Mathematics
for systems
that matter.

Nanofluids in Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS)

Role: Principal Investigator (Main PI)

Funder: Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Malaysia - Exploratory and Transformative Research Grant (GET)

Amount: RM 145,432.00

Duration: Oct 2026 - Sep 2028 (2 years)

Abstract (draft)

Electric-vehicle batteries generate significant heat during fast charging and high-rate discharge, and poor thermal management shortens battery life while raising safety risks. This project investigates nanofluids - coolants with enhanced thermal conductivity - as the working fluid in battery thermal management systems. Combining numerical simulation with experimental validation, it evaluates how nanofluid type, concentration, and flow configuration affect heat dissipation, temperature uniformity, and overall system efficiency, with the aim of enabling safer, longer-lasting batteries for cleaner transport.

Objectives (draft)

1. Develop and validate numerical models of nanofluid-cooled battery thermal management systems
2. Experimentally measure cooling performance across nanofluid types and concentrations
3. Optimise flow and design parameters for temperature uniformity and thermal safety
4. Assess feasibility and scalability for electric-vehicle adoption

Novel Mathematical Models to Predict Solar Energy Performance Using Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Nanofluids

Role: Principal Investigator (Main PI)

Funder: Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia

Amount: RM 20,000

Duration: Jul 2025 - Jul 2027 (2 years)

Abstract (draft)

The efficiency of solar thermal collectors depends strongly on the heat-transfer properties of the working fluid. This project develops new mathematical models to predict solar collector performance when Newtonian and non-Newtonian nanofluids are used as absorber fluids. By capturing the distinct rheological behaviour of each fluid class, the models aim to identify formulations and operating conditions that maximise the capture and conversion of solar heat, supporting more efficient renewable-energy systems.

Objectives (draft)

1. Formulate mathematical models for Newtonian and non-Newtonian nanofluids in solar collectors
2. Predict thermal efficiency across nanofluid types, concentrations and flow regimes
3. Identify optimal operating conditions for maximum solar-thermal performance
4. Validate model predictions against benchmark and experimental data

Mechanistic Investigation of Pickering Emulsified Polymeric Gel for Water Shut-Off Conformance Control

Role: Graduate Research Assistant

Funder: Yayasan Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (YUTP)

Duration: Feb 2023 - Dec 2024 (10 months active)

Contribution

• Analysed fluid transport and gel behaviour in porous reservoirs for conformance control
• Supported experimental and computational modeling for improved oil-recovery efficiency
• Assisted in research design, simulation, and dissemination of findings

Viscous and Thermal Transport Effects of Novel Oil-Based Nanofluid on Natural Convection in Porous Cavities for Enhanced Oil Recovery

Role: Graduate Research Assistant

Funder: Yayasan Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (YUTP)

Duration: Feb 2021 - Feb 2023 (14 months active)

Contribution

• Conducted numerical and computational analysis of nanofluid flow in porous media
• Investigated heat and mass-transfer mechanisms to optimise enhanced oil recovery
• Contributed to model development, ANSYS/CFD simulation, and research Publications