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  • Forthcoming Aerospace Event - Key Technologies For Next Generation Aircraft

    Keep a lookout for further details of a joint conference that the Aerospace TPN and Singapore Local Network are collaborating on which will be held in Singapore on 9-10 March 2015. The conference covering Key Technologies for Next Generation Aircraft will look at three main topic areas: Electric Generation and Usage on More Electric Aircraft Big Data Usage for more cost-effective operation Advances in Materials, Manufacturing and non-destructive testing solutions for Aerospace applications. The programme and other details for the event are currently being finalised and will be publicised soon.

  • What The ARTS TPN Got Up To In 2014

    During 2014, the ARTS TPN had the opportunity to get involved and support a number of excellent activities:   Road User Charging in UK, Europe and USA Seminar ibus System   lecture in Bath – joint with Somerset & West Wiltshire Network   Pete James the TPN Chairman gave a talk at a conference in Canada and presented a TPN award for Best Endeavour to the University of Ohio, Electric Motorcycle Racing team ‘Buckeye Current’.   EVs and their Appetite for Power – this event was held in Milton Keynes joint with the Buckinghamshire Network and three speakers gave different perspectives on this topic.    MotoERacing – the Network supported this new Electric Motorcycle racing series which culminated in a series finale at Silverstone.  You can access some great footage via the link, including a ride…

    Deborah-Claire McKenzie
    Deborah-Claire McKenzie

  • Become An Ambassador Event

    Fantastic event next Thursday at the Riverside Stadium. Free to attend and no need to register.

    Former Community Member
    Former Community Member

  • Toyota Open up Hydrogen Patents

    Toyota is following the example made by Tesla in 2014, by freely sharing nearly 6,000 patents it owns which cover hydrogen fuel cell technology. The announcement came after its showcase of the Miraj hydrogen driven car at CES 2015 in Las Vegas. The portfolio of patents covers fuel cell stacks, high pressure hydrogen talks, software control systems and industrial processes in generating/supplying the gas. For further details on this article click here.

    Deborah-Claire McKenzie
    Deborah-Claire McKenzie

  • The IET International Conference On Power Electronics, Machines And Drives (PEMD)

    The PEMD conference carries a prestigious past and present reputation, bringing together 400+ international power electronics, machines and drives specialists to focus on the latest developments in the technologies and applications of electrical drives, machines and power electronic systems. The PEMD conference showcases the latest advances in this critical field of technology, providing an insight into developments in materials, components and systems that are integral to enabling efficient, low-carbon transport and power generation and distribution. The PEMD conference is held every two years.  Further information can be found at  https://pemd.theiet.org/

    Gemma Hadley
    Gemma Hadley

  • Social Location Based Delivery Service

    For the global Transportation and Logistics industry, more FDI outward investment from the US, Germany and the Netherlands, generates 40%, 13% and 5% of new projects, respectively. For inward FDI investment US, China and the UK, are attracting a respective 36%, 5% and 4% of projects. This investment provides logistic opportunities for courier business. This is what I researched a few years ago, now, the massive uptake of mobile devices demonstrates opportunity for new methods of business. Companies are now looking to focus on service satisfaction, beyond just click and collect, or dropping your shopping to local pick-up stations for collection.  The change in business allows innovative business methods to be tested. Some inner city courier companies have services that allow the hire of delivery…

    Rimesh Patel
    Rimesh Patel

  • Happy New Year!

    All the best to you and yours for the forthcoming year! But before we celebrate 2015, here is a look back at the year that was, 2014. As you probably know, the internet now lives on lists and you can find a top 10 list for just about anything . Here are some relating to science and technology: Science Physics Engineering As to 2015, it looks like it is going to be an exciting year! There will be some more events and IET NorCal is planning a PATW event in April and we will be recruiting judges for the event. More details to follow next year. Have a safe and happy New Year from IET NorCal!

    Allan Casey
    Allan Casey

  • NEW LOGGIN ON FRONT WEB PAGE

    GREAT RESULT AFTER SEEEMS LIKE TWO YEARS . Please send notes to web master thanks Brian

    Brian Reynolds
    Brian Reynolds

  • Hack Targets Industrial Plant Causing Massive Damage

    Sophisticated hack causes massive damage to steelworks The most significant hack since Stuxnet targeted Iran’s uranium enrichment programme in 2010 caused massive damage to a German steelworks, according to a report published this week by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI). Whilst the Sony hack caused the release of film star emails, a Bond film script and cancellation of film screenings, grabbing media attention, the significance of deliberate physical damage caused by sophisticated network intrusion has passed largely unnoticed (in mainstream media). This is probably the only publicly known incident where physical damage to a plant has been deliberately caused by malware since Stuxnet. Full details have not been released, but the “ The IT Security situation in Germany 2014…

  • Prestige Lecture

    Thursday 19 February, 1830 hrs, Churchill College is the Cambridge Network Prestige Lecture. Advanced materials and 3D printing for the regeneration of human tissues will be presented by Professor Kevin Shakesheff. Refeshments will be from 1800 hrs. A must attend event.

    David Blake
    David Blake

  • Internet Of Things

    Make sure you book in your diary 22 January at the CU Computer Labs for a talk by Hugo Fiennes of Electric Imp on the Internet of Things. The talk starts at 1830 hrs with refreshments form 1800 hrs.

    David Blake
    David Blake

  • Preliminary Discussions With BG Trrinidad & Tobago On The Road To Chartered Engineering

    On Friday 19th December, representatives of BG Trinidad & Tobago, Jonathan Kacal, Christopher Downes and Jason Look Yee, were keen to discuss and develop plans for an upcoming seminar to introduce the IET, the Local Network and the routes to professional registration with their engineers and technicians. Both myself and Gerald Mendes, represented our network in this informal meeting to understand the specific needs of the BG T&T group and provide key insights into the specific activities and avenues that the LN and the IET can proviide the oil and gas company. It was decided that the best approach would be an open forum discussion between members of BG and the LN executives and that one of the key drivers and interesting topics for their personnel would be the road to chartership. They have…

    Jason Robert Rameshwar
    Jason Robert Rameshwar

  • IET Co-sponsor UWI's Industrial Engineering & Management Conference

    The third Industrial Engineering & Management conference was successfully held on the 5th and 6th December at the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine in the Engineering faculty. This prestigeous two day seminar was made possible in part by the generous sponsorship by the IET and it enabled several participants to present their academic papers on a variety of topics. (Chairman Anthony Chadee receiving the plaque to commerate the IET's sponsorship and support of the conference from Professor Edwin Ekwue) Professor Brian Copeland, Dean of Engineering, opened the conference with a focus on the wealth generation model. The audience were enthralled by the recollections and accomplishments by Professor Emeritus Winston A. Mellows. Dr. Haydn Furlonge expressed the importance of project engineering…

    Jason Robert Rameshwar
    Jason Robert Rameshwar

  • IET Manchester Network - Student Excellence Award

    The IET Manchester Network present a Student Excellence Award every year to a student at Manchester College who has achieved outstanding results on an Engineering or Technology Course. The award consists of a Cheque for £250 and a Certificate. During the 2013-14 academic year Sasoun completed a B Tech in Electrical & Electronic Engineering at The Manchester College, He achieved an outstanding performance in all his BTEC units, obtaining a distinction in all 12 units, plus · Excellent attendance and punctuality throughout his two year programme · An excellent attitude towards his fellow class peers in offering them support · An excellent (A*) grade in his ‘A’ Level Maths, only 2 marks off a 100% score Sasoun is now studying for a Mechatronic Engineering Degree at Manchester University Thanks…

    Deborah-Claire McKenzie
    Deborah-Claire McKenzie

  • Yorkshire & Humber Local Networks

    Networks in the Yorkshire & Humber Region: There are four Local Networks in the Yorkshire & Humber and you can access their webpages by clicking on the links below: Humber North Yorkshire South Yorkshire West Yorkshire

    Deborah-Claire McKenzie
    Deborah-Claire McKenzie

  • South Island Committee 2015 -2016

    Chairman Nick Gordge Vice Chair & Secretary Vacant Treasurer Paul Isaacs YP Co-ordinator Manish Makwana General Members Karla Smith Hamish Cumming Bob Cooke Dennis Keen

    Julie
    Julie

  • Auckland Committee 2014-2015

    Salah Al-Chanati Chair Yan Fong Treasurer Alex Cashen Secretary Alice Zhuang Frank Lewis Sachini Yapa Yan Liu Alice Chan Edmund Lai Mike Lancaster Allan Williamson

    Julie
    Julie

  • IET Brunei Darussalam Network 2014-2015 Committee

    Simon Leong Chairman Major Schufin Bin Haji Ibrahim Vice Chairman Mr Jailani Buntar Secretary Dr Shi Siong Tan Treasurer Cpt Farhan Wan Assistant Secretary

    Julie
    Julie

  • IET Malaysia Network Committee 2014-2016

    Chairman Ir. Dr. Matthew Y.W. Teow Vice Chairman Ir. Chang Yew Cheong Honorary Secretary Assoc. Prof. Eur. Ing. Dr. Lai Weng Kin Honorary Treasurer Dr. Chan Chee Seng Honorary Assistant Secretary Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Rodney H.G. Tan Immediate Past Chairman Mr. Lawrence Lai Kun Hoong Past Chairman Prof. Ir. Dr. Vigna K Ramachandaramurthy Committee Ir. Amir Farid Abdul Majid Ir. Chan Cheong Loong Ir. Chris Chew Shee Fuee Mr. Goh Hock Chai Dr. Kok Swee Leong Ir. Kok Yen Kwan Ir. Lam Seng Yew Assoc. Prof. Dr. Leong Wai Yie Engr. Assist. Prof. Dr. Liau Vui Kien Committee (YPS Chairman) Mr. Michael Yong Boon Heng Honorary Auditors Ir. Kok Yin Hin Lt. Kol. (K) Dr. Sam Quah Sin Chye

    Julie
    Julie

  • AGM 2014

    NOTICE OF EIGHTH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE IET MALAYSIA LOCAL NETWORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Eighth Annual General Meeting (AGM) of The IET Malaysia Local Network, for the year 2014 will be held at THE ARMADA HOTEL, PETALING JAYA on the 6 th of December 2014 at 2.00 pm. The Agenda for the AGM is as follows:- 1) Welcome remarks by Chairman, Mr. Lawrence Lai 2) To receive and adopt the Minutes of the Seventh AGM (2013), 3) To receive and adopt the Report by Honorary Secretary for the 2013/2014 session, 4) To receive and adopt the Report by Honorary Treasurer for the 2013/2014 session, 5) To elect the Committee for 2014/2016 session, 6) To elect the Internal Auditors for 2014/2016, 7) Others matters. PROGRAMME 09:30 am : Registration / Networking (Coffee& Tea Served) 10:15 am : PRE…

    Julie
    Julie

  • BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEM (BAS) FOR ENERGY-EFFICIENT BUILDINGS

    PRE-AGM 2014: HALF DAY TECHNICAL SEMINAR Date : 6 th December 2014 (Saturday) Time : 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Venue : Hotel Armada Petaling Jaya Lot 6, Lorong Utara C, Section 52, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan. PROGRAM: 9:30 - 10:00a.m. Registration & Morning Coffee 10:00-11:00a.m. Topic 1: Energy Management System & Energy Analysis – Bridging the Gap by: Ir. Jack Chan Weng Loon 11:00 –11.30a.m. Tea Break 11.30a.m. - 12.30p.m. Topic 2: Energy Saving Opportunities using Intelligent Building Automation System (BAS) by: Mr. Au Ying Hao TOPIC 1 : ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM & ENERGY ANALYSIS – BRIDGING THE GAP Methodologies to improve energy efficiency can only be realized if there is a proper monitoring and verification system in place. Normally, a Building Automation System (BAS) or an…

    Julie
    Julie

  • New South Wales YP committee

    Chair Rebecca Wong Treasurer / Vice Chair Risto Kotevski Secretary Sam Pushparatnam Academy Relationship Coordinator Ryan Jenkins Online Community Administrator Samantha Connelly PATW Coordinator Andrew Truong Community Publicity and Promotion Officer Ghazi Bafakieh Faraday Challenge Coordinator Eric Cheung General Members Paul Huynh Daniul Chowdhury

    Julie
    Julie

  • Product Advancement with Research and Development Technology

    on 30th October the IET Manufacturing Technical and Professional Network organised an event on Product Advancement with Research and Development Technology at TAR University, Penang Campus - this was the 1st public event in Asia Pacific. The theme of the event was current technologies and knowhow in the field of manufacturing research and product development solution. This public event was attended by 257 participants (24 IET members and 233 non-IET members) and the feedback surveys from the participants specifically requested future similar IET events. This event created awareness on the diversification of engineering advancement in manufacturing research and development to the general public, academia, engineering students and practicing professionals. This event exposed the audience to a…

    Joanne Longton
    Joanne Longton

  • Maintaining A Mentoring Relationship

    When you sign up to the IET Mentoring Service as a mentee and are paired with a mentor, or you are allocated a suitable mentor in-company, you are expected, as the mentee, to drive the relationship and take charge of your own development. This blog will advise you on ways to benefit from having a mentor and what you can do to ensure you make the most of your opportunities. Contracting the Mentoring relationship Once you are paired with your mentor it will be your responsibility as the mentee to drive the mentoring relationship and for you to make initial contact with your mentor. From the outset, the roles of mentee and mentor need to be established so there is a clear understanding from the beginning. Boundaries will also need to be set to avoid any miscommunications. You will need to prepare…

    Kathryn Bain
    Kathryn Bain

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