Rolls Royce UTC in Combustion System Aerothermal Processes

The Loughborough UTC is widely recognised as a world leading research centre and focusses on the complex aerodynamic processes occurring within gas turbine combustion systems and other related engine components.

Our first-class research is supported by UK Industry and Government and delivered by a specialist research team. Our research income has exceeded £12.6m (2013-2018).

Our mission statement

To provide Rolls-Royce with advances in understanding and design capability in the field of Combustion Aerodynamics and Aerothermal Technology

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About the UTC

Winner of six international and national annual best paper awards.

Over 200 journal publications, over 275 conference papers, and the award of multiple worldwide patents
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Research and facilities

State of the art facilities and leading research expertise for UK industrial partners

Strategic partnership with Rolls-Royce spanning three decades
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Centre for Doctoral Training

Inspiring the next generation of research and industry leaders

World-class multi-disciplinary gas-turbine aerodynamics training delivered by international leading academic and industry experts.

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