Facilities

We have a range of facilties at the University that allow us to support business in a variety of ways. If you have a project that needs our help on research or testing we are confident we have the equipment on campus to deliver results of the highest quality.

A small sample of the facilities in some of our areas of expertise include:

Design

• 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) facilities using Solidworks and CATIA v5
• Concept design, Product design and development, engineering analysis and design evaluation  
• Materials selection and design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)
• Rapid prototyping using 3D printing and Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) 
• Precision non-contact scanning
• 3D Modelling, linked to CNC Mill

 Clinical skills

• Simulations for cardio-thoracic practice
• Simulation of real-world environments including paramedics, orthopaedics and emergency departments
• A community flat for simluation of holistic care in a community environment

Engine testing

• Dynamometer
• Emission Measurement 
• Flow measurements systems (LDA/PDA and PIV systems)

Digital forensics and systems security

• Computer forensic systems
• Forensic toolkit
• Write blockers
• Device seizure toolbox

Sport and exercise science

• Exercise tests
• Muscle function tests
• Technique analysis
• Strength and conditioning suite