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Roger Dixon is a Professor of Control Systems Engineering at the University of Birmingham's School of Engineering and a Visiting Professor at Loughborough University. His expertise spans applied control systems, mechatronics, condition monitoring, fault detection, and systems engineering. He holds a PhD from Lancaster University (1996) and has led major research initiatives in academia and industry, publishing over 150 papers. His work focuses on rail, road, aerospace, and energy sectors, emphasizing innovative solutions for industrial challenges.
Education:
- BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, Lancaster University (1992)
- MSc Mechatronics, Lancaster University (1993)
- PhD Control Systems Engineering, Lancaster University (1996)
Research Interests: His research integrates advanced control strategies, fault detection, and condition monitoring. Key areas include:
- Rail infrastructure (e.g., fault-tolerant track switches)
- Aerospace actuator systems and fault-tolerant designs
- Energy systems (e.g., LNG platform monitoring)
- Model-based control and simulation
Professional Highlights: Notable contributions include the 2013 REPOINT railway track switch concept and 2003 gas turbine fault-tolerant control patents. He chairs the UK Automatic Control Council (2017–2020) and has editorial roles in international journals.
Awards:
- Fellow of the IMechE (2011)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2006)
- Chartered Engineer (2000)
Lab & Collaborations: Leads the Control Systems theme at the Birmingham Centre for Railway Research & Education (BCRRE), focusing on rail innovation and multidisciplinary projects.
