Strain gauges are some of the most commonly used field tools in an array of industries because they can perform a wide variety of roles. As its name suggests, a strain gauge is a sensor that’s used to measure strain—the displacement and deformation of an object. A strain gauge’s resistance changes when force is applied, […]
Engineers use all sorts of different high-tech and low-tech devices to take measurements and get appropriate data about a structure or the ground around it. One of the most crucial devices in an engineer’s arsenal is an inclinometer. Keep reading to learn what an inclinometer does, how it works and things that need to be […]
Earth retention structures are used in a variety of situations, from backyard gardens to urban city centers. It’s essential for skyscrapers and other large buildings to have earth retention structures in place to prevent a range of problems, such as protecting underground parking facilities or utilities installed beneath the earth’s surface. Let’s take a closer […]
While you might think dirt is just dirt, the reality is that soil is a complicated substance, especially when it comes to engineering. There are times where it’s difficult to measure the properties of soil and understand the challenges of working with it. Soil compaction testing is part of the field of soil engineering and […]
If you’ve ever wondered how television shows, movies and video games render realistic-looking people, animals and objects, the answer is through meshing. The mesh generation process allows people to render complex shapes on the screen using thousands of tiny cells that fit together. As you might imagine, this process can have many better and more […]