Event Type: Committee Meeting

12 November 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

12 November 2014 19:00to21:00

Tidal Lagoon Power is preparing to start construction of the world’s first tidal lagoon power plant in Swansea Bay in 2015. Join us for a thrilling insight into a new option for affordable renewable energy at a scale not seen before.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Professional Development Event

11 November 2014 18:00to20:00

JOINT EVENT WITH I MECH E SOUTH WALES REGION The Hitachi Super Express Train is the new generation of high speed trains which will operate on the Great Western Main Line after it is electrified, and on other inter-city routes in Britain. The trains will be assembled at a new factory in the north of England and the GW trains will be maintained at depots in Bristol and west London. The lecture will include aspects of the design, manufacture, operation and maintenance of the trains.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

05 November 2014 18:30to21:00

A Talk on Marine Renewables by Lars Johanning.

Industry: Offshore engineering

Event Type: Talk

28 October 2014 18:00to21:00

The Bath and Bristol Young Members Panel, in conjunction with the Institution of Structural Engineers and the Institution of Civil Engineers invite you to a free presentation. Come and learn about Brunel's other bridge, the innovative swivel bridge in the Bristol City Docks, and the ambitious project now underway to return this iconic structure to working order.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

23 October 2014 19:00to21:00

Do you have a brain the size of a planet? Take on teams of other engineers in our challenging quiz to find out if you are the brainiest young engineer in the South West, or at least the smartest friends.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

22 October 2014 19:00to22:00

An evening of beer, skittles and the opportunity to meet the committee, discuss membership and make suggestions about what you'd like us to do for you.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

21 October 2014 18:30to21:00

With the breakup and privatisation of the Central Electricity Generating Board in the early 1990s, electricity generation is now provided by a large number of players. As a result the operators of the grid system together with the distribution companies are faced with a wide variety of challenges. These need to be solved if the lights are to remain on.

Industry: Power Industries

Event Type: Professional Development Event

20 October 2014 17:00to19:00

JOINT EVENT WITH IET Explanation of the latest technological thinking on the critical interface between rolling stock and infrastructure, the collection of traction power by the locomotive pantograph from the overhead conductor cable.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

15 October 2014 19:00to21:00

Talk on the Loki Flood Basalt. Flood basalts present an untold threat to life as we know it due to the gases erupted. Historically there have been many flood basalt eruptions, some have been linked to the Permian, Triassic-Jurassic and Cretaceous-Tertiary mass extinction events.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

13 October 2014 18:00to21:00

Colin Smith CBE FRS (Director – Engineering and Technology, Rolls-Royce plc) will describe the journey of modern aerospace propulsion technologies and the challenges for the future: from the engineering and technology that have delivered the most efficient large aero engine in the world today – the Trent XWB – to the next generation of engine designs already in development and the research and technology challenges faced in delivering the future concepts for civil aviation.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee Meeting

13 October 2014 16:00to18:00

Western Aerospace Centre Committee Meeting

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

10 October 2014 18:30to21:00

CANCELLED - This talk has been cancelled.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Committee Meeting

08 October 2014 19:00to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional Development Event

29 September 2014 17:00to19:00

Railway Division Chairman's Address - please click on title for a link to detailed information

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

28 September 2014 08:00to17:00

GREENPOWER RENISHAW WESTERN REGIONAL HEAT

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

24 September 2014 19:00to21:00

An update on Quicksilver – Britain’s World Water Speed Record Attempt by Nigel Macknight

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

16 September 2014 19:30to21:00

Monthly area committee meeting. Please contact the area secretary if you wish to attend.

Industry: Management

Event Type: Talk

10 September 2014 18:30to21:00

Paul Edwards will explain the background to the need for new low carbon generation in the UK, provide an introduction to the key technical features of the UK EPR design, outline the progress made with the Hinkley Point C project, and introduce some of the challenges associated in planning a project that has an expected operational life of at least 60 years.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Talk

09 September 2014 19:30to21:00

The presentation will give an overview of offshore wind energy development and then focus on two major challenges: Construction out at sea – the evolution of specialised vessels; and Access for maintenance – transferring technicians in wild and windy conditions

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Committee Meeting

13 August 2014 19:00to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

07 August 2014 19:00to21:30

Discover oenology, the science of wine and winemaking. The Bath and Bristol Young Members Panel would like to invite you to a delicious, relaxed, informal fun and interactive introduction on how to taste wine and the science behind the production of wine, with tasting of seven quality wines from around the world.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

19 July 2014 12:00to14:00

Following the "success" of last year's event, come and take part in the Bath and Bristol Young Member Panel's cardboard boat race at Bristol Harbour Festival! Alternatively, volunteer to support this event by helping young chidren build their own miniature boat.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

09 July 2014 19:00to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 June 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

30 May 2014 18:00to21:00

As well as being a great opportunity to develop your presenting skills, and to network with those from the engineering profession, prize money is available to the winner and runner up in the area. As the event is being held over two heats in the area, the winner and runner up will be notified once both events have taken place. Please note dates and times are to be confirmed at a later date. Room subject to change.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

23 May 2014 18:30to21:00

Join Bath and Bristol Young Members' Panel for an evening at Bath Ales Brewery!

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Technical Lecture

22 May 2014 18:00to20:00

By 2075, the United Nations’ mid-range projection for global population growth predicts that human numbers will peak at about 9.5 billion people. This means that there could be an extra three billion mouths to feed by the end of the century, a period in which substantial changes are anticipated in the wealth, calorific intake and dietary preferences of people in developing countries across the world.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Debate

21 May 2014 19:00to21:00

Engineers' Question Time

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

21 May 2014 16:00to18:00

技术访问第一大Western's brand new depot at Reading. Numbers are limited, and pre-registration is essential. Please contact mick.james@rssb.co.uk to book your place.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Competition Event

15 May 2014 18:30to21:30

The finalists of the Western Aerospace Centre 2014 Prize will present their work to senior members of the Western Region's aerospace industry and academia with the hope of taking first prize.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Award Presentation

15 May 2014 18:00to21:00

The Western Aerospace Centre is running its annual prize competition to encourage the further professional development of young engineers living and working in the West of England and South Wales.

Industry: Aerospace materials and structures

Event Type: Committee Meeting

15 May 2014 16:00to18:00

Western Aerospace Centre Committee Meeting

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: AGM

14 May 2014 19:30to22:00

Bath and Bristol Young Members Annual General Meeting. Voting for this year's committee places with take place. Anyone can join the committee as an ordinary member or apply for the named positions, or just come along to meet us and for some food and drink afterwards.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 May 2014 19:00to20:30

Richard Beek - Production Consultant AARDMAN ANIMATIONS.

Industry: Bulk materials handling

Event Type: Technical Visit

29 April 2014 19:00to21:00

从瓶跳过fr核燃料的处理om the ponds into the flasks all the way to delivery in Sellafield. This presentation will include an overview of the process highlighting the main milestones in the process. It will also include information about tests and event that have been carried out to ensure nuclear safety.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

28 April 2014 17:00to19:00

Our AGM with election of the Chairman and members of the committee. This is followed by a presentation which will give an overview of the project to introduce a UK variant of the Vossloh EuroLight locomotive into the UK. Finally, the presentation will give a brief resume of current project progress along with future development opportunities for the Vossloh UK Light locomotive platform.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

15 April 2014 18:30to21:00

Come and join us for a great opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Bristol Old Vic, the longest continuously-running theatre in the UK.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

12 April 2014 08:30to18:00

The Gadget Show Live is an opportunity to see, try and buy the very best in cutting edge consumer technology. You'll be able to get hands on with the newest tech on the market. There'll be fantastic features for all the family and to see The Gadget Show presenters in a stunning hour-long show. There'll be plenty of giveaways and outstanding technology. This is a social event designed to encourage members of all ages and their families and guests to find excitement in engineering.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

09 April 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: AGM

09 April 2014 19:00to21:00

Local area AGM and a talk about the Welsh Highland Railway from a volunteer's viewpoint.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

04 April 2014 10:00to05 April 2014 19:00

2 Day Festival Celebrating Design

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

26 March 2014 16:20to21:00

Adrian Allen will give a talk on the Case for Metals in Advanced Aerospace Manufacturing

Industry: Bulk materials handling

Event Type: Talk

19 March 2014 19:00to21:00

Talk organised by the Chartered Quality Institute.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: AGM

19 March 2014 18:30to21:30

AGM. Due to limited registered interest, the presentations scheduled for this event has been postponed until further notice. However, the Annual General Meeting will proceed and refreshments will be available.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

17 March 2014 17:00to20:00

年轻的工程师们将展示他们的论文,在排版etition with each other. The winner will go forward for a place in the national final at Birdcage Walk, London. Lawrence Walton - Up-grading Heathrow Airport Junction Khalid Lagnatha – Life Cycle Assessment of Twin Track Cantilever Yewande Gbadegesin – Train retro-fitment for ETCS Jamie Baggott – Keeping the HST Fleet Running Gareth Storton – Bringing Heavy maintenance in house

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Social Event

15 March 2014 20:00to23:59

THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED. Colleagues have asked us to organise a Western Region social event, so that you can relax in the company of other members and their partners.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

12 March 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

06 March 2014 19:00to21:00

The initial years of operation of the A380 airliner

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Competition Event

28 February 2014 23:00to23:00

Western Aerospace Centre 2014 Prize - Abstract Submission Deadline

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Visit

27 February 2014 18:30to21:00

Visit to the Motor Engineering Workshop of Thomas Hamlin in Bridgwater for a tour and a talk about some of their work.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

25 February 2014 19:00to21:00

The expected emergence of unconventional gas as a prime energy fuel will depend on public acceptance of hydraulic fracturing. Over the next 20 years gas is expected to continue to develop, but most of that growth will be on the back of unconventional or shale gas. Professor Peter Styles will talk about this technology and examine its strengths and weaknesses.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Social Event

22 February 2014 09:00to18:00

A backstage tour of the Old Vic Theatre, Bristol, which will explore the £12million recent redevelopment project and then provide an opportunity to visit the City of Bristol. This is a social event designed to build our engineering community and is open to members and accompanied guests.

Industry: Construction & building services

Event Type: Technical Lecture

19 February 2014 18:00to20:00

The lecture will describe two examples of the new generation of passenger trains being produced by Siemens, one of the world’s leading suppliers of railway equipment. Joint event with I Mech E Southampton Area For more detail click on event title.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

19 February 2014 15:00to17:30

Technical Visit, numbers are limited, and pre-registration is essential. Please contact mick.james@rssb.co.uk to book your place.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

12 February 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

12 February 2014 18:30to21:00

Steam Dredger talk with a tour of the Dredger, Steam Crane and Fielding & Platt Engine. The event is planned to take place at Gloucester Waterways Museum, GL1 2EH, on Wednesday the 12th of February. 18:30 for a 19:00 start. We hope to see you there for a thoroughly interesting event.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

10 February 2014 18:00to21:00

Please note this event is now Fully Booked.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

04 February 2014 18:00to20:00

A summary of the massive renewal and modernisation programme on the Great Western Main Line. This talk will begin by covering the London end of the route, then will look at progress so far and the challenges to come.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Professional Development Event

23 January 2014 18:30to21:00

A talk on the advantages and routes professional registration with the IMechE.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Professional Development Event

22 January 2014 19:00to21:00

A talk on the advantages and routes professional registration with the IMechE.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

17 January 2014 19:30to22:30

加入我们庆祝成功的一年,所以见面me like-minded engineers for a bit of networking and fun over a curry. There will also be a talk (with samples!) on "Chocolate - a short history and a bit of science". Please book to avoid disappointment.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Committee Meeting

08 January 2014 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

08 January 2014 17:15to19:30

Carolyn and members of her team will demonstrate the engineering skill, patience, persistence and serendipity of their investigations.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

12 December 2013 18:30to21:00

The Genesis project consists of a number of pavilions constructed is various ways to demonstrate sustainable practices and materials in the mainstream construction industry. It also demonstrates various renewable energy systems that can be used in buildings.

Industry: Construction & building services

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 December 2013 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

10 December 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

10 December 2013 18:00to20:00

Get in the Christmas spirit by blowing your own Christmas bauble out of the famous Bristol Blue Glass! This event is fully booked.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 December 2013 17:00to20:00

This is a joint event with the I Mech E Swindon Panel. The eminent and eminently enjoyable Prof Rod Smith shares his view of the British railway system and where he sees it going. A knowledgeable review and an insight into the future from one of the most authoritative figures in the industry. After the presentation and audience participation everyone is welcome to stay behind and continue the debate over drinks and a hot finger buffet.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 December 2013 17:00to20:00

这是一个联合事件IMechE南西风manbetx体育注册n Railway Division Centre. The eminent and eminently enjoyable Prof Rod Smith shares his view of the British railway system and where he sees it going. A knowledgeable review and an insight into the future from one of the most authoritative figures in the industry. After the presentation and audience participation everyone is welcome to stay behind and continue the debate over drinks and a hot finger buffet.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

04 December 2013 14:30to16:30

Visit to Morgan Cars. Guided Tour. EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

02 December 2013 19:00to21:00

Dr Paul Davison - Race Engineer MARUSSIA F1 Team.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Social Event

2013年11月28日晚7:00to23:00

Our monthly Young Members Panel Bristol social

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

27 November 2013 18:00to27 November 2012 20:00

Christmas Family Lecture - Chemistry for the Terrified

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

27 November 2013 17:30to19:00

In this talk Peter will review the long and fascinating history chocolate, from its origins as a spice in South America, to the present day confectionery.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Technical Lecture

26 November 2013 19:00to21:00

Further details to be published later.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Committee Meeting

19 November 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

19 November 2013 18:00to21:30

The Bath and Bristol Young Members' Panel present a talk and QandA on Starting Up Your Own Business. Please note time change to an 1800 start.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

18 November 2013 17:00to19:00

Our annual symposium examines the future strategy for passenger rolling stock in Great Britain. Three senior rail industry leaders will give their views of the future. Malcolm Brown is a member of the steering group for the Strategy. David Clarke will focus on innovation in rolling stock design, and Tim Bentley will describe factors relating to the manufacturing and maintenance of passenger rolling stock. The audience will then have the opportunity to debate the issues with the speakers.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

13 November 2013 19:30to21:30

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

13 November 2013 19:00to21:00

19:00 Refreshments, 19:30 Talk Starts. Renewable Energy and Heating (For Domestic and Commercial Properties). IMechE event that is part of the Stroud Festival of Manufacturing and Engineering.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Professional Development Event

13 November 2013 18:00to21:00

An event for prospective members, existing members and employers to find out how to get more out of the IMechE. Additionally, there is an opportunity to explore military engineering in the the Defence Capability Centre. Buffet dinner will be provided. Free, however prior booking and photo ID are essential.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

30 October 2013 19:00to21:00

Informative session on BIT and effectiveness in the workplace covering cost savings, measurable improvement in business efficiency, a reduction in wastage and a workplace culture that not only embraces but seeks continual change.

Industry: Manufacturing

Event Type: Technical Visit

23 October 2013 18:45to21:00

Please note that this tour is now fully booked. We will meet at the Avon Gorge Hotel where we will draw names out of the hat to see who goes on what tour.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

22 October 2013 19:00to21:00

Joint lecture with IET.

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Event Type: Committee Meeting

22 October 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

21 October 2013 18:30to21:00

We are pleased to announce that the 2013 edition of the Prestige series of lectures will be presented by Neil Scott (UK Engineering Director, Airbus), Where Next for Airbus - Evolution or Revolution?

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Committee Meeting

21 October 2013 16:00to18:00

Western Aerospace Centre Committee Meeting

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Visit

19 October 2013 09:50to16:00

A tour of the Wadworth Brewery in Devizes followed by lunch in a local pub. Free coach transport from Swindon. Free entry to the Wadworth Experience for IMechE members (£5 for up to one guest per member). Lunch £6.95. Booking essential.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Talk

16 October 2013 18:30to21:30

Talkers from Wind Prospect give an insight into the Wind Farming Industry.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 October 2013 17:00to19:00

The electrification of the GW mainline is a major railway project in the western region and will be assisted by specialist railway plant designed specifically for the purpose described by Simon Bailey and Andy Batters. The factory train will be based in Swindon, in a new depot built specifically for the purpose. Howard Griffiths will describe how the depot will be run/operated. 17.00 Tea and coffee 17.30 Lecture

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

09 October 2013 19:30to21:30

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 October 2013 19:00to21:00

Speaker Lloyd Burnell.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

08 October 2013 19:00to21:00

What is railway signalling? Why is it important? How does it affect me? This presentation will answer these key questions and show how this fascinating discipline enables fast, frequent and safe rail services that underpin our national economy.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Social Event

26 September 2013 19:00to23:00

First Young Members Panel Bristol Social

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

23 September 2013 17:00to19:00

The Railway Division chairman, Chris Moss, starts his tour of the regional centres with a presentation of his chairman's address. 17.00 Tea and coffee 17.30 Lecture

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

22 September 2013 07:30to17:00

GREENPOWER RENISHAW WESTERN REGIONAL HEAT

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

18 September 2013 19:00to22:00

Colonel Rod Williams, Chief Aviation Engineer for the Army, is to talk on the impact of Human Factors on Army Aviation Flight Safety. He will be assisted by Maj Geoff Beaumont, drawing upon recent experiences and illustrated real case histories. Insights have the potential to inform engineering practices beyond the aviation environment.

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Event Type: Schools/Colleges/University Events

14 September 2013 07:30to17:00

GREENPOWER SOMERSET REGIONAL HEAT

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 September 2013 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

14 August 2013 19:30to21:00

We are a friendly bunch and our once monthly meetings help us decide what events to put on, idea's for bigger projects and just a general opportunity to get to know people with similar interests in your area! We hope to see you soon!

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

27 July 2013 12:45to14:45

Take part in the Bath and Bristol Young Member Panel's first cardboard boat race at Bristol Harbour Festival! Alternatively, volunteer to support this event by helping young chidren build their own miniature boat.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

20 July 2013 19:00to23:00

CANCELLED Western Region IMechE Annual Dinner

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

10 July 2013 19:30to21:00

Come along to the Bath and Bristol Young members committee meeting to find out more about what we do in the area and get involved in organising events for young engineers.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

27 June 2013 19:00to21:00

IMechE end of year social in Bath.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

19 June 2013 09:00to17:00

VISIT to the National Oceanography Centre.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

12 June 2013 18:30to21:00

The Engineering Challenges of Commercial Spaceflight.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 June 2013 18:30to20:30

The Hitachi Super Express Train is the new generation of high speed trains which will operate on the Great Western Main Line after it is electrified. The trains will be assembled at a new factory in the north of England and the GW trains will be maintained at depots in Bristol and west London. PLEASE NOTE This is a TUESDAY starting with refreshments at 18.30

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Social Event

17 May 2013 18:30to21:00

Wilts & Berks Canal trip and BBQ.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

13 May 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 May 2013 18:30to20:00

Team Invictus talk on their project to build a high-tech racing catamaran.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: AGM

08 May 2013 18:30to22:00

Bath and Bristol Young Members Annual General Meeting. Voting for this year's committee places with take place. Anyone can join the committee as an ordinary member or apply for the named positions, or just come along to meet us and for some food and drink afterwards.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

08 May 2013 14:00to17:00

Delivery Test & Evaluation Unit (JADTEU) Visit (Follow up to lecture on 21st Nov 2012).

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Event Type: Annual Dinner

01 May 2013 19:00to30 November 2012 23:00

IMechE Western Region Annual Dinner.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Annual Dinner

26 April 2013 19:00to23:30

Your opportunity to network with local employers, while enjoying a dinner under the iconic Concorde and talk by former Concorde pilot Les Evans.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Visit

26 April 2013 18:30to21:00

The event will consist of a visit to Thornefalcon Classic Car showroom to view the vehicles present.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

24 April 2013 19:30to21:00

Looking at the history of the Cosmos at the Large Hadron Collider - Joint Event with the West of England Metals and Materials Association (WEMMA).

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

24 April 2013 19:00to21:00

Joint Lecture with IET. Exhibition display before lecture. Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30. **Glos Area AGM before the talk, at 19:00**

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Talk

16 April 2013 18:30to21:00

CANCELLED - Sustainability and the role of Engineers in the 21st century

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Competition Event

15 April 2013 18:30to21:00

The Western Aerospace Centre annual prize competition encourages Continuing Professional Development for Young Engineers who have previously graduated with a first degree. Four finalists have been selected from a large number of good quality entries.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

15 April 2013 17:00to19:00

AGM followed by a lecture on the new vehicles provided for the ultra successful Pendolinos used on the West Coast between London, Birmingham, the North West and Scotland.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

09 April 2013 18:30to21:00

讲座将突出许多不同和interesting engineering challenges in delivering men, material and machines from the air within defence. This exciting and entertaining lecture should appeal to a wide audience, beyond the immediate defence community, reflecting how JADTEU delivers success.

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Event Type: Talk

21 March 2013 19:00to21:00

Joint Lecture, organised by the IET. Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Committee Meeting

19 March 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

19 March 2013 19:00to21:00

Joint Lecture with RAeS. Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Aerospace Industries

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 March 2013 18:30to21:00

The talk will illustrate the opportunities and risks in wind and renewable energy projects. Using experience of UK projects and advice to corporate and public sectors it will provide an overview of technical, commercial and planning issues and how to overcome them. The talk will be of interest to decision makers including engineers, planners and organisations with challenging energy and carbon targets.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Talk

14 March 2013 18:30to20:30

Following the Olympics and Paralympics of last summer, this lecture examines the influence and use of engineering in sport. Particularly how leading edge technologies from industry are used to create faster, lighter and more efficient equipment, to how precision analysis tools are allowing coaches to fine-tune athletes’ performance better than ever before. Technology usually associated with Formula 1 is making cyclists go faster, composite materials help pole-vaulters leap higher.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

13 March 2013 18:30to21:00

减少负载为士兵——可穿戴的士兵systems. Nomination evening.

工业:国防

Event Type: Technical Lecture

12 March 2013 17:00to20:00

Peter Wright, a Vehicle Integration Manager from JLR will be talking about how the new Range Rover ties in with the company's plans for sustainability. Lauren Coyle, an accommodation and usage engineer who has gone through JLR's graduate scheme will be on hand for an informal recruitment Q&A after the talk. The pair will also be bringing with them a brand new Ranger Rover, which will be parked outside Queens Building for you to get up close and personal!

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

11 March 2013 17:15to19:00

An update on the exciting Crossrail project, which is the biggest engineering project in Europe. This lecture will describe key aspects of the project design and planning, provide an update on construction progress and explain how engineering solutions have been developed to cope with the challenges presented by delivering such a complex project in the heart of a congested city.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Debate

06 March 2013 18:00to22:00

Join the IMechE in collaboration with CIBSE at this Energy Question Time event, where a panel of speakers will answer your questions on the subject of "Achieving a Sustainable Energy Future". There will also be time for networking with a buffet and drinks provided.

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Lecture

20 February 2013 19:00to21:00

Fukishima lecture – An Analysis of the Fukushima Accident and its Implications

Industry: Nuclear power

Event Type: Technical Visit

20 February 2013 15:00to19:00

Visit to Diamond Light Source in Oxfordshire.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

20 February 2013 13:45to16:45

This is an IMechE members only event. Booking is required.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Committee Meeting

11 February 2013 19:00to21:00

Bath & Bristol Committee Meeting.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Competition Event

11 February 2013 17:00to19:00

One of the highlights of the year; young engineers will present their papers, in competition with each other. NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE TO MILFORD HOUSE, SWINDON Charlotte Mace, Assistant Design Engineer Title: The Mobile Maintenance Unit Thomas Mynors, Graduate Civil Engineer Title: Western Route Environmental Resilience Tim Brain, Signalling Project Engineer. Title: Reading Station Area Re-signalling, Stage F

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Lecture

06 February 2013 18:15to19:30

Bath and Bristol Young Members are pleased to announce a lecture about RepRap, humanity's first general-purpose self-replicating manufacturing machine, with a demonstration of one of the machines taking place at the lecture!

Industry: Rapid prototyping & direct manufacturing

Event Type: Talk

30 January 2013 18:30to21:00

Becoming a Fellow.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Social Event

23 January 2013 19:00to22:00

Come along and celebrate a successful year. Meet some like minded engineers for a bit of networking and fun over a curry! There will also be a short talk from a record breaker who cycled round the world! Please book in advance for this event as there are limited places.

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Talk

23 January 2013 19:00to21:00

Open to all. Non-members welcome. Talk will start at 19:30.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

16 January 2013 16:30to19:00

This is an IMechE members only event. Booking is required.

Industry: Automobile

Event Type: Technical Lecture

14 January 2013 17:00to19:00

State of the art lectures on engineering solutions for giving advice to drivers to assist them to drive efficiency - given from two contrasting railway viewpoints of intercity operations and urban metro.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

01 January 2013 00:00to00:00

Visit TBC

Industry: Cross-sector

Event Type: Technical Lecture

10 December 2012 17:00to19:00

Our annual Family Evening this year is a presentation by Dave Saunders on that most controversial of characters from railway history, Dr Richard Beeching. The 'Beeching Report' was published on 27th March 1963. The Beeching proposed wholesale route closures in an attempt to concentrate resources on the core routes. Was he wrong, or right? Was he led or misguided or a farsighted thinker? See if you agree with Dave's thoughts.

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Technical Visit

08 December 2012 11:00to16:00

Visit to STEAM Museum with short talk, "Preserving the Great Western Railway - relevance for future railway development" , and free access to the museum

Industry: Railway

Event Type: Talk

05 December 2012 19:00to21:00

National Grid: The future energy challenge! - How will we connect up to the new, renewable power sources?

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Talk

04 December 2012 18:30to20:00

Researchers at the University of Warwick have unveiled the "World's First Vegetarian Formula 3 racing car" which is powered by chocolate, steered by carrots, has bodywork made from potatoes ...and can still do 125mph around corners.

Industry: Food engineering

Event Type: Technical Lecture

28 November 2012 18:15to19:30

Join us for an overview of the newest developments in the tidal energy industry! The location has now been confirmed as: UWE Room 2Q49, Q Block, Frenchay Campus, Bristol, BS16 1QY

Industry: Renewable energy

Event Type: Technical Visit

21 November 2012 14:00to17:00

This is a technical visit to The Land Training Fleet (Warminster), whose mission is to direct the process and procedures for the management and material accounting of the operational training equipment in order to maximise availability.

工业:国防

Event Type: Technical Lecture

15 November 2012 19:00to21:00

The talk will summarise the background and significance of the programme, and then focus on the restoration project itself. In particular, various problems and issues encountered will be highlighted, together with how they were overcome, leading to the spectacular first test flight on 18th October 2007.

Industry: Aerospace Industries