“I don’t spend my time pontificating about high-concept things; I spend my time solving engineering and manufacturing problems.”@elonmusk https://t.co/qzaPy1471G ...

Core Argument - Humor is essential for maintaining humanity in an increasingly artificial world, offering a unique connection that AI cannot replicate [13][41] - Humor can be taught and developed, not solely reliant on innate talent, providing a means to solve midlife crisis [10][12] Humor Definition & Structure - Humor is defined as the juxtaposition of two ideas with a bridge connecting them [14][40] - The speaker outlines several "sierras of humor" or laughter triggers, including surprise, incongruity, embarrassment, recognition, release, ambiguity, superiority, and configurational humor [17][39] Practical Application of Humor - The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate each laughter trigger, providing examples of how to apply these principles in real-life situations [1][37] - Understanding and utilizing humor can enhance communication and build stronger relationships [13][26] Engineering Perspective - Engineering principles of breaking down problems can be applied to understanding and creating humor [11] - Configurational humor relies on inside jokes and shared knowledge within specific groups, such as engineers [38][39]

Parkinson's Disease & Engineering Solutions - Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disease impacting movement, specifically causing freezing of gait [2] - Freezing of gait leads to falls, loss of independence, and fractures [3] - Engineering solutions, such as a small stimulus, could potentially prevent freezing of gait [3] - A key challenge is overcoming the stigma associated with assistive devices [4] - Adoption of external technology and regulatory hurdles are significant considerations [5] - The development of a biocompatible device is crucial [5] Vibration Device & Patient Outcomes - A small wearable device was developed to address freezing of gait using gentle pulses of vibration [5][6] - A retired colonel with Parkinson's disease regained his mobility and independence through the use of the device [6] - Gentle vibration can reset the compass, restoring mobility and independence [7]

The engineering is working at last, but the schedule is still a fantasy https://t.co/oNaa0pzKJw ...

A vast chamber has been gouged out of the Earth. More than half a kilometre underground in southern China is a 12-storey-high sphere made from steel and plexiglass https://t.co/krjZjYwyE4 ...

General Observation - The document suggests that engineering is perceived as something extraordinary or magical [1]

Engineering is magic https://t.co/cUKTKq6SLH ...

.@theXtakeover Sandy Munro @teardowntitan: Engineering the future of EVs w/ @GfilcheJoin us for an unfiltered, high-voltage conversation with legendary automotive engineer Sandy Munro. Known for his brutally honest teardown insights and deep knowledge of manufacturing, Sandy will share his candid take on Tesla’s engineering evolution, how legacy automakers are struggling to keep up, and what’s really under the hood of today’s EVs. Expect bold opinions, sharp technical insights, and a look at where vehicle d ...

Geopolitical Analysis - China's governance, led by engineers, excels in construction, while the US, led by lawyers, excels in rule-making [1]

General Observation - Engineering is considered transformative [1]