Contemporary Engineering Issues

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying contemporary engineering issues suitable for academic papers and presentations. Participants explore various topics within engineering, including mechanical engineering, carbon sequestration, hypersonic combustion, and hydraulic fracturing.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks ideas for contemporary engineering issues for a paper and presentation, asking for suggestions across different fields.
  • Another participant suggests using Google to find contemporary issues in mechanical engineering, noting the vast number of results available.
  • A participant expresses a preference for input from individuals interested in engineering rather than generic search results, ultimately deciding on carbon sequestration as a topic.
  • Some participants emphasize the importance of conducting independent research before seeking help, reflecting a concern about academic integrity.
  • Hypersonic combustion is proposed as another potential topic, with one participant expressing regret for not considering it earlier.
  • Hydraulic fracturing is mentioned as a significant issue related to carbon sequestration, highlighting its environmental implications.
  • There is a mention of a dislike for discussions on global warming, yet acknowledgment of its relevance in current engineering topics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of agreement on the importance of independent research and the relevance of certain topics, while also showcasing differing opinions on the significance of global warming discussions and the selection of engineering issues.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note the need for more detailed initial posts to facilitate better discussions and suggestions. There is an underlying tension regarding expectations for prior research and the nature of inquiries made in the forum.

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I am looking for ideas for a contemporary engineering issue to write a paper about and give a brief presentation on.
 
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Engineer_Phil said:
I am looking for ideas for a contemporary engineering issue to write a paper about and give a brief presentation on.

What are your initial ideas? Which fields of engineering?
 
When I entered the terms “contemporary issues in mechanical engineering” (as a trial example) in Google search I got about 2,870,000 results in 0.28 seconds. A few sites I visited there had lists of over eighty specific contemporary issues. Have you tried this?
 
Bobbywhy said:
When I entered the terms “contemporary issues in mechanical engineering” (as a trial example) in Google search I got about 2,870,000 results in 0.28 seconds. A few sites I visited there had lists of over eighty specific contemporary issues. Have you tried this?

Does google have an option to show me what people would find most interesting? I asked because I wanted input from people that have an interest in engineering, not a mindless list from a search engine.

I have decided that carbon sequestation would be a good topic to use.
 
Engineer_Phil said:
Does google have an option to show me what people would find most interesting? I asked because I wanted input from people that have an interest in engineering, not a mindless list from a search engine.

I have decided that carbon sequestation would be a good topic to use.

Please mellow the attitude. One of the themes of the PF is that we expect people to do work and research on their own before asking questions here. And we expect to see evidence of those efforts in your original post (OP). That's why I asked the question that I did -- to see what you had done on your own.

We get people coming here all the time trying to get us to do their schoolwork for them, and we try to avoid doing that. Glad you found something that you like as a topic.
 
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berkeman said:
Please watch the attitude. One of the themes of the PF is that we expect people to do work and research on their own before asking questions here. And we expect to see evidence of those efforts in your original post (OP). That's why I asked the question that I did -- to see what you had done on your own.

We get people coming here all the time trying to get us to do their schoolwork for them, and we try to avoid doing that. Glad you found something that you like as a topic.

I had no problem with your response, and I understand why you asked the question. The fact is that I was in a hurry when I made the OP, but I should have put more details. Any attitude that I had was directed towards the lecture that I received any how Google can give million or billions of results in a fraction of a second. Sorry I even asked the question.
 
Hypersonic combustion.
 
Engineer_Phil said:
Does google have an option to show me what people would find most interesting? I asked because I wanted input from people that have an interest in engineering, not a mindless list from a search engine.

I have decided that carbon sequestation would be a good topic to use.

I like the idea of carbon sequestation. Another topic along these same lines is fracing (hydrofracturing) in the production of natural gas from shales. This is a big issue in the northeast right now, and has global warming as well as environmental geological implications.
 
I wish I would have thought of the Hypersonic Combustion issue earlier. I rather loathe global warming discussions. But its a hot item right now, and I've already committed to the carbon sequestration topic.
 
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Its not like anyone would even know that was an issue unless you're studying fluids or combustion. I like your pun by the way.
 

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