Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD (Manufacturing Systems and Automation), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Hons), University of Malaya (UM)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Manufacturing process automation
• Machine learning / artificial neural networks
• Image processing and classification

Notable Publications

• Ong, T. Y., Samad, Z., & Ratnam, M. M. (2010). Oblique view for improved solder joint inspection. Intelligent Information Management (IIM) Journal.
• Ong, T. Y., Samad, Z., & Ratnam, M. M. (2008). Solder joint inspection with multi-angle imaging and artificial neural network. International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology. 38(5–6), 455–462.
• Samad, Z., Ong, T. Y., & Ratnam, M. M. (2006). Application of machine vision on solder joint inspection using ANN classification. AUN/SEED-Net Field-wise Seminar Proceedings.
• Ratnam, M. M., Ong, T. Y., & Samad, Z. (2005). New approach for machine vision on solder joint inspection. International Conference on Mechatronics Technology (ICMT).
• Ong, T. Y. (2005). New algorithm for machine vision on solder joint inspection. Mechanical Engineering Research Colloquium (MERC).

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) (2018)
• BEng (Hons) Electronic (Instrumentation), UiTM (2012)
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Instrumentation), UiTM (2009)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Control systems
• System identification
• Modelling and control of complex systems

Notable Publications

• Shariff, H. M. et al. (2020). Anti-windup PID controller ISE tuning for steam distillation system. Journal of Electrical and Electronic Systems Research.
• Azman, A. A. et al. (2017). PID tuning methods for multi-tube aluminium sulphate water filter. IEEE I2CACIS.
• Marzaki, M. H. et al. (2015). Performance of FOPI with error filter based on controller performance criteria. Asian Control Conference (ASCC).

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, University of Liverpool, UK (1999)
• MSc in Electronic Control Engineering, University of Salford, UK (1995)
• BEng in Medical Electronics and Instrumentation, University of Liverpool, UK (1994)
• Professional Engineer, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
• Professional Technologist, Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT)
• Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council, UK
• Chartered Marine Engineer, Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
• Senior Member, IEEE
• Founding Chair, IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society (Malaysia)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Marine intelligent robotics
• Control systems engineering
• Robotics and automation systems
• Autonomous marine systems
• Intelligent control systems

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• DPhil in Engineering Science, University of Oxford, UK (2018)
• BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia (2012)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Smart transportation systems
• Operational optimisation for sustainability
• Embedded system applications

Notable Publications

• Armstrong, P. M. et al. (2013). A reconfigurable PV array scheme integrated into an electric vehicle. Hybrid and Electric Vehicles Conference (HEVC 2013).

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD in Computer Science, University of Sumatera Utara (USU), Indonesia (2023)
• Deputy Chairperson, IPKIN Sumatera Utara Branch

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Artificial intelligence
• Data mining
• Neural networks
• Machine learning

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD, University College London (UCL)
• PGCHE, University of Nottingham
• BSc Marine Technology, University of Plymouth
• Diploma in Marine Engineering, Politeknik Ungku Omar
• Fellow (FHEA), AdvanceHE (formerly HEA), UK
• Chartered Engineer (CEng), Engineering Council (EC), UK
• Member (MIMechE), Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), UK
• Professional Technologist (PTech), Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT), Malaysia
• Member, Technological Association Malaysia (TAM), Malaysia 

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Complex systems modelling
• Future energy systems
• Systems thinking in sustainability and socio-technical systems analysis

Notable Publications

• Liew, Y.Z. et al. (2024). Systems thinking on Artificial Intelligence integration into higher education: Causal loops. Complex Systems with Artificial Intelligence. Sustainability and Self-Constitution.
• Mustapha, K. B. et al. (2024). Bard, ChatGPT and 3DGPT: a scientometric analysis of generative AI tools and assessment of implications for mechanical engineering education. Interactive Technology and Smart Education.
• Nair, K., et al. (2021). Developing a system dynamics model to study the impact of renewable energy in the short-and long-term energy security. Materials Science for Energy Technologies.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD (Rehabilitation Robotics), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Malaysia (2018)
• MSc (DIC) Nuclear Engineering, Imperial College London, UK (2013)
• BEng Mechanical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia (2010)
• Chartered Engineer (IMechE)
• Member, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
• Senior Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Application of Machine Learning and Deep Learning
• Sports Engineering and Performance Analysis
• Modelling and Control
• Mechanics, Dynamics and Control
• Programming Principles and Applied Machine Learning

Notable Publications

• Nazarudin MN et al. (2024). Disciplinary measures defining referee activity in top-European football leagues. Heliyon.
• Cheng TJ et al. (2022). Vision-based human detection by fine-tuned SSD models. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications.
• Almanifi OR et al. (2022). Heartbeat murmurs detection via transfer learning. Alexandria Engineering Journal.
• Musa RM et al. (2021). Identification of high-performance volleyball players using machine learning. Proceedings of the IMechE, Part P.
• Bari BS et al. (2021). Diagnosing rice leaf disease using deep learning. PeerJ Computer Science.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD (Construction Management), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
• Bachelor of Technology Management (Construction) (First Class Honours), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Solid waste management
• Waste management technologies
• Environmental management
• Waste-to-wealth approaches
• Sustainable construction

Notable Publications

• Manoharan, E. et al. (2021). A review of hazardous compounds present in construction waste materials. Environment and Ecology Research.
• Manoharan, E. et al. (2020). Integrated approach as a sustainable environmental technique for construction waste management. Journal of Environmental Treatment Techniques.
• Manoharan, E. (2018). Principal factors impacting labour productivity in Malaysian construction industry. International Journal of Science and Engineering Investigations.
• Manoharan, E. (2017). Awareness of BIM implementation among construction management students. International Journal of Novel Research in Engineering and Science.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• Master of Information Technology (Technopreneurship), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia
• Bachelor (Hons) Multimedia, Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), Malaysia
• Diploma in Electronics Engineering, Politeknik Kota Bharu, Kelantan
• Professional Technologist, Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT)
• Graduate Technologist, Malaysian Board of Technologists (MBOT)
• Global Member, Internet Society

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Technopreneurship
• Multimedia development
• Information Technology
• Digital marketing
• Software development and programming

Notable Publications

• Im, Y. C. et al. (2022). Learning effectiveness of virtual land surveying simulator for blended ODL during COVID-19. International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications.
• Lim, S. C. et al. (2013). Consumer perspectives on SME reluctance towards e-commerce adoption. International Journal of Information Systems and Engineering.
• Tan, C. P. et al. (2012). User intention of installing home security systems in Malaysia. Journal of Han Chiang College.
• Mydin, A. J. P. et al. (2012). Using Gianthello to improve grammar among Generation Z. Journal of Han Chiang College.
• Tan, C. P. (2011). E-business solution with DIY e-business startup kit. Proceedings of ICFIT 2011.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD (Manufacturing Engineering), Loughborough University
• BEng (Mechanical Engineering), Universiti Malaya
• Graduate Engineer, Board of Engineers Malaysia

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Data-driven manufacturing
• Lean manufacturing
• Knowledge management
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Notable Publications

• Koay, F. T. et al. (2023). ARIZ-based model for smart manufacturing decision making. Malaysian Journal of Computer Science.
• Ng, W. C. et al. (2020). Inter-rater reliability of technicians in manufacturing environment. Compusoft.
• Siew, J. P. et al. (2016). Interactive mobile learning application using machine learning in manufacturing. International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation.
• Teh, S. Y. et al. (2015). Statistical process control for process improvement in industry: a case study. Advanced Science Letters.
• Teoh, P. C. & Case, K. (2004). Failure modes and effects analysis through knowledge modelling. Journal of Materials Processing Technology.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, Canada (2011)
• Master in Mechanical Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, Canada (2004)
• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, Mokpo National University, South Korea (2001)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Soft robotics (soft sensors, soft actuators, soft medical devices)
• Additive manufacturing (3D/4D printing)
• Deep learning (intelligent control, image analysis)
• Microsystems (BioMEMS, MEMS)

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia (2016)
• BEng (Hons) Robotics and Mechatronics, Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus, Malaysia (2011)
• Professional Engineer (Mechatronics), Board of Engineers Malaysia
• Chartered Professional Engineer, APEC Engineer and International Professional Engineer, Engineers Australia
• Senior Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Engineering education
• Robotics, automation and control systems
• Internet of Things (IoT) applications
• AI applications in robotics
• Small-scale energy harvesting
• Numerical solutions for non-linear PDEs
• Embedded systems, sensors and actuators
• Engineering design and smart systems

Notable Publications

• Jo, R. S. & Sheraly, M. R. (2023). Design and development of 2-DOF active revolute joint for robot actuation. IEEE TENSYMP.
• Jo, R. S. & Jo, H. S. (2022). DC motor system identification simulator app for online learning. IEEE ICSPC.
• Jan, O. R. et al. (2022). Real-time flood monitoring using edge computing-based IoT. Future Internet.
• Chew, K. T. et al. (2021). Smart agriculture using IoT technologies. IEEE ISCAIE.
• Shuvo, M. A. F. et al. (2020). 4-DOF robot manipulator for automated production. IEEE ISIEA.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PhD in Project Management (Facilities Management), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
• MSc in Project Management (Facilities Management), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
• BSc (Hons) Housing, Building and Planning (Construction Management), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Green and sustainable construction
• Facilities management
• Post-occupancy evaluation
• Service quality performance
• Residential satisfaction

Notable Publications

• Arshard, W. N. R. M. et al. (2025). Hygiene challenges in old public housing: case study of Rifle Range Flat. Built Environment Journal.
• Mohd Najib, N. U. et al. (2023). Adoption and adaptation of CEEQUAL sustainability attributes in Malaysian infrastructure projects. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science.
• Mohd Najib, N. U. & Ghazali, F. E. M. (2020). Government policy on environmental sustainability in construction projects. Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering.
• Jusoh, J. et al. (2015). Tourist expectations and satisfaction of heritage attractions in Melaka. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities.
• Yusof, N. A. et al. (2014). Communication influence on maintenance service performance in public housing. International Journal of Strategic Property Management.
• Mohd Najib, N. U. et al. (2011). Student residential satisfaction in research universities. Journal of Facilities Management.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• D.Phil. in Engineering, Taylor’s University, Malaysia (2024)
• M.Sc. in Engineering, Taylor’s University, Malaysia (2018)
• B.Eng. (Hons), Taylor’s University, Malaysia (2014)
• Registered Engineer, Board of Engineers Malaysia

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Aerodynamic performance analysis
• Fixed-wing drone design
• Advanced Fluid Dynamics
• Computer-Aided Design

Notable Publications

• Eftekhari, S. et al. (2023). Effect of alula span and deflection angle on aerodynamic efficiency of bio-inspired UAV wings. Journal of Unmanned Systems.
• Eftekhari, S. et al. (2023). Alula effect on aerodynamic performance of small UAV wing configuration. Journal of Physics: Conference Series.
• Eftekhari, S. et al. (2020). Investigation of NACA0012 finite wing aerodynamics at low Reynolds numbers. Journal of Aerospace and Technology Management.
• Eftekhari, S. et al. (2020). Effect of spoiler shape and setting angle on racing car aerodynamics. Indonesian Journal of Science and Technology.
• Eftekhari, S. et al. (2019). Performance optimisation of a fixed-wing mini UAV. Indonesian Journal of Science and Technology.

Academic Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• PGCert in Teaching and Supporting Learning in Higher Education, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (2023)
• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Nottingham (2016)
• MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering, University of Nottingham (2011)
• Associate Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (AMIMechE)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

Areas of Teaching and Research Interest

• Applied nonlinear dynamics
• Nonlinear vibration analysis
• Intelligent control of nonlinear multivariable systems
• Biomimetic robotics
• Computer vision
• Machine learning