Research Centres
The Department currently has a number of research centres/institutes which provide a focus for interdisciplinary activities and basic/applied research. The Department has an active agenda to build on its current activities leading to the establishment of national/international research centres within the University.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering currently includes the following internationally renowned research centres:
Institute for Microstructural and Mechanical Process Engineering (IMMPETUS)
IMMPETUS provides scientific underpinning for the development of physically based models to be used in thermomechanical processing of metals. It aims to integrate metallurgical, mechanical and thermal considerations in developing soundly based models for process planning and control to achieve target microstructures and product properties within increasingly fine tolerances and greater efficiency.
Energy and Power Technology Centre (EPTEC)
EPTEC offers an independent solution for assessing complete performance of fuels, lubricants and additives in aircraft engines, including their combustion and effects on emissions.
The Leonardo Centre for Tribology
The Leonardo Centre specialises in research and development in tribology and surface engineering. The key aim of the centre is to carry out world leading research in tribology to support industry and society.
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Composite Systems Innovations Centre
The Composite Systems Innovation Centre (CSIC) is a state-of-the art research centre located at Kroto Research Institute, The University of Sheffield, dedicated to the innovation in the science of composite materials.