Event Type: Technical lecture

31 October 2019 18:30 to 20:00

The automotive propulsion system is undergoing a period of change unprecedented since the start of the 20th century. The need for clean, sustainable and affordable mobility dictates a fundamental change to the way we work as engineers. This talk will consider some of the key factors shaping the future of propulsion and introduce some related research at the University of Bath.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Seminar

07 March 2019 15:00 to 19:30

Joint meeting with the IET featuring a range of international speakers who will discuss Modern Automotive Controls, Security and On-Board Diagnostics.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

07 February 2019 18:30 to 20:00

The speaker will cover transport systems, touching on fuels & energy for large multi-occupant vehicles and then look at how everyone can have a V8 muscle car, a Caterham or an Aerial Nomad on the drive if it is only used on Sundays for fun.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

05 December 2018 18:30 to 20:00

The challenge of reducing vehicle development costs whilst carrying out shorter product cycles and increasing levels of validation is being addressed by the introduction of virtual testing environments. These systems rely on realistic system models that can run in real-time and mimic the vehicle and powertrain responses. This presentation will discuss both real-time models and how they can be exploited to achieve reductions in engine and vehicle testing.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical lecture

30 October 2018 17:00 to 18:30

Christof Schernus will present an assessment of ICE and battery-powered cars life cycles and their environmental impact. PLEASE NOTE TIME AND VENUE CHANGE SINCE PUBLICATION OF IMechE EVENTS BOOKLET. Christof's presentation will be followed by a STEMSussex event discussing employer engagement with their future workforce.

Industry: Automobile