CASE STUDY
Saving tonnes of carbon in nuclear welding
Welding the thick-walled steel sections of a reactor pressure vessel is an extremely time-consuming task, with each join taking around ten days to complete and releasing tonnes of carbon.
3 February 2022
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As the lead on industrial processes, the HVM Catapult has identified the key areas that should be of global focus: net zero design and make; and tracking emissions throughout manufacturing supply chains.
3 February 2022
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Revolutionising the rail industry with augmented reality
The system monitors real-time performance of station services, allowing swift detection and repair of faults within the station’s lifts, escalators and travelators, as well as signalling equipment along the high-speed line.
3 February 2022
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Key role in Driving the Electric Revolution
The UK is planning to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with 78% of the reduction in carbon emissions planned for 2035. Such an ambitious target calls for radical restructuring of all forms of transport.
3 February 2022
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Seismic II takes schools to the next level
Large public works, like schools and hospitals, are increasingly benefitting from the faster delivery of modern methods of construction, such as modular building. The catch is that there are many platforms for modular structures that can prove incompatible, leading to potential waste and increased cost.
3 February 2022
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End-to-end hydrogen – supporting critical infrastructure
Hydrogen is a powerful fuel source that has the potential to revolutionise a number of sectors, including transport. With almost zero carbon emissions and a high energy density, this abundant gas promises to be a key element of delivering net zero whilst satisfying the increasing national need for energy.
3 February 2022
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Creating jobs in nuclear energy
Nuclear is an obvious answer, but lead times are lengthy and the financing challenges for large reactors are formidable.
3 February 2022
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Supporting patients with cerebral palsy
The current standing frames have a number of limitations, including high cost of manufacture, ease of use for medical professionals and carers, and the bespoke nature of each frame making it difficult to re-adapt them for other patients.
3 February 2022
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Immersive tech trains global health heroes from their homes
Immersive technology has been used to help train surgeons who faced reduced learning opportunities due to COVID-19 restrictions.
3 February 2022
CASE STUDY
Dental aerosol protection equipment to safeguard against airborne particles
To help address this, the MTC has developed ‘Halo’. Designed to protect dentistry staff and patients against contaminated aerosol particles, it provides up to 99% protection when used in conjunction with standard dental high-volume extraction equipment.
3 February 2022