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  • Digital Twins in Motion: Why a Multi-Disciplinary Debate Matters Now

    Digital twins have rapidly moved from a conceptual innovation to a practical engineering tool that is reshaping how we design, operate and optimise complex systems. From aerospace and manufacturing to infrastructure and media, the ability to create a dynamic, data-driven virtual representation of real-world assets is opening up new possibilities for insight, efficiency and resilience. On 24 June 2026 , the IET will bring this conversation to the forefront with the webinar Digital Twin Dynamics: A Multi-Disciplinary Debate . This online event gathers voices from across several Technical Networks to explore not just what digital twins are, but how they are evolving and where they may lead next. This blog offers a preview of that discussion, highlighting both the technical foundations of digital…

  • 5G Standalone, VoNR and Network Slicing: The Trio That Makes 5G Smarter

    Most people think 5G is about speed. And yes, faster downloads are part of the story, but speed is the easy bit. The really interesting transformation is happening underneath, in the architecture. Three technologies, 5G Standalone, Voice over New Radio, and Network Slicing, collectively change what a mobile network can be: not just faster than 4G, but fundamentally smarter. 5G Standalone: breaking free from 4G When operators first launched it, most did not build a new core network, they bolted 5G radios onto the existing 4G core, a mode called Non-Standalone (NSA). It was pragmatic and got 5G to market years earlier. But when your 5G radio is anchored to a 4G core, you inherit that core’s limitations: its latency, its rigidity, its inability to support the features 5G was actually designed…

  • Support for carers in engineering

    During Carers Week 2026, we’re recognising how vital carers are and sharing the ways we can support you. This year’s theme, ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’, is about creating spaces where carers are understood, supported and empowered to thrive. You’re not alone Every day, around 63 million people worldwide care for someone close to them (source: carersworldwide.org ). In the UK, there are 5.8 million unpaid carers, over half of whom are also juggling care with paid work (source: carersuk.org ). Many people don’t recognise themselves in those numbers. They’re just doing what needs to be done. Caring responsibilities might begin with helping a parent after an illness, supporting a partner through a difficult time, or looking after a child with additional needs. It becomes part…

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  • AI, Engineering Skills and Real‑World Challenges: May's highlights on EngX

    As we wrap up May, it has been another thoughtful and wide‑ranging month across the IET EngX community. From deep dives into engineering history and emerging technology challenges to open conversations around skills, wellbeing, and global impact, members have continued to share insight, experience and practical knowledge. Here are some of our top highlights from across EngX in May. Top Discussions This Month The forums have been as active as ever, with conversations spanning cutting‑edge technology, career development, and practical engineering challenges. A number of threads explored AI and digital transformation, including discussions such as Beyond hype: uncovering the critical research axes and future trajectories of AI‑driven digital transformation and Zero Trust was not built…

  • From Space Stories to Smart Systems: April on EngX

    April on EngX brought together a thoughtful mix of emerging technologies, industry insight and personal journeys. From a closer look at how 5G networks are evolving behind the scenes to fresh perspectives on the continuing influence of broadcast media, the blogs this month highlighted both the pace of change and the importance of understanding the fundamentals. Alongside these, inspiring career stories and reflections on the history of space exploration added a more human dimension, while discussions across the forums explored automation, energy systems and real‑world engineering trade‑offs. Here’s a look at some of the content that stood out this month: Blogs worth a read Massive MIMO: the brains behind 5G networks This detailed post from Soubhagya Ranjan Mohapatra explores how Massive…

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  • March Highlights on EngX: AI Insights, Inclusive Voices and Engineering Impact

    March was a month packed with fresh technical thinking, practical guidance, and human‑centred stories across the EngX community. From deep dives into industrial AI to personal reflections from engineers shaping their workplaces, here’s your roundup of what captured attention and sparked conversation this month. AI in Manufacturing: Why So Many Initiatives Stall One of the most thought‑provoking reads this month came from Dr Paul Johnson , whose article AI in Manufacturing: Why Most Initiatives Fail & How to Deliver Real Engineering Value explores why organisations continue to struggle with turning AI investment into meaningful operational outcomes. Johnson illustrates this through a real‑world predictive maintenance example where an AI model successfully identified early warning signs…

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Latest Partner News

  • Josie Harries discusses how Domino is working to increase support for women in the workplace

    Encouraging women to choose careers in STEM subjects has been top of the agenda for many years – but what fresh ideas can you introduce within the workplace to attract and support female employees? At Domino, we are committed to improving the gender ratio in leadership roles within a business to 40% by 2030. This target, endorsed from Board level down, now stands at 25%, from a starting figure of 18%. Support networks Recently we re-launched our Women@Domino global network to promote inclusion within the business and facilitate the sharing of ideas and experiences, as well as networking, mentoring, events and training. Gender was also one of three key areas in our new Inclusion & Diversity strategy. The network is not limited to female employees; male colleagues are encouraged to participate…

  • Road to Engineering event introduces children to the world of engineering

    BAE System's Submarines Academy for Skills and Knowledge (SASK), Barrow-in-Furness successfully hosted the 6th Road to Engineering event which took place over three action-packed days. Over 200 children from the Furness area participated in the event which aims to inspire future careers in Engineering. This year's theme was 'Adapt and Change' following the British Science week theme. Supporting the event were the Institution of Engineering and Technology, the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, Barrow District of Associate Engineers and the Royal Institute of Naval Architects who contributed valuable insight, merchandise and STEM packs for schools. Stephen Rowe, Project Director of Engineering Transformation said, "It was a privilege to attend the Road to Engineering event and…

  • H&MV Engineering appointed as principal designer and contractor for the Thorpe Marsh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)

    H&MV Engineering has been appointed as principal designer and contractor for the delivery of the 400 kV grid connection and electrical infrastructure for the Thorpe Marsh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) – the largest of its kind in the UK and among the largest in Europe. This landmark project, led by Fidra Energy and backed by major investment from EIG and the UK Government’s National Wealth Fund (NWF), has now reached financial close with construction commencing immediately. Located on the site of the former Thorpe Marsh coal-fired power station in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, the 1,400MW / 3,100MWh facility will be capable of exporting over 2 million MWh annually, supplying clean energy to approximately 785,000 homes. Once operational in mid-2027, it will be three times larger than…

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Latest articles from E+T Magazine

  • UK offshore wind to get £9bn boost from Japanese investment deal

    The UK and Japan have announced new investment deals that will see Japanese firms invest more than £9bn on UK infrastructure and financial services and up to £9bn on UK floating offshore wind. The announcement was made during a summit meeting at 10 Downing Street between UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Takaichi Sanae, Prime Minister of Japan, who is currently visiting London as part of a European trip. The two leaders announced numerous deals relating to technology and business cooperation, including the UK-Japan Frontier Technology Partnership. This new partnership will see the UK’s expertise in software and research combined with Japan’s hardware and manufacturing capabilities to accelerate developments in AI, quantum, nuclear and defence tech. According to a statement from the…

  • Britain faces ‘deindustrialisation’ without energy bill relief, says Make UK

    Britain risk rampant deindustrialisation if domestic energy prices remain at current levels, Make UK has warned. The body warned that an increasing number of manufacturers are moving production overseas, or actively considering doing so, in response to soaring costs. Electricity in the UK is more expensive than in many of its European counterparts and remains more costly than it was before the 2022 price spikes driven by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This is largely because the UK relies on gas to provide a consistent base load energy supply and the fuel has been subject to significant market volatility. British manufacturers have been hit particularly hard, while businesses looking to expand or modernise have faced delays connecting to the grid. While the government has said it will…

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  • Social media ban for under-16s to launch in the UK next spring

    Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban people under the age of 16 from social media using the same model that was deployed in Australia late last year. During the announcement, the Prime Minister said he hoped the measures would be introduced next spring and aimed to avoid the lengthy delays that plagued the Online Safety Bill (OSB). Australia’s implementation, which the UK intends to replicate, impacts all platforms whose purpose is to enable social interaction alongside the posting of user-generated material. The law affected platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and X, although the UK does not intend for messaging services including WhatsApp and Signal to be included in the ban. Australia’s enforcement strategy does not penalise children or parents. Instead…

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