A very special thanks to Adrian Bejan, Ph.D.
Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Pratt School of Engineering
Duke University
Developed the constructal theory of shape and structure in nature.
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Video Introduction
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The Complete Interview
Sample Lesson
Introduction
Introduction to Adrian Bejan
Early Interests
Coming to MIT
One Civilization
One Science
Origins of Science
Definition of Engineering
Definition of Design – Primacy of Images
Mechanical Engineering
Thermodynamics and MIT
Teaching and Writing in a Newly Emerging Field
What is Constructal Law?
Constructal Law 2 – The Plot Thickens and Becomes Simpler
Discovering the Constructal Principle
Non-determinism vs Principle
Different Configurations Shaped From Same Principle
Value of a Good Education – Flow Systems Beyond Thermodynamics
Applications - Computers
Urban Design – The Power of Science
Building Better Beams
No Limits to the Number of Applications
Taking the Drawing for Granted
The Few Among the Many Becoming Law
Paths of Least Resistance
The Search for a Unifying Principle
The Language has Changed
Is it Interesting?
Geography of Peace and Geography of Ideas
Finding Your Own Path
Get Good Grades
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