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Evening Talk with Prof Limebeer on Motorcycles: the science, the folklore and going fast
University of PretoriaIntrepreneurial innovation drives new business creation and corporate innovation strengthens existing business. South Africa has identified innovation as crucial for job creation and to enhance its global competitiveness. A number of government grants and incentives have been established to encourage innovation through research and development. This seminar will provide an overview of the grants and […]
Evening Talk with Prof Limebeer on Motorcycles: the science, the folklore and going fast
University of PretoriaThe lecture will start with a brief review of the history of bicycle and motorcycle modelling. This will include such things as design evolutions, modelling developments and methodologies, and the importance of tyre and frame dynamics (especially for motorcycles). Some of the interesting control features of two-wheeled vehicles will also be discussed. The subtleties relating […]