Innovation Discussed: Hot Topics from Advanced Engineering - Part 2

If you missed us live at Advanced Engineering or were wondering more about those questions we were asked, don't worry! We recorded a special follow up episode .

Aphrodite returns to join Mark and Adam to discuss the highlights from Advanced Engineering and answer those questions in more detail - from the impressive electric vehicles on display to the cutting-edge research being conducted at universities like the University of Manchester.

This episode is packed with insights into the future of materials science, including:

• The sustainability of high entropy alloys: Professor Isaac Chang from Brunell University posed a thought-provoking question about the sustainability of these "wonder materials". Aphrodite explains how high entropy alloys can be designed using abundant elements, reducing our dependence on scarce resources. Adam shares exciting news about research exploring the use of metal scrap to produce these alloys.
• Goodfellow's approach to material recycling: Listener Rob Gil raised an important question about Goodfellow's role in the circular economy. Adam and Aphrodite outline the company's commitment to responsible material usage, explaining how Goodfellow works with customers to minimise waste through custom solutions and buy-back programmes.
• The role of machine learning in alloy design: Jianon sparked a fascinating discussion about the potential of machine learning in materials science. Aphrodite highlights how AI software, like Alchemite from the University of Cambridge, can be utilised to predict optimal alloy compositions for specific applications.
• Graphene's potential for water filtration: Muhammad Kabir brought up the often-overlooked application of graphene in water filtration systems. Aphrodite provides examples of ongoing research in this area, including the development of vertically aligned graphene membranes at Brown University.
  
  Listen now to hear expert perspectives on these timely topics and get a glimpse into the future of materials.

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