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Did You Know? Leonardo da Vinci: The Renaissance Man of Mechanical Engineering #MechanicalEngineering #HistoryofEngineering #Renaissance Leonardo da Vinci, the quintessential Renaissance polymath, wasn't just a master painter and sculptor. His boundless curiosity extended to the realm of mechanical engineering, where he envisioned and sketched ingenious inventions centuries ahead of their time. Here are some of da Vinci's groundbreaking mechanical concepts: The Flying Machine: Leonardo's detailed sketches depict flying machines inspired by birds, including gliders, helicopters, and even parachutes. While he never built a functional flying machine himself, his ideas laid the groundwork for future aviation pioneers. The Parachute: One of da Vinci's most iconic inventions, the parachute, appears in his notebooks with a pyramidal design. While the parachute we know today differs in shape, Leonardo's concept laid the foundation for this lifesaving technology. Armored Vehicles: Da Vinci envisioned armored fighting vehicles with rotating cannons and multiple levels, foreshadowing the development of tanks centuries later. His sketches also included mobile bridges and siege engines, showcasing his understanding of military engineering. Robots and Automata: Leonardo's fascination with human anatomy and movement led him to conceive of robotic knights and other mechanical marvels. Some historians believe his sketches depict early ideas for humanoid robots powered by water or springs. City Planning and Engineering: In addition to fantastical inventions, da Vinci also applied his engineering knowledge to practical applications. He envisioned elaborate canal systems, innovative city layouts, and even underwater breathing devices, demonstrating his forward-thinking approach to urban planning and engineering. While most of da Vinci's mechanical inventions remained theoretical during his lifetime, his notebooks offer a window into the mind of a visionary engineer who dared to dream beyond the limitations of his time. His legacy continues to inspire engineers and inventors today, reminding us of the power of imagination and innovation in mechanical engineering. What other contributions of Leonardo da Vinci to mechanical engineering do you find fascinating? Share your thoughts in the comments! #RenaissanceGenius #EngineeringVisionary #InspirationThroughHistory #phantomengineers

Rosotics and Siemens join forces to create „Next Generation Super-Heavyweight Platform” in Naval Manufacturing. Rosotics, an Arizona-based American startup, has quickly captured the attention of the #additivemanufacturing industry. This success is due to their innovative platform, Halo, which produces metal parts by melting metals using three electromagnetic printheads installed on proprietary multi-axis gimbals. But that’s not all... Yesterday, Christian LaRosa – founder and CEO of Rosotics – revealed that since 2020, his company has been developing the 'R2' spacecraft and its carrier, a 5-meter mothership to be launched on a #SpaceX Starship. R2 will be tasked with building heavy infrastructure in orbit, and its services will be available to smaller providers. One could argue that the innovative Halo was created partially for the needs of a much larger project. However, this is beneficial for the AM industry. It turns out that Rosotics is not slowing down and has just announced another news – a collaboration with Siemens for the development of the “Next Generation Super-Heavyweight Platform” in Naval Manufacturing. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and bring a “next generation, super-heavyweight class” platform that promises to revolutionize naval manufacturing and adjacent industries. It will be supported by Siemens' industry-leading architecture – Sinumerik One, known for its unparalleled precision and efficiency. The platform will be intelligent in nature and based on the Mjolnir 3D print architecture currently deployed on Rosotics’ commercial platform Halo. Unfortunately, at this moment, we don’t know much more beyond these exciting announcements… Rosotics describes the platform as “the most challenging production effort ever yet attempted in naval engineering, which is supposed to expand metal additive manufacturing to scales thought previously unattainable, setting entirely new standards for the industry.” The company even claims that the result of this collaboration will be a “significant milestone for all realms of manufacturing and will be (...) as profound as the first time steel was produced.” So, for now, that’s all. As I have heard many different promises in the area of additive manufacturing, I can only keep my fingers crossed and eagerly await the results of this fascinating collaboration. The fact is that despite a short career in the AM industry (in terms of public career), Rosotics has captured everyone’s attention. Personally, I hope that its career will progress similarly to companies like Formlabs and not others from the Boston area... And that it won’t go public – that hasn’t ended well recently for companies in this sector.

#hiring *Sr. Director of Manufacturing - Fabrication (R38013) Space Coast, FL Regular Management - Manuf ...*, Orlando, *United States*, fulltime #jobs #jobseekers #careers #Orlandojobs #Floridajobs #ManufacturingOperations *Apply*: https://lnkd.in/gE6XJ6v7 We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.As part of a hardworking, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for financial and operational execution for our New Glenn high volume fabrication teams in Merritt Island, FL. This includes leading a skilled, interdisciplinary team, responsible for Machining, Fluids Systems Fabrication (Tube and Weld Shops, Subassemblies, Precision Cleaning and Pressure Vessel), Avionics Fabrication (Avionics Processing and Cable Harnesses), Coatings, Thermal Protection Systems (TPS), and Composite Overwrap Pressure Vessels (COPV) of orbital launch vehicles. This is a hands-on position that requires the ability to communicate the vision, strategy and tactical application of cost-effective strategies and key deliverables. You will report directly to the Vice President of Operations at our Orbital Launch Site (OLS). This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.We are looking for someone to apply their leadership skills, technical expertise, and commitment to safety and quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Responsibilities: Lead high volume manufacturing operations to include quality, engineering, supply chain, and production across the Fabrication areas and work centers at the Orbital Launch Site.Direct initiatives and strategies that deliver cost effective, high quality, operational performance that produces the development of orbital launch vehicles for payload and human spaceflight.Implement methods to increase production efficiency and productivity to include factory flow and higher throughput within existing floor space first pass yield, increased output, improved learning curve, and supplier on time delivery.Propagate key operational learnings and best practices to support improvement across operations at OLS and the Blue enterprise.Champion safety always and first-time quality across all functions while growing and developing your team at all levels.Analyze processes and operations at the micro and macro levels followed by implemen

I've recorded a tutorial on how to model SpaceX's beautiful Dragon capsule in SOLIDWORKS. 🚀👉 https://lnkd.in/eZdtZ4hQ In this free video tutorial, I walk through various surface modeling techniques while demonstrating how to design this in SOLIDWORKS. As a huge SpaceX fan, I deeply admire the innovative spirit of this company—their fearlessness in taking on colossal challenges is truly inspiring. Moreover, as a designer, it's fascinating to witness how even a technologically extremely advanced spacecraft can look so stunning. The Dragon capsule appears as if it's straight out of a Hollywood movie. Even the capsule interior and astronaut suits look amazing while being incredibly functional. Check out the full video tutorial here. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZdtZ4hQ Happy modeling, Jan #SOLIDWORKS #SurfaceModeling #Tutorial #Design #Engineering #innovation #cad #SurfaceModeling #DesignInnovation #EngineeringEducation #TimeLapse #SOLIDWORKSdesign #SOLIDWORKS2023 #Engineering #CAD #CADDesign #Education #EngineeringDesign #3DModeling #3DDesign #Design #productdesign

Due to the disastrous budgetary situation at JPL that’s been all over the news, this past week I had to let go dozens of incredibly talented, experienced engineers in the areas of mechanisms, robotics, structures, design, deployables, structural analysis, dynamics environments, cable harness, testbeds, I&T, and pretty much every other specialty involved in creating one-of-a-kind, first-of-a-kind spacecraft. Hiring managers: as the old saying goes, my loss is your gain! If you see “Section 352 Spacecraft Mechanical Engineering” at the top of anyone’s resume, snatch them up and price them out handsomely. They deserve it and you’ll never regret it. You could essentially just gather the lot of them and immediately open a newspace startup and hit the ground running. If you’re a former 352er, rest assured we’re doing our best to put you together with the new opportunities coming at us from all angles now that the industry has realized that we just released a wave of hot talent into the market. Hang in there. #JPLlayoff24

Aerospace Engineering #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #designthinking Aerospace engineering is a field of engineering focused on the design, development, testing, and production of aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, and related systems and equipment. It involves a multidisciplinary approach that combines aspects of mechanical, electrical, computer, and structural engineering, as well as physics and materials science. Here are some key areas within aerospace engineering: Aerodynamics: The study of how air interacts with moving objects. Engineers use aerodynamics principles to design wings, airfoils, and structures that optimize the performance and efficiency of aircraft. Aircraft Design and Development: This involves creating and refining the conceptual designs of airplanes and other flying vehicles, considering factors like stability, control, safety, and efficiency. Propulsion Systems: Developing engines that power aircraft and spacecraft, whether through jet engines, rockets, propellers, or newer propulsion technologies. Structural Analysis: Evaluating the structural integrity and durability of aerospace vehicles, ensuring they can withstand various stresses and forces encountered during flight. Avionics and Control Systems: Designing electronic systems, including navigation, communication, and control systems, that are crucial for the operation and safety of aerospace vehicles. Spacecraft Design and Exploration: Designing spacecraft for exploration, satellite deployment, communication, and scientific research beyond Earth's atmosphere. Materials and Manufacturing: Researching and implementing advanced materials and manufacturing techniques to create lightweight yet strong materials suitable for aerospace applications. Aerospace engineers work in various settings, including government agencies, research institutions, aerospace companies, and the military. They play a crucial role in advancing technology, improving safety, and pushing the boundaries of human exploration in both aviation and space exploration.

I've recorded a tutorial on how to model SpaceX's beautiful Dragon capsule in SOLIDWORKS 🚀👉 https://lnkd.in/eU-cb4hH  In this video, I walk through various surface modeling techniques while demonstrating how to design this in SOLIDWORKS.  As a huge SpaceX fan, I deeply admire the innovative spirit of this company—their fearlessness in taking on colossal challenges is truly inspiring. Moreover, as a designer, it's fascinating to witness how even a technologically extremely advanced spacecraft can look so stunning.  The Dragon capsule appears as if it's straight out of a Hollywood movie. Even the capsule interior and astronaut suits look amazing while being incredibly functional. Check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/eU-cb4hH Happy modeling, Jan  #SOLIDWORKS #SurfaceModeling #Tutorial #Design #Engineering #innovation #cad #SurfaceModeling #DesignInnovation #EngineeringEducation #TimeLapse #SOLIDWORKSdesign #SOLIDWORKS2023 #Engineering #CAD #CADDesign #Education #EngineeringDesign #3DModeling #3DDesign #Design #productdesign

I've recorded a tutorial on how to model SpaceX's beautiful Dragon capsule in SOLIDWORKS 🚀👉 https://lnkd.in/eU-cb4hH In this video, I walk through various surface modeling techniques while demonstrating how to design this in SOLIDWORKS. As a huge SpaceX fan, I deeply admire the innovative spirit of this company—their fearlessness in taking on colossal challenges is truly inspiring. Moreover, as a designer, it's fascinating to witness how even a technologically extremely advanced spacecraft can look so stunning. The Dragon capsule appears as if it's straight out of a Hollywood movie. Even the capsule interior and astronaut suits look amazing while being incredibly functional. Check out the full video here: https://lnkd.in/eU-cb4hH Happy modeling, Jan #SOLIDWORKS #SurfaceModeling #Tutorial #Design #Engineering #innovation #cad #SurfaceModeling #DesignInnovation #EngineeringEducation #TimeLapse #SOLIDWORKSdesign #SOLIDWORKS2023 #Engineering #CAD #CADDesign #Education #EngineeringDesign #3DModeling #3DDesign #Design #productdesign

This was engineering. Some of our most historic projects, from Apollo rockets to WWII aircraft, tanks and ships, were designed like this! #TowerFasteners #TowerFastenersEU #engineering #tbt #generalmotors #autoCAD

Our engineers are always up for a challenge, even when the challenge is embracing the latest social media trend📱We couldn't resist diving into the fun 😎 Are you an engineer? Drop your best engineer statement in the comments 👇 #engineering #spaceindustry #softwareengineering #aerospaceengineering