43 episodes

The Institution of Mechanical Engineer’s Podcast.
A monthly show of news, views & all things Engineering.

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    • 4.6 • 9 Ratings

The Institution of Mechanical Engineer’s Podcast.
A monthly show of news, views & all things Engineering.

    Season 5 Episode 3: Digitising Transport - The Rise of Mobility as a Service

    Season 5 Episode 3: Digitising Transport - The Rise of Mobility as a Service

    Helen talks with Dr Kate Pangbourne and Sharon Kindleysides about Mobility as a Service and the sizable transformation the transport sector is undergoing as a result of the increasing availability of data and digital services and the growing need for more sustainable and accessible travel solutions.

    • 1 hr 18 min
    Season 5 Episode 2: Potential Energy - Management & Infrastructure of Clean Energy Sources

    Season 5 Episode 2: Potential Energy - Management & Infrastructure of Clean Energy Sources

    Helen talks with Professor Tony Roskilly Chair of Energy Systems at Durham University about the future of energy supply decarbonisation and what engineers are doing to address the challenges of energy storage, management and infrastructure of clean energy sources.

    • 39 min
    Season 5 Episode 1: Going Beyond - The World of Metamaterials & How Their Extraordinary Properties are Set to Change Engineering

    Season 5 Episode 1: Going Beyond - The World of Metamaterials & How Their Extraordinary Properties are Set to Change Engineering

    In this episode Helen finds out about Metamaterials; what they are, how they differ from existing materials and what engineers might use them for.

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Season 4 Episode 9: Rising Demand - Addressing the Energy Needs of Africa, Asia & the Middle East

    Season 4 Episode 9: Rising Demand - Addressing the Energy Needs of Africa, Asia & the Middle East

    Helen speaks with three leading energy experts from China, Asia & the Middle East about rising power demands from a growing population and expanding manufacturing industry.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Season 4 Episode 8: Adapting to Heat - Preparing Industry for Climate Extremes

    Season 4 Episode 8: Adapting to Heat - Preparing Industry for Climate Extremes

    Helen talks with Drs Tim Fox & Laura Kent about the IMechE’s latest report on Climate Adaption and how Industry preparing itself for a warmer world, will be essential for the future successful functioning of societies of all nations.

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Season 4 Episode 7: Paying It Forward - Leading the Institution Through Member Volunteering

    Season 4 Episode 7: Paying It Forward - Leading the Institution Through Member Volunteering

    Helen attends Volunteer Week at IMechE HQ and finds out what it means to be a member Volunteer and how their work impacts the strategic direction of the Institution.

    • 47 min

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Informative, diverse and engaging. As an aspiring engineer this was great to talk about on my personal statement!

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