After an introduction about CERN, a brief description of the Large Hadron
Collider(LHC) it is reviewed. Pros and cons of a few advanced engineering
design cases are taken in consideration together with the involvement of the
European Industry. The conclusion is that the LHC project has been an important
driving force for Innovation in European Industry.Comment: Invited paper to symposium on Case studies in Advanced Engineering
Design. Tu Delft Nov.18-19,201