Engineering students at the University of Birmingham will soon have access to new robotics, autonomous systems and advanced manufacturing facilities as part of a £4.4 million government investment aimed at strengthening the UK's defence skills pipeline. The funding comes from the Ministry of Defence and Department for Education and forms part of a wider £80 million programme … [Read more...] about £4.4m investment to expand engineering skills at University of Birmingham
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University of Sheffield opens advanced composites research centre
Making aircraft lighter is only part of the challenge facing aerospace manufacturers. The other is finding ways to build increasingly complex composite structures quickly enough to meet growing demand. A new research facility at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) has been established to help tackle both. The £54 million Composites at … [Read more...] about University of Sheffield opens advanced composites research centre
Imperial engineers develop faster-degrading latex for balloons
Researchers at Imperial College London have developed a modified latex material for balloons that is designed to break down more quickly after disposal while retaining the strength, elasticity and performance of conventional products. Developed by the Department of Chemical Engineering, the material aims to reduce the environmental impact of discarded balloons by improving … [Read more...] about Imperial engineers develop faster-degrading latex for balloons
New Cambridge laboratory aims to cut engineering development from years to weeks
Developing new aerospace technologies is rarely a quick process. A promising idea can spend years moving through design, manufacture and testing before engineers know whether it is viable, with each stage depending on the last. The result is a development cycle that can stretch over many years, slowing the introduction of new technologies and increasing costs. The University … [Read more...] about New Cambridge laboratory aims to cut engineering development from years to weeks
Cambridge engineering alumnus co-founds AI imaging start-up
A University of Cambridge engineering graduate has co-founded a deep-tech start-up using artificial intelligence to improve image reconstruction across medicine, science and industry. Andrew Wang, who studied Information and Computer Engineering as part of his Master of Engineering (MEng) degree, is now chief technology officer and co-founder of Paris-based Blur Labs. The … [Read more...] about Cambridge engineering alumnus co-founds AI imaging start-up