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Preparation of flexible dielectric nanocomposites using nanocellulose and recycled alum sludge for wearable technology applications (2022)
Journal Article
Sun, D., Saw, L., Onyianta, A., 'rourke, Lu, Z., Wilson, C., See, C. H., Popescu, C., Dorris, M., & Shyha, I. (2022). Preparation of flexible dielectric nanocomposites using nanocellulose and recycled alum sludge for wearable technology applications. Materials, Methods & Technologies, 16, 149-159

With the rapid development of wearable technology, flexible dielectric materials with environmental-friendly, low-cost and high-energy efficiency characteristics are in increasing demand. In this work, a flexible dielectric nanocomposite was develope... Read More about Preparation of flexible dielectric nanocomposites using nanocellulose and recycled alum sludge for wearable technology applications.

Engaging the Owner Occupier towards a Net Zero future via a Persona Modelling Framework (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Morton, A., Rowlatt, J., Reeves, A., & Brown, N. (2022, November). Engaging the Owner Occupier towards a Net Zero future via a Persona Modelling Framework. Poster presented at BECC 2022, Washington, DC

The U.K. government commissions an annual English Housing Survey and then uses Acorn consumer classification software to produce 5 personae to plan policy around. However, they do not create tailored engagement plans to enact them, rather they follow... Read More about Engaging the Owner Occupier towards a Net Zero future via a Persona Modelling Framework.

The ‘Portfolio MOT/service’ framework: Presentation & Workshop (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Mortimer, J. (2022, November). The ‘Portfolio MOT/service’ framework: Presentation & Workshop. Presented at Educating Animators Conference 2022, University of Salford

In this interactive session Jonathan will be presenting a Learner centred framework for student self-review and reflection of skills appreciation, for those wishing to pursue a career in the animation or games sectors. The purpose of this framework i... Read More about The ‘Portfolio MOT/service’ framework: Presentation & Workshop.

The use of alternative building technologies as a sustainable affordable housing solution: perspectives from South Africa (2022)
Journal Article
Adetooto, J., Windapo, A., & Pomponi, F. (online). The use of alternative building technologies as a sustainable affordable housing solution: perspectives from South Africa. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, https://doi.org/10.1108/jedt-05-2022-0257

Purpose This study aims to evaluate the perception of the local experts and end users on the drivers, barriers and strategies to the use of alternative building technologies (ABTs), with a focus on sandbag building technologies (SBTs) in the provisi... Read More about The use of alternative building technologies as a sustainable affordable housing solution: perspectives from South Africa.

Circuit Modelling of Broadband Antenna Using Vector Fitting and Foster Form Approaches for IoT Applications (2022)
Journal Article
Ez-zaki, F., Belaid, K. A., Ahmad, S., Belahrach, H., Ghammaz, A., Al-Gburi, A. J. A., & Parachin, N. O. (2022). Circuit Modelling of Broadband Antenna Using Vector Fitting and Foster Form Approaches for IoT Applications. Electronics, 11(22), Article 3724. https://doi.org/10.3390/electronics11223724

Computation of the broadband antenna impedance behavior requires the wideband lumped equivalent circuit. This work aims to provide a comprehensive study of broadband antenna equivalent circuit models over broad frequency ranges for Internet of Things... Read More about Circuit Modelling of Broadband Antenna Using Vector Fitting and Foster Form Approaches for IoT Applications.

Effects of Processing Strategies and La + Sm Co-Doping on the Thermoelectric Performance of A-Site-Deficient SrTiO3-δ Ceramics (2022)
Journal Article
Iyasara, A. C., Lu, Z., Schmidt, W. L., Sinclair, D. C., & Reaney, I. M. (2022). Effects of Processing Strategies and La + Sm Co-Doping on the Thermoelectric Performance of A-Site-Deficient SrTiO3-δ Ceramics. Crystals, 12(11), Article 1622. https://doi.org/10.3390/cryst12111622

The effect of calcining in either air (VSTO-A) or 5% H2/N2 (VSTO-H) on the thermoelectric performance of La and Sm co-doped A-site-deficient Sr1-3x/2Lax/2Smx/2TiO3-δ ceramics is reported. All calcined powders were sintered 6 h in 5% H2/N2 at 1773 K t... Read More about Effects of Processing Strategies and La + Sm Co-Doping on the Thermoelectric Performance of A-Site-Deficient SrTiO3-δ Ceramics.

Multi-Agent Modelling Notation (MAMN): A multi-layered graphical modelling notation for agent-based simulations (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Nguyen, J., Powers, S., Urquhart, N., Farrenkopf, T., & Guckert, M. (2022, November). Multi-Agent Modelling Notation (MAMN): A multi-layered graphical modelling notation for agent-based simulations. Presented at 24th International Conference on Principles and Practice of Multi-Agent Systems, Valencia, Spain

Cause-effect graphs have been applied in non agent-based simulations, where they are used to model chained causal relations between input parameters and system behaviour measured by appropriate indicators. This can be useful for the analysis and inte... Read More about Multi-Agent Modelling Notation (MAMN): A multi-layered graphical modelling notation for agent-based simulations.

Forensic Analysis of Blackhole Attack in Wireless Sensor Networks/Internet of Things (2022)
Journal Article
Hasan, A., Khan, M. A., Shabir, B., Munir, A., Malik, A. W., Anwar, Z., & Ahmad, J. (2022). Forensic Analysis of Blackhole Attack in Wireless Sensor Networks/Internet of Things. Applied Sciences, 12(22), Article 11442. https://doi.org/10.3390/app122211442

The internet of things (IoT) is prone to various types of denial of service (DoS) attacks due to their resource-constrained nature. Extensive research efforts have been dedicated to securing these systems, but various vulnerabilities remain. Notably,... Read More about Forensic Analysis of Blackhole Attack in Wireless Sensor Networks/Internet of Things.

Q-learning driven routing for aeronautical Ad-Hoc networks (2022)
Journal Article
Bilen, T., & Canberk, B. (2022). Q-learning driven routing for aeronautical Ad-Hoc networks. Pervasive and Mobile Computing, 87, Article 101724. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmcj.2022.101724

The aeronautical ad-hoc network (AANET) is one of the critical methodologies to satisfy the Internet connectivity requirement of airplanes during their flights. However, the ultra-dynamic topology and unstable air-to-air link characteristics increase... Read More about Q-learning driven routing for aeronautical Ad-Hoc networks.

Evaluating the effect of drunk driving on fatal injuries among vulnerable road users in Taiwan: a population-based study (2022)
Journal Article
Lin, H., Chan, C., Wiratama, B. S., Chen, P., Wang, M., Chao, C., Saleh, W., Huang, H., & Pai, C. (2022). Evaluating the effect of drunk driving on fatal injuries among vulnerable road users in Taiwan: a population-based study. BMC Public Health, 22(1), Article 2059. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-14402-3

Background: Most studies have focused on injuries sustained by intoxicated drivers themselves, but few have examined the effect of drunk driving on injury outcomes among VRUs (vulnerable road users) in developing countries. This study aims to evaluat... Read More about Evaluating the effect of drunk driving on fatal injuries among vulnerable road users in Taiwan: a population-based study.