Professor Jianqiao Ye BEng, MSc, PhD
Chair in Mechanical EngineeringProfile
Biography
Professor Jianqiao Ye joined Lancaster University in 2012 as Professor and Chair of Mechanical Engineering. He is a member of the Lancaster Intelligent, Robotic and Autonomous Systems Centre (LIRA).
Professor Ye’s research spans a broad spectrum of topics in engineering science and technology, encompassing failure and damage mechanics of fibre-reinforced composites, advanced steel–concrete composite structures, geopolymers, lightweight and sustainable cementitious materials, cement and concrete carbonation, offshore oil and gas structures, and vibration energy harvesting.
He has extensive experience in experimental testing, numerical modelling, and optimization of complex materials and structural systems. His recent work integrates modern analytical instruments—such as X-ray computed tomography (X-CT), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and energy-dispersive spectroscopy (EDS)—with data-driven methods including metamodelling, machine learning, and digital twin technologies.
Research Collaboration
Professor Ye has collaborated with leading research institutions worldwide, including:
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The University of Sydney
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Australian National University
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Nanyang Technological University
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National Physical Laboratory (NPL), UK
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Stanford University
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Tsinghua University
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Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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Wuhan University
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Shenzhen University
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Hefei University of Technology
His contributions to the development and industrial application of composite materials and advanced structural systems have gained international recognition. His research has been supported by major UK and international funding bodies, such as the European Commission, EPSRC, Royal Society (RS), Royal Academy of Engineering (RAE), and by a number of industrial partners, including Airbus, BAE Systems, Dunlop, DSTL, Force Technology, ITASCA, and QinetiQ.
Publications and Recognition
Professor Ye has authored three books and more than 200 refereed papers in international journals and conference proceedings. His publications have received over 8,100 citations, with an H-index of 52 (Google Scholar).
Since 2019, he has been consistently listed among the world’s top 2% most influential scientists, featuring in both the Lifetime Scientific Influence Ranking and the Global Scientists Influence Ranking published annually by Stanford University and Elsevier.
Teaching and Academic Service
At Lancaster University, Professor Ye has taught a range of core engineering modules, including:
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Mechanics of Materials (ENGR111)
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Vibration Analysis and Applications (ENGR352)
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Fundamentals of Manufacturing (ENGR112)
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Engineering Analysis (ENGR201)
He has also contributed to academic quality assurance and curriculum development as:
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Engineering Programme Consultant, Blackpool & Fylde College
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External Examiner, Undergraduate Mechanical and Sustainable Energy Engineering Programme, Queen Mary University of London
Expansion Joint Energy Recovery
03/06/2024 → 03/06/2025
Research
Investigation of dynamic response and damage/failure mechanism of composite laminates under impact loading condition
02/10/2023 → 01/10/2026
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Investigation of mechanisms of the surface wear behavior of the components and tribo-dynamic modelling method of the rolling element bearings
31/03/2022 → 30/11/2023
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Development and analysis novel lattice structures for energy absorption
01/10/2021 → 30/09/2024
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Development of 3D DEM models for analysis of hybrid joints: a microscale approach
01/10/2020 → 30/09/2023
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Towards low-carbon heating and cooling of buildings using smart concrete
31/03/2020 → 30/03/2026
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Development of Smart and Sustainable Infrastructure Materials
01/10/2019 → 30/09/2023
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Multi-scale Investigation on Engineered Aligned Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete for High-Speed Train Ballastless Track Slabs
18/03/2019 → 17/03/2025
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Predictions of mechanical propertiesunidirectional fibre-reinforced polymer composites by using DEM and ML
15/01/2019 → 30/03/2023
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MSI: Biomaterials derived from food waste as a green route for the design of eco-friendly, smart and high performance cementitious composites for the next generation multifunctional built infrastructure
30/09/2018 → 29/09/2020
Research
Dynamics and optimal design of engine valve springs
01/01/2018 → 30/12/2020
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Static and Dynamic Analysis of Nonlinear Valve Springs Based on Finite Element Analysis and Machine Learning Algorithm
01/12/2017 → 15/10/2021
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Development of Novel Multi-Material Adhesive Joints
02/01/2017 → 15/04/2021
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Hydrodynamics and mechanics of composite risers cum marine hoses in oil/gas applications
01/10/2015 → 10/06/2022
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Deformation Behaviour of Woven Fibre Elastomeric Composites
01/10/2014 → 31/03/2019
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En-ComeE: Energy Harvesting Powered Wireless Monitoring Systems based on Integrated Smart Composite Structures and Energy-Aware Architecture
01/04/2014 → 31/08/2017
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Multi-scale Approaches to Mechanical Contraction and Electrical Wave Conduction in A 3D Model of Human Atria during Fibrillation
01/02/2013 → 31/07/2016
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Moved to EGA7008
01/01/1900 → …
Research
External PhD examiner at Machester University
Examination
External Examiner of QML -UG Mechanical/Sustainable Energy Engineering programs
Examination
PhD Examiner at University of Leeds
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External PhD examiner at Manchester University
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PhD Examination at Manchester University
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PhD examiner at University of Leeds
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1st International Conference on Computations for Science and Engineering
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PhD examiner at RGU
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PhD examiner at Manchester University
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PhD examiner at Plymouth University
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PhD examiner at Cardiff University
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PhD Examiner at University of Leeds
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ICCS20 - 20th International Conference on Composite Structures
Participation in conference -Mixed Audience
Univ Leeds, Sch Civil Engn (External organisation)
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Robert Gordon University (External organisation)
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University of Manchester (External organisation)
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Robert Gordon University
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Liverpool Uni (External organisation)
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University of Plymouth (External organisation)
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London South Bank University (External organisation)
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Univ Birmingham, Sch Civil Engn (External organisation)
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Cranfield University (External organisation)
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Visvesvaraya Technological University (External organisation)
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University of Bradford (External organisation)
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Univ Birmingham, Sch Civil Engn (External organisation)
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University of Nottingham (External organisation)
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Journal of Engineering Mathematics (Journal)
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Univ Birmingham, Sch Civil Engn (External organisation)
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Univ Manchester, Sch Mech Aerosp & Civil Engn (External organisation)
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Advances in Mechanical Engineering (Journal)
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Advances in Materials Science and Engineering (Journal)
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Blackpool and the Fylde College
Visiting an external academic institution
Higher Education Press and Springer (Publisher)
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International Journal of Structural Stability and Dynamics (Journal)
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Institute of Mechanical Engineers (External organisation)
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Harbin Inst Technol, Shenzhen Grad Sch (External organisation)
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ASCE Stability Committee (External organisation)
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Hefei Univ Technol, Sch Civil Engn (External organisation)
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- Lancaster Intelligent, Robotic and Autonomous Systems Centre
- LIRA - Fundamentals
- Structures and Materials