Tag Archives: zero-g

Weightless – Part 8 (Draft)

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

(The next day) “I’m nervous, and excited,” Mr. Jackson thought as he made his way to Dr. Best’s office. Dr. Ellen Best, hired very recently, received a doctorate degree in mechanical engineering from a reputable university aerospace program. She was … Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Engineering, STEM | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Weightless – Part 7

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

(Continued from Part 6 – These are first drafts of a work in progress) “Yes. Actually we completed it last week and the technicians have been running tests. We had the carpenter shop work on the box, the facilities department … Continue reading →

Posted in Engineering | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Weightless – Part 2

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

(Continued from Part 1) Gregory’s eyes looked back and forth quickly, digesting his fathers questions. “The moon is in space, circling the Earth every twenty-seven point three (27.3) Earth-days. Think about it. The massive moon is going around and around … Continue reading →

Posted in Engineering, STEM | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Weightless – Part 1

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Kenneth Richard Hardman

“There’s no gravity in space.” “Oh yes there is.” “No there isn’t,” Gregory said leaning forward. “Yes,” Jennifer insisted with both hands on her hips. “There is!” Gregory raised his voice. “I don’t get you. Our whole lives we’ve seen … Continue reading →

Posted in STEM | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment