Mechanical Engineering
Get insights from 10.9k questions on Mechanical Engineering, answered by students, alumni, and experts. You may also ask and answer any question you like about Mechanical Engineering
Follow Ask QuestionQuestions
Discussions
Active Users
Followers
New answer posted
9 years ago
Scholar-Level 18
New answer posted
9 years ago
Contributor-Level 8
Pilot astronauts need a minimum of a bachelors degree in engineering, biological/physical sciences or mathematics. They also require a minimum of 1,000 hours pilot-in-command time in a jet aircraft.
Pilot astronauts need to be able to pass a NASA space physical, which includes the following items:
Distant visual acuity: 20/100 or better uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 each eye
Blood pressure: 140/90 measured in a sitting position
Height between 62 and 75 inches
For applicants applying to be Pilot astronauts, NASA strongly recommends flight test experience. While it is theoretically possible to obtain
New question posted
9 years agoNew answer posted
9 years ago
Scholar-Level 18
New answer posted
9 years agoContributor-Level 8
New question posted
9 years agoNew answer posted
9 years ago
Contributor-Level 8
New question posted
9 years agoNew answer posted
9 years ago
Beginner-Level 5
New answer posted
9 years ago
Scholar-Level 17
There is no perfect definition for what could be the best course. It will depend on the candidate. Whereas you may like robotics I may prefer bio-mechanics. So, look for a subject you will most likely enjoy. Biomechanics is a very trending subject but opportunities in India for this field will be less. Automobiles, mechatronics and robotics are the most popular and ever in demand. Many students also opt for manufacturing engineering and transportation design. Look for more subjects on university websites, you will find details as to which is what and you can decide accordingly.
Taking an Exam? Selecting a College?
Get authentic answers from experts, students and alumni that you won't find anywhere else
Sign Up on ShikshaOn Shiksha, get access to
- 66k Colleges
- 1.2k Exams
- 690k Reviews
- 1850k Answers
