Category Archives: STEM

A Continuous Ring of 175,955 Satellites

Posted on December 12, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

Just after sunset, Kendall and Katya took a walk up their favorite canyon, their last opportunity for two years. “Can you believe we’ve come this far,” Kendall thought back to their graduate days. “To think that the research of two … Continue reading →

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It’s Engineers Week Day 1 – Read or Share “Get a Grip”

Posted on February 23, 2015 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

I chose engineering as a career because it satisfies my interest in mechanisms, machinery, automation, innovation, and making things that serve people. Engineering pays well and provides good benefits. Let’s celebrate Engineers Week by reading an Engineering Story. Better yet, … Continue reading →

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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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Renewable Energy Storage Using Gravity – Take a Look

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

An energy fluctuation problem, and a potential solution. Creative minds and smart engineers at work. Watch this video. http://vimeo.com/75895781

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Spreading Spectrum Modulation and Peanut Butter – Part 2

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

(Continued from Part 1) “I can’t open my jar of peanut butter,” he exclaimed from the corner of his mouth with an overturned jar in his lap. “You’re a mechanical engineer; let’s design a mechanism for my wheel chair that … Continue reading →

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