While not everyone will have pondered the subject while staring out of the window during a flight, the question as to why aeroplane windows have rounded edges, unlike the hard corner in your home is interesting. Over the years, aerospace engineering has made huge leaps in aeroplane technology, meaning planes can carry more passengers and go faster….
There are many software solutions with advanced features that will allow you to work on really technical projects. Here is our selection of the best software to work with for your next mechanical engineering projects. Find out all the modeling and design tools that you need. Fusion 360 Fusion 360 is a great CAD software tool…
Chevrolet just introduced the biggest and most powerful crate engine in its history, the ZZ632/1000. The naturally aspirated 10.4-liter (632-cubic-inch) V-8 engine produces 1,004 horsepower as well as 876 lb-ft of torque, the company revealed in a press statement. The Big Block V-8 reaches 1,004 hp at 6,600 rpm and it revs to the recommended maximum of…
A couple of months ago, we reported Elon Musk saying that his company’s Cybertruck could end up costing a million dollars. While that was down to supply chain issues and possible cost escalations due to the inability to scale, here’s an SUV that actually costs you a million dollars. And that’s the base price of the Karlmann…
Crankshafts: The crankshaft is an engine component that converts the linear (reciprocating) motion of the piston into rotary motion. The crankshaft is the main rotating component of an engine and is commonly made of ductile iron. All major components of the engine like piston,connecting rod etc. are supported by this shaft. Construction Of Crankshaft: A…
A Mumbai, India-based startup called Vazirani Automotive revealed images of its Ekonk electric hypercar, which was designed to be the “lightest EV ever. The car, which looks like it’s out of the ‘Speed Racer’ movie, was designed with a special cooling system to keep it as light and fast as possible. Though the Ekonk is…
Understanding the difference between watts and volts, as well as amperes (amps) and ohms, is crucial when working with any type of electrical system. Repairing household wiring requires a solid understanding of electrical terms, and it is even a helpful knowledge base to have for everyday living. How many times have you seen a lightbulb…
Tesla cars have revolutionized the electric vehicle industry. In fact, these electric vehicles have received much attention in every corner of the world. These cars are environmentally friendly and have the potential to deliver superior performance to the users. The Tesla Model S was even able to win the award for the Motor Trend Car of the…
Though the machine design procedure is not standard, there are some common steps to be followed; these can be followed as per the requirements wherever and whenever necessary. Here are some guidelines as to how the machine design engineer can proceed with the design: ● 1) Making the written statement: Make the written…
Metal drums are common containers used to ship oil and many other materials. A metal drum is essentially a cylinder. A simple formula can allow you to calculate the volume of a cylinder from a few simple measurements. The volume of a 3 -dimensional solid is the amount of space it occupies. Volume is measured…