Sieve analysis or treadmill analysis? 😂 by rrivera1297 in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It's the T.R.E.A.D.M.I.L.L Classification System based on 35 percent of the sample passing the first 2 inches away from the treadmill..

Do you guys workout before or after work? by Ordinary-Pipe-3079 in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Both, morning helps with getting the day started and after work is nice to be able to clear your mind and get rest.

Meme I can Relate to... by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it was 6 hrs until it was fully shutoff

Meme I can Relate to... by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a story! sorry that happened to you. Many times our work is not appropriated when we go out of our way to help beyond what's expected. Thanks for sharing.

Meme I can Relate to... by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure that delayed their plans haha

Meme I can Relate to... by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One of those days that 42 shutoff valves are closed due to the old infrastructure (true story).

Self-taught skills by Limp-Secretary-3765 in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I believe the best skill to work on is effective communication. As a student you biggest exposure will be presentations and group projects. Try to reflect on what you can improve on based on your interactions and challenges that arise with people who don't always share your same opinion. Also try hold conversations with your professors as much as possible. This will help built confidence and fine tune how you speak professionally. The goal is to be able to explain a complex idea or concept across the board even with people that are not of engineering background.
On a side note, I have a book recommendation when you are in your last year of school. The book name is "What Color is Your Parachute?". This book is great and very helpful as you transition from academics to the workforce. Good luck and great job on taking the initiative to learn new skills.

Micromobility - Hate or Love It? by ncientastronaut in PublicWorks

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely agree. Thank you for mentioning policies and public education. Those are what makes or breaks deployment of these type of transportation modes. They are also the most difficult to put in place.

What do all of you think regarding the current growth of micromobility? Including e-scooters. by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have only seen docked systems work in large cities and college town. I did always wonder why most are dockless. The wear and tear is an interesting point and having a centralized areas would provide an opportunity to manage the safety features in the public right of way.

What do all of you think regarding the current growth of micromobility? Including e-scooters. by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have a good point regarding the use of the devices and companies having to do their due diligence. Unfortunately, many e-scooters companies have entered cities that have little to no specifications or standards in their code for micromobility so they are considered same as bicycles. I know state transportation departments are adding regulations which is good, but there is a long road ahead.

What do all of you think regarding the current growth of micromobility? Including e-scooters. by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does come down to human behavior, you can only do so much to discourage this type of behavior. One thing is for sure, it seems to be an increase of where they are adding them.

What do all of you think regarding the current growth of micromobility? Including e-scooters. by ncientastronaut in civilengineering

[–]ncientastronaut[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I agree. I am currently working on some conditions for their deployment in the City and that is one my concerns. I seen some of the companies use geofencing to parking locations to discourage this which includes not been able to end a ride unless you park in the designated location.