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We aim to improve the aero-thermal performance of turbomachines
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Wide-ranging innovation
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At the Whittle Laboratory we focus on improving the aero-thermal performance of turbomachines. These machines are the principle technology for the world's energy conversion processes and improving their efficiency is crucial for reducing the environmental impact of power generation and aviation. Our research projects cover virtually all types of turbomachinery technology and we work closely with industry leaders to ensure the results from our work are incorporated into future technological developments.
The labOur research projects cover a broad range of turbomachinery technologies
We have an extensive track record of successful collaboration with industry (particularly with Rolls-Royce but also with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Dyson, Siemens and others) and with other word-leading research organisations. Work is divided, approximately equally, between computational simulation of the flow and experimental measurements taken in a wide variety of facilities.
Our research areasResearch with a real-world impact
New projects are always being developed and applications from high quality graduate students and post-doctoral researchers are welcome at any time. Prospective PhD students are encouraged to apply to the new EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Propulsion and Power, an exciting joint-venture between the universities of Cambridge, Oxford and Loughborough with extensive support from several industry partners.
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Aviation can achieve Net-Zero by 2050 if immediate action is taken, says University of Cambridge ...
Published on September 25, 2024
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Raising ambition in net zero flight: A briefing from COP28
Published on December 4, 2023
“In this age of disruption, we not only need new models, but we need new mindsets if we are to raise our ambitions and ensure, in the words of The King, that this is 'a turning point ...
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Whittle at Farnborough International’s Sustainable Skies Summit
Published on May 4, 2023
On 17-18 April 2023, the Whittle Lab participated in several events at the Sustainable Skies World Summit, organized by Farnborough International, to highlight and support the aviation industry'...
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University of Cambridge leads team developing a simulator to accelerate the path to net zero flight
Published on August 25, 2021
Cambridge University announces the launch of the Aviation Impact Accelerator (AIA), an international group of experts in aerospace, economics, policy, and climate science, who are building an in...
Read articleSenior Researcher/Researcher in Model Development for the Aviation Impact Accelerator, University...
Published on March 8, 2021
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Encouraging Diversity in the Aerospace and Power Generation Sectors
Published on September 29, 2020
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Whittle Lab research key for accelerating the development of zero-carbon flight, says Prince of W...
Published on September 22, 2020
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Dr James Taylor awarded a Bronze Medal by the Royal Aeronautical Society
Published on November 26, 2019
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Whittle Lab Academics receive ASME IGTI Gas Turbine Award
Published on June 20, 2016
Congratulations to the ASME Gas Turbine Award winners Dr. Robert Grewe, Prof. Robert Miller, and Prof. Howard Hodson.
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Turbo-power! The Whittle Laboratory Open Day 2016
Published on April 2, 2016
On the 19th March 2016 the Whittle Laboratory opened its doors to the public for the first time since it was opened in 1973, to show the work we do on jet-engines and gas turbines as part of the...
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