Millions of UK workers at risk of being replaced by robots, study says
More than 10 million UK workers are at high risk of being replaced by robots within 15 years as the automation of routine tasks gathers pace in a new machine age.
Further details of this interesting study can be viewed via the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2017/mar/24/millions-uk-workers-…;
SMEs stay resilient
The latest National Manufacturing Barometer suggests that small to medium sized manufacturers in the UK have remained resilient in the face of ‘Brexit’ uncertainty and a spike in exports may even have been achieved.
Read more via Engineering Capacity: http://www.engineeringcapacity.com/news101/business-news/smes-stay-resi…
Massive aerospace castings
A casting facility that can produce some of the biggest titanium aerospace components is now up and running at the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC).
Full story can be found using this link to Engineering Capacity's website: http://www.engineeringcapacity.com/news101/business-news/massive-aerosp…
Future aircraft inspired by peregrine falcons
Scientists at BAE Systems and City, University of London have revealed how research work on how falcons fly is inspiring new technologies for future aircraft that could contribute to their safety in the air, aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
Story published via the Manufacturer: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/future-aircraft-inspired-by-per…
Barrier-free trade essential to Brexit negotiation
Groups representing 200,000 manufacturers across Europe and the UK have called on negotiators to agree a Brexit deal that supports barrier-free trade and reduces the risk of economic shocks.The call comes as Prime Minister Theresa May prepares to trigger Article 50 today, sparking concern among industry leaders that no Brexit deal or a bad deal could be untenable for both parties.
Visit the Manufacturer's website for full story: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/barrier-free-trade-essential-to…
IoT adoption rates are on the rise
A survey by the Enterprise Strategy Group for Hewlett-Packard Enterprise proves that the majority of firms are making the most of the IoT revolution. According to the survey, 32% said that they already have an IoT initiative in place.
Survey results found via the Manufacturer: http://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/iot-adoption-rates-are-on-the-r…;