During this period the CPT has expanded from three researchers to a thirty strong activity Prof Blunt has formed extensive industrial collaborations in particular with Taylor Hobson Ltd a world leading metrology company. Prof Blunt held the Taylor Hobson Chair of Surface Metrology 2002-2012. Prof Blunt is the Unit of Assessment Co-ordintor for Engineering and Director of the Centre for Precision Engineering.

Research Expertise and Interests
Surface micro and nano metrology
Tribology and Metrology Medical Implants
Development of Precision Abrasive Processes
Forensic Metrology for Ballistics
Development of standards
Roll 2 Roll Manufacture and Metrology