Using numbers is an integral part of an electrical engineer’s job. It’s one thing to know how to calculate them, but another to know how to use them when writing mod packages and other technical documents. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when using numbers . . . . Continue reading “Writing numbers correctly – technical writing tips”
Author: John Livingston
Amazon Prime on sale for today only
Amazon Prime is offering a one-day sale for a year-long Prime membership. Instead of the regular $99, today you can pick it up for just $72. Here’s how . . . . Continue reading “Amazon Prime on sale for today only”
A word about using jargon
The nuclear power industry, like most others, is ripe with jargon and unique acronyms. We made up words long ago and keep them alive through daily use. Despite that, they still have no presence in modern dictionaries. Don’t let your mod packages suffer needlessly from jargon bloat . . . . Continue reading “A word about using jargon”
Get Photoshop and other powerful Adobe software for free
Do you want to download Adobe Photoshop for free without paying the high price required to buy it? Then you are in luck. There’s a way to do it. And from Adobe’s own website . . . . Continue reading “Get Photoshop and other powerful Adobe software for free”
Improve your technical writing. Avoid the passive voice.
Doing this should really add a punch to your writing style. It also helps you eliminate needless words . . . . Continue reading “Improve your technical writing. Avoid the passive voice.”
How to find EMC test reports at the FCC’s website
Product EMC test reports can contain valuable information that’s not included in product manuals or free literature that’s posted on vendor websites. Here is how you can locate these test reports. They are hidden in plain sight . . . . Continue reading “How to find EMC test reports at the FCC’s website”
Do you need antibiotics? You may be surprised.
Got a lingering cough?
Pretty sure you have come down with bronchitis?
Is your head pounding from a sinus infection?
If you think a dose of antibiotics is just what you need to cure your ills, think again. In most of these cases, antibiotics won’t help at all. Continue reading “Do you need antibiotics? You may be surprised.”
New Special Report – Materials Quick Reference Guide
A free report has been posted to this site. It’s useful for electrical engineers who need to talk nuts-and-bolts, especially with the craft. Using these terms correctly will make you sound like an experienced pro . . . . Continue reading “New Special Report – Materials Quick Reference Guide”