Take the chord length to be 17 inches and the velocity to be 15 m/s find the Reynolds number and taking the appropriate n critical value choose a suitable airfoil .

I have this question that I've been stuck on and I would appreciate some help in finding the airfoil. Thank you.

I’m curious if there is any information out there on how immigrant engineers/scientists helped develop the technology which moved the aerospace industry forward. Anything to help point me in the right direction is appreciated 🙏

Edit - *immigrants to the US specifically

hey engineers, which college in the us or eu would you think is great place to learn engineering (AE) for undergrad, like actually learn?(international student here)

Hi, I’m a high school engineering student working on a research project where I’ve designed three different engineering solutions for a problem given to me by the NASA Hunch Design Contest. I’ve put together a research poster showcasing these designs, and I’m looking for feedback from engineering students or professionals in the field. Your insights would be invaluable to me as I refine my work and deepen my understanding of the design process.

If you're willing to help, I’ve created a short form where you can share your thoughts and provide constructive feedback on my designs. Any input on things like functionality, innovation, and practicality would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your time and support!

The form can be opened through the QR code or from this link

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I have a bachelor's degree in electronics and communication engineering. Gpa 3.0/4. I have been working as an embedded software engineer for 3 years. I have an IELTS score of 6.5. I am interested in wireless communication technologies and satellite communications. I know I am disadvantaged in getting a master's degree in aerospace engineering. What preparations must I make to qualify for a master's degree in the Netherlands and Germany(country preference is not essential) in satellites? My main goal is not academic specialization. I aim to expand my knowledge and competence in space satellites and to become a team player in a company working in civil space aviation.

In dicember 2024 I will graduate from my bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering. In September 2025 I will start my master's degree so I have about 8 months free and would like to gain experience in the aerospace field. As I am no longer a student at that time I have difficulty finding interships or student worker positions. I have no experience in the industry other than a few projects at university. Do you have any advice?

Hey everyone.

I’ve been thinking about pursuing an Aerospace Engineering degree after high school. I’ve always been fascinated by the science behind rockets, probes, and orbital dynamics. My dream is to someday contribute to an interplanetary probe or even a rocket project like starship.

After doing some research, I’ve come across terms like Astronautics and Aeronautics, and I’m a little confused. Are these topics part of aerospace engineering programs at universities, or are they separate fields that require additional study?

Would love to hear from anyone with experience or advice!

(And sorry for bad English)

I am dropping 1000+ apps as a US citizen and haven't capitalized on anything.

My resume: https://yellow-pru-98.tiiny.site

Been job searching since May. Masters in Mechanical Engineering with multiples defense internships.

I am looking for leads on contractors actively hiring so that I can focus my seach. Anything would be extremely helpful in my job search.

Benn thinking about applying for this master, what do you guys think? Also, do you know where I can find a course catalog? What does it mean when it says two years without breaks? how long would summer vacation be?

I’m currently in an engineering program in central Kentucky and I’m hitting a point where I have to decide what kind of engineer I want to be. I’ve done most of the allowed elective choices and I’m stuck between mechanical, electrical, and aerospace. I’m leaning towards aerospace, it interests me the most by far but my concern is job location. Mechanical is my second choice, just not quite as interested in it as aerospace. Electrical is only on the docket because I know how broad that degree can reach for career choices. The issue is wife is finishing her doctorate and won’t be able to move for a year or more after I graduate. Will I realistically be able to use an aerospace engineering degree in central Kentucky?

Hi guys!

I'm a student at Columbia Business School. For one of my final projects, I'm looking at the aerospace and defense industries through the lens of the carbon composite value chain. I'm specifically looking at upstream companies like Hexcel, Toray, Teijin, etc. A huge portion of these companies' aerospace revenue comes from commercial OEMs like Boeing and Airbus. I'd love to get feedback on the outlook (near term choppiness, long term positivity?). Any vectors of growth or clouds of doom on the horizon? Boeing's certainly had a tough fall, but things look a bit brighter. I'd love to get your feedback.

Are you working in the industry right now? Do you have two minutes to jump on a call? It would be hugely helpful to my project.

Thanks in advance!

Best regards,
S

In 1962, Neil Armstrong was tested a self-adjusting control system on the X-15, he managed to reach a height of over 207,000 feet, but during the descent, the aircraft nose was held up too long and the X-15 bounced off the atmosphere back up to 140,000 feet.

https://sierrahotel.net/blogs/news/armstrongs-mach-three-inverted-overshoot

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French pilots are taking a stand. Facing a government proposal to triple taxes on airline tickets, pilots argue this hike will lead to job losses, weakening French airlines in the competitive European and global market. Could this proposed tax bring environmental benefits, or is it a threat to jobs and industry stability in France? Join the discussion on the future of France’s aviation sector!

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Hi all, computers science graduate (masters) here but desperately want to work and solve problems in aerospace industry (maybe - decision making in the realm of uncertainty, robotics). What industries or engineering careers can I pursue that would help me gradually pivot to aerospace after a few years. I’m on work visa in the US, so almost all aerospace jobs are out of my reach. Thanks.

Edit: I’m happy to relegate myself to an educator/youtuber if I can’t get into the industry. Would appreciate recommendations I can deep dive into in my spare time.

I have been in this job market for over a year now!! Have worked in consulting and aerospace before so hoping to go back or other industries. But been really hard to land offers. People who aren’t in this job market haven’t been able to understand the struggle. If anyone has connections or able to give referrals. I am looking for roles anywhere in US and on immediate basis! I would love San Diego or Space Coast, FL but not required at all. Been really hard financially so need anything right now or any support. If anyone knows if family or someone who is looking for private tutoring I am able to do as temporary. Please reach out if you want more details.

Hey there, im graduating high school next year, and I chose physics as one of my exam classes (dunno how you say that in english). I have to make a 10min long presentation about something physics related and make a indepht dive into how whatever works and its relevance, and subtly include something of relevance in there that is also in the schools curriculum.

I covered electric stuff and nuclear stuff, so I figured, as I have to give the ministry of education (sounds ominous ik, maybe a bad translation lol) two topics to cover, and one of them gets chosen by them for me to make a presentation about it.

1. Nuclear Thermal Propulsion aka stuff like the DRACO engine by DARPA
2. Solar electric Propulsion aka stuff like hall effect ionic thrusters

Does anyone of you brilliant minds have good sources and tips aside from scott manley?

Thanks! Your answers make a big impact on my life (literally)

edit: just to make it clear for people not reading my post properly like u/rocketwikkit and becoming unnecessarily salty, I wrote in the post, that I dont get to choose which of the two topics I get to cover. As a matter of fact, itll be determined rather late, so I have to research both topics

So I'm going through an Xfoil tutorial and I tried to change the number of panels on the NACA0012. After changing the number of panels when I try to get the updated airfoil, it gives "Input not recognized". Why is this error coming and how to get rid of it and the updated Airfoil geometry ?

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I applied to Purdue, UIUC, and Georgia Tech for Aerospace
I am applying to UW Seattle for Aero + Astro eng.
I have already been accepted to Embry Riddle for aerospace engineering
unofficial transcript attached
courses I am taking this year attached at bottom

AP Scores:
AP physics 1 - 5
AP comp sci a - 5
AP calc AB + BC - 5 on both
AP chem - 5
I know colleges dont consider AP scores for consideration, but I wanted to provide them here as context for my grades
SAT -1550
ACT - 36

What schools should I expect?

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If it's free then thank you and if it is for sale still thank you

Does anyone know where one can get in contact with a recruiter for internship roles for SWE or tech adjacent roles in DoD? Even referrals as well, if someone wouldn't mind, please?
I haven't had any luck with mass applications(1000+) being sent to land an interview(Raytheon, BAE systems, Lockheed, GE Motors, L3Harris, etc).

I am also willing to post my resume if anyone wouldn't mind giving criticisms? I am a CS and Math student with a 3.1+ GPA from a T10.

Thanks!

Hi everyone!

I just accepted a early career software engineering position with Lockheed Martin MFC for their Dallas office. I just started process to get SSC.

I received an email asking me to provide a tentative start date. I graduate in May 2025 and have no idea what date is reasonable to give. I'd really prefer September 2025, but I have no one to ask whats typical. I'm the first in my family to go to college in US and am very confused.

Any advice would be appreciated!

I'm a final year mechanical engineering student working on a project related to jet propulsion and compressible flow for my fluids course. My uni recommended the Modern Compressible Flow: A historical perspective by J.D Anderson book for this course. I've found this book to be quite nice & interesting to read, but I felt it focuses more on the fundamentals of compressible flow and not so much on the practical application of jet engine design and analysis. I came across the NASA Technical Report Server and it seems to be a goldmine of information, but also slightly daunting in the sense that there is so much to go through. Anyone that's familiar with it that can give me some tips on how to navigate and use it in the best way?

I have an offer with LM and the PTO is lower comparing to other people who are in the industry. It says I will accure 6.67hrs monthly, but not able to use until after the 90day probation period. Along with that it also mentions 48hrs business time starting after Jan 1st thats prorated annually. Does anyone know if the time off is negotiable for an offer? Or changes when in the union?

Which place anywhere in the world wherein it gives the best opportunity for aerospace engineers.

Hello I am a level 3 employee, and I am moving to level 4 in a position that I have more experience on. However, I accepted a low salary when I first started because I wanted to join Lockheed Martin. And currently I am in the low range of the new position. Is there any certain policy for salary increase?, as I am hoping to be at least in the mid salary range of the new position, which is around 20% increase from my current position, does anyone know if that is feasible? Or there is a policy restriction over here? Anyone had the same experience in the past? Thanks