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Martin, Keith; Cupples, Andrew and Taherzadeh, Shahram (2019). Learning advanced engineering online: from distance delivery to online learning of finite element analysis. European Journal of Engineering Education, 45(3) pp. 457–472.

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Martin, Keith (2015). Factors Influencing the Forward Acceleration of a Gravity Powered Soapbox Race Vehicle. British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, 12(6) pp. 1–9.

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Martin, J. K. (2013). Measured displacement coefficients of an adjustable hydrodynamic journal rotor bearing. In: 12th EDF/Pprime Workshop "Solutions for performance improvements and friction reduction of journal and thrust bearings", 17-18 Sep 2013, Poitiers, France.

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Martin, Keith (2013). Hydrostatic journal bearings. In: Wang, Q. Jane and Chung, Yip-Wah eds. Encyclopedia of Tribology, Volume 3. New York, USA: Springer Science & Business Media, pp. 1774–1780.

Martin, Keith and Parkins, David (2011). Notes on a simplified two-degree-of-freedom car suspension model of chassis heave and pitch-plane dynamics. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part K: Journal of Multi-body Dynamics, 225(3) pp. 252–262.

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Martin, James Keith (2011). Improved performance of hydrodynamic bearings by proactive adjustment. Mécanique & Industries, 12(1) pp. 17–24.

Martin, Keith (2010). Improved performance of hydrodynamic bearings by proactive adjustment. In: 9th EDF/Pprime (LMS) Poitiers Workshop: “Improvement of Bearing Performance and Evaluation of Adverse Conditions”, 7-8 Oct 2010, University of Poitiers, France.

Martin, Keith and Meechan, Michael (2010). An innovative supported distance learning approach to motorsport industry employee education and upskilling. In: Brookes Learning and Teaching Conference 2010, 25 Jun 2010, Oxford, UK.

Martin, Keith and Meechan, Michael (2010). An innovative approach to motorsport industry employee education. In: Vehicle Dynamics Expo 2010, 22-24 Jun 2010, Stuttgart, Germany.

Martin, Keith (2010). Energy savings and improved precision with adjustable hydrodynamic bearings. In: 2010 STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition, 16-20 May 2010, Las Vegas, USA.

Martin, Keith and Meechan, Michael (2009). Learning while earning: the key role of supported distance learning in delivering innovative, industry focused courses to up-skill and develop employees in the motor sports sector. In: SAE 2009 World Congress, 19-23 Apr 2009, Detroit, USA.

Martin, Keith and Larminie, James. R. J. (2009). Data acquisition systems: A post graduate course aimed at continuing professional development by supported distance learning. In: Motorsports Networking Conference, 24 Apr 2009, Terre Haute, Indiana, USA.

Martin, Keith and Meechan, Michael (2009). The key role of supported distance learning in delivering innovative, industry focused short courses to up-skill and develop employees in the motorsport sector. In: Business Accelerator 2009, 11 Feb 2009, Gaydon, UK.

Larminie, James and Martin, Keith (2009). Data acquisition systems: issues of use and interpretation of data. In SAE International Technical Paper SAE International Paper 2009-01-1673, SAE International, Warrendale, PA. USA.

Meechan, Michael and Martin, Keith (2009). Learning while earning: the key role of supported distance learning in delivering innovative, industry focused courses to up-skill and develop employees in the motor sports sector. The SAE International Journal of Passenger Cars - Mechanical Systems, 2(1) pp. 539–554.

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Martin, Keith and Meechan, Michael (2008). Learning while earning: an innovative approach to motorsport industry employee education. In: Motor Sport Business Forum, 10-11 Dec 2008, Monaco.

Martin, Keith (2008). Innovative bearings to improve performance and efficiency in industry. International Journal of Performability Engineering, 4(4) pp. 345–356.

Martin, Keith (2007). Proactive management and control of the performance characteristics of hydrodynamic bearings. In: LUBMAT 2006, International Conference: Lubrication Management and Technology, 14-16 Jun 2006, Preston, U.K..

Martin, Keith (2006). Observations of USA further and higher education provision in motorsport engineering and management. In: Motorsport Educators Forum, 7 Mar 2006, Stoneleigh, UK.

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Martin, J. K. (2006). Design guidelines for hydrostatic journal bearings. Industrial Lubrication and Tribology, 58(2-3) pp. 135–139.

Martin, J. K. (2004). Measuring the performance of a novel fluid film bearing supporting a rotor on a stationary shaft, by non-contacting means. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part K: Journal of Multi-body Dynamics, 218(3) pp. 143–151.

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Martin, J. K. (2004). Measured stiffness and displacement coefficients of a stationary rotor hydrostatic bearing. Tribology International, 37(10) pp. 809–816.

Martin, Keith (2003). The potential use of new forms of adjustable hydrodynamic bearings in the intelligent monitoring and maintenance of machine accuracies. In: International Conference on Intelligent Maintenance Systems, 30 Oct - 01 Nov 2003, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, China.

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Martin, Keith James; Parkins, David Walter and Jia, Haibo (2003). The design and development of a high speed journal bearing test rig for measuring dynamic characteristics of oil film bearings. In: Proceedings of the 2003 STLE Annual Meeting, 27 Apr - 02 May 2003, New York, NY, USA.

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Martin, J. K.; Matela, R. J. and Sherwen, R. G. (2003). Modelling heat transfer through a novel design of rotary kiln. International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology, 17(4) pp. 233–243.

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Martin, Keith (2002). Improvements in efficiency, accuracy and stability using a novel fluid film bearing. In: Winkle, P. ed. Power Generation Retrofitting: Optimizing Power Plant Performance. Bury St. Edmonds, UK: John Wiley and Sons, pp. 85–93.

Martin, J. K. (2002). Extended expansion of the Reynolds equation. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part J: Journal of Engineering Tribology, 216(1) pp. 49–51.

Martin, J. K. and Parkins, D. W. (2002). Theoretical studies of a continuously adjustable hydrodynamic fluid film bearing. Journal of Tribology, 124(1) pp. 203–211.

Martin, Keith and Matela, Ray (2002). A multimedia distance learning approach to post graduate level teaching of finite element analysis in engineering applications. In: NAFEMS-FENET Technology Workshops in Web Based Training for Engineering Analysis, 13-14 Jun 2002, Zurich.

Martin, Keith (2001). Developments in efficiency and stability of fluid film bearings using new designs and test techniques. In: The Mission of Tribology Research 10 Seminar, Dec 2001, London, UK.

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Martin, Keith and Parkins, David (2001). Testing of a large adjustable hydrodynamic journal bearing. In: ASME/STLE International Joint Tribology Conference, 21-24 Oct 2001, San Francisco.

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Martin, Keith (2001). Improvements in efficiency, accuracy and stability using a novel fluid film bearing. In: Retrofitting Steam Power Generation Plant for Improved Performance, Seminar S716., Sep 2001.

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Martin, J. K. and Dixon, J. C. (2001). Three seconds in two days: a theoretical and practical model for teaching basic dynamics analysis. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part K: Journal of Multi-body Dynamics, 214(4) pp. 195–208.

Martin, Keith (2000). Performance of a novel configuration of journal bearing. In: Maw, S. and Parkins, D.W. eds. Fluid Film Bearings - Recent Advances in Design and Performance. I MechE Seminar Publication (S651). London, UK: Professional Engineering Publishing Ltd for IMechE, p. 43.

Martin, J. K. (1999). A mathematical model and numerical solution technique for a novel adjustable hydrodynamic bearing. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, 30(7) pp. 845–864.

Martin, Keith (1998). New design, analysis and performance techniques in hydrodynamic fluid film bearings. In: International Conference on Multi–Body Dynamics, New Techniques and Applications, 10-11 Dec 1998, London.

Martin, Keith and Parkins, David (1998). A novel continuously adjustable hydrodynamic bearing. In: STLE 1998 Annual Meeting, 17-21 May 1998, Detroit, USA.

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Martin, J. K. and Parkins, D. W. (1997). Some properties of a continuously adjustable hydrodynamic fluid film bearing. In: World Tribology Congress - Abstracts of Papers, 8-12 Sep 1997, London.

Martin, Keith and Matela, Raymond J. (1997). Finite Element Analysis – A distance learning package. In: NAFEMS World Congress ' 97 on Design, Simulation & Optimisation, Reliability & Applicability of Computational Methods, 9-11 Apr 1997, Stuttgart, Germany.

Matela, R. J. and Martin, J. K. (1997). Finite Element Methods in a distance learning environment. In: X111 Polish Conference on Computer Methods in Mechanics, 5-8 May 1997, Poznan, Poland.

Martin, James Keith and Parkins, David Walter (1995). Fluid Film Bearings. BTG International Ltd, WO9529346.

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Martin, Keith and Matela, Raymond J. (1995). A multi-media distance learning package for Finite Element Education & Training. In: 5th International Conference on Reliability of Finite Element Methods for Engineering Applications., 10-12 May 1995, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Martin, Keith (1980). Future trends in car design. In: British Association of Young Scientists, 9 Jul 1980, National Motor Museum, Beaulieu, UK.

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