Our centres

We have Centres, Institutes and Groups that undertake world-class research in our specialised areas of academic expertise

Human Machine Intelligence Group

Experts in connected intelligence systems, comprised of machine learning, communication networks, and engineering
Hybrid Electric Propulsion Group

Focussing on the development, integration and operation of novel, sustainable and green power and propulsion technologies
Integrated Vehicle Health Management Centre

Supporting commercialisation, reducing time to market and combining technology, business and technology transfer solutions
Lethality and Survivability Group

Leading expertise in the philosophy of lethality and survivability through in-depth knowledge of the associated technologies and science
Life Assessment Group

Undertaking research into understanding the chemistry and thermal decomposition chemistry of energetic materials
Low Emissions Technologies and Combustion Group

The LETC group comprises more than 15 academic and research staff as well as several doctoral candidates with significant experience in both industry and academia
Magan Centre of Applied Mycology

The Magan Centre of Applied Mycology (MCAM) aims to become an interdisciplinary world-leading centre of excellence dedicated to pioneering mycological research
Materials Characterisation

Materials, physics and engineering to a wide range of defence, security and industrial challenges
Multifunctional Composites and Through-Thickness Reinforcement

Exploring the integration, evaluation and optimisation of 3D multifunctionality in composite structures through hybridisation
National Flying Laboratory Centre

National Flying Laboratory Centre is responsible for operating aircraft for Cranfield University including the Saab 340B
Ordnance Test and Evaluation Centre

Performing independent test and evaluation on weapon systems and explosive stores
Propellant Group

We are the focus for solid propellant research and the understanding of their material science and chemical properties
Research degree opportunities in Systems Engineering

The Centre of Excellence for Complex Systems provides opportunities for research degree study in various areas of systems engineering
Safety and Accident Investigation Centre

Our team has first-hand experience in managing airline and military aircraft operations, accident investigation, design and certification
Security Group

This Group is active in the areas of explosives and CBR detection, working to develop new and improved current detection equipment