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Simulation of Partial Discharge Phenomenon in Epoxy-Resins Insulation Under Very Low and High Stressing Frequencies (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Aliyu, B. D., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Musa, U., Sulaiman, S. H., Jibril, Y., Mas'ud, A. A., …Jamil, A. I. M. (2024). Simulation of Partial Discharge Phenomenon in Epoxy-Resins Insulation Under Very Low and High Stressing Frequencies. In 2024 IEEE 4th Inte

Partial discharge (PD) degrades the quality of insulation systems, and its impact becomes even more severe with ageing. Several studies have revealed PD activity to be environmental and test factors dependent. Among the several test factors, the exci... Read More about Simulation of Partial Discharge Phenomenon in Epoxy-Resins Insulation Under Very Low and High Stressing Frequencies.

Finite Element Modeling of Electric Field Distribution in a Defective XLPE Cable Insulation Under Different Magnitudes of Stressing Voltage (2024)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Sulaiman, S. H., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Abdulkarim, A., Abubakar, A. S., Shehu, G. S., Musa, U., Mas'ud, A. A., Rosle, N., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023, August). Finite Element Modeling of Electric Field Distribution in a Defective XLPE Cable Insulation Under

Air voids in solid dielectrics affect the performance and lifespan of high voltage (HV) equipment. In this research, electric field distribution within a cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) HV cable is analyzed using a finite element analysis (FEA) soft... Read More about Finite Element Modeling of Electric Field Distribution in a Defective XLPE Cable Insulation Under Different Magnitudes of Stressing Voltage.

A QOBL-SAO and its variant: An open source software for optimizing PV/wind/battery system and CEC2020 real world problems (2024)
Journal Article
Mas’ud, A. A., Salawudeen, A. T., Umar, A. A., Shaaban, Y. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Musa, U., & Alshammari, S. J. (2024). A QOBL-SAO and its variant: An open source software for optimizing PV/wind/battery system and CEC2020 real world problems. Software

The Quasi oppositional smell agent optimization (QOBL-SAO) and its levy flight variant (LFQOBL-SAO) are two cutting-edge software tools for optimizing PV/wind/battery power systems. They can also be used to solve real-world CEC2020 optimization probl... Read More about A QOBL-SAO and its variant: An open source software for optimizing PV/wind/battery system and CEC2020 real world problems.

Temporal analysis and predictive modeling of ambient air quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia: A chemometric approach (2024)
Journal Article
Abdullah, A., Mohd Saudi, A. S., Shafii, N. Z., Kamarudin, M. K. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2024). Temporal analysis and predictive modeling of ambient air quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia: A chemometric approach. Planning Malaysia Journ

One of the most important environmental problems facing the globe today is air pollution. The centre area for the local populace is the Hulu Langat district, which borders Kuala Lumpur, the capital. The purpose of this study is to look at how the amb... Read More about Temporal analysis and predictive modeling of ambient air quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia: A chemometric approach.

Proposing an Approach for the Diffusion of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs)—A Case Study (2024)
Journal Article
Amo Awuku, S., Bennadji, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Prabhu, R., & Sellami, N. (2024). Proposing an Approach for the Diffusion of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs)—A Case Study. New Energy Exploitation and Application, 3(1), 8-26. https://doi.org/10

Consistent probing into building integrity has led to the exploration of clean energy options such as building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV). BIPV has proven to be aesthetically pleasing, architecturally feasible, and capable of making buildings ene... Read More about Proposing an Approach for the Diffusion of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs)—A Case Study.

Investigation of efficiency and temperature dependence in RbGeBr3 -based Perovskite solar cell structures (2024)
Journal Article
Valizadeh, S., Shokri, A., Sabouri-Dodaran, A., Fough, N., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2024). Investigation of efficiency and temperature dependence in RbGeBr3 -based Perovskite solar cell structures. Results in Physics, 57, Article 107351. https://doi.org/10.1

This study is centered on the exploration of the inorganic perovskite material RbGeBr3 as an absorbing layer in various configurations of perovskite solar cells. The Poisson, continuity, and transport equations are solved using the finite element met... Read More about Investigation of efficiency and temperature dependence in RbGeBr3 -based Perovskite solar cell structures.

Simulation of a Solar Dryer for Use in Developing Countries (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abiola Oladimeji, A., Sola, P. J., See, C. H., Bani, N. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Amran, M. E., & Ahmad Kamil, A. S. (2023, October). Simulation of a Solar Dryer for Use in Developing Countries. Presented at 2023 International Conferen

This paper examines the implementation of solar dryers in developing countries. Simulations were carried out using a simple model of a solar dryer to validate the drying process for various crops and fish products. The solar dryer simulator model in... Read More about Simulation of a Solar Dryer for Use in Developing Countries.

Design and Development of Remote Monitoring Predictive Maintenance Dashboard for Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Plant (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., Amran, M. E., Noordin, M. K., Kasri, N. F., Hidayat, A. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., …Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). Design and Development of Remote Monitoring Predictive Maintenance Dashboard for Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Plant. In 202

In an effort to digitalize and modernize medical equipment maintenance services in Government Hospitals, remote monitoring dashboard has become indispensable. Monitoring dashboards are often used to monitor, control, improve and maintain the operatio... Read More about Design and Development of Remote Monitoring Predictive Maintenance Dashboard for Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Plant.

Protection Relay Setting based on Overcurrent Phenomena in Commercial Building (2023)
Journal Article
Mohammad, I. F., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Rosmi, A. S., Ismail, B., Hussain, M. H., Mas'ud, A. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2024). Protection Relay Setting based on Overcurrent Phenomena in Commercial Building. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Sciences an

Nowadays, every single distribution system needs to install an appropriate relay to keep the system safe. The operational and commonly recommended relay for distribution systems is the overcurrent (OC) relay. Throughout the distribution system, the p... Read More about Protection Relay Setting based on Overcurrent Phenomena in Commercial Building.

8th International Electric Vehicle Conference (EVC 2023) (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
(2023). 8th International Electric Vehicle Conference (EVC 2023). In F. Muhammad-Sukki, N. Aini Bani, & E. (. A. Tingas (Eds.), 8th International Electric Vehicle Conference (EVC 2023)

Editorial: A glimpse of EVC2023 (2023)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Bani, N. A., & Tingas, E. (2023). Editorial: A glimpse of EVC2023. Transportation Research Procedia, 70, 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trpro.2023.10.001

The Editorial describes the main aim and results of the 8th International Electric Vehicle Conference (EVC2023) held in Edinburgh Napier University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom from 21 – 23 June 2023.

Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation (2023)
Journal Article
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad Sukki, F., Prabhu, R., & Sellami, N. (2023). Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation. International Journal of Structural and Civil Engineering Research, 12(4), 117-121. https://doi

Colours, texture and shapes of Buildings Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) have been fully explored in recent times to match mainstream architectural aesthetics. This study aims at getting some perspectives from Ghanaians when it comes to the colours an... Read More about Colours and Shapes-Perspective from Ghanaians on BIPV Aesthetic Optimisation.

Non-Linear Model Predictive Speed Control of Six Phase Squirrel Cage Generator in Wind Energy System (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abdulwahab, I., Musa, U., Sarip, S., Mas'ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Faskari, S. A., & Mahmud, A. T. (2023). Non-Linear Model Predictive Speed Control of Six Phase Squirrel Cage Generator in Wind Energy System. In 2023 IEEE 6th International Conferenc

Due to the intermittent nature of wind, varying wind speed causes imbalance in the current of the six phase squirrel cage induction generator (SCIG). These changes in the input signal create inbalance in the current and therefore causes deviations in... Read More about Non-Linear Model Predictive Speed Control of Six Phase Squirrel Cage Generator in Wind Energy System.

Effect of COVID-19 on Photovoltaic Demand and Installation (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Zulfiqar, F., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Hawa Abu-Bakar, S., Bani, N. A., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2023). Effect of COVID-19 on Photovoltaic Demand and Installation. In International Conference on Green Energy, Computing and Intelligent Technology (GEn-CITy 2023) (174)

The research investigates the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the photovoltaic (PV) sector. This research examines the alterations in PV demand and installation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and identifies the underlying factors that have influenc... Read More about Effect of COVID-19 on Photovoltaic Demand and Installation.

Critical assessment of medical devices on reliability, replacement prioritization and maintenance strategy criterion: Case study of Malaysian hospitals (2023)
Journal Article
Amran, M. E., Aziz, S. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Masrom, M., Haron, H. N., Bani, N. A., …Muhammad‐Sukki, F. (2024). Critical assessment of medical devices on reliability, replacement prioritization and maintenance strategy criterion: Case study of Mal

The Biomedical Engineering Maintenance Services (BEMS) is a comprehensive maintenance program that ensures the safety and reliability of medical devices. Significant and crucial devices are identified and prioritized for best practice prior to the eq... Read More about Critical assessment of medical devices on reliability, replacement prioritization and maintenance strategy criterion: Case study of Malaysian hospitals.

A Quasi oppositional smell agent optimization and its levy flight variant: A PV/Wind/battery system optimization application (2023)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Salawudeen, A. T., Umar, A. A., Aziz, A. S., Shaaban, Y. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Musa, U. (2023). A Quasi oppositional smell agent optimization and its levy flight variant: A PV/Wind/battery system optimization application. Applied Soft C

In this study, two novel algorithms are developed: the quasi oppositional smell agent optimization (QOBL-SAO) and its levy flight variation (LFQOBL-SAO), and their performance is compared to that of the conventional smell agent optimization (SAO). Tw... Read More about A Quasi oppositional smell agent optimization and its levy flight variant: A PV/Wind/battery system optimization application.

In situ stannous reagent generator (SRG): An alternative hexavalent chromium treatment technology in drinking water industry (2023)
Journal Article
Mohd Yusof, M. H., Sarip, S., Abd Fatah, A. Y., Mad Kaidi, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mohd Hashim, N. F. (2023). In situ stannous reagent generator (SRG): An alternative hexavalent chromium treatment technology in drinking water industry. Journal of Water

Access to safe drinking water is a basic necessity for human health. Rock and soil are rich sources of chromium, a metal that is present naturally. Chromium commonly exists in two oxidation states: trivalent chromium (chromium-3, Cr (III), Cr3+) and... Read More about In situ stannous reagent generator (SRG): An alternative hexavalent chromium treatment technology in drinking water industry.

Variation in the spectral content of UHF PD signals due to the presence of obstacles in the measurement environment (2023)
Journal Article
Ardila-Rey, J. A., De Castro, B. A., Rozas-Valderrama, R., Orellana, L., Boya, C., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mas’ud, A. A. (2023). Variation in the spectral content of UHF PD signals due to the presence of obstacles in the measurement environment. IEEE Sens

Partial Discharge detection is crucial to diagnose the condition of the insulation system of High-voltage equipment. Despite the existence of many different methods to monitor the presence of PD, ultra-high frequency methods are frequently used since... Read More about Variation in the spectral content of UHF PD signals due to the presence of obstacles in the measurement environment.

Food Safety Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Food Handlers in Restaurants in Malé, Maldives (2023)
Journal Article
Halim-Lim, S. A., Mohamed, K., Sukki, F. M., David, W., Ungku Zainal Abidin, U. F., & Jamaludin, A. A. (2023). Food Safety Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Food Handlers in Restaurants in Malé, Maldives. Sustainability, 15(17), Article 12695. https:

Poor hygiene in the food service industry is a critical public health concern in the Maldives, and is caused by several issues, such as limited inspections and monitoring, inadequate training and knowledge, and a lack of a regulatory framework. Thus,... Read More about Food Safety Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Food Handlers in Restaurants in Malé, Maldives.

Modeling and Simulation of Heterojunction Solar Cell; Determination of Optimal Values (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Lawal, S. M., Fough, N., Sellami, N., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). Modeling and Simulation of Heterojunction Solar Cell; Determination of Optimal Values. In NEWCAS 2023: Conference Proceedings. https://doi.org/10.1109/newcas57931.2023.10198061

A heterojunction solar cell of ZnSe/ZnO/CIGS/Si structure has been simulated in order to determine the optimal values. The performed modeling and Simulation is used to get an idea and identify the optimal values that can be use in the manufacturing p... Read More about Modeling and Simulation of Heterojunction Solar Cell; Determination of Optimal Values.

A Study on the Correlation Between Hand Grip and Age Using Statistical and Machine Learning Analysis (2023)
Journal Article
Usman, S., Rusli, F. '., Bani, N. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). A Study on the Correlation Between Hand Grip and Age Using Statistical and Machine Learning Analysis. International Journal of Integrated Engineering, 15(3), 84-93. h

Handgrip strength (HGS) is an easy-to-use instrument for monitoring people's health status. Numerous researchers in many countries have done a study on handgrip disease or demographic data. This study focused on classifying aged groups referring... Read More about A Study on the Correlation Between Hand Grip and Age Using Statistical and Machine Learning Analysis.

Evaluation of Partial Discharge Signal Propagation Using Finite Element Method in Power Transformer (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abd Jalil, M. A., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Rosmi, A. S., Mas'ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Ananda-Rao, K. (2023, August). Evaluation of Partial Discharge Signal Propagation Using Finite Element Method in Power Transformer. Presented at AIRoSIP'23: 2023 Int

Partial discharge (PD) is a phenomenon that can occur in power transformers which can lead to the degradation of the insulation system that resulting the failure of the power transformer. The power transformer uses oil as its insulation medium. An ac... Read More about Evaluation of Partial Discharge Signal Propagation Using Finite Element Method in Power Transformer.

FEA-Based Simulation of Accelerated Ageing in a Power Cable Due to Sustained Partial Discharge Activities in a Spherical Cavity (2023)
Journal Article
Musa, U., Mati, A. A., Mas’ud, A. A., Shehu, G. S., Rodríguez-Serna, J. M., Al-Shammari, S. J., …Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). FEA-Based Simulation of Accelerated Ageing in a Power Cable Due to Sustained Partial Discharge Activities in a Spherical Cavit

The reliability of electrical assets is greatly influenced by the quality of their insulations. Key power installations such as power cables are manufactured with polymer-based materials as part of their insulation system. However, accelerated ageing... Read More about FEA-Based Simulation of Accelerated Ageing in a Power Cable Due to Sustained Partial Discharge Activities in a Spherical Cavity.

Tahap Kesedaran Alam Sekitar Terhadap Kesihatan dan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Terengganu, Malaysia (2023)
Book Chapter
Azha, Y. Z., Kamarudin, M. K. A., Toriman, M. E., Azinuddin, M., Mohd Saudi, A. S., Hoe, L. I., Muhammad Sukki, F., Tun Ismail, W. N. A., & Awang Noh, N. (2023). Tahap Kesedaran Alam Sekitar Terhadap Kesihatan dan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Terengganu, M

Alam sekitar adalah aset utama bagi semua kehidupan di bumi, terutamanya dalam kehidupan seharian manusia untuk mencapai kefungsian sosial mereka. Masyarakat hendaklah bertanggungjawab untuk menjaga alam sekitar dengan baik demi menjamin kesejahteraa... Read More about Tahap Kesedaran Alam Sekitar Terhadap Kesihatan dan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Terengganu, Malaysia.

Dynamic Insulation Systems to Control Airborne Transmission of Viruses in Classrooms: A Review of 'Airhouse' Concept (2023)
Journal Article
Firrdhaus Mohd-Sahabuddin, M., Dahlan, A. S., Jamil, A. M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). Dynamic Insulation Systems to Control Airborne Transmission of Viruses in Classrooms: A Review of 'Airhouse' Concept. Jurnal Kejuruteraan, 35(3), 567-576. https://doi

The discovery of the Covid-19 virus in China at the end of 2019 has drastically altered the global landscape. The virus, which has now become a pandemic, has wrought devastation on the world, infecting over 500 million people and killing over 6 milli... Read More about Dynamic Insulation Systems to Control Airborne Transmission of Viruses in Classrooms: A Review of 'Airhouse' Concept.

Use of Deep Geothermal Energy to Supply Hot Water to a Village in Scotland (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Penman, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Hawa Abu-Bakar, S., Bani, N. A., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2023, July). Use of Deep Geothermal Energy to Supply Hot Water to a Village in Scotland. Presented at World Renewable Energy Congress XXII (WREC2023), Kuala Lumpur Conventio

This paper explores the possibility of utilising geothermal energy in an existing district heat network in the Aberdeenshire village of Ban-chory to provide hot water by the creation of a hypothetical geothermal well. It considers a simulated deep ge... Read More about Use of Deep Geothermal Energy to Supply Hot Water to a Village in Scotland.

Towards A Better and Sustainable Tomorrow: The Importance of Regulatory Framework and Reform (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Munir, A. B., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2023, May). Towards A Better and Sustainable Tomorrow: The Importance of Regulatory Framework and Reform. Paper presented at 9th Annual International Academic Conference, Kuwait International Law School (KILAW), Kuwait

Sustainability has many different definitions, but its essence was articulated by the Brundtland Commission tasked by the UN to formulate a global agenda for change: “Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without... Read More about Towards A Better and Sustainable Tomorrow: The Importance of Regulatory Framework and Reform.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Nuclear Power Plants: Who Is Liable When AI Fails to Perform (2023)
Book Chapter
Karim, R., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2023). Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Nuclear Power Plants: Who Is Liable When AI Fails to Perform. In F. Taghizadeh-Hesary, & D. Zhang (Eds.), The Handbook of Energy Policy (587-607). Springer. https://doi.org/10.100

The sheer magnitude of process parameters and interactions between the systems in a nuclear power plant’s operation poses complications for operators. The operations became more challenging, especially during emergencies. Any recovery from an emergen... Read More about Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Nuclear Power Plants: Who Is Liable When AI Fails to Perform.

The Impact of Cavity Size on Electric Field Distribution and PD Inception Voltage in Epoxy-resin Insulation (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Aliyu, B. D., Rohani, M. N. K. H., Musa, U., Jibril, Y., Sulaiman, S. H., Mas'ud, A. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). The Impact of Cavity Size on Electric Field Distribution and PD Inception Voltage in Epoxy-resin Insulation. In 2023 IEEE 3rd Internatio

Cavities in insulation systems of active high voltage (HV) equipment affect their performance, reliability and useful life periods. Cavities serves as flash points for enhanced field activity leading to ageing from partial discharge (PD) events and s... Read More about The Impact of Cavity Size on Electric Field Distribution and PD Inception Voltage in Epoxy-resin Insulation.

Modelling Electroluminescence Emission in Polymeric Material Using Dimensional Analysis Method (2023)
Journal Article
Bani, N. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Mas’ud, A. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Rahmat, M. K., …Agyeman, M. O. (2023). Modelling Electroluminescence Emission in Polymeric Material Using Dimensional Analysis Method. Energies, 16(7), Article 326

The Electroluminescence (EL) technique has garnered significant interest over time for its reliable outcomes that enrich our understanding of the onset of electrical degradation in polymeric material. There is growing interest in combining both the E... Read More about Modelling Electroluminescence Emission in Polymeric Material Using Dimensional Analysis Method.

Developing an IoT Framework for Industry 4.0 in Malaysian SMEs: An Analysis of Current Status, Practices, and Challenges (2023)
Journal Article
Abdulaziz, Q. A., Mad Kaidi, H., Masrom, M., Hamzah, H. S., Sarip, S., Dziyauddin, R. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). Developing an IoT Framework for Industry 4.0 in Malaysian SMEs: An Analysis of Current Status, Practices, and Challenges. Applied Scienc

This qualitative study aimed to explore the current status, practices, and challenges of Internet of Things (IoT) implementation and to develop an IoT framework for Industry 4.0 in Malaysia. Industry 4.0 enhances a company’s manufacturing competitive... Read More about Developing an IoT Framework for Industry 4.0 in Malaysian SMEs: An Analysis of Current Status, Practices, and Challenges.

Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Saharudin, M., Ayub, A., Hasbi, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Shyha, I., & Inam, F. (in press). Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities. In Composite Sciences and Technology International Conference 2022 (COMSAT2022). https

MXene composites have emerged as a promising class of materials due to their exceptional properties and versatility in various applications. In recent years, researchers have made significant progress in the development and characterization of MXene... Read More about Recent advances in MXene composites research, applications and opportunities.

Vital Conditions to Remove Pollutants from Synthetic Wastewater Using Malaysian Ganoderma lucidum (2023)
Journal Article
Mooralitharan, S., Mohd Hanafiah, Z., Abd Manan, T. S. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Wan-Mohtar, W. A. A. Q. I., & Wan Mohtar, W. H. M. (2023). Vital Conditions to Remove Pollutants from Synthetic Wastewater Using Malaysian Ganoderma lucidum. Sustainability, 15

Mycoremediation, a fungal-based technology, has seen tremendous growth as an effective alternative to treat industrial wastewater due to its ability to oxidise pollutant loadings. Considering the non-toxic properties and high potential degradation pe... Read More about Vital Conditions to Remove Pollutants from Synthetic Wastewater Using Malaysian Ganoderma lucidum.

GB2609450 - Borehole water pump (2023)
Patent
Azeem Islam, A. U., Njuguna, J., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2023). GB2609450 - Borehole water pump. GB2609450A

A water pump system for use in borehole, the pump system comprising a pumping chamber or cylinder having piston configured to reciprocate in a direction substantially perpendicular to the borehole axis. The piston may be elongate having a major dimen... Read More about GB2609450 - Borehole water pump.

Radial piezoelectric magnetic fans (RPMF) mathematical model development and design optimization for electronics cooling (2023)
Journal Article
Abdul Razak, F., Ahmad, R., Sarip, S., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2023). Radial piezoelectric magnetic fans (RPMF) mathematical model development and design optimization for electronics cooling. Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 39, Article 101689. htt

Nowadays, almost everything was run by electronic-based devices regardless of its size and applications, functioning for kids to adults and operating throughout the days and nights. It is critical to manage the electronic thermal management to sustai... Read More about Radial piezoelectric magnetic fans (RPMF) mathematical model development and design optimization for electronics cooling.

A Joint Optimization Algorithm for Renewable Energy System (2023)
Journal Article
Khan, I., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Mas'ud, A. A., Alshammari, S. J., & Madsen, D. Ø. (2023). A Joint Optimization Algorithm for Renewable Energy System. Intelligent Automation and Soft Computing, 36(2), 1979-1989. https://doi.org/10.32604/i

Energy sustainability is a hot topic in both scientific and political circles. To date, two alternative approaches to this issue are being taken. Some people believe that increasing power consumption is necessary for countries' economic and social pr... Read More about A Joint Optimization Algorithm for Renewable Energy System.

Enhancing the appearance of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) through the application of Traditional Symbols: A Case Study (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2022). Enhancing the appearance of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) through the application of Traditional Symbols: A Case Study. In AIP Conference Proceedings. https://doi.org/10.106

Over the past years, advanced renewable technologies such as Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) has transformed to become more efficient, reliable, less costly and attractive. A migration to Net-Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) and push for Green B... Read More about Enhancing the appearance of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) through the application of Traditional Symbols: A Case Study.

Decarbonising the Transport Industry (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2022, November). Decarbonising the Transport Industry. Presented at Research Seminar, Edinburgh Napier University

The electric vehicles (EVs) sales in Scotland increased by 97% in 2020, but Scotland still lags behinds when compared to other locations in the UK. One of the reasons for the slow rollout is limited charging infrastructure to power the EVs especially... Read More about Decarbonising the Transport Industry.

Assessment of Ambient Air Quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Mohd Saudi, A., Abdullah, A., Shafii, N., Khairuddin, M., Ismail, M., Mejía, P., …Bani, N. (2022, November). Assessment of Ambient Air Quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia. Presented at The 3rd International Conference on Medical Science

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues in the world. The district of Hulu Langat, bordering the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, is the focus area of the surrounding population. The district experienced a decline in air quality i... Read More about Assessment of Ambient Air Quality in Hulu Langat District, Selangor, Malaysia.

Roles of Medicinal Mushrooms as Natural Food Dyes and Dye-Sensitised Solar Cells (DSSC): Synergy of Zero Hunger and Affordable Energy for Sustainable Development (2022)
Journal Article
Ahmad, N., Vunduk, J., Klaus, A., Dahlan, N. Y., Ghosh, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., …Wan-Mohtar, W. A. A. Q. I. (2022). Roles of Medicinal Mushrooms as Natural Food Dyes and Dye-Sensitised Solar Cells (DSSC): Synergy of Zero Hunger and Affordable Energy for

In 2015, approximately 195 countries agreed with the United Nations that by 2030, they would work to make the world a better place. There would be synergies in accomplishing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Synergy using a single sustaina... Read More about Roles of Medicinal Mushrooms as Natural Food Dyes and Dye-Sensitised Solar Cells (DSSC): Synergy of Zero Hunger and Affordable Energy for Sustainable Development.

Editorial and Career Development (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2022, October). Editorial and Career Development. Presented at 29th IEEE International Conference on Electronics Circuits and Systems (ICECS2022), University of Strathclyde, Glasgow

Development of Predictive Maintenance System for Haemodialysis Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., Noordin, M. K., Hidayat, A. A., Kamil, A. S. A., Amran, M. E., Kasri, N. F., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2022, July). Development of Predictive Maintenance System for Haemodialysis Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System. Pr

Predictive maintenance utilizes a variety of data analytics and statistical techniques to predict possible device or equipment failures and provide suggestions on maintenance strategy according to the results of predictive analytics. This paper prese... Read More about Development of Predictive Maintenance System for Haemodialysis Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System.

An Experimental Study on the Effect of Methane Potent Biogas Mixture on Gas Permeation Mechanism (2022)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Hashim, I., Ramalan, M., Ogoun, E., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Giwa, A., & Gobina, E. (2022, June). An Experimental Study on the Effect of Methane Potent Biogas Mixture on Gas Permeation Mechanism. Presented at TechConnect World Innovation Conferen

This study focuses on the use of composite alumina membranes for the separation of carbon dioxide from methane. The technique can be applied to pre, post and oxy-combustion operations in industry and would be particularly useful in mitigating the eff... Read More about An Experimental Study on the Effect of Methane Potent Biogas Mixture on Gas Permeation Mechanism.

Thermal Spray Coatings for Electromagnetic Wave Absorption and Interference Shielding: A Review and Future Challenges (2022)
Journal Article
Faisal, N. H., Ahmed, R., Sellami, N., Prathuru, A., Njuguna, J., Venturi, F., …Kamnis, S. (2022). Thermal Spray Coatings for Electromagnetic Wave Absorption and Interference Shielding: A Review and Future Challenges. Advanced engineering materials, 24(

This review paper aims to consolidate scattered literature on thermally sprayed coatings with non-ionising electromagnetic (EM) wave absorption and shielding over specific wavelengths potentially useful in diverse applications (e.g., microwave to mil... Read More about Thermal Spray Coatings for Electromagnetic Wave Absorption and Interference Shielding: A Review and Future Challenges.

Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality in Densely Populated Areas: Case Studies of High-Rise Social Housing in Kuala Lumpur (2022)
Journal Article
Firrdhaus Mohd Sahabuddin, M., Aminuddin, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Shukri, S. M. (2022). Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality in Densely Populated Areas: Case Studies of High-Rise Social Housing in Kuala Lumpur. Pertanika Journal of Science & Technology, 30(2)

Air pollution is one factor that contributes to serious health issues in developing countries. The Malaysian Environmental Department has measured that particulate matter in urban areas is significantly higher than other parts of the country. Thus, t... Read More about Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality in Densely Populated Areas: Case Studies of High-Rise Social Housing in Kuala Lumpur.

Eye-Tracking Assistive Technologies for Individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (2022)
Journal Article
Edughele, H. O., Zhang, Y., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Vien, Q., Morris-Cafiero, H., & Opoku Agyeman, M. (2022). Eye-Tracking Assistive Technologies for Individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. IEEE Access, 10, 41938-41958. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as ALS, is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, resulting in the loss of muscle control. For individuals with ALS, where mobility is limited to the move... Read More about Eye-Tracking Assistive Technologies for Individuals with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

A Study of Zero Bid Wind Farm for Future Scotland’s Energy Demands—A New Approach (2022)
Journal Article
Stoddart, C., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Anderson, M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Ayub, A. S., Mohd Sahabuddin, M. F., …Zulkipli, M. (2022). A Study of Zero Bid Wind Farm for Future Scotland’s Energy Demands—A New Approach. Applied Sciences, 12(7), Article 3326. h

Offshore wind is in a rapid transitional phase, pushed worldwide by efforts of those to reduce climate change. Wind power is becoming a commercialised, unsubsidised competitive form of low carbon generation of renewable energy. Marketplaces reflect t... Read More about A Study of Zero Bid Wind Farm for Future Scotland’s Energy Demands—A New Approach.

Oscillating Water Column Geometrical Factors and System Performance: A Review (2022)
Journal Article
Yacob, D. H., Sarip, S., Kaidi, H. M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2022). Oscillating Water Column Geometrical Factors and System Performance: A Review. IEEE Access, 10, 32104-32122. https://doi.org/10.1109/access.2022.3160713

Ocean waves that impact along the coast are among the most promising renewable energy sources that can be extracted from the environment. The ocean’s energy can be extracted by a few methods and converted from kinetic energy into electrical energy us... Read More about Oscillating Water Column Geometrical Factors and System Performance: A Review.

Public-Private Partnership in Ghana's Solar Energy Industry: The History, Current State, Challenges, Prospects and Theoretical Perspective (2022)
Journal Article
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2022). Public-Private Partnership in Ghana's Solar Energy Industry: The History, Current State, Challenges, Prospects and Theoretical Perspective. Energy nexus: water, food and power, 6, Artic

Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) have been used as a viable tool to accelerate infrastructural development in many countries. In recent years, the repercussions of climate change have heightened the need to adopt cleaner energy sources such as sola... Read More about Public-Private Partnership in Ghana's Solar Energy Industry: The History, Current State, Challenges, Prospects and Theoretical Perspective.

A CFD Analysis for Novel Close-Ended Deflector for Vertical Water Turbines (2022)
Journal Article
Al-quraishi, M. B. Z. Y., Sarip, S., Mad Kaidi, H., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2022). A CFD Analysis for Novel Close-Ended Deflector for Vertical Water Turbines. Sustainability, 14(5), Article 2790. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14052790

The effects of climate change are growing more and more evident, and this is caused by the increase in CO2 emissions. Fossil fuel exhaustion and the need for electricity in remote areas have encouraged researchers to advance and develop the renewable... Read More about A CFD Analysis for Novel Close-Ended Deflector for Vertical Water Turbines.

Optical Element (2022)
Patent
Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Muhammad Sukki, F., McMeekin, S., & Stewart, B. (2022). Optical Element. EP2795388B1

The present invention relates to an optical element, such as a concentrator lens for a system using solar energy. The present invention also relates to associated methods of generating and producing an optical element and/or solar collection or energ... Read More about Optical Element.

Mass Transfer Characteristics through Alumina Membranes with Different Pores Sizes and Porosity (2022)
Journal Article
Ogunlude, P., Abunomah, O., Hashim, I., Aisueni, F., Ogoun, E., Antwi, S., …Gobina, E. (2022). Mass Transfer Characteristics through Alumina Membranes with Different Pores Sizes and Porosity. International Journal on Engineering, Science and Technology,

Different membranes covering the macroporous to nano-pororous range and having different porosities have been used to study the mass transfer of methane and carbon dioxide single gases. The effect of flow parameters on the transport mechanisms throug... Read More about Mass Transfer Characteristics through Alumina Membranes with Different Pores Sizes and Porosity.

Predicting CO2 and CH4 Transport in Landfill Gas Using Porous Inorganic Membranes Operated in The Darcy Regime (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Gobina, E., Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Giwa, A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2021). Predicting CO2 and CH4 Transport in Landfill Gas Using Porous Inorganic Membranes Operated in The Darcy Regime. In International Congress on Scientific Advances (ICONSAD’21)

The present work is focusing on the utilization of previously fabricated membrane to study the effect of pressure drop and temperature on permeability. Mass transfer considerations were used under previously optimized conditions. Subsequently, gas pe... Read More about Predicting CO2 and CH4 Transport in Landfill Gas Using Porous Inorganic Membranes Operated in The Darcy Regime.

A Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2021, August). A Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes. Presented at 8th International Conference & Exhibition on Advanced & Nano Material

Greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) and their effects have been a matter of global concern over the past decade. With growing energy demands to support developing economies, there has been a challenge of harnessing and utilizing sustainable forms of ener... Read More about A Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes.

Promoting the Solar Industry in Ghana through Effective Public-Private Partnership (PPP): Some Lessons from South Africa and Morocco (2021)
Journal Article
Amo Awuku, S., Bennadji, A., Muhammad Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2022). Promoting the Solar Industry in Ghana through Effective Public-Private Partnership (PPP): Some Lessons from South Africa and Morocco. Energies, 15(1), Article 17. https://doi.org/10.33

Over the past decades, solar energy has gained much attention in Ghana, especially after the 2012–2016 power crisis. The government through Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) has attempted to increase the shares of solar generation to augment its eff... Read More about Promoting the Solar Industry in Ghana through Effective Public-Private Partnership (PPP): Some Lessons from South Africa and Morocco.

Embodied Energy and Cost Assessments of a Concentrating Photovoltaic Module (2021)
Journal Article
Freier Raine, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Jafry, T., & Gamio, C. (2021). Embodied Energy and Cost Assessments of a Concentrating Photovoltaic Module. Sustainability, 13(24), Article 13916. https://doi.org/10.3390/su1324

This paper focuses on the embodied energy and cost assessments of a static concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) module in comparison to the flat photovoltaic (PV) module. The CPV module employs a specific concentrator design from the Genetically Optimise... Read More about Embodied Energy and Cost Assessments of a Concentrating Photovoltaic Module.

Use of Solar Technology to Improve the Rural Community (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2021, December). Use of Solar Technology to Improve the Rural Community. Presented at Webinar Series: Social Work and Development, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Terengganu, Malaysia

A blend of Traditional Visual Symbols in BIPV application; any Prospects? (2021)
Journal Article
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2021). A blend of Traditional Visual Symbols in BIPV application; any Prospects?. Academia Letters, https://doi.org/10.20935/AL4029

Traditional Visual symbols are of great relevance, especially within the architectural space. Buildings may adopt symbols to depict culture, iconicity or identity. The quest to meet sustainable building targets and avert the looming effects of climat... Read More about A blend of Traditional Visual Symbols in BIPV application; any Prospects?.

Mass Transfer Characteristics Through Alumina Membranes With Different Pores Sizes And Porosity (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Hashim, I., Aisueni, F., Ogoun, E., Antwi, S., …Gobina, E. (2021, November). Mass Transfer Characteristics Through Alumina Membranes With Different Pores Sizes And Porosity. Paper presented at International Conference on Stud

Different membranes covering the macroporous to nano-pororous range and having different porosities have been used to study the mass transfer of methane and carbon dioxide single gases. The effect of flow parameters on the transport mechanisms throug... Read More about Mass Transfer Characteristics Through Alumina Membranes With Different Pores Sizes And Porosity.

Myth or Gold? The Power of Aesthetics in the adoption of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs) (2021)
Journal Article
Awuku, S. A., Bennadji, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2021). Myth or Gold? The Power of Aesthetics in the adoption of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs). Energy nexus: water, food and power, 4, Article 100021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nex

BIPV has gained a lot of attention in the solar world especially in recent times as the push for Net Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB) and concerns about landscape aesthetics increases. Aesthetics plays a critical role in the adoption of BIPVs as i... Read More about Myth or Gold? The Power of Aesthetics in the adoption of Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPVs).

Identification of Health and Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review (2021)
Journal Article
Abdul Razak, N., Ejohwomu, O., Fenn, P., Okedara, K., Dosumu, B., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2021). Identification of Health and Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review. Energies, 14(21), Article

Selecting an appropriate contractor is a crucial phase that clients normally conduct to execute projects. Extensive research has been conducted on the main contractor selection criteria such as financial stability and technical and management capabil... Read More about Identification of Health and Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review.

Static concentrating photovoltaic modelling using MATLAB (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Farooq, H., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Sellami, N., Kilpatrick, C., …Zulkipli, M. (2021). Static concentrating photovoltaic modelling using MATLAB. . https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/2053/1/012003

The world has recorded an increasing interest and staggering investment in renewable technology in the last two decades, specifically in solar photovoltaic (PV). Concentrating PV (CPV) is one of PV's technology advancements and is gaining popularity... Read More about Static concentrating photovoltaic modelling using MATLAB.

A Study of Gas Transport Mechanisms for CH4/CO2 Using Ceramic Membranes (2021)
Journal Article
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2021). A Study of Gas Transport Mechanisms for CH4/CO2 Using Ceramic Membranes. Crystals, 11(10), Article 1224. https://doi.org/10.3390/cryst11101224

Greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) and their effects have been a matter of global concern over the past decade. As the demand for energy grows in developing economies, there has been a challenge in harnessing and utilising sustainable forms of energy to... Read More about A Study of Gas Transport Mechanisms for CH4/CO2 Using Ceramic Membranes.

Perception of Drone Application and Practicality among Environmental, Health and Safety Practitioners at Building Construction Sites in Malaysia (2021)
Journal Article
Maha Yudden, M. K. A., Mohd Saudi, A. S., Mahmud, M. M., Ali, F., Shafii, N. Z., Zakri, L., …Ali, M. H. (2021). Perception of Drone Application and Practicality among Environmental, Health and Safety Practitioners at Building Construction Sites in Mala

Safety management in the construction sector is still lagging in terms of technological involvement. A new drone application was proposed as a new inspection tool for a small-scale aerial drone that will give advantages to Environmental, Health and S... Read More about Perception of Drone Application and Practicality among Environmental, Health and Safety Practitioners at Building Construction Sites in Malaysia.

Indoor Characterisation of a Reverse Truncated Pyramid Concentrator (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Osikibo Tamuno-Ibuomi, L., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Hawa Abu-Bakar, S., Bani, N. A., …Sellami, N. (2021). Indoor Characterisation of a Reverse Truncated Pyramid Concentrator. In 48th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conf

The development of concentrating photovoltaic (PV) started in 1960s and over the years, a variety of concentrator designs have been explored. One of its applications is for use in building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) with the aim of producing a ch... Read More about Indoor Characterisation of a Reverse Truncated Pyramid Concentrator.

Testing Membranes for Separation of CO2 from Small Molecules in Landfill Gas (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2021, August). Testing Membranes for Separation of CO2 from Small Molecules in Landfill Gas. Presented at TUBA World Conference on Energy Science and Technology (TUBA WCEST-2021), Online

The present work is focusing on the utilization of previously fabricated membrane (synthesized in 3 days as reported in our previous work) to study the effect of hydrocarbons and its durability at the previously optimized conditions. Subsequently, ga... Read More about Testing Membranes for Separation of CO2 from Small Molecules in Landfill Gas.

Large-scale manufacturing route to metamaterial coatings using thermal spray techniques and their response to solar radiation (2021)
Journal Article
Faisal, N. H., Sellami, N., Venturi, F., Hussain, T., Mallick, T., Muhammad-Sukki, F., …Goel, S. (2021). Large-scale manufacturing route to metamaterial coatings using thermal spray techniques and their response to solar radiation. Emergent Materials, 4

Metamaterials, an artificial periodic two-or three-dimensional configuration can change propagation characteristics of electromagnetic waves (i.e., reflection, transmission, absorption). The current challenges in the field of metamaterial coatings ar... Read More about Large-scale manufacturing route to metamaterial coatings using thermal spray techniques and their response to solar radiation.

Utilizing SWOT Analysis for the Energy Research: A Methodological Overview (2021)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Karim, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., & Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2021, June). Utilizing SWOT Analysis for the Energy Research: A Methodological Overview. Paper presented at 1st International Conference of Advanced Research on Renewable Energy for

This paper is an attempt to guide the future researchers who want to utilize the SWOT as a method to understand a particular energy industry of a country. This study is the pioneer in the domain of SWOT analysis in the energy research, as it strategi... Read More about Utilizing SWOT Analysis for the Energy Research: A Methodological Overview.

Current status and possible future applications of marine current energy devices in Malaysia: A review (2021)
Journal Article
Kai, L. Y., Sarip, S., Kaidi, H. M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Samsuddin, N. M., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., …Aziz, S. A. (2021). Current status and possible future applications of marine current energy devices in Malaysia: A review. IEEE Access, 9, 86869-86888. htt

Malaysia has a great potential to harness energy in water due to its long coastline within the South China Sea and the Straits of Malacca. Malaysia’s energy mix could be improved using marine current energy devices (MCEDs) to replace fossil fuel and... Read More about Current status and possible future applications of marine current energy devices in Malaysia: A review.

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., …Bani, N. A. (2021). Application and Suitability of Polymeric Materials as Insulators in Electrical Equipment. Energies, 14(10), Article 2758. https://doi.org/1

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/10.101

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.

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., …Farooq, H. (2021). Mathematical Modelling of a Static Concentrating Photovoltaic: Simulation and Experimental Validation. Applied Sciences, 11(9), Article

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.

Application of the Gaussian Mixture Model to Classify Stages of Electrical Tree Growth in Epoxy Resin (2021)
Journal Article
Mas’ud, A. A., Sundaram, A., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Schurch, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2021). Application of the Gaussian Mixture Model to Classify Stages of Electrical Tree Growth in Epoxy Resin. Sensors, 21(7), Article 2562. https://doi.org/1

In high-voltage (HV) insulation, electrical trees are an important degradation phenomenon strongly linked to partial discharge (PD) activity. Their initiation and development have attracted the attention of the research community and better understan... Read More about Application of the Gaussian Mixture Model to Classify Stages of Electrical Tree Growth in Epoxy Resin.

A review of building integrated photovoltaic: case study of tropical climatic regions (2021)
Journal Article
Abdullahi, M. M., Abubakar Mas’ud, A., Abubakar Mas’ud, I., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Karim, R., …Wirba, A. V. (2021). A review of building integrated photovoltaic: case study of tropical climatic regions. International Journal of Power

The building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system have recently drawn interest and have demonstrated high potential to assist building owners supply both thermal and electrical loads. In this paper, the BIPV technology has been reviewed, in terms of... Read More about A review of building integrated photovoltaic: case study of tropical climatic regions.

Determinant Factors of Electricity Consumption for a Malaysian Household Based on a Field Survey (2021)
Journal Article
Sena, B., Zaki, S. A., Rijal, H. B., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Yusoff, N. M., Yakub, F., …Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2021). Determinant Factors of Electricity Consumption for a Malaysian Household Based on a Field Survey. Sustainability, 13(2), Article 818. https://d

Electricity-saving strategies are an essential solution to overcoming increasing global CO2 emission and electricity consumption problems; therefore, the determinant factors of electricity consumption in households need to be assessed. Most previous... Read More about Determinant Factors of Electricity Consumption for a Malaysian Household Based on a Field Survey.

Annual energy output simulation of an optical concentrator based PV system for energy security (2020)
Journal Article
Foster, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Freier, D., Deciga-Gusi, J., Abu-Bakar, S., …Ardila-Rey, J. (2020). Annual energy output simulation of an optical concentrator based PV system for energy security. IOP Conference Series: Materials Sci

Concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) system is an application of PV devices introduced with the aim of reducing the cost of BIPV systems through the use of an optical element to concentrate or focus the solar radiation from a large area, into a smaller a... Read More about Annual energy output simulation of an optical concentrator based PV system for energy security.

Indoor Characterization of Genetically Optimized Circular Rotational Square Hyperboloid (GOCRSH) Concentrator (2020)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Raine, C. F., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Jafry, T., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Gamio, C. (2020). Indoor Characterization of Genetically Optimized Circular Rotational Square Hyperboloid (GOCRSH) Concentrator. In 2020 47th IEEE Photovoltaic Special

This paper evaluates the performance of a genetically optimized circular rotational square hyperboloid (GOCRSH) concentrator for low-concentrating photovoltaic (PV) application. The experimental analysis of 4 types of GOCRSH namely the GOCRSH_A GOCRS... Read More about Indoor Characterization of Genetically Optimized Circular Rotational Square Hyperboloid (GOCRSH) Concentrator.

An Initial Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon Dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes (2020)
Journal Article
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Orakwe, I., Shehu, H., Muhammad- Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2022). An Initial Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon Dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes. Catalysis Today, 388-389, 87-91. https://doi.org/10.1016/

Supplement to the depleting energy resources and the stringent environmental laws regarding the atmospheric emissions of greenhouse gases, the development of clean and renewable sources of energy has been a great issue. Worldwide, energy usage is ste... Read More about An Initial Study of Biogas Upgrading to Bio-Methane with Carbon Dioxide Capture using Ceramic Membranes.

Separation Techniques of Partial Discharges and Electrical Noise Sources: A Review of Recent Progress (2020)
Journal Article
Ardila-Rey, J. A., Cerda-Luna, M. P., Rozas-Valderrama, R. A., de Castro, B. A., Andreoli, A. L., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Separation Techniques of Partial Discharges and Electrical Noise Sources: A Review of Recent Progress. IEEE Access, 8, 199449-19

Partial discharge (PD) monitoring is one of the most used tools for diagnosing the condition of electrical equipment and machines that operate normally at high voltage levels. Ideally, PD identification can be easily done if there is a single source... Read More about Separation Techniques of Partial Discharges and Electrical Noise Sources: A Review of Recent Progress.

Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review (2020)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Razak, N. A., Ejohwomu, O., Fenn, P., Okedara, K., Dosumu, B., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020, September). Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review. Paper presented at Association of Researchers i

Selecting an appropriate contractor is a crucial phase that clients normally conduct to execute projects. For the past few decades, various techniques have been proposed for contractor selection method; however, many decisions lean towards accepting... Read More about Safety Prequalification Criteria for Contractor Selection in Construction Projects: A Systematic Review.

Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio (2020)
Journal Article
Wen, T. Y., Bani, N. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mohd Aris, S. A. (2020). Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio. International Journal of Integrated Engineering, 12(6), 174-180. https://doi.org/10.30880/ijie.

Stress analysis by utilizing electroencephalography (EEG) device in conjunction with signal processing techniques has emerged as an important area of research and the efforts are being made on detecting and classifying stress level. Non-invasive EEG... Read More about Electroencephalogram (EEG) human stress level classification based on theta/beta ratio.

Upgrading biogas to a biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes (2020)
Journal Article
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Orakwe, I., Shehu, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2020). Upgrading biogas to a biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes. Detritus: Multidisciplinary journal for Waste Resources and Residues, 12, 73-77. http

In order to meet the demands of growing economies while considering environmental implications, the use of clean and renewable sources of energy has increasingly become of interest. Biogas utilisation is a means by which these rising needs can be met... Read More about Upgrading biogas to a biomethane by use of nano-structured ceramic membranes.

Life Cycle Assessment of a Rotationally Asymmetrical Compound Parabolic Concentrator (RACPC) (2020)
Journal Article
Zawadzki, P., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Bani, N. A., Abubakar Mas’ud, A., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Munir, A. B. (2020). Life Cycle Assessment of a Rotationally Asymmetrical Compound Parabolic Concentrator (RACPC). Sustainability, 12(11), Article

Integrating a concentrator into the building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) design has resulted in a new technology known as the building integrated concentrating photovoltaic (BICPV). The rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (RA... Read More about Life Cycle Assessment of a Rotationally Asymmetrical Compound Parabolic Concentrator (RACPC).

Renewable energy performance of the green buildings: key-enabler on useful consumption yield. (2020)
Journal Article
Amran, M. E., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Kamaruddin, S. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ayub, A. S., …Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2020). Renewable energy performance of the green buildings: key-enabler on useful consumption yield. IEEE Access, 8, 95747-9576

Malaysia’s Eleventh Plan started to encourage green building developments and green industries to stimulate green growth. Eventually, the Malaysian government had launched a new commitment to accelerate the green and efficient energy sector and revis... Read More about Renewable energy performance of the green buildings: key-enabler on useful consumption yield..

Assessment of the RACPC performance under diffuse radiation for use in BIPV system. (2020)
Journal Article
Foster, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Raine, D. F., Deciga-Gusi, J., Abu-Bakar, S. H., …Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2020). Assessment of the RACPC performance under diffuse radiation for use in BIPV system. Applied Sciences, 10(10), Article 3552.

In the last four decades there has been a significant increase in solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, which makes solar one of the most promising renewable energy sources. Following this trend, solar power would become the world’s largest source of ele... Read More about Assessment of the RACPC performance under diffuse radiation for use in BIPV system..

Electroencephalogram (EEG) Human Stress Level Classification based on Theta/Beta Ratio (2020)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Wen, T., Bani, N., Muhammad Sukki, F., & Mohd Aris, S. (2020, May). Electroencephalogram (EEG) Human Stress Level Classification based on Theta/Beta Ratio. Paper presented at 3rd International Conference on BioSignal Analysis, Processing and Systems (ICBA

Stress analysis by utilizing electroencephalography (EEG) device in conjunction with signal processing techniques has emerged as an important area of research and the efforts are being made on detecting and classifying stress level. Non-invasive EEG... Read More about Electroencephalogram (EEG) Human Stress Level Classification based on Theta/Beta Ratio.

Effects of Urban Morphology on Microclimate Parameters in an Urban University Campus (2020)
Journal Article
Zaki, S. A., Othman, N. E., Syahidah, S. W., Yakub, F., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ardila-Rey, J. A., …Saudi, A. S. M. (2020). Effects of Urban Morphology on Microclimate Parameters in an Urban University Campus. Sustainability, 12(7), Article 2962. https://do

This study investigated the effects of urban morphology on microclimate parameters in an urban university campus in Malaysia. Outdoor air temperatures (Tout) were recorded at eight different locations inside the campus for seven days. The study used... Read More about Effects of Urban Morphology on Microclimate Parameters in an Urban University Campus.

Design method of a compact static nonimaging concentrator for portable photovoltaics using parameterisation and numerical optimisation. (2020)
Journal Article
Freier Raine, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Jafry, T., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gamio, C. (2020). Design method of a compact static nonimaging concentrator for portable photovoltaics using parameterisation and numerical optimisation. Applied Energy, 266, Article

Portable solar chargers are one of the technologies that can help to achieve universal access to electricity by 2030. However, the large number of solar photovoltaic devices required and their short life-span make achieving this goal a resource and e... Read More about Design method of a compact static nonimaging concentrator for portable photovoltaics using parameterisation and numerical optimisation..

Lightning Protection Methods for Wind Turbine Blades: An Alternative Approach (2020)
Journal Article
Mucsi, V., Ayub, A. S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Zulkipli, M., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Mohd Saudi, A. S., & Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2020). Lightning Protection Methods for Wind Turbine Blades: An Alternative Approach. Applied Sciences, 10(6), Article 2130. https://do

Lightning strikes happens in a fraction of time, where they can transfer huge amounts of charge and high currents in a single strike. The chances for a structure to be struck by lightning increases as the height increases; thus, tall structures are m... Read More about Lightning Protection Methods for Wind Turbine Blades: An Alternative Approach.

AC Electrical Motor (2020)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2020, February). AC Electrical Motor. Presented at Teaching Presentation, Glasgow, UK

Artificial generation of partial discharge sources through an algorithm based on deep convolutional generative adversarial networks. (2020)
Journal Article
Ardila-Rey, J. A., Ortiz, J. E., Creixell, W., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2020). Artificial generation of partial discharge sources through an algorithm based on deep convolutional generative adversarial networks. IEEE Access, 8, 24561-24575. http

The measurement of partial discharges (PD) in electrical equipment or machines subjected to high voltage can be considered as one of the most important indicators when assessing the state of an insulation system. One of the main challenges in monitor... Read More about Artificial generation of partial discharge sources through an algorithm based on deep convolutional generative adversarial networks..

Effects of Roadside Trees and Road Orientation on Thermal Environment in a Tropical City (2020)
Journal Article
Zaki, S. A., Toh, H. J., Yakub, F., Saudi, A. S. M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Effects of Roadside Trees and Road Orientation on Thermal Environment in a Tropical City. Sustainability, 12(3), Article 1053. https://doi.org/10.3390/su1

Emerging tropical cities are experiencing rapid population growth and development, which can greatly affect the thermal environments. The effects of roadside trees and road orientation on the outdoor thermal environment were investigated on four diff... Read More about Effects of Roadside Trees and Road Orientation on Thermal Environment in a Tropical City.

Photovoltaic-integrated review and expansion need in green building landscape for bridging the Malaysian RE policy (2020)
Journal Article
Amran, M. E., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Bani, N. A., Rahaman, S. A. S. A., Yusoff, N. M., Azizul, M. H., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Photovoltaic-integrated review and expansion need in green building landscape for bridging the Malaysian RE policy. Indonesia

A literature review is presented specifically on the photovoltaic (PV) as a distributed generation (DG) integration approach and the extensiveness through renewable energy (RE) assessment criteria in current green building rating system (GBRS) to: de... Read More about Photovoltaic-integrated review and expansion need in green building landscape for bridging the Malaysian RE policy.

Risk Management Framework for Handling and Storage of Cargo at Major Ports in Malaysia towards Port Sustainability (2020)
Journal Article
Kadir, Z. A., Mohammad, R., Othman, N., Amrin, A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Risk Management Framework for Handling and Storage of Cargo at Major Ports in Malaysia towards Port Sustainability. Sustainability, 12(

Risk management provides an effective method for ensuring safety and preventing accidents towards achieving port sustainability. This article describes a study of the implementation of a risk management framework for handling of cargo at ports. To ac... Read More about Risk Management Framework for Handling and Storage of Cargo at Major Ports in Malaysia towards Port Sustainability.

Using Illustrations to Make Decisions on the Most Appropriate Qualitative Research Methodology: The Industry 4.0 Scenario (2020)
Journal Article
Janis, I., Alias, M., Zulkipli, M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Using Illustrations to Make Decisions on the Most Appropriate Qualitative Research Methodology: The Industry 4.0 Scenario. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 19, https://doi.org/1

Industry 4.0 is viewed as a complex scenario. This complex scenario could be interpreted using illustrations such as sketches or drawings. Ideally, sketches and drawings are useful in illustrating complexity and multiple abstracts from observed socia... Read More about Using Illustrations to Make Decisions on the Most Appropriate Qualitative Research Methodology: The Industry 4.0 Scenario.

Comparative evaluation of the effect of pore size and temperature on gas transport in nano-structured ceramic membranes for biogas upgrading (2019)
Journal Article
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Orakwe, I., Shehu, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2019). Comparative evaluation of the effect of pore size and temperature on gas transport in nano-structured ceramic membranes for biogas upgrading. WEENTECH Proceedings

As a result of rising economies and environmental constraints, the demand for clean and renewable sources of energy is fast increasing. Biogas is a renewable form of energy that fits all expectations in terms of delivery, cost, and greenhouse emissio... Read More about Comparative evaluation of the effect of pore size and temperature on gas transport in nano-structured ceramic membranes for biogas upgrading.

Optimal distributed generation in green building assessment towards line loss reduction for Malaysian public hospital (2019)
Journal Article
Amran, M. E., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Bani, N. A., Kaidi, H. M., Hassan, M. Z., Sarip, S., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2019). Optimal distributed generation in green building assessment towards line loss reduction for Malaysian public hospital. Buletin Teknik Ele

This paper presents an optimization approach for criteria setting of Renewable Distributed Generation (DG) in the Green Building Rating System (GBRS). In this study, the total line loss reduction is analyzed and set as the main objective function in... Read More about Optimal distributed generation in green building assessment towards line loss reduction for Malaysian public hospital.

Improved design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system (2019)
Journal Article
Darameičikas, M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Sellami, N., Bani, N. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., …Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2019). Improved design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system. International Journal of Power Electronics

With growing demand in renewable energy, solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is becoming more popular. A number of research has been carried out to increase the efficiency of the PV system. One of them is improving the Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS... Read More about Improved design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system.

Potential of floating solar technology in Malaysia (2019)
Journal Article
Jamalludin, M. A. S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramlee, F., Munir, A. B., Bani, N. A., …Sellami, N. (2019). Potential of floating solar technology in Malaysia. International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems, 10(3), 1638-1644. h

Solar energy is a natural source of energy and is tremendously abundant. The concept of floating solar is to fulfil and to support the existing energy supply in order to enhance the human life. The floating solar exploits the massive availability of... Read More about Potential of floating solar technology in Malaysia.

Development of a control system for a domestic grid-connected wind turbine (2019)
Journal Article
Adamson, M. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Aziz, N. F. A., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Sellami, N., Iyi, D., …Yasin, S. H. M. (2019). Development of a control system for a domestic grid-connected wind turbine. Journal of Computational and Theoretical Nanoscience, 16(5-6

In the United Kingdom (UK), homeowners who install grid connected renewable energy sources receive a threefold benefit. They can use the electricity generated by the source, they enjoy reduced household bills and they can also receive Feed-in Tariff... Read More about Development of a control system for a domestic grid-connected wind turbine.

Design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Darameičikas, M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Sellami, N., Bani, N. A., Mas’ud, A. A., & Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2019). Design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1174, https://doi.

This study looks at buck type switch mode power supplies (SMPS) suitability in residential solar photovoltaic (PV) applications, of which several factors affecting the desired output response are identified. The main objective of the study is to desi... Read More about Design of a DC-DC converter in residential solar photovoltaic system.

The open air electrical-field activated sintering and forming of micro components (2019)
Book Chapter
Zulkipli, M., Qin, Y., Yang, Y., Shaari, M. F., Ayub, A. S., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2019). The open air electrical-field activated sintering and forming of micro components. In T. N. H. B. T. Ismail, A. H. A. Rashid, M. N. Roslan, N. H. H. Hairom, F. H. M.

As the demand for the miniature products has increased significantly, so also has the need for these products to be produced in a rapid, flexible and cost-efficient manner. The application of electroplasticity shows significant potential to produce t... Read More about The open air electrical-field activated sintering and forming of micro components.

Harvesting sustainable energy from saltwater, part II: effect of electrode geometry (2019)
Journal Article
Bani, N., Mad Kaidi, H., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Mohamed Rashidi, A. H., Hassan, M. Z., Sarip, S., …Ardilla-Rey, J. (2019). Harvesting sustainable energy from saltwater, part II: effect of electrode geometry. TEST Engineering and Management, 81(11-12), 57

Green energy or renewable energy is a widely and commonly used terminology when depicting the energy generated from natural resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass and hydropower. One energy resource, in particular, has yet to unleash its... Read More about Harvesting sustainable energy from saltwater, part II: effect of electrode geometry.

Performance Evaluation of Unconcentrated Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Generator Hybrid System under Tropical Climate (2019)
Journal Article
Bani, N. A., Mohd Shatar, N., Rahman, M. A. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Shaikh Salim, S. A. Z., Singh, B., …Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2019). Performance Evaluation of Unconcentrated Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Generator Hybrid System under Tropical Climate. Sust

Indoor farming is among the approaches which can be adapted to improve agricultural sustainability and ensure the food security of countries. However, adopting indoor farming requires a high amount of energy to sustain the system. Incorporating a ren... Read More about Performance Evaluation of Unconcentrated Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Generator Hybrid System under Tropical Climate.

Renewable energy for sustainable growth and development: an evaluation of law and policy of Bangladesh (2019)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Karim, R., Islam, M. T., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Bani, N. A., & Muhtazaruddin, M. N. (2019). Renewable energy for sustainable growth and development: an evaluation of law and policy of Bangladesh. Sustainability, 11(20), Article 5774. https://do

Bangladesh’s constant growth with an annual 6% plus Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for more than the last two decades and achievements in other socio-economic metrics in recent times is impressive and recognized by various global authoritative bodies.... Read More about Renewable energy for sustainable growth and development: an evaluation of law and policy of Bangladesh.

Solar Energy: Static Solar Concentrators (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F., & Sellami, N. (2019, October). Solar Energy: Static Solar Concentrators. Presented at Energy Transition Institute's Lunch and Learn, Aberdeen, UK

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Optimizing the mercerisation effect on the mode I fracture toughness of Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo using surface response method (2019)
Book Chapter
Hassan, M. Z., Roslan, S. A., Rasid, Z. A., Yusoff, M. Z. M., Sapuan, S. M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2019). Optimizing the mercerisation effect on the mode I fracture toughness of Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo using surface response method. In M. Mastura, & S. Sa

Alkaline treatment is widely being promoted to treat natural fibres and improves the fibre bundle surface for better interlocking with the polymer matrix. The aim of this study is to optimize the merceration parameter including natrium hydroxide (NaO... Read More about Optimizing the mercerisation effect on the mode I fracture toughness of Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo using surface response method.

Upgrading Biogas to Bio-methane by the Use of Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Orakwe, I., Shehu, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2019, September). Upgrading Biogas to Bio-methane by the Use of Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes. Paper presented at 17th International Waste Management and Landfill Sym

In order to meet the demands of growing economies while considering environmental implications, the use of clean and renewable sources of energy has increasingly become of interest. Biogas utilisation is a means by which these rising needs can be met... Read More about Upgrading Biogas to Bio-methane by the Use of Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes.

Mode I fracture toughness of optimized alkali-treated Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo by Box-Behnken design (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Roslan, S. A., Hassan, M. Z., Rasid, Z. A., Bani, N. A., Sarip, S., Daud, M. Y. M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2020). Mode I fracture toughness of optimized alkali-treated Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo by Box-Behnken design. In M. Awang, S. S. Emamian, & F. Yusof (E

Alkaline treatment is widely being used to treat natural fibres and it improves the fibre surface for better bonding with the polymer matrix. The aim of this study is to optimize the alkaline treatment variables that influence the strength of natural... Read More about Mode I fracture toughness of optimized alkali-treated Bambusa Vulgaris bamboo by Box-Behnken design.

Photovoltaic Expansion-Limit through a Net Energy Metering Scheme for Selected Malaysian Public Hospitals (2019)
Journal Article
Amran, M. E., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Bani, N. A., Ahmad Zaidi, T. Z., Kamaluddin, K. A., & Ardila-Rey, J. A. (2019). Photovoltaic Expansion-Limit through a Net Energy Metering Scheme for Selected Malaysian Public Hospitals. Sustainabili

This paper presents an optimization approach in determining the expansion-limit of Renewable Distributed Generation (DG) capacity through a Net Energy Metering (NEM) scheme specifically for selected Malaysian public hospitals. In this study, the tota... Read More about Photovoltaic Expansion-Limit through a Net Energy Metering Scheme for Selected Malaysian Public Hospitals.

Design of an absorptive reflective crossed CPC PV/T system (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Alamoudi, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Prabhu, R., & Sellami, N. (2019). Design of an absorptive reflective crossed CPC PV/T system. In 15th International Conference on Concentrator Photovoltaic Systems (CPV-15) (050001). https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5124186

Buildings make up 40% of the EU’s primary energy consumption and reducing this consumption through the use of building integrated concentrating photovoltaics (BICPV) is a potential solution to mitigate climate change. This study proposes an absorptiv... Read More about Design of an absorptive reflective crossed CPC PV/T system.

Comparative Evaluation of the Effect of Pore Size and Temperature on Gas Transport in Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes for Biogas Upgrading (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ogunlude, P., Abunumah, O., Orakwe, I., Shehu, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gobina, E. (2019, August). Comparative Evaluation of the Effect of Pore Size and Temperature on Gas Transport in Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes for Biogas Upgrading. Paper present

As a result of rising economies and environmental constraints, the demand for clean and renewable sources of energy is fast increasing. Biogas is a renewable form of energy that fits all expectations in terms of delivery, cost, and greenhouse emissio... Read More about Comparative Evaluation of the Effect of Pore Size and Temperature on Gas Transport in Nano-Structured Ceramic Membranes for Biogas Upgrading.

Life Cycle Assessment of a Static Concentrator (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Zawadzki, P., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S., Bani, N., Abubakar Mas’ud, A., Ardila-Rey, J., & Munir, A. (2019, July). Life Cycle Assessment of a Static Concentrator. Paper presented at 14th International Universiti Malaysia Terengganu Annual Symposi

In recent years, there has been a significant raise of concerns over global warming and its effect on the environment. This has led to an increased use of renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and various bio-energy. Despite all the technologi... Read More about Life Cycle Assessment of a Static Concentrator.

Photovoltaic-Integrated Review and Expansion Need in Green Building Landscape for Bridging the Malaysian RE Policy (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Amran, M., Muhtazaruddin, M., Bani, N., Syed Abd Rahaman, S., Md Yusoff, N., Azizul, M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2019, July). Photovoltaic-Integrated Review and Expansion Need in Green Building Landscape for Bridging the Malaysian RE Policy. Paper presented

A literature review is presented specifically on the photovoltaic (PV) as a distributed generation (DG) integration approach and the extensiveness through renewable energy (RE) assessment criteria in current green building rating system (GBRS) to: de... Read More about Photovoltaic-Integrated Review and Expansion Need in Green Building Landscape for Bridging the Malaysian RE Policy.

Performance Evaluation of the RACPC for BIPV System under Diffuse Radiation (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Foster, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Freier, D., Deciga-Gusi, J., Abu-Bakar, S., …Ardila-Rey, J. (2019, July). Performance Evaluation of the RACPC for BIPV System under Diffuse Radiation. Paper presented at 5th International Conference o

In the last four decades there has been a significant increase of solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, which makes solar one of the most promising renewable energy sources. Following this trend, solar power would become the world´s largest source of ele... Read More about Performance Evaluation of the RACPC for BIPV System under Diffuse Radiation.

Harvesting Sustainable Energy from Saltwater : Part II – Effect of Electrode Geometry (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N., Kaidi, H., Muhtazaruddin, M., Mohamed Rashidi, A., Hassan, M., Sarip, S., …Ardila-Rey, J. (2019, July). Harvesting Sustainable Energy from Saltwater : Part II – Effect of Electrode Geometry. Paper presented at 5th International Conference

Green energy or renewable energy is a widely and commonly used terminology when depicting the energy generated from natural resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biomass and hydropower. One energy resource, in particular, has yet to unleash its... Read More about Harvesting Sustainable Energy from Saltwater : Part II – Effect of Electrode Geometry.

Understanding, knowledge and perception of nanotechnology among private universities' students in Malaysia. (2019)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Akhter, S., Munir, A. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Hoque, K. E., Yasin, S. H. M., …Mas'ud, A. A. (2019). Understanding, knowledge and perception of nanotechnology among private universities' students in Malaysia. Journal of Advanced Research in

Modern day policy making demands to include citizens in the decision making process and this is crucial before the introduction of any emerging technology such as nanotechnology, the science and art of manipulating things at the atomic scale. Even th... Read More about Understanding, knowledge and perception of nanotechnology among private universities' students in Malaysia..

Using Static Concentrator Technology to Achieve Global Energy Goal (2019)
Journal Article
Alamoudi, A., Saaduddin, S. M., Munir, A. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Mohd Yasin, S. H., …Sellami, N. (2019). Using Static Concentrator Technology to Achieve Global Energy Goal. Sustainability, 11(11), Article 3056. https://doi.org/10.3390

Solar energy has demonstrated promising prospects in satisfying energy requirements, specifically through solar photovoltaic (PV) technology. Despite that, the cost of installation is deemed as the main hurdle to the widespread uptake of solar PV sys... Read More about Using Static Concentrator Technology to Achieve Global Energy Goal.

Change (Y)our Future: Clean Technology Research at RGU (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F., Sellami, N., & Ayub, A. (2019, May). Change (Y)our Future: Clean Technology Research at RGU. Presented at Oil Tech to Clean Tech Conference, Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Renewable Energy Research at Robert Gordon University (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ayub, A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2019, April). Renewable Energy Research at Robert Gordon University. Presented at Research Seminar, Petronas Research Sdn Bhd, Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia

RGU Update: Malaysia (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ayub, A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2019, April). RGU Update: Malaysia. Presented at Research Seminar, MABECS, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

RGU Update: Malaysia (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ayub, A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2019, April). RGU Update: Malaysia. Presented at Research Seminar, GEN Education Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Renewable Energy: Current Trends and Future Prospects (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ayub, A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2019, April). Renewable Energy: Current Trends and Future Prospects. Presented at Research Seminar, Universiti Kuala Lumpur BMI, Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Potential of Floating Solar Technology in Malaysia (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Jamaluddin, M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S., Ramlee, F., Munir, A., Bani, N., …Sellami, N. (2019, April). Potential of Floating Solar Technology in Malaysia. Paper presented at 2019 International Conference on Engineering and Computing (ICEEComp20

Improved Design of a DC-DC Converter in Residential Solar Photovoltaic System (2019)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Darameičikas, M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S., Sellami, N., Bani, N., Abubakar Mas’ud, A., & Ardila-Rey, J. (2019, April). Improved Design of a DC-DC Converter in Residential Solar Photovoltaic System. Paper presented at 2019 International Confer

With growing demand in renewable energy, solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is becoming more popular. A number of research has been carried out to increase the efficiency of the PV system. One of them is improving the Switch Mode Power Supplies (SMPS... Read More about Improved Design of a DC-DC Converter in Residential Solar Photovoltaic System.

A review of vibration detection methods using accelerometer sensors for water pipeline leakage (2019)
Journal Article
Ismail, M. I. M., Dziyauddin, R. A., Ahmad-Salleh, N. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Bani, N. A., Izhar, M. A. M., & Latiff, L. (2019). A review of vibration detection methods using accelerometer sensors for water pipeline leakage. IEEE Access, 7, 51965-51981. h

Water pipeline leakage detection is still an important issue, particularly for the development of smart cities. Thus, this paper reviews water pipeline leakage detection techniques, which can be classified into three different categories, namely soft... Read More about A review of vibration detection methods using accelerometer sensors for water pipeline leakage.

Design of solar powered charging backpack (2018)
Journal Article
Taverne, J., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ayub, A. S., Sellami, N., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Bani, N. A., …Iyi, D. (2018). Design of solar powered charging backpack. International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems, 9(2), 848-858. https://doi.org/10.11591/i

This paper demonstrated a step by step process in designing a solar powered charging backpack that is capable of charging a mobile phone efficiently. A selection of existing products available on the market were reviewed and compared to ascertain the... Read More about Design of solar powered charging backpack.

Assessment of health status of the elderly and pre-elderly at a Malaysia elderly care centre (2018)
Journal Article
Bani, N. A., Hassan, M. Z., Kaidi, H. M., Hashim, N. F. M., Dziyauddin, R. A., Musa, R., …Mas'ud, A. A. (2018). Assessment of health status of the elderly and pre-elderly at a Malaysia elderly care centre. International Journal of Integrated Engineering

They were once called the baby boomers, born between 1946 to 1964, but now aged above 50 years old, they contribute to the increasing number of elderly population in Malaysia. Age classification for elderly people varies between countries but commonl... Read More about Assessment of health status of the elderly and pre-elderly at a Malaysia elderly care centre.

Simulating the annual energy yield of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freier, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., …Yusoff, Z. (2018). Simulating the annual energy yield of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator. In 2018 IEEE 7th International Conference

This paper simulates the annual energy yield of a concentrator called the rotationally asymmetrical dielectric totally internally reflective concentrator (RADTIRC). One specific design of the RADTIRC is assumed to be installed in Berlin/Brandenburg,... Read More about Simulating the annual energy yield of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator.

A pilot study of malnutrition among elderly in a Malaysia elderly care centre - Part I: Assessment of handgrip strength measurement (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., Hassan, M. Z., Kaidi, H. M., Hashim, N. F. M., Dziyauddin, R. A., Musa, R., …Mas'ud, A. A. (2018). A pilot study of malnutrition among elderly in a Malaysia elderly care centre - Part I: Assessment of handgrip strength measurement. In 2018

The number of elderly population in Malaysia of aged 60 years and above is expected to increase every year. Apart from that, the life expectancy of the elderly population is also estimated to rise up with female tend to live longer than male. These u... Read More about A pilot study of malnutrition among elderly in a Malaysia elderly care centre - Part I: Assessment of handgrip strength measurement.

Research Journey in RGU (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F., & Oluyemi, G. (2018, November). Research Journey in RGU. Presented at Workshop: Briefing/Training Event for New Students and Their Supervisors, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Legal and regulatory development of nuclear energy in Bangladesh (2018)
Journal Article
Karim, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Karim, M. E., Munir, A. B., Sifat, I. M., Abu-Bakar, S. H., …Muhtazaruddin, M. N. (2018). Legal and regulatory development of nuclear energy in Bangladesh. Energies, 11(10), Article 2847. https://doi.org/10.3390/en11102847

The adequacy of legal and regulatory framework relating to nuclear energy in Bangladesh has sparked many questions since the government took the formal decision to establish a nuclear power plant (NPP) at Rooppur. Consequently, the government has tak... Read More about Legal and regulatory development of nuclear energy in Bangladesh.

Design method for nonimaging solar photovoltaic concentrators using genetic algorithms (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gamio, C. (2018). Design method for nonimaging solar photovoltaic concentrators using genetic algorithms. AIP conference proceedings, 2012(1), Article 030006. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5053505

Off-grid solar chargers are one of the ways forward to achieve universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern electricity. To achieve this goal, the sustainability aspect of the solar chargers must be further improved. Nonimaging, s... Read More about Design method for nonimaging solar photovoltaic concentrators using genetic algorithms.

Comparison of artificial neural network and multiple regression for partial discharge sources recognition (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Mas'ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Albarracín, R., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Aziz, N. F. A., …Muhtazaruddin, M. N. (2018). Comparison of artificial neural network and multiple regression for partial discharge sources recognition. In 2017 9t

This paper compares the capabilities of the artificial neural network (ANN) and multiple linear regression (MLR) for recognizing and discriminating partial discharge (PD) defects. Statistical fingerprints obtained from a several PD measurement were a... Read More about Comparison of artificial neural network and multiple regression for partial discharge sources recognition.

Energy revolution for our common future: an evaluation of the emerging international renewable energy law (2018)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Munir, A. B., Karim, M. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Sellami, N., …Hassan, M. Z. (2018). Energy revolution for our common future: an evaluation of the emerging international renewable energy law. Energies, 11(7), Article 1769.

Climate change poses profound threats to the Earth and its people. Its mitigation, therefore, demands common but differentiated actions with comprehensive and coordinated approach. The global community has pledged to mitigate various greenhouse gases... Read More about Energy revolution for our common future: an evaluation of the emerging international renewable energy law.

Nuclear energy development in Bangladesh: A study of opportunities and challenges (2018)
Journal Article
Karim, R., Karim, M. E., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Bani, N. A., Munir, A. B., …Mas'ud, A. A. (2018). Nuclear energy development in Bangladesh: A study of opportunities and challenges. Energies, 11(7), Article 1672. https://doi.org/10.3390/en

It is a challenging task for Bangladesh to meet its increasing demand of energy while its economy is rapidly growing. Though prices of oil, coal, and fossil fuels around the world have been volatile, the price trend in Bangladesh demonstrates a persi... Read More about Nuclear energy development in Bangladesh: A study of opportunities and challenges.

Career Path as a Lecturer (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2018, June). Career Path as a Lecturer. Presented at Career Week, St Mungo Primary, Glasgow

A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries. (2018)
Journal Article
Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Jafry, T., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Gamio, C. (2018). A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 90, 957-968. https://doi.org/

Worldwide, over 1.1 billion people have no access to electricity. The consequences for the affected people include health hazards from fuels used for lighting, limits to learning when it gets dark, a short productive day and high expenditures on ligh... Read More about A review of optical concentrators for portable solar photovoltaic systems for developing countries..

A comparison of inductive sensors in the characterization of partial discharges and electrical noise using the chromatic technique (2018)
Journal Article
Ardila-Rey, J. A., Montaña, J., Castro, B. A. D., Schurch, R., Ulson, J. A. C., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2018). A comparison of inductive sensors in the characterization of partial discharges and electrical noise using the chromatic technique.

Partial discharges (PDs) are one of the most important classes of ageing processes that occur within electrical insulation. PD detection is a standardized technique to qualify the state of the insulation in electric assets such as machines and power... Read More about A comparison of inductive sensors in the characterization of partial discharges and electrical noise using the chromatic technique.

Polymeric materials for conversion of electromagnetic waves from the sun to electric power (2018)
Journal Article
Haque, S. M., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Umar, Y., Rahman, H., Mas'ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Albarracín, R. (2018). Polymeric materials for conversion of electromagnetic waves from the sun to electric power. Polymers, 10(3), Article 307. https://doi.org/1

Solar photoelectric energy converted into electricity requires large surface areas with incident light and flexible materials to capture these light emissions. Currently, sunlight rays are converted to electrical energy using silicon polymeric materi... Read More about Polymeric materials for conversion of electromagnetic waves from the sun to electric power.

Annual prediction output of an RADTIRC-PV module (2018)
Journal Article
Freier, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., …Karim, M. E. (2018). Annual prediction output of an RADTIRC-PV module. Energies, 11(3), Article 544. https://doi.org/10.3390/en11030544

The number of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations has been increasing worldwide but the high capital cost of installation continues to be the main challenge, particularly in many developing countries. The solar concentrator, a device that focuses t... Read More about Annual prediction output of an RADTIRC-PV module.

Polymer nanocomposites and related legal issues: An overview (2018)
Book Chapter
Karim, M. E., Munir, A. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Hasanuzzaman, M. (2018). Polymer nanocomposites and related legal issues: An overview. In C. M. Hussain, & A. K. Mishra (Eds.), New polymer nanocomposites for environmental remediation (679-698). Elsevier.

Manipulation of engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) to develop different consumer and industrial products are the preferred choice in modern day industrial production due to their unprecedented, but diversified promises and prospects. The researchers cla... Read More about Polymer nanocomposites and related legal issues: An overview.

Solar energy potentials and benefits in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A review of substantial issues (2018)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Wirba, A. V., Alshammari, S. J., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abdullahi, M. M., Albarracín, R., & Hoq, M. Z. (2018). Solar energy potentials and benefits in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A review of substantial issues. Energies, 11(2), Ar

It is a well-known fact that the fossil fuel industry has dominated the economy of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries during the last few decades. However, recent developments show that most of the GCC countries plan to increase the share o... Read More about Solar energy potentials and benefits in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries: A review of substantial issues.

Solar Pump (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Azeem Islam, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Njuguna, J. (2018, January). Solar Pump. Presented at Research Presentation, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

High Impact Grant Dana Razak (2018)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2018, January). High Impact Grant Dana Razak. Presented at Pitching Session - Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

A new weak area identification method in power system based on voltage stability (2017)
Journal Article
Aziz, N. F. A., Rahmat, N. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Rahman, T. K. A., Yasin, Z. M., Wahab, N. A., & Salim, N. A. (2017). A new weak area identification method in power system based on voltage stability. Journal of Telecommunication, Electronic and Computer

Identification of voltage stability weak area in power system plays an important role in preventing the occurrence of voltage collapse. A fast and accurate identification method helps power system operators to apply voltage stability control action o... Read More about A new weak area identification method in power system based on voltage stability.

Distribution power loss minimization via distributed generation, capacitor and network reconfiguration (2017)
Journal Article
Muhtazaruddin, M. N. B., Bani, N. A., Aris, S. A. M., Kaidi, H. M., Fatah, A. Y. A., Jamia, J. J., …Abu-Bakar, S. H. (2017). Distribution power loss minimization via distributed generation, capacitor and network reconfiguration. Indonesian Journal of El

This paper presents a solution to solve the network reconfiguration, DG coordination (location and size), and capacitor coordination (location and size), simultaneously. The proposed solution will be determined by using Artificial Bee Colony (ABC). V... Read More about Distribution power loss minimization via distributed generation, capacitor and network reconfiguration.

A preliminary study on the hand grip and pinch strength among adults in an indigenous people community in Royal Belum Forest, Malaysia (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., Noor, N. M., Aris, S. A. M., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Kaidi, H. M., Jalil, S. Z. A., …Mas'ud, A. A. (2017). A preliminary study on the hand grip and pinch strength among adults in an indigenous people community in Royal Belum Forest, Malaysia.

Handgrip strength is a general indicator of muscle strength and nutritional status of an adult population, and is linked with premature mortality as well as physical disabilities. In this preliminary study, handgrip strength among adults in an indige... Read More about A preliminary study on the hand grip and pinch strength among adults in an indigenous people community in Royal Belum Forest, Malaysia.

Solar powered charging backpack (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Taverne, J., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ayub, A. S., Sellami, N., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Bani, N. A., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2017, December). Solar powered charging backpack. Paper presented at 2017 International Conference on Electrical, Electronic, Communication and Cont

This paper demonstrated a step by step process in designing a solar powered charging backpack that is capable of charging a mobile phone efficiently. A selection of existing products available on the market were reviewed and compared to ascertain the... Read More about Solar powered charging backpack.

Solar Concentrator: The next-generation solar photovoltaic system (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2017, December). Solar Concentrator: The next-generation solar photovoltaic system. Presented at Recent advances in Energy Conservation Techniques for Buildings Workshop, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey

Multi-criteria evaluation of renewable and nuclear resources for electricity generation in Kazakhstan (2017)
Journal Article
Ahmada, S., Nadeem, A., Akhanova, G., Houghton, T., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2017). Multi-criteria evaluation of renewable and nuclear resources for electricity generation in Kazakhstan. Energy, 141, 1880-1891. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.11.102

Kazakhstan's electricity generation depends heavily on fossil fuels. Renewables and other non-fossil resources provide potential alternatives to diversify the electricity generation system. In this paper, various potential local non-fossil fuel resou... Read More about Multi-criteria evaluation of renewable and nuclear resources for electricity generation in Kazakhstan.

Experimental evaluation of a solar window incorporating rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrators (RACPC) (2017)
Journal Article
Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Deciga-Gusi, J., Freier, D., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2017). Experimental evaluation of a solar window incorporating rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrators (RACPC). Energy Procedia, 130, 102-107. htt

Building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems have been proposed to make solar photovoltaic systems more attractive. These systems are not only capable of generating electricity, but can also contribute to minimise energy consumption in buildings b... Read More about Experimental evaluation of a solar window incorporating rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrators (RACPC).

Renewable Energy Research at Robert Gordon University (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Islam, S., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2017, September). Renewable Energy Research at Robert Gordon University. Presented at TechFest 2017, Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

An ensemble-boosting algorithm for classifying partial discharge defects in electrical assets (2017)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Albarracín, R., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2017). An ensemble-boosting algorithm for classifying partial discharge defects in electrical assets. Machines, 5(3), Article 18. https://doi.org/10.3390/machines5030018

This paper presents an ensemble-boosting algorithm (EBA) for classifying partial discharge (PD) patterns in the condition monitoring of insulation diagnosis applied for electrical assets. This approach presents an optimization technique for creating... Read More about An ensemble-boosting algorithm for classifying partial discharge defects in electrical assets.

Solar Pump (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Azeem Islam, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Njuguna, J. (2017, August). Solar Pump. Presented at Research Presentation, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Novel nonimaging solar concentrator for portable solar systems for developing countries (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Gamio, C., Jafry, T., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2017). Novel nonimaging solar concentrator for portable solar systems for developing countries. In 2017 IEEE PES PowerAfrica (307-310). https://doi.org/10.1109/PowerAfrica.2017.

Portable solar chargers have been gaining popularity as a new technology to help increase electrification in rural areas in developing countries. It is a fast developing industry aiming to produce a low-cost solution for the application of off-grid s... Read More about Novel nonimaging solar concentrator for portable solar systems for developing countries.

Development of a Control System for a Domestic Grid-Connected Wind Turbine (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Adamson, M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ab Aziz, N., Abu-Bakar, S., Sellami, N., Iyi, D., …Mohd Yasin, S. (2017, July). Development of a Control System for a Domestic Grid-Connected Wind Turbine. Paper presented at PACE International Conference on Science and

A New Weak Area Identification Method in Power System Based on Voltage Stability (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Fadilah Ab Aziz, N., Rahmat, N. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abdul Rahman, T. K., Mat Yassin, Z., A. Wahab, N., & Salim, N. A. (2017, July). A New Weak Area Identification Method in Power System Based on Voltage Stability. Paper presented at PACE International

Identification of voltage stability weak area in power system plays an important role in preventing the occurrence of voltage collapse. A fast and accurate identification method helps power system operators to apply voltage stability control action o... Read More about A New Weak Area Identification Method in Power System Based on Voltage Stability.

Solar Concentrator: A Pathway to Cheaper Photovoltaic System (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N. A., Muhammad Sukki, F., & Abu-Bakar, S. H. (2017, July). Solar Concentrator: A Pathway to Cheaper Photovoltaic System. Presented at Outstanding Women Engineers Luncheon – Institution of Engineers Malaysia, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Comparison of the performance of artificial neural networks and fuzzy logic for recognizing different partial discharge sources (2017)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Albarracín, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2017). Comparison of the performance of artificial neural networks and fuzzy logic for recognizing different partial discharge sources. Energies, 10(7), Article 1060. ht

This paper compared the capabilities of the artificial neural network (ANN) and the fuzzy logic (FL) approaches for recognizing and discriminating partial discharge (PD) fault classes. The training and testing parameters for the ANN and FL comprise s... Read More about Comparison of the performance of artificial neural networks and fuzzy logic for recognizing different partial discharge sources.

How to Write a Review Paper (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2017, July). How to Write a Review Paper. Presented at Academic Writing Workshop, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Potential of implementing the low concentration photovoltaic systems in the United Kingdom (2017)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T. K., Munir, A. B., …Muhtazaruddin, M. N. (2017). Potential of implementing the low concentration photovoltaic systems in the United Kingdom. International Journal of Elect

This paper discusses the prospect of integrating a novel type of low concentration photovoltaic (LCPV) design known as the rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (RACPC) in a building in the United Kingdom. This is done by proposin... Read More about Potential of implementing the low concentration photovoltaic systems in the United Kingdom.

Frequency dependence of electroluminescence measurement in LDPE (2017)
Journal Article
Bani, N. A., Abdul-Malek, Z., Aris, S. A. M., Jalil, S. Z. A., Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Kaidi, H. M., …Rey, J. A. A. (2017). Frequency dependence of electroluminescence measurement in LDPE. International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering, 7(3)

A good insulator for high voltage cable has low dielectric loss, reasonable flexibility and thermo-mechanically stable. However, prolonged application of electrical stresses on the cable will degraded the cable; physically and morphologically. Electr... Read More about Frequency dependence of electroluminescence measurement in LDPE.

Solar Concentrator: A pathway to cheaper photovoltaic system (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2017, May). Solar Concentrator: A pathway to cheaper photovoltaic system. Presented at Workshop on Intelligent Infrastructures for Sustainable and Resilient Future Energy Systems, Istanbul Kemerburgaz Universitesi, Istanbul, Turkey

Wind power potentials in Cameroon and Nigeria: lessons from South Africa (2017)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Wirba, A. V., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Albarracín, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Duque, Á. J., …Munir, A. B. (2017). Wind power potentials in Cameroon and Nigeria: lessons from South Africa. Energies, 10(4), Article 443. https://doi.org/10.3390/en1

Wind energy has seen a tremendous growth for electricity generation worldwide and reached 456 GW by the end of June 2016. According to the World Wind Energy Association, global wind power will reach 500 GW by the end of 2016. Africa is a continent th... Read More about Wind power potentials in Cameroon and Nigeria: lessons from South Africa.

Conceptual design for solar power driven rotating systems (2017)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Azeem Islam, A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Njuguna, J. (2017, March). Conceptual design for solar power driven rotating systems. Presented at Research Presentation, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Ocean Floating Solar Still (2017)
Report
Muhammad Sukki, F., Jamieson, R., Arnott, S., Calarasu, M., Thomson, D., & Elliot, S. (2017). Ocean Floating Solar Still. Scottish Funding Council

Relationship between demographic characteristics and hand grip measurement of students in UTMKL (2017)
Journal Article
Saifuzzaman, A. D., Hisan, F. N. A. N., Yasak, H. A. M., Kai, L. C., Bani, N. A., Noor, N. M., …Abu-Bakar, S. H. (2017). Relationship between demographic characteristics and hand grip measurement of students in UTMKL. Journal of Advanced Research in App

Biomechanical motion analysis is concerned with the investigation of movement of a subject. In particular, this project is interested in the movement found in nature, in biological systems such as human pinch and human grip. The motion is to be inves... Read More about Relationship between demographic characteristics and hand grip measurement of students in UTMKL.

Malaysian tertiary level students and their understanding, knowledge and perception of nanotechnology (2017)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Akhter, S., Munir, A. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Hoque, K. E., Yasin, S. H. M., Abu-Bakar, S. S., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Bani, N. A., Wirba, A. V., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2017). Malaysian tertiary level students and their understanding, knowledge and perc

Nanotechnology, being an emerging and enabling technology, can be utilised to exploit burgeoning opportunities in all aspects. Almost every kind of material with any feature can theoretically be developed using nanoscale technology and that is why co... Read More about Malaysian tertiary level students and their understanding, knowledge and perception of nanotechnology.

Impact of dispersed generation modes in optimal coordination between distributed generation and capacitor simultaneously (2016)
Journal Article
Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Bani, N. A., Jamian, J. J., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2016). Impact of dispersed generation modes in optimal coordination between distributed generation and capacitor simultaneously. International Journal

This paper describes the impact of the mode selection in Distributed Generation (DG) has in order to reduce the total power losses in the distribution system when coordination between the DG and capacitor is done simultaneously There are two modes av... Read More about Impact of dispersed generation modes in optimal coordination between distributed generation and capacitor simultaneously.

Modelling the effect of applied voltage and frequency on electroluminescence in polymeric material (2016)
Journal Article
Bani, N., Abdul-Malek, Z., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Mas'ud, A. A., Muhtazaruddin, M., Kamardin, K., …Ahmad, H. (2016). Modelling the effect of applied voltage and frequency on electroluminescence in polymeric material. International Journal of Electrical and

Electroluminescence method has been used by several researchers to observe the behaviour of an aged polymeric material. Electroluminescence is a phenomenon that occurs when the atoms of a material are being excited due to the application of and exter... Read More about Modelling the effect of applied voltage and frequency on electroluminescence in polymeric material.

Distribution Power Loss Minimization Via Distributed Generation, Capacitor and Network Reconfiguration (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhtazaruddin, M., Bani, N., Mohd Aris, S., Jalil, S., Mad Kaidi, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., …Abd Fatah, A. (2016, December). Distribution Power Loss Minimization Via Distributed Generation, Capacitor and Network Reconfiguration. Paper presented at Interna

This paper presents a solution to solve the network reconfiguration, DG coordination (location and size), and capacitor coordination (location and size), simultaneously. The proposed solution will be determined by using Artificial Bee Colony (ABC). V... Read More about Distribution Power Loss Minimization Via Distributed Generation, Capacitor and Network Reconfiguration.

Frequency Dependence of Electroluminescence Measurement in LDPE (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N., Mohd Aris, S., Jalil, S., Muhtazaruddin, M., Mad Kaidi, H., Syed Abd Rahaman, S., …Ardila Rey, J. (2016, December). Frequency Dependence of Electroluminescence Measurement in LDPE. Paper presented at International Conference on Electrical, Ele

A good insulator for high voltage cable has low dielectric loss, reasonable flexibility and thermo-mechanically stable. However, prolonged application of electrical stresses on the cable will degraded the cable; physically and morphologically. Electr... Read More about Frequency Dependence of Electroluminescence Measurement in LDPE.

Potential of Implementing the Low Concentration Photovoltaic Systems in the United Kingdom (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abu-Bakar, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T., Munir, A., …Muhtazaruddin, M. (2016, December). Potential of Implementing the Low Concentration Photovoltaic Systems in the United Kingdom. Paper presented at International

This paper discusses the prospect of integrating a novel type of low concentration photovoltaic (LCPV) design known as the rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (RACPC) in a building in the United Kingdom. This is done by proposin... Read More about Potential of Implementing the Low Concentration Photovoltaic Systems in the United Kingdom.

Wind Power (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2016, October). Wind Power. Presented at Research Presentation, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow

Electrical Research Group (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Dunbar, G., Butler, R., Fung, W., Zhao, Y., Burgess, S., Prabhu, R., …Fough, N. (2016, September). Electrical Research Group. Presented at Leonardo Visits to RGU, Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Portable Concentrated Photovoltaic Systems for Developing Countries (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Gamio-Roffe, C., Jafry, T., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2016, September). Portable Concentrated Photovoltaic Systems for Developing Countries. Poster presented at Scottish Renewables Solar Conference & Exhibition, Verity House,

Artificial neural network application for partial discharge recognition: survey and future directions (2016)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Albarracín, R., Ardila-Rey, J. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Illias, H. A., Bani, N. A., & Munir, A. B. (2016). Artificial neural network application for partial discharge recognition: survey and future directions. Energies, 9(8), Article 574. h

In order to investigate how artificial neural networks (ANNs) have been applied for partial discharge (PD) pattern recognition, this paper reviews recent progress made on ANN development for PD classification by a literature survey. Contributions fro... Read More about Artificial neural network application for partial discharge recognition: survey and future directions.

Effect of diffuse radiation on the performance of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Freier, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2016). Effect of diffuse radiation on the performance of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator. In 2016 IEEE 6th Internation

This paper evaluates the performance of a recently patented rotationally asymmetrical dielectric totally internally reflective concentrator (RADTIRC) under diffuse radiation. The RADTIRC has a geometrical concentration gain of 4.969 and two half acce... Read More about Effect of diffuse radiation on the performance of a rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator.

Novel optical concentrator technology for building integrated photovoltaic systems (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Freier, D., Mallick, T. K., Munir, A. B., …Bani, N. A. (2016, June). Novel optical concentrator technology for building integrated photovoltaic systems. Paper presented at 2016 World Conference

This paper describes a novel type of solar concentrator for use in Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) Systems. The new design called rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (RACPC) is based on a novel algorithm that caters for... Read More about Novel optical concentrator technology for building integrated photovoltaic systems.

Software simulation and experimental characterisation of a rotationally asymmetrical concentrator under direct and diffuse solar radiation (2016)
Journal Article
Freier, D., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mas'ud, A. A., Albarracín, R., …Bani, N. A. (2016). Software simulation and experimental characterisation of a rotationally asymmetrical concentrator under direct and diffuse solar

Making housing carbon neutral is one of the European Union (EU) targets with the aim to reduce energy consumption and to increase on-site renewable energy generation in the domestic sector. Optical concentrators have a strong potential to minimise th... Read More about Software simulation and experimental characterisation of a rotationally asymmetrical concentrator under direct and diffuse solar radiation.

A review on the recent progress made on solar photovoltaic in selected countries of sub-Saharan Africa (2016)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Wirba, A. V., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Albarracín, R., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Munir, A. B., & Bani, N. A. (2016). A review on the recent progress made on solar photovoltaic in selected countries of sub-Saharan Africa. Renewable and Sustainable Energ

The harmful effects of carbon emissions and carbon dioxide caused by over dependence on oil is a global issue, which is currently being addressed by encouraging renewable energy (RE) resources contribution to the energy mix. Encouraging RE is importa... Read More about A review on the recent progress made on solar photovoltaic in selected countries of sub-Saharan Africa.

Impact of distributed generation modes in optimal coordination between DG and capacitor simultaneously (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhtazaruddin, M. N., Bani, N. A., Jamian, J. J., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2016, March). Impact of distributed generation modes in optimal coordination between DG and capacitor simultaneously. Paper presented at 10th Internat

This paper describes the impact of the mode selection in Distributed Generation (DG) has in order to reduce the total power losses in the distribution system when coordination between the DG and capacitor is done simultaneously There are two modes av... Read More about Impact of distributed generation modes in optimal coordination between DG and capacitor simultaneously.

Writing a CV for an Academic Post (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2016, February). Writing a CV for an Academic Post. Presented at CV Workshop: Academic and Industrial Perspective, Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom

Registration of nanomaterials and nano-enabled products: Solution in regulation and governance or new challenge (2016)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Munir, A. B., Karim, M. E., Yasin, S. H. M., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2016, February). Registration of nanomaterials and nano-enabled products: Solution in regulation and governance or new challenge. Paper presented at 2016 International Seminar on Nanoscien

Regulation and governance of infinite number and diversified types of engineered nanomaterials has been a genuine challenge for the regulators around the world in recent times. Recent experience with the genetically modified food compelled the regula... Read More about Registration of nanomaterials and nano-enabled products: Solution in regulation and governance or new challenge.

Performance analysis of a solar window incorporating a novel rotationally asymmetrical concentrator (2016)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, C. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T. K., Munir, A. B., …Bani, N. A. (2016). Performance analysis of a solar window incorporating a novel rotationally asymmetrical concentrator. Energy, 99, 181-192. https://d

The race towards achieving a sustainable zero carbon building has spurred the introduction of many new technologies, including the BIPV (building integrated photovoltaic) system. To tackle the high capital cost of BIPV systems, LCPV (low-concentratio... Read More about Performance analysis of a solar window incorporating a novel rotationally asymmetrical concentrator.

Solar energy needs focus (2016)
Journal Article
Munir, A. B., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2016). Solar energy needs focus. Nature, 529(7587), 466. https://doi.org/10.1038/529466e

Solar photovoltaic (PV) has seen a tremendous growth in the last decade, with a global cumulative installation exceeding 177 GW by the end of 2014. Despite this, PV only contributes to approximately 1.1\% of the world's electricity requirement. The h... Read More about Solar energy needs focus.

Statistical error tolerances of partial discharge recognition rates (2015)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Mas'ud, A. A., Eltayeb, M. E., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Bani, N. A. (2015). Statistical error tolerances of partial discharge recognition rates. In 2015 IEEE Conference on Sustainable Utilization And Development In Engineering and Technology (CSUDET). https

This paper compares the statistical error tolerances of the single neural network (SNN) and the ensemble neural network (ENN) recognition efficiencies, when both the SNN and ENN are applied to recognize partial discharge (PD) patterns. Statistical fi... Read More about Statistical error tolerances of partial discharge recognition rates.

Modelling of electroluminescence in polymeric material using dimensional analysis method: effect of applied voltage and frequency (2015)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N., Abdul-Malek, Z., Ahmad, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2015). Modelling of electroluminescence in polymeric material using dimensional analysis method: effect of applied voltage and frequency. In Z. Mohamed, F. Saeed, I. A. Hamid-Mosak

Electroluminescence (EL) method has been used by several researchers to observe the behaviour of an aged polymeric material. EL is a phenomenon that occurs when the atoms of a material are being excited due to the application of and external high ele... Read More about Modelling of electroluminescence in polymeric material using dimensional analysis method: effect of applied voltage and frequency.

Big Data: Big Challenges to Privacy and Data Protection (2015)
Journal Article
Bakar Munir, A., Hajar Mohd Yasin, S., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2015). Big Data: Big Challenges to Privacy and Data Protection. International Journal of Computer and Information Engineering, 9(1),

This paper seeks to analyse the benefits of big data and more importantly the challenges it pose to the subject of privacy and data protection. First, the nature of big data will be briefly deliberated before presenting the potential of big data in t... Read More about Big Data: Big Challenges to Privacy and Data Protection.

Application of system dynamics approach in electricity sector modelling: a review (2015)
Journal Article
Ahmad, S., Tahar, R. M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Munir, A. B., & Rahim, R. A. (2016). Application of system dynamics approach in electricity sector modelling: a review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 56, 29-37. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.1

Electricity has become a vital source of energy for social and economic development in modern era. Likewise, the issues of its planning and management have grown complex. To address complexity in decision making, researchers have chosen system dynami... Read More about Application of system dynamics approach in electricity sector modelling: a review.

Characteristics of electroluminescence phenomenon in virgin and thermally aged LDPE (2015)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bani, N., Abdul-Malek, Z., Ahmad, H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mas'ud, A. (2015). Characteristics of electroluminescence phenomenon in virgin and thermally aged LDPE. AIP conference proceedings, 1674(1), https://doi.org/10.1063/1.4928822

High voltage cable requires a good insulating material such as low density polyethylene (LDPE) to be able to operate efficiently in high voltage stresses and high temperature environment. However, any polymeric material will experience degradation af... Read More about Characteristics of electroluminescence phenomenon in virgin and thermally aged LDPE.

Optimisation of the performance of a novel rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator design for building integrated photovoltaic system (2015)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T. K., Munir, A. B., …Yunus, N. M. (2015). Optimisation of the performance of a novel rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator design for building integrated photovolt

Solar energy is one of the renewable energy sources that has shown promising potential in addressing the world's energy needs, particularly via the solar PV (photovoltaic) technology. However, the high cost of installation is still being considered a... Read More about Optimisation of the performance of a novel rotationally asymmetrical optical concentrator design for building integrated photovoltaic system.

An assessment of renewable energy readiness in Africa: Case study of Nigeria and Cameroon (2015)
Journal Article
Mas'ud, A. A., Wirba, A. V., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Mas'ud, I. A., Munir, A. B., & Yunus, N. M. (2015). An assessment of renewable energy readiness in Africa: Case study of Nigeria and Cameroon. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 51, 775-784. https://

Africa is blessed with abundant energy sources that can promote economic growth and provide sufficient capacity to meet up with the future electricity demand. This paper evaluates the progress made in renewable energy (RE) development in Nigeria and... Read More about An assessment of renewable energy readiness in Africa: Case study of Nigeria and Cameroon.

Performance analysis of a novel rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (2015)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Freier, D., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T. K., Munir, A. B., …Yunus, N. M. (2015). Performance analysis of a novel rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator. Applied Energy, 154, 221-231. https://d

The low-concentration photovoltaic (LCPV) system has been identified as one of the potential solutions in lowering the overall installation cost of a building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) system. This paper evaluates the performance of a novel type... Read More about Performance analysis of a novel rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator.

Progress of solar photovoltaic in ASEAN countries: A review (2015)
Journal Article
Ismail, A. M., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Asif, M., Munir, A. B., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2015). Progress of solar photovoltaic in ASEAN countries: A review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 48, 399-412. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.04.010

The present global energy scenario, in which fossil fuels play a preponderant role, faces significant energy and environmental challenges. To help address these challenges, countries across the world are increasing the contribution made by renewable... Read More about Progress of solar photovoltaic in ASEAN countries: A review.

Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach (2015)
Journal Article
Ahmad, S., Tahar, R. M., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Munir, A. B., & Rahim, R. A. (2015). Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach. Energy, 84, 808-815. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2015

Solar photovoltaic has shown a significant rise in terms of worldwide installation. One of the main reason is due to the introduction of the FiT (feed-in tariff) policy by the governments. This paper aims to evaluate FiT policy in promoting solar PV... Read More about Role of feed-in tariff policy in promoting solar photovoltaic investments in Malaysia: A system dynamics approach.

Renewable energy potentials in Cameroon: Prospects and challenges (2014)
Journal Article
Wirba, A. V., Mas'ud, A. A., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ahmad, S., Tahar, R. M., Rahim, R. A., …Karim, M. E. (2015). Renewable energy potentials in Cameroon: Prospects and challenges. Renewable Energy, 76, 560-565. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2014.11.083

This paper aims at discussing the renewable energy potentials in delivering parts of the energy needs in Cameroon. The country has an enormous renewable energy potential. The lack of clear renewable energy policy in the mix is an issue that needs to... Read More about Renewable energy potentials in Cameroon: Prospects and challenges.

Solar Concentrators: The Way Forward (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014, November). Solar Concentrators: The Way Forward. Presented at Research Seminar, University of Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom

Briefing Education Malaysia (EM) UK & Ireland (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014, October). Briefing Education Malaysia (EM) UK & Ireland. Presented at Fresher’s Meet and Greet with Education Malaysia 2014, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Rotationally asymmetric compound parabolic concentrator for concentrating photovoltaic applications (2014)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Kumar Mallick, T., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., & Rahim, R. A. (2014). Rotationally asymmetric compound parabolic concentrator for concentrating photovoltaic applications. Applied Energy, 136, 3

This paper describes a novel type of solar concentrator - a rotationally asymmetrical compound parabolic concentrator (RACPC). The RACPC aims at addressing the following objectives: (i) to increase the electrical output of a concentrating photovoltai... Read More about Rotationally asymmetric compound parabolic concentrator for concentrating photovoltaic applications.

Nanotechnology and Its Legal and Social Implications (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Karim, M., Munir, A., Mohd Yasin, S., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2014, August). Nanotechnology and Its Legal and Social Implications. Paper presented at 11th International Postgraduate Research Colloquium (IPRC 2014), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang,

Nanotechnology is the next industrial revolution after internet and the wave of the future. Countries around the world have been investing huge and thousands of consumer products containing nanomaterial are already in the market. However, industries... Read More about Nanotechnology and Its Legal and Social Implications.

Too enthusiastic to care for safety: Present status and recent developments of nanosafety in ASEAN countries (2014)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Munir, A. B., Reza, A. W., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Yasin, S. H. M., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Rahim, R. A. (2015). Too enthusiastic to care for safety: Present status and recent developments of nanosafety in ASEAN countries. Technological Forecasting

Nanotechnology has the prospect to vibrate the imagination of human being and has the ability to be used in almost every sector of human need. With its limitless potentials, there are many environmental, health and safety related concerns due to extr... Read More about Too enthusiastic to care for safety: Present status and recent developments of nanosafety in ASEAN countries.

Nanotechnology within the Legal and Regulatory Framework: An Introductory Overview (2014)
Journal Article
Karim, M. E., Munir, A. B., Mohd Yasin, S. H., & Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014). Nanotechnology within the Legal and Regulatory Framework: An Introductory Overview. Malayan Law Journal, 3, Article i–xix

Nanotechnology, often referred to as the next industrial revolution after the internet, is an interdisciplinary study and the wave of the future. It is the science of manipulating technology at an atomic and molecular scale and is no longer an issue... Read More about Nanotechnology within the Legal and Regulatory Framework: An Introductory Overview.

Highly Efficient Low-Cost Solar Photovoltaic System (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014, July). Highly Efficient Low-Cost Solar Photovoltaic System. Presented at Research Seminar, The Royal Society of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Developing a solar calculator system (2014)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, S., Khan, M. T. K. M. N., Zeki, A. M., Abubakar, A., & Muhammad-Sukki, F. (2014). Developing a solar calculator system. Advanced materials research, 980, 179-183. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.980.179

There is a rapid increase in global warming over the years. This follows with continues campaign on reducing the energy consumption and protecting the earth against climate change. The Feed-In Tariff (FiT) program was introduced to encourage people t... Read More about Developing a solar calculator system.

Solar Photovoltaic: Towards Greener Future (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014, June). Solar Photovoltaic: Towards Greener Future. Presented at Research Seminar, University of Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom

Solar Photovoltaic: The Way Forward (2014)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad Sukki, F. (2014, June). Solar Photovoltaic: The Way Forward. Presented at Research Seminar, William Rankine Building, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic: the rise of Japan (2014)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., …Tahar, R. M. (2014). Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic: the rise of Japan. Renewable Energy, 68, 636-643. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.20

Japan started implementing a national Feed-In Tariff (FiT) mechanism on the 1st July 2012, which included specific payment tariffs for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. This marks a new era in the renewable energy landscape in Japan. This paper... Read More about Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic: the rise of Japan.

Progress of feed-in tariff in Malaysia: a year after (2014)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., …Rahim, R. A. (2014). Progress of feed-in tariff in Malaysia: a year after. Energy Policy, 67, 618-625. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enpol.2013.12.04

Malaysia enacted the Renewable Energy Act in April 2011. One of its important components is the feed-in tariff (FiT) scheme, launched in December 2011. The scheme is managed and administered by the Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) of M... Read More about Progress of feed-in tariff in Malaysia: a year after.

Rotationally asymmetric optical concentrators for solar PV and BIPV systems (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., Sarmah, N., …Abdul Rahim, R. (2013). Rotationally asymmetric optical concentrators for solar PV and BIPV systems. In 2013 IEEE 4th International Conference on P

Building Integrated Concentrated Photovoltaic (BICPV) systems are one of the options to reduce the dependency on fossil fuels and minimise energy consumption in buildings. These systems not only contribute to the generation of electricity, but also t... Read More about Rotationally asymmetric optical concentrators for solar PV and BIPV systems.

Nonlinear control of a DC motor (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Anuar, K., Muhammad-Sukki, F., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2013). Nonlinear control of a DC motor. In 2013 IEEE Conference on Sustainable Utilization and Development in Engineering and Technology (CSUDET) (37-41). https://doi.org/10.1109/csudet.20

This paper deals with a nonlinear system where an online nonlinear control is applied to a DC motor. First, nonlinear model of the motor is explained. Next, based on the model, the nonlinearity is simulated using MATLAB. The simulations were on two n... Read More about Nonlinear control of a DC motor.

Linear quadratic optimal control of a DC motor (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Anuar, K., Abu-Bakar, S. H., & Mas'ud, A. A. (2013). Linear quadratic optimal control of a DC motor. In 2013 IEEE Conference on Sustainable Utilization and Development in Engineering and Technology (CSUDET) (31-36). https://doi.org/10

This paper introduces a new way of controlling a DC motor, by applying a linear quadratic optimal control. It includes all the experiments that were carried out in the lab to obtain all the parameters of the motor before modelling the motor into a di... Read More about Linear quadratic optimal control of a DC motor.

Financial analysis on the proposed renewable heat incentive for residential houses in the United Kingdom: A case study on the solar thermal system (2013)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakarab, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Munir, A. B., Yasin, S. H. M., Mallick, T. K., …Rahim, R. A. (2014). Financial analysis on the proposed renewable heat incentive for residential houses in the United Kingdom: A case study on t

This short communication paper focuses on the renewable heat incentive (RHI) scheme in the United Kingdom (UK); and in particular, on its implication on domestic installations of solar thermal systems (STSs). First, a short review on the STS in the U... Read More about Financial analysis on the proposed renewable heat incentive for residential houses in the United Kingdom: A case study on the solar thermal system.

Mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated photovoltaic systems (2013)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., Sarmah, N., …Rahim, R. A. (2014). Mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated photovoltaic systems. Applied

This paper describes a novel type of solar concentrator – a mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator (MSDTIRC). This new concentrator type has been designed to satisfy the following objectives: (i) to provide optimum g... Read More about Mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated photovoltaic systems.

Optical element (2013)
Patent
Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Muhammad Sukki, F., McMeekin, S., & Stewart, B. (2013). Optical element. GB2497942

Optical Element (2013)
Patent
Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Muhammad Sukki, F., McMeekin, S., & Stewart, B. (in press). Optical Element. US9910253B2

Is Renewable Heat Incentive the future? (2013)
Journal Article
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Mallick, T. K., McLennan, C., Munir, A. B., …Rahimh, R. A. (2013). Is Renewable Heat Incentive the future?. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 26, 365-378. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.

This paper focuses on the renewable heat incentive (RHI) scheme in the United Kingdom (UK); and in particular, on its implications in relation to solar thermal systems (STSs). First, a short review on the UK's energy demand is provided. Then, an over... Read More about Is Renewable Heat Incentive the future?.

Performance analysis of mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated photovoltaic systems. (2013)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., Munir, A. B., …Rahim, R. A. (2013). Performance analysis of mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated phot

This paper presents a mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator (MSDTIRC). Here, its electrical and optical performances are investigated for building integrated photovoltaic applications. This concentrator is designed... Read More about Performance analysis of mirror symmetrical dielectric totally internally reflecting concentrator for building integrated photovoltaic systems..

Renewable heat incentive for solar thermal systems in the United Kingdom: The next big thing? (2012)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Abu-Bakar, S. H., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Burek, S., Mallick, T. K., McLennan, C., …Yasin, S. H. M. (2012). Renewable heat incentive for solar thermal systems in the United Kingdom: The next big thing?. In 2012 IEEE International Confe

This paper focuses on the renewable heat incentive (RHI) scheme in the United Kingdom (UK); and in particular, on its implications in relation to solar thermal systems. First, a short review on the UK's energy demand is provided. Then, a brief explan... Read More about Renewable heat incentive for solar thermal systems in the United Kingdom: The next big thing?.

Revised feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic in the United Kingdom: A cloudy future ahead? (2012)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Munir, A. B., Mohd Yasin, S. H., Abu-Bakar, S. H., McMeekin, S. G., & Stewart, B. G. (2013). Revised feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic in the United Kingdom: A cloudy future ahead?. Energy Policy, 52, 832-838.

The United Kingdom (UK) started implementing a national Feed-In Tariff (FiT) mechanism on the 1 April 2010, which included specific payment tariffs for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations. However, a revised FiT rate has been put in place starting... Read More about Revised feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic in the United Kingdom: A cloudy future ahead?.

Solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: The way forward (2012)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Munir, A. B., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Mohd Yasin, S. H., McMeekin, S. G., & Stewart, B. G. (2012). Solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: The way forward. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 16(7), 5232-5244. https://doi.

This paper examines solar photovoltaic (PV) in Malaysia. First, it analyzes the current energy demand in Malaysia and discusses some of the national policies and the installations of solar PV in urban and rural areas in the country. Next, the general... Read More about Solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: The way forward.

Soft loan for domestic installation of solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: Is it the best option? (2012)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Munir, A. B., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Abu-Bakar, S. H., Yasin, S. H. M., McMeekin, S. G., …Anuar, K. (2012). Soft loan for domestic installation of solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: Is it the best option?. In 2012 IEEE Business, Engineer

Malaysia has passed the Renewable Energy Act in April 2011, in which the Feed-In Tariff (FiT) mechanism is introduced. The FiT gives much emphasis on the solar photovoltaic (PV). This paper presents, first, an overview of solar PV in Malaysia until t... Read More about Soft loan for domestic installation of solar photovoltaic in Malaysia: Is it the best option?.

Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic : Money from the sun? (2012)
Journal Article
Munir, A. B., Mohd Yasin, S. H., Muhammad Sukki, F., Abu Bakar, S. H., & Ramirez-Iniguez, R. (2012). Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic : Money from the sun?. Malayan Law Journal, 2, Article lvii–lxxii

Climate change is the greatest ‘market failure’ the world has seen. This has stimulated policy makers around the world to turn into renewable energy. As a result, renewable energy is indeed the order of the day and the sun is the most powerful source... Read More about Feed-in tariff for solar photovoltaic : Money from the sun?.

Optimisation of concentrator in the solar photonic optoelectronic transformer: Optical gain analysis (2011)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, C., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S., Stewart, B., & Clive, B. (2011). Optimisation of concentrator in the solar photonic optoelectronic transformer: Optical gain analysis. In IET Conference on Renewable Power Generation (RPG 2011). http

The Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer (SPOT) is one of the components of the SolarBrane, a Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) system developed by SolarEmpower Ltd. Recently, an optimised design for the optical concentrator in the SPOT ha... Read More about Optimisation of concentrator in the solar photonic optoelectronic transformer: Optical gain analysis.

An evaluation of the installation of solar photovoltaic in residential houses in Malaysia: Past, present, and future (2011)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Abu-Bakar, S. H., McMeekin, S. G., & Stewart, B. G. (2011). An evaluation of the installation of solar photovoltaic in residential houses in Malaysia: Past, present, and future. Energy Policy, 39(12), 7975-7987. ht

This paper examines solar energy development in Malaysia, particularly in relation to the installation of solar Photovoltaic (PV) in residential houses. It analyzes the past activities related to solar energy in Malaysia, in terms of research and dev... Read More about An evaluation of the installation of solar photovoltaic in residential houses in Malaysia: Past, present, and future.

Feed-In Tariff for solar PV in Malaysia: Financial analysis and public perspective (2011)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., Abu-Bakar, S. H., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., & Chilukuri, M. V. (2011). Feed-In Tariff for solar PV in Malaysia: Financial analysis and public perspective. In 2011 5th International Power Engineering and Opt

Malaysia is joining the global race for solar photovoltaics (PVs), where the Feed-In Tariff (FIT) mechanism has been introduced recently. This paper presents, first, a chronological overview of solar PV in Malaysia until the present time. Next, a gen... Read More about Feed-In Tariff for solar PV in Malaysia: Financial analysis and public perspective.

Solar Concentrators In Malaysia: Towards The Development Of Low Cost Solar Photovoltaic Systems (2011)
Journal Article
Sukki, F. M., Iniguez, R. R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., & Clive, B. (2011). Solar Concentrators In Malaysia: Towards The Development Of Low Cost Solar Photovoltaic Systems. Jurnal Teknologi, 54(1), 289-298. https://doi.org/10.11113/jt.v55.914

Solar energy has become a matter of global attention in the past few years. This paper explores the use and benefit of solar concentrators in the solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. First, a short literature review of previous research on the usage of s... Read More about Solar Concentrators In Malaysia: Towards The Development Of Low Cost Solar Photovoltaic Systems.

Optimisation of Concentrator in the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer : Comparison of Geometrical Performance and Cost of Implementation (2011)
Journal Article
Muhammad Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S., Stewart, B., & Clive, B. (2011). Optimisation of Concentrator in the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer : Comparison of Geometrical Performance and Cost of Implementation. Renewable Energy an

The Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer (SPOT) is one of the components of the SolarBrane, a Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) system developed by SolarEmpower Ltd. The SPOT employs 2-D linear dielectric totally internally reflecting conc... Read More about Optimisation of Concentrator in the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer : Comparison of Geometrical Performance and Cost of Implementation.

Optimised concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: First optimisation stage (2011)
Journal Article
Muhammad Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S., Stewart, B., & Clive, B. (2011). Optimised concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: First optimisation stage. Caledonian Journal of Engineering, 7(1), 19-24

Collecting and storing solar energy will be a key part of efficient renewable technologies for buildings of the future, particularly in the Middle East. This paper presents the topic of improved properties of optical concentrators to achieve increase... Read More about Optimised concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: First optimisation stage.

Optimised Dielectric Totally Internally Reflecting Concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: Maximum Concentration Method (2010)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., & Clive, B. (2010). Optimised Dielectric Totally Internally Reflecting Concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: Maximum Concentration Method. In Knowl

Renewable energies have become a matter of global attention during the last few years, with solar energy being a major focus. Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) system is an example of solar energy applications. This paper describes the Solar Ph... Read More about Optimised Dielectric Totally Internally Reflecting Concentrator for the Solar Photonic Optoelectronic Transformer System: Maximum Concentration Method.

Solar Concentrators (2010)
Journal Article
Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ramirez-Iniguez, R., McMeekin, S. G., Stewart, B. G., & Clive, B. (2010). Solar Concentrators. International Journal of Applied Sciences (IJAS), 1(1), 1-15

Solar technology offers great potential in terms of supplying the world's energy needs. However, its current contribution to the world is still limited. The main factor is related to high initial cost of building the system. This paper will provide a... Read More about Solar Concentrators.

Ice Rink Energy: Final Report
Report
Aqeel, S., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Ayub, A., Ali, D., Sellami, N., & Prabhu, R. (2020). Ice Rink Energy: Final Report. Scottish Funding Council

This research was carried out to for Inverness Ice Centre Ltd., that holds ice sports/activities in the Highland region. The company consumes high rate of power to operate the facility, about 500kW distributed between lighting, heating, forming ice s... Read More about Ice Rink Energy: Final Report.

Ecocampers
Report
Aqeel, S., Prabhu, R., Muhammad-Sukki, F., Sellami, N., & Islam, S. (2020). Ecocampers. Scottish Funding Council

This project was carried out for Campers Scotland company to investigate the feasibility of using various renewable energy sources to supply small electrical loads within the caravan. The power required to the loads was estimated to be in the range o... Read More about Ecocampers.

Portable Solar Kiln
Report
Kinsley, A., Muhammad Sukki, F., Sola, P., Sellami, N., See, C. H., & Papadopoulos, S. (2022). Portable Solar Kiln. Edinburgh Napier University

The aim of this project is to determine an optimum design and setup for a solar kiln. Throughout this project the overall design of the container will be addressed along with smaller internal setups that can be made. For the overall design optimising... Read More about Portable Solar Kiln.