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Thermophoresis of a spherical particle: modelling through moment-based, macroscopic transport equations (2019)
Journal Article
Padrino, J. C., Sprittles, J. E., & Lockerby, D. A. (2019). Thermophoresis of a spherical particle: modelling through moment-based, macroscopic transport equations. Journal of Fluid Mechanics, 862, 312-347. https://doi.org/10.1017/jfm.2018.907

We consider the linearized form of the regularized 13-moment equations (R13) to model the slow, steady gas dynamics surrounding a rigid, heat-conducting sphere when a uniform temperature gradient is imposed far from the sphere and the gas is in a sta... Read More about Thermophoresis of a spherical particle: modelling through moment-based, macroscopic transport equations.

Optimizing Turbo Codes for Secret Key Generation in Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ismail, D. K. B., Karadimas, P., Epiphaniou, G., & Al-Khateeb, H. (2019). Optimizing Turbo Codes for Secret Key Generation in Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks. In Smart Technologies and Innovation for a Sustainable Future: Proceedings of the 1st American Univer

We present an algorithm that allows two users to establish a symmetric cryptographic key by incorporating the most important features of the wireless channel in vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication. Non-reciprocity compensation is combined with tur... Read More about Optimizing Turbo Codes for Secret Key Generation in Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks.

Glass—A Material Practice in the Anthropocene (2019)
Journal Article
Panneels, I. (2019). Glass—A Material Practice in the Anthropocene. Arts, 8(1), 7. https://doi.org/10.3390/arts8010007

This paper details and discusses Material Journey (2018), an art project by the author that was exhibited at the National Glass Centre in Sunderland (UK) from 9 June to 2 September 2018. This research project sought to interrogate the material impact... Read More about Glass—A Material Practice in the Anthropocene.

Statistics the propeller for quantitative analysis: construction students challenges and level of understanding with various statistical tests (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Osunsanmi, T. O., Aigbavboa, C., & Ajayi, O. M. (2018, April). Statistics the propeller for quantitative analysis: construction students challenges and level of understanding with various statistical tests. Presented at Cobra 2018, London

Towards improving the Nigeria construction industry various research has been conducted adopting a quantitative research design. Despite the frequent research, the industry it is still faced with the same problem such as cost overrun and poor safety... Read More about Statistics the propeller for quantitative analysis: construction students challenges and level of understanding with various statistical tests.

Dynamic Analysis Model of a Class E2 Converter for Low Power Wireless Charging Links (2019)
Journal Article
Bati, A., Luk, P., Aldhaher, S., See, C. H., Abd-Alhameed, R., & Excell, P. (2019). Dynamic Analysis Model of a Class E2 Converter for Low Power Wireless Charging Links. IET Circuits, Devices and Systems, 13(3), 399-405. https://doi.org/10.1049/iet-cds.20

A dynamic response analysis model of a Class E2 converter for wireless power transfer applications is presented. The converter operates at 200 kHz and consists of an induction link with its primary coil driven by a class E inverter and the secondary... Read More about Dynamic Analysis Model of a Class E2 Converter for Low Power Wireless Charging Links.

Low-Complexity Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring Using Unsupervised Learning and Generalized Appliance Models (2019)
Journal Article
Liu, Q., Kamoto, K. M., Liu, X., Sun, M., & Linge, N. (2019). Low-Complexity Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring Using Unsupervised Learning and Generalized Appliance Models. IEEE Transactions on Consumer Electronics, 65(1), 1-1. https://doi.org/10.1109/tce.201

Awareness of electric energy usage has both societal and economic benefits, which include reduced energy bills and stress on non-renewable energy sources. In recent years, there has been a surge in interest in the field of load monitoring, also refer... Read More about Low-Complexity Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring Using Unsupervised Learning and Generalized Appliance Models.

Dynamics Analysis of a Turbulent Methane Flame in MILD Combustion Conditions (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Manias, D. M., Tingas, E., Im, H. G., & Minamoto, Y. (2019). Dynamics Analysis of a Turbulent Methane Flame in MILD Combustion Conditions. In AIAA Scitech 2019 Forum. https://doi.org/10.2514/6.2019-1731

The dominant physical processes that characterize the combustion of a lean methane/air mixture, diluted with exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), under turbulent MILD premixed conditions are identified using the combined approaches of Computational Singu... Read More about Dynamics Analysis of a Turbulent Methane Flame in MILD Combustion Conditions.

Double-Port Slotted-Antenna with Multiple Miniaturized Radiators for Wideband Wireless Communication Systems and Portable Devices (2019)
Journal Article
Alibakhshikenari, M., Khalily, M., Virdee, B. S., Ali, A., Shukla, P., See, C. H., …Limiti, E. (2019). Double-Port Slotted-Antenna with Multiple Miniaturized Radiators for Wideband Wireless Communication Systems and Portable Devices. Progress in Electro

Proof-of-concept is presented of a novel slot antenna structure with two excitation ports. Although this antenna provides a wide impedance bandwidth, its peak gain and optimum radiation efficiency are observed at its mid-band operational frequency. The... Read More about Double-Port Slotted-Antenna with Multiple Miniaturized Radiators for Wideband Wireless Communication Systems and Portable Devices.

Energy autonomous electronic skin (2019)
Journal Article
García Núñez, C., Manjakkal, L., & Dahiya, R. (2019). Energy autonomous electronic skin. npj Flexible Electronics, 3(1), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41528-018-0045-x

Energy autonomy is key to the next generation portable and wearable systems for several applications. Among these, the electronic-skin or e-skin is currently a matter of intensive investigations due to its wider applicability in areas, ranging from r... Read More about Energy autonomous electronic skin.

Design of PMSM for EMA Employed in Secondary Flight Control Systems (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Giangrande, P., Al-Timimy, A., Galassini, A., Papadopoulos, S., Degano, M., & Galea, M. (2018, November). Design of PMSM for EMA Employed in Secondary Flight Control Systems. Presented at 2018 IEEE International Conference on Electrical Systems for Aircra

The more electric aircraft (MEA) initiative aims to improve weight, fuel consumption and maintenance costs of the aircraft, by increasing the use of electric power in actuation systems. Considering this scenario, electromechanical actuators (EMAs) fo... Read More about Design of PMSM for EMA Employed in Secondary Flight Control Systems.

Critical Success Factors of Implementing Building Information Modelling and Sustainability Practices in Construction Projects: A Delphi Survey (2019)
Journal Article
Olawumi, T., & Chan, D. W. (2019). Critical Success Factors of Implementing Building Information Modelling and Sustainability Practices in Construction Projects: A Delphi Survey. Sustainable Development, 27(4), 587-602. https://doi.org/10.1002/sd.1925

The research study aims to explore and assess the critical success factors (CSFs) that can amplify the integration of building information modeling (BIM) and sustainability practices in construction projects. Delphi survey technique was employed to s... Read More about Critical Success Factors of Implementing Building Information Modelling and Sustainability Practices in Construction Projects: A Delphi Survey.

Protecting Civilians from Cyber Warfare with Cyber Buffer Zones (2019)
Journal Article
Robinson, M., Maglaras, L., Jones, K., & Janicke, H. (2019). Protecting Civilians from Cyber Warfare with Cyber Buffer Zones. International Journal of Smart Security Technologies, 6(1), 31-48. https://doi.org/10.4018/ijsst.2019010103

Cyber peacekeeping has quickly risen in prominence as a viable way to regulate the impact cyber warfare has upon civilian security. In this article, the concept of a cyber buffer zone is explored, and proposals are made on how it could be used to fur... Read More about Protecting Civilians from Cyber Warfare with Cyber Buffer Zones.