Dr Feras Korkees

Senior Lecturer

Materials Science and Engineering

+44 (0) 1792 295878

f.a.korkees@swansea.ac.uk

Academic Office - A214
Second Floor
Engineering East
Bay Campus

Materials and Manufacturing Research Institute

Available For Postgraduate Supervision

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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5131-6027

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About

Dr Feras Korkees is a Senior Lecturer in Materials Science and Engineering at Swansea University, a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), and an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3).

His work combines materials science and engineering and advanced manufacturing to develop high performance, sustainable materials with enhanced mechanical, thermal and environmental performance. Through interdisciplinary research, he investigates the relationships between material composition, processing, microstructure and long-term performance to develop innovative solutions for industrial applications.

Dr Korkees has established strong collaborations with leading industrial partners and research organisations across the UK and internationally, supporting the development of advanced materials and manufacturing technologies for demanding engineering applications.

Alongside his research, Dr Korkees is committed to delivering high quality engineering education and supervising postgraduate researchers in advanced materials and manufacturing. He has secured competitive research funding, published extensively in leading international journals, and serves as an Editorial Board Member for peer-reviewed journals in the field of materials science.

Areas Of Expertise

Polymer Engineering
Composite Materials
Fibre Reinforced Polymer Composites
Polymer Nanocomposites
Sustainable Materials
Bio-based Polymers
Recycled Plastics
Additive Manufacturing
Advanced Manufacturing Technologies
Materials Characterisation
Mechanical & Thermo-Mechanical Testing
Durability & Environmental Ageing
Moisture Diffusion & Service-Life Prediction

Career Highlights

Teaching Interests

I teach across a range of materials engineering topics, with particular interests in polymer engineering, composite materials, sustainable materials, materials characterisation, additive manufacturing, and engineering design. I enjoy creating a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages students to connect fundamental materials science with real-world engineering challenges and industrial applications.

Research Collaborations

Publications

Research Highlights

Alshammari, D., Korkees, F., El-Bahy, Z., Vieira, Y., & Dotto, G. (2026). Improvement of barrier properties of recycled thermoplastic polymers by O2 and NH2 functionalized graphene nanofillers. Chemical Engineering Communications, 213(2), 365-388.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00986445.2025.2549914, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa70607
Korkees, F., Morris, E., Jarrett, W., & Swart, R. (2023). Characterization of moisture absorption and flexural performance of functionalized graphene modified carbon fiber composites under low energy impact. Polymer Composites, 44(6), 3325-3340.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.27324, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63073
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pc.27324
Jeffs, S., Korkees, F., Rawson, M., & JARRETT, W. (2023). The Opportunities and Challenges of Hybrid Composite Driveshafts and their Couplings in the Aerospace Industry: A Review. Composite Structures, 320, 117203
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.117203, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63564
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.117203
Elkhodbia, M., Barsoum, I., Korkees, F., & Bojanampati, S. (2023). Finite element modeling of the electrical impedance tomography technique driven by machine learning. Finite Elements in Analysis and Design, 223, 103988
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.finel.2023.103988, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63673
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.finel.2023.103988
Korkees, F. (2023). Moisture absorption behavior and diffusion characteristics of continuous carbon fiber reinforced epoxy composites: a review. Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials, 62(14), 1789-1822.
https://doi.org/10.1080/25740881.2023.2234461, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64035
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/25740881.2023.2234461
Griffiths, C., Rees, A., Morgan, A., & Korkees, F. (2023). Optimisation of 3D Printing for Microcellular Polymers. Polymers, 15(19), 3910
https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15193910, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64691
http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/polym15193910
Jarrett, W. & Korkees, F. (2022). Environmental impact investigation on the interlaminar properties of carbon fibre composites modified with graphene nanoparticles. Polymer, 252, 124921
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymer.2022.124921, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60016
Swart, R., Korkees, F., Dorrington, P., & Thurman, J. (2022). Evaluation of the impact performance and energy absorption capabilities of 3D printed composites. Rapid Prototyping Journal, 28(9)
https://doi.org/10.1108/rpj-10-2021-0287, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60015
Korkees, F., Swart, R., & Barsoum, I. (2022). Diffusion mechanism and properties of chemical liquids and their mixtures in 977‐2 epoxy resin. Polymer Engineering & Science, 62(5), 1582-1592.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.25946, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60014
Korkees, F., Arnold, C., & Alston, S. (2018). Water absorption and low-energy impact and their role in the failure of ±45° carbon fibre composites. Polymer Composites, 39(8), 2771-2782.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.24269, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31405
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pc.24269
Arnold, J., Alston, S., Korkees, F., Arnold, C., Alston, S., & Korkees, F. (2013). An assessment of methods to determine the directional moisture diffusion coefficients of composite materials. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 55, 120-128.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2013.08.012, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa18950
Howard, J., Eggbeer, D., Dorrington, P., Korkees, F., & Tasker, L. (2020). Evaluating additive manufacturing for the production of custom head supports: A comparison against a commercial head support under static loading conditions. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 234(5), 458-467.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0954411919899844, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53210
Korkees, F., Allenby, J., & Dorrington, P. (2020). 3D printing of composites: design parameters and flexural performance. Rapid Prototyping Journal, 26(4), 699-706.
https://doi.org/10.1108/rpj-07-2019-0188, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53419
Korkees, F., Aldrees, A., Barsoum, I., & Alshammari, D. (2021). Functionalised graphene effect on the mechanical and thermal properties of recycled PA6/PA6,6 blends. Journal of Composite Materials, 55(16), 2211-2224.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998320987897, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56119
Shahin, A., Barsoum, I., & Korkees, F. (2021). Analysis of a HDPE flanged connection with a time and temperature dependent constitutive behavior. International Journal of Pressure Vessels and Piping, 191, 104375
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpvp.2021.104375, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56458
Mosey, S., Korkees, F., Rees, A., & Llewelyn, G. (2019). Investigation into fibre orientation and weldline reduction of injection moulded short glass-fibre/polyamide 6-6 automotive components. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials
https://doi.org/10.1177/0892705719833098, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa48154
Korkees, F., Alston, S., & Arnold, C. (2018). Directional diffusion of moisture into unidirectional carbon fiber/epoxy Composites: Experiments and modeling. Polymer Composites, 39(S4), E2305-E2315.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.24626, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa36153
Korkees, F., Arnold, C., & Alston, S. (2018). An investigation of the long-term water uptake behavior and mechanisms of carbon fiber/977-2 epoxy composites. Polymer Engineering & Science, 58(12)
https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.24830, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40093
Korkees, F., Alston, S., & Arnold, C. (2015). Directional diffusion of moisture in carbon fibre-epoxy composites: experiments and modelling. In 20th International Conference on Composite Materials, Copenhagen, 19-24th July 2015
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31086
Alston, S., Arnold, C., & Korkees, F. (2012). Finite element modelling of moisture uptake in carbon fibre / epoxy composites: a multi-scale approach. In ECCM15- 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, Italy, 2012
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31087
Arnold, C., Korkees, F., & Alston, S. (2012). The long-term water absorption and desorption behaviour of carbon-fibre/epoxy composites. In ECCM15- 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, Italy, 2012
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31088
Arnold, C., Alston, S., Korkees, F., Dauhoo, S., Adams, R., & Older, R. (2010). Design Optimisation of Carbon Fibre Epoxy Composites Operating in Humid Atmospheres. In Innovation in Composites: Composite UK 10th Annual Conference 5-6th May 2010
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31089
Korkees, F., SHARRATT, A., & Alqathami, M. (2026). Ageing of out-of-autoclaved hybrid flax/carbon fibre composites: effects on water absorption and flexural behaviour. Materials Letters, 406, 139847
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2025.139847, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa71031
Swart, R., Korkees, F., El-Ghamrawy, K., & Johnston, R. (n.d.) Impact and Compressive Performance of 3D-Printed PA6/Functionalised Graphene Nanoplatelet Sandwich Structures with Auxetic Cores. Polymer Composites
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.71360, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa72101

All Research

Journal Articles

Korkees, F., SHARRATT, A., & Alqathami, M. (2026). Ageing of out-of-autoclaved hybrid flax/carbon fibre composites: effects on water absorption and flexural behaviour. Materials Letters, 406, 139847
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2025.139847, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa71031
Alshammari, D., Korkees, F., El-Bahy, Z., Vieira, Y., & Dotto, G. (2026). Improvement of barrier properties of recycled thermoplastic polymers by O2 and NH2 functionalized graphene nanofillers. Chemical Engineering Communications, 213(2), 365-388.
https://doi.org/10.1080/00986445.2025.2549914, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa70607
Elkhodbia, M., Barsoum, I., Korkees, F., & Bojanampati, S. (2023). Finite element modeling of the electrical impedance tomography technique driven by machine learning. Finite Elements in Analysis and Design, 223, 103988
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.finel.2023.103988, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63673
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.finel.2023.103988
Griffiths, C., Rees, A., Morgan, A., & Korkees, F. (2023). Optimisation of 3D Printing for Microcellular Polymers. Polymers, 15(19), 3910
https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15193910, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64691
http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/polym15193910
Korkees, F. (2023). Moisture absorption behavior and diffusion characteristics of continuous carbon fiber reinforced epoxy composites: a review. Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials, 62(14), 1789-1822.
https://doi.org/10.1080/25740881.2023.2234461, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa64035
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/25740881.2023.2234461
Jeffs, S., Korkees, F., Rawson, M., & JARRETT, W. (2023). The Opportunities and Challenges of Hybrid Composite Driveshafts and their Couplings in the Aerospace Industry: A Review. Composite Structures, 320, 117203
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.117203, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63564
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2023.117203
Korkees, F., Morris, E., Jarrett, W., & Swart, R. (2023). Characterization of moisture absorption and flexural performance of functionalized graphene modified carbon fiber composites under low energy impact. Polymer Composites, 44(6), 3325-3340.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.27324, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa63073
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pc.27324
Jarrett, W. & Korkees, F. (2022). Environmental impact investigation on the interlaminar properties of carbon fibre composites modified with graphene nanoparticles. Polymer, 252, 124921
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymer.2022.124921, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60016
Swart, R., Korkees, F., Dorrington, P., & Thurman, J. (2022). Evaluation of the impact performance and energy absorption capabilities of 3D printed composites. Rapid Prototyping Journal, 28(9)
https://doi.org/10.1108/rpj-10-2021-0287, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60015
Korkees, F., Swart, R., & Barsoum, I. (2022). Diffusion mechanism and properties of chemical liquids and their mixtures in 977‐2 epoxy resin. Polymer Engineering & Science, 62(5), 1582-1592.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.25946, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60014
Korkees, F., Aldrees, A., Barsoum, I., & Alshammari, D. (2021). Functionalised graphene effect on the mechanical and thermal properties of recycled PA6/PA6,6 blends. Journal of Composite Materials, 55(16), 2211-2224.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0021998320987897, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56119
Shahin, A., Barsoum, I., & Korkees, F. (2021). Analysis of a HDPE flanged connection with a time and temperature dependent constitutive behavior. International Journal of Pressure Vessels and Piping, 191, 104375
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpvp.2021.104375, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa56458
Howard, J., Eggbeer, D., Dorrington, P., Korkees, F., & Tasker, L. (2020). Evaluating additive manufacturing for the production of custom head supports: A comparison against a commercial head support under static loading conditions. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 234(5), 458-467.
https://doi.org/10.1177/0954411919899844, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53210
Korkees, F., Allenby, J., & Dorrington, P. (2020). 3D printing of composites: design parameters and flexural performance. Rapid Prototyping Journal, 26(4), 699-706.
https://doi.org/10.1108/rpj-07-2019-0188, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa53419
Mosey, S., Korkees, F., Rees, A., & Llewelyn, G. (2019). Investigation into fibre orientation and weldline reduction of injection moulded short glass-fibre/polyamide 6-6 automotive components. Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials
https://doi.org/10.1177/0892705719833098, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa48154
Korkees, F., Arnold, C., & Alston, S. (2018). An investigation of the long-term water uptake behavior and mechanisms of carbon fiber/977-2 epoxy composites. Polymer Engineering & Science, 58(12)
https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.24830, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa40093
Korkees, F., Alston, S., & Arnold, C. (2018). Directional diffusion of moisture into unidirectional carbon fiber/epoxy Composites: Experiments and modeling. Polymer Composites, 39(S4), E2305-E2315.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.24626, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa36153
Korkees, F., Arnold, C., & Alston, S. (2018). Water absorption and low-energy impact and their role in the failure of ±45° carbon fibre composites. Polymer Composites, 39(8), 2771-2782.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.24269, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31405
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/pc.24269
Arnold, J., Alston, S., Korkees, F., Arnold, C., Alston, S., & Korkees, F. (2013). An assessment of methods to determine the directional moisture diffusion coefficients of composite materials. Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, 55, 120-128.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesa.2013.08.012, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa18950
Swart, R., Korkees, F., El-Ghamrawy, K., & Johnston, R. (n.d.) Impact and Compressive Performance of 3D-Printed PA6/Functionalised Graphene Nanoplatelet Sandwich Structures with Auxetic Cores. Polymer Composites
https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.71360, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa72101

Conference Contributions

Korkees, F., Alston, S., & Arnold, C. (2015). Directional diffusion of moisture in carbon fibre-epoxy composites: experiments and modelling. In 20th International Conference on Composite Materials, Copenhagen, 19-24th July 2015
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31086
Alston, S., Arnold, C., & Korkees, F. (2012). Finite element modelling of moisture uptake in carbon fibre / epoxy composites: a multi-scale approach. In ECCM15- 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, Italy, 2012
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31087
Arnold, C., Korkees, F., & Alston, S. (2012). The long-term water absorption and desorption behaviour of carbon-fibre/epoxy composites. In ECCM15- 15th European Conference on Composite Materials, Venice, Italy, 2012
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31088
Arnold, C., Alston, S., Korkees, F., Dauhoo, S., Adams, R., & Older, R. (2010). Design Optimisation of Carbon Fibre Epoxy Composites Operating in Humid Atmospheres. In Innovation in Composites: Composite UK 10th Annual Conference 5-6th May 2010
SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31089

Supervision

Next generation sandwich composite structures with enhanced impact properties (awarded 2024)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Hari Arora
Protection Optimisation via Novel Simulation - A Bridge to the Next Generation of Armour Development (awarded 2024)

PhD

Other supervisor: Prof Hari Arora
Coating Network and Barrier Property Design Strategies for Protection Against Hydrogen Embrittlement (current)

EngD

Other supervisor: Dr Elizabeth Sackett
Characterisation of Bio-Based Polymers for Use in the Packaging Industry (awarded 2023)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Cris Arnold
Development of Graphene Reinforced Silica Aerogel Nanocomposites (awarded 2023)

MSc

Other supervisor: Prof Cris Arnold

Taught Modules

EG-281 Polymers: Structure and Processing

Delivery of teaching, practicals and assessment will be blended including live and self-directed activities on-campus. Available for visiting and exchange students. PENALTY: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR LATE SUBMISSION Important - Attendance at all practical sessions is expected. Students will not gain any marks for a practical session that they did not attend, even if a report is submitted for assignment 2. Only students who attend all 3 practical sessions will be permitted to take the class test. Valid extenuating circumstances will be considered.
EG-M340 Polymers: Structure + Processing

The module will explore the link between the processing methods, structure and mechanical properties of polymers and polymer-based composites. This will give the students a good understanding and knowledge about the effects of structure and properties on the behaviour of these materials.
EG-M73 Composite Materials

A detailed coverage of current polymer, metal and ceramic matrix composite systems for engineering applications focusing on their performance envelope, advantages and limitations. The units will cover the following: - The components and their attributes - an overview (reinforcements, matrices and interfaces), - Properties of the matrix materials (Thermosets/thermoplastics, metals, ceramics, structure and mechanical behaviour), - Properties of fibres and particles (Glass fibres, organic fibres, carbon fibres, ceramic particles and fibres; processing, structure, mechanical response), - Composite manufacture (Piles, weaves, preforms, moulding pultrusion, filament winding, powder metallurgy, casting spraying), - Mechanics of reinforcement (Rule of mixtures, anisotropy, laminate structures, stress- strain response), - Basic stress analysis and failure mechanisms (Stress transfer and partitioning, multiple failure events, progression of fracture, toughness), - Fatigue design considerations (Damage progression, reinforcement effects); Calculations. - Environmental effect on / of composites and joining techniques
EGA301 Composite Materials

A detailed coverage of current polymer, metal and ceramic matrix composite systems for engineering applications focusing on their performance envelope, advantages and limitations. The units will cover the following: - The components and their attributes - an overview (reinforcements, matrices and interfaces), - Properties of the matrix materials (Thermosets/thermoplastics, metals, ceramics, structure and mechanical behaviour), - Properties of fibres and particles (Glass fibres, organic fibres, carbon fibres, ceramic particles and fibres; processing, structure, mechanical response), - Composite manufacture (Piles, weaves, preforms, moulding pultrusion, filament winding, powder metallurgy, casting spraying), - Mechanics of reinforcement (Rule of mixtures, anisotropy, laminate structures, stress- strain response), - Basic stress analysis and failure mechanisms (Stress transfer and partitioning, multiple failure events, progression of fracture, toughness), - Fatigue design considerations (Damage progression, reinforcement effects); Calculations. - Environmental effect on / of composites and joining techniques
EGA301B Composite Materials B

A detailed coverage of current polymer, metal and ceramic matrix composite systems for engineering applications focusing on their performance envelope, advantages and limitations. The units will cover the following: - The components and their attributes - an overview (reinforcements, matrices and interfaces), - Properties of the matrix materials (Thermosets/thermoplastics, metals, ceramics, structure and mechanical behaviour), - Properties of fibres and particles (Glass fibres, organic fibres, carbon fibres, ceramic particles and fibres; processing, structure, mechanical response), - Composite manufacture (Piles, weaves, preforms, moulding pultrusion, filament winding, powder metallurgy, casting spraying), - Mechanics of reinforcement (Rule of mixtures, anisotropy, laminate structures, stress- strain response), - Basic stress analysis and failure mechanisms (Stress transfer and partitioning, multiple failure events, progression of fracture, toughness), - Fatigue design considerations (Damage progression, reinforcement effects); Calculations. - Environmental effect on / of composites and joining techniques

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Supervision

Next generation sandwich composite structures with enhanced impact properties (awarded 2024)

Protection Optimisation via Novel Simulation - A Bridge to the Next Generation of Armour Development (awarded 2024)

Coating Network and Barrier Property Design Strategies for Protection Against Hydrogen Embrittlement (current)

Characterisation of Bio-Based Polymers for Use in the Packaging Industry (awarded 2023)

Development of Graphene Reinforced Silica Aerogel Nanocomposites (awarded 2023)

Taught Modules

EG-281 Polymers: Structure and Processing

EG-M340 Polymers: Structure + Processing

EG-M73 Composite Materials

EGA301 Composite Materials

EGA301B Composite Materials B