Anton Ackerman
Mr.Feldkamp
I will research how mechatronics and engineering are used in the real world at PTI. What are engineers and what do they do? According to The Merriam Webster Dictionary an engineer is “1: a member of a military unit specializing in engineering work. 2: a designer or builder of engines. 3: one trained in engineering. 4: one that operates an engine.” That isn’t very helpful, so I will use this essay to explain what they do.
“Most engineers specialize… ...Numerous other specialties are recognized by professional societies, and each of the major branches of engineering has numerous subdivisions. Civil engineering, for example, includes structural and transportation engineering, and materials engineering includes ceramic, metallurgical, and polymer engineering. Engineers also may specialize in one industry, such as motor vehicles, or in one type of technology, such as turbines or semiconductor materials.” (5)
Agricultural engineers try to better agriculture and the efficient use of biological resources. They design agricultural machinery, equipment, sensors, processes, and structures, such as those used for crop storage. Agricultural engineers conserve soil, conserve water, and improve the processing of agricultural products. Agricultural engineers often work in research and development, production, sales, or
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Many do research to develop and evaluate systems. They also assist in research and production for artificial organs, prostheses, health management and care delivery systems, medical information systems, and measuring instruments. Biomedical engineers may also design various medical devices used in procedures. Some specialties within biomedical engineering are biomaterials, biomechanics, medical imaging, rehabilitation engineering, and orthopedic
Biomedical engineering is a rapidly growing field of research that is making exciting discoveries and advancements in the field of medicine at an astounding pace. With such progress there are many ethical issues that arise concerning new innovative implants, medical devices, and diagnosis and therapeutic treatments in the field of biomedical engineering in order to improve an individual’s quality of life. Neuroethics in particular has become a big topic of debate as researchers gradually decode the complex organism called the human brain. The brain has long been an enigma, its intricate inner workings perplexing even the most scholarly of intellectuals for decades. Recent advancements in neuroimaging, brain implants, and scientists’ increased knowledge of basic human psychology concerning the bases of individual behavior and personality have led to the fear that this new gained information has the potential to be misused by governments and other entities. Ethicist fear that the same devices meant to help patients suffering from devastating neural diseases could be manipulated to breach one’s privacy. Devices and treatments used to cure or alleviate effects of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, or perhaps to help those who have mental illnesses or impairments could be used to decipher one’s hidden thoughts, and even used as a way to discriminate against someone based on one’s religious beliefs and values. The main areas of Neuroethics that have caused concern are brain implants and medical devices, neuroimaging, and brain machine interfacing.
From ancient Greek times to the 17~(th) century the western medicine has been developed as a pioneer. After the knowledge of medical sciences introducing into Europe, the medical technologies have been developed actively. Nowadays, the developed countries tend to use the most advanced instrument in treatments, such as a google glass invented in America has been adopted widely. In other words, the Google glass as a sophisticated system has combined various functions, like photo taking, video, calls and network check for unconversant syndromes. In this case, the medical-related information can help the doctor to understand their patients accurately. Indeed, adopting the google glasses is innovation in the medical science and technology field. However, this latest tool can raise the quality of health care. Thus, this essay intends to explore both causes and outcomes of it.
Engineering is an occupation that deals with the building and designing of new or improved products. To succeed in the field you have to skills in science, math and technology. You must also be able to look at problems from a creative perspective to solve them. The unique challenge this poses is what draws me to the field.
Biomedical engineering is a branch of science that connects engineering sciences with biological sciences that started around the 1940s (Citron & Nerem, 2004). Biomedical engineering is the discipline that promotes learning in engineering, biology, chemistry, and medicine. The objective for biomedical engineers is to enhance human health by incorporating engineering and biomedical sciences to solve problems. Some of the accomplishments made from biomedical engineering are prosthetics, robotic and laser surgery, implanted devices, imaging devices, nanotheranostics and artificial intelligence. As we head towards the future, biomedical engineering is anticipated to become an even greater part of the medical industry and bring about innovating
Engineering is the cornerstone for human development. Engineers are problem solvers who search for quicker, better, cheaper, and more efficient ways to solve problems. Engineers use their knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences to produce and enhance modern technology. It combines different subsets of mathematics, science, and technology. The profession applies scientific theory to design, develop, and analyze technological solutions. It is generally accepted that the four major branches of engineering are mechanical, civil, chemical, and electrical. There are numerous other divisions derived from the concentrations, combinations, or extensions of the major
Biomedical engineering, also known as “bioengineering”, is a branch of engineering that combines the design and problem solving techniques of engineering with biological and medical sciences to improve health-related and medical problems. Bioengineers have made many positive changes in many lives today. By designing live-saving objects such as artificial hearts, dialysis machines, and surgical lasers bioengineers have helped save many lives.
Some examples of mechanical engineering is bridges, dams, buildings, solar energy, and many more. So basically mechanical engineering
Electrical Engineers research, develop, design, and test electronic components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, and scientific applications (Cosgrove 749). They are concerned with devices that use small amounts of electricity that make up electronic components such as integrated circuits and microprocessors. By applying principles and techniques of electronic engineering they design, develop, and manufacture products such as computers, telephones, radios, and stereo systems (EGOE, 121). Electrical engineers touch everyone lives through the things they have designed or created. Electrical engineers have invented the lights in your house, the television, the stereo, the telephone, computers, and even your doctor’s blood pressure gauge (Stine 300).
I have been waiting for my senior year, for all my high school career, and finally it is here and will be over before I know it. Then I will be going to college to pursue my job career. Right now, I am looking in to two jobs that I want to go into. My first choice is Civil Engineering, I like the thought of going into this type of job, because it involves hands on activities, also you get to work at the job site, or manage some of the biggest man made creations that a lot of the population will be using to the end of time. My other job that I have been thinking about is Mechanical Engineering, I like this type of job because as a Mechanical Engineer I will be developing or testing mechanical or thermal tools or other type of equipment. This
Engineers are valuable assets to any company because they think analytically. Engineers may advance to become technical specialists or to supervise a staff or team of engineers and technicians. Some eventually become engineering managers or enter other managerial or sales jobs.
I want you to think back to what might be the greatest invention ever. Dependant upon how well you know your history you could possibly say the wheel, the car, the airplane, the television, the autonomous robot. All of these are great ideas that have different eras in history, but they all have something in common, these creations were all invented by engineers. Do not get the misconception that engineers have been around since the dawn of time but the concept of engineering itself has. Those great revolutionaries all had ideas and solved problems which are still qualities that engineers of this day and age use. Webster defines engineering as, “the work of designing and creating large structures or new products or systems by using scientific methods.” Those people created new products so they would today be considered engineers, but they are slightly different. What makes them different is the field that they would be considered a part of. The broadest one of the oldest forms is mechanical engineering, which is my future profession.
Biomedical engineers spend many hours in their workplace, performing a lot of different tasks to help the medical field. One task that biomedical engineers do is designing and creating equipment to help doctors such as artificial organs (“Biomedical Engineer”). Biomedical engineers also help to install, maintain, and evaluate biomedical equipment and work with scientists and doctors to research, publish papers, and present their findings (“Biomedical Engineers”).
Electrical engineers work with the power of electricity in order to create large-scale electrical systems such as motor control and power transmission. Electrical engineers may work on many ranges of projects, from the development of common household items, wiring and lighting of big towers and buildings, telegraphic systems, electrical power house stations, or even satellite transmitters. They plan their designs using computer software’s or sometimes they might even sketch their ideas by hand. To be an electrical engineer one must be good in math and science. The way how electricity runs and the basic laws of nature are required to be an engineer while math is needed to calculate and understand what and how things work with empirical functions and try to improve on the devices by way of math. Also, great reading and writing skills are necessary in becoming a successful electrical engineer. In the electrical engineering field, you are constantly communicating with your co-workers in order to convey information effectively, which is why reading and writing are essential to engineering for clear and direct communication to one another. You also need to be able to lead others, at some point
An electrical engineer can work in a variety of engineering industries: Aerospace, Automotive, Chemical, Construction, Defence, Electronics, Consumer Goods, Marine, Materials & Metals, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceuticals, Power Generation, Rail, Telecoms, and Utilities. Electrical engineers can work for corporations, non-profit organizations, or government agencies. They can also become managers, patent attorneys, professors, or work in the financial
Although the book definition makes sense, it doesn’t explain the how in the definition. For instance, WhatisEngineering.com explains engineering as a way to solve real world problems to improve the world using math and science (What is Engineering, n.d.). Electrical engineers do the above task with the fields of electricity and electromagnetism. Many of the careers in electrical engineering focus around power generation and distribution. Electrical Engineers may be in R&D to find new ways to use power to improve products, or they could be installing electrical components in products to insure specifications are met (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2014). Either way engineers go, they almost always consult with other engineers to get the job done (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2014). Although there are a lot of jobs available for electrical engineers, many positions are left open due to high standards in qualification