With over 30 full-time faculty members dedicated to teaching and research, the Department of Mechanical Engineering supports research in numerous relevant fields. We advance aerospace research and often work with NASA on research methods for its future missions. The Institute for Sustainable Manufacturing pioneers new manufacturing standards that respect the planet’s resources. Our Institute of Research for Technological Development (IR4TD) explores fire research, painting technology research, lean manufacturing systems and more. Mechanical engineering is a diverse discipline, and our robust faculty is engaged in every aspect of it.
We’re Hosting Tailgate Parties for all UK Football Home Games!
All College of Engineering alumni, faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend. Food and drinks will be served at no cost.
Herrin Awarded INCE-USA Outstanding Educator Award
The award is intended to honor a person who has significantly advanced the technology and practice of noise control engineering through unique contributions to the education of future noise control engineers.
Tyler Nichols Featured by NASA on National Intern Day
Nichols is one of four UK students, from a total of 16, who were selected for the highly competitive NASA Academy at NASA Langley Research Center.
