Engineering news

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Loughborough scientist reveals secret to perfect bowling score

A Loughborough University scientist has revealed the best way to get a perfect score in tenpin bowling.
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Collaboration uses Loughborough’s vehicle aerodynamic knowledge to enhance Para sport performance

A collaborative project, led by academics at Loughborough University, is using expertise from the field of vehicle aerodynamics and wheelchair design to better support wheelchair racers taking part in the next Paralympics and beyond.
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Loughborough’s Aftrak claims double win at prestigious award ceremony

A Loughborough initiative, that aims to bring affordable green energy and food security to communities across Africa, has claimed two prizes at a prestigious awards ceremony in London.
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Loughborough’s unique, real-world testing could lead to more efficient cars

Repeatable, real-world testing by Loughborough University could see our cars becoming more efficient.
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Wolfson X-Lab Extreme set to become reality thanks to £1.1 million grant

The Wolfson Foundation has awarded a grant of £1.1 million to the University to set up the Wolfson X-Lab Extreme.
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Loughborough input could lead to nationwide heat-pump roll out

Input from Loughborough University could lead to an increasing number of heat-pumps being installed in homes across the country – reducing our reliance on boilers.

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Loughborough expert “not surprised” by Arteta’s Carabao ball comments

A Loughborough University expert says he’s “not surprised” Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has suggested there are differences in the footballs used in the Carabao Cup and the Premier League.
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Computer simulations to aid in Loughborough push for more effective drug delivery

A Loughborough University project will use computer simulations and practical experiments to explore whether there’s a safer, more effective way for smart polymer nanoparticles to be designed for drug delivery and medical imaging.
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Spectral Spaces or Uncanny Places? Loughborough lecturer calls for rekindling of architecture’s intangible connections

A Loughborough University lecturer is calling for a renewed consideration of the relationship between how our buildings are built and the ethereal.
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Jaguar Type 00: the controversial pink car is more in step with the brand’s history than detractors think

At first glance, Jaguar’s new electric Type 00 concept car is surprising, shocking or perhaps even jarring to some. This is largely due to its bright pink colour (it also comes in blue).

Aftrak initiative wins IET Innovation and Excellence Award

A revolutionary off-grid energy project developed by a consortium of Loughborough University, The Consortium for Battery Innovation and Tiyeni has won a prestigious Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Excellence and Innovation award.

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Loughborough lecturer says construction industry can learn from downfall of music-sharing giant

A Loughborough University lecturer believes the construction industry can learn from the downfall of a music-sharing platform more than 20 years ago.
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Experts in Sport: Cycling hour record: the science behind a successful attempt

Loughborough’s Experts in Sport podcast has returned with an in-depth episode looking at how colleagues from across the university came together to help current PhD student Axel Dopfer break the German cycling hour record.
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Museum exhibit showcases Loughborough's excellence in ergonomics & human factors

A museum exhibit developed in collaboration with Loughborough University is showcasing how ergonomics helps human development – from securing Olympic gold medals for Team GB to helping navigate rail stations and delivering progress to latest cancer treatments.
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Loughborough study finds moral judgements among causes of global housing inequality

Research at Loughborough University has found failed policies, marketing dynamics and moral judgements are some of the reasons behind housing inequality globally.
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Unique Loughborough study calls for changes to public toilet design to safeguard public health

A unique Loughborough University study has called for changes to how public toilets are designed in a bid to safeguard public health.
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“We are no longer living in the dark.” – Malawi communities praise impact of Loughborough initiative

People living in rural villages throughout Malawi have praised the impact of a Loughborough University initiative that aims to bring affordable green energy and food security to communities across Africa.
Cyclist Axel Dopfer taking part in his German hour record attempt.

University wide expertise helps Loughborough graduate smash prestigious German hour record

Expertise from across Loughborough University has helped a graduate and elite cyclist smash one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Professor Qiuhua Liang named Royal Academy of Engineering Fellow

Qiuhua Liang, Professor of Water Engineering based in the School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering, has been named one of the 71 new Royal Academy of Engineering Fellows.

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Vice-Chancellor and President of Loughborough University announced as Trustee and Vice-President for the Royal Academy of Engineering

Professor Nick Jennings, Vice-Chancellor and President of Loughborough University, has been announced as a Trustee and Vice-President for the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng).
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Climate experts gather on campus ahead of COP29

UK and international climate experts gathered at Loughborough University last week to explore how global partnerships can drive innovation and accelerate progress in the fight against climate change.

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Loughborough graduate and elite cyclist attempts German hour record, supported by University’s world-class sports ecosystem

On Wednesday 18 September, an elite cyclist and Engineering Masters graduate from Loughborough University, supported by a team combining scientific, engineering, coaching and physiotherapy expertise, will attempt one of the most prestigious records in cycling.
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Royal Academy of Engineering Ingenious award inspires future generations to design inclusive products

Loughborough University has received a Royal Academy of Engineering award for an innovative outreach project to inspire the next generation of engineers to make products and systems that are effective, safe and enjoyable to use.

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New research project to create ultra-lightweight solar cells for space applications

A research collaboration between Loughborough and Cambridge Universities has been set up to develop ultra-lightweight solar cells for use in space applications.

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Sir Robert Martin University Prize awarded to Loughborough Doctoral Researcher

Huyen Le, Doctoral Researcher in the Department of Materials, was recently awarded the Sir Robert Martin University Prize in recognition of her outstanding academic and non-academic achievement.