How is physics used in mechanical engineering?

Physics plays an important role especially in mechanical engg. compared to other branches of engineering. Statics and Dynamics Statics as you may know is the study of objects at rest and dynamics is the study of objects in motion. read more

I did majors in electrical engineering and physics, the physics and math in the EE degree was relatively dumbed down for lack of better wording. Oh sure, you need calculus and differential equations to understand the process of doing the laplace transform on your circuit elements to eliminate the derivatives, same with the use of fourier transforms for signal analysis. read more

In civil and mechanical engineering, geometry is used to design structures and ensure that they perform in a safe and meaningful way. When designing a bridge, civil engineers may use differential equations to calculate the approximate size of the supporting piers needed. read more