Replies 10 · Nov 23, 2005

Replies: 10

Solving the Lift Coefficient for Wind Tunnel Test on NACA 23012 Aerofoil

rc flyer uk
Nov 23, 2005 · Replies 7 · Nov 23, 2005

Replies: 7

Inlet plenum and gas law calculations?

CosRush
Nov 2, 2005 · Replies 7 · Nov 20, 2005

Replies: 7

Designing a Physics Project: "Scrambler

MajikWaffle
Nov 18, 2005 · Replies 4 · Nov 19, 2005

Replies: 4

Attitude propagation stability and accuracy

D H
Nov 19, 2005 · Replies 0 · Nov 19, 2005

Replies: 0

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