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Personal Statement
I studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde (MEng, Distinction 2014) and subsequently obtained my PhD from the University for studies on the influence of matrix stoichiometry on the performance of the fibre-matrix interface within glass fibre-reinforced composites, supervised by Professor Jim Thomason and Dr Liu Yang.
I then spent 4 years in industry with Far-UK (Nottingham) where I acted as both technical and overall project leader across a diverse portfolio of commercial and grant funded projects focussed on applied research and development of composite materials.
I have returned to the University of Strathclyde (January 2022) as a Lecturer in Composite Material Sustainability and Reinforcement as part of the Advanced Composites Group (ACG). My goal, through both academic and industrial collaboration, is to develop and characterise the next generation of sustainable, high performance composite materials.
Research Interests
My current research interests include understanding and enhancing the fibre-matrix interface for new polymer/fibre combinations, the optimisation of adhesion in multi-material structures, and the generation of new forms of advanced composite material to enhance the sustainability and circular nature of lightweight composite materials.
Expertise & Capabilities
Technical:
- Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites
- Composites Fibre-Matrix Interface
- Composite Recycling
- Reinforcement Fibres (Glass/Carbon/Natural)
- Surface Adhesion & Coating
- Mechanical Testing
- Single Fibre Testing
- Polymer and Elastomer
- Thermomechanical Analysis
- Rheology
- Multi-Material Structures
- Adhesives
- Auxetic Materials
Organisational: Significant experience as technical and overall project lead in both fundamental and applied forms of research and development. Experienced in leading and delivering commerical and grant funded projects on time and within budget.
Communication: Regularly present at internationally peer-reviewed conferences as well as regular meetings with project partners.
Academic / Professional qualifications
Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and Institute of Engineers in Scotland (IES)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Composite Material Science
Teaching Interests
16565 Engineering Composites
ME310 Professional Responsbilities
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, The Influence of Matrix Stoichiometry on Interfacial Adhesion in Composites for Wind Turbine Applications, University Of Strathclyde
2014 → 2018
Award Date: 25 May 2018
Master of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, University Of Strathclyde
2009 → 2014
Award Date: 1 Jun 2014
External positions
Engineering Early Early Career Forum, EPSRC
Jan 2021 → …
Composite Development Engineer, Far-UK
Sept 2018 → Dec 2021
Keywords
- Composite materials
- Adhesion
- Fibre-Matrix Interface
- Auxetic materials
- Multi-material structures
- Circular Economy
- Polymers
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DTP 2224 University of Strathclyde | Kelly, Lewis
Minty, R. (Principal Investigator), Yang, L. (Academic), Liggat, J. (Co-investigator), Yang, L. (Co-investigator) & Kelly, L. (Research Co-investigator)
EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)
1/10/23 → 1/04/27
Project: Research Studentship - Internally Allocated
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An investigation of the fibre-matrix interface of laser processed composite materials
Minty, R. (Principal Investigator) & Nixon, P. (Research Co-investigator)
CAV Advanced Technologies Limited
7/08/23 → 6/08/26
Project: Research - Studentship
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An investigation of the mechanical properties of laser perforated CFRP composites for aerospace applications
Nixon, P., Wood, M., Yang, L. & Minty, R. F., 5 Jul 2024. 8 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
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Comparison study of fixed and variable blade interfacial testing systems for the characterisation of thermoset composite
Malone, B., Reynolds, O., Lunn, R., Thomason, J. & Minty, R. F., 5 Jul 2024. 6 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
Open AccessFile59 Downloads (Pure)
Datasets
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Data for: "Investigation of the mechanical properties of carbon and glass fibres exposed to cryogenic temperatures and cryogenic cycling"
Minty, R. (Supervisor), Kelly, L. (Creator), Yang, L. (Supervisor) & Liggat, J. (Creator), University of Strathclyde, 21 Nov 2024
DOI: 10.15129/2dda4231-3dc2-43a6-bf8f-3896a7379e5e, https://www.nccuk.com/events/eccm21/
Dataset
Thesis
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The influence of matrix stoichiometry on interfacial adhesion in composites for wind turbine applications
Minty, R. (Author), Thomason, J. (Supervisor) & Yang, L. (Supervisor), 20 May 2018Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
Activities
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Strategic Themes - EPSRC (Critical Mass) - Sustainable & Circular Materials & Manufacturing
Kay, T. (Organiser), O'Hare, M. (Organiser), Felfel, R. (Participant), Oterkus, E. (Participant), Oterkus, S. (Participant), SARKER, S. (Participant), Mariotti, D. (Participant), Tapinos, E. (Participant), Lau, K. H. A. (Participant), Bellingham, R. (Participant), Henderson, K. (Participant), Deans, F. (Participant), Johnston, K. (Participant), Liggat, J. (Participant), Yang, L. (Participant), Minty, R. (Participant), Gangasa Walvekar, R. (Participant), Macdonald, E. (Participant), Vieira de Souza, W. J. (Participant) & Kumar, A. (Participant)
11 Feb 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Participation in workshop, seminar, course
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EPSRC Peer Review College (External organisation)
Minty, R. (Advisor)
Jan 2024Activity: Membership types › Membership of peer review panel or committee