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  • 2015 PhD Award - The Results Are In - Drum Roll Please!

    The IET Control & Automation Committee are delighted to award the PhD Thesis Award for 2015 to Jonathan Mayo-Maldonado for his thesis titled " Switched Linear Differential Systems ", submitted to the University of Southampton. This thesis considered the study of systems involving switching dynamics such as those found in power electronics and energy distribution networks. The thesis proposes a novel framework based on 'quadratic differential forms' and 'dissipativity theory' to study the stability and stabilisability properties of these systems. The committee were particularly pleased with the variety of high quality submissions presented for the award this year. Jonathan's thesis was selected for the prize for its depth and breadth of theoretical contributions made, together with the practical…

    Joanne Longton
    Joanne Longton

  • End Of Magnox Generation

    On the 28th October, IET members attended a half day event organised by the Institute of Physics concerning the "End of Magnox Generation". The closure of the Wylfa Magnox reactor on the 31st December will mean that the last of this type of reactor will no longer be in use anywhere in the world. The event was attended by around 150 people from several professional institutions. We heard about Nuclear safety, the Magnox reactors have been running for sixty years with no major safety incidents, history of nuclear power from the earliest times when radioactivity was discovered to the present day, fuel rods being manufactured, the demand in 1960 was for 257,371 rods for plants all over the world! The evolution of Magnox means that Wylfa generated for forty two years, the maintenance and fault finding…

    David S Crawford
    David S Crawford

  • Watch this video on the Circular Economy

    Watch this video on the Circular Economy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZhZDs3JVlU And come to the panel discussion on 12 November, hosted by London Central Details: http://www.theiet.org/circular

    David Tabor
    David Tabor

  • Students gather to hear how stuff matters!

    The annual Sir Isaac Newton Lecture was given this year by Professor Mark Miodownik FREng . An audience of around 500 Lincolnshire students, aged between 14 and 18, attended the prestigious lecture, held at the Whittle Hall, RAF College Cranwell. The event is jointly organised by members of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), Institution of Engineering Technology (IET) and Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) with support from RAF College Cranwell. Schools liaison is by The Education Business Partnership, Lincolnshire and Rutland’s STEM partner. It was attended by President of the IET Naomi Climer FIET . The audience was captivated by Professor Miodownik, Director of the Institute of Making at University College London, as he delivered a presentation which illustrated the importance…

    Joanne Longton
    Joanne Longton

  • Executive Committee Members 2015-16

    The Functional Safety TPN Executive Committee was confirmed at the Annual Open Meeting on 21 October 15.  The Committee is always interested to hear from other individuals who are keen to volunteer to help organise activities with the TPN.  We are also looking for individuals who would be interested in forming a Technical Advisory Panel for the Network.   Carl Sandom Chairman Brian Penfold  Deputy Chairman John Canning IET Policy Panel / ISA Working Group Ron Pierce IET Health & Safety Policy Panel James Inge (MoD) Webmaster Graham Jolliffe (Jolliffe Associates) SCSC representative Ron Bell (ESC)   Andy German (Atkins)   Tim Kelly (University of York)   Stewart Taylor (Kellogg Brown Root)   Phil Williams (Engineer for Safety Ltd)

    James Inge
    James Inge

  • Highlights from ICDP 15

    Papers and posters presented at the 6th International Conference on Imaging for Crime Detection and Prevention are now available on the IET’s Digital Library . Watch the presenations on IET.TV . The conference took place in July at Queen Mary University, London and was attended by researchers, industry professionals and students working in the field. There was also a Special Session on EU projects. Vision & Imaging Network Executive members Dr Jason Lepley and Dr Tomas Piatrik both attended the two day conference and have highlighted the following presentations and papers for you. Dr Jason Lepley: “Firstly, a couple of the EU projects stood out to me, in particular: P-REACT and 3D Forensic s . Both appeared to be well managed and focused on a high TRL outcome with a tangible exploitation path…

    Former Staff Member
    Former Staff Member

  • Visit to University Technical College, Cambridge

    On Thursday 15th October 2015 Mick Ross visited the new University Technical College, Robinson Way, Cambridge CB2 0SZ, at 8.20am and gave three x 25-minute talks/workshops and one-to-one sessions, to four groups of between eight and fifteen 14-19 year-old student apprentices. The idea was to provide students with a greater insight into Engineering career opportunities. It was one of four STEM initiatives at the college for career events from September to December. At the sessions, Mick gave an overview of 'What we do' at the IET, and let them know the value of C Eng, I Eng, Eng Tech and ICT Tech registration with the Engineering Council, and the 'Routes to Registration'. He also let them know about his own experiences as an Incorporated Engineer. On the day, more broadly, students experienced…

    Julie
    Julie

  • Electric Motorsports: Celebrating Regional Grassroots Initiatives

    An I Mech E event to be held at the Millbrook Proving Ground near Bedford. For full details and to book tickets please go to: http://nearyou.imeche.org/near-you/UK/Eastern/Beds---Cambs-Area/event-detail?id=11246

    David Blake
    David Blake

  • "Recent Advances in Sensor Technologies for Mobile Healthcare"

    Emeritus Professor Chris Lowe, Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology http://www.ceb.cam.ac.uk/directory/chris-lowe will give a talk at CUED on 8 December at 1830 hrs will give a talk on Recent Advances in Sensor Technologies for Mobile Healthcare. To book your seat at the event please go to: http://nearyou.imeche.org/near-you/UK/Eastern/biomedical-engineering-association-cambridge-centre/Event-Detail?id=11279

    David Blake
    David Blake

  • Future Event Suggestions

    The SERMS committee is always keen to hear about any proposals from members for future talks and/or visits. Please give any suggestions (with contact details if known) as comments to this blog. Regards Walter Thomson

    Former Community Member
    Former Community Member

  • IET Scotland School Christmas Lecture 2015

    The Internet of Everything! Fully booked in Glasgow. This event is primarly aimed at secondary schools and the audience will be of secondary school age . Teachers can book tickets in blocks for their classes. You are guaranteed to see a presentation with flying objects, Internet-enable lighting, listening TVs, talking dolls, interactive kettles, spy glasses, and many more things … This presentation will showcase the vast range of systems and devices which can connect to the Internet. It aims to totally immerse the audience in the possibility of the Cyber World and how it is changing our lives. Along with this, it will outline a range of emerging technologies which will bring benefits to many areas of our lives including health care and education. With these great benefits, though, there are…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Dundee Science Centre - Digital Technology Networking Event: Into Film

    Digital Technology networking event: Into Film Teachers, Professionals and STEM Ambassadors welcomed Dundee Science Centre - STEM Programmes Team , Thursday, 29 October 2015 from 16:30 to 18:30 (GMT) Teachers from Art, Design, Technology, Computing and more are encouraged to attend! This is suitable for both Primary and Secondary levels. Book Now to attend this free event . The creative industries are one of the UK’s great strengths. British films, video games, animation and television are enjoyed by audiences around the world. The Government’s tax relief opportunities for film, high end drama, computing gaming, amongst other sectors, means that many international productions and companies find the UK an extremely attractive place to do business. The Harry Potter franchise put the UK’s visual…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Call for Volunteers for Scotland South East YPs

    WE NEED YOUR HELP Volunteers for Scotland South East YP Network The Scotland South East YP network organise a varied programme of activities and are keen to welcome new committee members. The YPs organises lectures, meetings and technical visits on topics and to companies and other organisations that are of interest. We are currently considering ways to broaden the attraction of our events so if you have an event idea, want to expand you CV or link up with other professionals, please get in touch. Due to people stepping down from the committee the committee needs new members to join them to plan and arrange our programme for the coming years. The Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month, at 6.30pm, at the Beehive Inn, 18 to Lothian,, 20 Grassmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2JU. This will help…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Smart Home Security - A Unique One Day Conference Of Expert Speakers

    Registration is at. https://smart-home-breakthrough.eventbrite.co.uk and the cost of attendance at the conference is £80 VAT

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Yorkshire And Humber Newsletter - Autumn 2015

    Please find the autumn 2015 newsletter below with details of upcoming events and news from around the region: http://online.fliphtml5.com/npft/gswr/#p=1

    Daniel Rozday
    Daniel Rozday

  • IET Cyber Security Links

    Cyber Security Today we live in a society where criminals face less risk by stealing millions of pounds using a banking Trojan than by committing an armed bank robbery, and where corporate networks can be rapidly disabled by unseen remote assailants. IET resources: Cyber security awareness and skills Cyber security of intelligent buildings Cyber security information Getting involved The IET has published a number of IT-related factfiles on topics which have relevance to cyber security

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Technical visit to ABB Malaysia

    Date: 1 st Oct 2015 Venue: ABB Malaysia, Subang Jaya, Malaysia by Ir. Chang Yew Cheong Technical visit to ABB Malaysia was held on the 1 st Oct 2015 (Thursday) and attended by 5 IET members and 6 non-members. This visit was organised by the IET C&A TPN and IET Malaysia Network. All participants arrived at ABB Malaysia Office before 9.30 am and the visit started with the safety briefing and introduction about ABB Malaysia at their meeting room. During the presentation, participants were introduced to ABB operation and business portfolio in Malaysia and were told that the first ABB power generator was installed in Malaysia dated back in 1904 by MFO Oerlikon. After the presentation, Mr. Richard Yeoh, Senior Manager of ABB Malaysia led the team to visit their Low Voltage Motor Control Centre (MCC…

    Julie
    Julie

  • University-Industry Engagement & Professional Registration

    26th September 2015, Melaka by Dr. Kok Swee Leong IET Malaysia Network is taking initiative to serve the members outside Klang Valley better by organizing technical seminar outside Klang Valley. Last month a technical seminar was organized in Penang and on the 26th September 2015, a seminar was being organized in Melaka for the first time on the topic of “University-Industry Engagement” and “Professional Registration”. 1 st Talk on “University-Industry Engagement” The seminar started by Assoc. Professor Dr. Chong Kuan Eng, delivered on the a topic of “University-Industry Engagement”. Dr Chong shared his experiences from the point of view as a person in charge in linking university and industrial partners. Dr. Chong has held management positions in the Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka as…

    Julie
    Julie

  • The Imperial College Oil & Gas Forum - 28 October 2015

    The Imperial College Oil & Gas Forum attracts international delegates from leading universities and institutions pursuing a career in the oil & gas industry. The Forum is also ideal for students and graduates from a wide range of disciplines. In 2014, the inaugural Forum brought together over 250 delegates from 41 institutions and 47 nationalities. The Forum covers a breadth of content and features panel discussions, keynote addresses, a Careers Exhibition, workshops and networking opportunities, and, as the largest event of its kind, provides an unmatched opportunity to discuss recent developments in the oil & gas industry, with a line-up of accomplished speakers and a chance to network with future co-workers and employers. Running throughout the event – the Careers Exhibition offers a unique…

    Joanne Longton
    Joanne Longton

  • IET Members Survey 2015

    The IET Members Survey 2015 is now available to all IET members! We are very keen to ensure that our female members are properly represented and we would be grateful if you could take a few moments to fill this out! Thank you.

    Former Community Member
    Former Community Member

  • IET Scotland School Christmas Lecture 2015 In Scotland North

    The Internet of Everything! Fully booked in Inverness - still spaces left in Dundee. This event is primarly aimed at secondary schools and the audience will be of secondary school age . Teachers can book tickets in blocks for their classes. You are guaranteed to see a presentation with flying objects, Internet-enable lighting, listening TVs, talking dolls, interactive kettles, spy glasses, and many more things … This presentation will showcase the vast range of systems and devices which can connect to the Internet. It aims to totally immerse the audience in the possibility of the Cyber World and how it is changing our lives. Along with this, it will outline a range of emerging technologies which will bring benefits to many areas of our lives including health care and education. With these great…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • IET Scotland School Christmas Lecture 2015

    The Internet of Everything! Fully booked in Glasgow. This event is primarly aimed at secondary schools and the audience will be of secondary school age . Teachers can book tickets in blocks for their classes. You are guaranteed to see a presentation with flying objects, Internet-enable lighting, listening TVs, talking dolls, interactive kettles, spy glasses, and many more things … This presentation will showcase the vast range of systems and devices which can connect to the Internet. It aims to totally immerse the audience in the possibility of the Cyber World and how it is changing our lives. Along with this, it will outline a range of emerging technologies which will bring benefits to many areas of our lives including health care and education. With these great benefits, though, there are…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • IET Working Alongside Strathclyde Space Institute & SMeSTech Lab

    Present and Future Robotics In Space Applications Technology & Innovation Centre, 99 George St., Glasgow, United Kingdom. G1 1RD Date: 29th – 30th October 2015 Symposium Chairs Dr. Gianfranco Visentin, Head of Automation and Robotics Section, European Space Agency, and Professor Xiu T Yan, Director of SMeSTech, Strathclyde Space Institute It is an exciting time for robotics. Robotic systems are increasingly being used in dealing with the challenges of space and other extreme environments where it is impossible to have a human presence or where robots can accomplish new tasks that humans cannot. This Space Robotics Symposium, organised by Strathclyde Space Institute and SMeSTech provides a platform for researchers to share innovative research and application findings in this rapidly-evolving…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Call for Volunteers for the IET Manchester Network - Retired Members Section

    As Chairman of the Retired Members Section Committee, I’d like to firstly remind you that the Manchester Network of the IET has a Retired Members Section and secondly to ask whether you would be able and willing to assist us to continue our activities in the future. The Retired Members Section in Manchester has been in existence since the 1993-4 season and organises lecture meetings and technical visits on topics and to companies and other organisations that are of interest to Electrical Engineers (and since the formation of the IET) of interest to those who would be members of the IET. Attendance at any of these events is not restricted to those who are retired or over a ‘certain age’, although the subject matter is aimed more at those in that category. Also, it is possible to hold meetings…

    Deborah-Claire McKenzie
    Deborah-Claire McKenzie

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