School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

Research

Optical Engineering Research Group

The Optical Engineering Group is multi-disciplinary and active in all areas of optics and laser technology across a wide range of engineering applications.

Our Aim

From high power laser applications, manufacture of components, through to high precision non-contact measurement of dynamic movements, the Optical Engineering Group uses optics and lasers to solve major engineering problems.

Research Projects

Laser surface engineering

SPARKLE

Single-shot Profilometry

SAI

Our Team

Our Staff

Our Research Opportunities

Our PhD students play a central role in our wide-ranging research activities, making vital contributions to the success of the research itself. Find out more about our current research opportunities.