James Hanna, Virginia Tech – The Physics of Whirling DervishesJames Hanna, Virginia Tech – The Physics of Whirling Dervishes

Scientific inspiration sometimes comes from strange places. James Hanna, professor of mechanics at Virginia Tech, is studying the physics of whirling dervishes. James Hanna is a mechanician interested in the dynamics of very flexible structures, such as ropes, chains, flags, leaves, and paper. Dr. Hanna is an assistant professor in the department of Engineering Science […]