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Application and Suitability of Polymeric Materials as Insulators in Electrical Equipment (2021)
Journal Article
Haque, S. M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Umar, Y., Mas’ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Jume, B. H., Rahman, H., & Bani, N. A. (2021). Application and Suitability of Polymeric Materials as Insulators in Electrical Equipment. Energies, 14(10), Article 2758. https://doi.org/10.3390/en14102758

In this paper, the applications of thermoplastic, thermoset polymers, and a brief description of the functions of each subsystem are reviewed. The synthetic route and characteristics of polymeric materials are presented. The mechanical properties of... Read More about Application and Suitability of Polymeric Materials as Insulators in Electrical Equipment.

Indoor performance analysis of genetically optimized circular rotational square hyperboloid (GOCRSH) concentrator (2021)
Journal Article
Freier Raine, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Jafry, T., & Gamio, C. (2021). Indoor performance analysis of genetically optimized circular rotational square hyperboloid (GOCRSH) concentrator. Solar Energy, 221, 445-455. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2021.04.060

In the past few years, there was an increasing popularity of portable solar chargers for providing access to clean affordable electricity to remote locations in developing countries. Looking at the surge in demand, it is also important to reduce the... Read More about Indoor performance analysis of genetically optimized circular rotational square hyperboloid (GOCRSH) concentrator.

Integrating Concentrated Optics for Ambient Perovskite Solar Cells (2021)
Journal Article
Khalid, M., Roy, A., Bhandari, S., Sundaram, S., & Mallick, T. K. (2021). Integrating Concentrated Optics for Ambient Perovskite Solar Cells. Energies, 14(9), Article 2714. https://doi.org/10.3390/en14092714

Metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are considered an effectual way to enhance photovoltaic (PV) properties, leading to low-cost and high efficiency. PSCs have experienced rapid improvement in the last ten years. The device’s energy production... Read More about Integrating Concentrated Optics for Ambient Perovskite Solar Cells.

Probabilistic decentralised control and message passing framework for future grid (2021)
Journal Article
Herzallah, R., & Zhou, Y. (2021). Probabilistic decentralised control and message passing framework for future grid. International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 131, Article 107114. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijepes.2021.107114

In this paper, we propose a unified probabilistic decentralised control and message passing framework for real time control of the electrical grid which enables the development of the future smart grid. The key elements of the proposed framework are... Read More about Probabilistic decentralised control and message passing framework for future grid.

Optimal management of energy sharing in a community of buildings using a model predictive control (2021)
Journal Article
Vand, B., Ruusu, R., Hasan, A., & Manrique Delgado, B. (2021). Optimal management of energy sharing in a community of buildings using a model predictive control. Energy Conversion and Management, 239, Article 114178. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2021.114178

Exporting generated electricity by on-site renewable energy systems from buildings to the grid is only slightly profitable in many countries. Therefore, it is required to investigate the benefits of sharing generated energy in a microgrid within a co... Read More about Optimal management of energy sharing in a community of buildings using a model predictive control.

In situ poling X-ray diffraction studies of lead-free BiFeO3–SrTiO3 ceramics (2021)
Journal Article
Lu, Z., Wang, G., Li, L., Huang, Y., Feteira, A., Bao, W., Kleppe, A. K., Xu, F., Wang, D., & Reaney, I. M. (2021). In situ poling X-ray diffraction studies of lead-free BiFeO3–SrTiO3 ceramics. Materials Today Physics, 19, Article 100426. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mtphys.2021.100426

The origin of the large electrostrain in BiFeO3-BaTiO3 (BF-BT) ceramics is controversial and has been attributed to either a field-induced transition to a long-range ferroelectric (FE) state or to multi-symmetry, polar nanoregions within a pseudocubi... Read More about In situ poling X-ray diffraction studies of lead-free BiFeO3–SrTiO3 ceramics.

Impedance Bandwidth Improvement of a Planar Antenna Based on Metamaterial-Inspired T-Matching Network (2021)
Journal Article
Alibakhshikenari, M., Virdee, B. S., Shukla, P., Wang, Y., Azpilicueta, L., Naser-Moghadasi, M., See, C. H., Elfergani, I., Zebiri, C., Abd-Alhameed, R. A., Huynen, I., Rodriguez, J., Denidni, T. A., Falcone, F., & Limiti, E. (2021). Impedance Bandwidth Improvement of a Planar Antenna Based on Metamaterial-Inspired T-Matching Network. IEEE Access, 9, 67916-67927. https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2021.3076975

In this paper a metamaterial-inspired T-matching network is directly imbedded inside the feedline of a microstrip antenna to realize optimum power transfer between the front-end of an RF wireless transceiver and the antenna. The proposed T-matching n... Read More about Impedance Bandwidth Improvement of a Planar Antenna Based on Metamaterial-Inspired T-Matching Network.

An Investigation of the Effects of Drill Operator Posture on Vibration Exposure and Temporary Threshold Shift of Vibrotactile Perception Threshold (2021)
Journal Article
Taylor, M., Maeda, S., & Miyashita, K. (2021). An Investigation of the Effects of Drill Operator Posture on Vibration Exposure and Temporary Threshold Shift of Vibrotactile Perception Threshold. Vibration, 4(2), 395-405. https://doi.org/10.3390/vibration4020025

The present study involved performing an experiment to clarify whether vibration measurement values on the tool handle, in accordance with ISO 5349-1, can assess risk from workplace environments. The study investigated the relationship between the vi... Read More about An Investigation of the Effects of Drill Operator Posture on Vibration Exposure and Temporary Threshold Shift of Vibrotactile Perception Threshold.

Techno‐economic analysis of direct combustion and gasification systems for off‐grid energy supply: A case for organic rankine cycle and dual fluidized‐bed (2021)
Journal Article
Bagherian, M. A., Mehranzamir, K., Ahmed, J., Nafea, M., Nabipour‐Afrouzi, H., Wooi, C., Beiranvand Pour, A., Rezania, S., & Alizadeh, S. M. (2021). Techno‐economic analysis of direct combustion and gasification systems for off‐grid energy supply: A case for organic rankine cycle and dual fluidized‐bed. IET Renewable Power Generation, 15(12), 2596-2614. https://doi.org/10.1049/rpg2.12196

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... Read More about Techno‐economic analysis of direct combustion and gasification systems for off‐grid energy supply: A case for organic rankine cycle and dual fluidized‐bed.

Federated Learning for Short-term Residential Energy Demand Forecasting (2021)
Preprint / Working Paper
Briggs, C., Fan, Z., & Andras, P. Federated Learning for Short-term Residential Energy Demand Forecasting

Energy demand forecasting is an essential task performed within the energy industry to help balance supply with demand and maintain a stable load on the electricity grid. As supply transitions towards less reliable renewable energy generation, smart... Read More about Federated Learning for Short-term Residential Energy Demand Forecasting.

Where do successful populations originate from? (2021)
Journal Article
Andras, P., & Stanton, A. (2021). Where do successful populations originate from?. Journal of Theoretical Biology, 524, Article 110734. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtbi.2021.110734

In order to understand the dynamics of emergence and spreading of socio-technical innovations and population moves it is important to determine the place of origin of these populations. Here we focus on the role of geographical factors, such as land... Read More about Where do successful populations originate from?.

Unveiling Women’s Needs and Expectations as Users of Bike Sharing Services: The H2020 DIAMOND Project (2021)
Journal Article
Gorrini, A., Choubassi, R., Messa, F., Saleh, W., Ababio-Donkor, A., Leva, M. C., D’Arcy, L., Fabbri, F., Laniado, D., & Aragón, P. (2021). Unveiling Women’s Needs and Expectations as Users of Bike Sharing Services: The H2020 DIAMOND Project. Sustainability, 13(9), Article 5241. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13095241

Within the objectives of the H2020 DIAMOND project, the paper investigates women’s needs and expectations as users of the bike-sharing service managed by Syndicat Mixte Autolib et Velib Métropole in the territory of Paris Region-Petite Couronne (Fran... Read More about Unveiling Women’s Needs and Expectations as Users of Bike Sharing Services: The H2020 DIAMOND Project.

A switching feedback control approach for persistence of managed resources (2021)
Journal Article
Franco, D., Guiver, C., Smith, P., & Townley, S. (2022). A switching feedback control approach for persistence of managed resources. Discrete and Continuous Dynamical Systems - Series B, 27(3), 1765-1787. https://doi.org/10.3934/dcdsb.2021109

An adaptive switching feedback control scheme is proposed for classes of discrete-time, positive difference equations, or systems of equations. In overview, the objective is to choose a control strategy which ensures persistence of the state, consequ... Read More about A switching feedback control approach for persistence of managed resources.

Developing project evaluation models for smart sustainable practices implementation in construction projects: a comparative study between Nigeria and Hong Kong (2021)
Journal Article
Olawumi, T. O., & Chan, D. W. (2022). Developing project evaluation models for smart sustainable practices implementation in construction projects: a comparative study between Nigeria and Hong Kong. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 29(3), 1522-1552. https://doi.org/10.1108/ECAM-11-2020-0906

Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to identify the key facilitating factors for smart sustainable practices (SSP) and develop a project evaluation model (PEM) for SSP implementation in Nigeria and Hong Kong. SSP is coined from the integration of d... Read More about Developing project evaluation models for smart sustainable practices implementation in construction projects: a comparative study between Nigeria and Hong Kong.

Electroceramics for High-Energy Density Capacitors: Current Status and Future Perspectives (2021)
Journal Article
Wang, G., Lu, Z., Li, Y., Li, L., Ji, H., Feteira, A., Zhou, D., Wang, D., Zhang, S., & Reaney, I. M. (2021). Electroceramics for High-Energy Density Capacitors: Current Status and Future Perspectives. Chemical Reviews, 121(10), 6124-6172. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.chemrev.0c01264

Materials exhibiting high energy/power density are currently needed to meet the growing demand of portable electronics, electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage devices. The highest energy densities are achieved for fuel cells, batteries, and... Read More about Electroceramics for High-Energy Density Capacitors: Current Status and Future Perspectives.

Are We Willing to Relocate with the Future Introduction of Flying Cars? An Exploratory Empirical Analysis of Public Perceptions in the United States (2021)
Journal Article
Ahmed, S. S., Fountas, G., Eker, U., & Anastasopoulos, P. C. (2022). Are We Willing to Relocate with the Future Introduction of Flying Cars? An Exploratory Empirical Analysis of Public Perceptions in the United States. Transportmetrica A: Transport Science, 18(3), 1025-1052. https://doi.org/10.1080/23249935.2021.1916643

Flying cars, a new transportation mode capable of operating on both land and air, are expected to be introduced in the existing traffic fleet over the next decade or so. Due to their potential in offering flexible mobility patterns, as well as shorte... Read More about Are We Willing to Relocate with the Future Introduction of Flying Cars? An Exploratory Empirical Analysis of Public Perceptions in the United States.

Thermo-economic and environmental optimization of a solar-driven zero-liquid discharge system for shale gas wastewater desalination (2021)
Journal Article
Onishi, V. C., Khoshgoftar Manesh, M. H., Salcedo-Díaz, R., Ruiz-Femenia, R., Labarta, J. A., & Caballero, J. A. (2021). Thermo-economic and environmental optimization of a solar-driven zero-liquid discharge system for shale gas wastewater desalination. Desalination, 511, Article 115098. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.desal.2021.115098

Wastewater management is one of the main hurdles encountered by the shale gas industry for boosting overall process cost-effectiveness while reducing environmental impacts. In this light, this paper introduces a new multi-objective model for the ther... Read More about Thermo-economic and environmental optimization of a solar-driven zero-liquid discharge system for shale gas wastewater desalination.

Immune Response of Elite Enduro Racers to Laboratory and Racing Environments: The Influence of Training Impulse and Vibration (2021)
Journal Article
Kirkwood, L., Ingram-Sills, L., Taylor, M. D., Malone, E., & Florida-James, G. (2021). Immune Response of Elite Enduro Racers to Laboratory and Racing Environments: The Influence of Training Impulse and Vibration. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(9), Article 4603. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18094603

Introduction: Understanding the sport-specific immune response elicited during both training and competition is imperative to maximise athlete health and performance. Despite a growing population of professional enduro mountain bike athletes, little... Read More about Immune Response of Elite Enduro Racers to Laboratory and Racing Environments: The Influence of Training Impulse and Vibration.

Mathematical Modelling of a Static Concentrating Photovoltaic: Simulation and Experimental Validation (2021)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Zulkipli, M., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Bani, N. A., Kilpatrick, C., Sellami, N., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Farooq, H. (2021). Mathematical Modelling of a Static Concentrating Photovoltaic: Simulation and Experimental Validation. Applied Sciences, 11(9), Article 3894. https://doi.org/10.3390/app11093894

For the past twenty years, there has been increasing interest and investment in solar pho-tovoltaic (PV) technology. One particular area of interest is the development of concentrating PV (CPV), especially for use in building integration. Many CPV de... Read More about Mathematical Modelling of a Static Concentrating Photovoltaic: Simulation and Experimental Validation.

Implementation of Blockchain Consensus Algorithm on Embedded Architecture (2021)
Journal Article
Kerrouche, A., Frikha, T., Chaabane, F., Aouint, N., Cheikhrouhou, O., & Ben Amor, N. (2021). Implementation of Blockchain Consensus Algorithm on Embedded Architecture. Security and Communication Networks, 2021, Article 9918697. https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/9918697

The adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technology across many applications, such as autonomous systems, communication, and healthcare, is driving the market’s growth at a positive rate. The emergence of advanced data analytics techniques such as bl... Read More about Implementation of Blockchain Consensus Algorithm on Embedded Architecture.