If you are not the lead dog pulling a dog sled, then the view never changes. And so it is with society, those on the leading edge of thought, power and finance have a far better view of the full horizon. As a lead dog with plenty of thought, but no power or finance, it is disturbing for me to see where the ‘musher’ is leading us.
Engineers are trained to study systems and then optimize them for safety and efficiency. Engineering is applied science, so all recommendations should be scientifically correct. With a career including structural, mechanical, electrical, process, automotive and transportation, my background provided unique insights into a range of science issues.