The Engineering Blueprint cover art

The Engineering Blueprint

The Engineering Blueprint

Written by: Engineering Blueprint
Listen for free

About this listen

Explore the science and engineering behind the everyday things we use but rarely think about. Looking at the forces, designs, and inventions that keep the modern (and future) world moving. This podcast is the product of creativity and observance, diving into some of the most mundane yet interesting things, while also keeping a innovative feel by touching on the futuristic implications of engineering.Engineering Blueprint Science
Episodes
  • Episode 9: The Vast Connection of Cell Towers
    Jan 23 2026

    In this episode, we dive into a yet another thing you've probably noticed before but never stopped to think of how they worked. Cell towers are crucial to our daily life, taking over when Wi-Fi cannot. They keep us connected while traveling long distances, exploring remote areas, or just outside in public, where Wi-Fi is just impractical. Hit play to discover how cell towers work and how they may soon be replaced by satellites!


    Sources:


    https://www.ni.com/en/solutions/semiconductor/wireless-infrastructure-development/how-cell-towers-work.html?srsltid=AfmBOop_1UVbwgYzakFgizBMOvEyK9mcbIIsFH6W2x0MftwgBGObNXqp


    https://howwirelessworks.ctia.org/


    https://inseego.com/resources/blog/bringing-high-quality-5g-everywhere-with-5g-small-cells/


    https://spectrum.ieee.org/satellite-cellphone-starlink

    https://insidetowers.com/two-technologies-become-one-the-marriage-of-satellites-and-cellular/


    https://www.minew.com/overview-of-cellular-network/


    Show More Show Less
    12 mins
  • Episode 8: The Invisible Waves Everyone Relies On
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode, we dive into one of the most influential creations of the 21st century, WiFi. It's so important that the moment it stops working, everyone in the room immediately notices. We dive into how this creation changed from only being used by the government to being one of the most implemented technologies yet, and also discover how it works.

    Show More Show Less
    13 mins
  • Episode 7: The Flash Behind Cameras
    Jan 2 2026

    Have you ever wondered how cameras work? Turning what you see in front of your eyes into a physical memory? This episode dives into how this instantaneous technology came to be.

    Show More Show Less
    16 mins
No reviews yet