Siemens Aims to Inspire at the Big Bang Fair
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Posted on March 11, 2010 at 4:07:01 AM
Siemens Aims to Inspire at the Big Bang Fair
FRIMLEY, England, March 11, 2010--
- Manchester Central, 11-13th March 2010
Siemens has confirmed an exciting array of activities at the three day
Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair in Manchester. Visitors to
Siemens' stand can experience driving a Formula One car on a race simulator
and sitting in the hot seat of an electric powered car. On the final day
visitors can meet Ric Egington, one of the Siemens sponsored GB Rowing Team,
who is a perfect example of the high performance culture espoused by the
company.
Siemens is a lead sponsor of The Big Bang which takes place at Manchester
Central from 11th - 13th March. The Big Bang will celebrate young people's
achievements in science and engineering during 2009 and will encourage young
people of all ages to do more with science, technology, engineering and
mathematics (STEM), at school and beyond.
Siemens will demonstrate how it uses STEM in every day business,
presenting a host of inspirational activities at the event to highlight the
range of interesting and exciting careers where science and engineering is at
the heart - such as Formula One.
In the effort to shave critical tenths of a second off lap times, Red
Bull designers and engineers use Siemens PLM software to model and manage
every part of the car. The Fair visitors will be able to try out the
software, see the design and manufacturing process and discover why certain
parts of the car are made from specific materials. It will also be possible
to experience how difficult it is to drive a car round the track on race
simulators - racing against the clock.
On show outside the venue for the duration of The Fair will be 'The
Greenster'. The electric sportscar, developed by Siemens and car-manufacturer
Ruf, is based on a Porsche 911 Turbo and has zero carbon emissions. It will
also be possible to see a wind turbine model in action on the Siemens stand
as well as the chance to try out a 3d ultrasound scanner. A huge doodling
wall for children to express their thoughts about some of the world's
toughest questions and music from a DJ will complete the area of activities.
Andreas J. Goss, UK Chief Executive of Siemens, said: "We are delighted
to support this event because we recognise the need to help create tomorrow's
talent by engaging school children in engineering, science and manufacturing
from an early age. By supporting the development of scientists, engineers,
technologists and mathematicians, Siemens can help establish the UK as a
world leader in research and development and strengthen global
competitiveness. As a global leader in innovation, Siemens needs bright young
people who are fascinated by science and technology and The Big Bang gives us
an ideal opportunity to find them".
The Big Bang will kick-off National Science & Engineering Week and is
expected to attract around 15,000 students.
For more information on Siemens exhibits at The Big Bang visit:
http://www.siemens.co.uk/thebigbang
Source: Siemens Plc
Contact: Kerry Milton Tel: +44-(0)1276-696338
FRIMLEY, England, March 11, 2010--
- Manchester Central, 11-13th March 2010
Siemens has confirmed an exciting array of activities at the three day
Big Bang UK Young Scientists and Engineers Fair in Manchester. Visitors to
Siemens' stand can experience driving a Formula One car on a race simulator
and sitting in the hot seat of an electric powered car. On the final day
visitors can meet Ric Egington, one of the Siemens sponsored GB Rowing Team,
who is a perfect example of the high performance culture espoused by the
company.
Siemens is a lead sponsor of The Big Bang which takes place at Manchester
Central from 11th - 13th March. The Big Bang will celebrate young people's
achievements in science and engineering during 2009 and will encourage young
people of all ages to do more with science, technology, engineering and
mathematics (STEM), at school and beyond.
Siemens will demonstrate how it uses STEM in every day business,
presenting a host of inspirational activities at the event to highlight the
range of interesting and exciting careers where science and engineering is at
the heart - such as Formula One.
In the effort to shave critical tenths of a second off lap times, Red
Bull designers and engineers use Siemens PLM software to model and manage
every part of the car. The Fair visitors will be able to try out the
software, see the design and manufacturing process and discover why certain
parts of the car are made from specific materials. It will also be possible
to experience how difficult it is to drive a car round the track on race
simulators - racing against the clock.
On show outside the venue for the duration of The Fair will be 'The
Greenster'. The electric sportscar, developed by Siemens and car-manufacturer
Ruf, is based on a Porsche 911 Turbo and has zero carbon emissions. It will
also be possible to see a wind turbine model in action on the Siemens stand
as well as the chance to try out a 3d ultrasound scanner. A huge doodling
wall for children to express their thoughts about some of the world's
toughest questions and music from a DJ will complete the area of activities.
Andreas J. Goss, UK Chief Executive of Siemens, said: "We are delighted
to support this event because we recognise the need to help create tomorrow's
talent by engaging school children in engineering, science and manufacturing
from an early age. By supporting the development of scientists, engineers,
technologists and mathematicians, Siemens can help establish the UK as a
world leader in research and development and strengthen global
competitiveness. As a global leader in innovation, Siemens needs bright young
people who are fascinated by science and technology and The Big Bang gives us
an ideal opportunity to find them".
The Big Bang will kick-off National Science & Engineering Week and is
expected to attract around 15,000 students.
For more information on Siemens exhibits at The Big Bang visit:
http://www.siemens.co.uk/thebigbang
Source: Siemens Plc
Contact: Kerry Milton Tel: +44-(0)1276-696338