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A preliminary study on bamboo-timber composite columns under axial compression (2024)
Journal Article
Deng, Y., Xia, W., Yang, S., Ni, M., Huo, G., Zhang, H., Wong, S. H. F., Sukontasukkul, P., Hansapinyo, C., Zhang, Y., Thepvpngsa, K., Seixas, M., & de Almeida Melo Filho, J. (online). A preliminary study on bamboo-timber composite columns under axial compression. International Wood Products Journal, https://doi.org/10.1177/20426445241288926

Bamboo–timber composite columns hold significant promise as bio-based structural elements. However, research in this area remains limited, especially concerning modern buckling analysis methods that incorporate bio-based constitutive models of engine... Read More about A preliminary study on bamboo-timber composite columns under axial compression.

Enhancing AI-Generated Image Detection with a Novel Approach and Comparative Analysis (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Weir, S., Khan, M. S., Moradpoor, N., & Ahmad, J. (2024, December). Enhancing AI-Generated Image Detection with a Novel Approach and Comparative Analysis. Paper presented at SINCONF 2024: 17th International Conference on Security of Information and Networks (SIN'24), Online

This study explores advancements in AI-generated image detection, emphasizing the increasing realism of images, including deepfakes, and the need for effective detection methods. Traditional Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) have shown success but... Read More about Enhancing AI-Generated Image Detection with a Novel Approach and Comparative Analysis.

Greetings from Silicon Heaven: Postcards from the IoT Afterlife (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Primlani, N., Darzentas, D. P., Lindley, J., Coulton, P., Sailaja, N., Urquhart, L. D., Castle-Green, T., Stead, M., Lechelt, S., Owen, V., & Dubey, N. (2024, October). Greetings from Silicon Heaven: Postcards from the IoT Afterlife. Presented at NordiCHI Adjunct 2024: Nordic Conference on Human Computer Interaction, Uppsala, Sweden

As the importance of minimising e-waste and increasing sustainability increase, exploring the design matters impacting the transience of digital technologies has become a key concern. In this workshop we will explore this through the metaphorical len... Read More about Greetings from Silicon Heaven: Postcards from the IoT Afterlife.

Policies and technological landscapes in sustainable design (2024)
Book Chapter
Sajjadian, S. M. (2024). Policies and technological landscapes in sustainable design. In D. Clements-Croome (Ed.), Intelligent Buildings and Infrastructure with Sustainable and Social Values (205-214). (Third edition). Emerald

Stretchable electrospun PVDF/TPU nanofibers membranes: Acoustic signals detectors (2024)
Journal Article
Nair, R., El-kadery, A., Khalil, A. M., El-kaliuoby, M. I., Kandas, I., Jain, A., Omran, N., Gamal, M., Noman, S., Magdy, G., Maree, K., El-Khatib, A. M., Hassanin, A. H., Shyha, I., Jaradat, S., Al-Dubai, A., Trabelsi, M., Al Othman, B., & Shehata, N. (online). Stretchable electrospun PVDF/TPU nanofibers membranes: Acoustic signals detectors. MRS Energy and Sustainability, https://doi.org/10.1557/s43581-024-00111-4

Devices that harvest energy are crucial for reducing reliance on energy transmission and distribution systems. This helps minimize energy loss and mitigate environmental impacts. In this study, we focused on manufacturing nanocomposites using various... Read More about Stretchable electrospun PVDF/TPU nanofibers membranes: Acoustic signals detectors.

Performance of yellow and pink oyster mushroom dyes in dye sensitized solar cell (2024)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Pirdaus, N. A., Ahmad, N., Dahlan, N. Y., Redzuan, A. N., Zalizan, A. H., Bani, N. A., Abdul Patah, M. F., & Wan-Mohtar, W. A. A. Q. I. (2024). Performance of yellow and pink oyster mushroom dyes in dye sensitized solar cell. Scientific Reports, 14, Article 23757. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-73865-z

A solar photovoltaic (PV) cell, is an electrical device that uses the PV effect to convert light energy into electricity. The application of oyster mushroom dyes in dye sensitized solar cell (DSSC) is a novel strategy to substitute the costly chemica... Read More about Performance of yellow and pink oyster mushroom dyes in dye sensitized solar cell.

Open-Pose 3D zero-shot learning: Benchmark and challenges (2024)
Journal Article
Zhao, W., Yang, G., Zhang, R., Jiang, C., Yang, C., Yan, Y., Hussain, A., & Huang, K. (2025). Open-Pose 3D zero-shot learning: Benchmark and challenges. Neural Networks, 181, Article 106775. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neunet.2024.106775

With the explosive 3D data growth, the urgency of utilizing zero-shot learning to facilitate data labeling becomes evident. Recently, methods transferring language or language-image pre-training models like Contrastive Language-Image Pre-training (CL... Read More about Open-Pose 3D zero-shot learning: Benchmark and challenges.

Decision Support Based on Digital Twin Simulation: A case study in Distillery Industry (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Marzano, A., & Caggiano, A. (2024, July). Decision Support Based on Digital Twin Simulation: A case study in Distillery Industry. Presented at 18th CIRP ICME '24 Conference, Ischia, Italy

This paper presents a complete digital twin framework with the purpose to aid manufacturing ergonomics and control operations in distillery industry. The focus is on the design of a digital twin framework that manages the material flow in the real sy... Read More about Decision Support Based on Digital Twin Simulation: A case study in Distillery Industry.

A Secure Authentication Framework for Consumer Mobile Crowdsourcing Networks (2024)
Journal Article
Aldosary, A., Tanveer, M., Ahmad, M., Maghrabi, L. A., Ahmed, E. A., Hussain, A., & El-Latif, A. A. A. (2024). A Secure Authentication Framework for Consumer Mobile Crowdsourcing Networks. IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, https://doi.org/10.1109/tce.2024.3473930

The Mobile crowdsourcing network (MCN) leverages collaborative intelligence to solve complex tasks through group cooperation. It comprises three main components: the end-user, the service provider, and the mobile user. The end-user requests crowd-sen... Read More about A Secure Authentication Framework for Consumer Mobile Crowdsourcing Networks.

Pedagogical Approaches in Music and Audio Education for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students (2024)
Journal Article
Cheng, L., & Mcgregor, I. (online). Pedagogical Approaches in Music and Audio Education for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students. Organised Sound, https://doi.org/10.1017/s1355771824000074

Learning about music, sound or audio can present significant challenges for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing (DHH). Given the advancements in technology and the increasing emphasis on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in education,... Read More about Pedagogical Approaches in Music and Audio Education for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students.

UHF Partial Discharge Detection for Power Transformer Based on Hilbert Fractal Antenna with Different Feeding Techniques (2024)
Journal Article
Abd Jalil, M. A., Rosmi, A. S., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Jamlos, M. A., Ananda-Rao, K., Abdul Nasir, A. S., Abdul Majid, M. H. H., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2026). UHF Partial Discharge Detection for Power Transformer Based on Hilbert Fractal Antenna with Different Feeding Techniques. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 60(1), 166-181. https://doi.org/10.37934/araset.60.1.166181

In power transformer, Partial Discharge (PD) can cause a major equipment risk and lead to further accidents. One of the PD detection techniques is Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) antenna. UHF antenna have a major advantage which is it immune to external i... Read More about UHF Partial Discharge Detection for Power Transformer Based on Hilbert Fractal Antenna with Different Feeding Techniques.

Numerical investigations into the comparison of hydrogen and gas mixtures storage within salt caverns (2024)
Journal Article
Wallace, R. L., Cai, Z., Zhang, H., & Guo, C. (2024). Numerical investigations into the comparison of hydrogen and gas mixtures storage within salt caverns. Energy, 311, Article 133369. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2024.133369

Salt caverns, long used for natural gas storage to manage peak loads, are being considered for hydrogen storage as part of the shift towards greener fuels. This transition necessitates re-evaluating heat and fluid transport to ensure the suitability... Read More about Numerical investigations into the comparison of hydrogen and gas mixtures storage within salt caverns.

Impact of the Finch case on EIA and the carbon accounting space (2024)
Journal Article
Landsburgh, C., D'Amico, B., & Davies, I. (online). Impact of the Finch case on EIA and the carbon accounting space. Proceedings of the ICE - Engineering Sustainability, https://doi.org/10.1680/jensu.24.00108

The UK Supreme Court's ruling in "R (on the application of Finch on behalf of the Weald Action Group) (Appellant) v Surrey County Council and others (Respondents)" marks a pivotal moment in environmental law and greenhouse gas emission responsibility... Read More about Impact of the Finch case on EIA and the carbon accounting space.

Assessing the risk of pedestrian crossing behavior on suburban roads using structural equation model (2024)
Journal Article
Kavianpour, S., Haghighi, F., Sheykhfard, A., Das, S., Fountas, G., & Oshanreh, M. M. (2024). Assessing the risk of pedestrian crossing behavior on suburban roads using structural equation model. Journal of Traffic and Transportation Engineering, 11(5), 853-866. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtte.2023.12.001

While pedestrian crashes on suburban roads have received more attention over recent years, the role of pedestrian crossing risk in areas adjacent to pedestrian crossing facilities, such as pedestrian overpasses, has been neglected. Most pedestrians i... Read More about Assessing the risk of pedestrian crossing behavior on suburban roads using structural equation model.

Electrical Tree Image De-Noising using Threshold Wavelet Transform and Wiener Filter (2024)
Journal Article
Abdulah, C. S. K., Gazata, N. D. A., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Ismail, B., Mohd Isa, M. A., Rosmi, A. S., Mansor, N. S., Jamil, M. K., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2025). Electrical Tree Image De-Noising using Threshold Wavelet Transform and Wiener Filter. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences and Engineering Technology, 53(1), 73-85. https://doi.org/10.37934/araset.53.1.7385

Electrical treeing occurred in solid dielectric materials, especially in electrical application with high voltage. The occurrence of electrical tree happens when high electric fields applied, causing tiny channels or paths to form. The main issue dur... Read More about Electrical Tree Image De-Noising using Threshold Wavelet Transform and Wiener Filter.

An Open Intent Discovery Evaluation Framework (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Anderson, G., Hart, E., Gkatzia, D., & Beaver, I. (2024, September). An Open Intent Discovery Evaluation Framework. Presented at SIGDIAL 2024, Kyoto, Japan

In the development of dialog systems the discovery of the set of target intents to identify is a crucial first step that is often overlooked. Most intent detection works assume that a labelled dataset already exists, however creating these datasets i... Read More about An Open Intent Discovery Evaluation Framework.

DeFT-Net: Dual-Window Extended Frequency Transformer for Rhythmic Motion Prediction (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ademola, A., Sinclair, D., Koniaris, B., Hannah, S., & Mitchell, K. (2024, September). DeFT-Net: Dual-Window Extended Frequency Transformer for Rhythmic Motion Prediction. Presented at EG UK Computer Graphics & Visual Computing (2024), London, UK

Enabling online virtual reality (VR) users to dance and move in a way that mirrors the real-world necessitates improvements in the accuracy of predicting human motion sequences paving way for an immersive and connected experience. However, the drawba... Read More about DeFT-Net: Dual-Window Extended Frequency Transformer for Rhythmic Motion Prediction.

Automatic Metrics in Natural Language Generation: A survey of Current Evaluation Practices (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Schmidtova, P., Mahamood, S., Balloccu, S., Dusek, O., Gatt, A., Gkatzia, D., Howcroft, D. M., Platek, O., & Sivaprasad, A. (2024, September). Automatic Metrics in Natural Language Generation: A survey of Current Evaluation Practices. Presented at INLG 2024, Tokyo, Japan

Automatic metrics are extensively used to evaluate Natural Language Processing systems. However, there has been increasing focus on how the are used and reported by practitioners within the field. In this paper, we have conducted a survey on the use... Read More about Automatic Metrics in Natural Language Generation: A survey of Current Evaluation Practices.

Exploring the impact of data representation on neural data-to-text generation (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Howcroft, D. M., Watson, L. N., Nedopas, O., & Gkatzia, D. (2024, September). Exploring the impact of data representation on neural data-to-text generation. Presented at INLG 2024, Tokyo, Japan

A relatively under-explored area in research on neural natural language generation is the impact of the data representation on text quality. Here we report experiments on two leading input representations for data-to-text generation: attribute-value... Read More about Exploring the impact of data representation on neural data-to-text generation.

A linear dissipativity approach to incremental input-to-state stability for a class of positive Lur’e systems (2024)
Journal Article
Piengeon, V., & Guiver, C. (online). A linear dissipativity approach to incremental input-to-state stability for a class of positive Lur’e systems. International Journal of Control, https://doi.org/10.1080/00207179.2024.2403473

Incremental stability properties are considered for certain systems of forced, nonlinear differential equations with a particular positivity structure. An incremental stability estimate is derived for pairs of input/state/output trajectories of the L... Read More about A linear dissipativity approach to incremental input-to-state stability for a class of positive Lur’e systems.