Application of nanobubbles in floating kinetics models for efficient oil removal from produced water by Daud, M F C, Khamidun, M H, Mohamed, R M S R, Ali, U F M, Razi, M A M

“…The fully mixed factor model, improved gas/solid adsorption model, and second-order model demonstrated excellent fitting performance at different contact times. These findings deepen our understanding of the oil removal efficiency of nanobubbles, emphasizing the significance of factors like concentration, contact time, and the selection of appropriate kinetic models. …”
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Risk assessment of pushing and pulling (RAPP) among mechanics at tyre service center by Kamarudzaman, Mazlina, Abdol Rahman, Mohd Nasrull, Mohd Zaki, Nurul Elyna Asyiqen

“…The study found that various risk factors, such as posture, work pattern, and equipment condition, significantly impacted the mechanical load on the low back, shoulders, and elbows during pushing and pulling activities. These findings were statistically significant, with a p-value of 0.000.. …”
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Thermoelectric Energy Harvesting from the Roof and Attics of a Building by Abubakar, Saleh Umar, Jumaat, Siti Amely, Yakubu, Babangida, Haruna, Yau Shuaibu, Abdulrahman, Suleiman

“…The results show that the TEG generated power output ranging from 217 mW to 1.99 W throughout the day, 5.97 mW to 13.8 mW in the morning, and 6.8 mW to 36.9 mW in the evening. Furthermore, The finding also reveals that the attic side has the capacity to store thermal energy, which can be harnessed owing to the fast heat transfer to the surroundings during the convection process. …”
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Life cycle assessment of direct recycling hot press forging of aluminium AA7075 metal matrix composite by Mohd Khaireez, Muhamad Haikal, Yusuf, Nur Kamilah, M Ghaleb, Atef, Al-Alimi, Sami, Rahmat, Aiman, Tisadi Tukiat, Ikhwan Shah, Saif, Yazid, E Ragab, Adham, Zhou, Wenbin, Ameen, Wadea

“…Response surface methodology (RSM)is applied to ascertain the optimal parameters for high-performance filtration. The findings suggest that employing a forging temperature of 532.34 °C and a holding time of 60 min produces favourable results. …”
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Influence Of Different Ratios Of Gdc-Sdc On Ssc/Gdc–Sdc Dual Composite Cathode For Intermediate-Temperature Solid Oxide Fuel Cells by Roslan, Mohammad Fikrey, Abd Rahman, Hamimah, Azmi, Mohd Azham, MohdTukimon, Mohd Faizal, Jaidi, Zolhafizi, Abdul Ghani, Muhammad Zul Idzham

“…The dual composite cathodes produced an acceptable porosity (40%–50%) of the cathode component for SOFC application. Finally, the findings of this study significantly contribute to the investigation of SSC/GDC– SDC as a potential dual composite cathode material for IT-SOFCs.…”
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Optimizing hybrid energy systems for remote communities in Asia’s least developed countries by Prum, Mengly, Goh, Hui Hwang, Zhang, Dongdong, Dai, Wei, Kurniawan, Tonni Agustiono, Goh, Kai Chen

“…Hybrid optimization multiples for electric renewables (HOMER) is used as a tool for techno-economic analysis and finding the possible combination of solar PV, wind, diesel, and battery. …”
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Parametric optimisation of microhardness on heat-treated electroless Ni-YSZ cermet coating by Baba, N. Bahiyah, Ghazali, A. S., Abdul Rahman, A. H., Sharif, S.

“…The surface characterisation was analysed using Cambridge Stereoscan 90 Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) coupled with Energy Dispersive X-ray Analysis (EDXA). Findings: The optimum condition in obtaining high microhardness on Ni-YSZ cermet coating is evaluated by statistical tool ANOVA in Minitab20 software. …”

Unveiling optimal car alarm’s sound pressure level (SPL) for effective alerting of drivers on locked children in cars: Insights from a physical survey. by Murali, R., Shahriman, A. B., Mohamed, M., Razlan, Z. M., H. Rani, M. F., Abashah, A., Ahmad, Y., A.Ali, M. H., Sunan, S., Khudzari, J.

“…Two mathematical models were constructed through this study to predict the maximum allowable distance and the time before the alarm sound is no longer effective in alerting the drivers. The findings of this study will be useful to regulators and car manufacturers in establishing a framework for determining the optimal SPL of the car alarm for an effective CPD system.…”
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Synthesis and performance analysis of a polysulfone braid-supported hollow fiber membrane for natural gas purification by Imtiaz, Aniqa, Kamaludin, Roziana, Othman, Mohd. Hafiz Dzarfan, Jilani, Asim, Khan, Imran Ullah, Muhammad Ayub, Muhammad Ayub, Samuel, Ojo, Iftikhar, Musawira

“…Mechanical strength testing revealed that 21_3 PSF BRHF (68.2 MPa) fabricated in this study outperformed conventional self-supported PSF hollow fiber membranes (9.44 MPa), as reported in the literature. These findings underscore the potential of BRHF membranes for natural gas purification, although further improvements are still possible.…”

Empowering Generation Z accountants in the era of data complexity and open innovation: nurturing big data analytics, diagnostic, and forensic accounting skills by Imjai, Narinthon, Swatdikun, Trairong, Rungruang, Prasit, Basiruddin, Rohaida, Aujirapongpan, Somnuk

“…Path analysis conducted using the SmartPLS program affirmed significant relationships: BAS significantly influences both DS (H1, β=0.817, p<0.001) and FAS (H2, β=0.391, p<0.001), while DS notably impacts FAS (H3, β=0.484, p<0.001), concurrently serving as a mediator between BAS and FAS (H4, β=0.395, p<0.001). These findings suggest the imperative need for curriculum development and tailored training programs aimed at enriching these skills among emerging accountants. …”
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Insight into copper and iron ion sequestration from liquid-phase environment by microcrystalline cellulose biosorbent: experimental and modelling analyses by Abdullah, Mohammad, Abdullah, Luqman Chuah, Adeyi, Abel Adekanmi, Md. Jamil, Siti Nurul Ain, Choong, Thomas Shean Yaw, Abd. Majid, Rohah

“…According to the study’s findings, poisonous heavy metals can be successfully removed from aquatic environments using eco-friendly microcrystalline cellulose.…”

Synergistic antibacterial effect of Persicaria odorata synthesised silver nanoparticles with antibiotics on drug-resistant bacteria. by Abdul Hadi, Atieya, Nik Malek, Nik Ahmad Nizam, Matmin, Juan, Asraf, Muhammad Hariz, Susanto, Hendra, Mohammad Din, Shahrulnizahana, Shamsuddin, Mustaffa

“…However, the disc diffusion result exhibit a significant increase in the inhibition zone when ampicillin-AgNPs, cefoxitin-AgNPs and chloramphenicol-AgNPs were used in combination. In short, the findings of this study showed that AgNPs exhibit a promising synergy when used in combination with antibiotics, opening up possibilities for future combination therapies against antibiotic-resistant pathogens.…”

Implications of contextual ambidexterity and digital platform capability on SME performance: the role of absorptive capacity as a moderator by Ramdan, Mohamad Rohieszan, Abdullah, Nor Liza, Abd. Aziz, Nurul Ashykin, Mohd. Fuzi, Nursyazwani, Ong, Sharon Yong Yee, Ab. Wahab, Nur Yuhainis

“…Overall, this study contributes to the current literature by highlighting contextual ambidexterity and digital platform capabilities as critical dynamic capabilities for SMEs. The findings demonstrate that organisational learning elements represented by absorptive capacity could strengthen the interplay of dynamic capabilities to achieve the competitive advantage. …”
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Modelling and integrating of experimental analysis for predicting the parameters of kenaf fibre-reinforced concrete beam-column joint by Ayeni, Ige Samuel, Mohamad Jamaludin, Yatim, Abdul Shukor Lim, Nor Hasanah

“…Kenaf fibre increased joint shear load, load at first crack, stiffness, ductility, ultimate load, and energy absorption by 4.89% to 28.5%, 10.12% to 34.1%, 6.65% to 10.74%, 14.71% to 52.06%, 10.52% to 25%, and 10% to 50.99%, respectively. These findings show that machine learning has clarified performance in the prediction aspect and proposed high accuracy of joint parameters.…”
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15th General Election: What are the Factors Determining the Electoral Results? by Mohd. Zain, Zawiyah, Ahmad, Zalinah, Othman, Zaheruddin, Ajis, Mohd Na'eim, Omar, Salmah

“…This study uses qualitative method via analysis of commentary and observation on the political landscape of Malaysia circa the date of the dissolution of parliament on 20th October until the polling day. The study finds that subsequent to the announcement of the 15th general election results, no one party had secured an easy majority victory resulting in a hung parliament. …”
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Analyzing the Fragmented Sri Lankan Muslim Politics in Post-Ashraff Era by Yusoff, Mohamad Agus, Sarjoon, Athambawa, Mohd. Zain, Zawiyah

“…The leadership crisis and regionalism also negatively influenced the politics of SLMC and other Muslim parties in post-Ashraff era. This study also finds that unifying splinter-groups, reforming party structure and procedures, and redefining goals and path of achieving them would not only strengthen the politics of SLMC and other Muslim political parties but also would give a new brand for Muslim minority politics in Sri Lanka…”
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Examining the Empirical Model of Malaysian Youth Motivation in Political Participation: The Three-Culture Perspective (S/O 14182) by Halim, Haslina, Mohamad, Bahtiar, Dalib, Syarizan, Abdu, Shamsu Dauda

“…Furthermore, the results also indicate that political knowledge mediates the relationship between perceived information quality, political interest and political participation. Findings from the study validate the research propositions on the factors contributing towards Malaysian youth political participation. …”
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An Integrated Approach for Techno-Economic and Environmental Analysis of Power Generation from Pineapple Waste (S/O: 14486) by Omar, Salmah, Mohd Shafie, Shafini, Hami, Norsiah, Othman, Zakirah, Numan, Hariths, Nurwandi, Luthfi, Bachtiar, Iyan

“…The qualitative method through the interview and reports or content analysis was used in this research. The study's findings found that pineapple waste had a high potential for energy production, with 9857.6 tonnes of pineapple waste generating 9,918,177.4 kWh of electricity. …”
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Optimization Of CIPP Evaluation Model as An Escalation of Educational-Industrial Collaboration Program by Rizal, Fahmi, Verawardina, Unung, Nadawina, Nadia, Sutadji, Eddy, Kuntadi, Iwa, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun

“…Both qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques are applied, including descriptive analysis, difference tests using two-way ANOVA, and factor analysis tests using the SMART PLS application. Based on the findings, it is concluded that the evaluation results encompass the Context, Input, Process, Product (CIPP) variables in an ideal vocational school-university-industry collaboration model. …”
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Mechanical, Durability and Thermal Properties of Foamed Concrete Reinforced with Synthetic Twisted Bundle Macro-Fibers by Othuman Mydin, Md Azree, Mohd Nawi, Mohd Nasrun, Omar, Roshartini, Dulaimi, Anmar, Mohammed Najm, Hadee, Mahmood, Shaker, Sabri, Mohanad Muayad Sabri

“…Compression, flexural, splitting tensile, flow table, porosity, water absorption and thermal conductivity tests were conducted to establish the thermal, mechanical and durability properties of SF-reinforced FC. The findings imply that the integration of SF into FC results in a significant enhancement of the material’s strength and thermal conductivity properties while simultaneously lowering the material’s capacity for water absorption and porosity. …”
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