Richard Muir Boeken

Exploring the historical decline of settlements, this illustrated study delves into the fate of thousands of villages that vanished, particularly during the medieval period when fragile structures succumbed to decay. It highlights evocative remnants, such as ruined churches, that stand as testaments to these once-thriving communities. The narrative suggests that the phenomenon of deserted villages may continue, urging readers to consider the evolving roles of these spaces in a changing landscape.

Investigates the history of villages in England and what life in them was like from their early origins, some in the Iron Age, to the present and how they have changed

Focusing on the engineering and technological aspects, this project involves the development of a remote-controlled hovercraft as part of an academic course. It builds on prior work and aims to create an autonomous vehicle capable of lifting a payload of 1.5kg while consuming a maximum of 35W of power. The hovercraft utilizes propeller-generated airflow and features a skirt for lift. Control is achieved through a PlayStation 3 gamepad, enabling wireless communication between the base station and the hovercraft's onboard remote station.