2018-05-31

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Today we continue our tour through the major fields of engineering with a look at mechanical engineering, beginning with the steam engine. We’ll discuss aircraft, the development of aerospace engineering, and take a look into the future of robotics and biomechanics.

Crash Course Engineering is produced in association with PBS Digital Studios: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1mtdjDVOoOqJzeaJAV15Tq0tZ1vKj7ZV

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RESOURCES:

http://me.columbia.edu/what-mechanical-engineering

http://www.mtu.edu/mechanical/engineering/

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https://www.britannica.com/biography/Thomas-Newcomen

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https://airandspace.si.edu/collection-objects/whittle-w1x-turbojet-engine

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