Author Archives: Kenneth Richard Hardman

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About Kenneth Richard Hardman

AncestorClips are short stories about real people. Each clip nurtures awareness of a time, a place, and the character of a man or woman who cultivated a path for our life. The reader feels the good, the obstacles, the happiness, the sadness, and the overcoming. They cheer us, make us resilient when challenged, give us purpose, and connect us to our multi-generational family. Each story is followed by reflections from the author and readers sharing how the story strengthened or inspired them. Ken Hardman is a son, a brother, a grandson, a great-grandson… He is also a husband, father and grand-father. Ken is a professional engineer, engineering mentor, technical writer, and associate technical fellow at a major aerospace company. He is a writer of engineering and family history stories. Please join Ken in reading, reflecting upon, or writing #AncestorClips

The Orbital Mechanic in STEM Magazine

Posted on January 19, 2018 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Dear Engineering Stories readers, I am pleased that one of my engineering stories, “The Orbital Mechanic” is published in STEM Magazine and will be available to a large STEM and educator audience. Check it out and please encourage your friends … Continue reading →

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Ferril Losee – A Brilliant Engineer

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

On the farm young Ferril was taught by his father “to work hard and be a good person.” In addition to farming, football, dancing and music, Ferril was good “with [his] hands and could do construction and other tasks… The … Continue reading →

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Engineering Family History Stories

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Dear Engineering Stories friends, Thank you so very much for your interest in these Engineering Stories. I have enjoyed writing them both because I enjoy engineering, and I enjoy writing in general. In fact, at my regular job, I see … Continue reading →

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I’ve discovered Arthur C. Clarke

Posted on June 6, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

As you know, I have been writing contemporary fiction, Engineering Stories that are based on recent experiences in my career, but because I love to ‘do’ engineering, I love to solve technical problems, very challenging technical situations, I have been … Continue reading →

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Get a Grip – by Kenneth R Hardman

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

In Get a Grip, a young engineer is assigned to an experienced engineering team responsible for developing critical automation in the manufacture of smart phones. She travels internationally with the team, generates concepts, and helps the team struggle through difficult … Continue reading →

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Engineering Project – Re-inventing the 35mm Color Slide Digitizer

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

I can’t help myself. When I get it in my head to create a solution or solve a problem, it doesn’t matter that it has already been done before. I love finding a quick, in-expensive solution to a need. In … Continue reading →

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Sketching

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

I whole-heartedly agree with the following brief article on sketching for engineers. Please take a few minutes and read what this engineer has to say. Sketching improves the ideas, brings forth solutions, and drives the work forward. http://mechanical-engineering.in/forum/blog/209/entry-774-the-importance-of-sketching/

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Winter Bike Ride looking for some Engineering

Posted on January 25, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Come with Ken on a winter bike ride and discover some Engineering. http://youtu.be/9X-M0YFl1Lc

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Ken Hardman tells quick engineering stories in a video

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Recently, we held a family “talk” night where family members came prepared to give a talk or presentation on a topic of strong interest. What do you think I spoke about? Engineering, one of my favorite topics. The event was … Continue reading →

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Discovering the Beauty of Earth from Space

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

What would it be like to be an astronaut AND a professional photographer? Travel at 14,000 miles per hour with Don Pettit as he helps us discover the beauties of Earth from Space. http://youtu.be/rwt3kMivZk4

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