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  • Risks to humans from advanced humanoid robots and AGI within an AI integrated battle group

    Am I a fantasist or am I looking into the future and seeing a possible threat to humanity? I recently enjoyed a night in front of the television, watching Arnold Schwarzenegger's ‘The Terminator’ and my thoughts started to wonder about life in the future and could the rise in technology actually be a threat to humanity. Then came my viewing on the internet of the recent robotic Olympics in China where humanoid robots competed in athletic events, and the constant technical media coverage of the ever-increasing evolution of AGI. The result was that I am becoming increasingly concerned for our species. Advanced autonomous humanoid robots and AI systems with Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) used within an AI-integrated military battle group possess physical capabilities and search, recognise…

  • Powering the impossible: engineering the future of adaptive all-terrain adventure - a talk from Disabled Adventurer, Nick Wilson

    As part of our ongoing work into supporting disabled engineers and technologists, we're exploring how emerging and existing assistive technologies are supporting people in today's world, from completing daily tasks to taking on multi-terrain adventures. Someone who is no stranger to this is Disabled Adventurer and speaker, Nick Wilson, and we're delighted to invite our Members, Volunteers and Colleagues to attend a virtual talk where he'll be sharing details of his own adventures, as well as where inclusive engineering is heading, and what's holding back progress. Nick's talk will be taking place on Wednesday 30 September, 11:30am-12:30pm via MS Teams, please click here to register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b0eec48d-54c7-4111-9609-c7d17aa80e74@37f807ba-aa39-43e3-8018-abddb6f7781c…

  • The Five-Step Loop Beneath Every Project That Actually Delivers

    Ask ten project people what "control" means, and you'll get ten different answers, most involving spreadsheets and a bit of dread. The Teal Book, the UK government's code of practice for project delivery, puts it more usefully: control is any action taken to increase the likelihood that objectives are achieved. Look at what that leaves out. Nothing about status reports, RAG ratings, or steering packs. Those are outputs. Control is the action you take. Everything else just exists to make that action better. Underneath it is a loop of five steps. Plan, do the work, track progress, assess, take action. Then round again. It looks too simple to matter, and that's the trap. In over 15 years of extensive experience delivering challenging and complex projects in highly regulated industries, I've…

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  • From Industrial Waste to World Cup Audiences: August on EngX

    August brought another diverse mix of ideas, experiences and thought‑provoking discussions to the EngX community. Last month’s highlights ranged from rethinking industrial waste and exploring the future of broadcasting to examining how engineers can turn insight into action on complex projects. Alongside these blogs, members continued to share expertise across the forums, tackling topics from renewable energy and EV infrastructure to AI and the future of engineering practice. Together, they showcase the breadth of knowledge and curiosity that makes EngX such a valuable place to learn, connect and collaborate. Blogs worth a read Industrial Waste Passports: can better data unlock a circular future? What if we treated waste as the start of a new value chain rather than the end of an old…

  • Curiosity, AI and the Future of Engineering - July's Highlights on EngX

    July on EngX was packed with thought‑provoking ideas, career reflections and practical engineering conversations. From exploring the decision‑making challenges behind artificial intelligence to rethinking how we design workplaces and infrastructure, the community shared a wide range of perspectives on how engineering continues to evolve. Alongside these future‑focused topics, personal career stories and lively forum discussions reminded us that some of the most valuable insights come from sharing experiences with one another. Here's a look at some of the content that stood out this month. Blogs worth a read Dead on Arrival: Why fresh produce needs a digital brain, not just a GPS This fascinating blog explored how digital twins, IoT sensors and predictive AI could help tackle one of…

  • June Highlights on EngX: Digital twins, decarbonisation and community conversations

    June on EngX brought together a fascinating mix of future-focused thinking, practical engineering challenges and inspiring community stories. From exploring how digital twins are transforming decision-making across industries to tackling the realities of decarbonising energy-intensive sectors, members continued to share insight, experience and expertise. Alongside these technical discussions, stories celebrating engineering talent, STEM education and inclusion helped showcase the people driving our profession forward. Here’s a look at some of the content that stood out this month. Blogs worth a read Digital twins in motion: why a multi-disciplinary debate matters now Digital twins have rapidly evolved from an emerging concept into a practical engineering tool, and this blog explored…

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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

  • Fungi-based leather offers sustainable route to fireproof clothing

    Mycelium leather could offer a more sustainable material for the next generation of protective clothing, researchers have said. Mycelium has long been a subject of research for its use as a sustainable alternative for all manner of materials, from building insulation to packaging. Mycelium is the vegetative part of a fungus that grows underground and consists of a network of thin thread-like strands called hyphae. A team at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) University developed their mycelium leather in the lab from fungal networks cultivated using agricultural waste and water. Unlike animal and plastic-derived leathers, it uses fewer hazardous chemicals during its production and releases less carbon into the atmosphere. The resulting fabric looks and feels like these other…

  • Police drones take to the skies across UK rail network

    British Transport Police (BTP) has introduced drones into its daily policing operations across the UK rail network. Trespassers are one of the most significant causes of disruption on the railway. According to BTP, in 2023/2024 more than 19,300 trespass incidents - or one every 30 minutes - occurred across the network. When an incident is reported, a drone can be deployed to the site, helping police officers assess the situation remotely. This enables faster decision making and can reduce train delays as a result. Fitted with BT’s Drone SIM and using EE’s network, the drones are launched from strategically located 'drone in a box’ (DIAB) stations and piloted from a London-based control centre. Operators can securely fly the drone and stream real-time, high-definition video, even in remote…

  • Autonomous Joby aircraft completes 3,199-mile flight across US

    Joby Aviation has pulled off an entirely autonomous, 3,199-mile flight from the West to the East coast of the United States. The firm said it is the first time such a feat has been achieved, with the aircraft making the journey with zero control inputs from the onboard safety pilot including autonomous taxi, take-off, cruise and landing. The whole journey was supervised remotely from Joby’s Autonomy Headquarters in California, which was up to 2,323 miles away from the plane at the furthest point. The aircraft – a converted Cessna Caravan – began the flight at the Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina. Joby said the flight demonstrated that its technology can work on pre-existing aircraft not originally designed for full autonomy which could enable it to be deployed relatively quickly…

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