In search of silent shipping

Run time: 11.30 – 17.00

Imagine a ship or submarine that can glide through water in
silence. With neither propellers nor rudders, it navigates with unparalleled
grace and stealth. Introducing magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) drives – propulsion
systems that harness electromagnetic forces to move without mechanical parts.

Join Muhammad Ishaq (Coventry University) to uncover how
this ground-breaking technology works and dive into the challenges of bringing
MHD drives to life. Drop in to see demonstrations of MHD principles in action
and take part in an experiment using a MHD drive to power a model boat through
a container of water. 

This is a chance to submerge yourself in the fascinating
field of MHD and to consider how ships and submarines might be powered in the
future.

This event is part of the Museum of Liverpool takeover, a
day of free talks, workshops and activities across the museum. Join us on
Sunday 14 September 10.30-17.00.

For access information and directions to this venue, and all
British Science Festival venues, please click this link https://britishsciencefestival.org/british-science-festival-2025-venues