Randy Beikmann's guest appearances

Randy Beikmann

Cars Yeah

Speed Secrets Podcast

Spencer Pumpelly

Bill Thomas

James Colborn

Garth Stein

Mike Smith

Scot Elkins

Ryan Staub

Paul Tracy

Ross Bentley

Colin Braun

Brian Bohlander

Michael Zimicki

Samir Abid

Loni Unser

Rob Krider

OwlTail

Randy Beikmann joins me to talk about the ideal line – the one that results in the fastest lap times – something that he’s been modeling from a mathematical perspective, and then relating to real track driving. What he shares will give you a deeper understanding of why you drive the line you – or should drive the line you’re currently not!  Randy is a former engineer for General Motors, and currently teaches engineering at Kettering University. He’s written the super-important book, Physics for Gearheads – a must-have for anyone interested in understanding vehicle dynamics and driving at a deeper level. As important is the fact that he’s also a track rat who drives a Porsche Cayman in PCA events.  Randy’s Speed Secret: Power is not the end-all. Traction is more important.  You can purchase Randy’s Physics for Gearheads at Barnes &amp; Noble, or on Amazon.

Randy Beikmann joins me to talk about the ideal line – the one that results in the fastest lap times – something that he’s been modeling from a mathematical perspective, and then relating to real track driving. What he shares will give you a deeper understanding of why you drive the line you – or should drive the line you’re currently not!  Randy is a former engineer for General Motors, and currently teaches engineering at Kettering University. He’s written the super-important book, Physics for Gearheads – a must-have for anyone interested in understanding vehicle dynamics and driving at a deeper level. As important is the fact that he’s also a track rat who drives a Porsche Cayman in PCA events.  Randy’s Speed Secret: Power is not the end-all. Traction is more important.  You can purchase Randy’s Physics for Gearheads at Barnes &amp; Noble, or on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Physics-Gearheads-Introduction-Dynamics-Motorsports/dp/0837616158/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1546458276&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=physics+for+gearheads" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a>.

106 – Randy Beikmann: The Ideal Cornering Line

Randy Beikmann is an engineer who has spent decades using one passion, physics, to work on another, cars. His career including working in noise and vibration at the General Motors Milford Proving Grounds for over 30 years where he focused on the noise of engines, transmissions, and electric motors. He also loves to teach, helping to design and teach courses for other engineers. In 2015, Bentley Publishers published his first book, Physics for Gearheads. It combines both of his passions, explaining the physics that really makes cars tick. It is a book he wishes he’d had when he was a teenager. Randy received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan, and currently holds four patents.

Randy Beikmann is an engineer who has spent decades using one passion, physics, to work on another, cars. His career including working in noise and vibration at the General Motors Milford Proving Grounds for over 30 years where he focused on the noise of engines, transmissions, and electric motors. He also loves to teach, helping to design and teach courses for other engineers. In 2015, Bentley Publishers published his first book, Physics for Gearheads. It combines both of his passions, explaining the physics that really makes cars tick. It is a book he wishes he’d had when he was a teenager. Randy received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan, and currently holds four patents.

592: Randy Beikmann is an automotive engineer who's new book Physics for Gearheads is perfect for enthusiasts.