Engineering Essay

Essay

Due Dec 6 , 2017

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Use the knowledge you obtained about the mechanical properties of materials to write an essay to analyze the materials issues in a structural failure incident (aircraft accident, bridge collapse, race car failure, etc). Among all possible failure dmechanisms, pick one specific topic you consider to be the most critical in causing the failure and discuss the history of the problem and how this could be improved in future designs.

In this essay you need to address following issues:

1, Based on the analysis of one particular failure incident to make a connection with the wide- spread existence of the same problem in other systems. Discuss the necessity of a broad education in a global &societal context to understand the impact of mechanical engineering solutions.

2. Through engaging in search for the history and possible solutions to one particular problem for future design improvement, discuss the need for and cultivate the ability to engage in life-long learning to solve engineering problems.

3. By researching on the possible solutions to the problems related to mechanical behaviors of materials, discuss the knowledge of contemporary issues, especially those related to mechanical engineering.

4. The essay should include but not limited to following sessions: introduction, specific example, analysis and discussion, conclusion and references.

The essay should be at least 1500 words but less than 2500 words.

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