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Mastering the Art of Reading Academic Papers
In the bustling world of academia, the ability to efficiently read research papers is a crucial skill that is often overlooked in formal education. S. Keshav’s insightful article “How to Read a Paper” demystifies the process, presenting a structured three-pass method that promises to enhance your reading efficiency. Understanding the Three-Pass Approach The First Pass: […]
Why we teach (electromagnetics)
References: [1] K. T. Selvan, “Why We Teach – Part I: Reflections from higher education academics from around the world [Education Corner],” in IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine, vol. 65, no. 6, pp. 48-51, Dec. 2023, doi: 10.1109/MAP.2023.3320587.[2] K. T. Selvan, “Why We Teach – Part II: Reflections from higher education academics from around the world […]
The Crucial Role of Unit System Consistency in Research Collaboration
The Mars Climate Orbiter incident serves as a powerful cautionary tale about the importance of consistency in the use of unit systems within research groups. Launched by NASA in December 1998, this spacecraft was tasked with studying Mars’ climate and atmosphere. Yet, its mission was abruptly terminated due to a critical oversight: the failure to […]
Discovering the Foundations of Modern Technology: André-Marie Ampère’s Electrodynamics
In the realm of scientific discovery, few names are as pivotal as André-Marie Ampère’s, whose groundbreaking work in the early 19th century laid the foundation for much of our modern technology. From the motors powering our appliances to the telecommunications equipment enabling global connectivity, the principles of electromagnetism are integral to their function. Yet, the […]
Pronunciation of the Greek alphabet in English
Greek letters are widely used in mathematics and other fields of science. α – alpha – æl-fə β – beta – bee-tə (UK), bei-tə (US) γ – gamma – gæ-mə δ – delta – del-tə ε – epsilon – eps-ill-ən or ep-sigh-lonn (UK), eps-ill-aan (US) ζ – zeta – zee-tə (UK), in the US more commonly zei-tə η – eta – ee-tə (UK), in the US more commonly ei-tə θ – theta – thee-tə or thei-tə (in the US; both with ‘th’ as in think) ι – iota – I-oh-tə (‘I’ pronounced like ‘eye’) κ – kappa – kæ-pə λ – lambda – læm-də μ – mu – myoo ν – nu – nyoo ξ – xi – ksaai (as in sick sigh) or zaai ο – omicron – oh-my-kronn (UK), aa-mə-kraan or oh-mə-kraan (US) π – pi – paai (the […]
Exploring the Wonders of AI
Welcome to www.FatihErden.com / AI Revolution page, your go-to destination for all things AI-related! In this blog post, I will be sharing exciting content about AI, starting with the amazing capabilities of ChatGPT and beyond. I will regularly update this page with new and fascinating developments in the field of AI, so be sure to […]
The Value of Science & Math vs Physics, Feynman
Richard Feynman’s 1955 essay “The Value of Science” is a classic defense of the importance of scientific exploration. In the essay, Feynman argues that the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake is a vital human endeavor, and that science has a unique ability to reveal the mysteries of the universe. Feynman begins by describing […]
9 Biographies Every Scientist and Engineer Should Read
As a scientist or engineer, you are always seeking inspiration and new ideas to fuel your creativity. One way to achieve this is by delving into the biographies of some of the most brilliant minds in history. Here are nine biographies that I highly recommend for captivating and inspiring reading: “Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman!” […]
Science and Religion
The debate between science and religion has been going on for ages, with arguments from both sides claiming the irreconcilability of the two. However, there have been many scientists in history who believed in the existence of God, despite the incompatibilities between science and religion. In this article, we shall look at five brilliant physicists […]
Protection Against Electromagnetic Pulses (EMPs)
Without electromagnetic pulse (EMP) protections in place, EMPs could permanently damage electronic hardware in a large geographic area like a city, threatening a country’s security, economy, and citizens. EMP simulations are a fast and affordable way to develop technology, equipment, and protocols that predict, respond, recover, and prevent the potentially devastating effects of EMPs. EMP […]