Famous Engineers
Known as the "father of modern physics," this physicist and engineer developed the theory of relativity.
Who is "Albert Einstein"
Created by Bjarne Stroustrup in the early 1980s, this programming language, often associated with video game development and software applications, is an extension of the C language. What is this versatile programming language?
What is C++?
In 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright achieved the first successful powered flight with their invention. What is the name of the aircraft that made this historic flight?
What is the Wright Flyer?
Essential for analyzing fluid flow, this branch of mathematics focuses on the study of motion and deformation of solid bodies. What is this mathematical field?
What is Fluid Mechanics?
In 1885, Karl Benz achieved a historic milestone by creating this using the internal combustion engine. Now one of the most luxurious brands of its kind. What groundbreaking invention did he bring to life?
What is the automobile?
Born into slavery but later became the first Black student at Iowa State Agricultural College. He is best known for coming up with about 300 uses for the peanut. Some of these included flour, paste, paper, soap, shaving cream, and even medicines.
Who is "George Washington Carver"
This influential English mathematician and logician laid the groundwork for computer science by introducing the concept of a theoretical computing machine, often referred to as the "Turing machine." Who is this pioneering figure?
Who is "Alan Turing"
Invented in 1958, this integrated circuit paved the way for modern electronic devices.
What is the microchip?
This mathematical concept describes the rate of change and is fundamental in calculus.
What is Derivative?
While he didn't originally invent this machine, James Watt's transformative improvements earned him the title "father of mechanical engineering." What is the name of the machine that Watt significantly enhanced?
What is the steam engine?
Renowned for her exceptional mathematical skills, this African American mathematician played a crucial role at NASA, calculating trajectories for space missions such as John Glenn's orbital flight. Her story is highlighted in the film "Hidden Figures." Who is she?
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Often used as a simple introductory program, this phrase is traditionally the first output when starting a new programming language.
Developed by the United States Department of Defense, this satellite-based navigation system became fully operational in 1995, providing precise location information globally.
What is GPS (Global Positioning System)?
Commonly used in electrical engineering, this mathematical technique helps analyze alternating current circuits and is named after a French mathematician. What is this technique?
What is Fourier Analysis?
The Egyptians used this combination of simple machines to move the massive stones used to create the pyramids. What are these mechanical devices? (Hint: It wasn't aliens")
What is "Pulleys and Levers"
Recognized as the world's first computer programmer, this 19th-century mathematician collaborated with Charles Babbage on his Analytical Engine, creating what is considered the first algorithm. Who is she?
Who is Ada Lovelace?
In the 19th century, Ada Lovelace utilized punch cards to perform calculations on machines, a practice that later evolved into a fundamental aspect of computer science. This early form of instructing machines through punched cards is now known as
What is coding?
This innovation, introduced in 2007, revolutionized the way people interact with technology by incorporating multi-touch functionality. What is this device?
What is the iPhone?
In engineering dynamics, this mathematical concept represents the tendency of a body to resist changes in its motion. What is this property?
What is Inertia?
Named after a prominent physicist, this unmanned spacecraft, launched in 1977, has journeyed beyond our solar system and is the first human-made object to reach interstellar space.
What is Voyager 1?
Known for his contributions to the development of the V-2 rocket during World War II, this German engineer later became a key figure in the United States' space program. Creating the Saturn V rocket, which was instrumental in the Apollo moon missions. Who is he?
Who is Wernher von Braun?
In 1965, this law, named after an Intel co-founder, predicted that the number of transistors on a microchip would double approximately every two years, leading to increased computing power. What is this prediction called?
What is Moore's Law?
In 1909, German chemist and engineer Fritz Haber revolutionized the chemical industry by inventing a process to synthesize ammonia from nitrogen and hydrogen. Saving about 2.7 million lives, he had created
Widely applied in optimization and simulation, this mathematical technique involves generating random variables to model uncertainty in engineering systems. What is this technique?
What is Monte Carlo Simulation?
Commonly used in engines, this mechanism converts rotary motion into reciprocating motion. What is the name of this essential component in many mechanical systems?
What is a crankshaft?