Garth Morgan Kendall Pearce

Garth Morgan Kendall Pearce is a Professor in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He specializes in the mechanics and design of composite structures, focusing on multiscale modeling, simulation, and experimental analysis. His work integrates theoretical, analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches to understand composite materials' behavior under various conditions. He holds the position of Deputy Head of School (Education) in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW, overseeing educational initiatives and teaching advanced courses in finite element methods, aerospace structures, and composite cryotanks.

His research interests include composite materials and structures, with a focus on their mechanical behavior under dynamic loading, damage prediction, and design optimization. He explores advanced finite element techniques and the application of composite materials in aerospace and dangerous goods transport. Key areas include multiscale modeling of composites, automated manufacturing processes (e.g., AFP), and the development of CFRP vessels for cryogenic applications. His work emphasizes industry collaboration, particularly with Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Omni Tanker, to translate research into practical solutions.

Advising and grants involve PhD projects aligned with industry, such as modeling textile composites, CFRP cryogenic tanks, and AFP manufacturing. He has led projects funded by the ARC Training Centre for Automated Manufacture of Advanced Composites and secured grants like the $1M Global Innovation Linkages grant. His collaborations with industry partners have contributed to product development and regulatory standards, including UN Model Regulations for dangerous goods transport vessels. His team’s work includes X-ray and neutron tomography for composite microstructures and simulation tools for Abaqus software.