The glass model maker who ended up working for NASA

[Canopus]

Many years ago I was told a really interesting story. I don't know if the person had AS or even if the story is true.

 

A teenager was expelled from a secondary school for behavioural problems and consequently never got to sit his exams. He took up a interest in glassworking and started making models out of glass tubing. Eventually he went into business by selling models at various public events. He enjoyed what he did but the business didn't make much money. A few years later he was approached by somebody who had a relative working for NASA. A project at NASA required a skilled glassworker to make components for lasers and nobody suitable could be found anywhere in America. The customer was very impressed with the models and informed the model maker about NASA. The model maker then contacted NASA and provided information about his models. NASA was so impressed with the quality of workmanship that they ended up giving him a highly paid career making lasers.

 

Has anybody else encountered this story before?

[helenl53]

Hi Canopus - I haven't - but I am not surpised by this story.

[UltraMum]

Not heard the tale before ... wouldn't it be great if it is a true story!