Inventions, gadgets, cutting edge technology, robots and feats of mechanical, civil and electronic engineering.

Some of the things you can see in this area: BAE Systems; Robots Live; Design Network North; Institution of Civil Engineers; Mechatrons; The Welding Institute, Siemens and Honda.

The world of engineering is huge. It covers a massive range of subjects including aerospace, electrical, electronics, marine, mechanical, metals, bio-engineering and automotive. Explore the world of engineering and find out about the careers open to you.

Some of the things you can see in this area: Science Busking; Robert Stephenson Trust; STEAM, a collection of North East museumes; TDR Training.

Find out how engineering is helping to solve some of the problems facing the world today. How are engineers helping us go green and helping us preserve the planet for future generations?

Some of the things you can see in this area: the new Nissan JUKE; Teesdale Conservation's coffee powered car.

Space exploration and all things fast, land air or water based.

Some of the things you can see in this area: RAF Red Arrow; Star Chaser's Sky Bolt rocket.

The further and higher education sector in the region are coming together in the Future Lab.  Universities and colleges will be showcasing some of the cutting edge engineering developments that are taking place in the north east.  James Bond meets Tomorrow's World at boom!

Just some of the exhibits you'll see in the Future Lab - a holobox; a 3D scanner and printer; the emotional tree; and a forensic crime scene.  You'll also be able to try your hand at flying an underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle) via a simulator.