BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Newcomen.com - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Newcomen.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.newcomen.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Newcomen.com REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220421T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T133901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T114906Z UID:8311-1650569400-1650576600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'South Wales Colliery Winding Engines' by Brian Davies. DESCRIPTION:An in person presentation by Brian Davies \nAn illustrated talk using slides of surviving and many old and now demolished winding engines. The talk will be in three sections – first a survey of the steam winding engines that survived into the 1960s\, illustrated by photos that Brian took then. Some of them on a tour with George Watkins; then a survey of the engines that survive; and finally he will detail some of the restoration work on the 1875 Barker & Cope engine at the Great Western Colliery near Pontypridd. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/south-wales-colliery-winding-engines-brian-davies/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/22-04-21_SouthWalesCollieryWindingEngines_1200x675.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220413T200000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20220407T050803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T054159Z UID:10411-1649872800-1649880000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Cleveland's Innovative Engineers by Sue Parker DESCRIPTION:An in person and online presentation by Sue Parker\nThe Cleveland Institution of Engineers was founded in 1864 and has detailed accounts of its lectures from 1868 to 1942 with full text and illustrations. \nDrawing from the CIE’s archives\, Sue Parker reveals the innovative engineering solutions of the area’s leading engineers. Many of them were ahead of their time. \nDid you know that attempts were made to start a Channel Tunnel in 1883\, or that the transmitter in telephone microphones in the 1980s was invented by a vicar in 1880? \n\nFor those who are unable to attend in person questions may be submitted via email before the lecture to events@newcomen.com or via Zoom chat during the lecture. \nBooking information\nIf COVID restrictions permit this will be held as a joint In-Person and Online meeting and irrespective of whether you wish to join us In-Person or Online it is essential that you book your place via Eventbrite (see button below). Tickets are free but as we almost certainly will be limited as to the number of people who can attend in person and as we can only accommodate 100 attendees online we recommend you book early. Eventbrite will email you a confirmation immediately after registration. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/clevelands-innovative-engineers-by-sue-parker/ LOCATION:LONDON Alan Baxter Gallery\, 75 Cowcross St\, Clerkenwell\, London\, EC1M 6EL ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/22-04-13_ClevelandsInnovativeEngineers_SueParker_InPersonOnline-v2_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - London Branch":MAILTO:office@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220411T063000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220411T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T152712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T111807Z UID:8072-1649658600-1649705400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'A History of Dowty' by Ally McConnell DESCRIPTION:An webcast (Zoom) presentation by Ally McConnell.\nFeaturing material from Sir George Dowty’s autobiography & the Dowty archive. \nPLEASE NOTE: This is no longer an in-person event. It is however available to book online via the link below \nFor those who are unable to attend in person\, questions may be submitted via email before the lecture to events@newcomen.com or via Zoom chat during the lecture. \nBooking information\nTickets are free but as we can only accommodate 100 attendees online\, we recommend you book early via the Sign up link below (you will receive a confirmation email from Eventbrite immediately after registration). \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/a-history-of-dowty-using-material-from-sir-george-dowtys-autobiography-and-the-dowty-archive-by-ally-mcconnell/ LOCATION:This is an Online Event CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/22-04-11_GeorgeDowty_RailwayRetarder_1200x675.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220406T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220406T210000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20220403T052951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220403T060330Z UID:10392-1649271600-1649278800@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Boxing Clever' - a brief history of corrugated containers and the ingenuity of their design and manufacture DESCRIPTION:An in person and online presentation by Nigel Jopson\nNigel Jopson offers an insight into the complexity of items often taken for granted. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/boxing-clever-a-brief-history-of-corrugated-containers-and-the-ingenuity-of-their-design-and-manufacture/ LOCATION:BIRMINGHAM Think Tank\, Birmingham Science Museum\,\, Curzon Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 7XG CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - Midlands Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/22-04-06_BoxingClever_NigelJopson_1920x1080.png ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Midland Branch":MAILTO:midlands@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220322T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220322T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T145540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T151958Z UID:8051-1647973800-1647977400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Float Glass Development and Process History - A Revolution' by Gerry Miller DESCRIPTION:An in-person meeting presented by Gerry Miller\nThe development of processes for the manufacture of Flat Glass was slow\, progressive in only minor ways for many decades from 1900 to 1960. The methods used had become automated but still had many basic problems\, particularly in the visual quality of the glass. They were all labour intensive\, inefficient in performance and had problems keeping up with the product demands of the consumer industry. All flat glass manufacturers worldwide were looking for a step change to move forward\, but for 30 years little had really changed. \nPilkington was the world leader in the technology of producing Polished Plate Glass\, used for the most demanding markets and they had patents to protect their technology. In the 1950’s the main board of Pilkington\, a family-owned private company\, decided to undertake a revolutionary path in exploring the possibilities of producing high quality glass using a new technology. Their determination and technical expertise took them into an unknown world at great development cost for many years\, far longer than ever expected\, before they found success with the process known as Float Glass. \nThis process was a revolution\, floating molten glass on a bath of molten tin to produce a perfectly formed product\, free of distortion and capable of meeting the needs of all markets in a single process. This method has since become the only significant manner of producing Flat Glass today and has lasted for more than 60 years using the same basic principles. Technical advancements have been made in later years to cover all universal demands for modern glazing requirements\, the application of coatings and colours to enhance both their functionality and appeal. \nAbout the Speaker\nGerry Miller has worked in the glass industry with Pilkington all his life\, including for the last 18 years as an independent consultant internationally\, mainly on the Float Glass process. \nAbout the Venue\nwww.anthonyburgess.org URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/float-glass-development-and-process-history-a-revolution-by-gerry-miller/ LOCATION:MANCHESTER International Anthony Burgess Foundation\, Engine House\, Chorlton Mill\, 3 Cambridge Street\,\, Manchester\, M1 5BY CATEGORIES:UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/22-03-22_FloatGlassDevelopment-ProcessHistory_1200x675.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220321T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220321T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211112T105235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T122615Z UID:8617-1647887400-1647891000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:How Alloy Steels came to serve the Engineer (followed by branch AGM) DESCRIPTION:An In Person & Online Presentation by Dr. Peter Morgan\nThis meeting will be followed by the Branch Annual General Meeting \nWorld production of alloy steels increased rapidly from the 1890’s\, reaching 3.85% of world steel production in 1920.  This expansion resulted mainly from the mechanisation of warfare and the demands of the 1st World War.  It was was based on foundations built in the 19th Century and these are explored in this lecture. \nBy 1800\,   many of the major alloying elements used in steelmaking had been identified and some were becoming available\, through the work mainly of geologists and analytical chemists.  Alliances of scientists\, steelmakers and steel users began to look at their potential. \nAt this time the primary use of steel in industry was for the essential operation of cutting.  Crucible steelmaking allowed production of a reliable high hardness carbon steel in small sections\, albeit only of limited toughness and ductility and with poor tempering resistance.   From 1820 onwards the work of people across many disciplines\, including Faraday\, Fischer\, Sorby\, R.F. Mushet\, and Hadfield\, provided new steels and understanding of the fundamental processes governing their treatment and behaviour. \nWith parallel developments in steelmaking technology allowing bulk production of alloy steels\, larger high strength components could be made. They contributed to new industries requiring steels with specific properties such as resistance to wear\, corrosion resistance and strength at elevated  temperatures. These included electrotechnology\, chemicals manufacture and the production of high performance internal combustion engines. \nAbout the Venue\nAn in-person and webcast (zoom) meeting. \nAs previously the meeting will start at 6:30 pm and tea and coffee will be available from 6:00 pm and we look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an interesting series of talks and discussions. \nFor those of you who are uncertain about attending in-person meetings at present\, we are also pleased to announce that all this year’s programme of talks will also be available as a live webcast. \nKelham Island Museum has advised that although no social distancing restrictions will be in place for the meeting\, we will need to keep a detailed register of attendees.  To assist with this and to gauge demand for the in-person talk it would be very helpful if you could let us know if you wish to join us using the Eventbrite link below.  Similarly\, if you would like to join us online please book using the Eventbrite link below.  We are very happy if you wish to “hedge your bets” and book for both the in-person and online talks at this stage and make a final decision nearer the time. \nA group of members and guests will be meeting for a pre-talk meal and if you wish to join us please let me know so that I can advise them of the probable numbers. \nAll Newcomen evening meetings are free and open to all and if you are aware of any non-members who may be interested in this talk please feel free to forward this email to them. \nPlease Note:-  The parking arrangements at the Museum have changed and the car park between the Museum and the river is now closed and is being used by the Museum Cafe and Bar as an outdoor seating area.  Details of the new parking arrangements can be found at www.simt.co.uk/kelham-island-museum/plan-your-visit \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/how-alloy-steels-came-to-serve-the-engineer-followed-by-branch-agm/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/22-02-21_SteelAlloy_1120x630.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220317T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220317T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T133751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T151046Z UID:8309-1647545400-1647552600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Crossrail' by Christian Wolmar DESCRIPTION:An in-person meeting presented by Christian Woolmar\nAbout the Speaker\nChristian Wolmar is a writer and broadcaster specialising in transport. He frequently appears on TV and radio talking about current issues\, notably about the railways. \nwww.christianwolmar.co.uk URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/crossrail-by-christian-wolmar/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/22-03-17_CrossRail_ChristianWolmar_1024x576.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220315T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220315T190000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211115T090346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T154016Z UID:8670-1647365400-1647370800@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Women of Steel' by Michelle Rawlins (with the SMEA & SYIHS) DESCRIPTION:A joint meeting with the Sheffield Metallurgical & Engineering Association (SMEA) and the South Yorkshire Industrial History Society (SYIHS) presented by Michelle Rawlins\nThe Annual Barraclough Lecture \nA talk about some of the formidable women who worked in the Sheffield steel industry during World War Two. \nSMEA website \nSYIHS website \nAbout the Speaker\nMichelle Rawlins is a freelance journalist and author who also teaches at the University of Sheffield \nAbout the Venue\nCrown Plaza Royal Victoria\, Sheffield \nThis is an in-person and webcast (Zoom) meeting. \nAs previously the meeting will start at 5:30 pm and tea and coffee will be available from 6:00 pm and we look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an interesting series of talks and discussions. \nFor those of you who are uncertain about attending in-person meetings at present\, we are also pleased to announce that a majority of this year’s programme of talks will also be available as a live webcast. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/women-of-steel/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria\, Victoria Station Road\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S4 7YE CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/22-03-15_WomenOfSteel_MichelleRawlings_1200x675.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220228T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20220218T165109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T180704Z UID:10330-1646073000-1646078400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:The Varied Life and Career of William Bragge DESCRIPTION:An In Person & Online Presentation by David Boursnell\nWilliam Bragge’s life illustrates the mix of religious beliefs\, intellectual curiosity\, entrepreneurship\, manufacturing development and civic responsibility that were a feature of the Industrial Revolution. \nBorn in 1823\, the son of a Birmingham jeweller\, Bragge did an engineering apprenticeship in Birmingham which led to a career as both a civil and a locomotive engineer. In 1852 he went to South America\, where he built railways and gas works in both Brazil and Argentina. \nHe returned to England in 1858 a wealthy man and was able to buy a partnership with John Brown and Co in Sheffield. After helping with the company’s expansion into Bessemer steel and armour plates he travelled widely\, negotiating contracts with governments in Russia and elsewhere. He used his travels to build up large collections including tobacco materials\, illuminated manuscripts\, ethnographic objects\, geology and precious stones – many of the items are now in the collections of major museums around the world. \nIn the 1870s\, after his year as Master Cutler\, Bragge devoted himself more to civic activities and the promotion of Free Libraries and technical education in Sheffield. He was the prime mover in the establishment of the Weston Park Museum in the City. \nBragge’s wife Martha died in 1877\, after what appears to have been a protracted illness\, and he then moved back to his native Birmingham\, where he was involved with the establishment of the English Watch Co. as well as involving himself in civic activities until his death in 1884. \nAbout the Venue\nAn in-person and webcast (zoom) meeting. \nAs previously the meeting will start at 6:30 pm and tea and coffee will be available from 6:00 pm and we look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an interesting series of talks and discussions. \nFor those of you who are uncertain about attending in-person meetings at present\, we are also pleased to announce that all this year’s programme of talks will also be available as a live webcast. \nKelham Island Museum has advised that although no social distancing restrictions will be in place for the meeting\, we will need to keep a detailed register of attendees.  To assist with this and to gauge demand for the in-person talk it would be very helpful if you could let us know if you wish to join us using the Eventbrite link below.  Similarly\, if you would like to join us online please book using the Eventbrite link below.  We are very happy if you wish to “hedge your bets” and book for both the in-person and online talks at this stage and make a final decision nearer the time. \nA group of members and guests will be meeting for a pre-talk meal and if you wish to join us please let me know so that I can advise them of the probable numbers. \nAll Newcomen evening meetings are free and open to all and if you are aware of any non-members who may be interested in this talk please feel free to forward this email to them. \nPlease Note:-  The parking arrangements at the Museum have changed and the car park between the Museum and the river is now closed and is being used by the Museum Cafe and Bar as an outdoor seating area.  Details of the new parking arrangements can be found at www.simt.co.uk/kelham-island-museum/plan-your-visit URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/the-varied-life-and-career-of-william-bragge/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/22-02-28_WilliamBragge_WestonParkMuseum_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220222T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220222T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T145342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T161302Z UID:8049-1645554600-1645558200@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:From Time Balls to Time Lights DESCRIPTION:An in-person only (no Zoom) presentation by Dr Roger Kinns\nThe time ball at Greenwich was established in October 1833 after persistent lobbying by Robert Wauchope and successful experiments at Portsmouth in 1829. It used a mechanism supplied by Maudslay\, Sons & Field to provide an accurate\, visible time signal for marine chronometer calibration. It became the reference system for installations worldwide\, but it had been preceded by a shuttered\, stationary time ball at Port Louis\, Mauritius in April 1833\, that had been made locally. \nMaudslays built only four more time ball systems: for Edinburgh and Deal in 1853\, for Sydney in 1855 and finally one for Siemens Brothers in 1873\, who added additional equipment and shipped it to Lyttelton\, New Zealand. Hundreds of other signals were provided world-wide by different suppliers\, ranging from time balls to rotating discs and electric lights under observatory control\, often complemented by time guns. Most had ceased operation by the 1930s when radio time signals had become almost universally available. Destruction of the time ball in Wellington\, New Zealand by fire in 1909 led to the introduction of electric time lights there in 1912 and in Auckland from 1915 but were only withdrawn in 1937. \nThis talk will be illustrated using photographs and other images from around the world. \nAbout of Speaker\nRoger Kinns has worked as an independent consultant since 1999 with principal research interests in vibration and underwater noise due to marine propulsion systems. He read Mechanical Sciences as an undergraduate at Gonville and Caius College\, Cambridge and then took an MASc degree in control engineering at the University of Waterloo\, Ontario\, before returning to Cambridge to complete a PhD in unsteady aerodynamics. Roger was the first Maudslay Research Fellow of Pembroke College\, Cambridge before moving to Scotland and joining YARD Ltd in Glasgow to develop and apply techniques for the acoustic design of ships and submarines. Roger has lived in Clynder\, near Helensburgh\, Scotland since 1975. The Maudslay connection led to an enduring fascination with the history of engineering and particularly time signals. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/from-time-balls-to-time-lights/ LOCATION:MANCHESTER International Anthony Burgess Foundation\, Engine House\, Chorlton Mill\, 3 Cambridge Street\,\, Manchester\, M1 5BY CATEGORIES:UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Time_Ball_Tower_Portswood_Ridge_Victoria_and_Alfred_Waterfront_Cape_Town_1500x844.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220217T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T133637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T135328Z UID:8307-1645126200-1645133400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Stroud’s Other Industries' by Ray Wilson. DESCRIPTION:A presentation by Ray Wilson\nThis is an in person meeting. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/strouds-other-industries-by-ray-wilson/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/22-02-17_StroudNewsAndJournal_ZS2568H04_EbleyMills_1080x608.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220125T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220125T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T144212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T135128Z UID:8044-1643135400-1643139000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:CANCELLED - 'Gyroplanes' by Roger Savage and Wing Commander Mark Quinn DESCRIPTION:A presentation by Roger Savage & Wing Commander Mark Quinn\nThis event has been cancelled \nTake to the skies to learn about the history and technology of gyroplanes and the important role that they have played in military and civilian life. \nAbout the Speakers\nRoger Savage – Founder of Lake District Gyroplanes\, Roger has over 40 years of experience piloting helicopters\, planes and gyrocopters. \nWing Commander Mark Quinn – An experienced RAF Puma pilot and Regional Director of RAF Benevolent Fund\, who now flies Gyrocopters around the Lake District. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/gyroplanes-by-roger-savage-and-wing-commander-mark-quinn/ LOCATION:MANCHESTER International Anthony Burgess Foundation\, Engine House\, Chorlton Mill\, 3 Cambridge Street\,\, Manchester\, M1 5BY CATEGORIES:UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/AutoGyroTakeOff_Oct1940_pitchfork_1920x1200.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220124T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220124T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211112T094939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220116T134045Z UID:8586-1643049000-1643052600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:ONLINE ONLY - ‘Poking its Nose into Everything’ - The Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts\, Manufactures and Commerce DESCRIPTION:A presentation by Susan Bennett MA\nThis event is now Online Only \nFrom its foundation in 1754 the RSA has poked its nose into everything from the ‘polite arts’ to science and technology\, with many other areas of interest in between.  The Society encouraged inventions and developments through its ‘premium’ system which developed in the mid-19thcentury into a wide-ranging lecture programme.  The RSA also led a number of campaigns\, as well as laying the groundwork for the Great Exhibition of 1851. \nAbout the Speaker\nSusan Bennett MA \nFounder member and Honorary Secretary of the William Shipley Group for RSA History (founded 2004) and as former RSA Curator/Archivist Susan Bennett has given presentations and published articles on many aspects of the RSA’s rich and varied history. \nHer book A Thankless Child.  The Life and Times of Georgiana Jane Henderson (1771-1850) was published in 2020. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/the-history-of-the-royal-society-of-arts-the-rsa/ LOCATION:This is an Online Event CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/22-01-24_Repository-at-RSA-1843_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220120T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220120T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T133524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T112608Z UID:8305-1642707000-1642714200@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Annual Joint Meeting with the Bristol Industrial Archaeological Society (BIAS) DESCRIPTION:The Socety’s annual joint meeting with the Bristol Industrial Archaeological Society (BIAS) has been postponed do to Covid. \nInformation regarding the rescheduling of this event will be posted on the website when clarified. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/joint-meeting-with-bias/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Newcomen_BIAS_CombinedLogo_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220105T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220105T210000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211201T080105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T105458Z UID:9200-1641409200-1641416400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Lady Charlotte Guest at Dowlais 1833 – 1855 DESCRIPTION:An in-person only presentation by Dr. Victoria Owens \nDr Victoria Owens examines how a pioneering businesswoman came to head the world’s largest ironworks. \nWhen impoverished aristocrat Lady Charlotte Bertie married wealthy Welsh ironmaster John Guest of Dowlais in 1833\, her relatives looked on with dismay. Yet despite their vast difference of background and age\, over their nineteen-year long marriage\, husband and wife enjoyed great happiness and much adventure. There would be ten children and while John built up an immense commercial empire\, Charlotte championed Welsh culture. \nCrucially\, she taught herself John’s business from the inside. Over the years\, she made the keenest observation of iron production\, the fluctuations of the trade and the engineering innovations that touched upon its developments. When John died in 1852\, she was therefore uniquely well-placed to succeed him as head of the works – a remarkable position for a Victorian woman. Not only did she endeavour to introduce reforms\, but also – rather to her dismay – had to weather a potentially destructive strike. But success came at a price. With her star to all sight in the ascendant\, Lady Charlotte suddenly chose to abandon all\, leave Wales and marry her sons’ tutor! \nThis presentation (& Victoria’s book on the subject) traces the ardent\, creative years of her first marriage\, explores her determination – widowed – to preserve John’s legacy\, and observes her growing devotion to her second husband\, the scholarly Charles Schreiber. \nAbout the Venue\nPlease note that in compliance with Thinktank’s commitment to COVID-19 secure events\, we ask that masks are worn (unless exempt) and social distancing is observed. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/lady-charlotte-guest-at-dowlais-1833-1855/ LOCATION:BIRMINGHAM Think Tank\, Birmingham Science Museum\,\, Curzon Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 7XG CATEGORIES:UK - Midlands Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/LadyCharlotteGuest_900x506.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Midland Branch":MAILTO:midlands@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211213T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211213T203000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211112T103603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211231T193706Z UID:8611-1639423800-1639427400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Target Sheffield - Three failures and a triumph DESCRIPTION:An in-person only lecture by Phillip Judkins\nThis is a joint meeting presented by the Newcomen Society and the South Yorkshire Industrial History Society \nPre-Meeting Exhibition Visit\nThere will be a pre-meeting exhibition visit 6:15pm-7:15pm\, followed by meeting start at 7:30pm. \nAs part of our meeting on Monday 13th December 2021\, we have organised a private visit between 6:15 pm and 7:15 pm to view the exhibition of early magnetron valves and Sheffield industries contribution to the development and manufacture of the necessary permanent magnets.  Many of the items have been loaned to Kelham Island Museum by Dr Phillip Judkins. The exhibition\, which in part was funded by the Newcomen Society\, has been designed and mounted by David Eaton. \nThe magnetron was developed by John Randall and Harry Boot at Birmingham University and the associated magnet research was carried out by Professor Willie Sucksmith at the University of Sheffield.  A key component of the magnetron valve is the high powered magnet needed to generate the microwave field. The magnetron valve was key to producing small but high powered short-wave and high-frequency RADAR systems\, which were installed in aircraft during the battle of the Atlantic in WWII. The objects on display are very early examples and highlight a little known area of important work undertaken in Sheffield during the war. \nThe Lecture (in-person only)\nPlease note new start of 7:30 pm and not 6.30pm as previously advertised. \nEighty-one years ago\, in December 1940\, Sheffield suffered the double blow of being blitzed twice in four nights\, with almost 700 dead\, 40\,000 homeless and devastation across the city centre and public services. The human stories of these raids have been well described many times\, but the technological story of the air attacks on Sheffield has not been as closely examined – and some secrets are yet to be revealed. \nDr Phillip Judkins analyses the engineering and technology of the air attacks on Sheffield in both the First and the Second World Wars\, laying out even-handedly the successes and failures of the scientists\, engineers and military commanders both of attackers and defenders\, and taking the story from the 1870s to the era of the cruise missile. \nExpect to hear a story based on new information which ranges from outright farce to the depths of human tragedy\, as those determined to destroy the Steel City\, and those resolved to stop them\, fight with weapons at – and beyond – the limits of the engineering and technology of their times. \nAbout the Speaker\nPhillip Judkins is a member of council for the Newcomen Society. \nAttending the Lecture\nPlease note\, this is an in-person only meeting. \nThe meeting will start at 6:30 pm with tea and coffee available from 6:00 pm. We look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an interesting series of talks and discussions. \nKelham Island Museum has advised us that although no social distancing restrictions will be in place for the meeting\, we will need to keep a detailed register of attendees.  To assist with this\, and to gauge demand for the in-person talk\, it would be helpful if you could let us know whether you wish to join us using by registering via the Eventbrite link below. \nAlso\, a group of members and guests will be meeting up for a pre-talk meal and if you wish to join please let us know by emailing meetings.syorks@newcomen.com so that we can advise them of probable numbers. \nAll Newcomen evening meetings are free and open to everyone. If you are aware of any non-members who may be interested in this talk\, please feel free to share this page with them. \nPlease Note:-  The parking arrangements at the Museum have changed and the car park between the Museum and the river is now closed and is being used by the Museum Cafe and Bar as an outdoor seating area.  Details of the new parking arrangements can be found at www.simt.co.uk/kelham-island-museum/plan-your-visit \nSign Up For This Event Here (Eventbrite) URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/the-sheffield-blitzes-first-and-second-world-wars/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/21-12-13_TargetSheffield_MarplesHotel_Sheffield_HighSt_after_1940_Blitz_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211208T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T150730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T083233Z UID:8058-1638986400-1638990000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Industrial Steam Power In London 1780 – 1805 DESCRIPTION:An in-person and streamed (Zoom) lecture by Dr. John Kanefsky\nThe role played by London in the classic period of the Industrial revolution (say 1760-1815) has long been a topic of debate among historians of technology. Some have argued that London was unimportant; others that it was a driving force as much as Lancashire or the coalfields. \nThe existence of the huge Boulton and Watt (B&W) archive and the mythology that grew up promoting the firm has led to over-concentration on their output: as recently as 2016 a researcher could write that they had a monopoly of engine building in the capital. This is patently untrue: they were the most important\, but only one of the players in the market for steam engines. \nThis paper examines\, from a wide range of sources\, actual engine numbers built\, as far as they can be ascertained\, and places them in the national context. Moreover\, a survey of steam engines at work in the capital was made by Farey in 1804/5 and published in his famous Treatise in 1827 (see event image). To benchmark this Dr. John Kanefsky‘s online database of Watt and other engines installed up to 1800 has been extended to 1805 for London\, not just for B&W engines but also other makers including Trevithick. The results are instructive and unexpected. \nAttending the Lecture\nIn-Person meeting at the Alan Baxter Gallery\nFor those of you who wish to join us in person\, we will meet from 6:00 pm as usual. \nOnline Meeting\nFor those of you who wish to join us online\, please book via the link below. You will then receive a separate email with a link to access the online event via Zoom on the evening prior to the event. Please note that each link is unique and should not be shared. This link will be available from 6:00 pm and as this is a Zoom Webinar\, whilst you will be able to see and hear the Chairman and Speaker\, they will not be able to see you and you will not be able to see other participants. \nThe Newcomen Society reserves the right to alter the event and its line-up or cancel the event. The Newcomen Society will not be liable for any additional expenses incurred by ticket holders in relation to the event. \nBooking is essential. \nSign Up For This Event Here (Eventbrite) URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/industrial-steam-power-in-london-1780-1805-by-dr-john-kanefsky/ LOCATION:LONDON Alan Baxter Gallery\, 75 Cowcross St\, Clerkenwell\, London\, EC1M 6EL CATEGORIES:Shed Talks (Newcomen Online),UK - London Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/A_Treatise_on_the_Steam_Engine_1827_Plate_22_1920x1080.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - London Branch":MAILTO:office@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211201T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211201T210000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211118T164533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211120T103125Z UID:9166-1638385200-1638392400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Claymills - the building of an integrated Victorian industrial site and its later restoration DESCRIPTION:John Freeman CBE\nClaymills – the building of an integrated Victorian industrial site and its later restoration \nJohn Freeman CBE discusses the progressive development and repurposing of this imposing site from industrial to heritage use. \nIt replaces the provisionally arranged talk on the Harwell Dekatron Computer\, which will be rescheduled for 2022/2023. \nThis lecture is provided by the Newcomen Society\, in conjunction with Birmingham Museums Trust. \nAbout the Speaker\nJohn is a Trustee of Claymills Pumping Engines Trust and has kindly offered this lecture to the Newcomen Society. \nAbout the Venue\nPlease note that in compliance with Thinktank’s commitment to COVID-19 secure events\, we ask that masks are worn (unless exempt) and social distancing is observed. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/to-be-announced/ LOCATION:BIRMINGHAM Think Tank\, Birmingham Science Museum\,\, Curzon Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 7XG CATEGORIES:UK - Midlands Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Midland Branch":MAILTO:midlands@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211123T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211123T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211115T094929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T094929Z UID:8677-1637692200-1637695800@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Golden Egg or Poisoned Chalice? The Story of Nuclear Power in the UK DESCRIPTION:An Online Lecture by Tony Wooldridge (presenting) and Stephen Druce\nGolden Egg or Poisoned Chalice? The Story of Nuclear Power in the UK \nThe UK lays claim to being the first country to produce electricity from nuclear power on a commercial scale and has often ploughed its own furrow\, initially choosing indigenous reactor designs rather than following international trends\, but now willing to consider any design that can satisfy legislative requirements. What are the reasons underlying the erratic development of nuclear power in the UK and what lessons can be learned for future policy decisions\, whether in the UK or elsewhere\, where infrastructure projects with long-term effects are concerned? \nThis book tries to unravel the factors that have influenced policy decisions\, using original sources where possible. The story is fascinating: secrecy in the early years\, unbalanced institutional and commercial influences on government\, powerful personalities\, national pride\, short-sighted political considerations and external events have all played a part. The book starts with the post-war military developments and covers all the main nuclear power activities up to the present day\, including generation\, reprocessing\, decommissioning and waste disposal. \nWhether one is enthusiastic or sceptical about nuclear power\, this book provides an objective review of past policies and decisions and provides essential background for all those interested in the future of the industry\, both members of the public and those more directly involved. \nAbout the Speakers\nTony Wooldridge \nMr Tony Wooldridge gained a First Class Honours Degree in Physics from the University of Oxford in 1973. \nIn 1977\, he joined the electricity supply industry to undertake research and development at the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Applications Centre in Manchester. Subsequently\, he has held a range of technical and management positions in the Central Electricity Generating Board (CEGB) and its successor companies. \nHe was President of the British Institute of NDT during 2005 and 2006. \nIn 2009 he joined the nuclear regulator (NII) and assessed the designs for new nuclear plant in the UK\, particularly the EPR planned for Hinkley Point C. \nHe is a Chartered Engineer and Chartered Physicist\, a Fellow of the Institute of Physics and a Fellow of the British Institute of NDT. \nStephen Druce \nDr Stephen Druce gained a First Class Honours Degree in Metallurgy and Materials Science from the University of Birmingham in 1973 and then a PhD in 1977. \nHe joined UKAEA in 1977 to undertake research and development into the fracture of nuclear structural materials at Harwell\, Oxfordshire. Subsequently\, he held a range of technical and managerial positions in UKAEA and its successor privatised arm\, AEA Technology. During this period\, he managed the AEA Technology Thermal Reactor Safety Programme\, provided expert advice on structural integrity issues in MAGNOX\, SGHWR\, and PWR reactor systems\, and was seconded to US Oak Ridge National Laboratory. \nIn 2009 he joined the UK nuclear regulator (NII) where he worked until his retirement in 2014\, assessing structural integrity issues in the UK AGRs and PWR operating reactors and the design and construction of the proposed EPR for Hinkley C. \nHe is a Chartered Engineer and a Member of the Institute of Materials\, Minerals and Mining. \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/golden-egg-or-poisoned-chalice-the-story-of-nuclear-power-in-the-uk/ LOCATION:This is an Online Event CATEGORIES:UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/DungenessB-AGR_NuclearPowerStation_PhotoCredit-FredStarr_800x450-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211122T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211122T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211112T102126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T102126Z UID:8602-1637605800-1637609400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:The History of Water- the Sheffield Reflection DESCRIPTION:Dr Jenny Stephenson\nThe History of Water- the Sheffield Reflection \nWater\, an essential ingredient for life\, has a fascinating and rather turbulent history. It has certainly been a force for good as well as evil: too much\, too little\, clean or dirty\, as illustrated in this talk. \nIn the early years\, the industrial town of Sheffield expanded quickly and became victim to severe overcrowding\, putting pressure on the supplies of drinking water and general cleanliness\, with the terrible consequences of cholera\, typhoid\, smallpox\, high infant mortality rates to name but a few. It took 22 years for Sheffield’s leaders to respond to the situation following a survey report of 1847\, by digging sewers and building further reservoirs. \nAs well as this timeline\, the talk will cover the history of the toilet and that of our local fifteen reservoirs. The talk will briefly cover the issues of sustainability and concerns for the environment\, including the part we ourselves can play in this. \nThe talk is based on a book written by Dr Jenny Stephenson\, which is an easily readable account and copies will be available at £10 with 100% of the proceeds going to WaterAid and Cavendish Cancer Care. The book can also be obtained  from https;//www.amazon.in/History-Water-Sheffield-Reflection-civilisation/dp/1905278918 or directly from Jenny at jenniferannstephenson@btinternet.com \nAbout the Speaker\nJenny is a GP in Stannington\, Sheffield and also works at the Health Authority (CCG) in the Diabetes department. She enjoys painting and photography and collecting interesting facts\, and has written two previous local history books. One details local medical history through the timeline of her medical centre\, Walkley House\, and the other is on the History of Pharmacy. \nAbout the Venue\nAn in-person and webcast (zoom) meeting. \nAs previously the meeting will start at 6:30 pm and tea and coffee will be available from 6:00 pm and we look forward to welcoming you to what we hope will be an interesting series of talks and discussions. \nFor those of you who are uncertain about attending in-person meetings at present\, we are also pleased to announce that all this year’s programme of talks will also be available as a live webcast. \nKelham Island Museum has advised that although no social distancing restrictions will be in place for the meeting\, we will need to keep a detailed register of attendees.  To assist with this and to gauge demand for the in-person talk it would be very helpful if you could let us know if you wish to join us using the Eventbrite link below.  Similarly\, if you would like to join us online please book using the Eventbrite link below.  We are very happy if you wish to “hedge your bets” and book for both the in-person and online talks at this stage and make a final decision nearer the time. \nA group of members and guests will be meeting for a pre-talk meal and if you wish to join us please let me know so that I can advise them of the probable numbers. \nAll Newcomen evening meetings are free and open to all and if you are aware of any non-members who may be interested in this talk please feel free to forward this email to them. \nPlease Note:-  The parking arrangements at the Museum have changed and the car park between the Museum and the river is now closed and is being used by the Museum Cafe and Bar as an outdoor seating area.  Details of the new parking arrangements can be found at http://www.simt.co.uk/kelham-island-museum/plan-your-visit \nSign Up For This Event Here URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/the-history-of-water-the-sheffield-reflection/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/History-of-Water-22nd-November-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211118T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211118T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T133410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211024T134952Z UID:8303-1637263800-1637271000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:“Transport without Petrol: a Pictorial History” by Robert Everett. DESCRIPTION:In person meeting. URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/transport-without-petrol-a-pictorial-history-by-robert-everett/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211116T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T114439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T093003Z UID:8036-1637071200-1637078400@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:'Learning Through Archaeology: Killingworth Billy' by Michael Bailey and Peter Davidson DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/learning-through-archaeology-killingworth-billy-by-michael-bailey-and-peter-davidson/ LOCATION:NEWCASTLE Discovery Museum\, Blandford Square\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne & Wear\, NE1 4HZ CATEGORIES:UK - North East Branch,UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/KillingworthBilly_1500x1000-300x200-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211110T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T150540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T083732Z UID:8056-1636567200-1636570800@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:"Industry before the industrial revolution" by Dr Justine Bayley DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/industry-before-the-industrial-revolution-by-dr-justine-bayley/ LOCATION:LONDON Alan Baxter Gallery\, 75 Cowcross St\, Clerkenwell\, London\, EC1M 6EL CATEGORIES:UK - London Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - London Branch":MAILTO:office@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211026T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211026T193000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T114826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T093552Z UID:8038-1635273000-1635276600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Watering the Capital or Watering Capital? False accounting and a corrupt chief engineer. By Nick Higham DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/watering-the-capital-or-watering-capital-false-accounting-and-a-corrupt-chief-engineer-by-nick-higham/ LOCATION:This is an Online Event CATEGORIES:UK - North Western Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/HamptonWaterworks_1920x888.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211027 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T151017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T083829Z UID:8060-1635206400-1635292799@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:CANCELLATION. "Learning Lessons from Engineering Failures " DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/cancellation-learning-lessons-from-engineering-failures/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:UK - South Yorkshire Branch END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211025T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211025T200000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T115116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T092230Z UID:8040-1635184800-1635192000@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:Sir Thomas Bouch: Hero? Villain? Victim? Or just bad PR? by Bill Jagger DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/sir-thomas-bouch-hero-villain-victim-or-just-bad-pr-by-bill-jagger/ LOCATION:SHEFFIELD Kelham Island Museum\, Alma Street\, Sheffield\, South Yorkshire\, S3 8RG CATEGORIES:UK - South Yorkshire Branch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.newcomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Original_Tay_Bridge_before_the_1879_collapse.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - South Yorkshire Branch":MAILTO:meetings.syorks@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211021T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211021T213000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211024T135131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211024T135131Z UID:8321-1634844600-1634851800@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:"Thomas Pearson\, Engine Erector" by Ian Broom". DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/thomas-pearson-engine-erector-by-ian-broom/ LOCATION:BRISTOL BAWA\, 589 Southmead Rd\, Filton\, Bristol\, BS34 7RG CATEGORIES:UK - Western Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - Western Branch":MAILTO:western@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211019T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211019T200000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211019T111217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T083939Z UID:8034-1634666400-1634673600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:"Metallurgical Myths and Other Misapprehensions of the Jet Engine and Jet Aircraft Era" by Dr.Fred Starr DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/metallurgical-myths-and-other-misapprehensions-of-the-jet-engine-and-jet-aircraft-era-by-dr-fred-starr/ LOCATION:This is an Online Event CATEGORIES:UK - London Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - London Branch":MAILTO:office@newcomen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211019T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211020T084630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T084642Z UID:8077-1634652000-1634655600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:"It’s not just about the robot! - the development of automated welding" by Bob Bowden DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/its-not-just-about-the-robot-the-development-of-automated-welding-by-bob-bowden/ LOCATION:NEWCASTLE Discovery Museum\, Blandford Square\, Newcastle upon Tyne\, Tyne & Wear\, NE1 4HZ CATEGORIES:UK - North East Branch,UK - North Western Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - North Western Branch":MAILTO:catherine.casson@manchester.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211013T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211013T190000 DTSTAMP:20260524T194221 CREATED:20211020T085235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T085235Z UID:8081-1634148000-1634151600@www.newcomen.com SUMMARY:"A curator at the height of his powers: HW Dickinson\, James Watt\, and the Newcomen Society\, 1919-1930" by Ben Russell DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.newcomen.com/activity/a-curator-at-the-height-of-his-powers-hw-dickinson-james-watt-and-the-newcomen-society-1919-1930-by-ben-russell/ LOCATION:LONDON Alan Baxter Gallery\, 75 Cowcross St\, Clerkenwell\, London\, EC1M 6EL CATEGORIES:UK - London Branch ORGANIZER;CN="Newcomen - London Branch":MAILTO:office@newcomen.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR