Access a world-class engineering library of key databases, texts and journals.
Please Note
The Library and Members’ Hub will be closed from 5pm on Friday 20 December until 9.30am on Monday 6 January. The Library and Archive team will be offline from 25 December and be back online to help with enquiries on 2 January. We wish you a relaxing festive break!
Access books, journals and more, in print and online.
Access books, journals, and more - in print and online.
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Gain a perspective on the history of mechanical engineering. Our records include:
We offer research guidance and pre-booked in-person appointments to view material.
Archive catalogue Digitised archive material
The Library and Members’ Hub at One Birdcage Walk offers a flexible space for work and study in a historic setting.
We are open Monday to Friday, 9.30AM – 5PM. Members can sign in guests. Non-members are welcome by appointment.
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