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Mechanical Engineering 24, Section 1
Art and Science on Wheels (1 unit, P/NP)
Professor Benson Tongue
Wednesday 12:00-1:00, 201 Giannini Hall, CCN: 55803
This seminar will examine two devices near and dear to my heart—the automobile and the bicycle. Both of these have undergone a long history of change and innovation; both inspire passion in their users and both embody technical as well as artistic excellence. Some issues we will look at will be efficiency, alternative power sources, environmental impact, dynamics, aerodynamics and handling. Along the way we'll dispel some myths, and ideally people will leave with a deeper appreciation for what bicycles and cars truly represent. Enrollment is limited to twelve students.
Related website: http://bspace.berkeley.edu
Benson H. Tongue is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and has been a member of the faculty since 1988. His interests lie in the fields of vibrations, dynamics and controls, not to mention Scottish dancing, bicycling and bird watching. He is the author of Principles of Vibrations and Dynamics: Analysis and Design of Systems in Motion.
"Fun! Informative, interesting. Professor Tongue is funny!" - student in spring 2009 seminar
"This class exceeded the program goals by light years. This was my smallest class, which fostered a wonderful "at home" feeling." - student in spring 2009 seminar
"This course (ME 24) is really the most fun course I've taken by far. For those interested in automobiles at all, it's a thrilling introduction to the technical and quirky side of cars. Professor Tongue is amazing!" - student in Spring 2007 seminar
"I enrolled in this seminar to learn the basic technologies behind cars and bikes. My expectations were exceeded. Professor Tongue was incredibly knowledgeable about not only every basic component about cars and bikes, but all of the cutting edge technology as well. I learned a lot each day." - student in Fall 2006 seminar
"My expectations were definitely met and exceeded. In addition to learning a lot of great engineering facts, you learn how to convey them to others." - student in Fall 2006 seminar
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