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  • Scaling Social Housing with Volumetric Construction: A Manufacturing Perspective

    The global housing crisis is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, exacerbated by rising costs, population growth, and supply chain inefficiencies. Since the 2008 financial crisis, housing prices have consistently outpaced wage growth, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for middle and lower-income households. In countries like the UK, over 1.2 million people remain on social housing waiting lists, highlighting the urgent need for innovative, scalable, and cost-effective housing solutions. Volumetric construction – where entire housing modules are built offsite in controlled environments and then assembled on-site – offers a transformative solution. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques, this method accelerates construction timelines, reduces costs, and enhances…

  • Building a legacy: Rambali Raghavan’s Volunteering Story

    Rambali Raghavan’s Volunteering Story Today, we explore the inspiring journey of Rambali, our Professional Registration volunteer. He began as a Professional Registration Advisor in 2016 and was elected Fellow of the IET in 2020. Since then, he has also become a Fellowship Advisor. Rambali enjoys talking to applicants from diverse backgrounds, which broadens his horizons and enriches his understanding of various career paths. The Joy and Impact of Altruistic Volunteering Rambali believes in giving back to society without expecting anything in return. He hopes his efforts will contribute to a better future for society and the planet. In a world where altruism is often lacking, Rambali finds immense joy and satisfaction in volunteering. It gives him a sense of purpose and allows him to…

  • George Stephenson: The Man Who Put Britain on Track

    Today marks 244 years since the birth of one of Britain’s greatest engineering pioneers — George Stephenson, born on 9th June 1781 in Wylam, Northumberland. Known affectionately as the "Father of the Railways", Stephenson’s legacy continues to shape the way we travel, connect, and innovate. From Humble Beginnings to Industrial Icon George Stephenson’s story is the stuff of legend. Born into a working-class family, he had little formal education and worked as a colliery engineman. But his curiosity and determination led him to teach himself reading, writing, and arithmetic — all while working long hours. His breakthrough came with the invention of the "Blücher" locomotive in 1814, but it was his work on the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, opened in 1830, that truly changed the world…

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  • May Sparks - Engineering Ideas, Insights & Innovation from the EngX Community

    As May wraps up, let’s take a look at some of the most thought-provoking blog posts and discussions that sparked ideas and debate across the IET EngX community. Featured Community Insights Engineering History Meets Modern Curiosity A standout blog post this month from our Archives team revisited The Electric Telegraph Popularised by Dionysius Lardner, a fascinating 1855 publication that helped demystify telegraphy for the Victorian public. Read the full post Celebrating Engineering Milestones May also marked the anniversary of the Rigi Bahnen, Europe’s first rack railway. This post celebrates the innovation of Niklaus Riggenbach and the enduring legacy of mountain rail engineering. Explore the Rigi Bahnen story Beyond the Badge: Ethical AI and the Risks of Hype Hear from Andy…

  • Reconnect and share: IET EngX is back online!

    I’m happy to announce that EngX is now back online and ready for you to dive back in! Over the past couple of weeks, colleagues have been hard at work on essential updates and improvements to our systems at the IET. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Back to Posting! Now that we're back online, you can again start sharing your questions , projects, and insights with the EngX community. Whether you're looking to seek advice, collaborate on a new project or simply catch up with fellow engineers, our online community is here to support you. Freshen up your profile. When you log back in, take a moment to update your profile information and refresh your profile image. A fresh profile helps others recognise you and understand your expertise. Here's how to do it…

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  • Wrapping up our Celebration of Engineers!

    Throughout this week, we’ve had the privilege of sharing the inspiring stories of IET Award winners, showcasing their groundbreaking projects, and highlighting the profound impact of their work. Their dedication, creativity, and perseverance serve as a testament to the transformative power of engineering. Let’s look back on the highlights of this celebratory week: Insights from the Community Finalists and winners of the IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards shared their stories in our Community Insights blog. We heard from Finalists Salma Al Arefi and Erin Lowe in This engineer wants to educate future engineers and Engineering high hopes for the future and learnt more about Mary George Memorial Prize winner Alexia Williams in Engines airplanes and engineering drive this apprentice…

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Latest Partner News

  • Silver Fox and Fluke LinkWare Live: Transforming Cable Labelling

    Silver Fox has partnered with Fluke Networks to integrate its Advanced Labelling Software with Fluke LinkWare Live , bringing a faster, smarter way to manage cable labelling. This powerful integration allows engineers to import test data directly from LinkWare Live, eliminating manual entry and ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance . For network professionals, accuracy is critical. This solution streamlines workflows by automatically matching test results with printed labels , reducing errors and improving documentation. Whether you’re working in data centres, telecoms, or electrical installations, this integration saves time and enhances project efficiency . By bridging cable testing and labelling, Silver Fox and Fluke Networks offer a seamless solution that simplifies large-scale…

  • Apprentice's 5,000-mile trip to become a training master

    An apprentice at the University of Sunderland took a trip of a lifetime to become a training master. Steve Simm, who studies on the Learning and Skills Teacher (LST) Apprenticeship at the University, travelled over 5,500 miles to Japan to be certified as an Overseas Monozukuri Education Master Trainer for Unipres. Receiving this accreditation means that Steve will be able to deliver in-house Japanese-style training in the UK, enhancing the teaching he already delivers through a range of level 2 apprenticeships at the Unipres Training Academy. Steve said: “This trip to Japan was fantastic. Over the four-day training course, I’ve been able to enrich my own professional development which now enables me to incorporate Japanese-style teaching into the training academy here in the UK. “While…

  • Positive impact of apprentices celebrated at awards ceremony

    The achievements of University of Sunderland apprentices have been celebrated at a special awards ceremony to mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week. The University’s annual awards recognise the efforts and contributions that its current and graduate apprentices make in the region and amplifying the organisations that create these opportunities. The apprentices taking home prizes this year are: Steph Capewell, founder and CEO of Sunderland-based baby bank charity Love, Amelia – Community Impact Award ( Senior Leader Apprenticeship ) Yan Cunningham, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust – Impact and Research Award ( Advanced Clinical Practitioner ) Hannah Woodward, Bright Futures NE – Apprentice of the Year ( Community and Youth Work ) Scott Simpson, Kasai UK …

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Latest articles from E+T Magazine

  • Tiny robots unleashed in underground water pipes find and fix leaks autonomously

    Miniature robots that can find and fix leaky water pipes autonomously without the need to dig up roads have been developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield. ‘Pipebots’ are miniature robots equipped with sensors that can travel through pipes and check for defects in underground infrastructure. The project, led by researchers at the University of Sheffield’s School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, with input from the universities of Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds, started over six years ago. The aim was to revolutionise how water infrastructure is managed to prevent water being lost through cracks and defective pipes. Professor Kirill Horoshenkov, Pipebots programme director and professor of acoustics at the University of Sheffield, said: “Leaky water pipes…

  • TikTok ban delayed by 90 days as ByteDance faces pressure to divest US operations

    TikTok has been given another 90 days by the Trump administration to operate in the US after a law was passed last year that would force parent company ByteDance to sell the video-sharing platform. The ban was originally signed into law in April 2024, but TikTok owner ByteDance appealed to the US Supreme Court. In January, the court upheld the law saying that the app could not operate domestically unless it was sold to a US company because of concerns that ByteDance had links with the Chinese government. While the decision to uphold the ban was not a popular one with users of the platform, concerns about ByteDance’s close ties to the Chinese administration were not unfounded. Chinese national security laws require that all domestic firms hand over intelligence when requested by Beijing…

  • £725bn infrastructure plan backs nuclear, broadband and hydrogen networks

    The government has unveiled plans to invest £725bn over the next decade in improvements to the UK’s infrastructure, including energy, transport, water and digital connectivity. Chief treasury secretary Darren Jones said the plan was needed to counteract “years of erratic decisions” from the previous government that has left the UK’s productivity falling behind countries such as France, Germany and the US. The package aims to ensure that taxpayer funds spent on infrastructure continue to rise “at least in line with inflation” and includes some previously announced policies such as the introduction of more nuclear energy in the form of small modular reactors and funding to support the upcoming Lower Thames Crossing. The primary focus of the announcement was on building up to 35 new hospitals…

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