Eoin Hinchy

Dr. Eoin Hinchy is an Associate Professor at the University of Limerick (UL), affiliated with the School of Engineering, Bernal Institute, and the Centre for Sustainable Digital (Re)Manufacturing. His research focuses on digital manufacturing, advanced robotics, and additive manufacturing, with emphasis on robotic safety systems and machine learning applications. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from UL (2016) and previously worked at DePuy Synthes and Confirm Smart Manufacturing. His work integrates digital twin technology, robotics, and 3D printing to enhance manufacturing processes. He leads an SFI-ADI co-funded project on human-robot interaction in factories.

Teaching interests include advanced manufacturing processes, industrial robotics, and smart manufacturing systems. He has published extensively on topics such as 4D printing, composite material processing, and machine learning in manufacturing quality control.

Recent research trends include the development of adaptive materials for 3D printing, robotic drilling optimization, and digital twin frameworks for life sciences automation. His collaborative projects with industry partners like Analog Devices International aim to advance factory-of-the-future technologies.