News: Advanced Engineering & Materials
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UK Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills John Denham launched a White Paper to make the UK the best place in the world for innovation
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The UK actively supports research and development efforts in advanced engineering and materials, and has a long and proud history of innovation and excellence in this sector. The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is the UK Government's leading funding agency for research and training in this area. It invests more than $700 million (£378 million) a year in world-class research that forms the basis for future economic development in the UK and leads to improvements in health, personal well-being and lifestyle.
Smart Materials
"Smart" materials, or materials with the ability to react to their environment, are becoming increasing important as the UK aims to keeps its edge in high technology. This technology is in its infancy but has many promising future applications.+ Other Advanced Engineering & Materials websites
Superconductivity
The UK is a world leader in superconducting magnet production. Superconductivity has many uses, from high-resolution material and medical scanners to loss-free transmission of power.- The Superheroes of Materials Science : Published: 21 January 2021
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Aerospace & Automotive Engineering
In the past, economic activity tended to mean more pollution and wasteful use of resources. A damaged environment impairs quality of life and, at worst, may threaten long-term economic growth. And too many people have been left behind, excluded from the benefits of development but often suffering from the side effects. The UK seeks to develop and promote ways to achieve economic, social and environmental objectives at the same time, and consider the longer-term implications of decisions. Committed to improving the efficiency with which we use resources, UK government supports thriving cities, towns and villages based on strong economies, good access to services and attractive and safe surroundings. The UK also understands the importance of international cooperation to overcome environmental problems, allow trade to flourish, and help the world's poorest people as we move towards a more global society.- European Astronomers Say They Have Witnessed a Stellar Explosion Unfolding in Real Time : http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/5298726.stm
- A New Approach to Aircraft Design : Published: 21 January 2021
- Keeping UK Engineering Students in the Fast Lane : Tendo
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Ceramics & Composites
The UK is very active in ceramics and composites, and its developments in these areas support the indigenous aerospace and automotive industries in particular. Composites can reduce weight and provide strength and rigidity compared to traditional materials such as steel.