Project

Research projects:

• International Level 

1. Investigation of Dynamic Characteristics of Ground Motion Using Microtremor Observations, JICA AUN/SEED-Net Research Grant for Special Research Program for Alumni (SRA) 2011, USD 25,000, 1 October 2011 - 10 March 2013. 

2. Tsunami Risk Mitigation for Northwest Coast of Peninsular Malaysia, JICA AUN/SEED-Net Collaborative Research Program for Alumni Members (CRA) 2013, USD 25,000, 1 May 2013 - 15 March 2015 

3. Estimation of Subsurface Structure of the Ground and Structural Response Assessment for Earthquake Risk Mitigation in Low to Moderate Hazard Countries, JICA AUN/Seed-Net CRC Grant, USD 50,000, 1 April 2016 – 31 December 2017 

• National Level

1. Determination of Tsunami Force on Structures, MOSTI Science Fund, RM 428,000, 1 June 2012 - 31 May 2014. 

2. Dynamic Characteristics of Ground Motion in Kuala Lumpur using Microtremor Survey, MOHE Exploratory Research Grant Scheme (ERGS), RM 92,000, 1 June 2013 – 31 May 2016. 

3. Flood Resilience Structures: Flood Resilient Bridge as a Sustainable Solution for Disaster Risk Reduction in Malaysia, MOHE Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), RM 70,000, 1 April 2015 – 31 December 2015. 

4. Study of the Seismic Resistance of  Prefabricated Steel Building System for Agriculture and Construction Industries (Industry Grant), 1 April 2022 - 30 September 2023.

• University Level

1. Analysis on Structural Integrity and Stability of a High Rise Building Subjected to Hydraulic Loading from Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting (RRWH) Storage, USM Short Term Grant, RM 17,271, 1 September 2004 – 31 August 2006. 

2. Structural Behaviour of Bridge Deck Subjected to Tsunami Force, USM Incentive Grant, RM 5,000, 13 November 2009 -12 November 2010. 

3. Structural Analysis of a Reinforced Concrete Bridge Girder with Perforations, USM Short Term Grant, RM 38,474, 15 February 2010 – 14 February 2012. 

4. Estimation of Probable Earthquake Ground Motion in Peninsular Malaysia, Research University Grant, RM 249,950, 15 December 2012 - 14 December 2015. 

5. Seismic Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Study for Lahad Datu, Sabah, USM RUI Grant, RM 70,000, 1 November 2017 – 31 October 2020 

Consultancy Projects:

• Compression Test on Polymer Samples (Client: Ann Joo Integrated Steel Sdn. Bhd.)

• Compression Test on Reinforced Concrete Samples (Client: Binthaha Bina Sdn. Bhd.)

• Bottom Deck and Stacking Test on Plastic Pallet (Client: Styrotex (Asia Pacific) Sdn. Bhd.)

• Performance Evaluation of RIVO Precast Sheet Piles LS Series (Client: RIVO Precast Sdn. Bhd.)

• Flexural Test on Cold-Form Steel Members (Client: Tong Yong Metal Sdn. Bhd.)

• Test on Steel Frame Scaffolding (Client: BW Yee Seng Group)

• Test on FRP Samples (Client: Cradotex (M) Sdn. Bhd.)

• Compression Test on Light Weight Concrete Block (Client: Kostima Contruction Sdn. Bhd.)

• Test on C-Lipped Channel and Battens (Client: Oriental Unity Sdn. Bhd.)

• Repeated Load Test on Floating Slab Track Bearing Pad (Client: Min Industry Sdn. Bhd.)

• Test on Welded Joint of IPC Holder EVO 10 (Client: TNB Nibong Tebal)

• Load Test on CH500 Bridge at Ulu Temiang, Seremban (Client: RIVO Builders (M) Sdn. Bhd.)

• Experimental Stress Analysis Training to Robert Bosch (M) Sdn. Bhd. (Client: Quantarad Technologies Sdn. Bhd.)

• Vibration Testing of Sky Bridge of KOMTAR (Client: Arup Jururunding Sdn. Bhd.)

• Test on Steel Storage Rack (Client: Eonmetall Industries Sdn. Bhd.)

• Seismic Compliance for Furutec Busduct System (Client: Furutec Electrical Sdn. Bhd.)

• Test on Pulling and Shear Test on Rivet and Static Load Test on Shelve (Eonmetall Industries Sdn. Bhd.)

• Load Test on Beam Clamp with Hanger (ELCO Advance Engineering (M) Sdn. Bhd.)

• Tensile Test for Construction Materials such as BRC, Reinforcing Bar, Steel Plate, Shaft, Hollow Section, Wire, Tendon Coupler and etc. (client: Various Companies)