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Associate Professor EUR ING. Ir Ts Dr Lim Wei Hong

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Deputy Dean | Department of Mechanical Engineering

Academic Qualifications

PhD Computational Intelligence
BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering 

Areas of Interest
Computational Intelligence, Swarm Intelligence, Evolutionary Machine
Learning and Deep Learning, Feature Selection, Intelligent Machining
Optimization, Smart Home Energy Management, Electric Vehicle
Charging Management, Digital Image Processing
Professional Bodies

  1. Professional Engineer, Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
  2. International Professional Engineer in UK Section, Engineering Council (ECUK)
  3. European Engineer, Fédération Européenne d'Associations Nationales d'Ingénieurs (FEANI)
  4. Chartered Engineer, Engineering Council UK (ECUK)
  5. Professional Technologist, Malaysia Board of Technologist (MBOT)
  6. Senior Member, IEEE
  7. Member, Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET)

Research

Research Grants 

  1. Name of grant: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
    Funder: Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia
    Project Title: Robust deep learning-based calibration for data-driven spectroscopy
    Code: FRGS/1/2020/TK0/UCSI/02/4
    Durations: 1st November 2020 to 1st April 2023
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount: RM 67,200
    Status: On-Going
  2. Name of grant: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
    Funder: Ministry of Education, Malaysia
    Project Title: Novel mechanisms of evolving convolution neural network based on novelty search of nature inspired algorithms for data classification
    Code: FRGS/1/2019/TK04/UCSI/02/
    Durations: 1st September 2019 to 30th November 2022
    Role: Principal Investigator
    Amount: RM 101,000
    Status: On-Going
  3. Name of grant: Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS)
    Funder: Ministry of Education, Malaysia
    Project Title: Enhanced Differential Evolution Algorithm by Balancing the Exploitation and Exploration Search Behavior for Data Clustering
    Code: FRGS/1/2018/TK04/USM/01/2
    Durations: 1st Jan 2019 to 1st April 2023
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount: RM 78000
    Status: On-Going
  4. Name of grant: Research Excellence & Innovation Grant (REIG)
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Multiple peaks photovoltaic power output maximum power point tracking using modified particle swarm optimization algorithm
    Code:REIG-FETBE-2021/045
    Durations:1st December 2021 to 30th November 2023
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount: RM 50,000.00
    Status: On-Going
  5. Name of grant: Research Excellence & Innovation Grant (REIG)
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Recognition of human face in presence of facial expression and decoration variations using spectra imaging system and deep learning
    Code:REIG-FETBE-2020/025
    Durations:1st July 2020 to 31st July 2022
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount:RM 47,900.00
    Status: On-Going
  6. Name of grant: Pioneer Scientist Incentive Fund (PSIF)
    Funder: UCSI University
    Project Title: Development of charging management strategy for electric vehicle using swarm intelligence approach
    Code:Proj-in-FETBE-050
    Durations:1st September 2018 to 31st August 2021
    Role: Principal Investigator
    AmountRM 17,800.00
    Status: Completed
  7. Name of grant:Pioneer Scientist Incentive Fund (PSIF)
    Funder: UCSI Universitiy
    Project Title:Development of rapid non-destructive method for food quality analysis using miniature handheld spectrometer combined with machine learning
    Code: Proj-in-FETBE-06
    Durations:1st September 2019 to 30th June 2021
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount: RM 20000
    Status: On-Going
  8. Name of grant:Pioneer Scientist Incentive Fund (PSIF)
    Funder: UCSI Universitiy
    Project Title: Development of clinical trial prototype for early breast cancer
    Code: Proj-in-FETBE-054
    Durations:1st November 2018 to 31st March 2021
    Role: Co-Investigator
    Amount:RM 20,000.00
    Status: On-Going

Current Reserach Project

  1. Development of modified nature-inspired algorithms with enhanced search performances for solving different types of optimization problems (e.g., global optimization, constrained optimization, multiobjective optimization and etc.)
  2. Application of modified nature-inspired algorithms in designing the feature selector, evolutionary machine learning or deep learning models with enhanced classification and regression performances.
  3. Application of modified nature-inspired algorithms in solving multi-response machining models in sustainable manufacturing process.
  4. Application of modified nature-inspired algorithms in solving energy management optimization problems under smart grid environment

Publications

1. Natarajan, E., Kaviarasan, V., Ang, K. M., Lim, W. H., Elango, S. & Tiang, S. S. 2022. Production wastage avoidance using modified multi-objective teaching learning based optimization embedded with refined learning scheme. Early access article in IEEE Access.

2. Ahmad, M. F., Mat Isa, N. A., Lim, W. H. & Ang, K. M. 2022. Differential evolution: A recent review based on state-of-the-art works. Alexandria Engineering Journal, 61 (5), 3831-3872.

3. Alrifaey, M., Lim, W. H., Ang, C. K., Natarajan, E., Solihin, M. I., Mohamed Juhari, M. R. & Tiang, S. S. 2022. Hybrid deep learning model for fault detection and classification of grid-connected photovoltaic system. IEEE Access, 10, 13852-13869.

4. Tan, J. H., Natarajan, E., Lim, W. H., Ramesh, S., Ang, C. K., Parasuraman, S. & Kingsly Jeba Singh, S. 2021. Effects of bone-plate materials on the healing process of fractured tibia bone under time-varying conditions: A finite element analysis. Materials Research Express, 8 (9), 095308.

5. Abdul Karim, A., Mat Isa, N. A. & Lim, W. H. 2021. Hovering swarm particle swarm optimization. IEEE Access, 9, 115719-115749.

6. Jdid, B., Lim, W. H., Dayoub, I., Hassan, K., & Mohamed Juhari, M. R. 2021. Robust automatic modulation recognition through joint contribution of hand-crafted and contextual features. IEEE Access, 9, 104530-104546.

7. Ang, K. M., Yeap, Z. S., Chow, C. E., Cheng, W., Tiang, S. S. & Lim, W. H. 2021. Modified particle swarm optimization with chaotic initialization scheme for unconstrained optimization problems. MEKATRONIKA, 3 (1), 35-43.

8. Tan, S. H., Pui, L. P., Mahmud, S. I., Kong, S. K., Lim, W. H., & Ang, C. K. 2021. Physicochemical analysis and adulteration detection in Malaysia stingless bee honey using a handheld near-infrared spectrometer. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 45 (7), e15576.

9. Jdid, B., Hassan, K., Dayoub, I., Lim, W. H. & Mokayef, M. 2021. Machine learning based automatic modulation recognition for wireless communications: A comprehensive survey. IEEE Access, 9, 57851-57873.

10. Natarajan, E., Chia, K. Y., Faudzi, A. A., Lim, W. H., Ang, C. K. & Jafaari, A. 2021. Bio inspired salamander robot with Pneu-Net Soft actuators–design and walking gait analysis. Bulletin of the Polish Academy of Sciences. Technical Sciences, 69 (3), e137055.

11. Alrifaey, M., Lim, W. H. & Ang, C. K. 2021. A novel deep learning framework based RNN-SAE for fault detection of electrical gas generator. IEEE Access, 9, 21433-21442.

12. Velavan, K., Palanikumar, K., Natarajan, E. & Lim, W. H. 2021. Implications on the influences of mica on the mechanical properties of cast hybrid (Al+10%BC+Mica) metal matrix composite. Journal of Materials Research and Technology,10, 99-109.

13. Abdul Karim, A., Mat Isa, N. A. & Lim, W. H. 2020. Modified particle swarm optimization with effective guides. IEEE Access, 8, 188699-188725.

14. Suresh, S., Natarajan, E., Venkatesan, K., Lim, W. H., Palanikumar, K. & Rajesh, S. 2020. Sustainable friction stir spot welding of 6061-T6 aluminium alloy using improved non-dominated sorting teaching learning algorithm. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 9 (5), 11650-11674.

15. Ang, K. M., Lim, W. H., Mat Isa, N. A., Tiang, S. S., Ang, C. K., Natarajan, E. & Solihin, M. I. 2020. A constrained teaching-learning-based optimization with modified learning phases for constrained optimization. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, 12 (4), 1442-1456.

16. Ang, K. M., Lim, W. H., Mat Isa, N. A., Tiang, S. S. & Wong, C. H. 2020. A constrained multi-swarm particle optimization without velocity for constrained optimization problems. Expert System with Applications, 140, 112882.

17. Natarajan, E., Kaviarasan, V., Lim, W. H., Tiang, S. S., Parasuraman, S. & Elango, S. 2020. Non-dominated sorting modified teaching-learning-based optimization for multi-objective machining of polytetrafluoroethlene (PTFE). Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing, 31, 911-935.

18. Ang, Z. H., Ang, C. K., Lim, W. H., Yu, L. J. & Solihin, M. I. 2020. Development of an artificial intelligent approach in adapting the characteristic of polynomial trajectory planning for robot manipulator. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics Research, 9 (3), 408-414.

19. Sureh, S., Venkatesan, K., Natarajan, E., Rajesh, S. & Lim, W. H. 2019. Evaluating weld properties of conventional and swept friction stir spot welded 6061-T6 aluminium alloy. Materials Express, 9, 851-860.

20. Abdullah Al-Sanabani, D. G., Solihin, M. I., Liew, P. P., Astuti, W., Ang, C. K. & Lim, W. H. 2019. Development of non-destructive mango assessment using handheld spectroscopy and machine learning regression. Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1367 (1), 1-7.

21. Lim, W. H., Mat Isa, N. A., Tiang, S. S., Tan, T. H., Natarajan, E., Wong, C. H., & Tang, J. R. 2018. A self-adaptive topologically connected-based particle swarm optimization. IEEE Access, 6 (1), 65347-65366.

22. Natarajan, E., Kaviarasan, V., Lim, W. H., Tiang, S. S. & Tan, T. H. 2018. Enhanced multi-objective teaching-learning-based optimization for machining of Delrin. IEEE Access, 6 (1), 51528-51546.

23. Yao, L., Lim, W. H., Tiang, S. S., Tan, T. H., Wong, C. H. & Pang, J. Y. 2018. Demand bidding optimization for an aggregator with a genetic algorithm. Energies, 11 (10), 1-22.

24. Yao, L. & Lim, W. H. 2018. Optimal purchase strategy for demand bidding. IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 33 (3), 2754-2762.

25. Yao, L., Yao, L. & Lim, W. H. 2018. A soft curtailment of wide-area central air conditioning load. Energies, 11 (3), 492.

26. Yao, L., Damiran, Z., & Lim, W. H., & Tsai, T. S. 2017. Optimal charging and discharging scheduling for electric vehicles in a parking station with photovoltaic system and energy storage system. Energies, 10 (4), 550.

27. Noordin, M. N. M. J., Mat Isa, N. A. & Lim, W. H. 2017. Saturation avoidance color correction for digital color images. Multimedia Tools and Applications, 76 (7), 10279-10312.

28. Yao, L., Lim, W. H., & Tsai, T. S. 2017. A real-time charging scheme for demand response in electric vehicle parking station. IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, 8 (1), 52-62.

29. Yao, L., Lim, W. H., Su, S. H., Chen, W. R., & Chen, C. H. 2016. Studies on demand bidding optimization. Monthly Journal ofTaipower’s Engineering, 820, 93-103.

30. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2015. Adaptive division of labor particle swarm optimization. Expert Systems with Applications, 42 (14), 5887-5903.

31. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2015. Particle swarm optimisation with improved learning strategy. Journal of Engineering Science, 11, 27-48.

32. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Particle swarm optimization with dual-level task allocation. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 38, 88-110.

33. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Particle swarm optimization with adaptive time-varying topology connectivity. Applied Soft Computing, 24, 623-642.

34. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Bidirectional teaching and peer-learning particle swarm optimization. Information Sciences, 280, 111-134.

35. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. An adaptive two-layer particle swarm optimization with elitist learning strategy. Information Sciences, 273, 49-72.

36. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Teaching and peer-learning particle swarm optimization. Applied Soft Computing, 18, 39-58.

37. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Particle swarm optimization with increasing topology connectivity. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 27, 80-102.

38. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2013. Two-layer particle swarm optimization with intelligent division of labor. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 26 (10), 2327-2348.

39. Tan, K. S., Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2013. Novel initialization scheme for Fuzzy C-Means algorithm on color image segmentation. Applied Soft Computing, 13(4), 1832-1852.

40. Tan, K. S., Mat Isa, N. A. & Lim, W. H. 2013. Color image segmentation using adaptive unsupervised clustering approach. Applied Soft Computing, 13 (4), 2017-2036.

41. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2012. A novel adaptive color to grayscale conversion algorithm for digital images. Scientific Research and Essays, 7 (30), 2718-2730.

Conferences/Proceedings

  1. Ramachnran Nair, R., Ramasamy, M., Natarajan, E., Manzorr, S., Lim, W. H. & Ang, C. K. 2021. Joystick controlled passive compliance Stewart-Gough platform. In: 2021 IEEE 11th International Conference on System Engineering and Technology (ICSET), Shah Alam, Malaysia.
  2. Wee, Y. H., Ahamed Khan, M. K. A., Ramasamy, M., Ang, C. K., Lim, W. H., Aramugam, K., Deisy, C., Sridevi, S. & Suresh, M. 2021. Development of a laboratory-scale pipeline crack inspection robot. In: 2021 IEEE International Conference on Automatic Control & Intelligent Systems (I2CACIS), Shah Alam, Malaysia
  3. Ahamed Khan, M. K. A., Allawi, O., Paraasuraman, S., Kosalishkwaran, G., Chung, T. D., Lim, W. H., & Ang, C. K. 2020. Biomechanical knee energy harvester. In: 2020 International Conference on Advanced Materials, Information Systems and Mechanical Engineering (AMISM), Ottawa, Canada.
  4. Ahamed Khan, M. K. A., Hajar, S., Ramasamy, M., Ang, C. K., Lim, W. H., Chung, T. D., Aramugam, K., Sridevi, S. 2020. Analysis of modified single phase multilevel cascaded inverter circuit. In: 2020 IEEE International Conference on Automatic Control and Intelligence Systems (I2CACIS), Shah Alam, Malaysia.
  5. Qayyum, A., Ang, C. K., Sridevi, S., Ahamed Khan, M. K. A., Lim, W. H., Mazher, M. & Chung, T. D. 2020. Hybrid 3D-ResNet deep learning model for automatic segmentation of thoracic organs at risk in CT images. In: 2020 International Conference on Industrial Engineering, Applications and Manufacturing (ICIEAM), 18-22 May 2020, Sochi, Russia.
  6. Solihin, M. I., Lim, W. H., Ang, C. K., Juhari, M. R. & Radwan, A. 2020. Robust H∞ controller design for flexible link manipulator based on constrained metaheuristics optimization algorithm. In: The 2020 International Conference on Artificial Life and Robotics (ICAROB 2020), 13-16 January 2020, Oita, Japan.
  7. Abdullah, R. A., Mokayef, M., Mokayef, M., Tiang, S. S. & Lim, W. H. 2020. Table tennis using Arduino for seniors’ healthcare. In: The 2020 International Conference on Artificial Life and Robotics (ICAROB 2020), 13-16 January 2020, Oita, Japan.
  8. Cho, M. Y., Tiang, S. S., Lim, W. H. & Mokayef, M. 2020. Compact trapezoidal-shaped monopole-like slot UWB antenna for WBAN application. In: 2019 2nd World Symposium on Communication Engineering (WSCE 2019), 20-23 December 2019, Nagoya, Japan.
  9. Natarajan, E., Cheah, T. A., Lim, W. H., Kosalishkwaran, G., Ang, C. K. & Parasuraman, S. 2019. Design topology optimization and kinematics of a multi-modal quadcopter and quadruped. In: 2019 17-th IEEE Student Conference on Research and Development (IEEE SCOReD), 15-17 October 2019, Perak, Malaysia.
  10. Natarajan, E., Lim, W. H., Ramasamy, M., Chong, C. H. & Sengottuvelu, R. 2019. Design and development of a robot gripper for food industries using Coanda effect. In: 2018 IEEE 4th International Symposium on Robotics and Manufacturing Automation (IEEE-ROMA 2018), 10-12 December 2018, Tamil Nadu, India.
  11. Ang, C. K., Al-Talib, A., Tai, S. M., & Lim, W. H. 2019. Development of a footstep power generator in converting kinetic energy to electricity. In: 2018 International Conference on Renewable Energy and Environment Engineering (REEE 2018), 29-31 October 2018, Paris, France.
  12. Yao, L., Damiran, Z., & Lim, W. H. 2017. Energy management optimization scheme for Smart home considering different types of appliances. In: 2017 IEEE 17-th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, 6-9 June 2017, Milan, Italy.
  13. Yao, L., Lim, W. H., & Lai, C. C. 2016. Self-learning fuzzy controller-based energy management for smart home. In: 2016 IEEE 9-th International Conference on Internet of Things, 16-19 December 2016, Chengdu, China.
  14. Yao, L., Shen, J. Y., & Lim, W. H. 2016. Real-time energy management optimization for smart household. In: 2016 IEEE 9-th International Conference on Internet of Things, 16-19 December 2016, Chengdu, China.
  15. Yao, L., Damiran, Z. & Lim, W. H. 2016. Direct load control of central air conditioning systems using fuzzy optimization. In: 2016 IEEE 16-th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, 7-10 June 2016, Florence, Italy.
  16. Yao, L., Damiran, Z. & Lim, W. H. 2016. A fuzzy logic based charging scheme for electric vehicle parking station. In: 2016 IEEE 16-th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering, 7-10 June 2016, Florence, Italy.
  17. Yao, L., Chen, Y. C. & Lim, W. H. 2015. Internet of things for electric vehicle: An improved decentralized charging scheme. In: 2015 IEEE International Conference on Data Science and Data Intensive Systems, 11-13 December 2015, Sydney, Australia.
  18. Yao, L., Lai, C. C. & Lim, W. H. 2015. Home energy management system based on photovoltaic system. In: 2015 IEEE International Conference on Data Science and Data Intensive Systems, 11-13 December 2015, Sydney, Australia.
  19. Yao, L., Huang, C. J. & Lim, W. H. 2015. An intelligent electric vehicle charging strategy for the hybrid type parking station. In: 2015 International Conference on Environmental Science and Energy Engineering, 26-27 July 2015, Phuket, Thailand.
  20. Noordin, M. N. M. J., Mat Isa, N. A. & Lim, W. H. 2015. A new quantitative evaluation metric for color correction algorithm. In: 2015 International Seminar on Intelligent Technology and Its Applications, 20-21 May 2015, Surabaya, Indonesia.
  21. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2014. Illumination estimation based color to grayscale conversion algorithms. In: 2014 International Conference on Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Informatics, 20-21 August 2014, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
  22. Lim, W. H. & Mat Isa, N. A. 2013. Particle swarm optimization with time-varying topology connectivity. In: 4-th Postgraduate Colloquium of School of Electrical and Electronics Engineering USM, 18-20 August 2013, Pangkor Island, Perak, Malaysia.

Awards and Recognitions

1. Gold Award for Final Year Project & Postgraduate: Research & Innovation Poster Competition (RIPC) Series 1/2022, in Category: Degree Final Year Project Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, organized by MNNF Network (2022).

2. Top Performance for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Related Research organized by UCSI University (2021).

3. Semi-Finalist for 2nd IEEE Five Minutes Final Year Project (5MFYP) Competition organized by IEEE Young Professional Malaysia (2021).

4. Consolation Prize for the Tan Sri Ir Yusoff Ibrahim Best Final Year Project Competition organized by The Institutions of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) (2021).

5. Key Chapter Recognition for IEEE-HKN Mu Alpha Chapter in UCSI University for 4 consecutive years (2017, 2018, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021).

6. Outstanding Chapter Award for IEEE-HKN Mu Alpha Chapter in UCSI University for 4 consecutive years (2016-2017, 2017-2018, 2018-2019 and 2019-2020).

7. Selected as Visiting Research Scholar by National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan for one-month attachment to contribute in research project related to demand side management of smart grid (2019).

8. Champion for the Tan Sri Ir Yusoff Ibrahim Best Final Year Project Competition organized by The Institutions of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) (2019).

9. Best Paper Award at International Conference on Engineering, Technology and Innovative Researchers (ICETIR) with title “Development of non-destructive mango assessment using handheld spectroscopy and machine learning regression” (2018).

10. IET Young Professional Section Leadership Award (2018)

11. Outstanding and Valued Volunteer in IET On Campus Facilitator (2018)

Editorial Board

1. Guest Editor – Journal of Healthcare Engineering (Special Issue: Advanced Computational Intelligence Technology in Health Management)

2. Editorial Board Member – Journal of Sustainable Engineering and Built Environment.

3. Editorial Board Member – MEKATRONIKA

4. Editorial Board Member – International Journal of Sensors, Wireless Communications and Control

5. Editorial Advisory Board - Revue d'Intelligence Artificielle

6. Editorial Board Member – Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering