Assoc. Prof. Dr Safaa Al-Humairi | Shape Memory Alloys | Smart Materials Award

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi is an Associate Professor and Deputy Dean for Research, Internationalization, and Industry at Management and Science University, Malaysia 🏫. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), specializing in smart materials, particularly shape memory alloys (SMAs) ⚙️. His research focuses on Cu-Al-Ni and Ni-Ti-based SMAs, tribology, corrosion resistance, and nanostructured coatings 🏗️. With high-impact publications, international research grants, and multiple innovation awards, he is a leading researcher in smart materials and renewable energy solutions, making significant contributions to materials engineering and biomedical applications 🚀🏆.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Safaa Al-Humairi, Management and Science University, Malaysia

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Education 🎓

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) (2011-2014) 🏫, where he specialized in smart materials, focusing on the phase transformation and shape memory behavior of Cu-Al-Ni SMAs ⚙️. He earned his Master of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hyderabad, India (2008-2010) 📚, researching abrasion resistance in mining materials ⛏️. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering at the University of Babylon, Iraq (2003-2006) 🏗️, specializing in metallurgical materials. His strong academic background has shaped his pioneering research in smart materials and advanced metallurgy 🚀.

Experience 🏫

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi is an Associate Professor and Deputy Dean for Research, Internationalization, and Industry at Management and Science University, Malaysia (2016–Present) 📚. He has also served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Teaching Assistant at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2012–2016), contributing to materials engineering and smart materials research ⚙️. Previously, he worked as a Lecturer at the University of Babylon, Iraq and as a Senior Engineer at the Building and Reconstruction Center, Babylon 🏗️. His industry experience includes working as a Research Fellow at Sandvik Asia, Hyderabad, focusing on materials development for mining applications ⛏️🚀.

Research Grants 🏆

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi has secured numerous national and international research grants, focusing on smart materials, renewable energy, biomedical applications, and IoT-integrated systems ⚙️🌍. His projects include IoT and sensor structure development, UAV design for service-based delivery, and smart navigation aids for visually impaired individuals 🦾. He has led studies on nanostructured coatings for biomedical applications, piezoelectric energy systems, and corrosion-resistant shape memory alloys 🔍🏗️. His contributions extend to industry research on coastal erosion and mosquito control using IoT. These highly funded projects demonstrate his leadership in cutting-edge research and sustainable innovation 🚀.

Awards and Recognitions  🏆

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to smart materials, renewable energy, and biomedical innovations. He has won multiple gold and silver medals at international exhibitions, including Malaysia Technology Expo (MTE), PECIPITA, and ITEX for projects in UAV design, renewable energy systems, and smart healthcare technologies 🚀⚙️. His research on blind-assistive technologies and COVID-19 monitoring systems has earned special industrial awards 🦾. Additionally, he has received academic excellence awards, including the Pro-Chancellor’s Award (2015) from UTM 🎓. His achievements highlight his groundbreaking research and global impact in smart materials.

Skills 💻

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi possesses extensive expertise in engineering design, simulation, data analysis, and programming. He is proficient in SolidWorks, ANSYS Fluent, and CFD Simulation for mechanical design and computational fluid dynamics ⚙️📊. His skills include TEM and microstructure analysis using Gatan Digital Micrograph, Image-J, and Corel Draw 🔍. He is adept at XRD analysis, thermal analysis, and atomic force microscopy 🏗️. Additionally, he has experience with MATLAB, Minitab, SPSS, and Python for IoT and sensor interfacing 🤖📡. His strong software knowledge supports cutting-edge research in smart materials, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing 🚀.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi specializes in Ni-Ti/Ta/Nb and Cu-based Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs) and Mg alloys, focusing on manufacturing, processing, and advanced material characterization 🏗️. His expertise includes casting, powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, tribology, corrosion resistance, and bioactivity 🔍. He utilizes SEM, TEM, XRD, and in-situ mechanical testing to analyze material properties and phase transformations ⚡. His secondary research areas cover robotics, thermodynamics, green technology, and 3D mechanical design 🤖🌱. His contributions drive innovation in smart materials, biomedical applications, and energy-efficient technologies, shaping next-generation material science and engineering 🚀.

Publications 📄

“An Overview of Phase Change Materials for Construction Architecture Thermal Management in Hot and Dry Climate Region” 🌡️🏗️
👨‍💻 Authors: M.A. Wahid, S.E. Hosseini, H.M. Hussen, H.J. Akeiber, S.N. Saud, et al.
📚 Journal: Applied Thermal Engineering (Citations: 152, 2017)

“Influence of Ti Additions on the Martensitic Phase Transformation and Mechanical Properties of Cu–Al–Ni Shape Memory Alloys” ⚙️🔍
👨‍💻 Authors: Safaa N. Saud, E. Hamzah, T. Abubakar, Mohd Zamri, Masaki Tanemura
📚 Journal: Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry (Citations: 88, 2014)

“Effects of Mn Additions on the Structure, Mechanical Properties, and Corrosion Behavior of Cu-Al-Ni Shape Memory Alloys” 🏗️⚡
👨‍💻 Authors: Safaa N. Saud, E. Hamzah, T. Abubakar, H.R. Bakhsheshi-Rad, Mohd Zamri, et al.
📚 Journal: Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance (Citations: 87, 2014)

“Structure, Corrosion Behavior, and Antibacterial Properties of Nano-Silica/Graphene Oxide Coating on Biodegradable Magnesium Alloy for Biomedical Applications” 🩺🔬
👨‍💻 Authors: H.R. Bakhsheshi-Rad, E. Hamzah, M. Kasiri-Asgarani, S.N. Saud, et al.
📚 Journal: Vacuum (Citations: 85, 2016)

“Correlation of Microstructural and Corrosion Characteristics of Quaternary Shape Memory Alloys Cu–Al–Ni–X (X= Mn or Ti)” ⚙️📊
👨‍💻 Authors: S.N. Saud, E. Hamzah, T. Abubakar, H.R. Bakhsheshi-Rad
📚 Journal: Transactions of Nonferrous Metals Society of China (Citations: 78, 2015)

Dr. Safaa Al-Humairi’s highly cited research in smart materials, corrosion resistance, and biomedical coatings has made a significant impact on materials science and engineering applications 🚀🏆.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Safaa Al-Humairi | Shape Memory Alloys | Smart Materials Award