(2011) move to an application of the general theoretical principles and certain of their conclusions to the real-world issues facing high-rise structures (buildings), discussing windshear and the typical stress trajectories that these buildings face Continue Reading...
..that gender differences entry into science and engineering can arise both from differences in the socioeconomic backgrounds of individuals and from differences in access to education." (2001) the following table labeled Figure 1 lists the total num Continue Reading...
For G&G personnel, it will provide an ability to recognize very early in the evaluation process the potential for fracturing to improve potential target formations, as well as learning what types of formations make the best targets for fracture Continue Reading...
The Handbook also emphasizes that, "Engineers should be creative, inquisitive, analytical, and detail oriented. They should be able to work as part of a team and to communicate well, both orally and in writing" (Engineers 2010:4). In addition, good Continue Reading...
Technology Updates The Cost of Technological Advances The development of technological advances has been significant in the last 50 years but more so in the last 30. According to Moore an early pioneer in silicone technology, the capacity for engi Continue Reading...
Borrowed elements from works of ancient art have played a crucial role in contemporary structural engineering development. As has been observed even in earlier times, a compilation of diverse artworks from ancient times may be assimilated using advan Continue Reading...
This information was used to assess the level of compliance by drivers with company policies and procedures, as well as to ensure that all transportation of product was performed in a safe and efficient fashion. Application of Engineering Knowledge Continue Reading...
Steel can create a very durable and rugged car that will often outlast the animals that are drawing it. However aluminum is as durable and element resistant as well as being extremely lightweight and is often the material of choice for many countrie Continue Reading...
Piles The literature review for this particular study is conducted in order to ascertain what, if any, problems, solutions and circumstances are present with the manner in which current piles are developed, used and maintained. The literature should Continue Reading...
This product may provide "long-term electrochemical protection" against the deterioration of the steel rebar in the concrete, the article states. When this "pressure-sensitive" zinc-hydrogel solution is applied an "iconic current" is conducted. Wire Continue Reading...
Nanotechnology All manufactured products are made from atoms, with the properties of these products based on how atoms are put together. By rearranging coal atoms, diamonds are formed. Similarly, by rearranging the atoms in sand and adding some trac Continue Reading...
Project Management: Case Study in Managing a Complex Shipyard Project in Singapore Background of Complex Shipyard Construction Project Company background Project Overview and Objective Work Process of Building Construction Issue Analysis in Ship Continue Reading...
Nanomachines The Science of molecular size machines and its engineering designs and constructions until late 1980s were not considered practicable. Nanotechnology, according to the leading exponents of that time were neither feasible nor viable, due Continue Reading...
Michael Cooley (1972) has suggested that the drawing office has been downgraded in importance as a result of the finer division of labor in engineering that began in the 1930s. He described how the creative design element had become increasingly se Continue Reading...
engineer engages in a process that is both technical, and social as he or she works to facilitate the creation of a product to meet the customer's needs. If this process were strictly functional application of mathematics, design specifications and Continue Reading...
Its subaqueous nature presented related challenges of support and safety during construction, but in most other regards it was a different undertaking altogether. The material through which the tunnel was dug was primarily chalk, not the relatively Continue Reading...
The step-by-step instructions that were used for manufacturing the device are set forth in Table 4 below. Table 4 Instructions for building the lift device Step Instructions Step One Using wood saw, cut all wooden pieces (Part Nos. W1, W2 and Continue Reading...
It is essential for company managers, safety practitioners and manufacturing engineers to be informed of and gain sufficient knowledge about current research developments in this field and implement safety strategies as well as systems to minimize o Continue Reading...
The original design did not take into account such a collapse, and so people in the streets were not sheltered from falling debris and ash. Pedestrian safety was not fully considered in this large of a disaster. The several pedestrian bridges which Continue Reading...
Technical: Three years' experience in the testing, calibration and repair of electrical equipment; ability to work under limited supervision; ability to read circuit maps and find work locations from them Strong computer skills including Windows 20 Continue Reading...
Innovative Processes There are a number of methodologies available in today's literature that provides data on innovation and inventiveness. A number of those methodologies are contained herein, with a special emphasis on the TRIZ approach to innova Continue Reading...
( Manion, 2002). The ethics of sustainable development in the sciences also includes the "precautionary principle." This refers to the view that, "When an activity raises threats of harm to human health and the environment, precautionary measures sh Continue Reading...
Invention by Design, by Henry Petroski, published in Cambridge, MA by the Harvard University Press in 1996. Specifically, it will discuss what in the book is relevant to the Mechanical Engineering program, the author's main points, and whether these Continue Reading...
Building Information Modeling BIM Images Evolution of BIM Characteristics of BIM Managing BIM Models Barriers to BIM The Future of BIM Recently, a lot of revolution has been taking place to bring change in the fabric of the audiovisual design Continue Reading...
The main framework is however the Diffusion of Innovation (DoI) theory that was proposed by Rogers (1995). Other factors are however incorporated so as to make use understand the user adoption of the ENUM technology. The users possessing high adopti Continue Reading...
The system also has to undergo thousands of cycles and vibrations and needs to be able to stand up to the same reliability standards as the rest of the components on the bike. Conventional and Proven Rear Suspension Designs Given all of the previo Continue Reading...
For instance, as the Project Engineer for KUDU Corporate, I was responsible for completing such tasks as negotiating with vendors, achieving optimization, and planning the completion of projects. In doing this, I had to carefully consider not only t Continue Reading...
SOP I have been performing surgery on electronics since I was five years old, and I figured out how to unscrew the back of my old stereo. Harvesting tubes from discarded stereos became my number one hobby, before I learned how to drive. The nice old Continue Reading...
Human Element Computer systems design has come a long way from the time when Dijkstra first began exploring time sharing mechanism in the workings of the keyboard. In his day, computers were the realms of scientists and technical people. Operating Continue Reading...
Failure of Cable Stayed Bridge Factors Leading to Failure of Cable Stayed Bridges When there is failure experienced in a single structural element, there is high probability that the failure could lead to future failures of bigger intensity, includ Continue Reading...
Lower quenching temperatures create microstructures that demonstrate a greater elasticity, with smaller and less brittle connections forming between microstructures. 12) Martensite is a high-carbon steel formed from the rapid cooling of austenite i Continue Reading...
Personal Statement As a person who is concerned with the environment and has a background in information technology, applying for admission to a Masters of Science program at XXX University is one in a series of logical steps and choices in my perso Continue Reading...
There are two basic hazards here: there is a low edge at the bottom of the equipment with which Mike is to work. Furthermore, the dung that falls from the hatch is of such a fine nature that it can easily enter the eyes, nose and mouth of the person Continue Reading...
technical advances that occurred since 1950 that radically changed any 4 of the following 6 areas. Transportation - Modern automobiles with all sorts of conveniences such as anti-lock brakes, sophisticated sensors, and computer-controlled mechanism Continue Reading...
The examples and the codes show that healthy competition is good, but must not lead to disrespectful cut-throat practices. Further, as these documents say, the engineer must resist the drive for individual gain if it puts the entire profession at st Continue Reading...
Katunin, A., Dragan, K., & Dziendzikowski, M. (2015). Damage identification in aircraft composite structures a case study using various non-destructive testing techniques. Composite Structures, 127, 1-9. The research article shows that the appli Continue Reading...
Glass Structures There has been a dramatic increase in the use of structural glass in building, as a result of interest from architects and improvements in glass technology. Glass plays an important role as it keeps out rains, transparent yet durab Continue Reading...
Decisions in Paradise Nik and the team face significant challenges in expanding Boeing's development and business base on the Island of Kava. Despite the limitations of infrastructure, there are significant opportunities for Boeing to expand its com Continue Reading...
How does the building address the issue of light? The building, despite its weight and size, is lacy and light. It is reduced to a minimum in order to achieve height, much like a giraffe has a thin but strong neck, or a butterfly has a delicate la Continue Reading...
