From jeeps that flew to tanks that shouldn’t; from a jet-powered train that nearly shook itself apart to a wave-powered boat that took forever to reach its destination—an entertaining look at unusual inventions that failed in the marketplace despite their innovative nature. Intended to inform, amuse and delight, this historical survey course will not only demonstrate how technology sometimes leads us astray but will have you shaking your head, wondering: “What in the world were they thinking?” Lavishly illustrated with photos and film clips, each of the 8 in-person, 90-minute classes will be broadcast live on Zoom and recorded for later viewing.