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.
Using electroencephalography (EEG) to Determine Student Attention in the Classroom
Indumathi V22 May, 2023
The Higher Education landscape caters to the learning requirement for a large and diverse cohort of students. With diversity comes the additional challenge for educators to design engaging learning content and environment that holds the student's attention in the classroom. This paper presents the evolution of a PhD research topic...Read More
Comparative Response Spectrum Analysis on 15- and 50-Story Reinforced Concrete Buildings Having Shear Walls with and without Openings as per EN1998-1 Seismic Code
Dr Ana Evangelista16 May, 2023
Medium-rise reinforced concrete (RC) framed apartment complexes with stories ranging from 15 to 50 are becoming more common in Ethiopia’s main cities. In these RC-framed structures, shear walls are included for lateral load resistance. As apertures are frequently provided in shear walls, it is critical to evaluate their influence on...Read More
Cloud-Empowered Data-Centric Paradigm for Smart Manufacturing
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman3 April, 2023
In the manufacturing industry, there are claims about a novel system or paradigm to overcome current data interpretation challenges. Anecdotally, these studies have not been completely practical in real-world applications (e.g., data analytics). This article focuses on smart manufacturing (SM), proposed to address the inconsistencies within manufacturing that are often...Read More
Effect of Fiber Type and Content on dynamic tensile behavior of Fiber-Reinforced High-Strength Concrete determined by a split Hopkinson pressure bar
Dr Shasha Wang31 March, 2023
This paper presents an experimental study on the dynamic tensile performance of high-strength concrete reinforced with fibers of different types and contents. In total, five different high-strength concretes with a similar compressive strength of 85 MPa were investigated. One of the five concrete was a plain high-strength concrete (HSC) as...Read More
Improving reciprocal tribo-mechanical performance and corrosion resistance using carbide ceramics: T6 thermal-treated A333 mono-hybrid functionally graded composites
Dr Manu Sam21 March, 2023
Thermally treated functionally graded aluminum hybrid composite is an innovative solution to the expanding mechanical and tribological needs of the marine industry. Through horizontal centrifugal casting, gradation of secondary (SiC) and primary (B4C) ceramics improves the reciprocal wear resistance of 6 wt%B4C/4 wt%SiC/A333 hybrid composite over 6 wt%B4C/A333 mono-composite and A333 alloy. Advanced characterization demonstrates the...Read More
A comprehensive review on recent developments in materials and technological parameters for plasma transferred arc hard facing process
Dr Milind Siddhpura9 February, 2023
Critical equipments of process and heavy engineering industries are prone to significant wear due to intense service conditions. Uneven and uncontrolled wear causes significant changes in dimensional and geometrical accuracies of the part surfaces, which adversely affect the parts’ functionality and service life of these parts. Shorter service life of...Read More
A comprehensive review on recent developments in materials and technological parameters for plasma transferred arc hardfacing process
Dr Milind Siddhpura2 February, 2023
Critical equipments of process and heavy engineering industries are prone to significant wear due to intense service conditions. Uneven and uncontrolled wear causes significant changes in dimensional and geometrical accuracies of the part surfaces, which adversely affect the parts’ functionality and service life of these parts. Shorter service life of...Read More
RECENT PROGRESS IN ALUMINUM HYBRID COMPOSITES REINFORCED WITH NATURAL FIBER ASH: A REVIEW
Dr Manu Sam1 February, 2023
Modern technology demands have raised the popularity of aluminum metal matrix composites (AMMCs) as it best suits diverse industrial applications. The need to develop an advanced functional material for specific applications attracts global researchers. Commercial needs for cost-effectiveness, quality improvement, superior performance and high strength to low weight ratio are...Read More
Methanol Production From Biogas: Current Status and Future Prospects
Dr Milind Siddhpura31 January, 2023
Methanol is a basic form of alcohol that results from the combination of a methyl group (CH3) and a hydroxy group (OH). The global demand for methanol is expected to reach 117 Mtons in coming years owing to its mass use in the petrochemical, transportation, and chemical industries. Methanol is...Read More
Industrial and agro-waste materials for use in recycled concrete
Dr Ana Evangelista27 January, 2023
The rapid urbanization around the world has created shortfall of conventional building construction materials and put a lot of stress on the natural resources, which are getting scarce. Also the disposal of industrial, agro and other solid waste is another serious issue of concern in developing countries. To minimize the cost...Read More
Cement Production and its environmental impact
Dr Ana Evangelista27 January, 2023
Cement Production and its environmental impact. This chapter deals with cement manufacture, cement properties, types of cements, blended cements and life cycle assessment of different types of cements. Cement is one of the most important building materials around the globe. It is used mainly as binding and strength giving medium...Read More
Transient Stability Improvement of Large-Scale Photovoltaic Grid Using a Flywheel as a Synchronous Machine
Dr Morteza Alizadeh6 January, 2023
The global climate protection policy aimed at achieving a zero greenhouse gas emissions target has led to the fast incorporation of large-scale photovoltaics into the power network. The conventional AC grid was not modeled to be incorporated with large-scale non-synchronous inverter-based energy resources (IBR). Incorporating inertia-free IBR into the grid...Read More
Grid Connected Microgrid Optimization and Control for a Coastal Island in the Indian Ocean
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman23 December, 2022
For the suggested site in the Maldives, this research paper analyzes the possibility of a hybrid renewable microgrid that is dispatch strategy-governed in both off-grid and on-grid scenarios. The planned microgrid’s techno-environmental-economic-power-system responses have been assessed. Both the power system response study and the techno-environmental-economic study of the modelled microgrid...Read More
Optimizing reciprocal wear responses of centrifugally cast A333 hybrid functionally graded composite using Taguchi and response surface methodology
Brad Lohoar and Dr Manu Sam1 December, 2022
Functionally graded A333/6wt.%B4C/4wt.%ZrO2 hybrid composite manufactured through horizontal-centrifuge casting is subjected to statistical investigation focused on the parametric influences and interactions on wear responses–specific wear rate and coefficient of friction. Taguchi’s L27 orthogonal array design facilitates accurate trend analysis of factors against responses. Mathematical model development using Response Surface Methodology optimizes the...Read More
Operation and Assessment of a Microgrid for Maldives: Islanded and Grid-Tied Mode
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman22 November, 2022
This research work examines the prospect of a dispatch strategy governed hybrid renewable energy microgrid for the proposed location in Maldives for both off and on grid conditions. The techno-environmental-economic-power system responses of the proposed microgrid have been evaluated. The techno-environmental-economic analysis of the proposed microgrid has been conducted utilizing...Read More
High-Speed Railway Bridge and Pile Foundation: A Review
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura11 November, 2022
High-speed railway is trending in developing countries for economic reasons, mobility in the aftermath of COVID-19, and environmental concerns. The high-speed railway operators continuously improve the operational speed to transport more passengers in less time. However, increasing the train loads at high speed might increase the dynamic loads of bridges...Read More
Drivers for increasing attractiveness of commercial centers
Dr Ana Evangelista9 September, 2022
Commercial centers play an important role in the complex ecosystem of cities. Although improving the attractiveness of commercial centers is a fundamental factor for their success, few works address the drivers that contribute to this improvement. This study has two objectives: (1) to research the main drivers that increase the...Read More
Effect of High Strain Rate on Tensile Strength of SHCCs in Comparison to that of FRHSCs
Dr Shasha Wang16 August, 2022
This paper presents an experimental study on the effect of high strain rate on the tensile behavior of two Strain-Hardening Cement Composites (SHCCs), compared to that of Fiber-Reinforced High-Strength Concretes (FRHSCs) with similar compressive strength. One of the SHCCs was reinforced with 2% of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibers by volume...Read More
Influence of boride, oxide, and carbide ceramics as secondary reinforcement in T6-A333 functionally graded hybrid composites
Dr Manu Sam5 August, 2022
Hybrid ceramics in functionally graded aluminium hybrid composites are a developing choice for the maritime industries to maximize their daily mechanical and tribological demands. Ceramic types, including borides, oxides, and carbides, have a key impact in regulating the tribo-mechanical performance of hybrid composites. The external addition of Mg potentially lowered the wetting angle along...Read More
Influence of carbide ceramic reinforcements in improving tribological properties of A333 graded hybrid composites
Dr Manu Sam8 July, 2022
Aluminium hybrid functionally graded metal matrix composites (FGMMCs), meet growing demands for supreme tribo-mechanical performance in automotive and aviation industry. This research experimentally compares the influence of carbide ceramics (B4C, SiC, TiC) as reinforcements, in improving reciprocating tribology performance and mechanical strength of A333 hybrid composites against alloy. Hollow cylindrical samples of A333/6 wt%B4C/4 wt%TiC and A333/6 wt%B4C/4 wt%SiC hybrid FGMMCs were developed...Read More
Investigation on the Mechanical and Wear Behaviour of Al-6082-BN-B4C-Corn Cob Ash Hybrid Composites
Dr Manu Sam15 June, 2022
This study comparatively investigates the rotational dry sliding wear behaviour of hybrid ceramic reinforced AA6082/3wt.%Boron Nitride (BN)/4wt.%Boron Carbide (B4C) stir cast composite against its alloy by varying weight percentage (2, 4 and 6 wt.%) of Corn Cob Ash. Maximum hardness (70.7 BHN) and impact strength (32 J) was identified at...Read More
Tribological and mechanical characterization of as-cast and thermal treated Al-9Si/SiC graded composite
Dr Manu Sam18 April, 2022
Tribology and mechanical properties of thermal treated Al-9Si/10wt%SiC functionally graded composite are compared with as-cast condition. The composite was centrifugally cast as a hollow cylindrical component (Ø(outer) 100 × Ø(inner) 60 × 100 mm), characterized at three wall layers (up to 3, 10, and 18 mm) from the outer periphery. Metallographic analysis on as-cast...Read More
Efficient Energy Distribution for Smart Household Applications
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman3 March, 2022
Energy distribution technique is an essential obligation of an intelligent household system to assure optimal and economical operation. This paper considers a small-scale household system detached from the power grids consisting of some electrical components in day-to-day life. Optimal power distribution generated from a photovoltaic system is vital for ensuring...Read More
Assessing the usability of blockchain for sustainability: Extending key themes to the construction industry
Dr Karoline Figueiredo2 March, 2022
Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) emerged as an innovative computer technology capable of ensuring information security through encryption algorithms. In recent years, this technology has been discussed in different industries, including the construction sector. Although the advantages of applying DLT in construction projects are numerous, several barriers and limitations are associated with...Read More
Experimental Study on Truss-Column Pinned Connections in Large-Span Steel Structures
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura28 February, 2022
A pin-connected joint, which was intended to accommodate a certain in-plane rotation and resist the shear forces, was introduced in this paper. Pinned-connections were applied on Truss-Column joints to support the heavy-loaded floors and roofs in a long-span steel structure. The Pinned-connection was designed in accordance with European code, and...Read More
Using Machine Learning to Predict and Avoid Malfunctions: A Revolutionary Concept for Condition-Based Asset Performance Management (APM)
Dr Yuanyuan Fan24 February, 2022
In the renewable energy industry, a single component malfunction can significantly impact the entire network's performance. Asset failures in solar and wind farms can bring down a whole network of infrastructure, affecting thousands of customers and decreasing network reliability, costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Therefore, there is a strong...Read More
Sensitization and desensitization (healing) in austenitic stainless steel: a critical review
Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura7 February, 2022
Austenitic stainless steel (ASS) or Rust free steel has become a predominant part in the finishing stages of superheater/reheater tubing of supercritical boilers, where intergranular corrosion (IGC) resistance turns out to be significant. Application of ASS is limited up to 600 °C due to IGC failure led by sensitization. The...Read More
A prediction model for compressive strength of CO2 concrete using regression analysis and artificial neural networks
Dr Ana Evangelista5 February, 2022
Concrete is a very effective material for the construction of buildings and infrastructure around the world. Unfortunately, typical concrete is a large contributor to CO2 emissions and consumption of natural reserves. CO2 Concrete allows the mitigation of these downfalls by carbonating recycled aggregate, reducing CO2 emissions, reusing crushed masonry materials...Read More
Recent advances in tribological behavior of functionally graded composites: A review
Dr Manu Sam21 January, 2022
The tribological performance of functionally graded composites (FGCs) under abrasive and reciprocating test conditions are reviewed, from the numerous studies performed over the last three decades. FGCs produced differing wear analysis trends under varying process conditions and parameters. A general framework identifying the process parameters as well as assessing the wear performance...Read More
A Comparative Analysis of Peak Load Shaving Strategies for Isolated Microgrid Using Actual Data
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman4 January, 2022
Peak load reduction is one of the most essential obligations and cost-effective tasks for electrical energy consumers. An isolated microgrid (IMG) system is an independent limited capacity power system where the peak shaving application can perform a vital role in the economic operation. This paper presents a comparative analysis of...Read More
Data Analysis for the Aero Derivative Engines Bleed System Failure Identification and Prediction
Dr Hadi Harb6 December, 2021
Middle size gas/diesel aero-derivative power generation engines are widely used on various industrial plants in the oil and gas industry. Bleed of Valve (BOV) system failure is one of the failure mechanisms of these engines. The BOV is part of the critical anti-surge system and this kind of failure is...Read More
Revised Semiempirical Approach to Predict the Occurrence of Twinning in Titanium Alloys
Dr Chirag Rabadia, Dr Milind Siddhpura and Dr Arti Siddhpura2 December, 2021
A revised semiempirical approach, considering the average values of the valence electron to atom ratio (e/a̅) and a difference in atomic radii of alloying element/s and the base element (Δr̅), is proposed to predict the twin formation in titanium alloys. The revised e/a̅ versus Δr̅ diagram is plotted, considering the...Read More
Mathematical Analysis on Harmonics Mitigation Using a Phase-Shifted Transformer based Twelve-Pulse Variable Frequency Drive
Professor Akhtar Kalam, Dr Morteza Alizadeh, Dr Yuanyuan Fan and Abdullah Mujahid16 November, 2021
Harmonics are among the serious problems that affect the power quality of an electrical system. However, harmonics nowadays are inevitable due to the ever-increasing number of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) and other non-linear loads. In this regard, IEEE519 Standard specifies the allowable Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)...Read More
Modeling and Performance Assessment of an Efficient Photovoltaic based Grid-Connected Inverter System with Integration of LCL Filter
Dr Yuanyuan Fan16 November, 2021
Power converters are required to modify the intermittent power from renewable sources into smooth and stable output. However, the power electronic based components which are utilized in the converters along with their pulse width modulation property can create power quality issues. Among all of them, one of the critical aspects...Read More
An Overview of Freeze and Thaw Cycles Affecting the Durability of Recycled Aggregate Concrete
Dr Ana Evangelista12 October, 2021
Exposure to severe temperatures is one of the critical effects on concrete damage. Additionally, the aggregate porosity (pores in the range of 0.1–0.5 μm) is the characteristic that influences freeze–thaw resistance due to the pore saturation resulting in the concrete deterioration. Freeze and thaw is a durability property which is the...Read More
Deformation and permeability of recycled aggregate concrete – A comprehensive review
Dr Ana Evangelista9 October, 2021
Properties of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) were found to be dependent on the source, its composition and consistent quality of demolished concrete waste. Many studies have shown that using recycled aggregate (RA) in concrete suffers from strength and durability problems caused mainly due to relatively porous residual mortar adhered on the surface...Read More
Neural Networks-based Process Model and its Integration with Conventional Drum Level PID Control in a Steam Boiler Plant
Dr Hadi Harb1 October, 2021
Controlling drum level is a major and crucial control objective in thermal power plant steam boilers. The drum level as a controlled variable is highly characterized by complex non-linear process dynamics as well as measurement noise and long-time delays. Developing a data-driven process model is particularly advantageous as it could...Read More
Statistical Analysis of Tribological Performance of Functionally Graded Copper Composite Using DOE
Dr Manu Sam19 September, 2021
Dry sliding performance of Cu-11Ni-4Si/10wt.%Al2O3 graded composite was investigated statistically and experimentally using pin-on-disc wear tester. Microstructural analysis revealed maximum gradient concentration of ceramics towards the inner radial wall of developed composite. The wear analysis was based on Taguchi’s L27 orthogonal array and Regression models, at tribo-parameters (load-15, 25, 35 N, slide...Read More
Modelling the work-as-done in the building maintenance using a layered FRAM: A case study on HVAC maintenance
Dr Ana Evangelista3 September, 2021
Maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems has become one of the most relevant maintenance operations in public buildings. The intense interaction among human agents and equipment, aligned with information's distributed nature, exposes the maintenance workers to significant and complex risks during their routines. Prescribed procedures frequently differ from...Read More
A Study on Sensor System Latency in VR Motion Sickness
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman6 August, 2021
One of the most frequent technical factors affecting Virtual Reality (VR) performance and causing motion sickness is system latency. In this paper, we adopted predictive algorithms (i.e., Dead Reckoning, Kalman Filtering, and Deep Learning algorithms) to reduce the system latency. Cubic, quadratic, and linear functions are used to predict and...Read More
The success of e-Learning implementation for engineering courses: Case study – EIT
Dr Ana Evangelista, Dr Arti Siddhpura, Dr Milind Siddhpura and Indumathi V2 July, 2021
Globally, the ease of internet access has had a positive effect on the education sector. Many higher education institutions are leveraging this opportunity and are strongly investing in e-Learning systems offering courses in various disciplines. Engineering courses are challenging on their own, but to teach and engage e-learners' in first...Read More
Development, Implementation And Analysis Of Effectiveness Of Online Synchronous And Asynchronous Instructions For Engineering Graphics Course
Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura2 July, 2021
This paper presents the tools and techniques used for the development of synchronous and asynchronous instructions for online delivery of Engineering Graphics course for undergraduate students at the Engineering Institute of Technology as a part of blended delivery of this unit. The paper discusses how the online course was designed...Read More
Implementation of Industry Inputs in Higher Education Courses
Dr Yuanyuan Fan, Dr Ana Evangelista and Indumathi V2 July, 2021
Higher education courses must be continuously updated to catch up with the ever-changing industrial advancements. An up-to-date course benefits all parties of interest including students, employers and the education institution. This paper discusses the process of identifying industry expectations from graduates and implementing industry inputs based on two engineering courses...Read More
Synchronous And Asynchronous Online Training Tools and Techniques For Engineering Lecturers Of Online And Face-To-Face Delivery Modes
Dr Milind Siddhpura and Dr Arti Siddhpura2 July, 2021
This article discusses various tools and techniques used for training novice and experienced lecturers on how to use different synchronous and asynchronous instruction methods to deliver numerous engineering subjects online and on-campus in the blended form at the Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT). Didactic training techniques and tools were developed...Read More
Progression in manufacturing of functionally graded materials and impact of thermal treatment—A critical review
Dr Manu Sam1 July, 2021
Functionally graded materials (FGMs) revealed an immense growth with world-wide demand. This paper details a critical review on the periodic transformation in FGM production technologies and influence of thermal treatment on the physical, structural and manufacturing characteristics of FGMs. Popular alloys and ceramics utilized for FGM manufacturing are identified and classified...Read More
Industry 4.0 Applications for Medical/Healthcare Services
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman30 June, 2021
At present, the whole world is transitioning to the fourth industrial revolution, or Industry 4.0, representing the transition to digital, fully automated environments, and cyber-physical systems. Industry 4.0 comprises many different technologies and innovations, which are being implemented in many different sectors. In this review, we focus on the healthcare...Read More
Evaluation of Remote or Virtual Laboratories in E-Learning Engineering Courses
Dr Yuanyuan Fan, Dr Ana Evangelista and Indumathi V18 June, 2021
The learning environment has shifted from the traditional synchronous classroom-based mode to synchronous and asynchronous online mode. However, critical aspects of engineering courses where theories meet applications, such as in the form of practical or laboratory work, are challenging to be conducted effectively online. The rise of industry 4.0 has...Read More
Analyzing Utilization of Biomass in Combined Heat and Power and Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Systems
Dr Morteza Alizadeh5 June, 2021
Nowadays, ever-increasing energy demands and the depletion of fossil fuels require efficient and environmentally friendly technologies for energy generation. In this context, energy systems integration makes for a very strong proposition since it results in energy saving, fuel diversification, and the supply of cleaner energy. To this end, it is...Read More
Techno-economic analysis of direct combustion and gasification systems for off-grid energy supply: A case for organic rankine cycle and dual fluidized-bed
Dr Morteza Alizadeh2 May, 2021
Biomass is one of the most versatile sustainable energy sources. This versatility allows utilization of different biomass feedstock using a verity of conversion techniques. Often, a biomass-to-bioenergy conversion method is selected depending on the application, end-use product, and the type of feedstock. In many applications such as residential energy supply,...Read More
Developing a Decision Tree Algorithm for Wind Power Plants Siting and Sizing in Distribution Networks
Dr Morteza Alizadeh19 April, 2021
The interconnection of wind power plants (WPPs) with distribution networks has posed many challenges concerned with voltage stability at the point of common coupling (PCC). In a distribution network connected WPP, the short-circuit ratio (SCR) and impedance angle ratio seen at PCC (X/RPCC) are the most important parameters, which affect...Read More