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10:00 - 11:00

Keynote Speakers
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Keynote Speakers

Dr Stephen Samuel

Reader in Mechanical Engineering

School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

Application of thermodynamic principles is the subject of my interest since 1991.  My current teaching and research interests are in field of the high performance engines, Hybrid Powertrains for automotive and motorsport applications and formation mechanism of combustion-generated pollutants, especially, nano-scale particulate matter from gasoline direct injection Engines.

We have done a pioneering work in the area of real-world emission levels and fuel economy of gasoline vehicle and real-world performance of catalytic converters.  I have been blessed with highly motivated research students over the years. Our research team was one among the first to spearhead research with the support of BMW, Oxford, into linking the in-cylinder combustion with formation mechanism of nano-scale particulate matter from gasoline engine, identifying the influence of three-way catalytic converter on tail-pipe out nano-scale particulate matter and recently the influence of turbo-charger on nano-scale particulate matter.

We are always on the lookout for concepts and mathematical principles from other fields for analysing the data and optimizing the performance of the powertrain systems. Recently, we have demonstrated that Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) principles used in the field of supply chain management, especially, in Melon Picking , could be used for optimizing fuel injection in Gasoline Direct injection Engines. We applied and showed that Lambert W function could be used for modelling the influence of turbocharger on particulate matter distribution.  We have applied Cepstrum for evaluating the performance of the injector rate tube successfully. Very recently, we showed that Mittag-Leffler function could be used for modelling in-cylinder combustion.

My current PhD students are working in the areas of combustion control for Future Hybrid Powertrain platforms, Injection systems for Euro 7 and beyond and Prediction of Nano-scale particulate matter from Gasoline direct injection engines.   Our team uses experiments as well as numerical simulations for modelling, combustion and emissions and Hybrid Electric powertrain systems for automotive and motorsport applications. If any of these interests you, please do not hesitate to contact us and we are very happy to reply to your queries in relation to our exciting research work.

 

 

11:00 - 12:20

Keynote Speakers
Lecture

Keynote Speakers

Seong Joo Choi

Seong Joo Choi

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, 1987, Hanyang University

Concentration:  Manufacturing Process(Mechanical Engineering)

Dissertation:  "A Study on Failure Detection and Tool Condition Monitoring by Acoustic Emission in Metal Cutting Process"

ACADEMIC EMPLOYMENT

Korea  University of Technology and Education(KOREATECH)

Professor of School of Mechanical Engineering, 10/2001 - 08/2021

Director, Human Resources Development Institute(HRDI), 03/2005 – 02/2007

Korea Institute for Practical Engineering Education(KIPEE)  President, 03/2016 - 02/2020                  

Korea International Cooperation Agency(KOICA)

Project Manager,  Establishment of Korea-Egypt Technological University, 04/2019 -08/2022

Project Manager, Strenthening the Educational Capacity and University-Industry

Cooperation  Capacity of Benisuef Technological University, 04/2024 - present

 

 

 

10:00 - 11:00

Dr. Mohd Erfino Bin Johari
Lecture

Dr. Mohd Erfino Bin Johari

Dr. Mohd Erfino Bin Johari

currently a senior lecturer at Universiti Poly-Tech Malaysia (UPTM)
Kuala Lumpur. He earned his doctoral degree from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI)
specializing in Islamic Education, Thesis Titled: Shariah-Compliant Patriotism Element In High
School Islamic Education Subject. Prior to joining UPTM, he has served Ministry of Education
for 12 years as an Educator, Assistant Director and Education Attaché at Education Malaysia
United Kingdom & Ireland. He then served Ministry of Higher Education for 10 years as
Special Officer For The Minister of Higher Education, Director and Counsellor (Education) at
Education Malaysia New Zealand and as Senior Lecturer at Polytechnic Department. He has
vast experience in teaching, higher education policies, education management and its
implementation, internationalization, diplomatic affairs, public relations and research works.
Besides academic responsibilities, he's also appointed as The Senate Member, Academic
Committees, Management Meeting Committees, Director of Industrial Linkages and Academic
Internationalization Sector, Chairman of Zakat Management Committees, Editor-In-Chief of
UPTM Journal and Editorial Board, Asian Journal of Professional and Business Studies.

Passionate in education. Dedicated team player with over 28 years of extensive experience in
both government and private sectors. Possess strong multi-tasking skills, with ability to
simultaneously manage projects and schedules. Excellent public-facing point person for
stakeholders and clients. Highly motivated and organized. Cultivate leader qualities and
attributes. Enrich teamwork towards vibrant corporate culture.

 

 

12:30 - 13:30

Keynote Speakers
Lecture

Keynote Speakers

James Keevy

James Keevy is an experienced policy researcher that has worked in South Africa, Africa and internationally for the last 30 years. Following 13 years at the South African Qualifications Authority in research policy and international liaison capacities, he joined JET Education Services in 2014 as the chief executive. His specific areas of expertise include qualifications, the recognition of learning, digitalisation, and the professionalisation and migration of teachers. He has worked closely with several international agencies, including the OECD, ILO, UNICEF, World Bank, Commonwealth Secretariat, Commonwealth of Learning, SADC Secretariat, African Union Commission and others. At present his main expertise lies in the ability to oversee large multinational research and evaluation teams to execute programmes in a robust and efficient manner. He brings a strong international network and perspective that has translated into a wide range of published research, most recently, this includes a mapping study on qualifications for the African Union Commission, as well as the development of microcredentials frameworks in a range of countries.