Areas of expertise
Our research activities and interdisciplinary approach are underpinned by the diverse expertise of our staff and researchers.
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Aerodynamics
The use of ground and flight-based experimental test techniques to improve design and grow innovative aerodynamics concepts for the future.
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Aerospace vehicle systems
We work at the frontier of what is possible in the design and operation of unmanned vehicles that operate in the Earth’s atmosphere and under water.
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Biomimetics
We study nature to inspire future technologies. Adaptations in animals that walk, jump, fly and swim provide us with clues for game-changing design.
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Dynamics, vibration and earthquake engineering
Our research focuses on modelling, measurement and control of the dynamic response of diverse engineering structures, from machinery/vehicle vibration to crowd or earthquake-induced vibrations.
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Geoenvironmental engineering
We research, develop and propose geotechnical solutions for 21st-century energy, sustainability, climate change, extreme hazard and environmental challenges by using advanced experimental and novel computational methods.
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Healthcare engineering
Our world-leading expertise in biomechanics, computational fluid dynamics and 3D bioprinting is enabling a new generation of treatments for a wide range of medical conditions.
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Industry 4.0
Also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Industry 4.0 covers automation and data exchange in new digital technologies, including cyber security, Big Data, the Internet of Things and machine learning.
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Laser processing
Laser material processing is a multidisciplinary subject, covering multi-physical processes such as thermal, mechanics and optical modelling in multi-scales.
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Management of projects
Researching process, people and technological issues associated with the policies and practices of project-based organisations.
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Mechanics and physics of solids
Understanding and modelling the life of engineering materials and structures during their service.
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Microsystems
Our research allows exciting opportunities to provide novel engineering solutions for a wide range of problems within many diverse areas including aerospace, robotics, energy, biomedical and nuclear applications.
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Modelling and simulation
Our researchers focus on a number of areas in solid and fluid mechanics, from the microstructure of materials to the flow of ocean currents.
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Offshore renewable energy
Reduction of carbon emissions and the generation of renewable energy combine to form the greatest challenge of our age.
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Robotics
Our research group conceives, designs and operates advanced robotic systems to meet the need for precision and longevity of service in society and industrial applications.
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Space systems engineering
Our research provides innovative solutions across the space sector, by developing novel technologies and concepts for the utilisation and exploration of space.
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SPH @ Manchester
Smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) is one of the most exciting new areas in the field of computational fluid dynamics.
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Structural resilience
We develop advanced models and design methods to achieve safe, sustainable and resilient structures across a range of environments, from everyday conditions to extreme loads.
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Thermofluids
Research into fluid mechanics, encompassing renewable energy, thermal power, nuclear hydraulics and turbulence modelling.
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Water resources
Research to help guarantee the security and sustainability of resource systems (water, energy, food, environment) in the 21st century.
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