The Story So Far: Life On Mars
Mars has been a mystery for many centuries, a planet that has captured the imaginations of scientists and artists alike. We don’t know exactly who discovered Mars, since, just like Venus, this planet is a bright presence in the night sky, capable of being seen even without a telescope.
It’s Complicated: The Discovery of Stainless Steel
Here at Airedale Springs, we’re constantly discovering new ways in which to improve our spring design. It’s a tough process, but the feeling of finding such discoveries is un-matched by anything. So we can’t imagine the feeling of wonder that was obtained once the discovery of steel was made; something which has revolutionised the way… Continue Reading …
Biomimetics – Cartwheeling Spider Inspires Mars robot
The fascinating field of biomimetics – biologically inspired engineering – is something we at Airedale Springs find truly captivating. This ingenious branch of engineering is constantly discovering new and innovative ways of advancing the engineering field by relying on the lessons that can be learned from the mother of invention – nature. Whilst in its… Continue Reading …
Women in Engineering
Women have always been typically underrepresented in the UK engineering sector, and, in light of the current difficulties surrounding British engineering, there is an increasingly coordinated initiative to try and change this situation. As family-owned spring manufacturers, we fully support the notion that women can play a vital role in the engineering industry, but we… Continue Reading …