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Feature Writer: Susan Kristoff
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Welcome to the Suite101 Engineering Section. Are you new to engineering or interested in learning more about the profession? Here at Suite101 you can learn the basics about who engineers are and what they do. We are always looking for ideas for new articles. Please contact Featured Writer Susan Kristoff with any potential article ideas.

Learn more now about Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Chemical Engineers, and Civil Engineers, as well as other branches of engineering.

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Introduction to Positive Train Control

In: Engineering (general)

Positive train control is an umbrella term that applies to technologies that helps rail vehicles to avoid accidents. more...

Corrosion in Aircraft Fuselage Lap Joints

In: Mechanical Engineering

Normal flight operations combined with exposure to corrosive elements can cause material loss and a reduction of structural integrity in fuselage lap joints. more...

Pursuing an Online Engineering Degree

In: Engineering (general)

For some prospective engineering students, an online engineering degree program is the best fit for their lifestyle. more...

Extracting Petroleum from Oil Sands

In: Engineering (general)

Oil sands offer an alternative source for crude oil production than traditional petroleum reserves. more...

Fatigue Crack Growth in Aircraft Lap Joints

In: Mechanical Engineering

Normal flight cycles can cause crack initiation and progression in aircraft skins. more...

The Fatigue Failure of Aloha Flight 243

In: Mechanical Engineering

The presence of widespread fatigue damage and inter-layer corrosion led to massive crack progression through the fuselage of the Aloha Flight 243 aircraft. more...

Researching Grants for Engineering Projects

In: Engineering (general)

Research grants are available to individuals and companies looking to bring their ideas to market. more...

Metal Coating Processes

In: Manufacture Engineering

A variety of coating materials and processes exist to protect metal parts and structures from environmental effects. more...

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