Dr. Anna Ermakova
Senior Research Associate University of Bristol
Dr. Anna Ermakova, Senior Research Associate, University of Bristol
Anna received the Eng.D. degree in additive manufacturing from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, U.K. in 2023. She is currently a Senior Research Associate in the Electrical Energy Management Group, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering,
Her research focuses on advanced manufacturing techniques for electrical machines, with a particular emphasis on additive manufacturing and its applications in next-generation electrical systems.
2026 Event Agenda Sessions
High-Performance Electrical Machine Windings Enabled by Metal Additive Manufacturing
This work explores how metal additive manufacturing (AM) can unlock higher-performance electrical machine windings by enabling optimised conductor geometries, integrated cooling features, and tailored insulation systems. It addresses three key barriers to industrial adoption: systematic AM winding design, reliable electrical property characterisation, and robust insulation of complex as-built surfaces. Together, these developments support more efficient, power-dense and reliable machines needed for future electrified systems
Wednesday 20 May 11:55 - 12:25 Electric Motor Forum Stage
Manufacturing Technologies and Innovations
This work explores how metal additive manufacturing (AM) can unlock higher-performance electrical machine windings by enabling optimised conductor geometries, integrated cooling features, and tailored insulation systems. It addresses three key barriers to industrial adoption: systematic AM winding design, reliable electrical property characterisation, and robust insulation of complex as-built surfaces. Together, these developments support more efficient, power-dense and reliable machines needed for future electrified systems
Electric Motor Forum Stage Europe/MadridPanel: Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers to Close the Skills Gap
- The engineering skills shortage is a challenge that goes beyond gender — from highly specialised engineers to technicians, the sector faces critical gaps as digitalisation, AI, and automation transform what skills are needed.
- What does the future engineering workforce actually look like, and where are the biggest shortfalls?
- Rethinking pathways into engineering: apprenticeships, vocational routes, and industry-academia partnerships all have a role, and these routes need to attract and inspire a broader, more diverse talent pool
Thursday 21 May 11:30 - 12:10 Electric Motor Forum Stage
Diversity & Inclusion - Bridging the Talent Gap
- The engineering skills shortage is a challenge that goes beyond gender — from highly specialised engineers to technicians, the sector faces critical gaps as digitalisation, AI, and automation transform what skills are needed.
- What does the future engineering workforce actually look like, and where are the biggest shortfalls?
- Rethinking pathways into engineering: apprenticeships, vocational routes, and industry-academia partnerships all have a role, and these routes need to attract and inspire a broader, more diverse talent pool
