Research projects

Explore examples of a selection of our current research projects and learn more about Cranfield's impact

Developing paper 'origami' eDNA sensors for real-time public surveillance of invasive species

Developing low-cost origami paper eDNA sensors for rapid, on-site detection of freshwater invasive species, enabling early surveillance by citizen scientists.
Developing the use of UAV-RADAR for soil moisture assessment

This project aims to test the efficacy of drone-mounted synthetic aperture radar to measure soil moisture
Development of a UAV-based monitoring framework for greenhouse gas emissions

This project will explore the possibilities that UAVs offer within the context of GHGs emissions monitoring
Development of an inspection system for confined space in aircraft fuel tanks

This project aims to design and develop a robotic system prototype for visual inspection of an aircraft fuel tank
Development of gender-equal teaching materials

Developing teaching materials to ensure female farmers get the support they need to improve their food safety
DfT-FASS: Digital Aviation Connectivity and Security

How digital connectivity in all its forms can enable and accelerate the rapidly changing needs of air travellers and the aviation sector
DfT-FASS-6G: Secure Access Control in Smart Airports

New monitoring technologies for smart airports introduced by 6G networks can help the authorities to reduce crimes
DigitAF

Developing decision support tools for farmers, policy makers, and those in the value chain, to help promote agroforestry in Europe
DigiTOP

Digital toolkit for optimisation of operators and technology in manufacturing partnerships
Discipline Hopping for Environmental Solutions in a Changing World

Improving climate models that enable the prediction and assessment of, and response to, the effects of drought and flood
Dynamical studies of asteroids collisions

Analysing the dynamics of the asteroids populating the solar system to describe more accurately mutual close approaches and collisions.
Early detection and warning system for lithium battery thermal runaway

Developing ultra safe batteries to enable electric flight
Electric vehicles urban development and energy infrastructure

Analysing the interaction and dependency of energy infrastructure and urban development
Empowering Communities: The Green Hydrogen Network

This research project explores the potential and challenges of community-driven hydrogen projects by examining existing initiatives in Germany and the UK
Energy infrastructure planning in South Africa through partnership

Developing energy infrastructure planning models/tools for rural urbanisation in South Africa based on optimal peer-to-peer energy sharing