Top 5 Engineering Apps

1. Autodesk AutoCAD 360 (Android and iOS)

          This is great for getting your initial ideas down so you don't forget.

2. Engineering Unit Converter (Android and iOS)

This app offers a selection of measures and units to make sure you are doing everything right.

3. Autodesk Force Effect Motion (Android and iOS)

This app helps with validating digital prototypes to make sure you have the right materials and design. This app also allows you to experiment with motors and loads.

4. Mechanical Basics (Android and iOS)

This app provides mechanical laws, equations, tables and reference materials all at your finger tips.

5. Mechanical Engineering 101 (Android and iOS)

This app allows you to brush up on your skills by conduction a selection of tutorials, quizzes and flashcards. 

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