EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Machining Science

The IDC in Machining Science was a unique collaboration between the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) and the Faculty of Engineering.

The grant for the IDC Machining Science is now closed. Please take a look at the brochure celebrating the work we did and watch the videos to learn about the careers of our fantastic Alumni.

IDC Machining Science Celebration Brochure

This is our celebration brochure to commemorate the closing of the centre.

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Videos from our alumni

Dr Nathan Ray

Nathan began his project in 2013, sponsored by Safran Landing Systems (formerly Messier-Bugatti-Dowty). As well as the technical research perspective, he enjoyed personal development provided by the centre in a broad range of interpersonal skills that are invaluable in many different career paths.

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Dr Matt Brown

Matt began his project in 2016, sponsored by Rolls-Royce and Seco Tools. It focussed on developing a non-destructive method for microstructural machined surface integrity inspection. The supervisory team were able to apply for an international patent (No PCT/GB2020/050795) on the X-ray diffraction technique they developed, a first for the centre.

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Dr Chandula T Wickramarachchi

Chandy began her project in 2015, sponsored by Element Six UK (E6). This involved working closely with the team at E6, the Dynamics Research Group in Mechancial Engineering, and the AMRC to investigate and apply techniques that can automatically detect imminent tool failure.

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Dr Alex Graves

Alex began his project in 2017, sponsored by Sandvik Coromant. He came from a background in physics and enjoyed his time working on his project at Sandvik and AMRC, bridging academia and industry, and also traveling to present his research at various conferences around the world. He now works in R&D for his sponsor company in Sweden.

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Introduction to Machining Science

About Us

The IDC provides EngD and PhD training with a focus on machining science. Our aim is to bring together the brightest engineering postgraduates, academic expertise and industrial partners to develop new technologies and skills for the benefit of all partners.

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