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Personal profile
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 across a diverse portfolio of commercial and grant funded projects focussed on applied research and development of composite materials.
I have recently 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
- Auxetics
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)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Composite Material Science
Teaching Interests
16565 Engineering Composites
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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An investigation of the fibre-matrix interface of laser processed composite materials
CAV Advanced Technologies Limited
7/08/23 → 6/08/26
Project: Research - Studentship
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Advancing the understanding of the composite fibre-matrix interface through the development of automated micromechanical testing
7/08/23 → 6/08/26
Project: Research - Studentship
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The role of residual stress at the fibre-matrix interface in composite materials
Minty, R. F., 4 May 2023.Research output: Contribution to conference › Speech › peer-review
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The dependence of interfacial shear strength on temperature and matrix chemistry in glass fibre epoxy composites
Minty, R. F., Yang, L. & Thomason, J. L., 31 Jan 2023, In: Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing. 164, 10 p., 107303.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile12 Downloads (Pure)
Thesis
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The influence of matrix stoichiometry on interfacial adhesion in composites for wind turbine applications
Author: Minty, R., 20 May 2018Supervisor: Thomason, J. (Supervisor) & Yang, L. (Supervisor)
Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
Activities
- 2 Membership of committee
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Scottish Plastics and Rubber Association (External organisation)
Ross Minty (Advisor)
24 Jan 2022 → …Activity: Membership types › Membership of committee
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EPSRC Engineering Early Career Forum (External organisation)
Ross Minty (Advisor)
Jan 2021 → …Activity: Membership types › Membership of committee