The Engineers Crib

Weather forecast instruments are a vital component in our application of science and technology in an attempt to predict future conditions of the atmosphere for a given time and location.  This article will help you know the basic weather forecast instruments and invention which aids scientist in reading the weather today. 1. Pyranometers Measure Solar Irradiance Pyranometers  are a special type of weather forecast equipment used to measure solar irradiance on a given planar surface. They are also designed to detect and record solar radiation flux density  (W/m2)  within a wavelength range of  0.3 to 2.8 micrometers . They have become the World Meteorological Organization's standard instrument and are covered under the International ISO 9060 standard. Such devices tend to be calibrated using the World Radiometric Reference which is maintained by the World Radiation Center in Switzerland. Pyranometers tend to comprise of following main components: ...

These often make surprising reading, as names still well-known today sometimes left a different impression on their contemporaries than we might suppose; and in other cases, notable personalities have not been remembered. Below are engineers who laid a solid foundation on which we build today 1 September 1859 Isambard Kingdom Brunel A classic example of someone upon whom legendary status has been conferred with hindsight, in Victorian Britain it seems that history’s most famous engineer was not well-regarded. Even praise for his achievements comes with caveats: “ Notwithstanding the number and imposing character of his works many of them, often indeed through no fault of his own, have proved unsuccessful .” The obituary notes the high cost of his projects and claims that Brunel did not seek to promote new talent and often argued with contractors. 2 October 1959 Robert Stephenson In contrast to Brunel, who died only weeks before, our predecessors’ memorial to the rai...

Innovators aren't born, they can be made, according to recent research from the University of California San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy. Existing theories and previous research on how innovation occurs largely assume that it is an ingrained quality of the individual and that only people with this innate ability seek and attain jobs that require it. However, economist Joshua S. Graff Zivin and professor of management Elizabeth Lyons tested these previously held notions by creating a contest for UC San Diego's engineering and computer science students. The competition, outlined in their National Bureau of Economic Research working paper, was designed to answer the question: Are persuaded innovators less capable than those who naturally gravitate to innovative activities? The mobile application contest was advertised through various medium on campus and attracted around 100 students. In order to differentiate between self-selected innovators and ...

Its a fact that Engineering builds the society,therefore knowing  your drive is a very important factor before engaging in any engineering discipline. Every human has different reasons and drive before engaging in any career. Some are inspired or motivated by friends and loved ones, others are either paren tally  pressurized or passionately inspired. Albert Einstein said" I have no special talents,  i am only passionately curious". Nothing is as important as passion. Gaining admission  into the higher institution to further your career is overwhelming, but many tend to lose focus just after the first year in school. Below are 10 factors that will help your focus in your  discipline.                   Mechanical engineering student of the Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun,Delta state,Nigeria GETTING INTO THE BEST SCHOOL IN TOWN SHOULD NOT BE A PRIORITY Truly, a renowned institution have a lot g...