Category Archives: Engineering

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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Big Hero 6 – An Engineering Story with Adventure

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

While on an engineering trip to Maui (yes! Hawaii on business, but that’s another story), I took an evening after work to see Disney’s Big Hero 6 in Kahalui. I was impressed. Instead of telling you all about it, I … Continue reading →

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Why do Galaxies glow in the center, except for the Milky Way

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Why do galaxies glow in the center, except for the Milky Way, our galaxy? With a quick internet search, my curiosity was satisfied. Dust! Dust in our own galaxy blocks our view of the dense collection of stars near it’s … Continue reading →

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Meet a Mechanical Engineer and see what he does

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

View this excellent short video and feel the enthusiasm this engineer has for his work at JPL. Hear his responses to the questions you probably have about engineering. http://www.virtualjobshadow.com/CareerProfileDemo/?cguid={87F41A60-DE5A-4C24-B102-15AF1660FC86}

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