Uncovering the Truth Behind Murphy's Law: Is There Science Behind it?

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Murphy's Law, often summarized as "anything that can go wrong will go wrong," is discussed in relation to its origins and implications. The law is attributed to Edward A. Murphy Jr., an engineer, and reflects a humorous yet realistic perspective on the unpredictability of life and human endeavors, particularly in engineering and project management. The discussion highlights that the law resonates with experiences of frustration and failure, suggesting it stems from the challenges faced when working with others. It emphasizes the inherent imperfections in both people and systems, indicating that the law serves as a reminder of the chaotic nature of reality rather than a scientific principle.
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who is Murphy and does his law actually touch upon anything scientific?
 
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Hope this answer your question
http://www.edwards.af.mil/history/docs_html/tidbits/murphy's_law.html

And the list is there
http://dmawww.epfl.ch/roso.mosaic/dm/murphy.html

If you do research, you will understand many of them.
 
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ok, I'm still lost as to where all of those come from it sounds like some pissed off computer engineer did.
 
Hey IanSmith,

I was doin' a bit of documentation and needed a few good Murphy's quotes...thanks for the links:smile:

Thanks,
Frank
 
Originally posted by einsteinian77
ok, I'm still lost as to where all of those come from it sounds like some pissed off computer engineer did.

Or from anybody else trying to get something done, especially if it involves other people. If you don't know where they come from, you haven't really lived!
 
Reflection of reality

Murphy's law - a funny way to simply say we live in a fallen and imperfect world.

One that is totally beyond our ability to save, control or even maintain.
 
end result: we are imperfect, and we will forever be.
 
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