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ASIMO teaches young engineers the power of dreams

The latest version of ASIMO, the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, will be making its UK debut in the North East of England with a mission to inspire the region’s next generation of engineers.

Honda’s humanoid robot (capable of running at nearly 4 mph) will be in the North East for three days at the Youth Engineering Summit (YES) being held at Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton le Spring, in June.

YES provides an opportunity for around 7,000 year 7 and 8 students to see the importance of engineering in modern day life and appreciate the range of career options available in the field.

A range of public and private sector organisations, including One NorthEast, the North East Productivity Alliance (NEPA) and the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS), are backing the show in the North East with the aim to make it an annual event in the future.

Dr Colin Herron, One NorthEast Manufacturing and Productivity Manager, said: “The Youth Engineering Summit has been successfully run in the Midlands since 2000 and it is excellent to have the opportunity to bring it up to the North East. “Engineering applies to all industries, from record making to financial services, as well as within manufacturing, production and construction, and the show is a fantastic opportunity for youngsters from the North East to see the diverse range of career options available.

“I am also personally really looking forward to seeing the world famous ASIMO whose presence in the UK should inspire the next generation of engineers - particularly from North East England.”

The event will be held at the Rainton Meadows Arena, Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear on 24-26 June. For more information call 02392 631 331.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .