Leeds Association of Engineers
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This section has been created as a vehicle for keeping our members informed of association news and by reporting current events etc. related to the wide spectrum of engineering. Contributions by members will always be welcome, but no politics or religion please.
Cloud computing is the new kid on the block. In simple terms, lots of servers are linked together on the World Wide Web to provide clients (you) with data storage, and software (or APPs as they are now becoming known). This array of servers is the CLOUD. Google have jumped the gun with Cloud, and if you sign up for … Continue reading “Cloud computing, is it the new kid on the block?”
As I start of my term as president of the association, I would take this opportunity to thank the past president and council members for their work over the previous year. I am sure that I will have their continued support. Looking back over the year, the membership level has remained fairly stable, although there was a slight drop in … Continue reading “2009 President's Letter : John McClarty”
Photographs courtesy of Duncan Purt. Click on a picture to start a slideshow.
1. “When I worked for Verizon, I found the phrase going forward to be more sinister than annoying. When used by my boss – sorry, “team leader” – it was understood to mean that the topic of conversation was at an end and not be discussed again.” Nima Nassefat, Vancouver, Canada 2. “My employers (top half of FTSE 100) recently … Continue reading “Management Speak!!”
In 1950, the RAND corporation created this model to show how a home computer could look like in 2004. It was thought that a teletype interface and Fortran language it would be easy to use. So, what’s this Fortran then – is it an iPad app?
The council of the Association are pleased to announce that Mr Roger Bate has become an Honorary Life Member of the Association. Roger has been a member of the Association for many years and will be known to many of our members. Although not very active in recent years, has always been a strong supporter of the Association. Now retired … Continue reading “Roger Bate : Honorary Life Member of the Association”
During the last year, two of our members, Chris Burgess and Barrie Yates have been assisting with project work carried out by The Thermodynamics Group at Leeds University. Chris has worked in a supporting role, supplying components and metal parts which has enabled Leeds University to extend some of their research into improving the efficiency of automotive engines. Barrie has … Continue reading “Chris Burgess and Barrie Yates help students at Leeds University”
I have now completed my first year as president of the association. I think last year was a success, the attendance at our annual dinner has increased each year and from the feedback I get, it is very much enjoyed by those who come. This year the church service was better attended due in no small way to the pub … Continue reading “2008 Presidents Letter by Steve Hall”
