Royce at the University of Sheffield

We are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to help accelerate university and industry ideas through to an industry production scale in order to meet our global challenges.

Championing Advanced Materials Processing

About Royce at the University of Sheffield

Based across two purpose-built sites, Royce Discovery Centre and Royce Translational Centre.

About us

Supporting your industry

From alloy development, to manufacturing, to characterisation; our team of experts can support your businesses research and development in our state-of-the-art facilities with world-class capabilities.

Aerospace

We offer a collaborative and cutting-edge environment empowering aerospace businesses to push the boundaries of innovation.

Space

Whether you're seeking to develop next-generation materials for spacecraft or pioneering novel propulsion systems, let us be your launchpad to the cosmos.

Automotive

Our state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environment provide a dynamic space for forward-thinking businesses in the automotive industry.

Nuclear

Our world-class facilities include cutting-edge laboratories and simulation capabilities and multidisciplinary approach empower researchers and entrepreneurs to explore novel solutions for both fission and fusion reactors.

Energy

With a rich legacy of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, Royce serves as a catalyst for businesses aiming to revolutionise the energy sector.

Leisure

Our vibrant ecosystem is tailored to support businesses dedicated to shaping the future of the leisure industry.

Defence

Our world-class facilities and collaborative ecosystem provide an ideal environment for businesses in the defence engineering sector to drive innovation, develop cutting-edge materials, and enhance the capabilities of defence technologies.

Biomedical

Our commitment to advancing biological materials, healthcare technologies and driving innovation in the field makes us an ideal partner for businesses seeking to make a significant impact.

Steering Groups

Advanced Metals Processing Research Area

Our capabilities

Materials Discovery & Prototyping

Delivering a step change in the manner novel materials are developed for specific applications.

Find out more about our Arc Melting, Vacuum Induction Melting, and Strip Casting equipment.

Near-Net-Shape Manufacturing

Find out more about our Additive Manufacturing, Field Assisted Sintering Technology, Powder Production and Hot & Cold Isostatic Pressing equipment.

Thermo Mechanical Processing

Find out more about our Continuous Extrusion, Hot Rolling Mill, and Thermo Mechanical Compression equipment.

Imaging & Characterisation

Find out more about our X-Ray, Nano Characterisation, Electro Microscopy, Magnetic, Tribology, Basic Characterisation, ICP-MS, and Biomedical Materials equipment.

Materials in the Circular Economy

For Additive Manufacturing to realise its full potential, high cost metal powders must undergo a step-change reduction in price, which will be achieved by recycling, down cycling, and new primary metal production processes.

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