Research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Top 5 in the UK for Research Excellence

Research Excellence Framework 2014

Our research looks at some of today’s most challenging issues such as renewable energy, alternative fuels, strong and lightweight aerospace materials, advanced manufacturing and the mechanics of the human body.

Major investment boost for UK’s largest dynamic test facility

The Structural Dynamics Laboratory for Verification and Validation, which will be built on the second phase of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Park, will be unique in its research and development offer to businesses across the UK.

Technology supports sewer systems for the 21st Century

A spin out company from the Department of Mechanical Engineering wins multitude of awards in recognition of its innovative technology.

Our research

Our six main research themes encompass the wide range of research undertaken in the Department.

Our research impact

The Department of Mechanical Engineering ranked in the top 5 UK universities for research excellence in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF).

Work with us

Much of our research is carried out in collaboration with industrial companies and our work has applications within a wide variety of engineering sectors.