Inspring Filter-Feeders

To design better water filters, MIT engineers look to manta rays.

Physician, Engineer, Innovator

As a physician and engineer, Prof. Giovanni Traverso creates innovative health solutions, bringing a unique perspective to them. “As scientists and engineers, not only can we help individuals…we can help populations."

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The Breadth of MechE

Discover the incredible breadth of work underway in MechE at MIT.

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Improving Water Quality

MIT-WHOI Joint Program student Faith Brooks, is researching the impact of coastal pond breaching and will report to Naval Aviation Schools Command to begin flight training this fall.

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Understanding Fracture Energy

New general law governs fracture energy of networks across materials and length scales.

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Explore MechE Classes

Discover both undergraduate and graduate mechanical engineering classes at MIT on our updated Class Offerings page.

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Experience the MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering

MIT is a leader in training the next generation of creative thinkers who will pioneer new technologies, launch businesses, and bring needed solutions to many of the greatest challenges facing humanity.

- Alumna Megan Smith (SB ’86, SM ’88), Chief Technology Officer, United States of America