Jenny Roberts

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, PhD student

Research Overview

Jenny has research interests in engineering design, with specific focus on human and environmental factors. Current research aligns with the UN Sustainability Goal of zero hunger with the development of artificial bumblebee nest boxes to address pollinator decline and promote food security. The use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) for redistributed manufacture is of particular interest alongside utilising bio-inspired design to mimic the design successes of the natural world.

Jenny has spent 14 years in engineering industry across a variety of sectors including engineering design consultancy, designing playground equipment and latterly designing and realising asset monitoring resilience systems. She achieved Chartered Engineer status in 2018 and is a member, councillor and trustee of the Institution of Engineering Designers (IED).

Jenny is the Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) chair for the School of Engineering and for the Institution of Engineering Designers' EDI committee. In addition she is an active supporter of STEM outreach and regularly encourages children to explore engineering beyond the traditional roles and stereotypes presented.

AKT with Heightec Group Ltd
14/12/2022 → 31/03/2023
Research

AKT with Heightec Group Ltd
01/12/2022 → 31/03/2023
Research

BEEBOX v2: Acoustic and environmental sensors to maximise lifespan and utility of commercial pollinators.
01/09/2022 → 31/12/2023
Research

Hive-Frame: a power assisted lifting device for accessibility in beekeeping
01/08/2022 → 30/06/2024
Research

Drive Right: Development of a solution to enable right-leg amputees to drive large good vehicles
26/07/2021 → 01/10/2021
Research

The Inner Life of Wild Bees: A Filmable Artificial Nest for Bumblebees
02/03/2021 → 01/03/2022
Research

Cattle Anti-Lameness Foot washing System
01/12/2020 → 30/09/2022
Research

IAA CALFS Project with Agri-Lloyd
01/10/2020 → 30/09/2022
Research

BBKA Spring Convention 2024
Participation in conference - Academic

Ormskirk Beekeepers invited talk
Invited talk

Project-based learning on developing a novel technology for manure management
Oral presentation

Make it happen! Project-based learning on developing an environmental technology of slurry processing to support local students from disadvantaged backgrounds and farming..
Types of Public engagement and outreach - Festival/Exhibition

Moorside Primary School
School Engagement

Curious Investigators post theatre show workshop
Types of Public engagement and outreach - Festival/Exhibition

Great Science Share for Schools
Other

UK-Poland-Ukraine Bioinspired Materials Conference
Invited talk

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Institution of Engineering Designers (External organisation)
Membership of committee

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Engineer! What's your story? Online interaction session.
Participation in workshop, seminar, course

Moorside Primary School
School Engagement

UK-Russia Bioinspired Materials Conference
Participation in conference -Mixed Audience

Engineer! What's your story? In person event.
Participation in workshop, seminar, course

Primary Engineer - Interview an Engineer
Oral presentation

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Rapid Prototyping Journal (Journal)
Publication peer-review

Primary Engineer - Interview an Engineer
Oral presentation

Primary Engineer - Interview an Engineer
Oral presentation

Seeking out scour quickly and safely - trialing a new bridge inspection system in Cumbria
Oral presentation

Primary Engineer - Interview an Engineer
Oral presentation

Primary Engineer - Interview an Engineer
Oral presentation

13th Rapid Design, Prototyping & Manufacturing Conference (RDPM 2012)
Participation in conference -Mixed Audience

Lancaster University
Business Engagement

Liverpool John Moores University
School Engagement

Liverpool John Moores University
School Engagement

Cardinal Allen School
School Engagement

Additive Manufacturing Master Class
Participation in workshop, seminar, course

12th Rapid Design, Prototyping & Manufacturing Conference
Participation in conference -Mixed Audience

Ripley St. Thomas High School
School Engagement

Presentation to students during Innovation Week at Liverpool John Moores University
Invited talk

Chartered Engineer awarded
Other distinction

Kathbert Trophy
Prize (including medals and awards)

Judge's Supreme Award
Prize (including medals and awards)

Medal of Appreciation
Prize (including medals and awards)

The BBKA Spring Convention research poster award winner 2024
Prize (including medals and awards)