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IET Germany Local Network Survey

I ET Germany Local Network Survey The Germany Local Network committee would like to invite you to participate in a survey, which will help us understand what matters to members in Germany. The survey should take around 5-10 minutes to complete and will enable us to understand your needs. Please complete the survey by clicking on the link below. https://response.questback.com/theiet/germanlnsurvey/ We look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Hannah Howells & Alistair Gill on behalf of the Germany Local Network Committee.

Howard Gray
Work Starts On First T Style Pylons In The UK

National Grid said it has started building six of the new T style pylons in the UK at Eakring Academy in Nottinghamshire. The six pylons will form a test line for the new design and will include all five of the required variations to meet the different operational needs such as turning corners or terminating lines and taking them underground. National Grid said the test line is expected to be completed by next summer. National Grid has been working with Danish architecture and engineering firm Bystrup on the pylon since 2011. The prototype for the pylon was previously built and tested in Denmark but this is the first time they have been built in the UK. It is also the first time that all the electrical insulators will be fitted on the pylon which is only 35 metres high. National Grid’s director…

Gemma Hadley
Wanted: Practical People With An Interest In Problem Solving.

Could you design and build a throwing chair for a disabled athlete? Or adapt a wheelchair to carry a fishing rod? Could you make a machine to turn the pages of a newspaper for someone with no arms? The ingenious inventors and engineers at the charity Remap do all this and more. Interested in joining in? We are looking for more volunteer engineers in Kent and Sussex now. See www.remap.org.uk or contact d.martin@remap.org.uk 07921 854071.

Brian Dury
Arnold Barks Memorial Christmas Lecture

This year we have the privilege of welcoming Professor Dame Wendy Hall to talk on the Web. I am sure that she will cover her time working with Sir Tim Berners-Lee in the development of the web but at the same time I expect she will give an insight into the future of the Web. Dame Wendy who is a fellow of the IET is Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Web Science Institute at Southampton University. The Lecture is on Wednesday 3 December at the Salisbury Arts Centre at 7.00 For full details and registration go to http://www.theiet.org/events/2014/210435.cfm There will be a small charge for the reception afterwards. We all use the web and this is a great opportunity to hear first hand from one of the team that has helped to develop it to what it is today. We look forward to seeing…

John Savage
Stop With The Hard Hats And Overalls Already! By Abbie Hutty

Engineering has an image problem, and we are all trying desperately to get articles published, and media coverage to address this. But while the messages going out in those reports are right, the images used to accompany such articles are just as important, if not more so. After all, a picture paints a thousand words. Here is a link to the full blog by Abbie Hutty - 2014 IET YWE Award Winner

Former Community Member
New Barbie Coding Book Teaches Girls that they Need a Man's Help to Code!

''Yesterday, we told you about a new Barbie book called I Can Be A Computer Engineer , which—while it sounded so promising—actually taught girls that they need a man’s help in order to code games, or even just use a computer without breaking it, really. But fear not—awesome women to the rescue!'' For more information...

Former Community Member
Why Electric Motorbikes Are Better Than Petrol? – MotoERacing

October 2014 saw the finale of the MotoERacing series which was launched this year and ran over five rounds at Anglesey, Assen, Donington, Hockenheim and Silverstone. As the IET ARTS TPN were supporting the series and the Electric Road Race Commission (ERRC) are all IET members, Silverstone seemed like a good opportunity to get some interviews, images and other footage to share on the community area. Here is a thought provoking video on why Electric motorbikes are better than petrol : What’s your thoughts on this video? Do you feel the same way about electric motorbikes? Here’s another video on what Electric Motorbikes are all about: We also shot some interviews with: Chris Foster from the Agni Motors – Darvill Racing Team Matt Bagshawe and Richie Welsh at Arc-EV Engineering…

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Why Electric Motorbikes Are Better Than Petrol? – MotoERacing

October 2014 saw the finale of the MotoERacing series which was launched this year and ran over five rounds at Anglesey, Assen, Donington, Hockenheim and Silverstone. As the IET ARTS TPN were supporting the series and the Electric Road Race Commission (ERRC) are all IET members, Silverstone seemed like a good opportunity to get some interviews, images and other footage to share on the community area. Here is a thought provoking video on why Electric motorbikes are better than petrol : What’s your thoughts on this video? Do you feel the same way about electric motorbikes? Here’s another video on what Electric Motorbikes are all about: We also shot some interviews with: Chris Foster from the Agni Motors – Darvill Racing Team Matt Bagshawe and Richie Welsh at Arc-EV Engineering…

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Advanced Manufacturing Automation & Robotics

On 5th of September the Manufacturing TPN held the Advanced Manufacturing Automation & Robotics event at the Manufacturing Technology Centre in Coventry. The event was well attended with around 35 delegates in the morning and a combined total of 70 in the afternoon. The collaboration with Policy Connect was very effective in allowing us to engage with senior industrialists. The day was split into two parts. The morning started with an introductory speech by Clive Hickman Chief Executive of the Manufacturing Technology Centre, followed by a presentation from the TPN exec team member, Jeremy Hadall - Chief Technologist – Automation Manufacturing Technology Centre - Advanced Manufacturing. Automation has come a long way since the first industrial robots were employed in the 1950’s by General Motors…

Joanne Longton
LAPC Highlights

The 10th LAPC took place on 10-11 November 2014 and it was a pleasure to attend and represent the IET's Antennas & Propagation Technical and Professional Network. For those who have never been, LAPC is a single stream, two day conference in Loughborough and attracts around 200-215 delegates each year. View the programme . We have been invited to film the sessions so that we can share the content with the wider A&P community. You can view the videos on IET.tv: The Impact of Computational Electromagnetics, and Associated Software, on EM Education and Research Constantine Balanis Antenna: a key enabler for 5G innovative RF IC development Frederic Gianesello Capability and Manufacturability: Some Considerations Concerning the Current Status of Multi-Filar Dielectric Loaded Antennas Oliver Leisten…

Former Community Member
Hybrid Electrically Powered Aircraft

The Aerospace TPN recently organised an evening seminar on the above hot topic at Rolls Royce Derby. There were three speakers - Peter Malkin from Cranfield University, Lorenzo Raffelli and Mark Husband from Rolls Royce. Peter gave a general overview on the topic, Lorenzo and Mark covered an overview of the Distributed Electrical Aircraft Propulsion (DEAP) and further technical aspects of the project. A number of interesting points were mentioned during the presentations: Tube/wing aircraft along with gas turbines are coming to the end of their development cycle. Market drivers for DEAP – growth to exceed 5% pa independent of GDP growth, number of aircraft has to double every 14 years, plus environmental issues such as jet fuel costs, noise, emissions. New radical technology is needed to address…

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Hybrid Electrically Powered Aircraft

The Aerospace TPN recently organised an evening seminar on the above hot topic at Rolls Royce Derby. There were three speakers - Peter Malkin from Cranfield University, Lorenzo Raffelli and Mark Husband from Rolls Royce. Peter gave a general overview on the topic, Lorenzo and Mark covered an overview of the Distributed Electrical Aircraft Propulsion (DEAP) and further technical aspects of the project. A number of interesting points were mentioned during the presentations: Tube/wing aircraft along with gas turbines are coming to the end of their development cycle. Market drivers for DEAP – growth to exceed 5% pa independent of GDP growth, number of aircraft has to double every 14 years, plus environmental issues such as jet fuel costs, noise, emissions. New radical technology is needed to address…

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Aero MSc Bursary Scheme

The Royal Aeronautical Soceity (RAeS) would like to draw your attention to their AeroMSc bursary scheme which pays tuition fees for MScs in aerospace starting next academic year 2015-16. Applications are open now click here for more details.

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Railway Lecture And Dinner 2014

Carolyn Griffiths, Chief Inspector, RAIB was the guest speaker at the IET Railway Lecture and Dinner in October 2014. The evening was Chaired by George Clark and Joe Silmon gave the vote of thanks. George and Joe are both members of the Railway TPN Executive Committee. During an interesting and informative presentation, the following points were made in relation to the RAIB: Operational from 2005 when they were set up as a result of an inquiry in the Ladbroke Grove accident Sole purpose is to improve safety on the railways Independent of all parts of the railway industry Cover passenger, metro, heritage, freight and channel tunnel trains 26 staff located in two offices in Derby and Farnborough Deployed to 436 incidents Over 90% of their recommendations are accepted or implemented. Carolyn went…

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Craig Owen Concert

We have been informed of a great concert with Craig Owen and Band in aid of The Great North Air Ambulance and the RNLI (Redcar Lifeboat) This is on the 7th of February 2015, doors open at 6:30pm The PDF Poster is attached below and can be downloaded for further information.

Former Community Member
Rally Car Racing With A Difference!

Here's a rally car competition that makes a change from the usual environment. Twenty teams are currently taking part in the Solar Atacama Rally in Chile which covers a distance of 870 miles through a desert where the solar radiation levels are amongst the highest in the world. The competitors race on the paved roads rather than closed off sections or special areas of the desert. With a top speed of 87mph/140km/h the cars still have to comply with the Chilean speed limit. For further information on this BBC article click here.

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
RF For 5G Technology And RF Active & Passive Components

On 29 and 30 October, the RF & Microwave TPN ran two seminars; RF Active & Passive components and 5G Technology – the future of mobile and wireless communications technology . During the TPN committee’s summer meeting they established that there was some potential overlap in the audience and should therefore run the seminars together in order to boost delegates numbers and networking opportunities. It also saved volunteer time and expenses by requiring them to travel just once. Active & Passive components The RF Active & Passive components seminar attracted around 40 delegates who watched 9 presentations showcasing the latest research from industry and academia. The papers which were presented will be published through the Digital Library. You can see the presentation from new committee member…

Former Community Member
RF For 5G Technology And RF Active & Passive Components

On 29 and 30 October, the RF & Microwave TPN ran two seminars; RF Active & Passive components and 5G Technology – the future of mobile and wireless communications technology . During the TPN committee’s summer meeting they established that there was some potential overlap in the audience and should therefore run the seminars together in order to boost delegates numbers and networking opportunities. It also saved volunteer time and expenses by requiring them to travel just once. Active & Passive components The RF Active & Passive components seminar attracted around 40 delegates who watched 9 presentations showcasing the latest research from industry and academia. The papers which were presented will be published through the Digital Library. You can see the presentation from new committee member…

Former Community Member
Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping

Executive Member, Lim Yew Kee was invited by Associate Professor Dr. ML Dennis Wong, Dean Faculty of Engineering, Computer& Science, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, to deliver a technical talk entitled “Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping”, on 22nd October 2014, to its engineering staffs and students. There were 33 participants (21 IET members). In this seminar, through manufacturing engineering and processes, he shared his knowledge in product design and development, electro-pneumatic and hydraulic control systems for manufacturing plant and facilities. He then continued to further elaborate on Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Processes in product development progress that can be enhanced. In term of costs, there are significant differences and saving on product produced…

Joanne Longton
Dr. Arvind Kumar presents a talk on Nuclear Engineering Applications

Dr. Arvind Kumar presents a talk on Nuclear Engineering Applications – 18 October, 2014 Professor Dr. Arvind Kumar presented his views and thoughts on Nuclear engineering applications to an audience of IET members and other invited scientists and engineers. The talk covered a wide spectrum of applications in the diverse areas of nuclear power, naval propulsion, nuclear medicine, national security, space exploration, and industrial applications such as measurement of fluid levels in sealed systems, neutron radiography of explosives, oil well logging, etc. While focusing on the engineering aspects, Prof Kumar also addressed some of the safety concerns that are attributed to any mention of nuclear power. Dr Kumar beginning his talk Prior to the main talk, we were impressed by the talent of Nicholas…

Allan Casey
Community Events In 2015

Community Events in 2015 Please take a look at our community events calendar to see new entries for 2015. On 31st. January we will be visiting the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart . During the Aviation Electronics Europe conference in March 2015 we will be presenting speakers and also running the German heat of the PATW (Present Around The World) competition.

Howard Gray
Metrolink's Second City Crossing gets underway

Transport for Greater Manchester have now started construction on the Metrolink Second City Crossing which will transform light rail traffic through the city centre. Trams could be running between Victoria and a new stop in Exchange Square as early as winter 2015-16, ahead of the crossing project being completed by 2017. For more details on this article in Rail Technology Magazine click here .

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Is it a bird, is it a plane? No its an Amazon drone

Amazon has recently announced that it is now planning to step up its Unmanned Delivery aircraft in the UK, by looking for engineers/project managers to test its aircraft. The IET Aerospace TPN Vice Chairman, Lambert Dopping Hepenstall has recently contributed to this article on the Amazon drone programme and said "We are very likely to see a lot of progress in this area over the next decade. However, there are many challenges to overcome. Top of the list is the need to mature the technologies and demonstrate to the regulators that unmanned aircraft can operate safely in our airspace". For more information on this Daily Telegraph article click here . What's your views on this news? Are you concerned about the regulation of the industry and safety issues?

Deborah-Claire McKenzie
Links to Presentations

Links To Lecture Slides The Manchester Network has filmed several of its events for IET.tv during the past year or so. If you click on the above link it will display the presentations available.

Deborah-Claire McKenzie

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