Sean Lyons

Dr. Sean Lyons is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Science and Health, Department of Bioveterinary and Microbial Sciences. With an h-index of 24 and over 2072 citations, his research spans Material Science, Robotics, and Sustainable Manufacturing.

His work focuses on advanced manufacturing technologies, including Asset Administration Shells, OPC UA protocols, and ROS-based computer vision systems, particularly for robotics and polymer-metal composites. He has contributed to optimizing electroless plating techniques for ionic polymer-metal composites (IPMCs) and sustainable production systems.

Recent publications in 2024 highlight his expertise in Smart Manufacturing, Computer Vision, and Polymer Engineering. His research aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through innovations in sustainable materials and automation.

Lyons has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, including with Dr. Costelha, Dr. Devine, and Professor Higginbotham, across institutions in Europe. His 70+ research outputs since 2006 reflect sustained contributions to manufacturing and materials science.