We are committed to the scholarship of discovery as it contributes to the institution’s academic advancement.
EIT focuses on the delivery of programs relevant to today’s industry needs. Consequently, we seek that our scholar research:
- includes original research that advances knowledge;
- synthesizes information across topics, disciplines and/or time; and,
- is presented in a format that will allow evaluation by others through public sharing.
Furthermore, EIT’s scholar research activities expand to ensure the inclusion of the reality of contemporary life, such as sponsoring technical conferences and events that bring together relevant industry experts and professionals to share their knowledge and industry experience in an effort to advance their particular fields.
Emergence of AI—Impact on Building Condition Index (BCI)
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura2 December, 2024
The Building Condition Index (BCI) is a widely adopted quantitative metric for assessing various aspects of a building’s condition, as it facilitates decision-making regarding maintenance, capital improvements and, most importantly, the identification of investment risk. In practice, longitudinal BCI scores are typically used to identify maintenance liabilities and trends and...Read More
Seismic Resilience of CRC- vs. RC-Reinforced Buildings: A Long-Term Evaluation
Dr Igor Shufrin28 November, 2024
Corrosion-induced degradation in reinforced concrete (RC) structures, which is initiated within the first few decades of their lifespan, significantly challenges their seismic resilience and resistance. While existing research tools can assess performance, they fall short in predicting changes in seismic resistance resulting from alterations in the core properties of RC...Read More
Building Condition Auditing (BCA)—Improving Auditability—Reducing Ambiguity
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura16 November, 2024
BCA methodically assesses the state of a building’s deterioration to support Maintenance, Safety, Function, and Compliance purposes. Originally used to assist in identifying urgent repair requirements, it has evolved and become one of the most used tools for assessing a building’s outstanding maintenance liability when a building is transacted or...Read More
Distributed Power Reserve Control in Grid-Connected Cascaded H-Bridge Converter-Based Photovoltaic Systems
Dr Hossein Tafti12 November, 2024
Grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems enhance grid stability during frequency fluctuations by adopting power reserve control (PRC) and contributing to frequency regulation. The cascaded H-bridge (CHB) converter is a suitable choice for large-scale photovoltaic systems. This paper introduces a distributed PRC strategy designed for CHB-based PV systems, necessitating minimal inter-module communication...Read More
Improving Equipment Maintenance—Switching from Corrective to Preventative Maintenance Strategies
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura11 November, 2024
This paper explores different building maintenance strategies in commercial buildings in Sydney, Australia, focusing on corrective maintenance (CM) and preventive maintenance (PM). While CM involves rectifying issues after they occur, PM aims to enhance productivity by anticipating potential issues. Although PM seems more logical, the decision to implement this type...Read More
Hybrid global flexible power point tracking algorithm for photovoltaic systems
Dr Hossein Tafti21 October, 2024
Frequency support in grid-connected photovoltaic systems is achieved by employing flexible power point tracking (FPPT) algorithms. Subsequently, according to the grid frequency requirements, the PV power is curtailed to a power reference, unlike the traditional method of operating the PV at the maximum power point. In practical cases, the PV...Read More
Evaluation of Existing Reinforced Concrete Buildings for Seismic Retrofit through External Stiffening: Limit Displacement Method
Dr Igor Shufrin4 September, 2024
This study introduces an alternative approach to the assessment of the earthquake resistance of existing buildings and the evaluation of the requirements for seismic retrofit through external stiffening. Instead of assessing individual structural components, we evaluate the entire building using a nonlinear static pushover analysis. Earthquake resistance of the building...Read More
Enhancing Open BIM Interoperability: Automated Generation of a Structural Model from an Architectural Model
Dr Shasha Wang10 August, 2024
Building information modelling (BIM) is an appreciated technology in the field of architecture and construction management. Collaboration of information in BIM has not been fully utilized in the structural engineering stream as many engineers keep on working with previous prevailing design approaches. Failure to adequately facilitate automation in design could...Read More
Buckling Instability of Monopiles in Liquefied Soil via Structural Reliability Assessment Framework
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura26 July, 2024
During devastating earthquakes, soil liquefaction has disastrous outcomes on bridge foundations, as mentioned in books and published research. To avoid foundation failure when the surrounding soil is fully liquefied, a bridge’s pile foundation design could be such that the bridge pier is directly resting on the top of a large-diameter...Read More
Enhanced energy storage utilization under partial shading conditions in a microgrid with flexible photovoltaic power control
Dr Hossein Tafti25 July, 2024
Flexible power point tracking (FPPT)-based photovoltaic (PV) controls are widely applied to mitigate PV power fluctuations due to intermittent irradiance changes. In dc microgrid (dcMG) systems, the utilization of a battery energy storage system (BESS) can be alleviated by adjusting the PV power generation to meet the demand. However, conventional...Read More
A Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Approach for Assessing the Sustainability of an Innovative Pin-Connected Structural System
Dr Ana Evangelista, Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura19 July, 2024
Structural design plays a very important role in reducing environmental impacts by reusing resources, recycling materials, and minimizing waste and pollution in the construction sector. Sustainable design becomes more effective than traditional solutions in achieving the transition to sustainability. The decision-making process is not simple due to the different preferences...Read More
Enhancing Student Engagement: Strategies for Effective Online Laboratory Instruction
Dr Milind Siddhpura, Dr Arti Siddhpura, Harisinh Parmar and Indumathi V3 July, 2024
In this paper, the authors delve into the intricate world of online laboratories and virtual experimentation within the realm of pedagogy. With the rapid advancement of technology and the increasing demand for remote and flexible learning environments, educators find themselves confronted with the challenge of adapting traditional laboratory experiences to...Read More
Revolutionizing Engineering Education: EIT’S Innovative Remote LAB Platform
Harisinh Parmar, Indumathi V, Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura1 July, 2024
Engineering education relies heavily on practical exposure in labs and hands-on experience with fundamental concepts. With the rise of online education, universities are increasingly offering online courses. However, translating real-world, hands-on experiences into virtual settings pose significant challenges. The authors discuss the opportunities and difficulties of transitioning offline experiments into...Read More
A Comparison Analysis of Buildings as per Norwegian and Ethiopia ES-EN1998-1 Seismic Code
Dr Ana Evangelista17 June, 2024
Co Author EIT Student Mistreselasie AbateAn earthquake is one of the most significant and shocking natural disasters ever documented anywhere on the planet. Throughout history, it has claimed millions of lives and wreaked devastation on infrastructure. Because earthquake forces are spontaneous and unpredictable, engineering methods must be honed to investigate...Read More
Asset maintenance in Australian commercial buildings
Dr Ana Evangelista and Dr Milind Siddhpura14 June, 2024
Introduction: This study examines the complex link between regular maintenance procedures and the effectiveness of business-related assets in Australia. Commercial buildings are essential to the country’s economy, and the variables affecting their worth must be carefully analysed. Methods: This study evaluates the relationship between asset value and maintenance frequency, examines...Read More
3D Printing: Technology, Applications, and Future Prospects
Leah Shelene Asaram and Dr Vishal Sharma7 June, 2024
In this insightful blog, we investigate the transformative field of additive manufacturing. The Engineering Institute of Technology’s (EIT) senior Mechanical Engineering on-campus lecturer and the Doctor of Engineering Research Coordinator, Dr. Vishal Sharma, provides a demonstration of 3D printing from its fundamental principles to its diverse applications across industries. With extensive experience...Read More
An Optimization Algorithm for Embedded Raspberry Pi Pico Controllers for Solar Tree Systems
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman30 April, 2024
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems stand out as a promising solution for generating clean, carbon-free energy. However, traditional solar panel installations often require extensive land resources, which could become scarce as the population grows. To address this challenge, innovative approaches are needed to maximize solar power generation within limited spaces. One...Read More
Implementation and Performance Evaluation of a Model Predictive Controller for a Semi-Autogenous Grinding Mill
Dr Dipali R. Shende20 April, 2024
This paper investigates the implementation of a model-based predictive control (MPC) strategy to improve the performance of a semi-autogenous grinding (SAG) mill in a uranium mineral processing plant. The SAG mill, crucial in crushing and grinding uranium ore to the desired size, is currently managed using conventional proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controllers....Read More
A Review on the Recent Trends in Forming Composite Joints Using Spot Welding Variants
Dr Aravinthan Arumugam19 April, 2024
Traditional resistance spot welding (RSW) has been unsuccessful in forming quality composite joints between steel– or aluminum–polymer-based composites. This has led to the development of spot welding variants such as friction stir spot welding (FFSW), ultrasonic spot welding (USW), and laser spot welding (LSW). The paper reviewed the differences in...Read More
Failure Mode and Effect Analysis in the Risk Assessment of the Main Engine System of an Anchor Handling Tug Supply Vessel
Dr Arti Siddhpura4 April, 2024
in the shipping industry, machinery and engine failure has been cited as the foremost cause of shipping incidents. Thus, ship owners and operators are now focused on achieving a safe and reliable ship system throughout a vessel’s lifespan through effective maintenance. This is very important for offshore supply vessels like...Read More
Design Optimization of a Grid-Tied Hybrid System for a Department at a University with a Dispatch Strategy-Based Assessment
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman23 March, 2024
In this research project, the optimal design and design evaluation of a hybrid microgrid based on solar photovoltaics, wind turbines, batteries, and diesel generators were performed. The conventional grid-tied mode was used in addition to dispatch strategy-based control. The study’s test location was the loads in the Electrical, Electronic and...Read More
Soil liquefaction in seismic events: pioneering predictive models using machine learning and advanced regression techniques
Dr Pouyan Abbasimaedeh16 March, 2024
This study goes into the complex area of predicting soil liquefaction potential, a crucial issue in geotechnical engineering. The work presents a novel viewpoint on forecasting soil liquefaction occurrences by combining traditional geotechnical concepts with cutting-edge machine-learning approaches. The research maintains authenticity and credibility in its conclusions by using real-world...Read More
Additive manufacturing in the COVID-19 pandemic: Equipment and challenges?
Dr Vishal Sharma25 February, 2024
Nowadays, the COVID-19 pandemic spreads all over the world. Every community is helping in the pandemic situation. All communities, like material scientists, medical practitioners, engineers, and healthcare professionals, are collaborating with each other to fight against the pandemic situation. Therefore, manufacturing engineers also play a role in COVID-19. There are...Read More
Review of the Short-Term Properties of Confined Seawater Sea Sand Concrete Columns under Compression
Mohamed A. El-Reedy18 February, 2024
The environmental concerns raised by the over-exploitation of fresh water and river sand have driven researchers to explore seawater sea sand concrete (SWSSC) as a substitute for conventional concrete in structural columns. With numerous investigations on this in the past, there is a need to systematically classify and comprehensively understand...Read More
Machine learning decision-making tools – eco friendly materials
Dr Ana Evangelista16 February, 2024
Recycled concrete has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials due to its reduced environmental impact and cost-effectiveness. The physical and mechanical properties of recycled concrete, however, can vary significantly, making it challenging to ensure consistent quality. Machine learning (ML) techniques have been increasingly applied to predict and...Read More
Assessment of concrete and cementitious materials
Dr Ana Evangelista16 February, 2024
Concrete and cementitious materials are widely used in construction due to their durability, strength, and ability to withstand various environmental conditions. The assessment of these materials is crucial to ensure their quality, performance, and long service life. Cementitious materials, such as Portland cement, silica fume, fly ash, and slag, are...Read More
Life cycle sustainability assessment applied in the built environment
Dr Karoline Figueiredo16 February, 2024
This chapter discusses the application of the life cycle sustainability assessment (LCSA) methodology in the built environment, focusing on improving construction material selection. The LCSA framework provides representative results of project life cycle impacts based on a triple-bottom-line approach, allowing practitioners to minimize their construction projects’ adverse environmental, economic, and...Read More
Concluding remarks: future directions and emerging trends in sustainable material selection for the built environment
Dr Karoline Figueiredo16 February, 2024
The final chapter of this book explores future directions and emerging trends in sustainable materials selection. It serves as a concluding reflection on the book’s themes, highlighting critical areas of development and providing insights into the evolving landscape of sustainability in the built environment. This chapter will present the following...Read More
Importance of Material Selection to Achieve Sustainable Construction
Dr Milind Siddhpura and Dr Arti Siddhpura16 February, 2024
This chapter delves into the range of material selection methods to achieve sustainable construction. After the brief introduction, definition, and benefits of sustainable construction, it discusses four main phases of the building life cycle, including production, construction, operation, and end-of-life and their environmental impacts, followed by the classification of sustainable...Read More
Influence of martensitic transformation on the surface integrity aspects during sustainable turning of NiTi-SMA
Dr Vishal Sharma25 January, 2024
In an era where the equipment manufacturing industry is swiftly transitioning towards intelligent systems, the demand for high-performance materials that can adapt and respond to environmental changes is escalating. Among these, Nickel-Titanium (NiTi) Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) stand out due to their unique ability to return to their original shape...Read More
Chapter 26 – Concrete waste and aggregates
Dr Ana Evangelista12 January, 2024
Concrete waste is one of the highest proportions of the total construction and demolition materials. Most of the concrete waste generated is sent to landfills. Part of the concrete waste is used as recycled aggregate for producing recycled aggregate concrete; however, recycled aggregate concrete is only used on a limited...Read More
Improving Sustainability in the Built Environment through a BIM-based Integration of Digital Twin and Blockchain.
Dr Karoline Figueiredo31 December, 2023
As one of the largest industries globally, and given its significant environmental, social, and economic impacts, construction plays a crucial role in sustainability. The use of digital twins offers a possible avenue for enhancing the sustainability of this sector by improving the sustainable decision-making process. However, the challenge is that...Read More
Government investment in solar in large scale projects vs distributed installation
Dr Arti Siddhpura, Indumathi V and Dr Milind Siddhpura30 November, 2023
The paper focuses on the existing policy framework of the Australian Government concerning solar projects. At present, the policy exhibits preference for favouring large-scale solar projects over distributed installations, a perspectve the authors contend should be reversed.. Authors have systematically assessed the potential benefits of distributed installations for all the...Read More
Environmentally Friendly Smart Construction—Review of Recent Developments and Opportunities
Dr Igor Shufrin27 November, 2023
Modern economic, social and environmental challenges require a new type of construction that ensures resilience, low construction costs and ease of maintenance. Material production, manufacturing of structural elements and final assembly should minimise the environmental impacts, such as greenhouse emissions and waste production. This review aims to identify the key...Read More
Upgradation of Metering Infrastructure of Low Voltage Distributed Network in Nottingham Road, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
Dr Yuanyuan Fan23 November, 2023
Metering Infrastructure of Low Voltage Distributed Network. The management of electricity distribution faces numerous challenges, including energy losses arising from technical and non-technical issues such as electricity theft. Energy losses due to theft have a significant global impact, including in South Africa (SA). SA rural areas are suffering from poor...Read More
Development of a Robotic Hand Controlled by a Glove
Dr Milind Siddhpura and Dr Arti Siddhpura16 October, 2023
The 3D-printed arm is actuated with 5 servos, which are controlled with an Arduino microcontroller board, which receives wireless transmission from the operator's glove with flex sensors on each finger. All the electronics are powered using an external source of battery power. This prototype 3D-printed arm can work on various...Read More
A Comprehensive Review of the State-of-the-Art of Secondary Control Strategies for Microgrids
Dr Yuanyuan Fan15 September, 2023
The proliferation of distributed energy resources in distribution systems has given rise to a new concept known as Microgrids (MGs). The effective control of MGs is a crucial aspect that needs to be prioritized before undertaking any implementation procedure. This article provides a comprehensive overview of hierarchical control methods that...Read More
A Machine Learning Perspective to the Investigation of Surface Integrity of Al/SiC/Gr Composite on EDM
Dr Vishal Sharma8 September, 2023
The machining of composite materials presents unique challenges due to their intricate material properties. Conventional mechanical machining often falls short in achieving the desired precision and surface integrity, leading to the exploration of alternative techniques such as Electric Discharge Machining (EDM). Our latest research delves into the sophisticated world of...Read More
Enhancing Off-Grid Renewable Systems with Demand-Side Management
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman26 June, 2023
Using Energy Conservation-Based Demand-Side Management to Optimize an Off-Grid Integrated Renewable Energy System Using Different Battery TechnologiesRural electrification is necessary for both the country’s development and the well-being of the villagers. The current study investigates the feasibility of providing electricity to off-grid villages in the Indian state of Odisha by...Read More
Improved HVDC Reactive Power Control Using Fuzzy PI
Mitchell Boswell and Ehsan Gatavi7 June, 2023
With the growing use of alternate power generation sources such as wind and solar, HVDC systems are an important enabler for power distribution between grids and enable a range of alternate sources connecting to the grid. Unlike AC systems, the HVDC system does not suffer from reactive power losses providing...Read More
Aggregate Production Planning through Memetic Passing Vehicle Search
Dr Milind Siddhpura31 May, 2023
Aggregate production planning (APP) deals with the simultaneous determination of plant’s production, inventory and vocation levels over a finite time horizon. The aim of aggregate production planning is to finalize overall output levels in the near to medium future in uncertain demands. In this paper, three different cases of aggregate...Read More
ϵ-constraint passing vehicle search (ϵ-PVS) algorithm for multi-objective engineering design
Dr Arti Siddhpura31 May, 2023
This paper describes an effective ϵ-constraint passing vehicle search (ϵ-PVS) method for the multi-objective engineering design problems. This method solves the multiobjective optimization problems by solving a set of single objective sub-problems. The effectiveness of the method is measured by implementing it on the challenging multiobjective engineering design problems with...Read More
Aggregate Production Planning through Memetic Passing Vehicle Search
Dr Milind Siddhpura31 May, 2023
Aggregate production planning (APP) deals with the simultaneous determination of plant’s production, inventory and vocation levels over a finite time horizon. The aim of aggregate production planning is to finalize overall output levels in the near to medium future in uncertain demands. In this paper, three different cases of aggregate...Read More
Review on Ship Onboard Machinery Maintenance Strategy Selection Using Multi-Criteria Optimization
Dr Arti Siddhpura and Dr Milind Siddhpura31 May, 2023
Marine shipping is an important aspect of the transportation system in Canada. It is estimated that 70-80% of items that we are surrounded by and use daily are brought by ships. Canadian businesses need to sell to the world and ships carries their products abroad. For people that live in...Read More
Evaluation of Civil Engineering students’ performance comparing online versus on-campus delivery mode
Dr Ana Evangelista, Indumathi V and Dr Shasha Wang22 May, 2023
Over the last decade, the educational sector worldwide has been steadily embracing the digital technology revolution by integrating industry 4.0 and web 3.0/4.0/5.0 concepts. Many higher education institutions are leveraging this opportunity offered by the advancements in digital technology and are strongly investing in e-Learning systems offering flexible and blended...Read More
Using electroencephalography (EEG) to Determine Student Attention in the Classroom
Indumathi V22 May, 2023
The Higher Education landscape caters to the learning requirement for a large and diverse cohort of students. With diversity comes the additional challenge for educators to design engaging learning content and environment that holds the student's attention in the classroom. This paper presents the evolution of a PhD research topic...Read More
Comparative Response Spectrum Analysis on 15- and 50-Story Reinforced Concrete Buildings Having Shear Walls with and without Openings as per EN1998-1 Seismic Code
Dr Ana Evangelista16 May, 2023
Medium-rise reinforced concrete (RC) framed apartment complexes with stories ranging from 15 to 50 are becoming more common in Ethiopia’s main cities. In these RC-framed structures, shear walls are included for lateral load resistance. As apertures are frequently provided in shear walls, it is critical to evaluate their influence on...Read More
Cloud-Empowered Data-Centric Paradigm for Smart Manufacturing
Dr Akhlaqur Rahman3 April, 2023
In the manufacturing industry, there are claims about a novel system or paradigm to overcome current data interpretation challenges. Anecdotally, these studies have not been completely practical in real-world applications (e.g., data analytics). This article focuses on smart manufacturing (SM), proposed to address the inconsistencies within manufacturing that are often...Read More
Effect of Fiber Type and Content on dynamic tensile behavior of Fiber-Reinforced High-Strength Concrete determined by a split Hopkinson pressure bar
Dr Shasha Wang31 March, 2023
This paper presents an experimental study on the dynamic tensile performance of high-strength concrete reinforced with fibers of different types and contents. In total, five different high-strength concretes with a similar compressive strength of 85 MPa were investigated. One of the five concrete was a plain high-strength concrete (HSC) as...Read More
A comprehensive review on recent developments in materials and technological parameters for plasma transferred arc hard facing process
Dr Milind Siddhpura9 February, 2023
Critical equipments of process and heavy engineering industries are prone to significant wear due to intense service conditions. Uneven and uncontrolled wear causes significant changes in dimensional and geometrical accuracies of the part surfaces, which adversely affect the parts’ functionality and service life of these parts. Shorter service life of...Read More