Mr. Adizue Ugonna | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Adizue Ugonna | Budapest University of Technology and Economics | Hungary

Mr. Adizue Ugonna Loveday is a Doctoral Researcher and Laboratory Instructor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, specializing in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in industrial and production systems. His research focuses on intelligent modelling and process optimization for ultra-precision machining of hard materials, integrating artificial intelligence, tribological analysis, and thermal modeling to enhance manufacturing precision and efficiency. Professionally, he has contributed to several major research initiatives including the Horizon 2020 Centre of Excellence in Production Informatics and Control (EPIC CoE), the iNext project on industrial digitalization, and multiple Hungarian Scientific Research Fund (OTKA) projects emphasizing AI-based predictive models for advanced machining and intelligent forming processes. His scholarly record demonstrates strong research performance, with 45 citations by 42 documents, 6 documents, and an h-index of 4 in Scopus; and 66 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 2 in Google Scholar. In addition, his ORCID profile lists 6 professional activities and 8 published works, reflecting active engagement in international research collaboration, scientific reviewing, and production editing. Through these contributions, Mr. Loveday continues to advance smart and sustainable manufacturing technologies, bridging artificial intelligence and mechanical systems design in alignment with Industry 4.0 innovation goals.

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Publication Details

Adizue, U. L., Tura, A. D., Isaya, E. O., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2023). Surface quality prediction by machine learning methods and process parameter optimization in ultra-precision machining of AISI D2 using CBN tool. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 128(1), 1–28.
Adizue, U. L., Nwanya, S. C., & Ozor, P. A. (2020). Artificial neural network application to a process time planning problem for palm oil production. Engineering and Applied Science Research, 47(2), 161–169.
Adizue, U. L., & Takács, M. (2025). Exploring the correlation between design of experiments and machine learning prediction accuracy in ultra-precision hard turning of AISI D2 with CBN insert: A comparative study. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 1–30.
Elly, O. I., Adizue, U. L., Tura, A. D., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2024). Analysis, modelling, and optimization of force in ultra-precision hard turning of cold work hardened steel using the CBN tool. Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering, 46(1), 1–18.
Adizue, U. L., Balázs, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2022). Surface roughness prediction applying artificial neural network at micro machining. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 1246(1), 012034.
Tura, A. D., Isaya, E. O., Adizue, U. L., Farkas, B. Z., & Takács, M. (2024). Optimization of ultra-precision CBN turning of AISI D2 using hybrid GA-RSM and Taguchi-GRA statistic tools. Heliyon, 10(11), e24357.
Adizue, U. L., Agbadah, S. E., Ibeagha, D. C., & Falade, Y. O. (2017). Design and construction of an automated adjustable-can foil sealing machine. International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, 4(9), 257384.

Dr. Ren Jianji | AI in Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ren Jianji | Henan Polytechnic University | China

Dr. Ren Jianji is an Associate Professor at the School of Software, Henan University of Technology. She earned her Doctoral and Master degrees in Computer Science and Technology from Dong-A University and her Bachelor degree in Information Management and Information Systems from Jinan University. Since joining Henan University of Technology in 2013, she has advanced from Lecturer to Associate Professor, making significant contributions to computer science and software engineering education and research. Over the past 5 years, she has led several major research projects, including a key provincial project on federated learning in edge computing, a collaborative algorithm study for edge intelligence based on complex networks, and multiple industrial projects focused on industrial big data analysis, digital twin systems, and Internet of Vehicles technologies. Dr. Ren’s research interests include edge computing, intelligent algorithms, digital twin systems, and applied big data analytics, reflecting a strong combination of theoretical innovation and practical implementation. She has authored 45 research documents, cited 976 times by 740 documents, with an h-index of 16. Her work has advanced intelligent computing applications in both academic and industrial settings, demonstrating her leadership in developing algorithms and systems that address real-world challenges and establishing her as a leading figure in intelligent computing in China.

Featured Publications

Ren, J. (2025). A novel ensemble network based on CNN-AM-BiLSTM learner for temperature prediction of distillation columns. Canadian Journal of Chemical Engineering.

Ren, J. (2025). Short-term power load forecasting based on SKDR hybrid model. Electrical Engineering.

Ren, J. (2025). A method for intelligent information extraction of coal fractures based on µCT and deep learning. Meitiandizhi Yu Kantan Coal Geology and Exploration.

Ren, J. (2025). Combined improved tuna swarm optimization with graph convolutional neural network for remaining useful life of engine. Quality and Reliability Engineering International.