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Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC)
Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) is a network of world-leading research […]
6 October 2025
CASE STUDY
The Manufacturing Technology Centre worked with High Value Manufacturing Catapult colleagues and a Winter Paralympian to develop an award-winning sit-ski that’s lighter and more aerodynamic than conventional models.
24 January 2024
CASE STUDY
Developing the skills system for emerging technologies
HVM Catapult is leading work to create a better technical skills system for manufacturing and many other key sectors in the UK
6 February 2023
CASE STUDY
Metal additive manufacturing for lightweight helicopter parts
A process design and topology optimisation study was undertaken, beginning with a baseline stress analysis for a current machined-from-solid AlSi10Mg aluminium alloy handle, in order to evaluate different AM handle designs and also a hollow handle, indicating weight savings of between 20% and 45% were possible.
3 February 2022
CASE STUDY
Building up the Scottish 3D-printing supply chain
Additive manufacturing (or 3D-printing) is a transformative approach to manufacturing that allows companies to develop complex shapes which often can’t be created by any other process.
3 February 2022