r/AskEngineers
1.4M members
r/AskEngineers is a subreddit with 1.4M members. Its distinguishing qualities are that the community is massive in size, and has high activity.
Engineers apply the knowledge of math & science to design and manufacture maintainable systems used to solve specific problems. AskEngineers is a forum for questions about the technologies, standards, and processes used to design & build these systems, as well as for questions about the engineering profession and its many disciplines.
Popular Themes in r/AskEngineers
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Advice Requests
: "What is the end-of-life plan for mega skyscrapers?"
56 posts
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Solution Requests
: "Why don't vehicles have an electric oil pump that starts a little before you start the engine?"
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Pain & Anger
: "Why is it hard for future WiFi standards to increase range?"
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Money Talk
: "What's the cheapest-yet-efficient bycicle-centric road?"
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Popular Topics in r/AskEngineers
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Engineering
: "Is building a fighter jet (say Northrop Grumman stealth bomber) harder than landing on the moon, from an Engineering viewpoint? "
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Design
: " Looking for help on how to Design a spring mechanism that mechanically releases after it is depressed beyond a certain depth."
13 posts
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Technology
: "Fun hypothetical: What other Technology could we build if all the tech in a lightsaber existed?"
9 posts
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Materials
: "Why are some exhaust made out of titanium instead of aluminium which is 60% lighter & is also used as a engine block material???"
7 posts
#5
Power
: "How can a 460/3 Phase Power supply be used to Power a 220/1 Phase unit?"
7 posts
#6
Engine
: "Do jet Engines have issues due to air contamination and a lack of air filter"
6 posts
#7
Water
: "How long does it take Water to reach your house from a treatment plant or reservoir?"
5 posts
#8
Pressure
: "Solution for a hard to read Pressure gauge installed very high?"
4 posts
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Motor
: "Why do no square drills exist for purchase?"
4 posts
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Mechanical
: "How to find Mechanical drafters or designers?"
4 posts
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