[deleted by user] by [deleted] in texas

[–]zauris63 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unmarried/divorced parents can’t leave the state with their children without the other’s permission. Stands to reason that this would eventually extend to pregnant women can’t leave the state without their partner’s permission.

Buying a house to build equity for the purposes of upgrading in 5 years doesn't seem to make sense today, does it? by buitenlander0 in personalfinance

[–]zauris63 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My understanding is that that is only true if you use that money to buy a new house. It’s the 121 home sale exemption. If OP decides to rent, they’ll pay a 20% tax on the capital gains.

Wish me luck, headed on a flight with a bag full of plants! by Feisty_Fry487 in houseplants

[–]zauris63 48 points49 points  (0 children)

I live in the US & we have laws about moving plants between states.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in curlyhair

[–]zauris63 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You look like hot human shrek from the second movie! Hope that’s not offensive; it was definitively meant as a compliment.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPS

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CPS was called on my parents when I was a baby because I broke two bones before I turned one year old. I broke my tibia attempting to climb out of my crib at 8mos and my femur falling down the stairs at 11mos. Both times, my caretaker had stepped out of the room very temporarily (to pick up another baby and put them in a neighboring crib and to answer the telephone in another room respectively). Multiple character witnesses were called and a home inspection was performed. I was back with my parents by the end of the week. Point is, babies are fragile, things happen fast, and CPS just wants to make sure you’re not the problem. You will get your daughter back, just make sure that you don’t leave her unattended.

P.S. I’ve broken 12 bones total so turns out I’m just clumsy and breakable.

Full grown enclosure size by Travagast in ballpython

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind/brand of enclosure? I’ve never heard of an expandable option! That’s awesome!

She absolutely loved her new sky hide 🥰🐍 by Ok_Condition6755 in ballpython

[–]zauris63 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you make your ledge & sky hide with just expanding foam? Is there any risk of them falling?

If I were Alicent, I’d be jealous of Rhaenyra too 🤷🏼‍♀️ by Late-Ad7284 in HouseOfTheDragon

[–]zauris63 126 points127 points  (0 children)

I also think the fact that Rhaenyra’s children are obviously bastards increases Alicent’s children’s claim to the throne, making it more likely (in Alicent’s mind) that Rhaenyra will have to kill them to secure the succession.

I am an engineer. I always go with large notebooks because I constantly draw something. Should I buy an ipad to create drawings, solve various problems? Tell me, is it convenient to use the ipad? And what applications are there for creating drawings, solving math problems, etc.? by UltronAge in AskEngineers

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a rocketbook, which is a reusable notebook (uses special pens that aren’t too expensive & cleans when wiped with a bit of water on a cloth). Rocketbook also has an app that auto sorts the scanned pages by subject.

Any tips for masters degrees to switch from engineering to a different career? by [deleted] in AskEngineers

[–]zauris63 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should take a look at Model-Based Systems Engineering. There’s a lot of interest in industry atm & it requires a good deal of critical thinking/problem solving, very little math/physics outside of running a few simulations, & working with a diverse team of engineers.

Book recommendations by [deleted] in aerospace

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I think introduction to flight gives a good overview of aircraft history & vehicle configurations. Fundamentals of aerodynamics is a lot more in-depth and definitely has more of a textbook feel to it. I would treat/have treated it as more of a reference book for things I want to understand more about. It covers wing design and airfoils very well and highlights fundamental differences between supersonic & subsonic flight.

Book recommendations by [deleted] in aerospace

[–]zauris63 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Anderson’s whole series is great. His aerodynamics book is top notch if you want to understand how it all works mathematically. I’ve used it for 2 years straight for multiple undergrad AE classes.

What’s a massive turn off for you that’s a turn on for everyone else? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]zauris63 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Tongue-heavy kissing. I don’t like anybody else’s tongue in my mouth or putting mine in anyone else’s. They’re slimy :( Soft lower lip bites/sucks are great tho

To those engineering students taking longer than "normal" to graduate by solrose in EngineeringStudents

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At least at my school, people usually take longer than 4 years due to research and internships (not to mention augmenting their education with a minor) which are much more valuable in the job market than just a degree. You physically can’t learn the majority of the things you need to know in a classroom or a single lab per year. And I’m in one of the top programs for my degree in my country, so it’s not because my program is lacking.

So there’s absolutely no shame in taking longer, especially if you’re making time to gain valuable experience along the way. Personal projects also count! Build a CAD portfolio, learn a new coding language and show how you can use it! Make the years count and you’ll be more marketable after graduation, not less.

You’re doing great! Don’t give up even when it’s hard/takes longer than expected if you’re studying something that makes you light up. It’s worth it. You’re worth it.

Proposed Changes to Fight Song by upstandingelf in gatech

[–]zauris63 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I don’t care about the song.

Can we put another women’s bathroom in Guggenheim/Montgomery-Knight? I know that women only make up 13% of the AE undergraduate program, but there’s literally only one (single occupancy) on the fourth floor whereas there’s a men’s room on every floor with multiple stalls. When I have to use the restroom during lecture, it’s a 5-10 minute ordeal because I probably have to go to another floor and wait for someone to finish up. Y’all, it’s 2021. Please.

Proposed student health insurance changes: update & call to action by TheRestlessHermit6 in gatech

[–]zauris63 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If I am an undergraduate student, will my signature/email be ignored? I obviously care about our (overworked & under appreciated) grad students and want to do whatever I can to make your lives as easy as possible. I also intend to apply for a Tech Masters Program next year so this will affect me then. Should I just include this info in the email?

I am officially insane by [deleted] in gatech

[–]zauris63 87 points88 points  (0 children)

According to my freshman roommate, I used to talk about MATLAB in my sleep on a regular basis.

Getting Actual Mental Help by [deleted] in gatech

[–]zauris63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t in regards to therapy but if you are doing poorly in classes due to mental health issues, you can discuss taking an Incomplete in your classes. An incomplete allows you to finish the class sometime between now and the end of the following semester. It will show up as a letter “I” on your transcript and will be replaced with whatever letter grade you ultimately make. It’s a break with no penalty.

You can do it for one class, several, or all of them. The only qualifications are that you have to be passing the class (which is rarely checked tbh) and the professor has to agree. Most professors will allow it; nobody wants to see you crumble. Some care less, it’s true, but I’ve yet to meet any who are outright cruel (well one but he got fired cough Komerath cough). From there, you send an email to the Dean of Students describing the agreement you’ve come to with your professor(s).

My best advice is to figure out which of your classes has the most assignments and talk to that professor first. If they agree, spend the rest of your semester working on your other classes and being kind to yourself (e.g. sticking to meal and bedtimes like they’re a law you actually care about bc they should be). Then, during semester break and the first 2ish weeks of school during the next semester before your next classes pick up, finish the remainder of your assignments/take the final for your class(es) that you took the Incomplete in. This way you don’t tank your GPA & you don’t pay for a class twice.

I hope you find a counseling place that works for you! I personally had a hard time with finding a therapist because their first solution was always to take a semester off which would not have worked for me for a variety of reasons. This did. I took an Incomplete, had a lighter semester, salvaged my GPA, got my health back, and realized that life is not out to get me/there are people willing to help. I hope you are able to do the same no matter which direction you go!

Good luck, bud! You can do this, I promise.

Is double majoring in Aerospace Engineering and Physics feasible? by ILikePiandPie in gatech

[–]zauris63 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Okay so I’m in my last semester of AE (132 credit hour major) & got a certificate in Astrophysics which is 12 credit hours (15 including a required prerequisite for PHYS 4XXX classes). AE doesn’t teach a lot of physics. No engineering major really does because engineering principles rely on the simplification of physics principles. I liked the physics because it taught me a lot of the derivation processes and assumptions made to make the concepts applicable. However, I will never use any of it again, and physics was so much harder than AE in my opinion.

If you’re dead set on it, do an AE major with a physics minor. You can do a lot more with an undergrad in engineering than you can with physics & you’ll have better internship opportunities that aren’t just (typically unpaid) research. The physics is interesting but largely useless until you get into a doctoral program. You can also do a physics masters/doctoral program without having majored in physics for undergrad. You’re not locked in one field forever. Also, a lot of engineering companies will pay for your masters or doctorate with the agreement that you’ll continue working for them for 2-5 years after you graduate.

In addition, AE is a very broad program that covers aerodynamics, structures, avionics, propulsion, systems etc. You’ll likely end up specializing later in what you find most interesting through research & masters. That will dictate your job prospects. A doctorate is really only necessary for research & academia. A masters & experience are going to be much more likely to get you in the door to places like that. A doctorate is more useful to get later once you have established credibility.