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world. Challenge. The world is subject to ever-changing challenges and opportunities. Whether we look at energy, climate change, ageing population, economic re-growth or a myriad of other big issues,

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Not only for the large number of researchers involved to test their research ideas and developments at full-scale, but so that a legacy is left for future researchers to test

In a team of six, build and test an autonomously guided vehicle from a box of components.

society and to economic growth.

The contractor’s options were to excavate and dispose of the existing piles or load-test them to verify their integrity and capacity, and then re-use them as part of

15 Feb 2023. Three PhD students from the Institute for Manufacturing, successfully facilitated a public live session at the recent World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos.

Thus, the engine noise coming from combustion sources can become an important differentiator for gas turbine manufacturers with potential economic implications.

Through the MPhil program in engineering for sustainable development, I hope to evolve my understanding of the complex environmental, social, and economic challenges that face engineers in industry. ... I hope to help create a self-sustainable energy

CCG is about providing the right evidence at the right time on how developing countries can respond best to the low-carbon transition against a backdrop of COVID-19 economic recovery ... and rapidly transforming technological and economic landscapes in

01 Feb 2006. Economic development, increasing global linkages, and continuously declining airfares have made air travel the sector of fastest growth amongst all transportation modes.

Further, Alex took initiative in creating a London Power Tunnels ‘tracker’ that provided weekly updates on inspection test plans and gave indications about the quality of input.

This third zero-gravity campaign will test an advanced device at higher technology readiness level, as a further step towards space applications. ... In June, the Graphene Flagship will test graphene in a sounding rocket campaign, which will be held in

Test flights for the project took place at the Sywell Aerodrome, near Northampton. ... These tests consisted of a series of ‘hops’ along the runway, followed by longer evaluation flights at a height of over 1,500 feet.

01 Dec 2022. The Cambridge Graphene Centre (CGC) is part of a joint effort to test graphene on the Moon.

quantum computing and quantum communications can best be translated into increased productivity and economic growth. ... focus on new technologies like quantum is essential to enhance productivity and contribute to economic growth.

25 Oct 2023. In a recent article published in Nature Chander Velu, Professor of Innovation and Economics at the IfM, explores the potential impact of quantum computing on growth and productivity.

It's great to see students throwing their mobile phones in the air after the lecture to test the law of conservation of angular momentum," he says.

The research team have recently received a donation by Instron of a universal testing machine, which will be used to assist with these tests.

It was fabulous to see families using some basic engineering principles to design, build and test a rocket car - and also have lots of fun. ... Summing up the Rocket Car Derby Joy said, "It was fabulous to see families using some basic engineering

Flight tests using the existing Lazair airframe will continue, to characterise and develop the electric propulsion system, although substantial increases in the flight duration and range can only be achieved through

The hope is that, in the future, it will revolutionize industries and stimulate economic growth.

Participants attend courses in a particular subject area (Biology, Economics, Engineering, Physics, English, Law or Mathematics) to gain a taste of first year university level study.

An earthquake shaker to build, test and crash their structures. A display about how microchips are made, including silicon crystals and microchip wafers. ... A wind tunnel to test 3D printed shapes for their aerodynamic properties.

A number of breath analysis tests are currently in the research and development phase, most of which use mass spectrometry or lasers to analyse the breath for specific compounds. ... These tests can only detect a small range of compounds however, meaning

In the second, they were able to test it and delighted to find it fit for the job.

19 Jan 2024. The University of Cambridge and Imperial College London are to launch a new joint venture to deliver admissions tests for science, engineering and mathematics-based degree courses.

Assessing bridge strength. Dr Campbell Middleton has just secured funding for a project to investigate the effectiveness and economic benefits of a new technique for assessing the load carrying capacity of

Having a personalised Digital Twin – the Digital Patient –to test treatments and simulate different scenarios brings the possibility of personalised and proven medical intervention. ... Rolls-Royce uses digital technology to design and test engines

One of the primary uses of Wilkes is as a test bed for the development of a computing platform for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA). ... For example, the system will be used to design and test jet engines, design new drugs to fight cancer, and examine

Dr Andrew Flewitt uses collaboration with industrial partners as a “value test” to direct his work and as a stimulus for new questions.

21 Dec 2020. Researchers have developed a way to use a simple home aroma diffuser to test whether N95 and other types of sealing masks, are properly fitted.

Zero-gravity: graphene for space applications. The Cambridge Graphene Centre has begun a programme to test the viability of graphene for space applications. ... This initial experiment will test the viability of graphene-enabled devices for space

26 Apr 2023. Owlstone Medical, co-founded by alumnus Billy Boyle, has experienced trial success for its liver disease breath test, following a study involving patients from Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

Occhipinti, Director of Research in Graphene and Related Technologies, discusses potential applications of graphene in point-of-care tests.

report. 12 May 2021. Bamboo cricket bats are stronger, offer a better ‘sweet spot’ and deliver more energy to the ball than those made from traditional willow, tests showed.

A major challenge lies in the process of determining technical feasibility without demonstrating preliminary function and early test data. ... He believes that this stage offers the biggest potential to test concept viability, establish whether the

InterAct is a £4.4 million, Made Smarter Innovation-funded, Economic and Social Research Council-led network that aims to bring together economic and social scientists, UK manufacturers and digital technology

In tests, the car has  exceeded 70 miles per hour with a predicted top speed of 87 miles per hour. ... Once released, the vehicle enters a new period of testing. Safety plans have to be submitted, driver turnaround times perfected, and the car undergoes

The event started positively for the team, passing scrutineering and tilt test with no problems and producing improved results in the static events compared to last year. ... This work was validated last weekend, with some time on a rolling road

25 Oct 2023. In a recent article published in Nature Chander Velu, Professor of Innovation and Economics at the IfM, explores the potential impact of quantum computing on growth and productivity.

Russ MacMillan won The GKN Award for the Best Mechanical Engineering Student, judged by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, for 'Analysis and Automation of a DEFRA Blood Test Programme'.

The IfM was established in 1998 with the aim of linking education, research and practice and engineering, management and economics with a strong industrial orientation.

Research Areas: Interdisciplinary, behavioural incentive, sustainability, economics, quantitative.

Today (14th July), Formula 1 is announcing the Formula 1 Engineering Scholarships, for ten students from underrepresented groups including ethnic minorities, women, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

This professorship presents an extraordinary opportunity to address how we define and develop the innovation skills and capabilities of engineers so they can address economic and social needs. ... has become critical for the UK given the current global

Technology we take for granted, including: Concorde ‘droop’ nose design, the microchips developed by ARM that now power 90% of the world’s mobile phones, and the pregnancy test.

19 Sep 2017. The Cambridge Graphene Centre has begun a programme to test the viability of graphene for space applications.

During an eight-week A/B split test with a retailer, Magnum’s hero images led to a sales increase of 24%.".

15 Feb 2023. Three PhD students from the Institute for Manufacturing, successfully facilitated a public live session at the recent World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos.