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manny4life:
That is the only thing I could call it because it's no invention, let truth be told. Well then, since you acknowledge that it isn't innovation and obviously NOT invention, but a demonstration of engineering principles (which i don't know what to call), then it is what it is. No one is bragging or has bragged they could do better, what everyone's opinion is at least from what I understand is that this is nothing less but less average idea which has absolutely no usefulness and hence cannot be classified as innovation nor invention.

sheyguy:

U don't invent something by mistake, Nigeria has not undertaken such a task or set such targets for herself.I don't think it is normal to claim a victory or upper hand when your so called opponents are not even aware u are trying to outperform them. Comparing biafran innovation (a feat well below average) to one Nigeria never really attempted is mean.


It is funny how NLders have misinterpreted the topic, the work of this prof in question is not meant to look standard it is suppose to demonstrate something quite simple to understand, that he can apply his knowledge to design a basic four-wheel vehicle that can reverse like normal cars, he has simply demonstrated that by building it not minding how ugly it looks. looking closely at his work there is something like a tank inside the strucure/main body NLders have misinterpreted that too. it is not suppose to be or armoured vehicle.

manny4life:
Again, what part of this AUTONOV is an innovation (NOT INVENTION)?

The truck obviously ain't innovation let alone invention, so we are left with the mechanical concept of reverse movement that's the innovation? I mean is that the basis of this argument? Like seriously, let's break this concept down piece-by-piece so we can better understand what is it exactly that involves the innovation. The reverse movement has been a locomotive technology dated back in the 19th and 20th century, so transferring it to a car or truck is where the innovation is? Please, break it down for us.

Where did i call it an innovation like u claimed?

I said a demonstration of principle(s) (of engineering), we all know the attitude of Nigerians they hardly believe until they see. i think this man has done a perfect job. most of the pple bragging here on Nairaland ask if they have ever fabricated the simplest of mechanical components like Bolt, Nut, or spanner. if yes let them tell us how easy it was cost-wise and effort-wise, maybe u will then appreciate the job of the prof. arggghhh!!!!! . . . . . .  .Nairalander i fear una oh!!!!!!

ak47mann:
so calling it imitation of land mine or what ever but biafran scientist invented it so what have Nigeria with 100million people  have they invented any thing in their life? even ogbunigbe is way too advanced for nigeria,and don't talk about boko haram bomb-makers cos now with internet u can search on how to make bomb.Compare that to them days in 60s our scientist was on ground in their lab in enugu manufacturing bombs and tanks

manny4life:
None of the posts on here has indeed indicated that it's supposed to flashy but at least up to "PAR" per standards. A prototype? I'm no Engineer by profession but if you're Boeing Defense Company and your customer (United States Department of Defense) says you should unveil a prototype weapon, brother, you better have had that weapon ready for its designed use. [size=14pt]A prototype just means a model of a machine to test an idea or concept.[/size] Therefore, how can you practically test your prototype without first telling us its design in uses in theory or plain language?

On the other hand, Ogbunigwe wasn't a prototype though I wasn't even born in the war, it was a weapon of which if Nigeria had set her priorties straight, now that will make a perfect model for a standard prototype for weapons during R&. If you ask someone before they designed the War-Firecracker as you put it, what is it used for? The answer s plain and simple; it's a local made missile used for offensive attack. Now ask someone what is Autunov used for? There is no clear cut defined use for this vehicle but it having the capability of running in two direction IS NOT an ability but a feature.

In other words, you define your mission and objective before embarking on an engineering feat and NOT the other way around; embarking on the feat before defining your mission and objective. Either way, for an idea back in 1970, I still have to give it to the man though --- He tried.

Beaf:
This is the Autonov. It is one of those "inventions" that will never ever find use.

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/45/AUTONOV_1.JPG

nakedall:
Shame on those that condemn Pa Awo principle on free education, this is another evidence that Pa Awo brought a lasting peace to this social disease.

AjanleKoko:
@OP,
They pay just about what I'm thinking you're worth

Beaf:
What are you talking about sir?
Illiteracy in the core-North is Nigeroia's biggest security risk. I have been banging that same thing for years now on NL; without rampant illiteracy, there would be no boko haram.

IDeyMAJE:
#ignorant.

otokx:
Rigging cannot take place except with the connivance of the local people in the community so please stop disturbing us. Fish would not leave the water and come to rig on land where human beings stay. Your people sold their mandate and helped put him now you want to disturb us. SHAME on you; please enjoy the fresh air you voted.

asha 80:
i will simply ignore the bolded

i still repeat you do not know what you are saying.do you know the number of non igbos going about their business there?what do you mean by hostile?let me tell you something you do not know the average igbo guy in the east does not give a rat Bottom about you there (if that is what you mean by hostile then you are right) as far as he is 'on top of his game'.you will have a problem if go the east to engage in business the eastern guys are in simply because they are extremely competitive and will most likely run you out of business.it is like igbo guy going to ibadan to compete with those guys there in taxi business or going to the north to do bureau de change

if you go there and engage yourself in a business they are generally not into you will rake in money(like the yoruba taxi guys in onitsha and enugu axis and hausas in livestock and bureau de change) and nobody cares about you simple.

asha 80:
and if you cannot understand that you are talking rubbish about a lagosian not 'easily' settling in the east if he wants to then you are a knucklehead.like i said stop displaying your ignorance because it is annoying

PointB:
Ignorance is bliss my friend. It is not compulsory to post on Nairaland or political section for that matter, if you dont have an idea what the topic is about.
I am really tired of tutoring you lot. I will do you a favour since you don't know how to use google.

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asha 80:
sheguy please keep your ignorance in check

otokx:
I'm tired of all these complaints from my delta brothers; is it not you guys that voted Uduaghan in? Did you not see what ROCHAS did to an incumbent? Why did OGBORU not do the same? Please manage the situation until the guy end his tenure. Next time you shine eye; also bayelsa people take note.