Mihailo Ristic

Dr. Mihailo Ristic is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He holds a First Class Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University College London (1981), an M.Sc. in Control Systems (Imperial College London, 1982), and a Ph.D. in Robotics (Imperial College London, 1986). His research spans control systems, CAD/CAM, robotics, and medical engineering, with recent focus on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems and mechatronic devices for clinical applications.

Dr. Ristic is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. He co-founded Turbo Power Systems, specializing in high-speed electric machines and power electronics. His work integrates robotics, medical imaging, and advanced manufacturing, addressing challenges in distributed power generation and biomedical device design. Key projects include novel MRI magnet configurations, intraoperative MRI tools, and robotic systems for MRI-guided interventions.

• Education:
  • B.Sc. (First Class Honours) Mechanical Engineering, University College London (1981)
  • M.Sc. Control Systems, Imperial College London (1982)
  • Ph.D. Robotics, Imperial College London (1986)
• Affiliations:
  • Robotics Forum
  • CAD/CAM Research Group
  • Mecheatronics in Medicine

His research interests include medical engineering innovations, such as MRI system design, collagen fiber analysis, and robotic-assisted surgery. He has contributed to over 50 publications in journals and conferences, focusing on imaging technologies, robotics, and mechatronics. His work bridges academic research and industrial applications, particularly in energy systems and biomedical devices.

Dr. Ristic’s awards include the Fellowship of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. His grants and projects involve collaborations with industry partners to advance MRI hardware, teleoperated surgical systems, and energy-efficient power solutions.