Dr Redha Benhadj-Djilali
Faculties, departments and locations
- Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- School of Engineering
- Roehampton Vale
Associate professor
- Email:
- [email protected]
About
I am a chartered engineer, member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and member of the British Computer Society. I specialised in CAD/CAM/CAE, engineering design and manufacturing automation and have been at Kingston University since 1994.
I worked in the manufacturing industry before starting my academic career at Kingston University where I held a research fellowship and then a lecturer position.
My research project was based on the development of a pneumatic array of air jet proximity to tactile sensing device for manufacturing parts identification, slip detection and force monitoring. I also carried out further research in CAD/CAM, design and manufacture and the application of the tactile sensing device to assist robot part handling and assembly.
I was on the editorial boards of three international journals: Sensor Review, Industrial Robots and Assembly Automation. I also reviewed other international journals/conferences.
Qualifications
- BSc(Eng)
- PhD
- CEng - Chartered Engineer
- CITP - Chartered IT professional
Domains
Course director
Courses taught
Publications
Impact of neural network initialisation seed and architecture on accuracy, generalisation and generative consistency in data-driven internal combustion engine modelling
Gulevskis, Arturas, Benhadj-Djilali, Redha and Volkov, Konstantin, 2026, Computers (15), 3, Published
An integrated framework for optimizing sculptured surface CNC tool paths based on direct software object evaluation and viral intelligence
Fountas, N. A., Benhadj-Djilali, R., Stergiou, C. I. and Vaxevanidis, N. M., 2019, Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing (30), 4pp 1581-1599, Published
Globally optimal tool paths for sculptured surfaces with emphasis to machining error and cutting posture smoothness
Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M., Stergiou, Constantinos I. and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, 2019, International Journal of Production Research (57), 17pp 5478-5498, Published
A virus-evolutionary multi-objective intelligent tool path optimization methodology for 5-axis sculptured surface CNC machining
Fountas, N. A., Vaxevanidis, N. M., Stergiou, C. I. and Benhadj-Djilali, R., 2017, Engineering with Computers (33), 3pp 375-391, Published
Hybrid methodologies of 3D beams reverse geometry analysis with embedded quality tools within the boundaries of a modern computer-aided design system
Sagias, Vasileios D., Stergiou, Constantinos I., Benhadj-Djilali, Redha and Ganiaris, Evangelos, 2016, Global Journal of Engineering Education (18), 2pp 89-94, Accepted/In press
Precision sculptured surface CNC machining using cutter location data
Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M., Stergiou, Constantinos I. and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, 2016, Key Engineering Materials (686)pp 224-233, Published
Evaluation of 3- and 5-axis sculptured surface machining in CAM environment through design of experiments
Fountas, N., Vaxevanidis, N., Stergiou, C. and Benhadj-Djilali, R., 2015, International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing (28), 3pp 278-296, Published
Development of a software-automated intelligent sculptured surface machining optimization environment
Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M., Stergiou, Constantinos I. and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, 2014, Engineering Economist (75), 5-8pp 909-931, Published
Hybrid methodology of reverse 3D beams geometry analysis with embedded quality tools within the boundaries of a modern CAD system
Sagias, Vasileios, Stergiou, Constantinos, Evangelos, Ganiaris and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, 2014, World Transactions on Engineering and Technology Education (12), 3pp 443-448, Published
Advanced natural stitched composite materials in skin-stiffener of wind turbine blade structures
Papadopoulos, F., Aiyappa, D., Shapriya, R., Sotirchos, E., Ghasemnejad, H. and Benhadj-Djilali, R., 2013, Key Engineering Materials (525-26)pp 45-48, Published
Experimental study of capillary-assisted evaporators
Sabir, H. M., ElHag, Y. B.M. and Benhadj-Djilali, R., 2008, Energy and Buildings (40), 3pp 399-407, Published
An experimental investigation and design of flow-conditioning devices for orifice metering
Ouazzane, K. and Benhadj, R., 2007, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science (221), 3pp 281-291, Published
System automation for measuring coal combustion efficiency
Ouazzane, K. and Benhadj, R., 2006, Journal Of Power And Energy - Part A (220), 1pp 15-23, Published
Flow conditioners design and their effects in reducing flow metering errors
Ouazzane, A. K. and Benhadj, R., 2002, Sensor Review (22), 3pp 223-231, Published
Laser probe design for carbon content in ash measurement
Ouazzane, Abdel K. and Benhadj, Redha, 2002, Sensor Review: the International Journal of Sensing for Industry (22), 4pp 341-347, Published
A case-based expert system for construction project process activity specifications.
Marir, F, Rezgui, F and Benhadj-Djilali, R, 2000, International Journal in Construction Information Technology (8), 1pp 53-73, Published
Performance tests characteristic of a pneumatic proximity tactile array sensing device
Benhadj, R., Marrir, F. and Roome, L., 2000, Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture (214), 10pp 901-914, Published
Pneumatic proximity-to-tactile imaging device
Benhadj, R. and Roome, R. L., 2000, Sensor Review (20), 1pp 36-42, Published
Air jets imaging tactile sensing device for automation applications
Benhadj, R. and Dawson, B., 1995, Robotica (13), 5pp 521-529, Published
Tactile binary image recognition algorithm using geometrical moment invariants
Benhadj-Djilali, R., Dawson, B. and Sadeque, S., 1993, Sensor Review: the International Journal of Sensing for Industry (13), 4pp 13-18, Published
Imaging pneumatic proximity to tactile sensing device
Benhadj-Djilali, R., Dawson, B. and Safa, M.M.A., 1993, Sensor Review: the International Journal of Sensing for Industry (13), 3pp 23-28, Published
A knowledge based system for sensor interaction for real-time component control
Benhadj, R., Sadeque, S. and Rahnejat, H., 1988, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (3), 1pp 77-102, Published
High resolution pneumatic proximity tactile sensing device
Benhadj, R., Rahnejat, H. and Safa, M. M.A., 1987, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (2), 3pp 59-72, Published
Mechanical Biological Treatment Facility: Energy Recovery Assessment
Muazu, Sani, Mirzaii, Hossein, Augousti, Andreas and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha (2022). In: Sayigh, A. A. M., (eds.)pp 465-472 [E-pub ahead of print]
A multi-objective tool path optimization methodology for sculptured surfaces based on experimental data and heuristic search
Fountas, N. A., Vaxevanidis, N. M., Stergiou, C. I. and Benhadj-Djilali, R. (2020). In: Kumar, Kaushik, Zindani, Divya, Davim, J. Paulo, (eds.), Boca Raton, U.S.: CRC Presspp 101-140 [Published]
Surface finish improvement of additive manufactured metal parts
Hassanin, Hany, Elshaer, Amr, Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, Modica, Francesco and Fassi, Irene (2018). In: Gupta, Kapil, (eds.), Cham, Switzerland: Springerpp 145-164 [Published]
Intelligent dual curve-driven tool path optimization and virtual CMM inspection for sculptured surface CNC machining
Fountas, N. A., Zivkovic, S., Benhadj-Djilali, R., Stergiou, C. I., Majstorovic, V. D. and Vaxevanidis, N. M. (2017). [Published]
Quality research on the performance of a virus-evolutionary genetic algorithm for optimized sculptured surface CNC machining, through standard benchmarks
Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M. and Stergiou, Constantinos I. (2015). [Published]
Intelligent CNC tool path optimization for sculptured surface machining through a virus-evolutionary genetic algorithm
Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M., Stergiou, Constantinos I. and Benhadj-Djilali, Redha (2015). In: Davim, J. Paulo, (eds.), Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishingpp 143-177 [Published]
Optimum CNC free-form surface machining through design of experiments in CAM software
Fountas, N.A., Vaxevanidis, N.M., Stergiou, C.I. and Benhadj-Djilali, R. (2013). In: Davim, J. Paulo, (eds.) Springerpp 243-284 [Published]
Web-based integration for virtual factory implementation
Lung, A.W.M., Benhadj-Djilali, R. and Garcia, J.A. (2004). In: Cheng, Kai, Webb, David, Marsh, Rodney, (eds.), Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, UK:pp 553-559 [Published]
Intelligent dual curve-driven tool path optimization and virtual CMM inspection for sculptured surface CNC machining
Fountas, N. A., Živković, S., Benhadj-Djilali, R., Stergiou, C. I., Majstorovic, V. D. and Vaxevanidis, N. M.(2017). [Published]
A generic multi-axis post-processor engine for optimal CNC data creation and intelligent surface machining
Fountas, N.A, Stergiou, C.I., Vaxevanidis, N.M. and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(2017). [Accepted/In press]
Quality research on the performance of a virus-evolutionary genetic algorithm for optimized sculptured surface CNC machining, through standard benchmarks
Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, Fountas, Nikolaos A., Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M. and Stergiou, Constantinos I.(2015). [Published]
Optimizing 5-axis sculptured surface finish machining through design of experiments and neural networks
Fountas, Nikolaos A., Kechagias, John, Benhadj-Djilali, Redha, Stergiou, Constantinos I. and Vaxevanidis, Nikolaos M.(2014). [Published]
Surface error investigation on finish-machined sculptured models simulated in CAM software
Fountas, N.A., Vaxevanidis, N.M., Stergiou, C.I. and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(2013). [Published]
Advanced natural stitched composite materials in skin-stiffener of wind turbine blade structures
Papadopoulos, F., Aiyappa, D., Shapriya, R., Sotirchos, E., Ghasemnejad, H. and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(2012). [Published]
An internet-based total virtual factory for inter-enterprise integration
Lung, A.W.M., Benhadj-Djilali, R. and Garcia, J.A.(2003). [Published]
Neural network technique to improve carbon content of fly ash measurement using a laser instrument
Ouazzane, A.K, Zerzour, K., Marir, F. and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(2002). [Published]
The use of CAD system for improving flow conditioner design to reduce installation effects on orifice meterin
Ouazzane, A.K, Zerzour, K., Marrir, F and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(2002). [Published]
Total virtual factory - a new approach for technology convergence
Lung, A.W.M., Benhadj-Djilali, R. and Garcia, J.A.(2002). [Published]
Development of a rule based expert system for the selection of rapid prototyping processes
Wang, YF, Roome, RL and Benhadj-Djilali, R(1998). [Published]
Selection of rapid prototyping manufactuirng processes
Wang, Y.F., Roome, R.L. and Benhadj-Djilali, R.(1998). [Published]
Development of a high resolution pneumatic proximity to tactile sensing device for parts identification
Benhadj-Djilali, Redha (1992), PhD thesis [Accepted/In press]