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Firas Basim Ismail, Assoc. Prof. Dr.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Firas Basim Ismail

Associate Professor

Department of Mechanical Engineering

College of Engineering

03-89212020 (Ext: 6637)
Firas@uniten.edu.my

Academic Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University Technology PETRONAS/ Malaysia (2010)
  • M.Sc in Industrial Engineering, University of Technology/ Iraq (2003)
  • B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, University of Technology/ Iraq (1999)

Working Experience

Position Place of Work Start End
Associate Professor | Head of Smart Power Generation Unit Universiti Tenaga Nasional 2023 Present
Adjunct Professor Sohar University, Sultanate of Oman 2023 2025
Senior Lecturer | Head of Power Generation Unit Universiti Tenaga Nasional 2013 2023
Honorary Visiting Fellow University of Technology, Sydney 2015 2019
International Liaison Manager Universiti Tenaga Nasional 2016 2017

Research Projects

  • Development and Application of Intelligent Condition Monitoring Systems for Steam Turbine Trips
  • Development and Application of Hybrid Intelligent Condition Monitoring Systems for Steam Economizer Trips
  • Fundamental Investigation on the Input and Output of Novel Bottom Ash Crushing System in Submerged Scrapper Conveyor (SSC) for Coal-Fired Power Plant
  • Design and Development of Maintenance Optimization Systems for Coal-Fired Power Plant Generators
  • Fundamental Investigation on the input and output of novel Bottom Ash Crushing System in Submerged Scrapper Conveyor (SSC) for Coal-Fired Power Plant
  • An integrated novel, energy efficient Phase Change Material Exchanger coupled with Liquid-To-Air Membrane Energy Recovery Exchangers and Under Floor Air Supply System to replace conventional air conditioning system.
  • Design and Optical Characterization of InGaAs Thermophotovoltaic (TPV) Cells for Waste Heat Harvesting in Thermal Power Plants.
  • Development and Application of Hybrid Intelligent Condition Monitoring Systems for Boiler Tube Leak Trip
  • A novel artificial neural network for Short-term wind speed forecasting in Malaysia
  • Vegetation Encroachment study using Satellite Image
  • National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for energy sector and industrial processes for 2011
  • Gas Hydrate Formation and Heating Coil Design Pilot Skid Mounted Mercury Removal Unit (Joint Research with Centre of Excellence for Advanced Research in Fluid Flow
  • Prediction of Gas Hydrate Formation Conditions Using Hybrid Intelligent System
  • Cost optimization of a Malaysian car radiator working with nanofluid coolant using Artificial Neural Network and evolutionary computation
  • Intelligent Monitoring System for Thermal Power Plant Turbine Trips

Courses Taught

  • Advanced Technology Vehicles
  • Internal Combustion Engine
  • Mechanics of Fluids II
  • Thermodynamics II

Professional Associations

  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE): Normal Member (2021)
  • Malaysia Board of Technologists : Member (2021)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE): Normal Member (2021)
  • Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM): Normal Member (2018)
  • Energy Institute (EI), United Kingdom: Normal Member (2016)
  • Malaysian Nuclear Society (MNS): Normal Member (2016)
  • The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM): Normal Member (2014)
  • International Association of Computer Science and Information Technology (IACSIT): Normal Member (2012)
  • International Association of Engineers (IAENG): Normal Member (2012)
  • Iraqi Engineers Union : Senior Member (1999)

Recent Notable Publications

1.

Firas Basim Ismail; Prem A/L Gunnasegaran. Solar-Powered Advances In Water Desalination: A Comprehensive Review Of Recent Research. Applied Solar Energy (English Translation Of Geliotekhnika) (Nov 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

2.

Firas Basim Ismail. Enhancement Of A Pv/T Collector Using Various Nanofluids Through Half-Circular Tubes Embedded In Nanoparticle-Enhanced Phase Change Material: A Numerical And Experimental Study. Applied Thermal Engineering (Sep 2025). Journal. Cited: ISI

3.

Firas Basim Ismail. Predictive Modelling Of Oltc System Faults: Comparative Evaluation And Validation Of Machine Learning Approaches . Journal Of Engineering Science And Technology (Jestec) (Aug 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

4.

Firas Basim Ismail. Enhanced Photovoltaic/Thermal Systems With Innovative Collector Designs. International Journal Of Green Energy (Jun 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

5.

Firas Basim Ismail. Improving The Performance Of Smart Solar Energy Management By Integrating Iot And Machine-Learning. Iop Conference Series: Earth And Environmental Science (Jun 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

6.

Firas Basim Ismail. Development Of Optimized Maintenance Scheduling Model For Coal-Fired Power Plant Boiler. Evergreen (Jun 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

7.

Firas Basim Ismail; TAN EE SANN. Efficiency Investigation Of Savonius Wind Turbines: A Systematic Review Of Performance Enhancement And Conceptual Framework . Jordan Journal Of Mechanical And Industrial Engineering (Jun 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

8.

SIVADASS A/L THIRUCHELVAM; Firas Basim Ismail. Personal And Technological Determinants Of Electric Vehicle Adoption In Oman: The Moderating Role Of Government Innovation Capability. Periodicals Of Engineering And Natural Sciences (May 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

9.

SIVADASS A/L THIRUCHELVAM; Firas Basim Ismail. Personal And Technological Determinants Of Electric Vehicle Adoption In Oman: The Moderating Role Of Government Innovation Capability. Periodicals Of Engineering And Natural Sciences (May 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

10.

Firas Basim Ismail. Internet Of Things For Monitoring And Optimisation Of Stand-Alone Systems In Rural Area: An Experimental Case. Journal Of Engineering Science And Technology (Apr 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

11.

Jagadeesh Pasupuleti; Firas Basim Ismail. Leveraging Iot And Cfd To Optimize Solar Pv Module Performance In High-Temperature Environments; Case Study: Kirkuk, Iraq. Unconventional Resources (Apr 2025). Journal. Cited: ISI

12.

Firas Basim Ismail; TAN EE SANN. Numerical And Experimental Investigation Into The Effects Combined Of Hybrid Nanofluids And Micro-Finned Surfaces On Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement. International Journal Of Heat And Technology (Feb 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

13.

Jagadeesh Pasupuleti; Firas Basim Ismail. Designing Integrated Intelligent Control Systems For Photovoltaic Cooling And Dust Panels Based On Iot: Kirkuk Study, Iraq. International Journal Of Computational And Experimental Science And Engineering (Feb 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

14.

Firas Basim Ismail. Toward 2035: Renewable Energy Innovations Transforming Our Future. Proceedings Of International Conference On Artificial Life And Robotics (Feb 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

15.

Firas Basim Ismail. Empowering Decentralized Microgrids With A Blockchain-Based Peer-To-Peer Energy Trading Platform. The 2025 International Conference On Artificial Life And Robotics (Icarob2025) (Feb 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

16.

Firas Basim Ismail. Empowering Decentralized Microgrids With A Blockchain-Based Peer-To-Peer Energy Trading Platform. Proceedings Of International Conference On Artificial Life And Robotics (Feb 2025). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS

17.

Firas Basim Ismail; TAN EE SANN. Enhancing Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Generator Systems Using Carbon-Based Thermal Interface Materials: A Comprehensive Review. Nanoscale And Microscale Thermophysical Engineering (Feb 2025). Journal. Cited: ISI

18.

Firas Basim Ismail; TAN EE SANN. Experimental Study Of Photovoltaic-Thermoelectric Systems Using Thermal Interface Materials And Natural Cooling. Applied Thermal Engineering (Jan 2025). Journal. Cited: ISI

19.

Firas Basim Ismail. Fuzzy Logic Technique Based On Classification Function Application In Quality Control. Journal Of Engineering And Sustainable Development (Jan 2025). Journal. Cited: SCOPUS

20.

Firas Basim Ismail. Internet Of Things (Iot) Enhanced Renewable Energy Monitoring And Optimization For Stand-Alone Systems In Rural Area: An Experimental Study. International Conference On Sustainability Systems Development (Icssd2024) (Nov 2024). Conference Proceeding. Cited: SCOPUS