Quote by Robert J. Marks II

Science packages theory, places it on a throne, and honors and protects it much like a queen. Engineers make the queen come down from the throne and scrub the floor. And if she doesn't work, we fire her.

Science packages theory, places it on a throne, and honors a

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between the role of theory in science and engineering. In science, theories are highly regarded, protected, and deemed essential, hereby being akin to a queen on a throne. On the other hand, engineers have a more practical approach - they prioritize implementation and results. They challenge theories and bring them into reality by putting them to work. If a theory fails to become functional, engineers will discard it, emphasizing their inclination towards practicality over mere theoretical elegance.

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By Robert J. Marks II

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