Event Type: Talk

30 January 2013 18:30 to 21:00

Becoming a Fellow.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

23 January 2013 19:00 to 22:00

Come along and celebrate a successful year. Meet some like minded engineers for a bit of networking and fun over a curry! There will also be a short talk from a record breaker who cycled round the world! Please book in advance for this event as there are limited places.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

23 January 2013 19:00 to 21:00

Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

16 January 2013 16:30 to 19:00

This is an IMechE members only event. Booking is required.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 January 2013 17:00 to 19:00

State of the art lectures on engineering solutions for giving advice to drivers to assist them to drive efficiency - given from two contrasting railway viewpoints of intercity operations and urban metro.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

01 January 2013 00:00 to 00:00

Visit TBC

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

10 December 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Our annual Family Evening this year is a presentation by Dave Saunders on that most controversial of characters from railway history, Dr Richard Beeching. The 'Beeching Report' was published on 27th March 1963. The Beeching proposed wholesale route closures in an attempt to concentrate resources on the core routes. Was he wrong, or right? Was he led or misguided or a farsighted thinker? See if you agree with Dave's thoughts.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

08 December 2012 11:00 to 16:00

Visit to STEAM Museum with short talk, "Preserving the Great Western Railway - relevance for future railway development" , and free access to the museum

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

05 December 2012 19:00 to 21:00

National Grid: The future energy challenge! - How will we connect up to the new, renewable power sources?

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Talk

04 December 2012 18:30 to 20:00

Researchers at the University of Warwick have unveiled the "World's First Vegetarian Formula 3 racing car" which is powered by chocolate, steered by carrots, has bodywork made from potatoes ...and can still do 125mph around corners.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Technical Lecture

29 November 2012 19:30 to 21:00

An insightful lecture into the current research engine downsizing at the University of Bath.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

28 November 2012 18:15 to 19:30

Join us for an overview of the newest developments in the tidal energy industry! The location has now been confirmed as: UWE Room 2Q49, Q Block, Frenchay Campus, Bristol, BS16 1QY

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

21 November 2012 14:00 to 17:00

This is a technical visit to The Land Training Fleet (Warminster), whose mission is to direct the process and procedures for the management and material accounting of the operational training equipment in order to maximise availability.

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Technical Lecture

15 November 2012 19:00 to 21:00

The talk will summarise the background and significance of the programme, and then focus on the restoration project itself. In particular, various problems and issues encountered will be highlighted, together with how they were overcome, leading to the spectacular first test flight on 18th October 2007.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Talk

14 November 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

13 November 2012 18:30 to 20:00

CORAC has been developing small, oil-free, very high speed and high power density turbo compressors for raw gas duties since 2002.

Industry: Coal / Oil / Gas

Event Type: Technical Lecture

06 November 2012 19:30 to 21:30

The lecture will describe ideas and research activities in the areas of ceramics, bioactive coatings, biodegradable composites and explore the prospects for a new generation of orthopaedic biomaterials.

Industry: Biomedical engineering

Event Type: Debate

05 November 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Three very senior speakers from a train operating company, infrastructure manager and academia present their views and then debate the subject with the audience under the chairmanship of Andrew Chivers, Managing Director, National Express Trains.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

01 November 2012 19:00 to 21:00

The IMechE Bath and Bristol Area Committee has organized a tour of this attraction for IMechE members. Following this 2-hour tour we plan to meet for a small social event in the Mall Pub in Clifton Village. Due to limited availability PRE BOOKING for the tour Is required.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

29 October 2012 18:30 to 21:00

In this lecture, Lambert Dopping-Hepenstal (ASTRAEA Project Director) will describe the challenges and successes of the ASTRAEA programme and discuss the potential for the UAS industry in the UK.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

25 October 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Double lecture covering the latest techincal innovations from an industry striving to push the boundaries of engine development.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

24 October 2012 19:00 to 21:00

A presentation of some of the engineering challenges on Phase 1 and the proposals and solutions to restore the canal to full navigation. Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

15 October 2012 17:00 to 19:00

The Railway Division's chairman's address on interfaces and interactions in the railway industry.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 October 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Energy generation from biomass: challenges, opportunities and risk in the low carbon economy

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Technical Visit

07 October 2012 10:30 to 13:00

Join us for a ride on the Avon Valley Railway on one of their restored steam trains, then a tour of the yard and locomotives, followed by a short talk on the workings of a steam train. Please book to reserve your seat on the train.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

30 September 2012 07:00 to 17:00

Volunteers needed: Electric car build and racing for schools.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

17 September 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Lecture by the user and the manufacturer / maintainer of the Class 175 DMU and their engineering success in improving the fleet performance.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

15 September 2012 07:00 to 17:00

Volunteers needed: Electric car build and racing for schools.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

12 September 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Sports engineering is a growing field within engineering with applications now reaching many high profile sports, especially those in the Olympics. This lecture aims to quantify the difference that engineering can make and has made in various Olympic sports, including cycling, swimming and tennis.

Industry: Construction & building services

Event Type: Technical Visit

16 August 2012 18:30 to 21:00

Spaces are very limited for the tour and places MUST be booked in advance. We will meet at the Avon gorge hotel where we will draw names out of the hat to see who goes on what tour.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

13 June 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Come along to the Bath and Bristol Young members committee meeting to find out more about what we do in the area and get involved in organising events for young engineers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

22 May 2012 18:30 to 21:00

Based on the popular BBC Question Time programme, Engineers’ Question Time in Swindon gives attendees the opportunity to ask representatives from local government, education and industry, questions about science, engineering and technology in general and the future of engineering in particular. Attendees are encouraged to enter questions when registering or they can be asked on the night. A lively discussion is expected.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: AGM

17 May 2012 18:30 to 22:00

Come along and join in the fun!

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Committee Meeting

09 May 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Due to the AGM being moved to the 17th of May.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

26 April 2012 18:30 to 20:00

Whether you have a professional or educational interest, or if you simply enjoy British sporting success, find out more about the engineering behind sporting excellence at this entertaining and informative presentation.

Industry: Research & development

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 April 2012 18:00 to 20:00

Monday 23rd April 2012, 18:00 for 18:30 start Queens Building, University of Bristol, University Walk, Bristol BS8 1TS The event is FREE and open to all. No pre-booking required. Finger buffet and drinks after the event

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Competition Event

23 April 2012 18:00 to 21:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

19 April 2012 19:00 to 21:00

This free evening lecture will be given by David Mitchell, Chief Programme Engineer on the Range Rover Evoque.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

19 April 2012 18:30 to 20:30

LECTURE “One planet; too many people?” by Dr. Tim Fox

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

18 April 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Talk

16 April 2012 19:00 to 20:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

16 April 2012 18:30 to 20:00

The Western region are looking to recruit new committee members for both the regional and young member panels. Come along to a meet and greet on Monday 16th April at 6.30pm for your chance to find out what is involved in a local group and how volunteering for your Institution means you can really give something back to the profession.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

16 April 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 April 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

26 March 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Debate

22 March 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Panal of industry luminaries will discuss motorsport technology and the wider automotive sector.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

21 March 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Talk

21 March 2012 19:00 to 20:00

This presentation will provide an overview of the challenges that have been overcome in the quest to commercialise this technology.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

21 March 2012 18:30 to 20:00

The Defence Academy (http://www.da.mod.uk) is the UK's Defence higher education establishment, responsible for post-graduate education for members of the UK Armed Forces and MOD Civil Servants. Cranfield University (http://www.cranfield.ac.uk/cds) is the academic partner at the Defence Academy in the fields of science, engineering, technology and management. The Defence Capability Centre is an exceptional facility that brings real military hardware such as armoured vehicles together with synth

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Committee Meeting

14 March 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

07 March 2012 18:00 to 20:30

This Event has been postponed.

Industry: Process Industries

Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

03 March 2012 10:00 to 16:00

Please book workshop attendance at the address below as there are limited spaces available. Spaces will be given on a first come first served basis.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 February 2012 18:30 to 20:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 February 2012 18:15 to 20:15

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Competition Event

23 February 2012 18:00 to 20:00

The Communication in Engineering Competition is for undergraduates and recent graduates. Come and give a technical presentation on a topic of your choice with the chance of winning a top prize!

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

22 February 2012 19:00 to 20:00

Industry: Aerospace materials and structures

Event Type: Professional Development Event

15 February 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional Development Event

09 February 2012 18:30 to 20:00

One of our key goals as a Young Member’s Panel is to provide low cost training that counts towards professional development and CPD, which this course is.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

08 February 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

26 January 2012 19:00 to 21:00

The annual chairman's address will provide insight into whether the automobile can make a contribution to reducing carbon emissions.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Competition Event

23 January 2012 17:00 to 19:00

Young Members present papers.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Social Event

12 January 2012 19:30 to 23:00

Come along and celebrate a successful year. Meet some like minded engineers for a bit of networking and fun over a curry! Will be a short talk on how some students made a submarine.

Industry: Lean & agile manufacturing

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 January 2012 19:30 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

11 January 2012 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Committee Meeting

09 January 2012 18:00 to 20:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

12 December 2011 17:00 to 20:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

07 December 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Seminar

05 December 2011 08:30 to 09 December 2011 17:00

TRIZ is a proven process for solving problems, generating new ideas and developing systems quciker, cheaper and more inventively than traditional methods.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Technical Lecture

01 December 2011 19:30 to 21:30

This free evening lecture will be given by Matthew Welsh, head of development, on the exciting 2011 Morgan Three Wheeler.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

29 November 2011 18:00 to 19:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Annual Dinner

25 November 2011 17:30 to 22:00

‘You don’t go into these projects with the consequences of failure in mind – it’s much more about the opportunity to achieve. And if it does something for the country in the process, then it is truly worthwhile.’ Entertain clients and celebrate your staff’s achievements by hearing from Richard Noble, Bloodhound project director, and taking a tour of the technical centre. Then join us for dinner on board the Victorian steamer SS Great Britain and have the chance to tour the ship. 17:30 -

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

25 November 2011 13:15 to 14:00

2 East, Room 3.1 Bath BA2 7AY

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 November 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

09 November 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

08 November 2011 18:30 to 20:30

There now exist complex chemical hydrides that store hydrogen with hydrogen concentrations that are well above 10 wt%. However, these materials have slow desorption kinetics and many release other chemicals such as ammonia or borazine which would poison a fuel cell. Many are also difficult to handle in that they degrade rapidly in air. These issues can be solved using nanotechnology. The coaxial electrospinning process is simple and industrially scalable. This technology can produce a relativel

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

31 October 2011 18:30 to 21:00

2011 Prestige Lecture: The Eurocopter X3 Hybrid Helicopter - Making High Speed Cost-Effective

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

20 October 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Overview of the development of the new Mclaren MP4-12C.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

19 October 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Reliability for engineering (SRG)

Event Type: Technical Lecture

17 October 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

04 October 2011 19:00 to 20:30

Western Region Panel Meeting. Penny Bosman, Volunteer Development Executive, Institution of Mechanical Engineers will be on hand to update members and answer questions

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

28 September 2011 19:00 to 21:30

Measurement-while-drilling (MWD) systems employ instrumented drill collars and a downhole-to-surface data telemetry system to provide wellbore directional surveys, petrophysical well logs and drilling information in real time while drilling.

Industry: Coal / Oil / Gas

Event Type: Technical Lecture

28 September 2011 18:30 to 21:00

How easy is it to get off our fossil fuel habit? How does our current energy consumption compare with our sustainable energy options? How can we make energy plans that add up? This talk will offer a straight-talking assessment of the numbers, and will present the DECC 2050 Pathways Calculator

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

21 September 2011 13:00 to 16:00

The Forensic group has recently had £1M investment into new analytical equipment, this tour will provide a flavour of the capabilities within the group.

Industry: Research & development

Event Type: Talk

20 September 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Face down. Head first. 90mph. 5 G’s. And chin inches from the floor down a tunnel of ice…THAT’S SKELETON!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

14 September 2011 19:00 to 21:30

We live in a universe perfectly suited to our existence, which is filled with galaxies, stars, planets and the molecular building blocks of life. On planet Earth, single celled life exists in rocks, ice and boiling water, suggesting that such life would be impossible to destroy before our Sun becomes a red-giant. Yet the universe seems to be silent, suggesting that technologically advanced life might be very rare. We will see how new planets are being found and how we might identify life. We wil

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

12 September 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Efficient railway engineering can significantly improve the bottom line of a railway business. This requires sound railway business management connected with well developed engineers. Drawing from experience with a wide range of railway businesses and projects, this address will demonstrate the value of connecting engineering decisions with the joined-up management of rail revenue and cost. It will also address the importance of opportunities for professional development of railway engineers

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Seminar

20 July 2011 14:00 to 16:00

This workshop is for: - Recent BEng graduates who wish to apply for CEng registration - Recent HNC or Foundation Degree students who wish to apply for IEng registration - Mentors and Line Managers who manage graduates and develop progression routes - Post Graduate University teaching staff and course leaders who wish to understand the demand for individual Masters modules - Anyone interested in gaining an understanding of UK-SPEC academic benchmark requirements The session will begin at 2

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

20 July 2011 10:30 to 14:00

This workshop is for new and experienced Professional Review Interviewers, Industrial Advisors and anyone interested in volunteering as a Professional Review Interviewer. The session will begin at 10:30am with registration from 10:00am. The session concludes with lunch from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Attendees will be given updates on the assessment process and real case studies will be discussed. Attendees will be encouraged to share their assessment experiences. The workshop is free to attend.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: AGM

06 June 2011 19:00 to 21:00

The AGM for the Western Region will this year include a presentation to members in the Region who have achieved Corporate Membership (C.Eng) or F.Eng status. Alan King from the IMechE will also present on further career development.

Industry: Management

Event Type: Social Event

20 May 2011 19:00 to 22:00

Home to the lords of the manor of Clevedon for centuries, the core of the house is a remarkable survival from the medieval period. The house was purchased by Abraham Elton in 1709 and it is still the much-loved family home of his descendants today. Note: the Elton family opens and manages the property for the National Trust. Source http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-clevedoncourt.htm

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

19 May 2011 19:30 to 20:30

After decades of failed mitigation, geo-engineering may give us those extra few years to transition to a low carbon world and prevent any one of the future climate change scenarios we all fear.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

10 May 2011 18:30 to 20:30

LECTURE “Driverless Vehicle Technology” Joint lecture with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 April 2011 17:00 to 19:00

The subject for this lecture is the re-construction and introduction of passenger services on the East London Line (ELL). London Underground's former ELL has been completely rebuilt and re-equipped to national rail standards, such that it is effectively a new railway. The first stage opened to the public in April 2010, the second stage to Highbury & Islington opened in February 2011 and the final stage to Clapham Junction via Surrey Quays will open in 2012.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Debate

24 March 2011 18:30 to 19:00

A debate between the some of the industry's biggest hitters, considering the future for premier and 'halo' vehicles in a carbon-conscious market. Event will start with refreshments at 6:30pm. Attendees are asked to register in advance - www.imeche.org/events/L195

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

21 March 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional Development Event

16 March 2011 18:30 to 20:30

INFORMAL GATHERING to explore the mechanics of working within the IMechE Swindon area committee. and how it could assist with your IMechE ambitions followed by a Nomination Meeting

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

15 March 2011 19:00 to 20:30

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

08 March 2011 18:30 to 21:00

The construction of the venues at the Olympic Park in Stratford East London is reaching a climax. There have now been four intensive years of civil engineering and building work to transform the 640-hectare brownfield site into a stunning centre for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012 and then ready for transformation into a beautiful park and place to live in legacy. The challenges - engineering (of all disciplines), logistical and project management - have been immense ut the stage will s

Industry: Management

Event Type: Technical Lecture

22 February 2011 19:00 to 21:00

The International Submarine Races are an event held every other year, and pit nearly 30 teams of enthusiasts against the clock in a 100m drag race at the David Taylor Model Basin, a US Navy testing facility near Washington DC. Four categories of boats are run at the races: one- and two-man, propeller or non-propeller. The University of Bath's involvement began in 2004 with a concept single-person non-prop boat. This talk will introduce the concept of submarine racing, describe the Bath Universi

Industry: Research & development

Event Type: Debate

21 February 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

17 February 2011 10:00 to 11:30

An excellent opportunity to visit Hills Waste Solutions Ltd. Waste Management Facility at their Lower Compton Site. Here you will see recycling of materials collected via their Kerbside collection team in Wiltshire, treatment for wood recycling, composting and water treatment. The tour will end with a view of the Landfill, which is required to manage householders waste not presented for recycling. Please note the tour is limited to 20 persons and places will be allocated on a strictly

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

02 February 2011 19:00 to 20:30

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

01 February 2011 18:30 to 21:00

If you missed our Christmas lecture, the ICE has invited us to join them. The Bloodhound supersonic car (SSC) is one of the most exciting and dynamic engineering challenges going on today. Some of the key challenges will be explored in this lecture by Mark Chapman. This Bloodhound project aims to reach out to young people to encourage them to pursue careers in science, engineering, technology and maths and is an excellent opportunity to enthuse them about engineering. Come along to find out mor

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

27 January 2011 19:00 to 20:30

Jamie Turner from Lotus will speak on their Omnivore engine, a next-generation automotive 2-Stroke Engine with variable compression ratio, Variable Charge Trapping and Direct Fuel Injection. This is a free lecture and no booking is required, please arrive by 7pm at: Room 5 West 2.4 (Pharmacy Building) University of Bath BA2 7AY

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

25 January 2011 19:00 to 21:00

Houses of the future are to be 'zero carbon'. The presentation details the design, development, manufacture and testing of an innovative low carbon house. 'BaleHaus', built on campus at the University of Bath, uses prefabricated straw bale panels. The panels are designed to be load bearing and suitable for housing up to 3 stories high. The panels are manufactured in local 'flying factories' set up close to the building site. Prefabrication improves quality and reduces site construction times. Bu

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

17 January 2011 17:00 to 19:00

Three young members will present their papers: Tahir Mehmood from FGW with: "Night Riviera Parking Brake Renewal - A Simple Engineering Challenge?" Rhalina Sayers from Invensys Rail with: "The Next Giant Leap" Simon Bailey from Network Rail with: "Innovation in Overhead Line Equipment Installation". The winner will receive a prize of £150 and will be recommended for a place in the national YM papers final later in the year.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

16 January 2011 19:00 to 17 January 2011 20:45

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 January 2011 18:30 to 20:30

A presentation hosted by Simon Tansey - Royal Mail Engineering on ‘Postal Automation’ and conducted in conjunction with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). About this event The trial packet and bulk mail processing system being used at Royal Mail's South West Distribution Centre handles packets, bundles, trays and bags of mail. The talk will describe how the system functions and the problems encountered when processing a variety of products simultaneously.

Industry: Machine systems informatics & control

Event Type: Talk

13 December 2010 17:00 to 19:00

A presentation describing the destinations and travelling experiences provided by the Great Railway Journeys company. An evening for members, partners and friends to enjoy followed by a buffet, all in the superb surroundings of Swindon's Steam museum.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

03 December 2010 17:30 to 20:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 November 2010 18:30 to 21:00

HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales are being assembled in Rosyth from units constructed in 6 UK shipyards u the UK supply chain. Designing, building and operating these flagships requires the combined effort of thousands of naval architectsmarine, mechanical, electrical, computer and systems engineers and logisticians. H ow this is all being achieved will be described by the speaker.

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Technical Lecture

22 November 2010 19:30 to 20:45

Presented by David Golding, Programme Sponsor (Electrification), Network Rail This lecture will cover: The business case and environmental case for a rolling programme of main line railway electrification, in general and as applied to specific routes including in the North-West of England, the Midland main Line and the Great Western Main Line. Developments in electrification technology and the work being undertaken to reduce the unit costs of construction. Detailed design and constru

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Careers Event

22 November 2010 17:30 to 22:00

Railways are a growth industry, in Britain and worldwide. Investment in major rail infrastructure projects has been protected in the UK Government’s recent spending review. This event will demonstrate the wide range of opportunities for secure and rewarding careers, for engineers of all disciplines. These employers represent many of the leading employers of graduate mechanical, electrical and civil engineers in the rail industry in Britain. They include: • Network Rail, the nation

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Seminar

03 November 2010 14:00 to 16:00

This workshop is for: - Recent BEng graduates who wish to apply for CEng registration - Recent HNC or Foundation Degree students who wish to apply for IEng registration - Mentors and Line Managers who manage graduates and develop progression routes - Post Graduate University teaching staff and course leaders who wish to understand the demand for individual Masters modules - Anyone interested in gaining an understanding of UK-SPEC academic benchmark requirements The session will begin at 2

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Seminar

03 November 2010 11:00 to 13:00

This workshop is for new and experienced Professional Review Interviewers, Industrial Advisors and anyone interested in volunteering as a Professional Review Interviewer. The session will begin at 11:00am with registration from 10:30am. The session concludes with lunch from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Attendees will be given updates on the assessment process and real case studies will be discussed. Attendees will be encouraged to share their assessment experiences. The workshop is free to attend.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

01 November 2010 18:30 to 21:00

Richard Varvill is a co-founder and Technical Director of Reaction Engines Ltd, developing the Sabre hybrid rocket engine and the Skylon spaceplane. He previously worked in the Advanced Projects department at Rolls-Royce, notably on the HOTOL RB545 engine. Currently there is a great deal of European interest in more affordable space access. Skylon offers the prospect of the UK leading the way for the next generation of Space Launch Systems. Richard will give an insight into the key technol

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Visit

27 October 2010 11:00 to 13:00

With ASI being an approved specialised aircraft decommissioning and recovery company this is an excellent opportunity for members to see how such work is undertaken at Cotswold Airport. Note: Spaces are very limited and reserved on a first come first serve basis. Transport will be provided from Swindon at 10.15hrs.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

25 October 2010 17:00 to 19:00

The UK rail industry is currently rolling out a new secure communications system to the UK rail network. GSM-R forms the voice element of this network and will deliver an inter-operable replacement for both NRN and CSR. The presentation will review the history of the GSM-R project to date, from the initial system development through the Strathclyde trial to the current national roll out of the GSM-R network and equipped rolling stock.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Seminar

28 September 2010 08:30 to 17:00

In an increasingly competitive business environment, innovation is fundamental to engineering success and there is a growing need for companies to make low-risk, highly effective changes to their products and systems. TRIZ is a proven process for solving problems, generating new ideas and developing systems more quickly, cheaply and inventively than traditional methods. The TRIZ thinking tools are a rigorous and systematic approach for understanding and solving any problem; its principal tool

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Technical Lecture

27 September 2010 17:00 to 19:00

This year's address will focus on identifying the positives out of a slow economy, and making the most of existing assets. The economy is struggling; the supply chain uncertain and some assets could remain in service much longer than some had anticipated. Energy and commodity pricing is increasing, and globalisation has resulted in some surprising effects. This presents opportunities and challenges that industry professionals and particularly engineers can influence to good effect.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

20 September 2010 19:15 to 21:00

Western Joint Branch A Joint Branch of the RINA and the IMarEST The Royal Navy is the world leader in the electric propulsion of its warships and this lecture will provide an insight into the rationale underpinning this situation. Briefly describing some of the earliest Naval electric propulsion systems, the author will move rapidly to the present day explaining how the advent of modern power lectronics and electrical systems has enabled the adoption of this concept in a variety of Naval an

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

08 September 2010 13:00 to 16:00

Afternoon visit to the Science Museum Library ar Wroughton and Tour of Hangar D4 (Part of the Science Museum's Large Objects store) For information on what is in hangar D4 use the following link http://www.petergoodearl.co.uk/laceygreen/days/wroughton/hangard4/index.htm For updates on all Science Museum news and events sign up to their free e-newsletter at www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

27 June 2010 08:00 to 17:00

Greenpower Electric Car Racing for Schools Western Region Heat

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Social Event

21 May 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Grape to glass. A talk on wine followed by buffet supper.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

18 May 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

29 April 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

29 April 2010 19:00 to 22:00

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

27 April 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Award Presentation

19 April 2010 18:30 to 21:00

IMechE Western Aerospace Centre 2010 Prize Evening

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: AGM

14 April 2010 19:00 to 21:00

"Routes to Professional Registration and Beyond" An evening for anyone working professionally in Mechanical Engineering, who is considering applying for MIMechE and CEng status.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

12 April 2010 16:45 to 19:00

A lecture by Professor Andrew McNaughton, Chief Engineer, High Speed Two Limited. High Speed Rail has been developed successfully in Europe and Asia to enable a step change in journey times and reliability over conventional rail and provide a genuine alternative to short haul air and long distance motorway modes. The technology is becoming standardised - but how it is used depends on the nature, size and economic needs of each country in question. It is these questions that HS2 was set up b

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

18 March 2010 19:00 to 21:30

Formula One is famous for a high-technology product developed at break-neck speed and applied in one of the most competitive markets that exists. Having worked in this demanding environment for over 17 years and with more than 10 years experience as either Chief Engineer or Technical Director, Jon will draw out a number of key lessons that can be learnt from how this is done. Now running his own engineering business developing fly-wheel based automotive hybrid technology Jon will show how F1 tec

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

17 March 2010 18:30 to 20:30

Nomination Meeting and talk "Geo-engineering and Adaptation - Components in an integrated engineering response to climate change?"

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

15 March 2010 16:45 to 19:00

Ross Bradley, Head of Innovation at Knorr-Bremse and Sanjay Albert, also from Knorr-Bremse, will present a paper on the latest innovations in freight wagon wheel damage protection technology. The four parts of this topic will be: Market drivers for the innovation. Details of the innovative technology. Barriers encountered in the development and certification process. Outline of how barriers are being overcome.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 March 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

09 March 2010 19:00 to 21:00

The South West of England has had a rich heritage in aviation over the last 100 years. Starting in 1910 with the first flight of the Sir George White Box-kite, through to the imperious Concorde and latterly to the largest commercial aircraft ever built, the Airbus A380. Neil will review this glorious heritage and look at the famous aircraft, people and companies involved in the Aviation world, interlaced with anecdotes and stories which make the world of aviation so interesting.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Professional Development Event

03 March 2010 09:30 to 16:15

Existing e-MPDS mentors are recommended to attend one of these regional seminars to develop their awareness reinforce their understanding of the role and update their mentoring skills. Companies who would like to become accredited will receive all the practical guidance necessary for achieving accreditation. The seminars are a great networking event for mentors, HR and training staff alike, providing an excellent opportunity for the exchange of ideas and to develop best practice. The syn

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 February 2010 19:00 to 22:00

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Professional Development Event

17 February 2010 19:00 to 21:00

An evening for anyone working professionally in Mechanical Engineering, who is considering applying for MIMechE and CEng status. Alan King, Regional Manager, will give a talk on the membership process, options and advice on individual cases.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

17 February 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Process Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

10 February 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Defence

Event Type: Talk

12 January 2010 19:00 to 21:00

Joint meeting with IET Swindon Branch

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 January 2010 16:45 to 19:00

An evening of papers presented by some of our young members. Further details will be given nearer the date.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 December 2009 16:45 to 19:00

David Kent, President of the Welsh Highland Railway, will present a slide show illustrating the challenges faced and solutions created in the rebuilding of this 2 foot gauge line through a National Park forest, a tourist village, an iconic river gorge and then out over a reclaimed river estuary. All this on an alignment designed (sort of) in 1922 to get the train down from the summit of the line at over 650 feet in the shortest distance, then race for Porthmadog to connect end on with the Festin

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

02 December 2009 19:00 to 21:00

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Talk

02 December 2009 19:00 to 21:00

The lecture will provide an overview of this emerging market, describing the drivers, technologies, and the challenges faced. The lecturer will describe his experiences in the development, industrialization, and implementation of a key technology within this market – namely a novel pyrolysis / gasification system.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Annual Dinner

27 November 2009 18:30 to 23:00

Full details of this event will be found on the poster which is attached.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

19 November 2009 18:30 to 19:00

Lecture to be given by Ashley Kells, Intelligent Energy

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Visit

18 November 2009 10:00 to 15:00

Transport provided, members pay for tour visit and lunch (£14) Register by 4th November

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Technical Lecture

16 November 2009 16:45 to 19:00

The new Class 172 Turbostar enters service next year and only 18% of it is the same as previous builds. The design seeks to offer more performance while enhancing rail's green credentials, which has meant some radical changes. Porterbrook's other "green" venture, the Parry People Mover, is now in service, surely the most energy efficient vehicle on the UK railway. But should we be building DMU's at all with electrification back on the agenda? Ian Walmsley, Porterbrook's Engineering Developmen

Industry: Railway