Speakers

Prof. Mohamed Torbati

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Mohamed Torbati is a Professor in Mechatronics Research Group. He completed his PhD in the Signal Processing and Control Research Group at the Institute of Sound of Vibration Research and since then has been involved in all areas of research, teaching and enterprise. His recent research activities have been mainly on energy harvesting and storage including efficient DC power generation from reciprocating mechanical motion, compressed energy storage, and the design of magnetic gears for energy harvesting. He has developed innovative technologies such as the Self-Reversing Screw Energy Harvester (SRS-EH) and the Regenerative Shock Absorber (SRS-RSA), for which he holds patents. He is currently the Deputy Head of School for Internationalisation.

Dr. Nu Rhahida Arini

Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia

Nu Rhahida Arini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Energy in Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya (PENS). She teaches and conducts research in the fields of fluid mechanics, energy conversion, and renewable energy systems. Her work focuses on developing sustainable energy solutions for remote islands in Indonesia, including the design and evaluation of wind and tidal energy systems. Dr. Arini has led collaborative research projects with academic and industrial partners, including BP and the University of Southampton, and she actively engages students in hands-on learning and real-world engineering challenges. She has received national and international recognition for her contributions, including being a finalist for the Underwriters Laboratories ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women 2023.