Riddle Me This: Halfway Glass
You are in an empty room with a glass of water. The glass is a right cylinder that looks like it is about half-full, but you are not quite sure ...
Riddle Me This: Nuts, Bolts, Nuts & Bolts
In front of you are three closed metal boxes. One is labeled "Nuts," one is labeled "Bolts," and one is labeled ...
The Best Advice for Engineers
Whether by looking at historical engineering disasters for what to avoid, or by studying feats of innovative engineering successes, it is clear that as engineers, we have much to gain from the knowledge ...
Responsible Charge: What Exactly Does It Mean?
The National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) defines Responsible Charge as the “direct control and personal supervision of engineering work.” This may lead some to wonder ...
Riddle Me This: Circular Divisions
Circular Divisions: What is the maximum number of ...
5 Movies That Featured an Engineering Character
While engineers aren’t always the most featured characters on television shows, they are often the most popular. Perhaps more engineering characters will find their way ...
Riddle Me This: The River Dilemma
You've just purchased three things at the local market: a wolf, a duck, and a bag of seeds ....
What is MHD?
Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) – a specialized field marrying fluid dynamics and magnetism – delves into the behavior of electrically conducting fluids, such as saltwater or plasma, under the influence of magnetic fields. Beyond its intriguing theoretical constructs, one of its most promising applications lies in water propulsion.
Riddle Me This: What’s My Number?
Engineer Bob parks his car in a public parking lot. Getting out of the car, he sees a sign that reads: “After parking, driver must pay the cashier and identify the parking slot by the number painted on the concrete.”
Riddle Me This: Name the Culprit!
Yesterday, four gangsters were arrested by the police. One of the four was suspected of having murdered a policeman during a heist. Each one made two statements under Interrogation.