The Engineering Festival - Imperial War Museum Duxford 16 October 2013 Engineering Festival from 09:30-15:30.
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The Engineering Festival Imperial War Museum Duxford 16 October 2013 Engineering Festival from 09:30-15:30. Booked activities 10:00-15:00. Museum open until 18:00. Age 15-18 years.
This event is organised by STEM Team East and run in partnership with the Department of Learning at IWM Duxford. About the Day The Engineering Festival is a regional event for students to witness and learn of the importance and strength of engineering and its place in future global development and impact around the world. This event is a window on engineering, by engineers, for the engineers of the future. The day will have exhibits, talks and the chance for students to ‘be an engineer’ as they engage in creative, problem solving activities that challenge whilst being enjoyable with defined, successful outcomes. All activities will be led by engineers to show the enthusiasm that engineers have for their careers! The event is suitable for students aged 15+ years and supports Work Related Learning and offers Information, Advice and Guidance on STEM Careers. Students studying Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Design and Technology, Chemistry and Computer Science should attend. The Engineering Festival takes place at Imperial War Museum Duxford within Air Space among aircraft which tell the story of British and Commonwealth aviation and the status of aviation engineering through the years. Hosted in this impressive museum of Engineering, the event is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn through engagement with todays Engineers. Key features of the day will be the latest in CAD, 3D printing and prototyping, computer science, mathematical modelling and the chance to meet and talk with leading Engineering Employers in the region. Student engineering workshops, short talks and discussion based activities are provided by STEM Team East, and by external providers including Bosch Rexroth , ARM, STRobotics, PA Consulting, IT IS 3D, Acoustical Control Engineers, Marshall Aerospace, TWI, Lockheed Martin and Aeronautical Research Association, Cambridge University, to name a few. The day starts with an opening address. In addition there are talks that give an overview of where science and engineering are taking us in global development of this new world we are engineering as well as the everyday engineering that surrounds us. As well as the Engineers running workshops and activities, students will have the opportunity to talk to Engineers from a wide range of different engineering fields in our ‘Career Corridor’. The engineering represented on the day includes: robotics, electronics, systems control, bioengineering, structural, mechanics, acoustics, design, civil, aeronautics and haptic engineering. The types of industries and fields of engineering include: energy supply and production, water, space, aircraft, aerospace, security systems, electronics goods, transport, communication and construction. Qualifications information will be provided by The University of Cambridge, Anglia Ruskin University, IPEM, Cambridge Regional College, University Technical Colleges - Cambridge and Norwich. IMechE. Our Sponsors : Rexroth Bosch , The Ogden Trust, Feabhas, IWM Duxford, Microsoft Research , IMechE 2
Student Engineering Workshops Company Workshop Off- Shore Structures TWI is one of the world’s foremost independent research and technology organisations, with expertise in solving problems in all aspects of manufacturing, fabrication and whole-life integrity management technologies. (Heather Clarke’s and Moji’s projects). Offshore Structures. The Welding Institute Younger Members' Committee have launched a new workshop for the Engineering Festival, organised by the Science Technology Engineering Mathematics (STEM) Network. The workshop, for students aged 16 and over, provides an exciting opportunity for those interested in engineering related topics. With activities ranging from presentations and videos to hands-on activities, the event aims to provide an understanding as to how Engineers analyse offshore structures. The event will feature live demonstrations such as the use of water tanks to show loading on an offshore structure, magnetic particle inspection to reveal flaws in specimens, as well as using TWI developed software. Providing an engaging, hands-on approach to Engineering, this really is an event that cannot be missed. 8 students – 2.5 hr activity RapMan 3D Prototyping and 3D Printing IT IS 3D. Engineers work with teams of students with the RapMan and other 3D printers to produce their own 3D models by 3D printing. They will also bring their CNC machines and promise an in depth, engaging, immersive, experience for all students. 1½ hr activity, 17 students per session 3 sessions. Mechanical + Software Engineering for Robotics STRobotics make robotic arms and present their Robotics Challenge kit for schools that will offer students an experience of mechanical and software engineering. 1½ hr activity, 10 students per session, 3 sessions. Talk and workshop on Graphene Graphene is a single atomic layer of graphite; tightly bonded carbon atoms organised into a hexagonal lattice. The Carbon in Graphene has a thickness of 0.345Nm. These properties give Graphene extraordinary strength, electricity and heat conduction. This workshop allows students to isolate and visually examine Graphene and learn about its properties from a leading Cambridge University Engineer. Dr Matt Cole - CEng, CPhys, FIoN, PhD (Cantab), MEng (Oxon), MIET, MIEEE, MInstP, AHEA Isaac Newton Trust Research Fellow, University of Cambridge 1 hr activity :10 students – 3 sessions 3
Company Workshop Drive and Control Systems Bosch Rexroth is one of the leading specialists in drive and control technologies. The company supplies tailored solutions for driving, controlling and moving. This interactive demo/workshop will challenge the students to think about Power, Output and Efficiency and Control of Drive Systems 1 hr activity, 15 students per session, 4 sessions. PA Consulting - Raspberry Pi Challenge Students will have the opportunity to learn to use the Raspberry Pi computer and operate a variety of sensors and control a number of outputs –all in preparation for the company’s Competition, which has a £1000 prize. 1½ hr activity, 20 students per session, 3 sessions 3D prints/WAAM and other LM items. Demonstration of 3D prints/WAAM and other LM items. Students can use a 3D visualisation suite with some excellent technology that offers interaction . 1 hr activity, 16 students , 4 sessions Mathematical Modeling Adept Scientific specialize in hardware and software for engineering, scientific and research applications. Workshop on mathematical modelling using Maplesoft Software 1½ hr activity, 10 ( working in pairs) per session, 3 sessions Hills Road Sixth Form College Robotics Demonstration The Hills Road Sixth Form College Robot team will showcase their Robo Challenge robots and engage students in their operation. Drop in - Demo starts at the beginning of every hour 4 sessions Mr Mike Stephens Programming with Python Mike Stephens works for Frontier Developments – Frontier Developments Frontier has built a uniquely diverse track record comprising games that have defined genres, been critically acclaimed and sold many millions of copies. This Python workshop has been developed by Mr Mike Stevens for students with little or no experience in using Python. It is supported by Engineers from Redgate 1.5 hr activity, 14 students, 3 sessions - Single student workshop. 4
Civil Engineering A construction build using newspaper rods to make sturdy structures applying the principles of civil engineering (by Jeremy King (STEM in Schools consultant). The activity will be led by Ramboll Engineers Drop in Engineering in the Royal Navy An opportunity for students to take part in hands-on activities related to engineering in the Royal Navy and find out about the varied engineering careers available - be it marine engineering or weapons, ships, submarines or aircraft. 1½ hr activity, 16 students per session, 3 sessions. Computer Graphics – STEM activities with GeoGebra -CCITE The session consists of a short talk about mathematical techniques for Computer graphics, animations and CAD, followed up by a hands-on workshop using free GeoGebra mathematics software which students and teachers can download after the event. The session is led by CCITE’s founder, Prof Adrian Oldknow, and its Educational Development Director, Dr. Tony Houghton. See http://ccite.org to learn more about CCITE. 1½ hr activity, 10 students per session, 3 sessions. Alan Crooks Crane Design and Build Camtion provides consultancy and project management services in the fields of automation and instrumentation The activity designed by Dr Alan Crooks will use “teko” kits to make cranes. 1. The crane must be freestanding and it must fit within the 1 metre square lift zone. 2. It must be actuated by a rotating mechanism powered by either one single hand of a manual operator OR by the supplied electrical motor. Apart from the operators hand, nobody else is allowed to touch the crane. 3. Students must stop working on their cranes and attend both the prototype and final test sessions 1½ hr activity, 16 students (working in pairs) per session, 3 sessions. Electronic Engineering- The Drawdio The Drawdio is a simple musical synthesizer that uses the conductive properties of pencil graphite to create different sounds while you draw. It works by completing an electrical circuit with graphite and the human MIT Media Laboratory , body. Students will apply their soldering skills to populate PCB boards as America. well as learning how the sound is produced This activity is provided by STEM Team East and led by Redgate Engineers 1½ hr activity, 15 students per session, 3 sessions. 5
Mbed Robot Racing ARM Holdings is the world's leading semiconductor intellectual property (IP) supplier and as such is at the heart of the development of digital electronic products. This workshop introduces students to programming to race the robot on a track 1½ hr activity, 20 students per session working in pairs, 3 sessions CAD, Simulation and CAD/CAM AutoDesk 123D Make/CREO 1 Engineering Design and Simulation. Using CAD to produce virtual experiments to build up simulations . There are two different workshops running here. One with AutoDesk 123D Make and the other with CREO which will be linked to production on a laser cutter. 1½ hr activity, 14 students per session, 3 sessions. Micro-Controller projects based on the Arduino The Arduino can be used to develop interactive DT projects and with it students will learn some programming on a need to know basis and be guided through some electronics . This workshop has been developed by Mr Philip Lowndes and led by Mr Ralph Betts 2 hr activity, 16 students per session, 2 sessions. Aircraft Research Association Aircraft Design ARA is an independent research and development organisation offering a range of specialist services, including Experimental Aerodynamics, Computational Aerodynamics, Design and Manufacture. This activity is provided by ARA. Students will make a light aircraft which can be tested into flight, powered by air motors. Led by Dr Mark Quinn and Mr. Steve Jones 1½ hr activity, 16 students ( working in pairs) per session, 3 sessions Raspberry Pi Workshop The Raspberry Pi is a credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It is a capable little PC which can be used for many of the tasks performed by a desktop PC, like spreadsheets, word-processing and games. It also plays high-definition video. The activity will complement the PA Consulting Raspberry Pi workshops and will cover : ‘What is Linux?’ coding and using the Raspberry Pi to operate sensors 1¼ hr activity, 20 students, 3 sessions Civil Engineering Bridges around the UK Prof. Harry Marsh This is a civil engineering activity. Students will be constructing a replica model of a modern bridge in the UK under the supervision of Prof Harry Marsh. In parallel, Charles Tallack will run a CAD workshop on bridge design with a test simulation. Students should attend both activities. 1½ hr activity, 16 students per session, 3 sessions + drop in 6
Satellites This activity has been designed and developed by STEM Team East. Students booked on this activity need to attend a talk on Satellites in the auditorium at 10:00. They will design and make a circuit and chassis to hold and control the angle of two solar panels on a model satellite . Details of the talk below . The activity is led by Dr Emma Forbes- Laird Satellite Technology – Engineering for Every day Life Satellites have become more and more crucial to our modern day lives, and yet they have to operate in the harsh environment of space. This talk will give an overview of some of the engineering challenges which have to be conquered to launch and operate satellites. 1.5hr activity, 10 students , 2 sessions Building a Brick Arch Learn about the importance of the arch in Bridge Design throughout the centuries. The Activity is provided and led by Peter Halford Drop in Hybrid Cars Students will build up electrical circuits to understand the circuitry in an electric car and then using a ‘hybrid car simulator box’ study the fuel to electric hybrid conversion. 1½ hr activity, 12 students per session, 3 sessions Specialism: Advanced Engineering and Energy Skills Norfolk UTC will bring together rigorous academic study and critical thinking skills with robust practical hands-on technical skills – the skills required to forge a career in the UTC’s specialist sectors and the ability to “think like an engineer”. Norwich UTC are providing an activity on compressed air service and repair . 1 hr activity, 20 students per session, 4 sessions - Drop in Specialism: Bio-medical Science & Technology and Environmental Science & Technology The UTC Cambridge will provide outstanding and inspirational educational opportunities for learners aged 14-19, linked to the globally-recognised growth industries of biomedical science and environmentally sustainable products and services (the Cleantech cluster) located in the Cambridge region. Wind Tunnel - Aerodynamics Study Marshall Aerospace & Defense Group operates in the aerospace and defense sector; providing customers with the services they require, be they in the air, on the ground or at sea. A study of Aerodynamics and lift in a wind tunnel . Design and test an aerofoil and study the physics of aerodynamics 1½ hr activity, 10 students , 3 sessions 7
How Do We Make Driving Less Costly -Engineering Research at ARU – Professor Hassan Shirvani presents the research work of Anglia Ruskin University Department of Engineering and the Built Environment Drop In Acoustical Control Engineers Ltd Acoustic Properties in Buildings Control / Belair Research Ltd Engineers need to consider the acoustic properties of buildings for a number of reasons; good acoustic properties for sound broadcast in halls and theatres, reduction of noise levels within or from the exterior sources. This activity explains the physics of acoustics and explores the measures engineers take to improve acoustic properties and insulation using a model room in which students alter the insulations levels and measure the dB range from an Mp4 player . 1½ hr activity, 10 students , 3 sessions makespace Makespace is the FabLab rapid prototyping workshop concept in Cambridge. It creates a community space to promote design, creativity and entrepreneurship. It is a meeting place, training space and community workshop kitted out with CNC CAD, laser cutters, electronics development support etc. Demonstrations e-Luminate® Foundation e-Luminate Foundation is committed to inspire and promote creative solutions to todays energy efficiency challenges, closing the gap between users and energy/lighting innovators and making this world a brighter place for all. Through a series of installations, workshops, walks and concerts, the annual festival celebrates light, creativity and innovation; it provides a platform exhibiting talent as well as the cities landmarks, unique architecture and history, whilst having a positive impact on the local economy. Taking place in February, the Festival offers visitors of all ages the chance to discover Cambridge after dark in a brand new light Polysolar Ltd. Polysolar is an award winning developer of Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) architectural glazing. Offering an alternative to conventional building envelope cladding, for both retrofit and new build projects, the Polysolar multifunctional Solar PV Glass delivers efficient renewable energy generation combined with energy saving attributes, at a marginal additional installed cost per square meter to traditional building materials. Working in collaboration with Solvay, Pilkington and CPI, the company is creating truly transparent photovoltaic glazing units as a direct replacement for conventional windows. Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group —Aero Academy Marshall Aerospace is one of Europe’s leading aerospace companies. They offer world-class engineering capabilities for the design and build, equipping, conversion and modification, manufacture, maintenance, testing and integrated support of civil, business and military aircraft. At their Aero Academy the Foundation Degree in Aerospace Engineering (MRO) is delivered in partnership with Kingston University. There are also Advanced Apprenticeship 8
Mathworks – showcase of the school project for BloodHound data MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of technical computing, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a graphical environment for simulation and Model-Based Design for multidomain dynamic and embedded systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these product families to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, electronics, financial services, biotech-pharmaceutical, and other industries. MathWorks products are also fundamental teaching and research tools in the world's universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 2800 people in 15 countries, with headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA. For additional information, visit www.mathworks.co.uk A maths project for schools will be on display Medical Engineering / Supported by IPEM Addenbrooke’s is a government-designated biomedical research centre, one of only five academic health science centres in the UK, a partner in the development of the Cambridge Biomedical Campus They will present careers in Medical Devices and Medical Engineering with a chance to see and test out some equipment Medical Resonance Imaging Project for Schools. This A Level project has been developed by STEM Team East and Dr Ansorge of the Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge. We are seeking funding to make it available to schools. It allows students to establish the magnetic field conditions for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. View the work produced by an A level this summer Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine IPEM is the professional organisation for physicists, clinical and biomedical engineers and technologists working in medicine and biology Physicists, engineers and technologists play vital roles in delivering our healthcare. IPEM is the professional organisation that represents this workforce. We are a charity with over 4,000 members from healthcare, academia and industry. Our members help to ensure that patients are correctly diagnosed and safely treated for illnesses such as cancer and stroke. They also maintain and manage medical equipment such as MRI and ultrasound scanners, X- ray machines, drug delivery systems and patient monitors. Their research and innovation leads to new technologies and methods that improve on existing medical treatments. They provide new solutions that enable older people and patients with injuries or long-term conditions to complete everyday tasks. Opportunities in the Bio-Sciences and the Healthcare Professions Jenny Tillotson Smart Fashion – Intelligent Clothing Reader, Sensory Fashion at Engaged in the highest level of sensory fashion and textile research for wellbeing and Central Saint Martins healthcare applications. Her company Sensory Design & Technology Ltd is associated with College Of Art and Design, the Institute of Biotechnology. London 9
Bloodhound SSC School Projects based on the Land Speed Record Car Career Corridor – Exhibitions + Employer Engagement Opportunities. Company Product Innovation, Design and Development Their specific expertise is in energy, financial services, life sciences and healthcare, manufacturing, government and public services, defence and security, telecommunications, transport and logistics. Civil Engineering Design and Consultancy Ramboll is a leading civil engineering design and consultancy company. The company believes strongly in promoting sustainable development and works throughout the world. IMechE Careers information for Mechanical Engineering Engineering Courses at CRC Cambridge University Department of Engineering The chance to find out about studying Engineering at University Courses available at Norwich UTC npower Apprenticeship Scheme careers exhibit focusing on apprenticeships with npower Out of this World Rocketry for schools Learning Engineering in the Water Industry Anglian Water cleans water to the highest standard, delivers it to millions of homes and businesses while balancing the requirements of this precious resource with nature and agricultural needs. Further still, they do all this while continuingly striving to minimise the environmental impacts of their operations 10
Construction Industry The Costain Group is one of the UK’s leading engineering solutions providers, delivering integrated consulting, project delivery and operations and maintenance services to major blue-chip customers in targeted market sectors. They deliver solutions across Infrastructure (highways, rail, power and airports) and Natural Resources (water, nuclear process, waste and hydrocarbons and chemicals). Increasingly they provide consultancy and maintenance as well as construction. Software Development Redgate are running the Electronic Pencil, Raspberry Pi activities and supporting the Programming in Python workshop . Since 1999, Red Gate Software has produced ingeniously simple tools for over 500,000 technology professionals worldwide. They currently specialize in MS SQL Server, .NET, and Oracle tools. Their philosophy is to design highly usable, reliable tools that solve the problems of DBAs and developers. URS is a world leading engineering and environmental consultants, offering professional planning, engineering and architectural design, environmental, construction and programme and construction management services throughout the UK and Ireland, Continental Europe, India, the Middle East, the Americas and Asia/Pacific regions. Breathing Buildings Breathing Buildings was formed as a spin out company from the University of Cambridge in 2006, following the discovery and development of the proprietary low energy e-stack mixing ventilation system Breathing Buildings was set up to develop and commercialize this low energy ventilation system. The Breathing Buildings team contributes significantly to research into natural ventilation Construction Engineering and Global Development Engineering and development consultancy serving the public and private sector around the world. – SPEAKERS Time 09:30 – 10:00 Welcome Elizabeth Crilly - STEM Team East ENGINEERING OUR FUTURE Jonny Austin 10:00 – 10:30 Independent Satellite Technology: Engineering for Every Day Life Company Director Emma Forbes-Laird 10:00 – 10:15 Satellites have become more and more crucial to our modern day lives, and yet they have to operate in the harsh environment of space. This talk will give an overview of some of the engineering challenges which have to be conquered to launch and operate satellites. 11
Innovative Carbon Efficient Design - Slavka Harrison MWH Treatment UK The talk shows how engineers developed an innovative solution for water treatment works helping the client in reducing their impact on the environment and global resources by embracing technical 10:15 – 10:30 advancements and challenging convention. 10:30 – 11:00 Engineering Your Future - Mark Dash, Engineering Manager, Factory Automation Division. 11:00 – 11:30 Engineers helping to map the continental interior of Antarctica - Carl Robinson 11:30 – 12:00 Enablen3D Engineering Life - Len Keenan, CEO This talk will introduce students to the emerging field of Synthetic Biology (SynBio). SynBio is increasingly being used in areas such as agriculture, medicine and industry to provide sustainable solutions to things like environmental cleanup, biofuel production and next generation medicines. 12:00 - 12:30 12:00-12:20 Why Most People in Antarctica are Engineers - Michael Rose ENGINEERING OUR FUTURE Jonny Austin 12:20-12:30 12:30 – 01:00 12:30– 12:45 New Manufacturing Technologies This talk explains the new manufacturing technologies that Lockheed Martin are adopting to solve real world situations. Lockheed Martin Engineering To Get You Places – Yasin Hussain 12:45 – 01:00 12
01:00 – 01:30 Engineering in The Theatre Lucy Freeman This talk will give an insight into the engineering required behind the scenes in theatre productions. 01:00 – 01:15 Stepping Stones to Civil Engineering – Will Oldham 01:15 – 01:30 01:30 – 02:00 Engineering the Bloodhound - Luke Bamford The BLOODHOUND SSC engineering adventure provides the opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. The BLOODHOUND Education Programme is available to secondary schools. This talk gives an insight into its breadth and opportunity 02:00 – 02:30 Do you believe, they put a man on the Moon Kevin Deane – Technology Practice – PA Consulting Group Comparing the technology used for the moon landings to the technology available today 02:30 – 03:00 The Cloud of Things and Smart Edge-Connected Devices Richard Wishart 03:00- 03:15 ENGINEERING OUR FUTURE Jonny Austin See below for list of Sponsors and information on STEM Team East 13
Sponsors of the Event Provided the funding to buy the Microscopes and Graphite for the Graphene Workshop Provided funding towards the cost of lunches for the contributors—All of whom are volunteers The Loan of Computers The Loan of Computers Host and Partner of the Engineering Festival 14
Contact: Elizabeth Crilly STEM TEAM East Email: stempoint@stemteameast.org.uk Phone:01223 244240 About Us STEM Team East STEM Team East is an Educational Charity which works in partnership with STEM businesses and educational organisations to provide resources and deliver STEM activities in schools. We provide continued professional development for teachers and manage a number of national schemes for the county. We organise and run annual science fairs and competitions as part of both national and local networks. Our core work is with all Primary and Secondary Schools and Colleges and Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. The charity works to enhance and enrich the delivery of the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum. The Engineering Festival is greatly enhanced by the support of STEM Ambassadors. The STEM Ambassador Scheme is a national scheme initiated by Lord Sainsbury in 2002 and coordinated by STEMNET. STEM Ambassadors are individuals who give their time and expertise to inspire, encourage and help young people progress in STEM and, importantly, raise the scientific literacy and appreciation of STEM among the school population. Ambassadors raise awareness of the potential of STEM careers and STEM related careers and show how STEM underpins all aspects of modern living. As managers of the scheme for Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire, we currently have over 800 registered Ambassadors. Imperial War Museum Duxford Duxford provides a stimulating environment for supporting National Curriculum Programmes of Study for History, Design and Technology, Art, Science, Literacy, Numeracy, PSHE and Citizenship at all key stages, as well as broader cross-curricular topics such as 'Flight'. During pre-booked educational activities, pupils are given 'hands-on' experience of artefacts and other primary sources of evidence, wherever possible, to stimulate their interest in the subject and extend specific skills such as observation, analysis, deduction and justification. Imperial War Museum Duxford offers an extensive learning programme to cater for all ages and a variety of subjects, for formal groups and informal self-directed visitors. We offer stimulating workshops, illustrated talks, tours, handling sessions, role-play scenarios and popular Special Days for History, Science, Engineering and Technology. Our aim is to increase your knowledge and understanding, develop your skills, inspire you and above all give you an enjoyable and memorable day out! Duxford's Education staff are now developing more activities for schools related to Technology and Science. If you wish to discuss your requirements, please contact our Technology Teacher on 01223 499341. 15
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