The world’s first all-electric jet engine, which promises to double the range of electric aircraft compared to current hybrid models, is being developed in Scotland.
Warwick University has been granted £2.2m to investigate a new type of solar cell material which could be used in space to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Burnaston is to host Toyota Circular Factory, an initiative from Toyota Motor Europe (TME) to recycle, repurpose and remanufacture parts from vehicles at the end of their life.
Researchers are developing a wireless sensor network (WSN) designed to spot faults in electricity sub-stations that can lead to power cuts.
US and Australian researchers have invented a way to use standard smartphones to provide accurate measurements of 3D models made using the phone’s camera
STILFOLD and Alstom have entered into partnership to explore how STILFOLD’s origami-inspired manufacturing technology could be used to make train building more environmentally sustainable.
A device that helps to control tics experienced by people with Tourettes could also help to reduce tremor in people with Parkinson’s Disease.
A new research project has been launched to extend the use of offshore wind monopile foundations to support larger turbines in deeper waters.
Scientists in Ohio believe that an insect’s internal chemicals can be converted to electricity, a development that could potentially lead to power for sensors, recording devices or to control the bug.
