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Author
Crisp, J. D. C.
Title
Theory and practice in engineering - a dilemma?
In
Transactions of The Institution of Engineers, Australia: Mechanical Engineering
Imprint
vol. ME9, no. 4, 1984, pp. 316-321
Description

Paper M1273.
1984 A G M Michell Address of the College of Mechanical Engineers, Institution of Engineers Australia.

Abstract

Historical precedent shows, largely, that practice leads theory in significant engineering innovation. Yet the A.G.M Michell guideline suggests, for him, the opposite. Examples are addressed which support both dogmas. In reconciliation of this apparent dilemma, the need in modern times for a symbolic relationship between theory and practice is suggested. Especially, mechanical engineering is in need of a new identity which could be found by practitioners more readily exploiting the virtues of theoretical generalisations.

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