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Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) - UKRI
Impact! World Case Studies
A collection of case studies produced by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) which show how engineering and science are helping to build the world around us. Impact! resources show how research into the sciences, engineering and technology is tranforming our lives, improving healthcare, communications and transport, and providing solutions to the challenges faced by society.
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Light at the End of the Tunnel
A case study from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) archives which looks at how making low-energy LED lighting cheaper and more widely available could slash UK electricity consumption by up to 15%. EPSRC-supported researchers are developing new ways of producing gallium nitride (GaN) –...
New Engine Slashes CO2 Emissions
A case study from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) archives which looks at a new car engine, developed with EPSRC support, which boosts fuel efficiency and delivers a 15% cut in carbon emissions. The technology, that sprays fuel straight into the cylinders without needing to mix it...
Self Healing Planes
A case study from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) archives which looks at how ailing aircraft could heal themselves during flight thanks to a revolutionary new system. The technology, that mimics the healing processes found in nature, has been developed by aerospace engineers at...
Ultra Precision Surfaces
A case study from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) archives which looks at advanced engineering techniques, pioneered by EPSRC-supported research teams, which are increasing product possibilities and creating new manufacturing opportunities. ‘Ultra Precision Surfaces’ are considered...
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| Subject(s) | Engineering, Science, Physics, Working scientifically |
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| Age | 14-16, 16-19 |
| Published | 2000 - 2009 |
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| Direct URL | https://www.stem.org.uk/cx5cf |
