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Innovation in aerospace and energy starts with the right foundation. Our Thermal Power and Propulsion MSc is designed for aspiring engineers to gain advanced knowledge, practical skills, and industry connections. In this blog, Dr. Uyioghosa Igie explains what makes this programme unique and how it prepares students for global leadership roles in aerospace and energy. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/ets6P3vB #AerospaceEngineering #ThermalPower #Cranfield

Hybrid Rocket System Presentation Mechanical Engineering Senior Steven Dipani and Professor Dustin Birch recently represented Weber State at the University Consortium for Applied Hypersonics Forum 2024 in Alexandria, Virginia. Steven presented at the student poster section on behalf of Dr. Birch’s research team currently working to develop a hybrid rocket system used to evaluate high-temperature materials. The high-temperature materials testbed is sponsored by the WSU College of Engineering, Applied Science, and Technology as well as the Miller Advanced Research & Solutions (MARS) center. Aerospace vehicles that fly at hypersonic velocities (Mach Numbers greater than 5) experience very hot air temperatures around the vehicle due to atmospheric friction. These high temperatures require advanced materials to allow the vehicle to survive in that extreme environment. This important research is working to bring these advanced material systems to operational maturity.

💡Alumni Spotlight 🎓 Vanderbilt University mechanical engineering 🔬 alumna, Rachel Carter, is pioneering advancements in battery safety at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL). Her research focuses on developing next-generation battery chemistries that are both inherently safe and free from reliance on costly, complex international supply chains. 🌍🔧 “We need newer types of batteries to alleviate the demand on critical materials,” she says. “Using materials that are globally abundant, nontoxic, and friendly to humans and the environment is a really exciting proposition.” 🌱🔋 Read the full article from Chemical & Engineering News, here: https://lnkd.in/eB5Gs5uV

A discussion about competing clocks in academia. Take a listen and share your thoughts with us, particularly if you are on tenure track and thinking about having children. Pania Newell Kim Michelle Lewis Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of Utah Howard University #tenuretrack

Today, I had the privilege of attending the Aerospace Systems and Thinking Systems Engineering, hosted by Infinity Systems Engineering LTD. at the University of the West of England, alongside my colleague Nicholas Buckley. The event featured a guest lecture Rishi Thaker. The guest lecturer provided a wealth of insights into systems thinking and design concepts, with a particularly enlightening demonstration of how the engineer’s lifecycle is integrated into project perception. This holistic approach emphasized the importance of structured methodologies throughout the development process. One of the key takeaways for both myself and Nic was the immense value of systems design and multidisciplinary collaboration in tackling complex engineering challenges. #Systems #SystemsEngineering #AerospaceSystems

🔬✨ Discover C-MAST: Pioneering Research Center in Mechanical and Aerospace Science! ✨🔬 We are excited to share a promotional video that highlights the objectives, missions, and organization of C-MAST (Center for Mechanical and Aerospace Science and Technology)! 🎥 At C-MAST, we are dedicated to advancing the frontiers of mechanical and aerospace engineering through cutting-edge research and innovation. Our center is organized into two main research groups: 🚀 AeroMaS – Aerospace Materials and Structures *Dynamics and control of aerospace systems *Multifunctional (nano)composites and structures *Sustainability, production and technological innovation ⚙️💡 EnerMeF – Energy and Mechanics of Fluids *Fluid mechanics and green propulsion systems *Heat transfer and thermal systems *Magneto/Electro/Plasma dynamics and active flow control Our mission is to develop innovative solutions and technologies that address the challenges of today and tomorrow. Through our interdisciplinary approach, we aim to contribute significantly to the fields of aerospace and mechanical engineering. 📺 Watch our video to learn more about our research initiatives and projects: https://lnkd.in/dh5-52Rm 🌐 For more information, visit our website: https://aerospace.ubi.pt/ 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more updates on our groundbreaking research and exciting projects! #CMAST #AerospaceEngineering #MechanicalEngineering #Research #Innovation #Technology #Sustainability #EnergyOptimization #Science #Engineering

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 I am thrilled to announce the successful completion of our groundbreaking project addressing two critical challenges in aerospace engineering: mitigating outgassing issues and tackling aerodynamic heating in reentry heat shielding vehicles. Our team has worked tirelessly to overcome these obstacles, and I am proud to share a detailed report outlining our innovative solutions. 🚀 Project Overview: The project aimed to develop advanced techniques to address the outgassing problem prevalent in spacecraft components and to enhance the aerodynamic heating performance of reentry heat shielding vehicles. By leveraging cutting-edge research and practical applications, we have made significant strides in advancing the field of aerospace engineering. 🔍 Technical Insights: Our approach involved a comprehensive analysis of material properties, thermal dynamics, and aerodynamic principles. Through meticulous experimentation and simulation, we identified novel materials with low outgassing properties and optimized heat shielding designs to withstand extreme temperatures during reentry. 💡 Special Thanks: I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Elaya Perumal and Dr. Amit Thakur sir for their invaluable guidance and mentorship throughout this project. Their expertise has been instrumental in shaping our research direction and achieving remarkable results. Additionally, I express my sincere appreciation to LPU School of Mechanical Engineering for fostering an environment of innovation and providing resources essential for our success. 🌟 Quote of Inspiration: As we celebrate this milestone, let us remember the words of Albert Einstein: "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." This project exemplifies our ability to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and advancement in aerospace technology. 📝 Detailed Report: For those interested in delving deeper into the technical intricacies of our project, I invite you to explore our comprehensive report, which outlines step-by-step methodologies, experimental results, and future prospects. Feel free to reach out for access to the full document. 🌐 Stay Connected: I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead as we continue to push the boundaries of aerospace engineering. Let's stay connected and explore more avenues for innovation and collaboration. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this project. Together, we are propelling the future of space exploration! #AerospaceEngineering #Innovation #Research #Gratitude #Success #SpaceTechnology

This achievement reflects a commitment to excellence and a deep interest in the field of aerospace engineering.

The MSc Advanced Materials: Engineering and Industrial Applications team at Cranfield University had the pleasure of welcoming Dr Richard Grainger, Chief Technology Officer at High Temperature Material Systems to campus this week! He gave an insightful guest lecture on “Applications and Manufacturing of Ceramic Matrix Composites.” “Ceramics have a lot of desirable properties for high performance engineering applications: temperature and chemical resistance, high strength and stiffness, hardness and creep-resistance. However, they are very difficult to engineer with due to a major material characteristic, brittle failure!” Richard spoke about how ceramic matrix composites are solving this problem, and where these materials are finding uses in next-generation engineering applications across green transport, energy, motorsport and aerospace. #composites #ceramics #CMCs #advancedmaterials #sustainability #aerospace #greenenergy #transport #motorsport

Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Delft University of Technology, have signed a master research agreement (MRA) enabling bilateral collaboration across a range of sustainable aviation research opportunities, including advanced materials, hydrogen propulsion, advanced manufacturing, and industrial design. “Collaboration between RTX engineers and university research institutions plays an important role in developing our understanding of emerging technologies while also supporting the next generation of talent that will drive our industry forward,” said Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering Member Michael Winter, RTX Chief Science Officer. “Our MRA with TU Delft – our first agreement of its kind with a European university institution – will focus on advancing technologies to support more sustainable aviation, which is key to the future of our industry.” https://buff.ly/4gBOTsO #aerospace #defense #aviation #advancedmanufacturing #industrialdesign #sustainability