Engineering Solutions For Humanity's Greatest Challenges

Join us as we explore the complex challenges of "wicked problems" with Guru Madhavan, renowned engineer and author of "Wicked Problems: How to Engineer a Better World." We uncover the fascinating story of Edwin Link, a pioneer who revolutionised aviation engineering with the invention of the first mechanical flight simulator. Guru Madhavan shares his insights on how historical and socio-cultural contexts shape engineering solutions, and highlights the critical role of systems engineering in tackling complex challenges that require a multifaceted approach.

Tune in for engaging stories, expert insights, and a fresh perspective on the power of engineering to create positive change.

Chapters -
00:00:00 - 00:01:28 Episode introduction
00:01:28 - 00:05:35 Mukesh and Guru share their experience at JLF
00:05:35 - 00:24:00 What are wicked problems; its characteristics, examples, and challenges?
00:24:00 - 00:37:20 How did Edwin Link revolutionise aviation engineering as we know it today?
00:37:20 - 00:42:10 What did Edwin Link work on after aviation?
00:42:10 - 00:51:45 What are the wicked problems in aviation?
00:51:45 - 00:54:40 What examples from history that solve for wicked problems?
00:54:40 - 00:58:10 What disasters in history led to modern day maintenance and safety standards?
00:58:10 - 01:00:45 What goal does Guru aim to achieve with his latest book?
01:00:45 - 01:03:13 How does engineering need to evolve with modern technologies and AI?
01:03:13 - 01:04:55 Concluding today's episode

Resource List -
Wicked Problems: How to Engineer a Better World, Book by Guru Madhavan - https://amzn.in/d/5Yx6Rxs
Applied Minds - How Engineers Think, Book by Guru Madhavan - https://amzn.in/d/5GMOzNn
What are Wicked Problems? -
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked_problem
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/wicked-problem/about/What-is-a-wicked-problem
https://www.resonanceglobal.com/blog/the-characteristics-of-wicked-problems#:~:text=In%202023%2C%20the%20term%20'wicked,certainly%20a%20'wicked%20problem'.
About Edwin Link -
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edwin_Albert_Link
https://www.simulationinformation.com/hall-of-fame/members/edwin-albert-link/
More about the Link's 'Link Trainer' -
https://www.nasflmuseum.com/link-trainer.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Link_Trainer
https://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Visit/Museum-Exhibits/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/196852/link-trainer/
https://rastek.com/the-worlds-first-commercially-built-flight-simulator-the-link-trainer-blue-box/
More about Chaplin Airlines -
https://www.islapedia.com/index.php?title=Chaplin_Airlines,_Santa_Catalina_Island
https://www.laalmanac.com/transport/tr707.php#google_vignette
Read about Philosophy and Engineering -
https://hbr.org/2024/04/why-engineers-should-study-philosophy
https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/144214599.pdf
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/269921583_Philosophy_of_Engineering_What_It_Is_and_Why_It_Matters
Read more about the Great Molasses Flood - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Molasses_Flood
https://www.history.com/news/great-molasses-flood-science

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