on April 28th, 2017

A compilation of effective internet utensils available to all prospective and current engineers

 

 

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Top Online Engineering Resources

A compilation of effective internet utensils available to all prospective and current engineers

1 – Symbolab

Symbolab is an online formula tool that computes a step-by-step process to finding a solution of a certain mathematical problem. They have won various awards for their efforts with assisting students globally.

  Website

2 – MATLAB

Most engineers probably know about MATLAB, but it is a worthy contestant as a top engineering resource. MATLAB allows for:

  • Matrix manipulations
  • Plotting of functions and data
  • Implementation of algorithms
  • Creation of user interfaces
  • Interfacing with programs written in other languages, including C, C++, C#, Java, Fortran and Python.

 

  Website

3 – DraftSight

Draftsight is a quality freeware AutoCAD software for any prospective engineers. It lets you create, edit, view, and markup any kind of 2D drawing.

  Website

4 – ICEWeb

Disregarding the eyesore layout, ICEweb is an established website to provide Instrumentation, Control and Fire and Gas information for engineers globally.

  Website

5 – Science Daily

A personal favourite, Science Daily has many fantastic articles, spanning from “Tech” to “Enviro”.

  Website

6 – Reddit Engineering

The engineering Subreddits available are some of the best forums to share engineering related content, or ask any questions you may have for other engineers.

Each engineering field also has its respective subreddit, situated on the right hand side of the page.

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