The Engineering Design Show (EDS) returns on the 9th – 10th October at The CBS Arena. This year’s event promises to be the biggest yet with a sold-out floor plan. EDS is the UK’s top free exhibition for mechanical, electronic, and embedded design, attracting engineers from various industries.
Headline sponsors Powell Electronics, Solsta, and Wurth Electronics are back to support this two-day event, alongside Dassault Systemes, sponsoring The Engineer Conference Theatre, QRA, sponsoring the EDS Party, and ConeX, the new Start-Up Zone sponsor.
With over 200 exhibitors showcasing everything from 3D printing and fasteners to design software and PCB manufacturing, visitors will discover the latest innovations in engineering. For a full exhibitor list, visit www.engineeringdesignshow.co.uk.
Here’s what else you can expect at EDS 2024:
50+ Hours of Free Learning Opportunities
EDS offers over 50 hours of free expert-led sessions across three conference theatres. Highlights include:
- 11:15 am | 9th October - Socially Assistive Robots and the UH Robot House – Patrick Holthaus, Senior Research Fellow, University of Hertfordshire
- 1:15 pm | 9th October - Protecting Intellectual Property in the Age of AI – Katy Sayer, UK and European Patent Attorney, Venner Shipley
- 11:15 am | 10th October - British Olympic Track Bike Development – Ben Collins, Lead AM Applications Engineer, Renishaw
- 12:15 pm | 10th October - The Fight to Repair: Why You Don’t Truly Know Your Product Until Someone Else Has Tried to Repair It – Jude Pullen, Creative Technologist, RS DesignSpark
Workshop Sessions for Practical Knowledge
Hands-on workshops provide actionable insights for your business. Key sessions include:
- 10:30 am | 9th October - How High-Speed Data Communication is Used on Industrial Machinery – Ryan Milligan, Director, Powell Electronics
- 11:30 am | 9th October - Maximizing the Potential of Multiphysics Simulation – Dr. Ross Hubble, Technical Manager, COMSOL Ltd
- 1:30 pm | 9th October - Realizing Productivity and Innovation Through Inclusive Work Environments – Poppy Harrison, Maira Bana, and Laura Hoang, SheCanEngineer
- 1:30 pm | 10th October - The Devil is in the Detail – Martin Dinmore, Distribution Channel Manager, Pico Technology
Meet the Next Generation of Engineering Superstars
Nottingham Trent University will showcase over 25 product design graduates who recently exhibited at New Designers in London. Second-year students will also present a collaborative project with Trampboards, demonstrating their innovative VESC power system. Trampboards will be on hand to explain the technology and its real-world applications.
Innovation and Start-Up Zones
Explore cutting-edge advancements at the Innovation Zone, featuring Creative Hubb Limited’s EOD Bomb Disposal Suit made with meta and para-aramid materials for optimal protection. The Start-Up Zone will feature exciting products from companies like Structural Evolution, Electrogear Solutions, and HAL Robotics, along with 3D printing and scanning technologies from Construct 3D and Nexa 3D.
Additional Activities You Can’t Miss
There’s more to EDS than just learning and exhibitions:
- Race to Place at the EDS Games Zone, with F1 racing simulators and other interactive games.
- Recharge at the Chill and Charge Zone, a quiet space to relax and power up your devices.
- Enter the Free EDS Raffle for a chance to win a VR headset, Amazon vouchers, and so much more!
- Join the EDS Party on 9th October, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. This year’s party has a larger space, including a quieter area to network with clients and colleagues while enjoying complimentary drinks, snacks, and live music.
Don’t Miss Out!
EDS 2024 is the UK’s premier event for design engineers to discover the latest products, connect with suppliers, and find inspiration. Reserve your free spot using the QR code below. We look forward to seeing you there!
