Abstract:I think that many of us chose a career in engineering because we like solving technical problems, and we like solving technical problems by experimenting and finding solutions that are better than the ones we have used before. 'Better', in this context, could mean many things; longer, taller, slenderer, stronger, more durable, less disruptive, better looking, more economical, safer, more sustainable. This intrinsic drive to innovate is of course not just a self-serving demonstration of engineering prowess and … Show more
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