Why are Blueprints Called Blueprints?
Have you ever wondered why blueprints are called blueprints? The answer is surprisingly simple. The first blueprint was developed in 1842 by John Herschel, an American chemist, astronomer and photographer ...
Engineering Oddities: The Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa has experienced many phases of construction and attempted remedies throughout its history. Its construction began in 1173 AD, and by the end of this initial phase, a tilt was already noticeable ...
Engineering Ingenuity of the Ancient Romans
While the Ancient Greeks are often lauded for their contributions to many fields such as poetry, philosophy, and mathematics (to name a few), the incredible engineering feats of the Ancient Romans were instrumental in their infrastructural and organizational efforts, and these ingenuities are employed by engineers even today ...
Digitally Signing and Sealing Your Plans
Digital Signatures are added with the aid of a third-party authentication program, which both ensures that the Professional Engineer is the one signing the document and prevents future repudiation. The authentication programs can vary, but they function by assigning an individual “certificate” that verifies identity ...
3D Printing for Engineers: An Introduction
3D Printing is a field of rapidly growing significance that offers advantages attractive to the Engineering profession. The global 3D Printing market size was estimated to be worth $11.58 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach $35.38 billion by 2027 ...
Suggested Reading for Engineers
Not only can reading help you to unwind after a long day, but certain books can deliver unique insights and perspectives that you may have not otherwise considered. If you are looking for book recommendations, we have selected the following that can benefit the professional lives ...