Student flight experience – a new perspective from the sky
After a long rainy day, I was tired enough to go to bed on a Tuesday evening. On normal occasions, I would fall asleep rather quickly, but this was not a regular evening! It ...
Graduating from Cranfield University
How did you hear about Cranfield University? I work for an aerospace company, and Cranfield University has an outstanding reputation within the aerospace industry. I had recently joined the Additive Manufacturing technology department at ...
The secrets of great paper aeroplanes
Paper aeroplanes are a fantastic source of inspiration for aeronautical engineering studies. Like most people, I have this memory of making paper aeroplanes with friends when we were kids. It was enjoyable to watch ...
Cranfield to Rolls-Royce to Cranfield and back
I chose to study at Cranfield University mainly because it's unique in terms that it's the only postgraduate university and it has its own airfield! If you're interested in aerospace and studying an advanced ...
Amazing experience flying onboard the NFLC Saab 340B
The Flight Experience module is one of the most awaited events by Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc students. A cold and cloudy Tuesday in January was the day when we had the opportunity to board ...
Unlocking the secrets of ancient technology with science: the new Cranfield Archaeomaterials MSc
We are a society that is very much intertwined with our ‘things’ – they mediate all our relationships. But why do people adopt certain technologies, and reject others? What motivates societies to choose new ...
A flying visit from Diamondo Earthrounding promoting sustainable aviation
As the world works to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through various initiatives such as the introduction of grants and commissions for research advancement toward the further use of sustainable aviation fuel, Diamondo Earthrounding ...
Cranfield University bursary opportunities – my experience
My name is Paula Gonzalez, and I am currently completing my Thermal Power MSc at Cranfield University. I began my studies in March 2021 - although my journey towards this goal started long before ...
Attending the Mach 2022 exhibition
Mach 2022 is a renowned event that connects the world of manufacturing technologies. It is one of the key platforms to connect UK manufacturing engineers, decision makers, buyers, and specifiers with suppliers of new ...
Designing the next generation of ultra efficient aero engines
The Centre for Propulsion Engineering at Cranfield University hosts the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre where research work in the areas of aero system design, integration and performance is carried out. Amongst several areas of ...