Mcelwain Engineering

Mr. Adam Moon

MR. ADAM MOON Physics, Science Olympiad and Engineering Club FAVORITE SC MEMORY Doing the science shows for the 5th graders at St. Wenceslaus with my AP Physics students. I REALLY MISS… Seeing the students and catching up on their day-to-day lives. IN MY EXTRA SPARE TIME I’M... We are building...

How Much Does A Surveyors Real Property Report Cost?

The Surveyors Real Property Report (SRPR) and “spot” survey are one and the same. The term SRPR is the legal term to identify the report. The term “spot” is the layman’s term. There are many factors that can contribute to the cost of a SRPR. Some of the most common are as follows: Lot size. Typi ...

10 FAQs for a Property Boundary Survey quote

I get lots of phone calls from people interested in getting a Property Boundary Survey quote for their property.

How the Digital Twin Is Propelling Time Travel within the Power Industry

The power industry is witnessing a dramatic transformation, as wireless networking technologies improve the way it manages, optimizes, and delivers energy.

Self-Healing Asphalt Could Change Your Driving Experience [VIDEO]

Could potholes go the way of the Ford Pinto? Engineering professor Erik Schlangen may have created a way to make that happen with self-healing asphalt.

What is Urban Planning with a Civil Engineer?

Civil Engineers focus on construction projects, while urban planning concentrates on how a construction project will fit in an urban community.

Design and maintain infrastructure as a civil engineer

Materials Innovations: What is Structural Engineered Bamboo (SEB)?

Bamboo allows for a high level of processing and can be laminated for flooring, appliances, and for Structural Engineered Bamboo (SEB) structures.

What Does a Structural Engineer Do?

A structural engineer can provide a number of services. Find out what you can expect when you hire one for your home or business.

Are civil engineers doing enough to account for climate change?

Are civil engineers doing enough to account for climate change? Emily Grubert, in a word, says, "No."

What Do Changes in LEED Mean For Structural Engineers?

LEED has undergone an overhaul which aims to enhance sustainability codes and practices which will impact structural engineers.

Ask Anthony: What Does It Mean to Be a Manager as a Civil Engineer?

Lunching and Learning: A Civil Engineer’s View of a Campus Chilled-Water System

In this article, a departure from typical HPAC Engineering content, a fictional conversation about a system that may or may not be in existence is presented to, in the words of the author, “plant the seed of an idea with people (who) might actually implement” it and start a (real) discussion.

How to keep civil engineers safe at work, in the field

Civil engineers face many potentially dangerous situations, from working at height to being around moving vehicles. Keeping them safe is a critical job.

Brownstone Boys: When Do You Need a Structural Engineer?

Dramatically altering the structure of an old house can sometimes require the services of a structural engineer to ensure safety for your family.

Working with structural engineers during your build

A structural engineer is an essential part of your building journey, as they ensure that your home won’t be falling apart any time soon! They are responsible for things like footings, slabs, wall frames, floor frames, roof frames and the connections that hold the whole building together. They work together with your builder and …

Is there a structural engineer in the house?

The scandal of up to forty schools in the state possibly having structural flaws underscores the naivety of some of the interactions between the state and private sector over the years. One could a…

You’re a Civil Engineer? So you want to build bridges right?

NO! Not necessarily anyway.<br>I have known that I wanted to be a civil engineer since junior year in high school, and never once did I want to design bridges (and that’s design bridges - building them...

Common Mistakes Young Civil Engineers Should Watch Out For

Starting a new career is an exciting time for young civil engineers. While mistakes are sometimes unavoidable, most can be avoided by following these steps.