"Houston, We Have A Solution!": The True Story About How A 1968 Cadillac Saved The International Space Station

by Pete Maher

Overview

The deadline to Launch is approaching. If this problem isn't solved, Shuttles don't launch, the International Space Station construction stops, and the Astronauts have no way of getting supplies or rescue.

Houston, We Have a Solution is a compelling memoir of ingenuity, resilience, and the transformative power of hands-on problem-solving. Journey back to the 1980s as a young man learns invaluable lessons about mechanics, teamwork, and determination while restoring a 1968 Cadillac. What starts as a challenging hobby becomes the foundation for a career filled with creative problem-solving and technical excellence.

Fast forward to a critical moment in the aerospace industry: a space shuttle's launch hangs in the balance due to a component issue. Drawing from the same mechanical insights and troubleshooting skills he gained as a teenager, the author crafts a solution that prevents costly delays and helps keep the mission on track.

This book isn't just about fixing cars or saving space shuttles—it's about the importance of curiosity, persistence, and a willingness to tackle the unknown. Through engaging stories and real-life examples, the author highlights how lessons learned in unexpected places can have life-altering impacts.

Key Themes:

- The value of hands-on experience and learning through doing.
- Problem-solving as an art, combining technical knowledge with creativity.
- How early challenges can shape a lifetime of success.
- A behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of aerospace innovation.

Whether you're an engineer, a leader, or someone who loves stories of overcoming the odds, Houston, We Have a Solution will inspire you to view problems as opportunities and remind you that the solutions to life's biggest challenges often start with small, humble beginnings.

Order your copy today and discover the story of how a 1968 Cadillac became the unexpected catalyst for a moment of aerospace triumph!

Product Details

BN ID:	2940184750538
Publisher:	Pete Maher
Publication date:	11/25/2024
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	906 KB

About the Author

Pete has over thirty years of management and Continuous Improvement experience and a proven track record as a successful strategist, change agent, Program, and Operations executive. He has extensive training and experience in the Danaher Business System, Toyota Production System, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and Project Management. Pete has a degree in Manufacturing Technology and Management from the Illinois Institute of Technology. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, has a certification in Project Management, and was an ASE certified mechanic.

Pete began his career in 1985 as an assembler and progressed in different environments and leadership roles. He has worked primarily in the Aerospace Industry, building mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems, but also worked in other Industrial Equipment sectors.

He is an avid aviation fan and was an amateur pilot. Pete also loves motorcycles and enjoys riding with his son, brother, and friends. He is happiest when getting his hands greasy in the garage.

Pete is hands-on, has a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, and is motivated by an intense desire to make things better. He offers private Lean Consulting to select organizations and businesses. Pete has a proven track record of saving millions of dollars in cost and organizing factory layouts and processes for optimum throughput and efficiency. Pete believes in the manufacturing might of the Free Enterprise System and knows how to make companies competitive in a global market—both in and out of orbit.

Editorial Reviews

I found this to be a captivating and delightful story about how experiences we have growing up shape our outlook and our development. Being a Chicago native, I particularly loved the Chicago references and how much he loved his car growing up. Very relatable themes. It's an easy read and I found I could dip in and out of it easily which is important to me because I don't always have time to read 50 pages in one sitting! Really fun read. Highly recommend!

Amazon - Elevate Match

Interesting and amusing stories. Brings back fond memories of similar experiences from childhood. Highly recommend.

Amazon - Gabriel Szekely

Enjoyed this quick read with the author's relatable personal stories and keen problem-solving insights. I appreciated the author's gratitude for childhood opportunities and how they helped him form professional and life skills. Hope to see more from this author.

Amazon - Daniel Foley

This is an inspiring story of a young man's relentless curiosity on how things work and the desire to fix things despite obstacles and despite inexperience. As his experience and confidence grew throughout those formative years, it thankfully carried on to his adult life. The significant impact that Pete made as an adult were the result of the character building moments as a teenager. I highly recommend this engaging and pleasurable book.

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