Research
In the UK for Research Quality
(for Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering - Complete University Guide 2026)Of our research is internationally excellent or world-leading
Research Excellence Framework (2021)The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) leads world-class research in advanced manufacturing, materials, energy, and sustainable transport. Through strong industry partnerships and cutting-edge facilities, MAE drives innovation that addresses global challenges and shapes the future of engineering.
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Our research is making a measurable difference across industry and society. Working closely with industry, government, and international partners, we ensure that our research not only pushes the boundaries of engineering science but also delivers meaningful impact for a sustainable and resilient future.
We work with industry to turn research excellence into real-world impact through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
Postgraduate Research Degrees in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering offer unmatched specialisation. Our vibrant research community tackles cutting-edge developments through PhD programs, with funded studentships available annually.
Postgraduate ResearchPostgraduate Research - Postgraduate ResearchLatest Publications
Extended double–double (DD) laminates: expanding design space and advancing mechanical performance beyond standard DD laminate constraints
4 March 2026Modelling of interfacial morphology formation driven by thermal and hydrodynamic instabilities in injection overmoulding of fibre reinforced polymer composites
March 2026Inspecting the epoxy/Nd2O3 composite coating electrochemical behavior using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy analysis with implementing exploratory data analysis and physics-guided machine learning prediction
- Zummurd Al Mahmoud
- Babak Safaei
- Mohammed Asmael
- Jana Petru
- Saeid Sahmani
NaturIL gels: gels formed from the synergy of alginates and bioderived ions. Tunable gels from seaweed
11 February 2026Cohesive zone modelling of mesoscale thin ply bridging in CFRP composites
1 February 2026