Innovative Design & Manufacturing Research Centre, University of Bath

The Innovative Design and Manufacturing Research Centre (IDMRC) is unique in its emphasis on research in both design and manufacture. In modern manufacturing the definition, manufacture and verification of the product are intimately interlinked and the IDMRC's research programme reflects this, with research themes in:

• Advanced machining processes and systems 
• Constraint-based design and optimisation 
• Design information and knowledge 
• Metrology 
• Assembly systems and technologies

IDMRC has a well-equipped laboratory and has a particular emphasis on the development of techniques and methodology. The Centre's work is widely supported by industry, especially from the aerospace and packaging sectors and with emerging strengths in shoe and electronics manufacture. 

IDMRC offers several design and manufacturing projects and partnerships, including:

• Collaborative research (including masters, PhD and Eng Doc opportunities)
• Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP)
• Consultancy with a focus on applied problem solving and strategic advice 
• Student placements and projects

For more information visit the IDMRC website.