Jiaxiang Zhu

My research focuses on the design, nonlinear analysis, fabrication, and experimental validation of advanced compliant mechanisms that enable precise motions such as translation, rotation, and complex kinematic behaviors.

Dr. Jiaxiang Zhu is a Lecturer in Mechatronics and Biomedical Engineering at Aston University, where he leads the FlexureX Lab. He received his PhD in Mechanical Engineering and MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Distinction) from University College Cork, Ireland.

His research focuses on the design, nonlinear analysis, and experimental validation of compliant mechanisms for high-precision applications, including nano-positioning systems, surgical devices, and precision robotics. He previously worked as a Research Assistant on the Research Ireland–Defence Innovation Challenge 2024 project, contributing to advanced mechanical design.

A member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Dr. Zhu has received multiple awards, including the ASME Compliant Mechanisms Award, the Publication of the Year Award from the UCC School of Engineering and Architecture, and prizes in the ASME Student Mechanism and Robot Design Competition. He has published in leading journals such as the Journal of Mechanical Design, Mechanism and Machine Theory, and the International Journal of Mechanical Sciences.

Member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
Aston University, Birmingham, UK
Oct 2025 – Present

Research Assistant – Research Ireland–Defence Innovation Challenge 2024 Project
University College Cork, Ireland
Dec 2024 – Mar 2025

Graduate Teaching Assistant
University College Cork, Ireland
2021 – 2024

BIM Technician
Dornan Engineering, Cork, Ireland
2020 – 2021

Engineer Intern
Shendong Tianlong Coal Machinery Maintenance Co., Ltd., China
2017 – 2018