(Evolution from older things like wooden rims and rod brakes to modern double wall aluminum rims with disc brakes is a major improvement, and it is neat to see ideas between)
There were too many car exhibits to talk about here, but they all showed a definite flow from the early self-propelled wagon sorts into more modern cars.
There was also a neat section on passenger rail, both more broadly and with specifics like how their third rail ended up being the way it is.
William, that museum looks so cool! As a nonengineer, I typically have no idea what you guys are ever talking about, but going on this trip has demonstrated the importance of engineering and design on major world inventions, as well as how those designs served to influence world events. The transportation museum that you went to is a perfect encapsulation of how little changes make major strides in technology, and more than anything else, this trip has shown me just how little I know and given me an inspiration to learn so much more. That looks like a super cool museum!
ReplyDeleteHi William, I wanted to check out this satellite part of the Deutsches museum but I didn’t have time. The photos definitely make it seem worth the trip though! I’d love to talk to you more about seeing some photos from the automotive and transportation sections if you have them!
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