November 2008

• Beautiful music, horrible sounds

  The IET Manchester Christmas Family Lecture tells the story of two terrible bands and one mission: to make them sound better.

  Lecture 24 November 2008, Salford, UK

• Ergonomic Design and System Integration in RNLI Lifeboats

  Come along to find out about how the RNLI overcomes challenges involved in designing lifeboats, and in integrating the various systems essential to modern lifeboat operation.

  Lecture 25 November 2008, Poole, Dorset, UK

• Remotely operated submersible technology and its application in underwater exploration This talk looks at the engineering and operational challenges that have been encountered as the UK's scientific deep water remotely operated submersible, "Isis", has completed its first two years of successful operations from research ships of opportunity and explains some of the technology used to offer this exciting service to the scientific community. Lecture 25 November 2008, Southampton, UK

• Present Around the World

  Formerly the Brennan Cup post-graduate papers evening, this is the IET Younger Members' flagship worldwide presentation competition.

  Workshop 25 November 2008, Malone Lodge Hotel, Belfast

• Cellular Phones - Myths and Reality

  This is traditionally a lively topic and always attracts a large turnout. Areas covered include health and general planning issues. The talk will also include material on the technical aspects of the cellular service and how O2 presents the case to audiences and handles the various interactions.

  Lecture 25 November 2008, Wirral UK

• Team Building

  Introduction into the functions of leading others, planning, implementing and monitoring the leadership process.

  Workshop 25 November 2008, Worcester, UK

• Motor Sport Technology Transfer

  The motor sports arena is a showcase for advance technology available in the industry; Formula 1, Rally cars, Moto GP etc.

  Lecture 25 November 2008, Donnington, UK

• The IAM annual lecture and launch event

  The lecture and launch of PAS 55: 2008 will be open to all those with a professional interest in optimising the management of physical assets including public buildings, transport infrastructure, utilities and manufacturing plants.

  Lecture 25 November 2008, London, UK

• Unmanned Air Vehicles - Past, Present and Future

  This talk will cover the history and development of the UAV from early trials through to the present day where they are being used not only in the military but also in the civilian fields.

  Lecture 25 November 2008, Bridgwater, UK

• Using social media to inspire change In 2007 The Pinkerton Lecture attracted a full house with Sir Tim Berners-Lee as the guest speaker. In 2008 Alex Balfour will be the guest speaker. Alex is the Head of New Media for LOCOG. Lecture 26 November 2008, London, UK