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Graphite and Rare Earth: mining the new essentials

Recently global mining sectors for graphite and rare earth elements have experienced significant development, mainly influenced by geopolitical dynamics, new discoveries, and shifts in production capacities. These critical materials are essential for various high-tech industries, including amongst o...

Engineering Mars: opportunities generated by space exploration

Our fascination with Mars is never ending. And without brilliant engineering, it would still lie as a mysterious red glint in the night sky, steeped in mystery and myth. Without doubt our curiosity has motivated us to drive scientific and technological advancements for decades. From the early flybys...

Cold Fusion: what is it, and how can we get it? 

Globally, we are continually on the hunt for a more acceptable form of nuclear power. While there have been many positive advancements in the production of the nuclear power we currently use, we still cling to the possibility, the dream, of finding a way to achieve limitless, clean, and safe energy ...

Plastic Pollution: Engineering Solutions
Probably nothing sets our teeth on edge more than witnessing the disastrous results of plastic waste pollution.
Our Daily Bread: the role of engineering in food security
While food conjures up images of chefs, restaurants and supermarkets for most people, we rarely think of engineers. Yet the role of engineering in food security worldwide is crucial, addressing challenges across the entire food system, from production and processing to distribution and consumption.
The Fracking Debate: the make or break of energy 

It may surprise some people, but fracking has been part of the energy sector for several decades. Granted, it has taken a more high-profile role since the early 2000’s, and without a doubt, has dramatically changed energy landscapes. The alternative term for fracking is hydraulic fracturing, a techn...

Tiny Cameras: brilliant little eyes in the medical world

It could be said that being able to ‘see’ into the intricate workings of the human body would be every medical practitioner’s dream. But what was once a dream is now available, transforming treatments throughout the medical world. Tiny cameras, often referred to as micro-cameras, have made remarkabl...

Engineering in the World of Drones 

The evolution of drones from military tools to commercial and consumer devices, has been rapid and transformative, making significant contribution in a range of areas as diverse as warfare to pizza delivery. This growth is not only driven by technological advances but also deeply rooted in engineeri...

The Green House: engineering a sustainable lifestyle

Today it is more important than ever – not to mention more fashionable by far – to design your home with every new technique to reduce every possible detrimental environmental impact. We desire to live differently, as lightly as we can, yet without reducing comfort and convenience.

 

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The role of Engineering in the Communication industry 
Today communications is a pivotal industry, encompassing a range of developments and innovation in the way we exchange information that keeps our modern world connected and vibrant. The design, development, and maintenance of the relevant technologies is vast, including telecommunications, broadcast...

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