Associated partner.
Team member: Tamas Josza
involved in WP 2, 3 and 5
Cranfield University is a global leader in postgraduate education and research, specialising in science, technology, engineering, and management. Cranfield is an engineering powerhouse. As the only university in Europe with its own airport, Cranfield facilitates unparalleled research and education activities in aerospace engineering.
The Centre for Computational Engineering Sciences (CCES) develops and applies cutting-edge computational methods to tackle complex engineering challenges across multiple sectors. By leveraging high performance computing, artificial intelligence, and computational mechanics, the CCES plays a key role in shaping the future of digital engineering.
Beyond its established strengths in the aerospace and energy sectors, the Centre has a growing interest in biomedical engineering, applying its expertise in computational modelling, and computer vision to advance healthcare and medical research. This interdisciplinary approach enhances Cranfield’s impact across multiple sectors, ensuring that its computational solutions are both innovative and practical.
With access to specialist facilities, including Cranfield’s own airfield, robotics labs, wind tunnels, and the ARCHER2 UK National Supercomputing Service, the CCES fosters fruitful collaborations with several partners including large enterprises and small businesses. Through pioneering research and postgraduate programs, the Centre equips engineers and scientists with the computational tools to drive innovation and solve real-world challenges, reinforcing Cranfield University’s position as a leader in engineering and technology.