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University of Manchester unveils new high-tech facility

27/04/2007

The University of Manchester has launched a new experimental facility directed towards the development of electrical systems.

Aimed at devices for planes, ships and energy generation, the facility will complement the existing Rolls Royce University Technology Centre and develop network for a range of products.

Professor John Perkins, vice-president and dean of the Faculty of Engineering, said that the facility further strengthens its relationship with Rolls-Royce, which has delivered "exciting results and innovations".

Phil Cartwright, head of electrical systems of Rolls-Royce, commented: "The quest for enhanced electrical technologies is driven by customer demands for improvements in performance, capabilities and services.

"Emerging electrical technologies have the potential to meet these demands by enabling major improvements in system integration and product functionality."

The news comes as constructors have been selected for the new £32 million construction work on the University of Manchester.


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