Robert “Smitty” Smith has always had a knack for conceptual understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and sharing that knowledge with his engaging and entertaining style. Check out all the videos Smitty has created over the years, supporting thousands of students and motorsports enthusiasts!
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Intro to Racecar Engineering
by “Smitty & the Professor”
A series of videos created for students participating in Formula SAE collegiate racecar competition projects.
01 – Getting Started
02 – Weight & Balance
03 – Strength & Stiffness
04 – Chassis Design
05 – Suspension Design
06 – Shock Absorbers
07 – More on Suspensions
08 – Springs
09 – Steering
10 – Caster
11 – King Pin Inclination
12 – Toe & Camber
13 – Tires
14 – Transmission
15 – Electronic Fuel Injection
16 – Performance Ideals
17 – Team Don’ts
18 – Team Do’s
19 – Smitty’s Library
Manufacturing Basics for Engineering
by UCI Media
A series of practical metalworking videos created for students entering the field of engineering.
Basic MIG Welding
Advanced MIG Welding
Hand Tools
Soldering
Metal Forming (pt. 1)
Metal Forming (pt. 2)
Cutting, Filing, Grinding & Fitting for Welding
Measurements & Layouts
Fasteners
Internal Combustion Engines
by Red Baron Racing
Video series that dive deeply into topics of internal combustion.
Poppet Valves
The Purpose
Form & Function
Materials & Trade-Offs
Power Limitations
Innovations during WWII
Specifications
Basic Valve Job Steps
Multi-Angle Valve Job
Valve Seat Grinding vs. Cutting
Hand Lapping Supplies
Hand Lapping Procedure
Leak Test with Gasoline