Dr Ben Morgan

Teaching Tutor Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

+44 (0) 1792 205678 ext 1790

ben.morgan@swansea.ac.uk

About

Ben Morgan is the Mechanical Engineering Teaching Tutor at Swansea University.

He holds a first-class with honours Meng in Mechanical Engineering, and is currently in the final submission stages of a Materials, Manufacturing, and Modelling EngD.

Ben’s doctoral thesis work is based on re-envisioning the design and optimisation methodology of passive prosthetic feet. It establishes the framework necessary to reach the final goal of producing a personalised design which assists the amputee in producing a balanced gait that alleviates future health concerns.

Areas Of Expertise

Mechanical Design
Modelling and Simulations
Design Parameterisation & Optimisation
Stress & Strain Analysis
Prosthetic Research
Gait Biomechanics
Data Analysis

Career Highlights

Teaching Interests

Ben provides academic support for the Mechanical Engineering design and simulation modules. As a new member of staff, he is working towards a fellowship in the Higher Education Authority.

Publications

Research Highlights

Morgan, B., Bauza-Mayol, G., Gardner, O., ZHANG, Y., Levato, R., Archer, C., Weeren, R., Malda, J., Conlan, S., Francis, L., & Khan, I. (2020). Bone Morphogenetic Protein-9 Is a Potent Chondrogenic and Morphogenic Factor for Articular Cartilage Chondroprogenitors. Stem Cells and Development, 29(14)
https://doi.org/10.1089/scd.2019.0209, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54205
Morgan, B. (2022). Computational Tools and Experimental Methods for the Development of Passive Prosthetic Feet
https://doi.org/10.23889/SUthesis.62297, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa62297

All Research

Journal Articles

Morgan, B., Bauza-Mayol, G., Gardner, O., ZHANG, Y., Levato, R., Archer, C., Weeren, R., Malda, J., Conlan, S., Francis, L., & Khan, I. (2020). Bone Morphogenetic Protein-9 Is a Potent Chondrogenic and Morphogenic Factor for Articular Cartilage Chondroprogenitors. Stem Cells and Development, 29(14)
https://doi.org/10.1089/scd.2019.0209, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa54205

Other Research Outputs

Morgan, B. (2022). Computational Tools and Experimental Methods for the Development of Passive Prosthetic Feet
https://doi.org/10.23889/SUthesis.62297, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa62297

Taught Modules

EG-000 Fundamentals of Engineering Design

This module provides the essential skills required for future design modules and project tasks by providing a firm grounding for teamwork and emphasizing the need for professional standards and strong communication skills within engineering.
EG-110 Engineering Skills & Applications

Competence in engineering drawing using an industry standard CAD system and essential laboratory skills for Mechanical Engineers.
EG-163 Design and Laboratory Classes 1

Competence in engineering drawing using an industry standard CAD system and essential laboratory skills
EG-268 Experimental Studies - Mechanical

The course introduces the students to experimental studies in a wide range of subjects. There are four individual experiments (HEAT/JET/STRESS/VIBRATION) Each experiment is self contained and the student will be assessed via either: - A lab report which will have a set of experiment specific questions to answer. - An online Canvas assessment. All students work is scheduled in groups and individuals will carry out four experiments. The assessments are all individually submitted. The students keep a log-book of the experimental observations and results, which is used for reference for the technical report from each experiment written-up in the week after the experiment.
EG-3080 Engineering Management (Aero, EEE, Mech)

The goal of this course is to provide the skills for professional engineers to meet the challenges of their future careers, whether they be in academia, industry, or as an entrepreneur. Irrespective of future careers engineers will be involved in projects, management and business organisations and an awareness of these issues is important for all team members. It should be recognized that the topics included in the course are not limited to scientists and engineers, they are useful for people in any careers. This course is not aimed at making you a certified project manager, but to provide the skills that will allow you to be a more effective project team member and also when you start to take on the role of project manager. With respect to business management aspects, the course will cover the basic concept of entrepreneurship before breaking down the essential elements of a business plan. The course will give the more entrepreneurial students guidance about how to go about commercialising their ideas and the less entrepreneurial students an understanding of what makes some of their colleagues tick. The learn by example approach adopted for this module guides the student through the complexities of financial and human resource management and encourages students to develop their own business plans. Students will also be introduced to the subject area of ethics, liability and responsibilities within business. This module will also provide support on careers services with students creating CVs and Linked-In accounts.
EG-M83 Simulation Based Product Design

This module provides an overview of the role that simulation can play in the design process of a product. A series of lectures introduce computational modelling and the computational tools and techniques employed in the design process. The application of simulation in the design of a number of industry based research projects is presented. Computer workshops lead students in using simulation tools and applying the tools in the optimisation of the design of a product.
EGA214 Mechanical Engineering Design 2

Within this module students will be expected to complete a series of exercises that will the form the basis of a 'major' design. The scope of the module will involve the students to work in groups where they will consider, as a team, conceptual designs, embodiment using innovative approaches to design processes and standards etc., leading to final design documentations and manufacturing techniques.
EGA324 Mechanical Engineering Practice

The course builds on the knowledge and experience developed by the students in experimental studies during Level 2. A number of advanced scientific experiments will be undertaken. In addition, students will carry out a number of modelling benchmark problems in order to develop their ability to create appropriate models, interpret the predictions and compare them with alternative solutions.
EGA334 Mechanical Engineering Design 3

This module demonstrates the outcomes of three years of learning and applies multiple skills to a design project. The project will show that students can manage and deliver a design task, as a team, through all stages of the design process. Students should progress from specification to concept design, undertake analysis (using computer tools as appropriate) and produce a design report and assembly drawings.

Invited Presentations, Lectures and Conferences

Dynamic Walking

June 2017

Stockholm/Mariehamn, Sweden
M2A Annual Conference

April 2018

Swansea, UK

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Areas Of Expertise

Career Highlights

Publications

Research Highlights

All Research

Journal Articles

Other Research Outputs

Taught Modules

EG-000 Fundamentals of Engineering Design

EG-110 Engineering Skills & Applications

EG-163 Design and Laboratory Classes 1

EG-268 Experimental Studies - Mechanical

EG-3080 Engineering Management (Aero, EEE, Mech)

EG-M83 Simulation Based Product Design

EGA214 Mechanical Engineering Design 2

EGA324 Mechanical Engineering Practice

EGA334 Mechanical Engineering Design 3

Invited Presentations, Lectures and Conferences

Dynamic Walking

M2A Annual Conference