Category Archives: STEM

Call for New Draft Novelette Readers

Posted on June 12, 2017 by

Dear followers of Engineering Stories, Thank you for your support to my short stories. Now, help me take my next step in the world of engineering stories by volunteering to read the draft of my new novelette, Polaris Station. It’s … Continue reading →

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Coaches, Cars, and Character

Posted on March 22, 2017 by

Originally posted on Engineering Stories:
Team after team, the endurance race pressed on. No car came anywhere close to beating us. Hopes were high. But when it was all over, the maroon and white competitors from Texas had the highest…

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Reading for Pleasure – by Henry Petroski

Posted on March 7, 2017 by

(an excerpt from ASEE Prism – Refractions) “Engineering and fiction seem polar opposites, but several recently published novels may encourage the reading and writing of more tales about engineers–and perhaps generate wider appreciation of their work. Even when based on … Continue reading →

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Watching humans set foot on the moon fixed an engineer’s passion to go farther

Posted on January 25, 2017 by

Dear Engineering friends, please read this man’s journey and passion for engineering. A Boeing Technical Fellow – A world away “The more challenge I get, the better I get…” (Kauser Imtiaz, Boeing Innovation Quarterly)

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What is the Secret to Invent? Decompose the Functions!

Posted on October 7, 2016 by

“Well,” Aaron said, “I think this looks pretty great. Thanks Ray.   What made you think of all this anyway?” “Oh,” Ray looked over at Wesley who remained silent. “I was working on my motorcycle Saturday and I got to … Continue reading →

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Too binary in your engineering thinking?

Posted on August 14, 2016 by

Get with someone who thinks differently that you. Try this short story to solve a binary problem. Answer the questions at the end. https://engineerstories.com/2014/08/26/one-one-half-four/

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STEM Talk – Engineering is Cool

Posted on June 30, 2016 by

Watch Ken Hardman, an aerospace engineer and author talk to a group of youth about the engineering of airplanes, rockets, and space vehicles. Learn about mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, industrial, and computer engineering. Watch, listen, and learn about Science, Technology, … Continue reading →

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