Dr. Kun-Ying Li | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kun-Ying Li | National Chin-Yi University of Technology | Taiwan

Dr. Kun-Ying Li is an accomplished researcher in sustainable engineering and intelligent manufacturing, focusing on low-carbon technologies and energy-efficient machine tools. His research encompasses ISO14064-1:2018 greenhouse gas inventory, industrial energy-saving methods, intelligent thermal error analysis, cooling optimization, multi-objective optimization, and precision machinery design. His work emphasizes the integration of reliability engineering, applied mathematics, smart manufacturing systems, and computer-assisted engineering within the framework of Industry 4.0. He has contributed to several industry-academic collaboration projects aimed at optimizing cooling systems for multi-axis machine tools and implementing carbon inventory strategies in manufacturing transformation programs. These projects have involved partnerships with precision machinery and metal manufacturing companies, supported by national funding agencies. His expertise extends to developing innovative approaches for reducing energy consumption, enhancing process reliability, and improving the performance of advanced machine tools. Through a combination of technical insight and practical application, his research supports the transition toward intelligent, sustainable, and high-efficiency production systems that align with global goals for carbon reduction and green industry innovation. He has 220 citations by 151 documents, 29 published documents, and an h-index of 9, reflecting his consistent research contributions and growing academic influence in the fields of precision engineering and green manufacturing.

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Featured Publications

Liu, Y. C., Li, K. Y., & Tsai, Y. C. (2021). Spindle thermal error prediction based on LSTM deep learning for a CNC machine tool. Applied Sciences, 11(12), 5444.
Li, K. Y., Luo, W. J., & Wei, S. J. (2020). Machining accuracy enhancement of a machine tool by a cooling channel design for a built-in spindle. Applied Sciences, 10(11), 3991.
Hsieh, M. C., Maurya, S. N., Luo, W. J., Li, K. Y., Hao, L., & Bhuyar, P. (2022). Coolant volume prediction for spindle cooler with adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system control method. Sensors & Materials, 34, 28.
Li, K. Y., Luo, W. J., Hong, X. H., Wei, S. J., & Tsai, P. H. (2020). Enhancement of machining accuracy utilizing varied cooling oil volume for machine tool spindle. IEEE Access, 8, 28988–29003.
Li, K. Y., Maurya, S. N., Lee, Y. H., Luo, W. J., Chen, C. N., & Wellid, I. (2023). Thermal deformation and economic analysis of a multi-object cooling system for spindles with varied coolant volume control. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 126(3), 1807–1821.
Maurya, S. N., Li, K. Y., Luo, W. J., & Kao, S. Y. (2022). Effect of coolant temperature on the thermal compensation of a machine tool. Machines, 10(12), 1201.

Mr. Ahmad Usman | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ahmad Usman | Cranfield University | United Kingdom

Mr. Ahmad Usman is a dedicated PhD student at Cranfield University specializing in coating and corrosion science, with a strong focus on developing advanced materials to protect critical components in power plants under demanding conditions. His research encompasses the fireside-corrosion behavior of thermally sprayed and Ni-based coatings in challenging environments, including chlorine-rich combustion atmospheres, and investigates oxidation, erosion, and wear mechanisms at the microscopic level. Mr. Usman has contributed to advancing knowledge on thermal spray coatings through both academic and industry projects, including his role as Group Innovation Engineer at Welding Alloys Group, UK, and collaborations with the National High Temperature Surface Engineering Centre. He has co-authored book chapters on self-healing elastomers and polymeric paints and coatings, highlighting his expertise in functional polymers. His research interests include real-time monitoring of coating degradation, modeling corrosion kinetics in waste-to-energy (WtE) environments, and optimizing thermal spray coatings to resist high-temperature corrosion, erosion, and wear damage. With a growing citation record and an h-index of 2, Mr. Usman is an active member of the Institute of Corrosion and the Pakistan Engineering Council, demonstrating his commitment to both academic excellence and industrial innovation, while consistently exploring innovative solutions to extend the lifespan and reliability of critical energy infrastructure.

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Featured Publications

Usman, A., Syed, A., Isern Arrom, L., Nicholls, J., & Cordero, M. (2024, September 5). Degradation of novel coating systems for heat exchanger materials for WtE power plant applications [Conference poster]. EUROCORR 2024, Cranfield University.

Rehan, Z. A., & Usman, A. (2023). Polymeric paints and coatings. In Advanced Functional Polymers. Springer.

Zubair, Z., Usman, A., & Hafeez, A. (2023). Self-healing elastomers. In Advanced Functional Polymers. Springer.

Usman, A. (2021, December 8). Fabrication of low emissivity paint thermal/NIR radiation insulation for domestic applications [Conference poster]. 1st International Conference of Polymers and Composites (ICPC-2021).

Usman, A., Isern Arrom, L., Nicholls, J., Cordero, M., & Syed, A. U. (2025). Fireside corrosion behavior of thermally sprayed coatings for waste-to-energy power plant applications. Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance.