Biography:

Dr Tristan Shelley is a specialist in advanced composites manufacturing and a senior leader at UniSQ’s Centre for Future Materials (CFM). His work focuses on industry‑driven R&D for the Aerospace, Space, and Defence sectors. He has expertise in advanced composite processing, accelerated manufacturing methods, and the bonding and joining of aerospace structures. His technical background spans numerical modelling, structural design, optimisation, and a range of composite manufacturing techniques. At CFM, he leads research in Digital & AI and automated composite manufacturing, including filament winding, Automated Fibre Placement, and braiding. Since 2026, he has also served as a Research Program Lead within the Australian Composites Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre.

About the Centre for Future Materials (CFM) at the University of Southern Queensland:

The Centre for Future Materials (CFM) is a world‑leading hub for advanced composite materials research and innovation. With more than 25 years of expertise, CFM delivers industry‑driven R&D in advanced composites manufacturing, civil and structural composites, functional and smart materials, and sustainable technologies. CFM partners with local, national and global companies to accelerate innovation, de‑risk development and translate research into new products, IP and capabilities. The centre operates a comprehensive industry testing service supporting over 1000 clients worldwide and houses state‑of‑the‑art facilities for composites manufacturing, materials characterisation, polymer analysis and large‑scale structural testing. CFM continues to drive growth and impact through collaborative research, technical excellence and world‑class industrial engagement.