Automated Design and Optimisation Techniques using CFD 28 June 2006 1 day seminar IMechE, 1 Birdcage Walk, London, SW1H 9JJ

Improved computer processor speeds have enabled automated design and optimisation techniques to become more practical, making this topic essential in today's design environment. Benefits are being seen, improvements achieved and many leading companies are now using these approaches in their design activities.

This seminar will examine some techniques being used with a wide range of practical examples. Industrial and academic speakers will make this a fascinating and educational event for anyone involved in CFD, design and computing science.

Benefits of attendance: • Becoming conversant with latest technical developments in the field • Networking and building contacts • Improving competitiveness of UK engineering

Who should attend: • Researchers from Universities • Industrial practitioners • Managers • Management consultants • Business improvement experts • Government staff • Consultants • Computer hardware and software developers

Keynote Address: Automated Design and Optimisation - A View from Industry; Dr Clyde Warsop, Senior Principal Scientist, BAE Systems Advanced Technology Centre