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Evripides joined the Mechanical Engineering department in 2016. He has a diverse set of interests, particularly relating to the mechanics and manufacturing of thin structures. Before joining the University of Bath, Evripides was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Cambridge and a Research Fellow at Darwin College. From 2018 to 2020 he was a Researcher in Residence at the MTC. He is a Chartered Engineer (IMechE) and a Research Affiliate of the International Academy of Production Engineers (CIRP). He is currently the Programme Tutor for Year 2 in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
Education
Evripides obtained his PhD in the Advanced Structures group at the University of Cambridge on the topic of multistable shells. He conducted his undergraduate work at MIT and also holds an M.S. from Columbia University.
Research
- Smart structures
- Morphing shells
- Forming of metal and composites
- Flexible manufacturing
- Additive manufacturing of metamaterials
- Machine Learning in Manufacturing
Teaching
- Manufacturing Operations & Technology (ME20026)
- Group business design project supervision (ME30068/40228)
- High Performance Aerospace Structures (ME40377)
- Final year research project supervision (ME40321)
Willing to supervise doctoral students
Evripides is available to supervise research degree projects.
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 Engineering, Elementary Morphing Shells, University of Cambridge
Award Date: 17 May 2014
Civil Engineering & Engineering Mechanics, Master in Science, Columbia University
Award Date: 21 May 2008
Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Award Date: 8 Jun 2007
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Made Smarter Innovation: People-Led Digitalisation Engagement and Impact Acceleration
Newnes, L. (PI), Fai, F. (CoI), Giannikas, V. (CoI), Loukaides, E. (CoI), Shepherd, P. (CoI), Shokrani Chaharsooghi, A. (CoI), Basir, M. (Researcher), Carey, E. (Researcher), Hwabamungu, B. (Researcher), Kilic Ararat, B. (Researcher), Nwaiwu, F. (Researcher), Oliveira Da Silva, M. (Researcher), Roberto, R. (Researcher) & Smyth, L. (Researcher)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/04/25 → 31/03/26
Project: Research council
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Multi-Application BONDing (MABOND)
Loukaides, E. (PI), Butler, R. (CoI) & Pinto, F. (CoI)
Innovate UK, Innovate UK Business Connect
1/07/24 → 30/06/27
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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GKN Prosperity Partnership
Butler, R. (PI), Anaya-Izquierdo, K. (CoI), Bowen, C. (CoI), Buchard, A. (CoI), Burrows, A. (CoI), Chew, J. (CoI), Fallon, C. (CoI), Kopec, M. (CoI), Loukaides, E. (CoI), Lunt, A. (CoI), Lupton, R. (CoI), Mays, T. (CoI), Pegg, E. (CoI), Pinto, F. (CoI), Rhead, A. (CoI) & Yu, H. (CoI)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/12/23 → 30/11/28
Project: Research council
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High speed microtomography of viscous deformation mechanisms in carbon non-crimp fabrics during compaction
Lunt, A. (PI), Butler, R. (CoI), Chen, Y. (CoI), Jagpal, R. (CoI), Loukaides, E. (CoI), Rhead, A. (CoI) & Srisuriyachot, J. (CoI)
8/07/22 → …
Project: Research-related funding
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Elastic-Plastic Localisation in Metamaterial Manufacturing proposal writing
Loukaides, E. (CoPI), Dias, M. (CoPI), Walker, M. (CoPI) & Taffetani, M. (CoPI)
20/03/25 → 1/07/25
Project: Research-related funding
Research output
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Cut the scrap: making more use of less metal
Allwood, J., Music, O., Loukaides, E. & Bambach, M., 12 Jun 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: CIRP Annals. 74, 2, p. 895-919 25 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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An Analytical Model for Wrinkle-free Forming of Composite Laminates
Trenam, A., Aza, C., Jones, C., Lawrence, G., Harper, L., Rhead, A. T., Loukaides, E. & Butler, R., 1 Nov 2024, In: Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing. 186, 11 p., 108386.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Auxetic fixation devices can achieve superior pullout performances compared to standard fixation concepts
Barnett, E., Fletcher, J., Gill, H. S., Pegg, E. & Loukaides, E., 30 Jun 2024, In: Smart Materials and Structures. 33, 6, 065010.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access5 Citations (SciVal) -
Consolidating perspectives on digitalization: a structured review of factors influencing technology implementation in manufacturing
Basir, M., Loukaides, E. & Giannikas, V., 2 Jul 2024.Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
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Insights from UK Manufacturing – What Implementers of Industrial Digital Technology Teach Us About Enablers and Benefits
Basir, M. & Loukaides, E., 5 Nov 2024, Made Smarter: Centre for People-Led Digitalisation. 4 p. (P-LD Insights; no. 3)Research output: Book/Report › Other report
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Activities
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EPSRC UK Metamaterials Network
Loukaides, E. (Contributor)
24 Nov 2020Activity: Public, Community and School Engagement › Public talk, lecture, debate, seminar, workshop
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CIRP 71st General Assembly
Loukaides, E. (Speaker)
26 Aug 2022Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Conference presentation / attendance
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12th Global CIRP Web Conference
Loukaides, E. (Member of programme committee)
2024 → …Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Major conference organising role
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Proceedings of the Royal Society A (Journal)
Loukaides, E. (Peer reviewer)
2017 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Publication peer review
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UK Manufacturing Forum
Loukaides, E. (Participant)
9 Dec 2019Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Other academic event (organisation, presentation, attendance)