Degree

Doctor of Philosophy

November 2002,  Kingston University, London, UK

(Imperial College: Dr. Ramsey Gohar as the PhD external supervisor)

Degree conferred for the research work in:

“Reduction of Whirl Instability in Externally Pressurised Gas Journal Bearings”

Research Programme:  Post Graduate research programme funded by Kingston University (and Externally supervised/approved by Dr. Gohar from  Imperial College) in Advanced Mechanics / Mathematical Modelling of the Stability of Externally Pressurized Gas Bearings

(Part Time).

1994 – 2000, Kingston University, London, UK

Sponsor: Kingston University (tuition fees)

Supervisors: Dr. M. Safa       Kingston University   London UK

                    Dr. R. Gohar     Imperial College        London UK

Subjects covered by the research programme:

Vibrations, Lubrication Theory, Eddie currents damping, Gas Bearings stability, Nonlinear Diff Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Solution Algorithms, Algorithm implementation using Mathematica version 4.2 programming language. The research programme was focused on the mathematical model of the gas flow within the bearing, computer generated solution of Reynolds equations and methods for improving the stability of the gas bearings.

Degree

MSc in “Applied Mathematics”

November 2011,  Imperial College, London, UK

Course: MSc in “Applied Mathematics” (Part Time)

2009 – 2011, Imperial College, London, UK

Sponsor: My current employer, ponsor:University of East Londonrial College University of East London fully funded (PT) my Professional Continuous Development Academic Programme.

• Final Project Title:

“Mathematical Model and Calculation of Static and Dynamic

Characteristics of Externally Pressurized Air Journal Bearing”

Subjects studied during the course: Special and General Relativity, Tensor Calculus and Electro-Magnetic Field Theory, Mathematical Methods for Physics, Numerical Methods for Differential Equations, Mathematical Finance, Asymptotic and Perturbation Methods, Bifurcation Theory, Inviscid Fluid Mechanics.

Degree

MSc in “Advanced Manufacturing Systems”

November  1992, Kingston University, London, UK

Course: MSc in “Advanced Manufacturing Systems” (Full Time)

1991 – 1992, Kingston University, London, UK

Sponsor: Kingston University (tuition fees)

• Final Project Title:

“ A development in the use of the GRASP software for robotic simulation in assembly processes”

Subjects studied during the course: CAD, CAM, FEA, CIM, Robotics, Materials, Data Base Design & Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Planning, Simulation & Control, Management, Marketing, Metrology, Control Systems Theory.

Degree

Diplomate Engineer (a full time five years Romanian MSc. university degree) in “Mechanics”

June  1983, Transylvania University, Brasov, Romania

Course: 5 years MSc University course in “Mechanics”(Full Time)

(equivalent to MEng in UK, or Diplomate Engineer in Germany)

1978 – 1983, Transylvania University, Brasov, Romania

Sponsor: Government funded university education (tuition fees & grant)

• Final Project Title:

“Design of Hydraulic Robot for the assembly line of Diesel  engine”

(Industrial project for a National  Truck Manufacturing Company, Brasov,  Romania)

Subjects covered by the course: Advanced Algebra, Analytical & Diff.Geometry, Field Theory and Advanced Mathematics, Numerical Methods, Non Linear Differential Equations, Physics, Materials, Mechanics, Mechanics of Fluids, Thermodynamics, Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Industrial Automation & Control, Electrical & Electronic Devices, Mechanisms and Machine Design, Vibrations Theory, Technology and Metrology, IT and Fortran programming. 

Note: Romania followed the German system until 2009.

The engineering degree was called “Diploma de Inginer”, and the graduate was called an “Inginer Diplomat”. 

According to EU Bologna Accords stipulating the creation of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) by making academic degree standards and quality assurance standards more comparable and compatible throughout Europe,  this 5 years of studies is equivalent to a combined Master & Bachelor's degree (BSc/B.Eng & M.Sc or M.Eng).

The five year course concludes with a comprehensive set of specializing exams (examen de diploma). Marks 9 or 10 are considered exceptional.

Analysis of the Stability & Dynamic Coefficients of high speed externally pressurized journal gas bearings.

Bifurcation and Chaos Theory.

Investigation into the possibility of using Eddie currents for non contact damping of high frequency mechanical vibrations and the development of an adaptive dynamic electro-magnetic damper.

Theoretical and practical possibilities of generating non-evolventic profiles.

Applications of the theory of constraints and decision theory to business / financial decisions for small medium size UK companies.

2011 – 2012, University of East London, London, UK

• Proposed, designed and structured a new BEng Course in “Recycling Engineering and Waste Management” for the University of East London in collaboration with industrial partners and sponsors. The course was approved and will start enrolling students from 2012 (or more realistically from 2013).

• Proposed, designed, and structured a new MSc Course in “Computational Engineering Mathematics” for the University of East London. The course is in the final assessment stage for the academic approval.

2007 -  2011, Kingston University, London, UK

• External PhD supervisor on a successfully completed research programme: “Development of Outsourcing Decision Models for small and Medium Sized Manufacturing Companies” (PhD research student Adnan Adnan) 

2001 -  2002, University of East London, London, UK

Proposed, Designed and Successfully Supervised an industrial MSc programme in “Shop-Floor Production Simulation” (consultancy based project required by a number of local manufacturing companies and sponsored by Thames Gateway Technology Centre).

Numerical Methods (MSc), Engineering Mathematics (BEng Civil & Electrical), Building Structures.

Journals under review

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Muppala, S.(201X), 'Improvement of outsourcing of manufacturing by employing the theory of constraints', …

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Muppala, S.(201X),

' Improvement of outsourcing by employing lean philosophy', … 

Work in progress

The influence of recess feeding volume on the externally pressurised vertical journal gas bearing dynamic coefficients.

The influence of chocked gas flow on the pressure distribution and on the static coefficients of a horizontal loaded externally pressurised journal gas bearing.

Mathematics practice book on solving Cambridge Assessment STEP exams.

Research work referred in Published Books:

Edited by Rahnejat H., `Tribology and dynamics of engine and powertrain: Fundamentals, applications and future trends`, Loughborough University, UK, Woodhead Publishing Limited, ISBN-13: 978-1845693619, ISBN-10: 1845693612, September 2010

Ramsey G., Homer R., `Fundamentals of tribology`, Imperial College Press, UK, ISBN-13: 978-1-84816-184-9, ISBN-10: 1848161840, 2008.

Journals

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M., Williams, G. (2009), ‘Evaluation of Potential Manufacturing Suppliers Using Analytical Hierarchy Process and Cluster Analysis Benchmarking’, Computer Science Journals (CSC Journals): International Journal of Security, Vol.3.Issue.3.pp.35-47.

Adnan, G. Williams, S. Arunachalam, & A. Cazan, J. Arreymbi `Communication Systems for Successful Outsourcing – Game  Theory Perspective`,  Open Source publication on Communication Networks and Electronic Security – Journal for ICT security synergy . Volume 2 Issue 2. Copyright 2007 AICE Foundation ISSN: 1746-8558.

Cazan, A., Safa, M., Gohar, R. (2002), `Mixed configuration Externally Pressurised Gas Bearing`, Proceedings of the I MECH E, Part K, Journal of Multi Body Dynamics, Vol 216, No. 2, June, p. 181-189.

Peer reviewed Conferences articles

Adnan, A., Gyan, K.S., Safa, M., Cazan, A., Lung, A.W.M., Muppala, S. (2012), ‘Application of Analytical Hierarchy Process for the Selection of Outsourcees (Suppliers) for a Ghanaian Gold Mining Company’, Advances in Computing and Technology 7th Annual Conference, London.UK.

Adnan, A., Cazan, A., Safa, M., Lung, A.W.M. (2009), ‘Guidelines for Benchmarking and Manufacturing Level Agreement for outsourcing’, Advances in Computing and Technology 4th Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.206-214.

Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A., Arreymbi, J., Webb, P.A. (2008a), ‘Developing an outsourcing Questionnaire: Validation Study’, Advances in Computing and Technology 3^rd Annual Conference, London.UK.pp.108-118.

Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007f), ‘Taxonomy And Frameworks for Improving Outsourcing Operations’, The International conference on Information Society, October 7-11, 2007, Merrillville, Indiana, USA.pp.212.

Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007e), ‘Improving Outsourcing Operations by Integrating Outsourcing Determinant Index & Outsourcing Cycle Effectiveness’, The International conference on Information Society, October 7-11, 2007, Merrillville, Indiana, USA.pp.207-211.

A. Adnan, G. Williams, S. Arunachalam, A. Cazan & J. Arreymbi (2007d), ‘Analysing Communication System For Successful Outsourcing - Game Theory Perspective’, 3rd International Conference on Advances in Information and Communication Engineering, Novotel.London.UK.pp.4-10.

Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007c), ‘Improving Outsourcing of Manufacturing Operations By Integrating With Theory of Constraints’, 5th International Conference on Manufacturing Research, De Montfort University.Leicester.UK.pp.191-195.

Adnan, A., Arunachalam, S., Cazan, A. (2007b), ‘The Importance of Secured Internet in World Class Outsourcing’, International Conference for Internet Technology and Secured Transactions, University of East London. London.UK.pp.123-124.

Cazan, A., Safa, M., Gohar, R. (2000), `High stability Externally Pressurised Gas Bearing`, Advances in Manufacturing Technology, Proceedings of the Sixteen National Conference on Manufacturing Research, UEL, September, p.309-314.

2011 – 2012, University of East London, London, UK

• Proposed, designed and structured a new BEng Course in “Recycling Engineering and Waste Management” for the University of East London in collaboration with industrial partners and sponsors. The course was approved and will start enrolling students from 2012 (or more realistically from 2013).

• Proposed, designed, and structured a new MSc Course in “Computational Engineering Mathematics” for the University of East London. The course is in the final assessment stage for the academic approval.

2007 -  2011, Kingston University, London, UK

• External PhD supervisor on a successfully completed research programme: “Development of Outsourcing Decision Models for small and Medium Sized Manufacturing Companies” (PhD research student Adnan Adnan) 

2001 -  2002, University of East London, London, UK

Proposed, Designed and Successfully Supervised an industrial MSc programme in “Shop-Floor Production Simulation” (consultancy based project required by a number of local manufacturing companies and sponsored by Thames Gateway Technology Centre).