Technical Papers

Assessment of Tidal Energy Resources from Tidal Streams in Sarawak Coastline
A. Q. Jakhrani, A. R. H. Rigit, S. A. Kamboh, W. H. Kong and K. A. Samo

A Modified Fanger’s Model for Malaysia Climate
J. S. Pau, William K. S. Pao and K. K. Kee

Development of Hybrid Renewable Energy for Micro Aerial Vehicle (MAV)
Zulhilmy Sahwee and Edina Mohd Azhar

Inspection Station Allocation in the Production Line by Simulation: A Case Study
Abdul Talib Bon and Umol Syamsyul Rakiman

Recycling of Waste Automotive Engine Oil into a Potential Liquid Fuel via Microwave Pyrolysis
Su Shiung Lam, Alan D. Russell and Howard A. Chase

Vegetable Oils as a Potential Gear Lubricant
A. Ibrahim and Z. M. Walled

Propulsion System Issues in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
S. Wahsh E. Samir, M. Hasan and S. Wael

Interband and Intersubband Optical Transition Matrix Elements of Ge/Gesisn Quantum Well
W. J. Fan

Technical Feasibility Assessment for Led Street Lighting
Nor Diana Ruszaini Mohd Zin and Ir Asnawi Mohd Busrah

Indoor Air Quality in UNIMAS Detar Putra Convocation Hall
Christopher J. Boniface, Mohammad Shahril B. Osman and Syed Tarmizi Syed Shazali

Development of Optimum Configuration of River Water Aeration System by Scientific Analysis and Computer Simulation
Abdul Talib Din and Nor Asnawi Mohd Ibrahim

Methods to Suppress Earlier Leakage in 200V Superjunction LIGBT on Partial SOI
Elizabeth Kho Ching Tee, Alexander Hölke, Steven John Pilkington, Deb Kumar Pal, Ng Liang Yew, Wan Azlan Bin Wan Zainal Abidin, Marina Antoniou and Florin Udrea

Application of Higher Order Hopfield Network
Saratha Sathasivam, Ng Pei Fen and Muraly Velavan

Modeling of Wind Energy Potential for Sarawak: Conceptual Design
S. M. Lawan, W. A. W. Z. Abidin, A. Baharun, T. Masri and W. Y. Chai

Development of Wind Energy and Utilisation in Malaysia: A Review
S. M. Lawan, W. A. W. Z. Abidin, A. Baharun, T. Masri and W. Y. Chai

Modelling and Simulation of Microturbine for a Distribution System Network with Active Filter
M. S. Laili, Z. N. Zakaria, A. Z. Abdullah and N. A. Rahman

Voltage Rise Effects in Low Voltage Network Due to Penetration of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic (PV) Generation System
Asnawi M. Busrah and Vigna Kumaran

Exhaust Gas-Superstructure Interactions Onboard Ships with Side Exhaust
Hayati Abdullah, Arman Ariffin and Mohammad Yusri Hassan

Mapping of Hydro Power Energy Potential for Energy Intervention Solution in Malaysia
N. Bohari, W. A. W. Z. Abidin, D. N. S. D. A. Salleh and M. Anyi

Measuring Contextual Impact of Maintenance on Machinery Capacity Utilization and Environment
C. H. Ting, M. I. Shahidul, S. T. Syed Shazali and A. Yassin

Contribution of Chicken Feather Fiber to the Dielectric Properties of Unsaturated Polyester Matrix Composites
K. S. Kiew, S. Hamdan and Md. R. Rahman

Performance of Electrocoagulation Process in Removing Cod from Various Types of Industrial Wastewater
Norilhamiah Yahya, Ahmad Najie Zulkifli, Suhaini Mamat and Law Jeng Yeh

Energy Efficient Approach Through Intelligent Transportation System: A Review
N. P. Chai, W. A. W. Z. Abidin, W. H. W. Ibrahim and K. Hong Ping

Applying the Sustainable Development Orientations in a Municipality Programme in South-West of France
Khalil Al-Yakoob

Compressive Strength and Depth of Chloride Penetration of Concrete Containing Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA)
C. C. Thong, D. C. L. Teo and C. K. Ng

Application and Optimization of a Plasma Discharge Bubble Jet for Water Treatment
KoonChun Lai, SooKing Lim and PehChiong Teh

Study on the Potential of Utilizing the Agricultural Waste as Biosorbent for Heavy Metal Ions
M. F. Atan, N. Abdul Rahman, M. H. Johari, S. N. F. Ghazali and S. F. Salleh

Mass Diffusion Profile of an Evaporating Liquid
Suhaila Hussain, Kohno Masamichi and Yasuyuki Takata

Investigation on Water Consumption Pattern in Traditional Malaysian Kampung: An Insight Study on Water and Environmental Issues
Ahmad Adzlan Fadzli Khairi, M. I. Shahidul, Syed Tarmizi Syed Shazali, Abdullah Yassin, Mohd. Azrin Mohd Said, Hishammudin Afifi Huspi and C. H. Ting

Optimization of Green Energy Extraction: An Application of Cross-Flow Micro-Hydro Turbine
A. Yassin, M. I. Shahidul, S. T. Syed Shazali, A. H. Ruduan, S. M. A. Liakbar, Al-Khalid Othman, Hushairi Zen and A. Baharun

Prediction of Interfacial Tension Between Carbon Dioxide and Brine
Babak Moradi, Khalik M. Sabil and Chin Ze Shen

Thermal Performance of Low-Cost House with Retrofit Solutions
T. Y. E. John, W. A. W. Z. Abidin, T. Masri and A. Baharun

Production and Characterization of Virgin Coconut Oil from Coconuts
Suhaini Mamat, Nor Hisham Ahmad, Norilhamiah Yahya and Law Jeng Yeh

Measuring Production Capacity Utilization and Its Impact on Manufacturing Performance and Environment
M. I. Shahidul, M. S. Osman, S. T. Syed Shazali, A. Yassin, C. H. Tinga, A. H. Hishamuddin, M. S. M Azrin and A. F. K. Adzlan

Effects of Automated Manufacturing System Towards Workforce’s Behaviours
S. T. Syed Shazali, H. M. Johan, A. Yassin, M. I. Shahidul, M. Andrew-Munot, M. S. Osman and M. A. Mohd Said

Network Analysis of Power Transmission System Topology
Muhammad Jawad, Hushairi Zen, Faisal Rahman, Muhammad Ali, Saqib Salahuddin, Rahat Nasim and Arshad Mehmood

Intelligent Energy Management Scheme for Home Area Networks Using Fair Emergency Demand Response Programs (FEDRP)
Muhammad Ali, Hushairi Zen and Faisal Rahman, Ahsan Khawaja, Arshad Mehmood, Muhammad Jawad and Rahat Nasim

Biodiesel From Waste Palm Oil and Chicken Fats as an Alternative Fuel for Diesel Engine
A. S. Ahmed, E. Taharah, R. Rahman, S. Hamdan and H. H. Masjuki

Characterisation of Granular Soils with Electromagnetic Waves: Some Exploratory Findings
Hui-Ting Loy, Chee-Ming Chan and Mohd Zarar Mohd Jenu

Fuel Efficient Ship Operation – An Energy Optimization Approach
R. P. Sinha

Analysis of Water Quality: Case Study of Keenjhar Lake, Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan
A. R. Jatoi, S. R. Samo and A. Q. Jakhrani

Validation of Numerical Results of Wave Propagation in Viscoelastic Rods Through Viscoelastic Discontinuity Analysis (Standard Linear Solid Model)
A. B. Musa

Design of Rain Water Harvesting System for Housing Estates (Front Porch): Case Study in Malaysia
M. S. Yusof, S. A. Hadi, Y. A. Hayati, A. L. Hamdan and A. H. M. Hamisa

Utilization of Waste Glass in Concrete
N. Tamanna, N. Mohamed Sutan, D. T. C. Lee and I. Yakub

Investigating the Effect of Oil Palm Fiber as Filler Material in HMA Mix Design
Ron Aldrino Chan, Ron Buking and Chai Sin Lei

Photochemical Study of PS Based on Presence Schiff Bases of 2,5-Dimercapto-1,3,4-Thiadiazole as Photostabilizer
Emad Yousif, Jumat Salimon, Nadia Salih and Bashar Abdullah

Treatment of Livestock Wastewater Using Aerobic Granular Sludge Technology System at Different Cycle Time
A. Nor Anuar and I. Othman

Phase Change and Corrosion Effect on the Performance of a High Voltage Transmission Conductor
A. A. Khan, A. R. H. Rigit and D. B. L. Bong

Reflected Guided Wave in Plate with Flaw Using Civa Simulation Software
M. N. Salim, R. B. Jenal and Mohamad Pauzi Ismail

Applicability of Precast Superstructure Towards Sustainability of Bridge Construction in Sarawak
A. Baharun, R. Affandi, S. H. Ibrahim and B. A. Resat

Feasibility Study of Sedidik Kindergarten Building in Achieving Green Building Index (GBI) Certification
A. Baharun, R. Affandi, W. A. W. Abidin, S. H. Ibrahim, N. A. Midin

Natural Admixture Using Sugarcane Bagasse as Concrete Retarder
Muhamad Azani Yahya, Mohamad Yusrin Yahaya and Ahmad Azizi Ab Aziz

Wastages in Manufacturing Sector: Wall Panel
A. Baharun, R. Affandi, S. H. Ibrahim and S. A. Zulkepli

Effect of Glass Color on Energy Saving in Buildings
Mahmoud A. Hassan

Numerical Study of the Effect of Water Droplets on Energy Dissipation of Pressure Wave Propagation in Atmosphere
Basil T. Wong, Riady Siswoyo Jo and Anatoli Vakhguelt

A Comparative Laboratory Study of Two Simple Methods of Fixation of Sand Dunes
Nabil M. Guirguis, Mahmoud A. Hassan, Wael A. T. EL-Garhy and Mohamed R. Shaalan

Performance Analysis of Hybrid Photovoltaic / Diesel Energy System at Pos Telanok
N. Z. M. Isa, N. H. Ramly, N. H. Baharudin, A. R. A. Razak, M. Othman and N. B. Ahamad

Study on Effect of Lightning Overvoltage to Wind Turbine System Using Pscad
Z. N. Zakaria, Aimi A. H. Zaidi and M. S. Laili

A Novel Topology to Implement the Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation Based Matrix Converter System for Direct Conversion of Single Phase to Three Phase System
Vengadeshwaran Velu, Norman Mariun, Mohd Amran and Nashiren Farzilah

Simulation and Experimental Analysis of DC Motor Acceleration on Prototype Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
M. H. A. M. Fakharuzi, S. M. H. Syed Omar, T. A. Ward, R. Atan and O. C. Sheng

The Utilization of Solar Cell for Power Lighting Equipment on the Ferry
Danny Faturachman, Shariman Mustafa and Muswar Muslim

Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations of a Two-Steps Char Reactor
A. R. H. Rigit and T. K. Low

Temperature Measurement Using Slip Ring in Milling
C. Y. Teo and A. Yassin

A Horizontal Air-Staged Biomass-to-Heat Combustion Chamber: Development and Performance
K. H. Chong, P. L. Law, A. R. H. Rigit and R. Baini

Modeling Pesticide Treatment in Sequencing Batch Reactor Using Artificial Neural Network
M. Mohsen Nourouzi, T. G. Chuah and Thomas S. Y. Choong

Reducing of Energy Process on Refinery Wastewater Treatment Using Membrane Ultrafiltration
Erna Yuliwati, Amrifan Saladin Mohruni and Ahmad Fauzi Ismail

Experimental Investigation of Jatropha Oil as an Alternative Fuel for Biodiesel
A. S. Ahmed, T. Edin, S. Hamdan and Md. R. Rahman

High Quality Biodiesel as a Renewable Energy Source: Environment Aspects and Challenges
Masjuki Hj. Hassan, Md. Abul Kalam, Md. Mofijur Rahman and Md. Hazrat Ali

Design of Power Electronic Converters for Micro Turbine Generator Application
Julian Sio Kai Lih and Ungku Anisa Bte. Ungku Amirulddin

Modelling of River Dynamics for Energy Harnessing
Darrien Y. S. Mah, Frederik J. Putuhena, Rosmina A. Bustami and Norazlina Bateni

Low Voltage Direct Current (AC/DC/AC Converter Module) with Switching and Breaking Purpose
A. Akmal Redzuan and Baharuddin Ismail

Suitability of Local Aggregate in Green Concrete
N. Narita, Chiew F. Ha and Othman S. Zaidaha

Power Optimization for Mesh Network-on-Chip Architecture: Multilevel Network Partitioning Approach
A. Lit, S. K. Sahari, R. Sapawi, S. Suhaili, D. N. S. D. A. Salleh, A. F. Z. Abidin and A. F. Hassan

Atmospheric Plasma Spraying. Its Impact on Engineering and Environment
J.-C. Labbe and P. Fauchais

Sustainable Development of Renewable Energy Resources in Sarawak
Chen Shiun

Retrofit Features at Masjid Al Muttaqin, Kota Samarahan for Comfort
S. H. Ibrahim, A. Baharun, R. Affandi, W. A. W. Z. Abidin and Z. A. A. Razak

The Effects of Elevated Temperatures on Concrete Containing Agricultural Waste Palm Oil Fuel Ash (POFA) as Cement Replacement
E. P. K. Yong, D. C. L. Teo and N. Mohammed Sutan

Advanced Materials for Low Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (LTSOFCs): A Review
D. S. A. Mahmod, M. Andrew-Munot, A. A. Khan, N. Glandut and J. C. Labbe

Electrochemistry of Non-Oxide Ceramics: Some New Ideas for Energy Storage and Conversion
Nicolas Glandut

Suitability of Malaysia’s Pineapple Leaf and Napier Grass as a Fiber Substitution for Paper Making Industry
Zawawi Daud, Mohd Zainuri Mohd Hatta, Angzzas Sari Mohd Kassim and Ashuvila Mohd Aripin

Green Fibre Composite Laminate for Shear Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Structure
Md. Ashraful Alam, Si Kok Leong, Kamal Nasharuddin Mustapha, Zakaria Che Muda and Abu Saleh Ahmed

Hybrid Nanopore Membrane in Water Industry: A University-Industry Partnership Research Towards Environmental Sustainability
M. I. Shahidul and W. Che Mat

Form Accuracy of Germanium Convex Lens Produced by Ultra-High Precision Diamond Turning
K. Abou-El-Hossein