Case Studies

Next-generation weather model development with the Met Office

The weather might just be the UK’s favourite topic of conversation – probably in part because it is so difficult to predict what it will do next. But making the weather more predictable is precisely what we’re trying to do.

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More accurate rail updates using big data analytics

We investigated how big data analytics could be used in the rail transport system to provide real-time service information.

Drip-free design meets need for speed

Using supercomputer Blue Wonder, we helped Unilever slash many months and tens of thousands of pounds from the design process, whilst delivering the best consumer experience for new laundry liquid products.

Pharmaceutical product design goes digital

Working with major names in the industry, the Hartree Centre is a partner in the powerful ADDoPT collaboration that aims to secure the UK’s place at the forefront of new pharmaceutical development.

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Bringing supercomputing to the factory floor

The Hartree Centre has provided critical assistance to simulation company 3DSIM to optimise its software, which reduces the risk of failure during metal 3D printing.

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Inspiring new visualisation technology development

Visualisation and Virtual Reality (VR) company, Virtalis, has expanded its product range with a specialist software developed for and demonstrated at the STFC Hartree Centre.v

Code optimisation accelerates aero-engine innovation

The Hartree Centre’s high performance computing (HPC) capabilities are helping Rolls-Royce plc to model and improve component design in its world-renowned jet engines more quickly and cost-effectively.

Remote visualisation helps bring ‘HPC for all’ within reach

Working with the Hartree Centre, Constelcom has proved the feasibility of a cost-cutting innovation that makes it more attractive and affordable for businesses to harness high performance computing (HPC) services.

Transforming Daresbury into an IoT connected campus

As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to gain traction, the STFC Hartree Centre has demonstrated the opportunities and possibilities – plus its own relevant expertise – by turning Daresbury Laboratory into a ‘connected campus’.