At ESR Technology, our values include a strong commitment to supporting the younger generation in STEM initiatives, whether through education, early-career development, or exposure to real-world engineering challenges.
One of our senior consultants at the National Centre of Tribology, Dr David Macmillan, has recently demonstrated this commitment through his involvement in an Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) STEM initiative. Working collaboratively with the IMechE Tribology Group, David has contributed to the IMechE’s library of online STEM activities, designed for use both at home and in school environments, helping to encourage children to engage in fun and educational engineering challenges.
David has assisted in developing resources for two activities: The Slippery Sled Engineering Challenge and The Shuffleboard Friction Challenge. Both challenges explore the principles of friction and how it affects movement across different surfaces, helping young learners understand why some objects travel further than others. Holding a PhD in tribology, the study of friction, wear, and lubrication, David’s expertise has been particularly valuable to this initiative.
Supporting and inspiring the younger generation to engage with STEM is a core value at ESR Technology, and we are proud to recognise and celebrate David’s contribution to this important work. Initiatives like this reflect both our values and our technical strengths.
Alongside inspiring future engineers, ESR Technology’s National Centre of Tribology delivers expert consultancy, testing, and research services that help organisations understand and overcome challenges associated with friction, wear, and lubrication.
To learn more about our tribology expertise and how we support organisations with real‑world engineering challenges, visit our service page or get in touch with the team.