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The Dangers of Outsourcing
“Outsourcing” is a loaded term. In today’s globalised world it has become to mean many things – from…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanAuthor: Boomi Nathan
J. BoomiNathan is a writer at SenseCentral who specializes in making tech easy to understand. He covers mobile apps, software, troubleshooting, and step-by-step tutorials designed for real people—not just experts. His articles blend clear explanations with practical tips so readers can solve problems faster and make smarter digital choices. He enjoys breaking down complicated tools into simple, usable steps.
Basics
The Start of a New Era
The April 12 launch of STS-1 (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Put frankly, the Space Shuttle is probably the most…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Smart Materials Application: Variable Geometry Chevron for Noise Reduction
For many years engineers have been trying to harness mechanical work from thermal energy by taking advantage of…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Fancy a Sandwich?
In this post I want to use the sandwich panel as an example to explain some basic concepts…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Variable Stiffness Composites
In previous posts I have discussed the unique characteristics and manufacturing processes of a certain type of composite material, namely continuous fibre-reinforced…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Simplicity – The Ultimate Sophistication
In engineering the devil lies in the detail. However the best solution can often be found in the…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
The Scramjet
The American Air Force has reported that a test of the unmanned hypersonic X-51A “Waverider” scramjet has failed.…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Thrust Reversal
In a typical turbofan jet engine the oncoming airflow is compressed throughout a series of compressor stages, mixed…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Jet Engine Design: The Turbine
The turbine is at the heart of any jet engine with its primary task being to drive the…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi NathanBasics
Developments in Composite Materials
I have just returned from the International Conference for Composite Materials (ICCM) in Montreal, Canada and would like…
July 26, 2021 · Boomi Nathan