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Final Year Project Management System

School of Mechanical Engineering
LIST OF FINAL YEAR PROJECTS 2010/2011 [Back]
No. Title Code Synopsis Requirements Remarks

1 Wing Fixed Leading ARO1 The Wing Fixed Research is carried out with Spirit Simulation, Design,
Edge(FLE) Leading Edge (FLE) AeroSystems (M) Sdn Bhd. Student is Case study/Survey
Blowdown Panel Blowdown panels expected to communicate and travel to
Design function to alleviate Spirit in Subang, where a field
(Collaborative any access pressure supervisor will be assigned.
research with Spirit resulting from a
AeroSystems (M) pneumatic bleed air
Sdn Bhd). duct failure within the
various bays in the
fixed leading edge of
the wing. These
blowdown panels are
designed to be stiff
enough to resist
normal flight pressures
but weak enough to
“fail” under increased
internal pressure with
the structure. The
objective of the project
is to design alternative
means to alleviate the
pneumatic bleed air
duct pressure within a
particular bay in the
fixed leading edge i.e.
to provide means to
protect the aircraft
structure and the
associated components
from an overpressure
as a consequence of
the Pneumatic Bleed
Air Duct
failure/rupture.
2 Composite Drilled ARO2 Improving drilling cost Research is carried out with Spirit Experimental
Holes Quality Based on composite AeroSystems (M) Sdn Bhd. Student is
on RPM and Drilling structures is depending expected to communicate and travel to
Feed Rate on prolonging the Spirit in Subang, where a field
(Collaborative useful life of drills. This supervisor will be assigned.
research with Spirit can be achieved
AeroSystems (M) through the
Sdn Bhd). identification and
controlling of the
optimum drill speed
(RPM) or drilling
surface speed and the
drilling feed rate while
maintaining the
respective
requirements which are
controlled by the
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process specification.
The objective of this
project is to perform
composite drilling on
composite test panels
which shall represent
the drilling process on
actual composite
component. The
drilling RPM and drilling
feed rate which will
achieve maximum drill
life for a particular drill
design are to be
identified. The drilled
test panels shall be
micro-sectioned and
analysed to ensure the
drilled holes are of
good quality i.e. where
potential micro cracks
which are introduced
by undesired drilling
processes are not
present.
3 Design and ARO3 Traditionally panels Research is carried out with Spirit Simulation, Design
development of have been and are AeroSystems (M) Sdn Bhd. Student is
quick release being fastened using expected to communicate and travel to
fastener (QRF) in standard bolt/anchor Spirit in Subang, where a field
aircraft structures nut or quick release supervisor will be assigned.
(Collaborative stud/receptacles
research with Spirit combination. One of
AeroSystems (M) the major problems
Sdn Bhd). with the quick release
fastener is the reduced
allowable for the stud
(tensile & shear)
compared to standard
bolt. This due to the
fastener structure
which suits the quick
release mechanism.
For the purpose of this
study, the standard
bolted joint shall be
considered as the
baseline joint method.
Design an alternative
quick release fastener
or a complete new
attachment
system/mechanism
which has increased
allowable or similar
allowable to the
baseline joint.
4 Development of ARO4 The requirements for Research is carried out with CTRM Experimental
testing tensile and (AC). Student is expected to
methodologies for compression coupon communicate and travel to CTRM in
tensile and tests of Airbus on Melaka, where a field supervisor will
compression tests composite laminates be assigned.
of composite are high and requires
laminates based on proper analysis.
Airbus requirement Currently, there is lack

(Collaborative of scientific study at
research with CTRM in particular, to
Composite look at the problems
Technology and and issues pertaining
Research Malaysia to the tests. The
(CTRM) Aero- objective of the project
Composite to develop
Division). methodologies with
regards to both
testings, which involve
samples preparation,
pre-testing
preparation, testing
and analysis of the test
results.
5 Development of ASM1 The work involves the Good knowledge n mechanical- Experimental,
thermo-mechanical selective and adaptive electrical instrumentation is as added Simulation
treatment system approach of multiple advantage.
mechanical-electrical
components and
gadgets in setting up
experimental work for
thermomechanical
treatment of thin wire.
6 Design ASM2 The work involves the Good skill in Solidwork and knowledge Experimental,
improvement of identification of one in engineering simulation software Simulation
Proton Exora feasible component of
component Proton Exora for design
improvement,
specifically to reduce
the manufacturing or
component cost. It
may also involve
engineering analysis
using commercial
simulation software.
7 Design ASM3 The work involves the Good skill in Solidwork and knowledge Experimental,
improvement of a identification of one in engineering simulation software Simulation
Proton Saga feasible component of
component Proton Exora for design
improvement,
specifically to reduce
the manufacturing or
component cost. It
may also involve
engineering analysis
using commercial
simulation software.
8 Improvement of ASM4 The work involves the Background knowledge in engineering Case study/Survey
tire manufacturing layout study of one economics and good skill in statistical
process plan and section of tire analysis
schedule manufacturing process.
The improvement of
process plan and
schedule is optimized
against down time and
waste.
9 Numerical ASM5 The work involves the Good skill in solid modeling and finite Simulation
simulation of solid modeling and element analysis
gradient structure numerical analysis of
of thin plate and thin plate and wire
wire with gradient structure.
Parametric analysis will

then be carried out to
predict the physical
behavior of the
specimen and
subsequently the
empirical equations can
be developed to
explain the behavior.
10 Development and AYA1 Theme: Bottom billion Experimental
testing of cement- – green technology
polymer composite projects
from plastic waste.
11 Design and AYA2 Theme: Bottom billion Analytical/Programming,
manufacturability – green technology Design
analysis of low- projects
cost, high reliability
wind- based energy
producing
contraption.
12 Design and AYA3 Analytical/Programming,
manufacturability Design
analysis of low-
ergonomic dental
chair.
13 Design and AYA4 Design
manufacturability
analysis of low-
ergonomic infant
incubator.
14 Design and AYA5 Design
manufacturability
analysis of low cost
high reliability
ergonomics
hospital bed
15 INVESTIGATING CJF1 Electronic components Case study/Survey
AND SOLVING mounted on a printed
MATERIAL LOSS IN circuit board come in
PRINTED CIRCUIT various sizes with some
BOARD ASSEMBLY are extremely tiny. The
handling and even
during process
specifically on surface
mounting often result
certain percentage of
material losses which
are difficult to trace. As
this problem is rather
common in the
respective industry and
have caused significant
discrepancy in material
planning and
manufacturing costing,
the project intends first
to investigate the
possible causes leading
to such material losses
in a case study factory
and then proposing

suited solutions.
16 VISUAL PULL CJF2 The main component Case study/Survey
SYSTEM FOR RAW for electronics
PRINTED CIRCUIT assembly industry is
BOARD printed circuit board
WITHDRAWAL TO (PCB) on which various
SURFACE electronic components
MOUNTED will be fixed to at
DEVICES surface mounted
device (SMD). The
handling of PCB from
warehouse to SMD
process is challenging
considered various
aspects of PCB such as
its delicateness,
collective weight and
bulkiness as well as the
permitted hour of
exposure to room
environment.
Meanwhile, SMD
generally is the
bottleneck process in
an electronics
assembly. Therefore,
management
constantly demands all
raw materials,
including raw PCB to
be immediately
available through
buffering to ensure
continuous process at
the device. Under such
situation, there is a
need to design and
develop a suitable pull
system to cater all the
conflicting
requirements
abovementioned. The
methodology used is
value stream mapping
whereby current status
of processes involved is
first investigated,
followed by systematic
development of future
version of the system
envisaged if
successfully performing
a coordinated series of
improvements. The
emphasis of the future
system is to be in line
with the visual pull
system to seamlessly
maintaining the flow at
the SMD as well as
minimising the buffer
stock required.
17 SIMULATION Cellular manufacturing The student will have to attach to the Simulation, Design,
ANALYSIS AND CJF3 system facilitates lean case study factory during semester Case study/Survey
IMPLEMENTATION manufacturing in terms break for one month period. As only
PLAN FOR of flexibility and control meagre allowance (about RM500)will
CONVERSION simplification. be given to cover the transportation
FROM JOB SHOP However, the cost, only students staying near Prai
SYSTEM TO conversion from an area are encouraged to select this title.
CELLULAR existing job shop In addition, the student must also has
MANUFACTURING system to a cellular a strong interest in lean manufacturing
SYSTEM manufacturing system system. This company has been
requires two concerns practiced lean for years. Previous
to be addressed. As students working in this company are
numerous variants of all having good experience and growed
such system could be tremendously in term of manufacturing
conceived, the primary concept.
concern is the ability of
a selected variant to
meet the factory
production demand.
The second concern
would be the feasibility
of the implementation
plan, such as on
refining layout, stage
by stage adaptation
roadmap for operators
involved on new
standard procedures
either for actual
production or
maintenance routine
(5S). The project is a
case study on a newly
constructed cellular
manufacturing system
adopted by an
electronic assembly
factory located in Prai.
In reference to the
concerns
aforementioned, the
first part of this project
is to conduct a
computer simulation
study, using Witness,
of the alternative
variants of the cellular
manufacturing system.
The second part is to
generate a feasible
implementation plan
for such conversion.
18 LEAN AWARENESS CJF4 The common challenge The project does not involve Case study/Survey
PROGRAM FOR faced by manufacturing experiment and complex analysis.
OPERATORS company in its initial However, the challenge will be the
THROUGH lean implementation is student has to deal with
PROGRESSIVE to create necessary communication with the operators. As
TRAINING AND awareness about the most operators are Malay, it is hoped
KAIZEN TEAMING relevant concept, the student found can be fluent in
particularly at the Bahasa Malaysia. The project will
operator level. The provide a huge potential for student
awareness can be for their future career as the work
created via a done here is very much in need in
progressive training many industries.
approach. Eventually
the training should be

taken over by a kaizen
team formed by
operators themselves
to ensure the
sustainability of the
awareness. The
project’s work involves
a small medium size
enterprise situated in
Nibong Tebal. The
student first requires
conducting a lean
assessment on the
company with a given
technique. Based on
the assessment result,
the student has to
design and provide
about five training
sessions for the
operators working in
that company. Finally,
a kaizen team should
be formed, initiated by
the student, to in
charge of the lean
awareness program.
19 MULTIPLE CJF5 The project is a case The student will have to attach to the
STANDARDIZED study taking place in case study factory during semester
VISUAL PULL Spirit Aero located in break for one month period. As only
SYSTEM TO Subang. Currently the meagre allowance (about RM500)will
SYNCHRONISE communication in the be given to cover the transportation
INPLANT shop floor is by word of cost, only students staying at Selangor
PRODUCTION mouth with limited area are encouraged to select this title.
FLOW usage of visual control In addition, the student must also has
infrastructure. There a strong interest in lean manufacturing
are cases whereby system.
information is missed
out by staff and leads
to disruption in the
production flow. For
the purpose of this
study, a pull system
shall be considered as
the solution with the
preference being that
of a visual system. The
pull system proposed
should be able to
control the production
flow as accordingly to
the Takt Time. In
addition, the visual
system should meet
the certain criteria,
such as effectiveness
to provide necessary
information, facilitating
communication and
easy to maintain. The
project will be guided
closely by an
experienced lean US
consultant from the

company, therefore it
is a huge incentive for
student who is
interested in lean
concept and would like
to see how such
system works in real
life industry.
20 3D Objects EAB1 To do Keen to learn Image Acquisition Experimental,
Matching using Algorithm, Coding using MATLAB Simulation (Elmi Abu
CAD Model and (Training Provided). Bakar-new lecturer:
Stereo Image Instrumentation
System)
21 Feature Extraction EAB2 To do Programming knowledge MATLAB Simulation (Elmi Abu
of Casting Objects (Training Provided) Bakar-new lecturer:
using Model based Instrumentation
method System)
22 Shape EAB3 To do Solid Works design, MATLAB coding Experimental,
representation And (Training Provided) Simulation (Elmi Abu
analysis of 3D Bakar-new lecturer:
Casting Objects Instrumentation
System)
23 Generalised three- FY1 Analysis of elastic- Basic knowledge of ABAQUS and Simulation,
dimensional mesh plastic fracture Python is essential. Matlab may also be Analytical/Programming
generation scheme mechanics has been useful. (New lecturer: Dr Feizal
for elastic-plastic made simple through Yusof -Fracture
crack tip stress and numerical method. Mechanics)
strain analysis. However, mesh
generation is not trivial
and can implicate
numerical accuracy.
The objective of the
study is to propose a
generalised scheme to
produce mesh for
various three-
dimensional crack tip
geometries usually
used in fracture
mechanics.
24 Assessment of the FY2 Fracture toughness of Knowledge of ABAQUS and Matlab Simulation,
degree of plane materials are Analytical/Programming
strain in three- dependent on (New lecturer: Dr Feizal
dimensional thickness. Existing Yusof -Fracture
elastic-plastic approach for structural Mechanics)
surface cracks assessment relies on
generalised plane
strain characterisation
of crack tip field. This
study attempts to
characterise the loss of
plane strain in three-
dimensional elastic-
plastic surface cracks
which is essential in
determining constraint
loss for structural
integrity assessment of
practical structures.
25 The nature of FY3 Analysis of cracks are Basic knowledge of ABAQUS and Simulation,
elastic-plastic usually centred on MATLAB are essential Analytical/Programming
three-dimensional opening mode, (New lecturer: Dr Feizal

crack tip in mixed however failures of Yusof -Fracture
modes problems. structures can also be Mechanics)
a combination of shear
and tearing. This study
will look at the nature
of mix modes loading
and to elucidate crack
tip stresses and effect
of mix modes on crack
tip constraint.
26 Fracture of thin FY4 This study involves test Keen on experimentations and Experimental,
microcracked glass and analysis of a programming Simulation (New
(Experimental microcracked thin glass lecturer: Dr Feizal Yusof
Assessments). under various loading -Fracture Mechanics)
conditions to
understand the effect
of crack path on
fracture.
27 Fracture of thin FY5 This study involves Knowledge of ABAQUS and Matlab Simulation (New
microcracked glass development of finite essential lecturer: Dr Feizal Yusof
(Numerical element model of -Fracture Mechanics)
Assessments) microcracked thin glass
under various loading
conditions and crack
geometries to elucidate
the nature of crack tip
stress field and to
provide a predictive
model for failure.
28 Fundamental HWGB1 Measure and Frictional analysis. Very good in Experimental, Design
Rolling resistance characterize rolling repairing bicycle parts
investigation on resistance of SEM
SEM Vehicles Vehicles and improve it
by means of improve
running gears or using
special tires, bearing &
transmission.
29 Improvement of GX HWGB2 Improve the fuel Internal Combustion engine Experimental, Design
35 Small ICE fuel consumption of GX 35
consumption Engine by tuning fuel
injection and also
conversion to Atkinson
cycle
30 Cam Grinder HWGB3 This project is to Internal Combustion engine Experimental, Design
develop a useful cam
grinding machine for
the
fabrication/modification
of existing cham shafts
on an individual lobe
basis. The design
should follow
conventional desings
and be flexable enough
to produce cam shafts
for cars and
motorcycles.
31 Automotive Air HWGB4 To study the heat Thermodynamics, Internal cobustion Experimental, Design
Conditioning using available in the exhaust engines, heat transfer
waste Heat gas at various engine
speed (WOT), even @
idle. -To design and

fabricate a heat
exchanger for further
study
32 MicroHydro Turbine HWGB5 Size and select a Hydrolics, Mechanics Experimental, Design
Sizing, Installation micro-hydro power
and Testing generation system for
the existing Anisani
Village Resort site. The
system will then be
purchased, and the
student will help install
and "tune" the system
to extract the
maximum power
possible.
33 Formula Cart HWGB6 Redisign the existing Vehicle dynamics, Mechanics Experimental, Design
Chassis/Suspension Formula Cart car for
design improved handeling,
ease of fabrication and
reduced weight.
34 Investigation on IAA1 Investigation on the ANSYS Simulation
fluid structure fluid structure
interaction in MEMS interaction need to be
device developed so that
proper analysis of can
be carried out.
35 Thermal cycling IAA2 Several materials and ANSYS software Simulation
reliability of solder several packages will
joints be selected for the
analysis in which the
comparison on
reliability of the solder
joints will be
investigated.
36 Thermal IAA3 Several considerations ANSYS Simulation
investigation on flip must be investigated
chip on the designs of flip
chip. These
considerations include
the material and sizes
used for solder ball,
and the bonding
material for adhesive
37 Investigation on IAA4 Indicators of failure for ANSYS Simulation
leading failure in accurate assessment of
electronic product damage will be
packaging identified.
38 Analysis of mems IAA5 the existing solar cell ANSYS Simulation, Design
device as used for will be analysed where
solar cell the design and
application will be
studied. Later, the best
design will be
fabricated and tested
39 Stress analysis of IAR1 Implant cages in the Keen to learn FE software, Simulation
spinal implant lumbar spine have MSC.Patran/Nastran
cages been an advancement
in spinal fusion to
relieve low back
pain.In this study the
effects of an implant
cage insertion on a
lumbar functional
spinal unit will be
investigated using
finite element analyses.
The influences of cage
material, cancellous
bone density and spinal
loadings will be
evaluated.
40 Modelling And IAR2 Finite element models Keen to learn FE software, Simulation
Stress Analysis of are being used to MSC.Patran/Nastran
human Lumbar reveal the
Spine biomechanical function
of the spine and its
behavior when healthy,
diseased or damaged.
In this study, to
understand the stress
distribution of the
lumbar spine, a finite
element model of the
lumbar spine from L1–
L5 vertebral body will
be created. This intact
model will be used to
simulate stress
distributions under
various loading
conditions, which
included flexion,
extension, lateral
bending, and torsion.
41 Modelling and IAR3 Finite element models Keen to learn FE software, Simulation
stress analysis of are being used to MSC.Patran/Nastran
human thoracic reveal the
spine biomechanical function
of the spine and its
behavior when healthy,
diseased or damaged.
In this study, to
understand the stress
distribution of the
lumbar spine, a finite
element model of the
thoracic spine from
T1–T7 vertebral body
will be created. This
intact model will be
used to simulate stress
distributions under
various loading
conditions, which
included flexion,
extension, lateral
bending, and torsion.
42 Development of IAR4 The analysis of the Solidwork modelling & simulation, Experimental,
multi-axis spine human spine remains testing Simulation, Design
tester for as one of most subject
biomechanical because of its complex
study of human biomechanics. In this
spine study, a multi axis (6
DOF) spine tester is
designed to evaluate
the functional of the
spine under various
loading conditions.
43 Design and IAR5 The design concept of Solidwork modelling, fabrication & Experimental, Design
Development of paper rolling machine testing
Paper Rolling for handycraft industry
Machine that will be use in
making paper basket
etc. will be proposed.
In this project, student
will design and develop
the prototype of the
paper rolling machine
with ergonomic design
that will be used for
single operator. The
machine concept is to
create a semi-
automated paper
rolling device.
44 Dynamic Analysis IAR6 In this study, student Keen to learn FE software, Experimental, Design
and Optimization of will need to model the MSC.Patran/Nastran
Proton Saga Rear rear suspension system
Suspension System for Proton Saga (BLM)
rear supension system.
Then, stress and
dynamic analysis will
be perform to evaluate
the performance of the
suspension system.
This project involve
collaboration with
Proton's engineers.
45 Modification of IPA1 The damping Aluminum 6061 plates 4 pcs of Experimental,
damping characteristics of 160x100x6 mm Copper plates 4 pcs of Simulation,
characteristics of metallic materials are 160x100x6 mm Mild Steel plate 4 pcs Analytical/Programming,
metallic materials influenced by the size of 160x100x6 mm Vertical milling Design
using Friction Stir of the grain of the machine Used milling cutters - 4 units
Process technique. materials themselves, MfCDS-FSW Apparatus
where the finer the
size, the worse is the
damping
characteristics. This
situation can be used
to control the damping
characteristics of the
metallic materials by
modifying the size of
the grain in metallic
microstructure. To
enlarge the size of the
grain, annealing
techniques can be used
where to reduce the
size of the grain,
Severe Plastic
Deformation (SPD)
techniques can be
employed such as
Equal Channel Angular
Pressing (ECAP),
Accumulative Roll
Bonding (ARB) and

high-pressure torsion
and Friction stir
process (FSP), which is
new. During this
process, a large degree
of plastic deformation
is imparted to a
workpiece by the
mechanical stirring
action of a rotating
tool, this deformation
leads to the formation
of very fine equiaxed
recrystallized grains
within the friction stir-
processed zone (FZ).
The grain sizes were
approximately 10–100
times smaller than
those in the original
workpiece materials.
Thus, an investigation
on how FSP can be
used to control the
damping characteristics
of metallic materials
should be conducted.
46 Friction Stir IPA2 The role of the tool pin Aluminum 6061 plates 12 pcs of Experimental,
Welding (FSW): and tool shoulder are 160x100x6 mm Copper plates 12 pcs Simulation,
Tool pin - shoulder very important in FSW of 160x100x6 mm Vertical milling Analytical/Programming,
dimensional process where similar machine Used milling cutters - 4 units Design
correlationship for and dissimilar metals MfCDS-FSW Apparatus
butt welding of can be joint in straight
simillar and butted, lapped,
dissimilar metals squared and Teed
(Al and Cu). arrangements. The
technique uses the
heating generated by
mechanical friction
between the tool and
work materials that
soften the work
materials below the
solidus line. Thus, the
weldment produced
would have
undisturbed
microstructures, which
are considered as one
of the advantages
offered by the
technique. The quality
of the weldment
formed is under the
influence of the
geometry of the tool,
the ratio of the tool
shoulder and the tool
pin. Thus, Tool pin -
shoulder dimensional
correlationships for
butt welding of similar
and dissimilar metals
(Al and Cu) should be

found in order to
produce the optimum
mechanical properties
of the welded
structures.
correlationship for and dissimilar metals MfCDS-FSW Apparatus
lap welding of can be joint in straight
technique uses the
mechanical friction
work materials that
soften the work
materials below the
weldment produced
would have
undisturbed
of the advantages
offered by the
of the weldment
formed is under the
influence of the
correlationships for lap
welding of similar and
dissimilar metals (Al
and Cu) should be
found in order to
produce the optimum
of the welded
structures.
dimensional process where similar machine Design
correlationship for and dissimilar metals
square welding of can be joint in straight
technique uses the
mechanical friction
work materials that
soften the work
materials below the

weldment produced
would have
undisturbed
of the advantages
offered by the
of the weldment
formed is under the
influence of the
correlationship for
square welding of
similar and dissimilar
metals (Al and Cu)
should be found in
order to produce the
optimum mechanical
properties of the
welded structures.
correlationship for and dissimilar metals
Tee welding of can be joint in straight
technique uses the
mechanical friction
work materials that
soften the work
materials below the
weldment produced
would have
undisturbed
of the advantages
offered by the
of the weldment
formed is under the
influence of the
correlationship for Tee
welding of similar and
dissimilar metals (Al
and Cu) should be
found in order to
produce the optimum

of the welded
structures.
50 Modeling of the JA1 Fused Deposition Able to model the heat-material Experimental,
heat-material Modeling(FDM)3000 interaction Able to write computer Simulation,
interaction during Rapid Prototyping often programming Need to understand the Analytical/Programming
ABS filament encounter problems physics of the process
extrusion in FDM when its ABS filemant
Rapid Prototyping materials are exposed
machine to moisture for
prolonged period of
time. The possibility is
that the filament
materials experience
swelling due to
moisture absorption
and therefore cause
clogging at the
extrusion nozzle
passage. This was
possibility was
investigated and the
results suggested that
the ABS filaments do
not show such effect to
the extend that if
affects the extrusion
process. The other
possibility is the
influence of moisture
on the ABS melt-flow
behaviour may have
altered the heat energy
needed to achieve the
desired melt-flow of
the ABS.
51 Modeling of Phase JA2 Phase formation of NiTi The physics of the solid state phase Experimental,
formation in solid alloy via solid state formation process. Programming and Simulation,
state synthesis of synthesis has been mathematical ability Need to perform Analytical/Programming
NiTi alloy. studied by quantitative XRD on existing
experimental methods. experimental data.
Phase formation in
solid state involves
diffusion of atoms
across phase
boundaries. Results
show that temperature
and time domain play
critical role apart from
particle size, in
influencing the
resulting alloy phase.
The equilibrium NiTi
phase diagram and the
thermodynamics aspect
of phase formation will
be considered in
developing the model.
The model seeks to
predict what phase(s)
is(are) to be formed,
how much has formed
and what will be the
equilibrium state of the

phass formation
process.
52 Mechanical and JA3 Porous NiTi samples Materials - Shape Memory Alloy (NiTi) Experimental,
bio-compatibility synthesized by self- Experimental works - be willing to Simulation
assessment of propagating high spend a lot of time in the lab.
porous NiTi for temperature (SHS)
medical use. synthesis will be
assessed in terms of its
and bio-compatibility
for hard-tissue implant.
The work will involve
mechanical testing of
the porous sample and
bio-compatibility test in
simulated body fluid
environment.
53 Application of JA4 Rapid Prototyping and Able to use CAD/CAM Need to visit Experimental, Design
Rapid Prototyping Rapid Tooling auto manufacturer
and Rapid Tooling shortened the product
in Automotive Parts development cycle time
Manufacture. and has the flexibility
to accomodate changes
quickly before
commitment to hard
tooling is done. This
project will look at
ways to save cost and
time by applying the
RP/RT in automotive
manufacturing
industry. The method
must be demonstrated
and a comparison be
made with the
conventional
manufacturing route.
54 Drilling wear JA5 Carbon fiber reinforced Able to analyse sound (accoustic) Experimental, Design
monitoring of composite finds signals Able to use force transducer
carbon fiber widespread use in (dynamometer)
reinforced aerospace structures
composite via due to their superior
accoustic and force strength to weight
signatures. ratio, durability and
weather resistant.
Drilling of carbon fiber
reinforced composite is
challenging because of
the hardness of carbon
fiber and the strong
composite texture.
When tools are worn
out, the drilled hole
quality severely
degrade and may
reach unacceptable
level, causing the
whole panel to be
disposed. The project
is to perform
experiments for
determining the
characteristics
accoustic and force
signals of closed-to-
worn tool conditions.
55 Development of JA6 Most implants in use Medical data conversion to standard Experimental, Design,
patient-specific are designed and sized CAD May need to visit orthopaedic Case study/Survey
orthopeadic based on baseline or ward
implants using average data and
RP/RT therefore very often
they are not of exact fit
to the patient causing
discomfort and even
other new problems.
RP/RT coupled with
patient-specific MRI/CT
scan data may be used
to design and fabricate
custom implants. This
project will involve
dealing with
orthopaedic data, CAD
softwares and RP/RT
equipments.
56 Design of green JA7 Economic progression You got to like nature and greens. Design, Case
roof tray system in many parts of the Design/CAD Simple heat calculation study/Survey
from recylable world has led to the from the sun to building.
materials massive build up of
buildings and
infractructure, resulting
in loss of natural
space. With lesser
greenery to shade the
buildings and block
solar radiation, plus the
common use of low
reflectivity roof and
paving materials in
construction,
temperatures in urban
areas have become
increasingly high,
resulting in an urban
heat island effect. On
potential measures to
mitigate this effect is to
use plants for rooftops.
Such concept has
gainig worldwide
popularity. This work is
to design a green roof
tray system utilising
recylable materials.
57 Understanding LWP1 This project studies the Case study/Survey,
Perturbation perturbation effects on Data Mining
Effects on Bio- biomechanic system
Mechanical System via clustering
approach. Informative
clusters are often
hindered by data
insufficiencies to
support the
understanding and
background
knowledge. To
overcome these
problems, extracting
patterns from clusters
formed with the
impacts of external
factors worth
consideration. The
project involves
applications of
unsupervised data
learning aspects.
58 Data Mining: On LWP2 Growing plants Case study/Survey,
Mechanical responses to external Data Mining
Properties of forces including
Plants physical, chemical and
such as gusting wind,
rain and what causes
catastrophic failure (i.e.
uprooting or snapping).
But what is less
understood is how the
plants' mechanical
properties adapt itself
in these environments.
This project integrates
data mining analysis:
feature selection,
clustering and
knowledge discovery to
extract rules, patterns
and information to
better understand on
the plants' adaptation
in natural world. In
gaining insight into
plants' mechanical
adaptation for its
sustainable
development, this
project also inspires
innovation in the
engineering of
structures.
59 Knowledge LWP3 To discover knowledge Case study/Survey,
Discovery in from molecular Data Mining
Molecular biomechanics data:
Biomechanics 'microarray',
fundamental
understanding of
knowledge discovery of
databases (KDD) is
essential. KDD is the
science of extracting
information from
multidisciplinary of
statistics, machine
learning, artificial
intelligence, computer
science and
mathematical
modeling. The project
studies molecular
biomechanics data
which involve two main
tasks: Explorative Data
Analysis (EDA) and
Descriptive Modeling
(DM). EDA attempts to
dig and explore raw
data without prior
objectives. The DM
effort, however,
describes the relevant
and similar raw data
into sets of models and
pieces of information.
60 Exploring the Brain LWP4 It is known that Case study/Survey,
Mechanics in different regions of the Data Mining
Human/Animals brain have specialized
functions likewise in
abstract reasoning and
planning, in vision,
memory, decision-
making. However little
is studied about how
these specialized
regions process
complex brain
informatics into
physical characters.
The project focuses on
brain expression data
modeling linking to
bodily reflections and
responses in
organisms' normal
behaviours. This
analysis also involves
predictive modeling
and patterns or rules
discovery based on
data mining.
61 Clustering Analysis LWP5 In this project, a Case study/Survey,
in Processing Time- survey on issues Data Mining
series Data concerning time-series
data clustering is
carried out. Clustering
technique practices the
grouping of data
according to similar
properties likewise
behaviours or
characteristics
exhibited during
recorded time points.
This requires
knowledge
representation
techniques, model
based clusters and
rhythmic patterns
observation over
certain period of time.
The study also designs
and improves existing
clustering algorithm to
consider time-step
parameter and present
significant information
from temporal data.
62 3-D measurement MMR1 The common flatbed Programming knowledge, but Matlab Experimental,
using a flatbed scanner was previously training will be provided Analytical/Programming
scanner applied for 2-D
measurement on
stamped metal sheets
such as a lead-frame.
Application to 3-D
measurement in the
literature is limited. In
this project the
potential of the
scanner will be
extended to 3-D
surface profile
measurement. Both
concave and convex
surfaces will be
measured to assess the
feasibility of this
method for 3-D
measurement. A 3-D
profile of the surface
will be generated from
the measured data.
63 Machine vision MMR2 Ceramic cutting inserts Programming knowledge, but Matlab Experimental,
application to the manufactured using training will be provided Analytical/Programming
study of wear zirconia-toughened
resistance of alumina (ZTA) will be
ceramic cutting tested for wear
inserts under resistance under
different machining different machining
conditions conditions and
compared with carbide
inserts. The nose and
flank wear will be
measured using
previously developed
machine vision system.
The effect of wear on
the surface finish will
also be assessed.
64 Large surface 3-D MMR3 The phase-shift fringe Programming knowledge, but Matlab Experimental,
measurement using projection method has training will be provided Analytical/Programming
LCD color fringe been widely applied to
projection the 3-D measurement
of surfaces. Fringe
projection using color
fringes have been
attempted by very few
researchers. In this
project, a color fringe
pattern generated by a
computer will projected
using an LCD projector
onto a large surface.
The image will be
captured using
standard digital camera
and analyzed to obtain
3-D data of the

surface.
65 Passive auto-focus MMR4 This project is an Matlab programming (training Experimental,
using image extension of previous provided) Analytical/Programming
feedback in liquid- work in which the
filled diaphragm liquid-filled diaphragm
(LFD) lens lens was developed
and applied in an
image feedback auto-
focus system. In this
work, a new LFD lens
will be fabricated and
used in passive auto-
focus control using
image feedback. Rapid
intensity variations in
the image that denotes
edges will be used
improve the existing
lens focal length
control algorithm.
66 Liquid-filled MMR5 This project is an Matlab programming (training Experimental,
diaphragm (LFD) extension of previous provided) Analytical/Programming
lens fabrication and work in which the
image quality liquid-filled diaphragm
assessment lens was fabricated and
used in an image
feedback auto-focus
system. In this work,
several new lens
diaphragms will be
fabricated and the
image quality in terms
of image distortion and
modulation transfer
function will be
determined. These
parameters will be
compared to those
obtained from a
standard glass lens.
67 Multi-point live MMR6 In the previous study, Matlab programming (training Experimental,
crack growth the circular grating provided) Analytical/Programming
monitoring using moiré fringe method
circular grating was developed for
moiré fringes crack growth
measurement at a
single point. The image
of the fringe pattern
was captured for off-
line measurement. In
this research, the
monitoring will be
extended to multiple
points using video
cameras and a remote
data analysis system.
68 Polymeric foam MMR7 In a recently published Knowledge in Matlab programming Experimental,
material work a new method of (training provided) Analytical/Programming
characterization in measuring the bending
three-point modulus of polymeric
bending using foam with improved
moiré method accuracy was
developed. The
deformation of the
foam was measured
using moiré patterns.
In this research, the
work will be extended
to characterize various
foam materials using
the proposed method.
The sensitivity of the
measurement method
will be improved using
higher density
gratings.
69 Density field and MMR8 The Mach-Zehnder Keen interet in experimental work. Experimental,
flow visualization interferometer has Analytical/Programming
using Mach- been widely applied for
Zehnder flow visualization and
interferometer density field
measurements in
aerodynamics and heat
transfer applicationa.
In this project, a low-
power laser will be
used to configure a
Mach-Zehnder
interferometer and
applied to the
visualization of density
field around
aerodynamic surfaces.
The fringe patterns will
be captured using a
CCD camera and
analyzed using Matlab
software.
70 Implementation of MRAR1 Simulation of Must do programming in Linux using Simulation,
absorbing boundary propagating the open source code PolyDE: Analytical/Programming
condition for three electromagnetic waves http://sourceforge.net/projects/polyde-
dimensional vector- inside a domain must fem/
valued finite be fully absorbed at
elements the domain boundaries
to avoid waves
reflection for accurate
computation. The task
is to implement in
Fortran90
programming language
such an absorbing
boundary element.
71 Parallelization of MRAR2 The task is to add and Matlab or Fortran90 programming. Simulation,
2D FEM Code modify existing FEM Must use Linux. Analytical/Programming
code (Matlab or
Fortran90) to enable
parallel execution of
FEM simulation. The
static condensation
method for
parallelization is a
preferred choice.
72 Construction and MRAR3 High order tetrahedral May need to do symbolic programming Analytical/Programming
Assessment of High finite elements are with SAGE (www.sagemath.org)
Order Tetrahedral widely used in adaptive
Finite Elements finite element method

(AFEM). The task is to
assess different
polynomials shape
functions of various
orders to potentially
construct optimal finite
elements.
73 Analysis of FSI MRAR4 OpenFOAM is a C++ C++ programming. Must use Linux Simulation,
Problems in MEMS library package for fluid Analytical/Programming
Structures with and structural
OpenFOAM. simulations. The task is
to code a number of
fluid-structure
interaction (FSI)
problems with
OpenFOAM and
evaluate the avaliable
methods.
74 Three Dimensional MRAR5 The task is to analysis Must use the Linux operating system Simulation
Finite Element thermal characteristics since the latest version of PolyDE runs
Analysis of Micro- of different designs of only on it.
Heat Spreaders micro-scale heat
with PolyDE spreaders using the
FEA package PolyDE.
75 Thermal stress and MRAR6 Laser cutting process is Knowledge of heat transfer and finite Experimental,
heat affected zone achieved by intense element analysis is a must. Familiar Simulation
analysis of Inconel energy generated from with FEA software eg. Ansysis an
and Monel material the laser light. The added advantage. Knowledge of
cut using Carbon heat and thermal engineering materials and metallurgy
Dioxide laser. stress produced will inspection/testing are essential to
have an effect towards perform material heat affected zone
the microstructure of analysis. Student MUST submit a
the material being cut. journal at the end of the project.
2D & 3D model of the
thermal stress/heat
flow pattern will be
develop to understand
the heat transfer
mechanism during
laser cutting process. A
temperature data
logger system will be
used to monitor the
temperature
distribution during the
laser cutting
experiment. The
outcome of the
research is to
categorized the region
of thermal affected
area and temperature
distribution of the
advanced engineering
material.
76 Multipurpose MSAM1 This project has to be Advanced knowledge in manufacturing Experimental,
Mobile Phone done for fabricating all technology, CAD/CAM systems Simulation,
Holder Fabrication parts of the Analytical/Programming,
and Verification multipurpose mobile Design, Case
phone holder. DFMA study/Survey
has to be applied and
the mechanisms have
to be tested.
77 Process Planning MSAM2 This project has to be Advanced knowledge in manufacturing Experimental,
for 5-Axis done for planning the technology, CAD/CAM systems Simulation,
Machining optimum machining Analytical/Programming,
process. Some Design, Case
components have to be study/Survey
produced and verified.
The machining cost has
to be estimated.
78 Design for MSAM3 This project has to be Advanced knowledge in manufacturing Experimental,
Manufacture and done for improving and technology, CAD/CAM systems Simulation,
Assembly of Green producing detail design Analytical/Programming,
Product of the green product. Design, Case
The design of green study/Survey
product has to be
optimised and
fabricated.
79 Value Analysis and MSAM4 This project has to be Advanced knowledge in manufacturing Experimental,
Value Engineering done for improving technology, CAD/CAM systems Simulation,
for Proton Car design and reducing Analytical/Programming,
Parts cost of the Proton Car Design, Case
Parts. The design of study/Survey
parts have to be
optimised and
fabricated.
80 Design and MSAM5 This project has to be Advanced knowledge in manufacturing Experimental,
Fabrication of done for producing the technology, CAD/CAM systems Simulation,
Patella Brace patella brace. Analytical/Programming,
Prototypes have to be Design, Case
produced and tested. study/Survey
The cost has to be
estimated.
81 Computer MZA1 Simulation
simulation to study
the effect of solder
arrangement in
underfill process
82 Experimental and MZA2 Experimental,
numerical Simulation
investigations on
the cooling
performance of the
porous medium
evaporation
technique
83 Experimental and MZA3 Experimental,
numerical Simulation
investigations on
the combustion
performance of the
conical porous
medium burner
84 Computer MZA4 Simulation
simulation of single
bubble trajectory in
different liquid
bath
85 Comparative NMY1 Investigation into aero- Student is expected to be enthusiastic, Simulation,
numerical engine emission has committed and high determination to Analytical/Programming
investigation on been of great perform the numerical analysis using
film cooling from a discussion concerning Gambit and Fluent.
row of compound both industrial and

angles holes environment. Future
injected at 30° on a engine cycles proposed
flat plate. for advanced gas
turbine engine that will
increase severity of the
operating conditions of
the combustor. The
study will seeks
solution to the steady
states, Reynolds
Average Navier-Stokes
(RANS) equation using
Finite Volume Method
on a row of compound
angle holes injected at
30° on a flat plate with
three film cooling
configurations; (1) 15°
forward diffused film
hole, (2) trenched
cylindrical film hole and
(3) trenched 15°
forward diffused film
hole.
86 Heat transfer NMY2 The task is to add and Student is expected to be enthusiastic, Simulation,
coefficient on the modify existing film committed and high determination to Analytical/Programming
inclined single hole cooling configuration to perform the numerical analysis using
film cooling. determine the heat Gambit and FLUENT.
transfer coefficient.
The heat transfer
coefficient will be
compared for adiabatic
and conjugate heat
transfer.
87 Study on the fluid NMY3 Structural features of Student is expected to be enthusiastic, Simulation,
structure the jet/crossflow committed and high determination to Analytical/Programming
interaction of jets interaction throughout perform the numerical analysis using
emanating from the development of Gambit and FLUENT.
short holes into jets ejection from
crossflow. within the jet supply
channel (which feeds
the holes), through the
injection hole and into
the crossflow will be
studied. It is expected
the fluid with high
velocity supply channel
exhibits swirling
motions similar to flow
induced by a pair of
counter-rotating
vortices. The objectives
are to study the
development of the jet
velocity field and the
formation of the
counter-rotating vortex
pair.
88 Thermodynamics NMY4 This project will seek Student is expected to be enthusiastic, Simulation,
study into rotary into the main flaw of committed and high determination to Analytical/Programming
internal engine. rotary engine which is perform the numerical analysis using
the thermodynamic Gambit and Fluent.
aspect. The
investigation into the
flow field and
increasing the
performance of the
engine through the
optimization of the fuel
concentration around
the spark plug in the
combustion chamber
will be performed using
the numerical
simulation.
89 Combustion NMY5 Convective heat Student is expected to be enthusiastic, Simulation,
chamber heat transfer to the cylinder committed and high determination to Analytical/Programming
release analysis of wall, cylinder head and perform the numerical analysis using
a rotary piston top will be Gambit and Fluent.
combustion engine. investigated. The main
objective of the project
is to analyze the
combustion chamber
heat release at various
engine speeds and
intake manifold
pressures.
90 Impact Response of RA1 Simulation
Soft Body Armour
91 Energy Dissipation RA2 Simulation
of Hard Body
Armour
92 Impact Simulation RA3 Simulation
on W-Beam Crash
Barrier
93 Quasi-Static RA4 Experimental,
Characterisation of Simulation
Aramid Composites
94 Effect of Projectile RA5 Simulation
Shape and Speed
on Composite
Panels
95 Experimental RMN1 Experiments was done New horizon and ideas is needed Experimental,
Evaluation of to evaluate besides the ability to handle design Simulation, Design
tribomachine using tribomachine and software (Solid Work). Able to analyse
pin-on-disc (POD) compare the results on disseminated data.
and block-on- POD versus BOC.
cylinder (BOC)using Development of design
resin impregnated and modification of
natural fibre tribometer was
(RINF) expected. Fabrication
of new materials will
be carried out.
Mechanical and
tribological tests will be
conducted to monitor
the relationship
between them. Lastly,
optical examination will
be done to observe the
deformation of the
materials after tests.
96 Frictional wear in RMN2 Ultra high molecular Some ideas on tribological aspects and Experimental,
lubricated condition weight polyethylene adapt to new experimental analysis Simulation
of UHMWPE treated treated zinc oxide has required.

ZnO been an alternative
placement for specific
material placement due
to its antibacterial for
functionality. However,
frictional wear of
lubricated abrasion
condition has not been
explored and the wear
mechanism has not
been fully understood.
This project will look
into the relationship
between wear and
friction of UHMWPE
treated with different
ratio of ZnO.
97 Critical tribology RMN3 A programme of work Two students will be required to Experimental,
aspects of is aimed at studying fabricate the body of F1 shell Simulation,
industrial parts and the friction, lubrication (prototype) and mechanical tests such Analytical/Programming,
components in and wear of materials as tensile, hardness, friction, Design
automotive. (2 used for cars. The use lubrication and wear will be
students required) of new materials conducted.
(especially a gunny
sack is an inexpensive
bag made of burlap as
the natural fibre
reinforced resin is used
for F1 body
components) will be
monitored.
98 Morphology of RMN4 A natural fibre Two students are required to conduct Experimental,
surface reinforced matrix pin- the experiment and to digest the Simulation,
deterioration under on- ring type test mechanism involved in surface Analytical/Programming,
wet abrasion on 2- apparatus will be morphology. Design
body and 3-body constructed which
contact. (2 allows abrasion testing
STUDENTS to be conducted in wet
REQUIRED) or dry environments in
otherwise identical
conditions. It has been
shown that the
environment is a
significant parameter in
the abrasive wear rate
of glass fibre reinforced
polymer abradants
over a range of loads
and particle sizes. The
wear rate is relatively
less in wet conditions
in comparison to dry
abrasion, which greatly
differ by observing the
shape i.e. for small
and/or rounded
abrasives. Wear in dry
abrasion occurred
mainly by a three-body
mechanism, whilst
wear in wet conditions
occurred by a two-
body mechanism. The
water might affect the

wear test in a number
of ways, but it is
proposed that it is its
role as a lubricant
which is most
significant. Since wear
rates and mechanisms
are so dependent on
the test environment,
care needs to be
exercised in choosing
the correct test type to
simulate service
conditions.
99 Spirit Global Design SGDC1 This project involves Simulation,
Challenge 2010 #1 novel design of aircraft Analytical/Programming,
components as part of Design
Spirit Single-Aisle
Replacement Program.
It involves collaborative
work between Spirit
AeroSystem Inc.
(Wichita), Wichita State
University (US),
University of
Manchester (UK) and
North Corolina
University (US). During
the project, students
will have the chance to
host their counterparts
during the visit to USM,
and visit North Corolina
University in United
States. The SGDC 2010
project weights 60% of
the FYP requirement.
At the end of the
project (in Dec),
student is expected to
prepare a technical
report, as well as
expanding the research
work to fulfil another
40% requirement for
his/her FYP.
Spirit Single-Aisle
work between Spirit
AeroSystem Inc.
University (US),
University of
Manchester (UK) and
North Corolina

At the end of the
project (in Dec),
prepare a technical
report, as well as
40% requirement for
his/her FYP.
Spirit Single-Aisle
work between Spirit
AeroSystem Inc.
University (US),
University of
Manchester (UK) and
North Corolina
At the end of the
project (in Dec),
prepare a technical
report, as well as
40% requirement for
his/her FYP.
Spirit Single-Aisle
work between Spirit
AeroSystem Inc.
University (US),
University of
Manchester (UK) and
North Corolina

At the end of the
project (in Dec),
prepare a technical
report, as well as
40% requirement for
his/her FYP.
103 Optimisation of SK1 Injection moulding Good analytical Skill Experimental,
blow injection machine is used to Understanding of injection moulding Simulation,
moulding machine produce various process is a must Knowledge in Analytical/Programming,
parameters using products in the lowest operating the injection moulding Case study/Survey
Taguchi method – cost manner. This machine is added advantage The
Industrial technology is popular student need to have own transport
Optimisation of because of its inherent due to the work will involved traveling
blow injection capability of fast to a company in Tronoh, Ipoh
moulding machine operation especially for
parameters using high volume
Taguchi method – production. It is being
Industrial Project used by manufacturers
at Pharmasafe, for producing complex
Tronoh, Ipoh products with minimal
cost. The aim of this
project is to optimise
the process parameters
to produce a good
quality product. The
optimisation will be
done through Taguchi
method. The project
will involve the
following: 1.Identify
the quality
characteristics of
injection moulding
product 2.Identify the
injection moulding
machine parameters
that have an impact on
the quality
characteristics 3.Design
of Experiment using
Taguchi method
4.Conduct the
experiments on the
injection moulding
machine 5. Analyse the
data using Taguchi
method
104 Lean SK2 The project will require Need a sound knowledge in Experimental,
Transformation a detail investigation manufacturing system and industrial Analytical/Programming,
Project for and development of engineering The student need to Case study/Survey
Pharmasafe – the facilities, process have own transport due to the work
Industrial Project and planning will involved traveling to a company in
in Tronoh, Ipoh improvement in order Tronoh, Ipoh
Perak for the company to
meet the demand and
expectation from
Motorola. The
improvement will be in
the plant. The project
will involve the
following:
1.Understanding the
product and process
using various
manufacturing
techniques 2.Transform
the design into a
simulation model 3.Run
experiments and report
on the impact of
dynamic balancing for
the new suggestion for
improvement
105 Design and SK3 The aim of this project Need a sound knowledge in Experimental,
Development of is to develop a manufacturing system and industrial Analytical/Programming,
MRP system for framework in engineering The student need to Case study/Survey
Pharmasafe - identifying and have own transport due to the work
Industrial Project analysing the will involved traveling to a company in
in Tronoh, Ipoh requirement of MRP Tronoh, Ipoh
Perak system in order to
achieve World Class
Manufacturing. and to.
The project will involve
the following: 1.
Understand the
relationship between
MRP and Pharmasafe
2. Identifies the
knowledge and
information require
under the MRP
development process
3. Develop a method
for collecting the data
regarding MRP
development process
4. Design and develop
a framework for the
MRP system
106 Industrial project SK4 The project is to Need a sound knowledge in Experimental,
at a Semiconductor improve the manufacturing system, industrial Simulation,
Contract productivity by double engineering as well as quality Analytical/Programming,
Manufacturer with estimation cost engineering The student need to Case study/Survey
saving of about RM have own transport due to the work
1million.. To achieve will involved traveling to a company in
the 2 times productivity Prai
improvement, a
number of projects
need to be
implemented. One of
the projects is to
improve the dispensing
consistency of a Die
Attach Machine. To
improve the Die Attach
machine dispensing
system, DOE cum
fundamental evaluation
needs to be carried
out. It is not an easy

one. It would require a
hard working, versatile,
discipline and a
thinking student.
1.Understanding the
product and process
using various
manufacturing
techniques 2.Transform
the design into a
simulation model 3.Run
experiments and report
on the impact of
dynamic balancing for
the new suggestion for
improvement
107 Industrial project SK5 They have 100 Need a sound knowledge in Experimental,
at a Motorola's operators working on manufacturing system and industrial Simulation,
contractor manual assembly. A engineering The student need to Analytical/Programming,
very good for someone have own transport due to the work Case study/Survey
whom interested to get will involved traveling to a company in
involve in industrial Prai
engineering because it
involves with method
and time study The
project require student
to perform time study,
line balancing and
capacity study. As well
as jig and fixture
design. The objective is
a 30% productivity
improvement which is
equivalent of about 30
operators reduction.
108 Development of a ZAZA1 Steam engine uses Ability to use solid work to design the Experimental
steam engine for external source of heat steam engine.
producing 1 kW of unlike petrol or diesel
electrical power engine. Hence steam
engine can utilize
renewable energy such
as biomass. Biomass is
burnt and the heat
generated converts
water in a vessel into
steam drives the steam
engine. The steam
generator has already
developed. The project
involves designing and
fabrication of a simple
steam engine. The
steam engine will then
be tested using the
steam from the steam
generator. The shaft
output of the steam
engine can be
connected to a DC
generator to produce
an electrical power.
109 Characterization of ZAZA2 A briquette machine Ability to conduct experiment. Experimental
a biomass has been purchased to

briquettes using convert sawdust, or
empty fruit bunch, any biomass material
sawdust etc. in the form of powder
or pulverise material
into briquettes or solid
material of diameter
50mm and length of
various sizes. The
briquettes can be used
as a fuel in
conventional
combustor, boiler or
gasifier. Before burning
the briquette it has to
be characterized to
determine its physical
and chemical and
combustion properties.
110 Thermoelectric ZAZA3 Thermoelectric models Ability to conduct experiment. Experimental

generator: have already been
converting heat purchased. These
directly into modules will be
electricity. fastened to a small
combustor. LPG is used
in the combustor to
provide the heat
required for the
thermoelectric module.
An estimated power of
50W is to be generated
to charge small
electrical devices such
as handphones, etc.
The supply of the LPG
will be varied to vary
the heat generated and
therefore the power
generated.
111 Performance of a ZAZA4 The project is to System integration. Ability to do Experimental
5kW electrical develop a biomass experimental work.
generator using fuelled diesel engine
diesel engine generator to generate
fuelled by biomass. 5-10kWe. The system
to be developed is a
gasifier, engine,
generator and electrical
load. The electrical
load will be varied and
the output is the
biomass consumption
and the overall
efficiency.
112 Performance of ZAZA5 The alternative Ability to conduct experiment. Experimental
alternative refrigeration:
refrigeration absorption,
system: absorption thermoelectric and
system, vortex tube
thermoelectric refrigeration systems
refrigeration and have been purchased
vortex tube and require
refrigeration performance
characterization to
determine the energy
consumption and the
COP.
113 Development of ZMR1 The orbital sander is Must be enthusiastic student, and love Experimental,
dynamic vibration widely used in finishing vibration. This is a chance to learn Simulation, Design
absorber for orbital of metal products. The vibration and apply it to solve daily
sander hand arm vibration problems
level is quite high and
resulted in fatigue of
the hand. The dynamic
vibration absorber can
be used to absorb the
vibration energy of the
orbital sander. The
do modeling using
Simulink and optimize
the DVA preferably
before carrying out
fabrication work
114 Development of ZMR2 Helmhotz resonator Student is expected to be enthusiastic Experimental,
multiple tube can act as sound and love to carry out vibration analysis Simulation, Design
Helmholtz absorption device but
resonator for for a very limited
narrowband sound frequency. In this work
absorption the student is expected
to fabricate a tube like
resonator and test it in
the impedance tube
available in the
Vibration Lab. From
there simulation work
is needed using FEM
and the results will be
compared
115 Development of ZS1 Laser material process Must have a sound knowledge in Simulation,
database for requires a extensive programming and able to understand Analytical/Programming
modeling the laser set-up and trial runs in the operational research approach in
job shop operation order to achieve good problem solving. Utilised Visual Basic
in order to improve product quality. This and Microsoft Access to develop the
productivity has greatly reduce the database. Student MUST submit a
up-time of laser journal at the end of the project.
machine. This research
project will require a
structured building of
database for the laser
job shop operation
data input that have
the direct implication
towards productivity
improvement of laser
machine operation.
The outcome of the
research is to have
reliable database
system that can be
intergrated with the
Witness Simulation
software.
116 Comparative Study ZS2 Laser cutting is capable Understanding on the process Experimental
of Carbon Dioxide to cut various type of parameters in advanced manufacturing
laser cutting materials with a an process. Utilised the Design of
between Inconel ease but to produce a Experiment (DOE) approach in

and Monel material. quality cut it requires a conducting the laser cutting trials.
combination of a few Familiar with laser material processing
process parameters and statistical sofware will be an
that need to be further added advantage. Student MUST
investigated. The submit a journal at the end of the
research project project.
include a series of laser
cutting trials with
different configuration
of processing
parameter for two
different materials. The
outcome of the
research is to know
what are the significant
process parameters to
produce good cut.
117 Study the effect of ZS3 Laser utilized heat to Must be able to comprehend the Experimental
Carbon Dioxide perform cutting fundamental of laser material
laser cutting on the operation, thus the processing and strong background in
cut surface mechanics of cutting material science. Utilised Statistical
morphology and will be depending on Method in analyzing the data retrieve
intergrity of the formation of the from the metrology equipment and
Inconel and Monel melt front of the high magnification microscope.
material. material being cut. The Student MUST submit a journal at the
research project will end of the project.
require an extensive
used of metrology
equipment and high
magnification
microscope. The
outcome of the
research is identify the
the effect of laser
process parameters
and the surface cut
morphology.

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Final Year Project Management System

LIST OF FINAL YEAR PROJECTS 2010/2011 [Back]

No. Title Code Synopsis Requirements Remarks

Airbus requirement Currently, there is lack

Parametric analysis will

and then proposing

the training should be

consultant from the

three-dimensional opening mode, (New lecturer: Dr Feizal

idle. -To design and

Bonding (ARB) and

(Al and Cu) should be

solidus line. Thus, the

produce the optimum

equilibrium state of the

3-D data of the

Finite Elements finite element method

row of compound both industrial and

of UHMWPE treated treated zinc oxide has required.

water might affect the

during the visit to USM,

during the visit to USM,

out. It is not an easy

a biomass has been purchased to

110 Thermoelectric ZAZA3 Thermoelectric models Ability to conduct experiment. Experimental

between Inconel ease but to produce a Experiment (DOE) approach in

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