We are committed to the scholarship of discovery as it contributes to the institution’s academic advancement.
EIT focuses on the delivery of programs relevant to today’s industry needs. Consequently, we seek that our scholar research:
- includes original research that advances knowledge;
- synthesizes information across topics, disciplines and/or time; and,
- is presented in a format that will allow evaluation by others through public sharing.
Furthermore, EIT’s scholar research activities expand to ensure the inclusion of the reality of contemporary life, such as sponsoring technical conferences and events that bring together relevant industry experts and professionals to share their knowledge and industry experience in an effort to advance their particular fields.
Mathematical Modelling of the Effect of X/R and Short Circuit Ratio on Voltage in a Distribution System Connected Wind Farm
Dr Morteza Alizadeh1 November, 2020
Increasing capacity of interconnected wind farms to distribution networks significantly affects voltage stability because of wind farm limitation in regulating reactive power. Therefore, the main aspect in the design and planning of a distribution system connected wind farm is to analyse voltage stability at the Point of Common Coupling (PCC)....Read More
Comparative Study on Reciprocal Tribology Performance of Mono-Hybrid Ceramic Reinforced Al-9Si-3Cu Graded Composites
Dr Manu Sam3 August, 2020
This research compares the reciprocating tribo-mechanical behaviour of functionally graded A333 (Al-9Si-3Cu) alloy, Al-9Si-3Cu/6wt%B4C mono-composite and Al-9Si-3Cu/6wt%B4C/4wt%TiB2 hybrid-composite. Cylindrical test samples of both alloy and composites were horizontal centrifuge cast. Metallography of alloy revealed grain refinement and throughout presence of B4C particles along the cross-section of both functionally graded composites. Whereas,...Read More
A Mathematical Method for Induction Generator Based Wind Power Plant Sizing and Siting in Distribution Network
Dr Morteza Alizadeh30 July, 2020
Throughout the world, Induction Generators (IGs) have been commonly used in numerous installations of Wind Power Plants (WPPs) due to their simple construction, low cost, etc. However, IGs are not capable of controlling reactive power and regulating terminal voltage. This adversely impacts voltage stability at the Point of Common Coupling...Read More
Investigation into the Impact of Cable Failure Localisation Methods on the Underground Cable Life Time in a Medium Voltage Distribution Network
Dr Morteza Alizadeh and Samuel Afotey30 July, 2020
The use of underground cables is essential in power distribution networks as they mitigate the issues related to space availability and minimise line breakdown and increase system reliability. However, the detection and localization of cable fault is challenging due to the limited access to the cable burned under the ground....Read More
Properties of high-strength lightweight concrete using manufactured aggregate
Dr Ana Evangelista14 July, 2020
The physical and mechanical properties of high-strength lightweight concrete were investigated considering various parameters including mixture design proportions, dosages and types of superplasticiser and silica fume and cement content aiming at a design strength of 45 MPa. The experimental results of density, tensile strength, modulus of elasticity and efficiency factor (ratio...Read More
Developing a Mathematical Model for Wind Power Plant Siting and Sizing in Distribution Networks
Professor Akhtar Kalam and Dr Morteza Alizadeh6 July, 2020
Wind Power Plants (WPPs) are generally located in remote areas with weak distribution connections. Hence, the value of Short Circuit Capacity (SCC), WPP size and the short circuit impedance angle ratio (X/R) are all very critical in the voltage stability of a distribution system connected WPP. This paper presents a...Read More
Research
James Mackay2 July, 2020
EIT focuses on the delivery of programs relevant to today’s industry needs. Consequently, we seek that our scholar research: includes original research that advances knowledge; synthesizes information across topics, disciplines and/or time; and, is presented in a format that will allow evaluation by others through public sharing. Furthermore, EIT’s scholar...Read More
Wear and Friction Study of Centrifugally CastFunctionally Graded Cu-Ni-Si Alloy and Composite
Dr Manu Sam15 June, 2020
The functional grade composite Cu-11Ni-4Si/10wt.%TiC along with Cu-11Ni-4Si alloy was stir cast, followed by horizontal-centrifuge cast technique. Cast sample was prepared at a dimension Fout100 x Fin85 x 100 mm. A comparative analysis for non-lubricated slide tribology at inner wall zone (1-5 mm), middle wall zone (5-10 mm) and outer...Read More
Current state of research in application of disruptive technologies in engineering education
Indumathi V, Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura12 June, 2020
Disruptive innovation technologies have made their way in the field of academia during the past few years. A plethora of literature exists investigating the applications of various disruptive technologies in the field of engineering education. The directions for future research however are still obscured by the copious amount of literature...Read More
Microstructural, mechanical and tribological analysis of functionally graded copper composite
Dr Manu Sam23 May, 2020
Functionally graded Cu-10Sn-5Ni/10B4C composite was fabricated using horizontal centrifugal casting. Microstructural and mechanical properties were superior at reinforcement-rich inner zone where wear tests were conducted based on response surface methodology five-level run order, using pin on disc tribometer. Results showed that wear rate increases linearly with increase in load and...Read More