November 2023 Pop Quiz for Engineers
Nothing makes a person look smarter than wearing a PILGRIM'S HAT. Will your score be high enough to remove the hat? Here's the November 2023 Pop Quiz for Engineers. Are you smarter than an undergraduate?
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.
The Rise and Fall of the Airbus A380: A Lesson for Professional Engineers
The A380 was designed to be a game-changer in the aviation industry. Boasting a double-deck, wide-body, four-engine jet configuration, it had a typical seating capacity of 555 passengers in a three-class configuration and could transport over 800 passengers in a denser configuration. The goal? Address the problem of congested airports and airspace by carrying more passengers per flight.
Lessons Learned: The 1999 Aggie Bonfire Collapse
The Aggie Bonfire was more than a mere bonfire; it was a towering structure of log stacks reaching nearly sixty feet high, an emblem of Aggie spirit and camaraderie. The collapse, which occurred during construction, was a shocking tragedy that deeply affected the University and the broader community.
The October Ethical Dilemma: Gift-Sharing of a Hotel Suite
Engineer Bob is director of engineering with a large governmental agency that uses many engineering consultants. Engineer Alan is a principal in a large engineering firm that performs services for that agency.
October 2023 Pop Quiz for Engineers
Will your score on this month's quiz be high enough to allow you to remove your MASK? Or, will a low score keep you DISGUISED? Here's the October 2023 Pop Quiz for Engineers. Are you smarter than an undergraduate?