Dr. Murniyati Ahmad Mahtar | Graphene enhanced composites Award | Best Researcher Award
Dr. Murniyati Ahmad Mahtar , PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS) , Malaysia
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Skills and Abilities
- 🌐 Materials Analysis Techniques: Proficient in microscopy, thermal analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, and spectroscopy techniques, including TGA, DMA, SEM, and Raman.
- 📐 Composites Knowledge: Deep understanding of composites materials properties, characteristics, and manufacturing methods.
- 🔧 Mechanical Testing: Skilled in using mechanical test equipment and instruments for dynamic and static long-term testing (creep and fatigue) on composite materials.
- ✍️ Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professional Experience
📅 Nov 2013 – Present
Petronas Research Sdn. Bhd.
- Researcher (Specialty Chemicals Technology and Circular Economy department)
- 🌟 Development of Lignin-Based Electrospun Carbon Fibers for Medical Applications (2022-present)
- Developed project proposals and plans.
- Led formulation, production, optimization, characterization, and performance testing of lignin-based carbon nanofibers.
- Spearheaded electrochemical biosensor development and device performance evaluation.
- 🌟 Development of Lignin-Based Electrospun Carbon Fibers for Medical Applications (2022-present)
- Researcher (Advanced Materials department)
- 🌟 Graphene-enhanced Structural Composites (2018-present)
- Developed new formulations of glass and carbon fiber-reinforced nanocomposite materials.
- Assisted in commercializing nanocomposite materials for car manufacturing.
- Innovated a cost-effective graphene formulation, reducing material costs by 300%.
- 🌟 Barrier Materials for Corrosion Resistance (2017-2018)
- Formulated and fabricated graphene PU polymer films and tested permeability.
- 🌟 Graphene for Lubricants (2017-2018)
- Selected nano additives and conducted tribology tests.
- 🌟 Spring-in Project (2017)
- Conducted preliminary studies and material testing.
- 🌟 Graphene-based Composites for Pipeline Liner and Coatings (2016-2017)
- Fabricated test specimens and tested film permeability.
- 🌟 High-temperature Composite Repair System (2015-2016)
- Selected resin for high-temperature applications and fabricated specimens.
- 🌟 Composite Riser Clamp (2014-2015)
- Designed test methods and fixtures for mechanical testing.
- 🌟 Long-term Weathering Test on Composite Sandwich Panel (2013-2014)
- Conducted long-term weathering tests and analyzed degradation mechanisms.
- 🌟 Graphene-enhanced Structural Composites (2018-present)
📅 June 2013 – Sep 2013
ProEight Engineering
- Research and Development Engineer (R&D)
- Designed dry gas seal faces and supervised fabrication.
📅 June 2008 – Aug 2011
ProEight Engineering
- Research and Development Engineer (R&D)
- Developed new mechanical seal products and improved existing ones.
- Designed and supervised the fabrication of a static air tester.
- Conducted various analyses using ANSYS software.
Education
- 🎓 2018-2021 The University of Manchester, UK
- PhD in Materials (Graphene-Enhanced Structural Composites)
- 🎓 2011-2012 University of Nottingham, UK
- MSc in Engineering Materials Failure and Analysis
- 🎓 2004-2008 University of Technology Malaysia
- BEng Mechanical Engineering
- 🎓 2003-2004 Kedah Matriculation College, Malaysia
- Matriculation Certificate in Physical Science
Other Skills
- 💻 Computer Skills: MS Office, Adobe Photoshop CS5
- 🛠️ Engineering Software: ANSYS 12.0, Autodesk Inventor, MSC.Nastran, MSC.Patran, MATLAB, 3D Studio Max
- 🌐 Languages: Fluent in Malay and English
Publications Top Notes 📄
Barrier and thermal performance of graphene-HDPE nanocomposites for pipeline liner application
High-performance hybrid glass fibre epoxy composites reinforced with amine functionalised graphene oxide for structural applications
GRAPHENE FILLED EPOXY COATINGS FOR ENHANCED CORROSION PROTECTION
DEVELOPMENT OF GRAPHENE-HYBRID COMPOSITE HYDROGEN PRESSURE TANK FOR GAS STORAGE APPLICATION
Dr. Murniyati Ahmad Mahtar | Graphene enhanced composites Award | Best Researcher Award