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Azrul bin Mohd Ariffin, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr.

Assoc. Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin

Director & Associate Professor

Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering

College of Engineering

03-89212020 (Ext: 7604/7335)
Azrula@uniten.edu.my

Academic Qualifications

  • PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, University of Southampton, UK (2008)
  • BEng (1st Class Honors) in Electrical Engineering, University of Southampton, UK (2004)

Working Experience

Position Place of Work Start End
Associate Professor UNITEN 2017 Present
Director, Strategic Planning Centre (SPC) UNITEN 2022 2024
Director, Programme Management Office UNITEN 2016 2020
Senior Lecturer UNITEN 2008 2016
Research Assistant University of Southampton, UK 2007 2008

Research Projects

  • An Investigation to Reduce SAIDI by Enhancing Cable Fault Pinpointing using Hybrid PD-TDR Cable Reflectometry Technique
  • Assessment to Optimize Substation Grounding Design under High Frequency and Transient Faults in Multilayer Soil Conditions using Transient Modelling Approach
  • XLPE Cable Defect Detection Using TDR Experimental Set-Up
  • Evaluation of Polymeric-Based Insulation with Nanocomposites via Space Charge Measurement
  • Assessment of Thermal Stress via Hybrid Detection System of Overhead High Voltage Power Transmission Lines
  • Condition-based Maintenance Techniques to Assess the Performance of Medium Voltage Overhead Lines
  • Energy Efficiency Studies on Wastewater Treatment Plant
  • Develop Guidelines on TNB Equipment Parameters for Power System Transient Modelling and Simulation
  • Development of Utility Scale Solar Plant Model Incorporating Environmental Elements for Solar Plant Output Predictions and Grid Connection Studies
  • Analysis of Different Transient Phenomena within Underground Cables in Sustaining Continuous Power Delivery
  • Design of Maximum Power Point Tracker (MPPT) System Suitable for Solar Car
  • Analysis of the Wave Propagation Characteristics in Degraded XLPE Cables From High Frequency Cable Models
  • Evaluation of Fault Current Distribution to Design Optimized Substation Earthing System
  • Analysis of Cable Insulation Performance via Polarization and Depolarization Current Characteristics
  • Development of a Simulation Tool to Predict Solar Power Output based on Real-Time Temperature and Insolation Measurements
  • Determination of Wave Propagation Characteristics through High Voltage Polymeric Cable Models
  • Analysis and Characterization of Acoustic Emission Signals from Partial Discharge in Oil-Pressboard Insulation System
  • Study of Space Charge and Electroluminescence Phenomenon in Solid Dielectrics subjected to High Electrical Field
  • Analysis of the Wave Propagation Characteristics in Degraded XLPE Cable
  • Development of Manual for Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) of Overhead Lines
  • Simulation of Polarization and Depolarization Current in Underground Cable Insulation System
  • A Feasibility Study to Detect the Location of Water Trees in Medium Voltage XLPE Cable using Travelling Wave Propagation Technique
  • Electro-Acoustic Measurement and Simulation Modelling of Space Charge Accumulation within Polymeric Cable Insulation with Nanocomposites
  • An Improved Power Cable Treeing Detection Technique using Time-Frequency Domain Reflectometry to Reduce Electricity Disruption

Courses Taught

  • Circuit Analysis 1
  • Circuit Analysis l
  • Electrical Installations
  • Electrical/Electronics Measurement Lab

Professional Associations

  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2022)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2021)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2020)
  • Malaysia Board of Technologist (MBOT): Normal Member (2020)
  • Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM): Normal Member (2019)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2019)
  • The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM): Normal Member (2018)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2018)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2016)
  • IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (DEIS) Malaysia Chapter: Exco (2015)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET): Normal Member (2011)
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE): Senior Member (2008)

Recent Notable Publications

1.

KUAN TZE MEI; PROF. MADYA DR. MOHAMED ANSARI MOHAMED NAINAR; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; Miszaina Osman. Experimental Detection Of Thermal Degradation In Mv Underground Cable Joints Using Combined Electrical And Thermal Diagnostics. International Conference On Applied Artificial Intelligence, Data Engineering And Sciences 2025 (Icaides 2025) (Dec 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

2.

KUAN TZE MEI; PROF. MADYA DR. MOHAMED ANSARI MOHAMED NAINAR; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; Miszaina Osman. Thermal Degradation In Underground Cable Joints: Techniques, Causes, And Diagnostic Advances – A Review. International Conference On Electrical And Electronic Engineering 2025 (Icon3e2025) (Nov 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

3.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Unveiling Insights On Scientometric Exploration Of Trends In Power Cable Research – A Review. Pertanika Journal Of Science And Technology (Sep 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

4.

Miszaina Osman; GOH SU MEI; Nur Azzammudin Bin Rahmat; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Manual Pemasangan Mobile Genset. Manual Pemasangan Mobile Genset (Jul 2025). Other. Cited: None

5.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; KUAN TZE MEI. Influence Of Soil Thermal Resistivity On Underground Cable Temperature In Tunnel For Dynamic Cable Rating Study. 2025 Ieee 5Th International Conference In Power Engineering Applications (Icpea) (Jul 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

6.

Mohd Zafri Bin Baharuddin; FARAH HANI BTE NORDIN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. High-Speed Camera Observation Of A Cloud-To-Ground Flash From A Tropical Thunderstorm. 13Th Asia-Pacific International Conference On Lightning (Apl 2025) (Jun 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

7.

Mohd Zafri Bin Baharuddin; FARAH HANI BTE NORDIN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. High-Speed Camera Observation Of A Cloud-To-Ground Flash From A Tropical Thunderstorm. 2025 13Th Asia-Pacific International Conference On Lightning (Apl) (Jun 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

8.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Acoustic Emission Partial Discharge Localization In Oil Based On Artificial Bee Colony. Pertanika Journal Of Science And Technology (Jan 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

9.

Kiran Shahapurkar; KUAN TZE MEI; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Effect Of Tib2 Particles On The Compressive, Hardness, And Water Absorption Responses Of Kulkual Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites. Reviews On Advanced Materials Science (Jan 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

10.

Mohd Zafri Bin Baharuddin; FARAH HANI BTE NORDIN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; Maryam Huda Binti Ahmad Phesal. Design And Development Of A Rocket-Triggered Lightning Facility In Malaysia. Iclp 2024; 37Th International Conference On Lightning Protection (Sep 2024). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

11.

Mohd Zafri Bin Baharuddin; Maryam Huda Binti Ahmad Phesal; Maryam Huda Binti Ahmad Phesal; FARAH HANI BTE NORDIN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Design And Development Of A Rocket-Triggered Lightning Facility In Malaysia. 37Th International Conference On Lightning Protection (Sep 2024). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

12.

Mohd Zafri Bin Baharuddin; FARAH HANI BTE NORDIN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Design And Development Of A Rocket-Triggered Lightning Facility In Malaysia. 37Th International Conference On Lightning Protection (Sep 2024). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

13.

KUAN TZE MEI; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; Muhamad Safwan Bin Abd Rahman. Innovative Approaches For Augmenting Dielectric Properties In Cross-Linked Polyethylene (Xlpe): A Review. Heliyon (Jul 2024). Journal. Cited: ISI

14.

Kiran Shahapurkar; KUAN TZE MEI; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Flexural Behavior Of Epoxy Composites Reinforced With Banana Fibers In Different Architectures: Experimental, Analytical, And Numerical Approaches. Biomass Conversion And Biorefinery (Jul 2024). Journal. Cited: ISI

15.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Comprehensive Analysis Of Insulator Performance In High Voltage Transmission Systems: Implications For Efficient Power Transfer. Journal Of Advanced Research In Applied Mechanics (Mar 2024). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

16.

SUHAILA BINTI SULAIMAN; Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Analysis Of Induced Sheath Voltage And Current Within Underground Power Cables. International Journal Of Intelligent Systems And Applications In Engineering (Ijisae) (Mar 2024). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

17.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin. Consumption-Based Priority Algorithm For Energy Consumption. Journal Of Advanced Research In Applied Sciences And Engineering Technology (Jan 2024). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

18.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; SUHAILA BINTI SULAIMAN. Development Of Condition Assessment Criteria For Medium Voltage Underground Cable Water Ingress Joint Using Combined Diagnostic Testing. Ieee Conference On Energy Conversion (Cencon) 2023 (Oct 2023). Conference Proceeding. Cited: Indexing In Progress

19.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; SUHAILA BINTI SULAIMAN. Development Of Condition Assessment Criteria For Medium Voltage Underground Cable Water Ingress Joint Using Combined Diagnostic Testing. Ieee Conference On Energy Conversion (Cencon) 2023 (Oct 2023). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

20.

Azrul Bin Mohd Ariffin; Miszaina Osman. Revolutionizing Oman's Energy Network With An Optimal Mixture Renewable Energy Source. Aims Energy (Jul 2023). Journal. Cited: ISI