Professor Nadimul Faisal's Outputs (82)

Modelling and optimization of an inverted pyramid solar still using ANFIS-PSO: predictive analysis of water production, energy, and exergy efficiency. (2025)
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ELSHEIKH, A.H., EGIZA, M., DIAB, M.R., NASSAR, M., ALHOSARY, M., NASSAR, S., ROZZA, M., FAISAL, N. and ESSA, F.A. 2025. Modelling and optimization of an inverted pyramid solar still using ANFIS-PSO: predictive analysis of water production, energy, and exergy efficiency. Separation and purification technology [online], In Press, article number 134492. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seppur.2025.134492

This study addresses the pressing challenge of enhancing the predictive modelling of solar still performance, focusing on critical parameters: water yield, energy efficiency, and exergy efficiency. The research utilizes an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Infere... Read More about Modelling and optimization of an inverted pyramid solar still using ANFIS-PSO: predictive analysis of water production, energy, and exergy efficiency..

Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing. (2025)
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OKOLIE, O., FAISAL, N.H., JAMIESON, H., MUKHERJI, A. and NJUGUNA, J. 2025. Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing. Engineering failure analysis [online], 179, article number 109775. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engfailanal.2025.109775

This research investigates the structural integrity and mechanical behaviour of a thermoplastic composite pipe (TCP) that is particularly used in the offshore energy industry. The TCP offers enhanced strength and high strength-to-weight ratio ideal f... Read More about Structural integrity and failure mechanisms of thermoplastic composite pipes for offshore applications: insights from compressive and flexural testing..

Modelling metasurface patterned anode for enhanced performance of solid oxide electrolyser. (2025)
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KURUSHINA, V., HOSSAIN, M., HASBI, S., SOMAN, A., PRATHURU, A., CAI, Q., HORRI, B.A. and FAISAL, N.H. 2025. Modelling metasurface patterned anode for enhanced performance of solid oxide electrolyser. Journal of power sources [online], 648, article number 237436. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpowsour.2025.237436

Solid oxide electrolysers (SOE) are a promising type of technology of hydrogen production with the potential to be a part of the sustainable future of the energy sector. Advantageous efficiency of these devices is coming from the combined use of the... Read More about Modelling metasurface patterned anode for enhanced performance of solid oxide electrolyser..

Application of machine learning in the determination of rock brittleness for CO2 geosequestration. (2025)
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AMINAHO, E.N., HOSSAIN, M., FAISAL, N.H. and SANAEE, R. 2025. Application of machine learning in the determination of rock brittleness for CO2 geosequestration. Machine learning with applications [online], 20, article number 100656. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mlwa.2025.100656

The underground storage of carbon dioxide (CO2), also called CO2 geosequestration, represents one of the most promising options for reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. However, fluid-rock interactions in reservoir and cap rocks before and du... Read More about Application of machine learning in the determination of rock brittleness for CO2 geosequestration..

Thermo-physical behaviour of thermoplastic composite pipe for oil and gas applications. (2025)
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OKOLIE, O., FAISAL, N.H., JAMIESON, H., MUKHERJI, A. and NJUGUNA, J. 2025. Thermo-physical behaviour of thermoplastic composite pipe for oil and gas applications. Polymers [online], 17(8), article number 1107. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym17081107

Thermoplastic composite pipes (TCP) consist of three distinct layers—liner, reinforcement, and coating—offering superior advantages over traditional industrial pipes, including flexibility, lightweight construction, and corrosion resistance. This stu... Read More about Thermo-physical behaviour of thermoplastic composite pipe for oil and gas applications..

AiION: novel deep learning chemical geothermometer for temperature prediction of deep geothermal reservoirs. (2025)
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ALGAIAR, M., BANO, S., LASHIN, A., HOSSAIN, M., FAISAL, N.H. and ABU SALEM, H.S. 2025. AiION: novel deep learning chemical geothermometer for temperature prediction of deep geothermal reservoirs. Renewable energy [online], 248, article number 123154. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2025.123154

This study introduces AiION, a novel deep learning chemical geothermometer designed to predict deep geothermal reservoir temperatures and address the limitations of traditional geothermometry methods. By integrating classical geothermometry, multi-co... Read More about AiION: novel deep learning chemical geothermometer for temperature prediction of deep geothermal reservoirs..

Experimental study on the effect of biocompetitive exclusion chemical on the unconfined compressive strength of sandstone reservoir rock under static saturation. (2025)
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PERETOMODE, E., FAISAL, N. and OLUYEMI, G. 2025. Experimental study on the effect of biocompetitive exclusion chemical on the unconfined compressive strength of sandstone reservoir rock under static saturation. Geomechanics and geoengineering [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/17486025.2025.2484482

The potential impacts of oilfield chemical treatment on the petrophysical and geomechanical properties of reservoir rock are well known. In this paper, the effect of bio-competitive exclusion chemical (sodium nitrate) treatment on sandstone rock prop... Read More about Experimental study on the effect of biocompetitive exclusion chemical on the unconfined compressive strength of sandstone reservoir rock under static saturation..

Enhancing epoxy polymer composites with MXene nanosheets for improved thermal performance. (2025)
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JANJUA, A.A., SAHARUDIN, M.S., OKECHUKWU, A.E., YOUNAS, M. and FAISAL, N. 2025. Enhancing epoxy polymer composites with MXene nanosheets for improved thermal performance. Journal of nano research [online] 87, pages 101-109. Available from: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-OAqN4d

Thermosetting epoxy polymers are widely employed as matrices for fabricating fibre-reinforced composites due to their exceptional strength and stiffness. However, the inherent brittleness of epoxy and its generally low fracture toughness impose limit... Read More about Enhancing epoxy polymer composites with MXene nanosheets for improved thermal performance..

Dynamic mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of epoxy coatings enhanced with MXene and diverse nano-fillers. (2025)
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SAHARUDIN, M.S., NASIR, N.A.C., JANJUA, A.A., OKECHUKWU, A.E., HAQUE, N.F. and AHMAD, E.Z. 2025. Dynamic mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of epoxy coatings enhanced with MXene and diverse nano-fillers. Solid state phenomena [online], 370, pages 25-32. Available from: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-2F2Syv

This comparative study explored the dynamic mechanical characteristics and resistance to corrosion of four distinct nanofillers; MXenes, Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNPs), Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs), and Halloysite Nanotubes (HNTs) within epoxy composites a... Read More about Dynamic mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of epoxy coatings enhanced with MXene and diverse nano-fillers..

Influence of alloy composition on the tribomechanical properties of 50% blend of CoCrWMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 1) and CoCrMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 21) alloys. (2025)
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AHMED, R., KUMAR, V., FAISAL, N.H., MARRI, M. and DAVIES, S. [2025]. Influence of alloy composition on the tribomechanical properties of 50% blend of CoCrWMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 1) and CoCrMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 21) alloys. Journal of materials engineering and performance [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-025-11034-7

This paper aims to investigate the structure-property relationship of the blend of two different carbide-type wear resistance Stellite® alloys, i.e. high carbon and tungsten CoCrW (Stellite 1) alloy and high molybdenum CoCrMo (Stellite 21) alloy. Ble... Read More about Influence of alloy composition on the tribomechanical properties of 50% blend of CoCrWMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 1) and CoCrMoCFeNiSiMn (stellite 21) alloys..

Integrated non-destructive testing for assessing manufacturing defects in melt-fusion bonded thermoplastic composite pipes. (2025)
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OKOLIE, O., FAISAL, N.H., JAMIESON, H., MUKHERJI, A. and NJUGUNA, J. 2025. Integrated non-destructive testing for assessing manufacturing defects in melt-fusion bonded thermoplastic composite pipes. NDT [online], 3(1), article number 6. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/ndt3010006

The thermoplastic composite pipe (TCP) manufacturing process introduces defects that impact their performance, such as voids, misalignment, and delamination. Consequently, there is an increasing demand for effective non-destructive testing (NDT) tech... Read More about Integrated non-destructive testing for assessing manufacturing defects in melt-fusion bonded thermoplastic composite pipes..

Cohesive zone model for the thermomechanical deformation of a high temperature tubular solid oxide electrolysis cell. (2025)
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KURUSHINA, V., PRATHURU, A., SOMAN, A., HOSSAIN, M., CAI, Q., HORRI, B.A. and FAISAL, N.H. 2025. Cohesive zone model for the thermomechanical deformation of a high temperature tubular solid oxide electrolysis cell. Engineering fracture mechanics [online], 318, article number 110987. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.engfracmech.2025.110987

High-temperature processes for hydrogen production unlock the potential for high energy efficiency combined with a relatively low environmental impact. However, structural integrity should be carefully considered. Solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOEC... Read More about Cohesive zone model for the thermomechanical deformation of a high temperature tubular solid oxide electrolysis cell..

Air plasma sprayed multi-material composite coatings for enhanced light absorption and thermal emission. (2025)
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FAISAL, N.H., RAJENDRAN, V., KANIAPAN, S., RAMALINGAM, V., PRATHURU, A., AHMED, R., KATIYAR, N.K., BANSAL, A., WHITTAKER, T., ISHERWOOD, P., WHITTOW, W., EGIZA, M. and GOEL, S. 2025. Air plasma sprayed multi-material composite coatings for enhanced light absorption and thermal emission. Surface and coatings technology [online], 498, article number 131854. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfcoat.2025.131854

This study pioneers a transformative approach to solar thermal technology by leveraging air plasma-sprayed (APS) multi-material composite coatings. It is to achieve unprecedented light absorption and thermal emission, redefining the design paradigm f... Read More about Air plasma sprayed multi-material composite coatings for enhanced light absorption and thermal emission..

Design of a hybrid artificial intelligence system for real-time quantification of impurities in gas streams: application in CO2 capture and storage. (2025)
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AMINAHO, E.N., AMINAHO, N.S., HOSSAIN, M., FAISAL, N.H. and AMINAHO, K.A. 2025. Design of a hybrid artificial intelligence system for real-time quantification of impurities in gas streams: application in CO2 capture and storage. Gas science and engineering [online], 134, article number 205546. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jgsce.2025.205546

The concentration of gases in gas streams can be monitored using sensors. However, gas sensors can lose their response accuracy due to mechanical wear or damage, and environmental factors such as exposure to unusual temperature and pressure condition... Read More about Design of a hybrid artificial intelligence system for real-time quantification of impurities in gas streams: application in CO2 capture and storage..

Performance enhancement of a modified solar still with inverted pyramid aluminum basin geometry: experimental optimization, thermal and economic assessment. (2024)
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DIAB, M.R., ROZZA, M., ALHOSARY, M., NASSAR, S., FAISAL, N., ELSHEIKH, A.H. and EGIZA, M. 2025. Performance enhancement of a modified solar still with inverted pyramid aluminum basin geometry: experimental optimization, thermal and economic assessment. Process safety and environmental protection [online], 193, pages 1173-1187. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psep.2024.11.104

Desalination is a promising solution to address the global challenges of water scarcity and energy demand, aided by industrialization and population growth. This study explores the potential to enhance solar still performance by redesigning the basin... Read More about Performance enhancement of a modified solar still with inverted pyramid aluminum basin geometry: experimental optimization, thermal and economic assessment..

Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media. (2024)
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MOSTAFA, A., HOSSAIN, M. and FAISAL, N. 2025. Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media. International journal of thermal sciences [online], 208, article number 109513. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2024.109513

Laser cutting in porous media presents both challenges and opportunities for various applications. Laser cutting requires a deep understanding of heat transfer, materials and laser physics, and can involve nonlinear and transient effects. There is a... Read More about Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media..

Natural fibers for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in solar desalination: a review. (2024)
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EGIZA, M., DIAB, M.R., FAISAL, N. and ELSHEIKH, A.H. 2024. Natural fibers for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in solar desalination: a review. Solar energy [online], 282, article number 112963. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2024.112963

Global water scarcity, accelerated by inefficient wastewater treatment and the high cost of conventional desalination technologies such as reverse osmosis, necessitates sustainable solutions. Solar stills, harnessing solar energy, offer a promising l... Read More about Natural fibers for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in solar desalination: a review..

Machine learning approach to investigate high temperature corrosion of critical infrastructure materials. (2024)
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MUTHUKRISHNAN, R., BALOGUN, Y., RAJENDRAN, V., PRATHURU, A., HOSSAIN, M. and FAISAL, N.H. 2024. Machine learning approach to investigate high temperature corrosion of critical infrastructure materials. High temperature corrosion of materials [online], 101(Suppl 1), pages 309-331. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11085-024-10312-4

Degradation of coatings and structural materials due to high temperature corrosion in the presence of molten salt environment is a major concern for critical infrastructure applications to meet its commercial viability. The choice of high value coati... Read More about Machine learning approach to investigate high temperature corrosion of critical infrastructure materials..

Applications of artificial intelligence in geothermal resource exploration: a review. (2024)
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ALGAIAR, M., HOSSAIN, M., PETROVSKI, A., LASHIN, A. and FAISAL, N. 2024. Applications of artificial intelligence in geothermal resource exploration: a review. Deep underground science and engineering [online], 3(3): geothermal energy, pages 269-285. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1002/dug2.12122

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly important in geothermal exploration, significantly improving the efficiency of resource identification. This review examines current AI applications, focusing on the algorithms used, the challenges... Read More about Applications of artificial intelligence in geothermal resource exploration: a review..

Optimizing DMF utilization for improved MXene dispersions in epoxy nanocomposites. (2024)
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JANJUA, A.A., YOUNAS, M., ILYAS, R.A., SHYHA, I., FAISAL, N.H., INAM, F. and SAHARUDIN, M.S. 2024. Optimizing DMF utilization for improved MXene dispersions in epoxy nanocomposites. Journal of composites science [online], 8(9), article 340. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs8090340

Dimethylformamide (DMF), a polar solvent, is commonly used for preparing graphene/epoxy nanocomposites. While previous research has commonly predominantly highlighted the improvement in physio-mechanical properties of these nanocomposites, the effect... Read More about Optimizing DMF utilization for improved MXene dispersions in epoxy nanocomposites..