801 Things You Should Know: Part 2

Hello reader:

This the second part of 801 Things You should Know by David Olsen.

1. Philosophy
1. Age of Reason- a movement between the 17^th -18^th century started in Europe. The purpose was to reform society into a more intellectual society.
2. History
1. Alexander the Great- A king of Macedon. He is known as one of the best conqueror. His empire spread from Greece (and parts of modern-day Bulgaria) to India (modern-day Pakistan) and included Asia Minor (Turkey), Syria, Palestine (Israel), Egypt, Mesopotamia (Iraq), Persia (Iran), Bactria and Afghanistan and parts of Uzbekistan, and India (Pakistan).

3. Business and Economics
1. Agribusiness- is the business involve in agricultural production.

4. Art and Literature
1. Abstract Art- is a type of art which involves form of object, colors and textures to express ideas.

5. People and Culture

1. Addams, Jane- one of the first social worker in the United States. She was concern with women’s right, mother issues, public health and world peace. In 1931, she was awarded the Noble Peace Prize.
5. Politics

1. Ad hominem- is a type of argument based on a person’s character or intelligence rather than his idea or argument. Ad hominem can be positive or negative and is consider a logical fallacies.
6. Science and Technology

1. Adaption- is the state or act to adapt to an environment to improved survival and multiply. Adaption is a key element in natural selection.  
7. Social Science-           

1. Alienation- the act of being an outsider.

801 Things you should know: Part 1

Hello reader:

Umm. Approximately two weeks ago I purchased a book called 801 Things you Should Know by David Olsen. I purchased this book because the introduction caught my attention. As a result, I will add new words in my vocabulary and yours. The book contains 100 words from 8 different subjects. Therefore, I will post one word per subject. 

1. Philosophy
1. Aesthetics- is a branch of philosophy of beauty and taste concern to nature or the creation of art.
2. History
1. Abolitionism- A movement to abolish slavery.
3. Business and Economics
1. Act of God- is an insurance definition referring to a clause that protect a party or parties from events that occur from a natural causes, such as damage from earthquakes, floods, hurricane, etc.
4. Art and Literature
1. Absalom, Absalom- is a 1936 novel by William Faulker. The novel tells the story of three different time periods, in which the authors describes the rise and fall of the plantation culture. According to NYT is the “greatest southern novel ever written.”
5. People and Culture
1. Aaron, Henry- One of the first African-American major league baseball players. Additionally, he surpassed Babe Ruth’s home run record.
6. Politics
1. Absolute Monarchy- a system of government in which a monarch powers are not limited by a constitution or by the law.
7. Science and Technology
1. Absolute Zero- 273 degree Celsius or 0 Kelvin. At this temperature molecular activity in a substance stops.
8. Social Science-           
1. Acculturation-  explains the process in which  a group takes on the social and cultural values, ideas and traits of another group.

Solar Impulse

My former teacher recently sent me a postcard about Solar Impulse. Since I did not know what Solar Impulse is, I made a quick research about it.

Here is the postcard:

Solar Impulse is a Swiss long-range, ultra-lightweight solar powered aircraft project.The aircraft accomplished its travel from coast to coast in the USA. The co-founders are Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg. To build this aircraft they had to incorporate knowledge in: material science, energy management and man-machine. According to the co-founder, the purpose of the aircraft is not to carry passengers but to send a message. The message they want to deliver is to change peoples minds about renewable energy. They feel people should be encouraged to use available technological solutions to protect the environment. Additionally, it can create jobs and open a new market. 

For more information click on the link: http://www.solarimpulse.com/

Welcome

Hello reader:

My nickname is Evo, which is my last name. This is my 1st blog.The reason for this blog is to share interesting articles and news that I read online or in a magazine.

Let me tell you a little about me. I currently graduated from Hudson County Community College. I received an AS in Engineering Science. Nevertheless, I will continue my education in Electrical or Computer engineering, or both in NJIT. Unfortunately as a result of personal issues, I have not choose what career path to follow.

Just in case you are curious why I am pursuing this career, my interest in engineering began when I was 11-12. My aunt and her husband work as Civil Engineers.  They took me to some construction projects they were working on, such as the remodeling of a house and a 30 floor building. Then when I stood in front of the remodeling house, I was excited about how my family planed and designed the house. After, my aunt showed me the software CAD, I was amazed by how a computer could show you a completed-design of the house. In that moment, I knew I wanted to be a civil engineer.

Later on, in High School, as you can see in my previous post, I built a robot. In addition, I also slightly help with the conversion of a gas car into an electrical car. Rather than houses, I became more interested in electrical hardware and computer software.

Since then my interest in science became apparent and continues to grow into one of my deepest passions.


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High School Robotics

When I was in HS back in 2011, I built a mechanical car/robot. Also, I designed the cad files using Solidworks.  -Evo

Hi, I am Evo's former teacher, Ron Grosinger.  I gave Evo this project of assembling this robot from parts.  He did 99% of it himself.  I really was to busy to give a step by step instruction.  I was so proud of him when he completed this himself.  He even created and assembled a CAD file with measured dimentions.  It was awesome.

Now Evo is an NJIT college student.  My does time fly by.  I think he will attempt to join a robotics club at NJIT.  If anybody needs a reference or letter of support for Evo, I can write it.  Contact me, Ron Grosinger at my email: Ron.Grosinger@gmail.com

Check out the videos!!!! on my public school web site:
http://www.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage.aspx?id=382620&xpage=800157