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SIR 47 Tamalpais-Luncheon Talk-White Elephant Technologies

  • McInnis Park Golf Club Restaurant 350 Smith Ranch Road San Rafael, CA, 94903 United States (map)

White Elephant Technology: An Entertaining Look at Unusual Inventions. From Jeeps that flew to tanks that shouldn’t; from a wave-powered boat that took forever to reach its destination to a jet-powered train that nearly shook itself apart, an entertaining look at WETech inventions which showcase an inventor’s talent for building something nobody asked for. This 45 minute presentation will be lavishly illustrated with rare photographs and brief film clips demonstrating that failure is not just entertaining, but has something important to teach us. For additional information or to make reservations contact: https://sir47.org/monthly-luncheon/

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