Mr. Ahmad Usman | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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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.

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Goutam Khankari | Sustainable Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Goutam Khankari | Damodar Valley Corporation | India

Dr. Goutam Khankari is a distinguished researcher and engineer specializing in thermal power systems. His PhD research, titled “Thermodynamic Analysis and Performance Improvement of Coal-Fired Thermal Power Plants,” focused on a comprehensive 4-E approach—Energy, Exergy, Environment, and Economic analysis—of various coal-fired steam power plants using high-ash Indian coals. The primary objective of his work was to enhance the overall efficiency and net power output of these plants by exploiting low-grade waste energy through the Kalina Cycle System, integrating solar energy, and optimizing operational conditions. Dr. Khankari’s research not only provides critical insights into energy and exergy efficiencies but also emphasizes sustainable practices and environmental considerations in coal-based power generation. His work has been widely recognized, reflected in 97 citations across 88 documents and an h-index of 5, demonstrating significant academic influence. Through his innovative approaches to performance improvement and waste energy utilization, Dr. Khankari has contributed meaningfully to the field of thermal engineering, offering practical solutions for maximizing energy output while minimizing environmental impact in India’s coal-fired power sector.

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Featured  Publications

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from coal mill rejection using Kalina cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 138(5), 052004.

Khankari, G., Munda, J., & Karmakar, S. (2016). Power generation from condenser waste heat in coal-fired thermal power plant using Kalina cycle. Energy Procedia, 90, 613–624.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2018). Power generation from fluegas waste heat in a 500 MWe subcritical coal-fired thermal power plant using solar assisted Kalina Cycle System 11. Applied Thermal Engineering, 138, 235–245.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2021). A novel solar assisted Kalina cycle system for waste heat utilization in thermal power plants. International Journal of Energy Research, 45(12), 17146–17158.

Roge, N. H., Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2022). Waste heat recovery from fly ash of 210 MW coal fired power plant using organic rankine cycle. Journal of Energy Resources Technology, 144(8), 082107.

Khankari, G., & Karmakar, S. (2014). Operational optimization of turbo-generator (TG) cycle of a 500MW coal-fired thermal power plant. In 2014 6th IEEE Power India International Conference (PIICON) (pp. 1–6).

Khankari, G., Karmakar, S., Pramanick, A., & Biswas, M. (2013). Thermodynamic analysis of a 500MW coal-fired Indian power plant. In ESMOC Conference, NIT Durgapur, India.

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed | Renewable Energy | Transportation Research Award

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Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed | Renewable Energy | Transportation Research Award

 

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed , King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals , Saudi Arabia

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed 🎓 is an accomplished Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering ⚡ at Minia University, Egypt, he brings a rich background in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Passionate about sustainable energy 🌱, smart grids 💡, and electric vehicles 🚗🔋, Dr. Moustafa has made significant strides in these fields. His contributions include guiding graduate projects, publishing scholarly articles 📚, and serving as a top reviewer for IEEE journals 🏅. Dedicated to innovation and education, he actively participates in curriculum design and lab supervision, all while promoting quality assurance in engineering education 🛠️👨‍🏫.

Publication Profile

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Education & Experience 

  • 🎓 Assistant Professor, Minia University, Egypt (Aug 2021 – Present)

    • Teaching & curriculum design for Electrical Engineering

    • Supervision of graduate projects, labs, and quality systems

  • 🎓 Assistant Professor, Higher Institute of Engineering and Technology – New Minya (Oct 2021 – Jan 2022)

    • Delivered technical courses across various levels

  • 👨‍🏫 Assistant Lecturer, Minia University (Since Oct 2011)

  • 🎓 Academic Qualifications: PhD in Electrical Engineering (details not provided here, assumed complete)

Suitability summary

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed’s work aligns seamlessly with the goals of the Transportation Research Award, having made transformative contributions to electric transportation technologies. As an Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering at Minia University, Egypt, he has pioneered research in Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) control, battery management systems, predictive EV drive control, and AI-based optimization techniques—all key elements that enhance the efficiency, reliability, and intelligence of transportation systems. 📈🔌🚘

Professional Development 

Dr. Moustafa continually invests in his professional growth 📈. With a strong foundation in renewable energy systems ☀️ and electric mobility ⚙️, he keeps pace with emerging technologies through ongoing research and academic engagement. He actively contributes to scholarly dialogue by publishing in prestigious journals and reviewing for top IEEE Transactions titles 🧠📄. He also attends conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs focused on e-learning 💻 and energy sustainability 🌍. As an academic supervisor for graduate programs, he nurtures the next generation of engineers while remaining deeply engaged in his own development and that of the educational systems around him 📚🌐.

Research Focus

Dr. Moustafa’s research centers on sustainable and smart energy solutions ⚡🌱. His focus spans renewable energy integration 🌞, net-zero energy buildings 🏘️, electric vehicle (EV) charging networks 🚗🔌, and battery management systems 🔋. He explores the use of control systems, power electronics, and machine learning 🤖 to enhance grid stability and efficiency. His projects often address national and global challenges in clean energy and energy policy 🌍📊. With a commitment to environmental impact and technological innovation, he contributes both theoretical insight and practical solutions to advance green engineering and intelligent energy infrastructures 🧠💡.

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Recognized as a Top Reviewer in multiple IEEE Transactions journals

  • 🥇 Multiple research publications cited on Google Scholar and ResearchGate

  • 🎖️ Academic excellence acknowledged in faculty committees and university boards

  • 🌟 Active contributor to international research communities and engineering networks

Publication Top Notes

  • Adaptive Speed Control of PMSM Drive System Based on a New Sliding-Mode Reaching Law
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, Vol. 35, No. 11, 2020 – Citations: 329
    ➤ Developed a robust sliding-mode control law for PMSM drives.

  • 🧬 Parameter Optimization of Adaptive Flux-Weakening Strategy for PMSM Drives Using Particle Swarm Algorithm
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, Vol. 34, No. 12, 2019 – Citations: 93
    ➤ Enhanced PMSM efficiency using swarm intelligence-based tuning.

  • 🌀 Torque Ripple Reduction Strategy for Surface-Mounted PMSMs in Flux-Weakening Region Using Genetic Algorithm
    IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2021 – Citations: 25
    ➤ Optimized torque performance using GA-based control refinement.

  • ⚡ Fast Terminal Reaching Law-Based Composite Speed Control for PMSM Drives
    IEEE Access, 2022 – Citations: 23
    ➤ Introduced a fast-reacting composite controller for high-speed applications.

  • 📈 Adaptive Linear Predictive Model for Improved PMSM Control Across Speed Regions
    IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics, 2022 – Citations: 21
    ➤ Delivered a flexible predictive control model for dynamic conditions.

  • 🔄 Low-Complexity Model Predictive Current Control for Three-Level Inverter-Fed Linear Induction Machines
    IEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics, 2022 – Citations: 20
    ➤ Proposed a simplified and efficient control method for LIMs.

  • 🏠 Optimal Residential Microgrid Planning Using Demand Response and ABC Algorithm
    IEEE Access, Vol. 10, 2022 – Citations: 14
    ➤ Integrated smart grid optimization with artificial bee colony technique.

  • 🔌 Optimal EV and DG Integration into CIGRE’s MV Benchmark Model
    IEEE Access, Vol. 10, 2022
    ➤ Evaluated EV and DG coordination strategies in modern power systems.

Conclusion

Dr. Moustafa Magdi Ismail Mohamed’s research makes a direct and valuable impact on the transportation sector, offering real-world solutions for electric mobility and smart transport systems. His blend of academic excellence, applied innovation, and visionary thinking exemplifies the spirit of the Transportation Research Award. Recognizing him with this award would honor a career dedicated to transforming how we power, control, and advance transportation in the era of sustainability. 🏆🌎🚙