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IAAPS to pair advanced simulator with 4WD powertrain test facility to accelerate motorsport and automotive development

IAAPS to pair advanced simulator with 4WD powertrain test facility to accelerate motorsport and automotive development

An advanced Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulator will combine virtual vehicle dynamics with physical propulsion hardware at the Bristol and Bath Science Park, supporting faster development for motorsport, automotive and wider transportation customers.

30 September 2026

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IAAPS achieves key ISO certifications
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IAAPS achieves key ISO certifications

The audit was undertaken by QMS International and demonstrates IAAPS’ Integrated Management System and adherence to key standards and guidelines

24 Jun 21

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IAAPS to collaborate with AVL on engine systems research
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IAAPS to collaborate with AVL on engine systems research

IAAPS and Austria-based powertrain testing specialist AVL List GmbH have sealed a Research Collaboration Agreement that will see them work closely together on innovation and research projects

14 Jun 21

Automotive
Host of new appointments bolsters IAAPS leadership team
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Host of new appointments bolsters IAAPS leadership team

Work continues behind the scenes to prepare not only the new building, but also the wider IAAPS team for the start of services at the Bristol and Bath Science Park.

09 Feb 21

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IAAPS Ltd appoints Principal Engineer
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IAAPS Ltd appoints Principal Engineer

Dr Andrew Lewis has been appointed to the IAAPS Ltd Engineering Team as the Institute gears up for the detailed equipment commissioning

03 Feb 21

Automotive
IAAPS to partner in £20m efficiency improvement research project
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IAAPS to partner in £20m efficiency improvement research project

IAAPS is pleased to announce the new Advanced Propulsion Centre/Innovate UK project Trident, led by Cummins Turbo Technologies and in collaboration with Aeristech and Holtex

02 Feb 21

Automotive
Dr Richard Burke to chair track at ASME ICE Division Conference
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Dr Richard Burke to chair track at ASME ICE Division Conference

Dr Richard Burke will be chairing the Propulsion and Emissions Track at this year’s ASME Internal Combustion Engine Division Conference

02 Feb 21

Automotive
Time to unlock potential of digital design tools
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Time to unlock potential of digital design tools

Senior IAAPS engineers and academics recently shared their insights on DIDT integration with SAE International’s European editor

21 Jan 21

Automotive
IAAPS and AVL join forces to debate future digital product developments
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IAAPS and AVL join forces to debate future digital product developments

The Low Carbon Vehicle Show brings together automotive engineering and technical professionals from across the world to discuss, debate and demonstrate future technological advancements in the sector

30 Nov 20

Automotive
Can a system-wide approach deliver more efficient innovation?
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Can a system-wide approach deliver more efficient innovation?

Listen to AVL’s Dr Wolfgang Puntigam and IAAPS’ Professor Chris Brace as they share their collective vision for the future of vehicle development in response to the challenges facing the automotive industry

30 Nov 20

Automotive
IAAPS to be part of DETI – digitally transforming engineering
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IAAPS to be part of DETI

IAAPS is proud to be part of the South West’s Digital Engineering Technology and Innovation (DETI) programme, a strategic two-year £8.85m collaborative initiative.

20 Oct 20

Automotive
IAAPS research with Bentley Motors to look to future of electric drive
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IAAPS research with Bentley Motors

IAAPS researchers have been appointed as part of a nine-partner consortium with Bentley to deliver breakthroughs in e-axle electric powertrains

05 Aug 20

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