Subject: PARADOXE
From: Jeanfaivre Laurent
Date: Mon, 09 Dec 1996 17:22:31 +0100
Bonjour a tous,
Je recherche des paradoxes scientifiques ! Je m'explique : la science
permet souvent d'etablir des resultats qui defient completement le sens
physique voire le bon sens commun. Par exemple, quel non scientifique
irait s'imaginer qu'un avion est plus petit en vol qu'au sol ?
Par consequent, quel que soit votre domaine, si vous connaissez de pres
ou de loin, des "phenomenes", quels qu'ils soient, qui peuvent paraitre
surprenants au commun des mortels, je vous remercie de me les decrire.
Je recherche d'autre part des pieds-de-nez scientifiques, du type de la
demonstration mathematique (truquee heureusement) de 2=1.
N'hesitez pas a m'envoyer vos suggestions, tout m'interesse ...
Merci d'avance.
Subject: Re: CFD shareware/demo for Win95?
From: Gary Freeman
Date: Mon, 09 Dec 1996 10:59:07 -0600
Richard Bettis wrote:
>
> In article: <01bbe556$96902d80$5e5af6c8@eu> "Jairo"
> writes:
> >
> > Does anyone know where I can find a shareware/free/demo CFD software for
> > Windows 95, using interative graphical interface where is not necessary to
> > know or have to
> > compile to Fortran, C++ or any other language??
> >
>
Ricard Bettis replied:
> The current state of the art of Wintel PCs (i.e machines that run Win95) and
> CFD software is such that you are unlikely to be able to do any serious CFD
> work on one. Maybe a bit of sub-model development (but then you'd need to get
> into the code, re-compile it and stuff).
>
> CFD for real applications needs more computing power than current Wintel
> machines can deliver. Otherwise you need to make so many simplifications that
> all you get are some "really neat" pictures of results that are probably bogus.
>
> Such software (if it is available, and I doubt if it is....) might tell you
> something about how CFD works. I would question using it to make decisions
> which have repercussions in the real world.
In the surface hydraulics/hydrology and groundwater fields a PC
can solve "real world" problems if not too large or complex. These
can give good answers as well as show "really neat" pictures. Check
out the software page of http//:hlnet.wes.army.mil or
http://www.ecgl.byu.edu for pc software demos that can solve CFD
problems.
P.S. We also use our Cray computers and numerous workstations for
complex and large problems!!
Gary E. Freeman freeman@hl.wes.army.mil
CEWES-HW-R
3909 Halls Ferry Rd. Any opinions are my own. They may or
Waterways Experiment Station or may not be shared by the US Army
Vicksburg, MS 39180 Corps of Engineers - or by anyone else.
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Subject: US-Midwest-Director Tech Transfer & Business Dev-Analytical Instrumentation
From: "Adam Zak"
Date: 9 Dec 1996 21:14:39 GMT
Position Description
Director, Technology & New Business Development
Analytical Instrumentation Products
Company Background
Our client is a highly successful international manufacturer of sensory
instrumentation products utilized for measurement in all types of liquid
process applications. These products, recognized world-wide for
outstanding performance and reliability, employ state-of-the-art
electrochemical and optical sensing technologies, coupled with high-quality
electronic instrumentation (microprocessor-based with embedded software).
The company, a subsidiary of a well-respected international technology
organization, is located in modern research & manufacturing facilities in a
major Midwestern metro area.
Position
The Director of Technology & New Business Development will provide
leadership and direction to the company's engineering resources in the
areas of new product development, manufacturing engineering and applied
research. Primary disciplines involved are electronic, software,
mechanical and sensor engineering. The Director chairs the New Product
Committee (NPC) and coordinates, with the International Marketing
Director, the planning and execution of global product development. The
Director will also fulfill the strategic business development function, and
in this capacity will seek out and investigate other potential sources of
new business: acquisitions, partnerships, strategic alliances, etc. The
Director will manage a Technology Department of 35 individuals (full
budgetary and capital spending responsibility) and will also manage
contract development activities with outside vendors. Reports to company
President.
Requirements
We seek a highly motivated, creative and entrepreneurial individual, with
outstanding technical expertise in analytical/sensory instrumentation.
Ideal candidate will be hands-on, with demonstrated track record of getting
things done, an individual who can translate ideas into profitable,
value-added business initiatives. Must have: outstanding interpersonal and
communications skills; strong understanding of electronics, mechanics &
software (and progressive utilization of current technologies in these
areas); strong project management skills; expertise in managing a
concurrent, team-based cradle-to-grave engineering environment
(development, production, QA); and, a decision-making style that
effectively balances the need for speedy execution against highest quality
standards. Candidate will also be sensitive to budgetary issues,
intimately familiar with TQM philosophies and ISO 9001 certification, and
the CIP processes involved. Minimum BSEE, BSME, BSChE or BS software
development required.
Compensation
Package includes base salary, bonus, benefits. Moving & relocation as
appropriate.
If responding via e-mail, please incorporate resume into your message using
ASCII characters only. Please e-mail to azak@Executive-Search.com for
prompt reply.
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Subject: Re: What's in a Job Title ?
From: "G. Shane J. Lafreniere"
Date: Mon, 09 Dec 1996 20:03:23 -0500
Nägel wrote:
>
> John H. wrote:
>
> > One who does Drafting via CAD is a CAD Technician. A person on a
> > Survey Crew is a Survey Crewman (composed of an Instrument man, a
> > Rodman and sometimes a Chainman - NOTE: replace person in place of
> > MAN to be politically correct!)
>
> I don't like the sound of technician, it makes me feel like I have a
> headset on and saying "can I take your order, and would you like me to
> include our free catalog" I've also heard the term CAD Operator but
> that's even worse.
>
> Looking at my collage diploma (which was only a 2 year course) it
> clearnly states "Commercial Engineer". I've been calling myself that
> for years and nobody has gave me a hard time about it,...... yet....
Nagel,
Well, good thing you not in Ontario, Canada, or any other province for
that matter.
Within Canada, it is a provincial and federal offence to use the term
'engineer' in your job title unless you are a licenced practioner.
Canada passed the Professional Engineers Act in 1990, and along with the
Ritual Calling of an Engineer, (if you notice a Canadian engineer with a
battered Iron ring on their working hand...) the job title, whether
working for a company, or on your own private business card will not
allow you or your company to use those terms.
As well, being a self-governing, self regulated (within provincial
boundaries), there are also different levels of 'Service' or licences
that can be obtained. These range from a Temp Licence, to a "Consulting
Engineer" title.
There is a rather lengthy, formal process to be followed to obtain a
licence (which I'm currently doing) and be able to practice within
Canada as a Professional Engineer.
With this extra work, comes extra responsibility. All practicing
Engineers have special Certificates and Liability insurance either at
the personal level, or at the employer-company level.
Hence, not only can a skilled person who may do a similiar job in
Canada NOT use an Engineering title, but those who do need special
Licences to practice.
Subject: Neet Coriolis Flowmeter Advice?
From: "B.R.H."
Date: 10 Dec 1996 06:36:11 GMT
Multivariable measurement and control is gaining in importance. On-line
measurement and control of product mass flow, density, temperature, %
solids, and viscosity improves product quality. Coriolis flowmeters are
being successfully applied for the measurement of these process parameters.
I have more than 15 years experience applying this technology for the
development of new processes. If you have questions on the use of these
instruments, contact me by e-mail at masster1@ix.netcom.com.
BRH
