Engineering Engineer major doing physics research

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Mechanical, electrical, and mechatronics engineers can engage in physics research, particularly in areas relevant to their fields. Each engineering discipline has specific physics applications; for instance, electrical engineering focuses on electromagnetics and photonics, while mechanical and aerospace engineering deals with fluid dynamics and propulsion. While engineers can conduct research that intersects with physics, it may differ from traditional physics research, as it often emphasizes practical applications. Engineering physics is highlighted as a field that allows for research across various physics domains, but it may not equate to pure physics research. The discussion emphasizes the relevance of the chosen engineering discipline to the type of physics research one can pursue.
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hello all, i am wondering if a mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, or mechatronics engineer have the credentials to do physics research?

i want to go into 1 of the 3(leaning more towards mechanical or mechatronics) so i want to know if it is possible to research in ANY area of physics.

Also, does anyone have input on engineering physics?
 
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In a sense, you could do research in any area of physics from engineering but I don't think it will necessarily be the same as doing physics research. For instance, Electrical engineering studies electromagnetics, lightning, photonics, etc. Mechanical/Aerospace engineers study fluid/aerodynamics, propulsion. I am sure nuclear and chemical engineers have other research possibilities.

Edit: By any, I mean something relevant to the engineering field you are/would be in.
 
i see, thank you for your response! :)
 

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