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  • Digital Twins: From Concept to Critical Infrastructure

    The term "digital twin" has been around for some time, but its role in engineering and industry has changed significantly over the last few years. What was once considered an emerging technology is increasingly becoming a practical tool for solving real operational challenges across sectors as diverse as manufacturing, energy, transport, healthcare, and smart cities. As organisations continue to balance efficiency, sustainability, resilience, and cost pressures, digital twins are helping bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds. By creating dynamic virtual representations of physical assets, processes, or entire systems, engineers can gain a deeper understanding of performance, predict future outcomes, and make better-informed decisions before implementing changes in the real…

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  • The IET Technical Networks and the Impact of Active Engagement on Committees - A Personal Reflection

    Prior to stepping down as Chairman of the IET Project Controls Technical Network, I had been a member of the Project Controls TN for many years. I stepped down at the end of 2025 with a view of taking a short sabbatical whilst I reset and calibrated by emerging research interests which focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how this emerging technology can be leveraged in the fields of Quality, Governance, and Assurance in the fields of manufacturing, projects, and decommissioning within the UK Military and Civil Nuclear sectors. This article presents my personal reflections and opinions relative to being active in the IET’s TNs. So what are the IET TNs? The IET Technical Networks comprise of specialist groups that facilitate technical and professional engagement among IET members with…

  • Volunteer Spotlight: Sumeet Shah

    Supporting confidence, growth and professional success through mentoring. For Sumeet Shah, engineering has never just been a career. It's been part of his life from the very beginning. A lifelong passion for engineering Growing up in a family involved in manufacturing and engineering, some of his earliest memories are of designing and building projects at his uncle's metal fabrication factory. Inspired by childhood favourites such as Transformers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles , a young Sumeet set about creating his own model aeroplane and even a pair of nunchakus. A few years later, while still at secondary school, he spent a summer helping to commission new plastic recycling equipment at his late father's factory as part of a move towards more sustainable manufacturing. Alongside…

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  • 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…

  • 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…

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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

  • Ultrasound speaker beams audio directly to individual listeners

    A new speaker system based on ultrasound is able to direct sound in a narrow beam to an individual, allowing them to hear audio without disturbing those around them. Researchers at South Korea’s Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) developed the speaker, called MiPAL, that is able to deliver sound within a targeted area. One of the bugbears of public transport is the noise of other passengers, including music from commuters or frequent announcements. While conventional speakers emit audible sound that naturally spreads in all directions, a newer technology called parametric array loudspeakers (PAL) instead emits high-frequency ultrasonic waves that travel in a highly focused, laser-like beam. However, the system requires the precise arrangement of tens or hundreds of individual…

  • Dyson toothbrush uses AI camera to target missed plaque

    Dyson has unveiled an electric toothbrush with a camera embedded in the head that can identify the parts of a user's mouth that need the most cleaning. The tech-focused Dyson CameraJet is able to analyse 28 live images per second to find gaps in real time which triggers a precision burst of mouthwash or water when needed. The firm, which is known for its innovative vacuum cleaner designs, said it spent six years researching and developing the toothbrush that it claims should reduce the need for traditional flossing. According to the World Health Organisation’s 2025 Global Oral Health Status Report, nearly 3.7bn people are estimated to be affected by oral diseases globally, although at $499 (£369), the CameraJet will likely be targeted primarily at wealthier customers. The 100k pixel…

  • Global commercial aircraft order backlog reaches 17,000 for first time

    A record backlog of more than 17,000 commercial aircraft demonstrates “resilience” but would take more than 12 years to clear, according to trade association ADS. The latest figures from ADS for July 2026 reveal that a post-pandemic surge in air travel has pushed the global aircraft order backlog to a record 17,037 planes. Commenting on the figures, ADS chief executive Kevin Craven stated that these results reflect “remarkable resilience and long-term strength” of the market, and a “significant opportunity for the UK’s world-leading aerospace sector.” Its data shows that airlines placed 242 orders in July 2026 alone, more than five times the 38 orders recorded in July 2025. This equates to 187 single-aisle aircraft, a 467% increase on July 2025, and 55 widebody aircraft, up 1,000% compared…

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