ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR DR. MOHAMMAD FAKHRATUL RIDWAN BIN ZULKIFLI
Faculty of Ocean Engineering Technology
fakhratulz@umt.edu.my
https://wise.umt.edu.my/fakhratulz
Executive Summary
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Expertise
ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineering
Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture
Material Corrosion in Marine Environment
Publications
Indexed Journal (Scopus & Wos)
Non-Indexed Journal
Books
Chapter In Books
Proceedings
RM866,298.00
Approved Grants
15
H-Index (Scopus)
10
Number of Projects
7
Total Postgraduate Students
PUBLICATIONS
Journals
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Article Title | Year | Journals | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alocasia Odora Extract As Environmentally Benign Corrosion Inhibitor For Aluminum In Hcl | 2023 | Moroccan Journal Of Chemistry | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 2 | Corrosion Inhibition Study Of Carboxymethyl Cellulose-ionic Liquid Via Electrochemical And Machine Learning Technique [(kajian Perencatan Kakisan Menggunakan Karboksimetil Selulosa-cecairan Ionik Melalui Teknik Elektrokimia Dan Pembelajaran Mesin)] | 2024 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 3 | A Critical Analysis Of Machine Learning In Ship, Offshore, And Oil & Gas Corrosion Research, Part I: Corrosion Detection And Classification | 2024 | Ocean Engineering | Scopus | Co Author |
| 4 | A Review On Environmental Benign Polyepoxysuccinic Acid-based Inhibitor For Carbon Steel In Seawater Environment | 2025 | International Journal Of Corrosion And Scale Inhibition | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 5 | Real And Imaginary Impedance Prediction Of Ni-p Composite Coating For Additive Manufacturing Steel Via Multilayer Perceptron | 2022 | Metals | WoS | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 6 | Modelling Of Experimental Drying Kinetics Of Codiaeum Variegatum Brilliantissima-zanzibar Used As A Corrosion Inhibitor | 2024 | Asia-pacific Journal Of Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 7 | Recent Innovations In Organic Inhibitors For Mild Steel In Corrosive Solutions: A Mini Review | 2024 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 8 | A Review On Application Of Marine Algae As Green Corrosion Inhibitors In Acid Medium | 2022 | Vietnam Journal Of Chemistry | Scopus | Co Author |
| 9 | Manufacturing Defects, Interfacial Adhesion, Impact And Water Absorption Properties Of Hybrid Polyester Composite In Boat Construction | 2025 | Archives Of Metallurgy And Materials | Scopus | Co Author |
| 10 | Synergistic Experimental And Theoretical Investigation Of 3-benzylsulfanyl-4h-(1,2,4)triazole As An Efficient Corrosion Inhibitor For Mild Steel In Hydrochloric Acid | 2026 | International Journal Of Corrosion And Scale Inhibition | WoS | Main Author |
| 11 | Application Of Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy Technology To Evaluate Passivation Performance Of Film Forming And Adsorption Types Corrosion Inhibitors | 2022 | International Journal Of Corrosion And Scale Inhibition | Scopus | |
| 12 | Piper Betle Extract As An Eco-friendly Corrosion Inhibitor For Aluminium Alloy In Hydrochloric Acid Media | 2023 | International Journal Of Corrosion And Scale Inhibition | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 13 | The Effect Of Nh4 Br Composition On Electrical Behaviour Of 2-hydroxyethyl Cellulose Solid Biopolymer Electrolytes | 2025 | Journal Of Advanced Research In Fluid Mechanics And Thermal Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
| 14 | Marine Algae (caulerpa Lentillifera) Extract As A Green Corrosion Inhibitor In Epoxy Coatings | 2026 | Global Nest Journal | Scopus | Co Author |
| 15 | Experimental And Bibliometric Analysis Of Truncated Cone Fouling Suppression Device For Vortex-induced Vibration Control In Marine Structures | 2026 | Asean Journal For Science And Engineering In Materials | Scopus | Co Author |
| 16 | Frontiers In Organic Corrosion Inhibitors For Chloride And Acidic Media: A Review | 2022 | Journal Of Bio- And Tribo-corrosion | Scopus | Co Author |
| 17 | Antifouling Study Of Zinc Tannate (tzn) For Mild Steel In Tropical Seawater | 2023 | Suranaree Journal Of Science And Technology | Scopus | Main Author, Corresponding Author |
| 18 | Synthesis Of Betaine-fatty Acid Ionic Liquid As Potential Anticorrosion Inhibitor | 2025 | Journal Of Taibah University For Science | WoS | Co Author |
| 19 | Inconsistency Of Air Quality Level During Several Phases Of Covid-19 Movement Restrictions In Malaysia | 2023 | Journal Of Sustainability Science And Management | Scopus | Co Author |
| 20 | Indoor Air Quality And Sick Building Syndrome Symptoms In Administrative Office At Public University | 2024 | Dialogues In Health | Scopus | Co Author |
| 21 | Manufacturing Defects, Interfacialadhesion, Impact And Water Absorption Properties Of Hybrid Polyester Composite In Boat Construction | 2025 | Archives Of Metallurgy And Materials | WoS | Co Author |
| 22 | Real And Imaginary Impedance Prediction Of Ni-p Composite Coating For Additive Manufacturing Steel Via Multilayer Perceptron | 2022 | Metals | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 23 | The Use Of Food Additives As Green And Environmental-friendly Anti-corrosion Inhibitors For Protection Of Metals And Alloys: A Review | 2023 | Environmental Science And Pollution Research | Scopus | Co Author |
| 24 | Environmentally Benign Water-soluble Sodium L-2-(1-imidazolyl) Alkanoic Acids As New Corrosion Inhibitors For Mild Steel In Artificial Seawater | 2023 | Acs Omega | WoS | Corresponding Author |
| 25 | Determination And Prediction Of Corrosion Integrity On Rv Discovery Via Non-destructive Test (ndt) And Artificial Neural Network (ann) | 2024 | Journal Of Tropical Resources And Sustainable Science | MyCitex | |
| 26 | Cynodon Dactylon Extract As Eco-friendly Corrosion Inhibitor Epoxy Coating Addition For Mild Steel | 2024 | International Journal Of Corrosion And Scale Inhibition | WoS | Main Author |
| 27 | Response Surface Methodology For Optimisation Of Parameter On Water Absorption Of Natural Fibre Hybrid Composite In Boat Construction | 2024 | Pertanika Journal Of Science And Technology | Scopus | Co Author |
| 28 | Effect Of Reinforcement Of Alkaline-treated Sugar Palm/bamboo/kenaf And Fibreglass/kevlar With Polyester Hybrid Biocomposites: Mechanical, Morphological, And Water Absorption Properties | 2023 | Journal Of Materials Research And Technology-jmr&t | WoS | Co Author |
| 29 | Evaluation Of Caulerpa Lentilifera (seagrape) Extract As A Potential Anti-corrosion Additive In Epoxy Coating For Mild Steel Protection In The Marine Environment [penilaian Ekstrak Caulerpa Lentilifera (anggur Laut) Sebagai Bahan Tambahan Berpotensi Anti-kakisan Dalam Salutan Epoksi Untuk Perlindungan Keluli Lembut Dalam Persekitaran Marin] | 2024 | Malaysian Journal Of Analytical Sciences | Scopus | Corresponding Author |
| 30 | The Influence Of Ammonium Formate Concentration On The Electrical Performance Of 2-hydroxyethyl Cellulose Solid Biopolymer Electrolytes | 2025 | Journal Of Advanced Research In Fluid Mechanics And Thermal Sciences | Scopus | Co Author |
Books
| No. | Book Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
|---|
Chapter In Books
| No. | Book Title | Chapter Title | Year | Publisher | Authorship |
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Proceeding
| No. | Article Title | Year | Proceeding | Indexing | Authorship |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Correlation Of Fibre Contents Towards Manufacturing Defects And Water Absorption Of Arenga Pinnata Fibre Reinforced Hybrid Composites For Green Boat Construction | 2024 | Aip Conference Proceedings | Scopus | Co Author |
| 2 | Prediction Of Corrosion Inhibition Efficiency Via Multilayer Perceptron | 2022 | Niles 2022 - 4th Novel Intelligent And Leading Emerging Sciences Conference, Proceedings | Scopus | Main Author |
| 3 | Corrosion Current Density Prediction Of 3c Steel Under Different Seawater Environment Via Artificial Neural Network | 2024 | Aip Conference Proceedings | Scopus | Main Author |
RESEARCH GRANTS
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Grant Title | Role | Level | Funder | Value (RM) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development And Testing Of Corrosion Inhibitor For Marine Metal In Corrosive Solution And Epoxy Coating | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM20,000.00 | In Progress |
| 2 | Gemini Surfactants As Low Toxic Acidizing Corrosion Inhibitor For Oil Well Industry: Computational And Experimental Approach | Project Leader | National | KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN TINGGI (KPT) | RM183,300.00 | In Progress |
| 3 | Determination Of Manufacturing Defects And Interfacial Adhesion Of Woven Kenaf Fibre Reinforced Hybrid Composites Via Machine Learning Approaches For Boat Construction | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM62,100.00 | In Progress |
| 4 | Corrosion Inhibition Of Environmentally Benign Heterocyclic Compounds Via Electrochemical, Computational And Field Study In Marine Environment | Co-Researcher | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM173,228.00 | Completed |
| 5 | Development Of Environmental Friendly Corrosion-fouling Inhibitors For Marine Application | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM122,000.00 | Completed |
| 6 | Investigating The Indoor Air Quality And Sick Building Syndrome In Selected Buildings | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM45,500.00 | Completed |
| 7 | The Study Of Corrosion Inhibition Behavior Of Cellulose-ionic Liquid Via Electrochemical And Machine Learning Techniques | Project Leader | National | Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia (KPM) | RM99,170.00 | Completed |
| 8 | Resources Recovery From Foresty And Aquatic Biomass In Malaysia (setiu Wetland, Redang Island, Lake Kenyir, Kor Hill) Via Thermal And Catalytic Techniques (extraction, Pyrolysis) | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM150,000.00 | Completed |
| 9 | Pengajaran Transformatif Menggunakan Kaedah ???virtual Reality (vr) Of Experimental Procesure (vr Pro)` Bagi Pengalaman Pembelajaran Imersif Dan Penilaian Alternatif Subjek Kejuruteraan Bahan Di Universiti Malaysia Terengganu | Co-Researcher | University | UMT | RM5,000.00 | Completed |
| 10 | Kajian Perbandingan Teknik Pengajaran Konvensional Dan Teknik Jigsaw Cooperative Learning Diintegrasi Dengan Medium Atas Talian Dan Internet Of Things (iot) Bagi Kursus Mmt3602 Teknologi Marin Dan Persekitaran | Project Leader | University | UMT | RM6,000.00 | Completed |
TEACHING
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Subject Name | Degree Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shipping And Port Technology | Bachelor |
| 2 | Marine Technology And Environmental | Bachelor |
| 3 | Shipping And Port Technology | Bachelor |
| 4 | Engineering Economics & Entrepreneurship | Bachelor |
| 5 | Ship Repair And Maintenance Systems | Bachelor |
| 6 | Marine Technology Laboratory 2 | Bachelor |
| 7 | Engineering Statistics | Bachelor |
| 8 | Marine Corrosion | Bachelor |
| 9 | Machining Workshop And Welding | Bachelor |
| 10 | Marine Technology And Environmental | Bachelor |
| 11 | Shipping And Port Technology | Diploma |
| 12 | Appreciation Of Nature And Ocean Heritage | Bachelor |
POSTGRADUATE STUDENT
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Student Name | Degree | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jiyaul Haque | Doctor of Philosophy | Completed |
| 2 | Noradhiha Farahin Binti Ibrahim | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 3 | Nursabrina Amirah Binti Mohd Nasir | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 4 | Sohel Mansuri | Doctor of Philosophy | Ongoing |
| 5 | Hamizah Binti Ismail | Master | Completed |
| 6 | Nur Aiman Syafiq Bin Mohd Hamidi | Master | Completed |
| 7 | Adi Hafizamri Bin Ariffin | Master | Completed |
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | IP Title | IP Type | IP Status | Reference ID | Year |
|---|
CONSULTANCY
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Date | Level | Client Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marine Corrosion Protection For Offshore Renewable Energy Components At Cefore | 01/06/2025 - 01/05/2026 | National | Ocean Hydro Sdn Bhd |
| 2 | Provision Of Advanced Stage Study (phase 2) Of The Reefability Of Offshore Plarform On An In-situ And Ex-situ Basis | 01/09/2019 - 01/09/2021 | National | Universiti Teknologi Petronas |
| 3 | Development Of Low Cost Air Sensor For Air Quality Monitoring Project | 01/05/2019 - 01/06/2021 | National | Enviro Exceltech Sdn Bhd |
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER
Note: This list is compiled based on data from the last five years.
| No. | Title | Year | Level | Collaborator | Funder |
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AWARDS
| No. | Name of Awards/Recognition | Awarding Institution | Year Awarded | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best Presenter Award | Universiti Malaysia Terengganu | 2024 | International |
| 2 | Topshield "keep Rust Away, Keep Rust At Bay" | Umt - Unisza - Tati | 2023 | National |
