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Applications of threaded-fastener research leading to improved plant and transportation safety

Summary of the impact

This case study outlines how research into the frictional behaviour of nuts and bolts (threaded fasteners) has found commercial applications and contributed to the improved safety of transport systems, industrial plant and equipment. A number of significant impacts have developed from a long-term research association between this UoA and the company Bolt Science, based in Chorley, Lancashire. Drawing on UCLan-based research, training materials have been developed by Bolt Science and delivered globally to encourage the safe and correct use of threaded fasteners in the engineering industry. Bolt Science have drawn on research conducted at UClan to inform a major accident investigation by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch as well as solutions to problems in other engineering applications.

Submitting Institution

University of Central Lancashire

Unit of Assessment

General Engineering

Summary Impact Type

Technological

Research Subject Area(s)

Chemical Sciences: Analytical Chemistry
Engineering: Mechanical Engineering
Medical and Health Sciences: Clinical Sciences

“Sporting Playgrounds: Its time to play” – modifying school playground environments to increase physical activity

Summary of the impact

This case study summarises impact consequent to empirical research related to the concept of "Sporting Playgrounds" from the Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences (RISES). The "Sporting Playgrounds" project addressed the global problem of falling levels of childhood physical activity through the introduction and assessment of innovative markings and physical structures to the school playground. Research outcomes have changed National and International school playground planning and design as well as altering educational policy. Associated health economics analysis has demonstrated the cost effectiveness of these interventions. The project has also developed novel approaches to the overall practice of assessing children's physical activity levels which have informed continuing efforts to monitor and improve children's physical activity within educational settings.

Submitting Institution

Liverpool John Moores University

Unit of Assessment

Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism

Summary Impact Type

Societal

Research Subject Area(s)

Medical and Health Sciences: Public Health and Health Services

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