It’s not that often we see the worlds of baking and technology mix, but when Johan von Konow went about making a traditional gingerbread house for the holidays, he added a laser to the recipe. The engineer and tinkerer first went about designing an accurate, miniature 3D representation of his summer house in a CAD program, with the help of his wife. He then printed outlines of the necessary building blocks onto sheets of baked gingerbread, and used a 50-watt laser engraver to cut them out and score icing guides for the final touches later on. Burnt edges rendered the confectionary inedible, but as its final destination was no longer stomachs, raw lasagna sheets were added for structural support, and hot glue used to bind it all together. If you’ve got all the kit and are feeling inspired by the picture above, the design layout and project walkthrough are available at the source link below. Hansel and Gretel needn’t be worried this time around — the tech used creating this particular gingerbread house has attracted a different kind of aged tenant.
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VI. Employee Expectations A. What Does the Employee Hope to get from this Job?
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Answer by curmudgeon.in.traininga lot of personal satisfaction. have you ever played with robots? not just the workers in the plants building cars, but the really fun ones that are built after hours, or in the name of “science” when the accountants are not watching where the research money is going?
i worked with some of these guys. they seemed nerdy at first, but they were having a blast
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Related Posts:Question by Saturnine: how do you become a Robotics Engineer? Simple enough right? This is the career that im wanting to go into and im wanting to know what all i need to have to be come one. Exp,college courses etc. Also what is the best college for that particular field?
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Answer by do-anh1 Start preparing yourself for the challenges of working as a robotics engineer while earning your high school degree. You should take any advanced placement math, science or computer courses offered by your high school. These classes might include algebra, trigonometry, physics, computer science or computer-aided drafting.
2 Join your high school’s robotics team. High school robotics teams design and construct actual robots, and then enter the robots into competitions against other high school robotics teams. Being a part of a robotics competition will help better prepare you for the challenges of a college-level engineering program.
3 Apply to colleges that offer a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Upon entering college, you should enroll in an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, or ABET, Engineering program. More information about this program can be found in the Resources section below.
4 Decide on a specialty while in college. Robotics engineers can specialize in electronic, electrical, manufacturing, industrial or mechanical engineering. Your coursework should help you decide which specialty most interests you. Some of your courses will include robotics theory, design and development, electronics, electrical theory, robotics laboratory and machine automation.
5 Expect to spend five years earning your bachelor’s degree. Most engineering programs take five years to complete, as opposed to the traditional four years. During that time, take advantage of any on-the-job training or field work your university offers. These types of programs offer students invaluable training, as well as networking opportunities that could help you find work when you graduate.
6 Decide what type of institution or company you’d like to work for upon graduating. Robotics engineers typically work for corporations, private organizations, manufacturing companies or military agencies. The Society of Manufacturing Engineers, located in the Resources section below, can help you find find employment as a robotics engineer.
To become a robotics engineer, you’ll need to earn a Bachelor of Science in Engineering
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Answer by hobart_elfYou have to be highly intelligent (the more the better) and have an excellent understanding of English and maths.
The more effort you put into it, the more rewarding (or satisfying) it will be.
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Answer by Sergio__You can either go for electrical, mechanical or mechatronics engineering. The last one is entirely focused in robotics and industrial automation. There’s also an area of concentration called control systems, and is usually a part of electrical or mechanical engineering and is recommended to those who want to go for robotics.
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Answer by Z, King of NinjasJudging by the his inventions & achievements within the comics & within the movie, I’d say that he’s both. Considering all that he has done with technology, he would have to be both.
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Sure, there have been some pretty creative variations on the standard paper business card, but if you’re looking to make a career in electronics engineering, card stock isn’t necessarily the best option for material. Such was the case for one student, who had the canny idea to make a card that demonstrates his printed circuit board know-how. He used a 555 timer that outputs a clock to the LEDs on the biz card, and placing a nine-volt battery on the terminals sets off the mini light show. See for yourself in the video below.
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Question by Guitarbeast13: What are some up sides to being an engineer? (robotics, mechanical, chemical etc.)? I’m thinking about a career in engineering and was wondering some of the specifics in these careers. Pay, hours, what you do, how enjoyable it is etc. Thanks for the help!
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Answer by CrazeddogladyMy brother is a chemical and he earns GREAT money. All the engineers I’ve known earn great money and seem to have interesting jobs,often with foreign travel opportunities.
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Could Apple really be looking to end their longstanding affair with the 30-pin Dock Connector? It’s been a move that’s been rumored for years, and a job opening at Cupertino for a Connector Design Engineer adds a bit of fuel to that fire.
This person will be “responsible for managing multiple connector designs and developments in support of the iPod product lines.” It goes on to describe that this task will “involve adaptation of existing connectors or complete new designs.” It’s apparently important enough to Apple that they’ve got another, very similar listing on their jobs page.
It sounds like Apple isn’t just looking for a new lead engineer — Apple could be looking for a new iDevice interface.
The Dock Connector has lived a good life. Introduced in 2003 with the third generation iPod, the Dock Connector has been a trusted consort in the Apple army. But it’s time for retirement. Smaller, more compatible interconnects are more than capable of providing the power and a data connection. A MicroUSB-equipped iPhone might make Steve Jobs roll in his grave, but it would also make millions of users rejoice in the name of a universal connection.
As I’ve mentioned, people have been forecasting the death of the Dock Connector for years now. The reasoning is almost always the same: the sheer size of the Dock Connector is hindering Apple’s design. If Apple moved to something smaller, such as a Mini Dock Connector or even MicroUSB, this would allow for a larger range of designs. But Apple has yet to make the switch. That might change with the iPhone 5, though.
One of the leading iPhone 5 rumors, along with a significantly bigger screen, involves a new interconnect. Recent leaked iPhone 5 photos supposedly show what appears to be a MicroUSB port at the bottom of the device instead of the traditional Dock Connector. There have also been whispers of a MagSafe-like connector as well.
Even without this job posting, it’s pretty much accepted that the Dock Connector is nearing the end of its life. Even though there are better options, it will still be sorely missed. Just think of all the iDevice docks that will fall silent when their owners upgrade to the latest hardware — well, unless, Apple releases a pricey Dock Connector to Mini Dock Connector adapter.
[Hat tip to Wolfgang Bremer, CCO of Founder2be.com]
Question by Me: How much does a robotics engineer make if he has a masters in robotics?
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Answer by scifiaddictin 2001 master’s-degree candidates averaged a salary of $ 63,812 I’m not sure what exactly they get paid now, but it can’t be much different.
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