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The IMechE regularly webcasts lectures which are hosted at our London headquarters.
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The following lectures are free to view on Playitback now:
Reducing Carbon Emission: Can the Automobile make a Positive Contribution
Automobile Division Chairman's Address 2010
14 October 2010
In his Chariman's Address lecture, Professor Peter White, Associate Dean, Coventry University examines technical innovation, energy sources, trends in vehicle ownership and socio-economic behaviour.
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The New Bentley Mulsanne - The Pinnacle of British Motoring
27 May 2010
Dr Ulrich Eichhorn's lecture covers the history and heritage behind the Bentley Mulsanne, including the interior and exterior design processes, the engineering development story and the key technical features.
Duration 1 hr 30 mins
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What Has Formula One Ever Done for Us? Automobile Division Chairman's Address 2009
01 October 2009
Jon Hilton has spent more than 17 years working in the area of motorsport. With a background in engine design he rose to become Chief Engineer of the Formula One engine programme at Cosworth Racing and Technical Director – Engine Division at the Renault F1 Team. Now running his own engineering business developing flywheel based automotive hybrid technology Jon will show how F1 techniques can be applied to speed development, encourage innovation, deliver complex projects on time and make a profit.
Duration 1 hr 15 mins
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Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation Lecture - The History of Another Dimension - 50 Years of Bentley's V8 Engine
22 January 2009
Dr Ulrich Eichhorn’s lecture covers the original design and development of the Bentley V8 engine, from its introduction in 1959 through to its present day form in the newly launched Bentley Brooklands coupe.
Duration: 1 hr 19 mins
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Engineering the Future in a Climate of Change - Automobile Chairman's Address 2008
10 December 2008
Climate change challenges automotive engineers. In this lecture Prof. Richard Folkson discusses energy alternatives and look at automotive solutions and opportunities.
Duration: 1 hr 48 mins
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Feeding the Tigers - Automobile Division Chairman's Address 2007
18 December 2007
Terry Spall examined the influence the UK has had over the formative years of the 'tiger' economies of China and India, considering scenarios to be faced when they eventually come of age.
Duration: 1 hr 37 mins
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