• Morris: Ship Building Competition

    January 27, 2024, South Pacific Ocean ⋅ 🌬 77 °F

    The challenge: Build a model ship using only natural and recycled material found on the ship. The two major requirements were that it had to support 6 full soda cans and that it had to float for at least 30 seconds.

    Our team consisted of an engineer (me), a manufacturing exec., and 2 accountants. We had a great time brainstorming, testing, and constructing the "ship." I am happy to report that it worked beautifully.

    But there was a problem (LOL). We didn't have an artistic bone between us, and on the day of judging, it just didn't look as good as some of the others. Oh well, back to the drawing board 😃.

    All in all, we had a great time, recruited a cheerleader to the team, and made some new friends. Who could ask for anything more.
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