Christian Griffiths

Christian Griffiths is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Swansea University's School of Aerospace, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, Chartered Engineer, and Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, he brings 16 years of industrial experience from the automotive sector to his academic role. His expertise spans machine tools, robotics, and laser cutting technologies, and he serves as Director of the AIRBUS BEng and FEngd Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering degree programs.

His research focuses on Robotics and Automation, Micro and Nano Fabrication, 3D Printing, and Aerospace Drilling techniques. As Associate Editor for Microsystem Technologies (Springer), he has published 6 book chapters and 84 peer-reviewed papers with over 1,055 citations and an h-index of 19. His work demonstrates a clear progression from micro injection molding during his PhD (2006-2009) to current applications in robotics and advanced manufacturing.

His recent publications (2021-2025) show a strong focus on robotic control systems, digital twin applications, sustainable manufacturing, and aerospace engineering solutions. The breadth of his work spans from fundamental robotics research to practical industrial applications across multiple sectors including aerospace, renewable energy, and railway infrastructure.

Dr. Griffiths actively supervises numerous PhD and EngD students across diverse topics including robotic drilling systems, neural network control, environmental monitoring robots, and digital twin applications for industrial processes. His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate and postgraduate courses in machine elements, robotics, and automation, reflecting his commitment to both theoretical and practical education in engineering.