The wind and rain may have limited the number of people coming along to this early morning event which showcased some the innovative and creative technologies on offer from the three 'Ingenuity Programme' universities but it certainly didn't dampen the enthusiasm or commitment from all those who did make it to the Mansfield Civic Centre.
                                                                              
With the Red Robot guarding the entrance to the exhibition hall timing was everything... once inside there was plenty to delight our visitors and exhibitors alike.  The huge pneumatic spine might have seemed somewhat out of place next to the breakfast buffet but it certainly drew a crowd!  The universities had plenty of courses on offer as well as extensive displays of digital technologies and product design expertise all to be explored with background music from a true 'surround sound system'.  Guests could also experience walking through a 3D restaurant, creating sound from stretching fabrics and much much more.
 
An excellent display of university creative technologies well supported by the Mansfield business community.