What Are the Giant Smokestacks at Nuclear Plants For?
The good news is it's not smoke. It's steam.
Have you ever wondered what those large,
Do Himalayan Salt Lamps Work?
Recently a reader suggested I cover the topic of Himalayan salt crystal lamps. I have a bit of personal experience
Static Force Systems
In our previous post, we looked at some basic terminology. In this post, we will look at the mechanics fundamentals
Variability in Design for Assembly
The paper by Namouz, Summers, and Mocko considers the applicability of the Boothroyd and Dewhurst assembly time estimation method as
Historical Survey of Engineering Design
General Comments on Publications and Research
The reviews under consideration provides insight into the value of researching current publications. Researching
Nuclear Reactor Control Rods
Sometimes people ask me what the control rods in nuclear power plants are. Well, here's the answer:
Uses
Quick Review of Product Lifecycle Management Software
Product Lifecycle Management software is used to track everything related to how raw materials are converted to a usable product
The “I Designed It Myself” Effect in Mass Customization
Mass customization is the concept where manufactured goods may be customized by the consumer. These goods may have individualized modifications
Overview of Nuclear Reactor Core Fundamentals
Many factors play into the design of a modern reactor core. One of the first questions that come to mind
What is Depleted Uranium?
One of my friends recently asked me what depleted uranium was. He had heard about it being dangerous and wondered