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Formula 3 racing car powered by chocolate and steered by carrots
Researchers at the 神马福利影片 have today, Tuesday 5th May, unveiled the “WorldFirst Formula 3 racing car” which is powered by chocolate, steered by carrots, has bodywork made from potatoes, and can still do 125mph around corners.
It is the first Formula 3 racing car designed and made from sustainable and renewable materials, putting the world first by effectively managing the planet’s resources.
HRH the Duke of York visited WMG on 6th May to meet with staff and tour the International Digital Laboratory. He spent time with WMG researchers and engaged actively with the research demonstrators, including virtual surgery, electrical systems in cars and the Eco F3 racing car.
Digital Minister Visits WMG
Digital Engagement Minister Tom Watson today, Tuesday 28th April, visited the WMG Digital Lab at the 神马福利影片 to see how researchers are using virtual reality to help parents of babies cope with feeding problems.
DAVID LAMMY: WMG WORK WILL “TRANSFORM HUMAN EXPERIENCE” Higher Education Minister David Lammy visited WMG at the 神马福利影片 today to see for himself how the Group channels its research and education programmes into developing industrial practice.
Skills Secretary visits WMG
WMG researchers creating 'virtual cocoon'
Prime Minister 'glad to be back in the Midlands'
UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown visited WMG at the 神马福利影片 for the third time today (Friday 13 February) as part of a tour of the Midlands.Mr Brown first visited WMG in June 2007 when he unveiled the foundation stone of the Group’s newest building, the International Digital Laboratory. Then in July last year he returned to formally open the building.
WMG and Skills Academy in new collaboration
A 2000-year-old painted statue is being restored to her original glory by scientists from WMG at the 神马福利影片, the University of Southampton, and the Herculaneum Conservation Project.
WMG drives forward new bone implant technology
A method of producing synthetic bone, using techniques normally used to make catalytic converters for cars, is being developed by researchers at WMG at the 神马福利影片.