A vibrant research program in mechanical engineering at UWA is supported by leading researchers and state-of-the-art facilities.

Our staff have specialist research expertise and have received substantial funding to undertake their invaluable research.

We offer high-quality research training and supervision for students through postgraduate degrees by research. Both our undergraduate and postgraduate students undertake exciting research projects.

Research areas

• Chemicals, Fuels and Energy - studying the processes by which raw materials become products and their environmental and economic impact
• Materials - researching the design of sensor and actuator systems as well as intelligent or smart metals
• Mechatronics - researching the integration of the technologies of mechanics and electronics
• Petroleum - seeking ways to improve the recovery and safe transportation of oil and gas  

Research centres

Centre for Acoustics, Dynamics and Vibration 

The primary objectives of the Centre are to actively undertake collaborative contract research with government and industry, to encourage postgraduate research in acoustics, dynamics and vibration by financing externally funded top up scholarships, to act as a focal point for the advancement of acoustics, dynamics and vibrations in this region, to manage short courses and conferences, and to undertake collaborative research and teaching exchange with overseas affiliates.

Consulting

The Mechanical Engineering Consultancy Service provides engineering consulting and contract research services to industry and the broader community.

We also provide specialist equipment and laboratory hire to qualified industry personnel.