The May Ethical Dilemma: The Clairvoyant Engineer

Engineer Ben is hired by Client X to develop a design for a project. After Ben develops what he believes to be the best design and meets with Client X to discuss the design plans and specifications, Client X and Ben enter a dispute concerning the project’s ultimate success.

By |2023-06-27T16:09:41-06:00May 15th, 2023|Ethical Dilemma|16 Comments

The April Ethical Dilemma: Reviewing the Work Of Another Engineer

Engineer Wally performed design services for a client and also agreed to perform inspection services during the construction phase of the project. Owing to factors beyond the control of the client, work does not proceed to the construction phase, and therefore, Wally does not perform inspection services.

By |2023-06-27T16:10:03-06:00April 17th, 2023|Ethical Dilemma|15 Comments

Desalination: A Viable Solution for Water Shortages?

Desalination is the process of removing minerals (mostly salt) from seawater through physical and chemical processes to make it drinkable. Desalinated water is used on many seagoing ships and submarines, and water-scarce regions are particularly reliant on the technology.

By |2023-06-27T16:17:34-06:00April 3rd, 2023|Tuesday Tidbits|4 Comments

Florida International University-Sweetwater Pedestrian Bridge Collapse

The Florida International University (FIU)-Sweetwater University City pedestrian bridge was planned to connect the FIU campus to student housing neighborhoods in Sweetwater. It was intended to improve pedestrian safety, as the crosswalks at this wide, busy intersection had been a safety hazard.

By |2023-06-27T16:23:15-06:00March 30th, 2023|Friday Famous Failures|10 Comments