Mechanical Engineering Engineer

Oluwatoyin Joseph Gbadeyan, Ph.D.

*U.S. PERMANENT RESIDENT*

Richmond City, Texas TX77406 346-***-**** ************************@*****.***

Summary

An experienced, enthusiastic, highly resourceful mechanical engineer, lecturer and award-winning researcher with a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering and over 24 years of working experience committed to adding value to the employer by making a meaningful contribution to material engineering, teaching and learning, research and development, quality control, and assurance, fabrication, welding, tribology, maintenance, construction, and manufacturing. Having a provisional patent and a product ready for commercialization motivates me to do more by building engineering, material research, and teaching careers in growth and a result-oriented institution where all talents and potentials are fully exhibited, harnessed, and utilized for the optimum benefit of an organization and the community. I seek continuous improvement in knowledge to provide adequate support with responsible and realistically relevant experience and to make your institution an enviable place.

Education

University Of KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, South Ph.D.

Mechanical Engineering, 01/2021

Research topic: (Hybrid Nano-shell Plant Fiber Bio-composite)

Durban University of Technology - Durban, South Africa Master of Engineering (MEng. Distinction)

Mechanical Engineering, 01/2017

Research topic: (Hybrid nanocomposite material for brake pad application)

Kwara-State Polytechnics, Ilorin Nigeria.

Higher National Diploma (Upper credit), Mechanical Engineering) 11/2009

Work Experience

Durban University of Technology Durban, South Africa

Senior Lecturer (Design Project) Jul 2023 – Dec 2024

Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational, and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.

Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction.

Implemented technological approaches to the subject material—educational research resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.

Planned & delivered well-structured lessons that engage & motivate students.

Planned and organized visits, field studies, and special activities connected with the Teaching of the subject.

Supported the school in delivering the curriculum effectively.

Managed resources effectively and ensuring appropriate value for money.

Organizing and supporting a range of extracurricular activities.

Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for students

Evaluated, administered tests, and analysed student performances.

Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting student/teacher interaction.

Durban University of Technology Durban, South Africa

Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Chemistry Feb 2022 – Dec 2024

•Conceived and developed research ideas on bioeconomics, such as biofuel, biobricks, biocomposite, and bioplastic, implementing foundational materials engineering principles.

•Developed proposals for Bioeconomy projects, with a focus on enhancing materials functionality and applications.

•Upscaled Bioenergy Technologies (Biogas Technologies for energy generation) using effluent, applying materials science techniques to improve efficiency.

•Advanced Biobricks projects by evaluating material properties and performance to ensure structural integrity.

•Engaged stakeholders (Gledhow Sugar Company and other Sugar Milling Industries) to align projects with industry specifications and material standards.

•Supervised undergraduate and postgraduate students in incorporating materials science knowledge into their research work.

•Conducted experimental research, analyzed data, and developed journal articles, emphasizing the application of materials science methodologies.

University of KwaZulu-Natal Durban, South Africa

Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Mechanical Engineering Jul 2021 - Dec 2024

•Conceived and developed innovative research ideas that generated new insights in additive manufacturing, enhancing process efficiency by 20%.

•Conducted experimental research, analyzed data, and developed journal articles, contributing to advancements in tribology and material development

•Mentored students in mechanical engineering projects, significantly improving their knowledge of circular economic principles and boosting project success rates.

•Fostered collaboration with wood composite manufacturers, increasing stakeholder support for research initiatives by 20%.

•Developed proposals for wood-plastic composite projects, securing funding and advancing research in sustainable materials

Durban University of Technology Durban, South Africa

Research Assistant/Technician Assistant/Laboratory Demonstrator Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

•Led hands-on laboratory experiments for strength of materials (SMTL) modules, significantly improving student comprehension and engagement.

•Demonstrated laboratory experiments on micrography and material structures, improving students' practical skills in material analysis

•Conducted experimental research, analyzed data using statistical software, and developed journal articles, contributing to advancements in tribology and material development

University of KwaZulu-Natal Durban, South Africa

Research Assistant/Technician Assistant/Laboratory Demonstrator Jun 2019 - Apr 2020

•Demonstrated laboratory experiments on the strength of materials (SMTL) modules, enhancing students' understanding of material properties

•Demonstrated laboratory experiments on micrography and material structures, improving students' skills in analyzing material compositions

•Conducted experimental research, analyzed data, and developed journal articles, contributing to advancements in material development and additive manufacturing

Alternative Material and Composite Design (Pty) Ltd. Durban, South Africa

Principal Expert/Fabrication Manager/Mechanical Engineer (Composite Material Innovator) Apr 2017 - May 2020

•Designed, developed, and produced bio-composite flanges for South African shipyards, meeting the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) agreement and requirements, enhancing material sustainability

•Provided direction and leadership to the departmental team to achieve high quality, productivity, and safety standards.

•Ensured workers' compliance with production schedules, process quality, efficiency standards, budget, inventory, and data reporting.

•Facilitated employee hiring, training, development, and performance evaluations. Administers corrective action as needed.

•Ensured training and education on specific tasks and company-related functions.

•Conducted training on matrix and reinforcement mixing techniques, enhancing team skills in composite material innovation

•Facilitated improvement through team involvement, training, and education on specific tasks and safety issues, leading to increased operational efficiency

•Submitted department budgets and adhered to them, assisted in capital equipment implementation, and maintained an adequate supply of shop materials, ensuring smooth departmental operations

•Completed various assigned duties, contributing to the overall efficiency and productivity of the department

Central Technical College, Durban, South Africa.

Engineering Drawing and Strength of Material Lecturer, February – April 2017

Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational, and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.

Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction. Develop and conduct inter-grade activities.

Implement technological approaches to the subject material—educational research resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.

Planned & delivered well-structured lessons that engage & motivate students.

Planned and organized visits, field studies, and special activities connected with the Teaching of the subject.

Supporting in delivering school curriculum effectively.

Durban University of Technology Durban, South Africa.

Fluid Mechanics Lecturer July- December 2016

Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational, and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.

Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction.

Implemented technological approaches to the subject material—educational research resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.

Planned & delivered well-structured lessons that engage & motivate students.

Planned and organized visits, field studies, and special activities connected with the teaching of the subject.

Supported the school in delivering the curriculum effectively

Durban University of Technology Durban South Africa.

Manufacturing Engineering Lecturer August- November 2015

Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational, and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.

Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction. Develop and conduct inter-grade activities.

Implemented technological approaches to the subject material—educational research resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.

Planned and delivered well-structured lessons that engage & motivate students.

Planned and organized visits, field studies, and special activities connected with the Teaching of the subject.

Supported the school in delivering the curriculum effectively

Physical Sciences Tutor, Plan-Bee Tutorial center, Commercial High school Ispingo.(2014 - June 2015)

Planned and instructed each subject area using a wide variety of teaching aids, motivational, and implementation strategies to engage students in active learning.

Incorporated learning modality principles into classroom and individual instruction.

Implemented technological approaches to the subject material—educational research resources on the Internet. Assist with information retrieval.

Planned and delivered well-structured lessons that engage & motivate students.

Planned and organized visits, field studies, and special activities connected with the Teaching of the subject.

Supported the school in delivering the curriculum effectively.

Managed resources effectively and ensuring appropriate value for money.

Organized and supported a range of extracurricular activities.

Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for students

Evaluated, administered tests, and analyzed student performances.

Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting student/teacher interaction.

Engineering Maintenance Company (EMCO) Doha Qatar

Assistance Mechanical Technician 2012 - 2014

Evaluated maintenance records of mechanical equipment regularly and ensured that equipment is affected running by design and performed corrective and preventive maintenance on equipment, systems, and structures on a quarterly, monthly and yearly basis through the prepared schedule of human resources and procurement of required part or material to be used on the site. Also, inspected and close monitored on-site surveillance technicians to ensure quality services.

Yandy Facility Management Lekki Lagos

Project manager 2011-2012

Accomplished human resource objectives by recruited, selected, oriented, trained, coached, counseled, and disciplined employees; communicated job expectations; planned, monitored, appraised, and reviewed compensation actions; enforced site work policies and procedures. Achieved operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; prepared and completing action plans and review; preparing and completing action plans, implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards.

Participated in educational opportunities; read professional publications; maintained personal networks; and participated in professional organizations to update job knowledge. Also, interviewed clients to assess needs and establish a report, conducted site inspecting for compliance of states specification and regulation from the client and prioritizing and coordinated tasks complete projects within deadlines.

Professional Memberships

Engineering Council of South Africa (Registered as Candidate Engineering Technologist) 2018- Present

Golden Key International Honor Society. 2019- Present

Engineers Without Borders 2018- Present

Publication:

Publication Summary:

1. The author has published a total of 34 peer-reviewed publications.

2. He served as a first author in 23 articles out of 34 peer-reviewed publications, published two books and 17 book chapters.

URL Links for Publications:

1. Scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=571********

2. Google-Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Xa5g8cMAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

Year

List of peer-reviewed articles

1.Alabi, O. O., T. A. Adeyi, O. A. Olagunju, G. O. Ogoh, and O. J. Gbadeyan. "Investigation and Exploring the Microstructural and Thermal Properties of Pseudostem Juice of Banana and Cassava Juice as a Quenching Media." Waste and Biomass Valorization (2024): 1-13.

2.Alabi, O.O., Ogunwoye, F.O., Gbadeyan, O.J., Fasina, A.O. and Deenadayalu, N., 2024. Exploring the impact of diesel-vegetable oil blends as an alternative fuel in combustion chambers. Biofuels, pp.1-8.

3.Alabi, O.O., Adepitan, O.L., Gbadeyan, O.J., Ekun, S.K., Adeyi, T.A., Fasina, A.O. and Aforolagba-Balogun, O.T., 2024. Experimental Analysis of Heat Transfer Enhancement in Pipe Flow Nanofluids. Journal of Hunan University (Natural Sciences), 51(6).

4.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin J., Joseph Muthivhi, Linda Z. Linganiso, Nirmala Deenadayalu, and Oluwaseyi O. Alabi. "Biogas production and techno economic feasibility studies of setting up household biogas technology in Africa: A critical review." Energy Science & Engineering (2024).

5.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, Lindokuhle Sibiya, Linda Z. Linganiso, and Nirmala Deenadayalu. "Waste to energy: the recycling and reuse of sugar industry waste for different value added products such as bioenegy in selected countries–a critical review." Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining.

6.Alabi OO, Gbadeyan OJ, Towoju OA and Deenadayalu N. Enhancing sustainable energy production through biomass gasification gas technology: a reviewF1000Research 2024, 13:511 (https://doi.org/10.12688/f1000research.147958.1)

7.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin J., Joseph Muthivhi, Linda Z. Linganiso, Ncumisa Mpongwana, Farai Dziike, and Nirmala Deenadayalu. "Recent improvements to ensure sustainability of biodiesel production." Biofuels (2024): 1-15.

8.Alabi, O. O., Gbadeyan, O. J., Bala, A., Ogunsiji, G. O., & Deenadayalu, N. (2024). Study of combustion characteristics of diesel-vegetable oil blends utilizing an industrial fuel burner. Fuel Communications, 18, 100104..

9.Gbadeyan, O.J.; Linganiso, L.Z.; Deenadayalu, N. Assessment and Optimization of Thermal Stability and Water Absorption of Loading Snail Shell Nanoparticles and Sugarcane Bagasse Cellulose Fibers on Polylactic Acid Bioplastic Films. Polymers 2023, 15, 1557. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15061557

10.Baloyi RB, Gbadeyan OJ, Sithole B, Chunilall V. Recent advances in recycling technologies for waste textile fabrics: a review. Textile Research Journal. 2023;0(0). doi:10.1177/00405175231210239

11.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, et al. "Process optimization of nano-calcium carbonate produced from snail shell using supermasscollider." Particulate Science and Technology (2023): 1-9.

12.Khoaele, K. K., Gbadeyan, O. J., Chunilall, V., & Sithole, B. (2023). A review on waste wood reinforced polymer composites and their processing for construction materials. International Journal of Sustainable Engineering, 16(1), 104-116.

13.Khoaele, K. K., Gbadeyan, O. J., Chunilall, V., & Sithole, B. (2023). The Devastation of Waste Plastic on the Environment and Remediation Processes: A Critical Review. Sustainability, 15(6), 5233.

14.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, T. P. Mohan, and K. Kanny. "Effect of loading nano-clay on banana fibers infused epoxy composite wear rate thermal property and water absorption properties." Materials Today: Proceedings (2023).

15.Oluwatoyin Joseph Gbadeyan, Lindokuhle Sibiya, Linda Z Linganiso, and Nirmala Deenadayalu "Manufacturing of building materials using agricultural waste (sugarcane bagasse ash) for sustainable construction: towards a low carbon economy. a review" International Journal of Sustainable Engineering (2023): DOI: 10.1080/19397038.2023.2283545

16.Ogoh, G.O.; Adeyi, T.A.; *Alabi, O. O; Gbadeyan, O.J; Jaiyeola, A. T Ekun, S.K; Ogedengbe, T. S; Ajayi, D. O.; Oluwole, O “Investigating the Influence of Nickel on the Corrosion of Mild Steel in Seawater” Journal of Corrosion and protection

17.Gbadeyan, O.J., Muthivhi, J., Linganiso, L.Z. and Deenadayalu, N., 2024. Decoupling economic growth from carbon emissions: a transition toward low-carbon energy systems—a critical review. Clean Technologies, 6(3), pp.1076-1113.

2022

18.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, Sarp Adali, Glen Bright, and Bruce Sithole (2022). "Comparative Reinforcement Effect of Achatina fulica Snail Shell Nanoparticles, Montmorillonite, and Kaolinite Nanoclay on the Mechanical and Physical Properties of Greenpoxy Biocomposite." Polymers 14, no. 3 365.

19.Gbadeyan, O. J., Kanny, K., & Mohan, T. P. (2022). Tribological properties of layered silicate nanoparticle filled acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) nanocomposite produced using 3D printing. Polymer-Plastics Technology and Materials, 1-12.

20.Gbadeyan, O.J.; Adali, S.; Bright, J.; Sithole, B. Cellulose Nanocrystals and Snail Shell Reinforced Polyvinyl Alcohol Bioplastic Films: Additive Concentration Optimization and Mechanical Properties Assessment, Journal of Applied Polymer Science 2022. https://dx.doi.org/10.1002/app.52839

21.Gbadeyan, O.J., Linganiso, L.Z. & Deenadayalu, N. Thermomechanical characterization of bioplastic films produced using a combination of polylactic acid and bionano calcium carbonate. Sci Rep 12, 15538 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-20004-1

2021

22.Gbadeyan, O. J., Mohan, T. P., & Kanny, . K. (2021). Mechanical and

the effect of oil absorption on tribological properties of carbon-based

brake pad material. Tribologia - Finnish Journal of Tribology, 38(1−2),

22−34. https://doi.org/10.30678/fjt.98392

23. Gbadeyan Oluwatoyin Joseph, Sarp Adali, Glen Bright, and Bruce

Sithole. (2021): Nanofiller/Natural Fiber-Filled Polymer Hybrid

Composite: A Review. Journal of Engineering Science and Technology

Review, 14, no. 5 (61-74).

24.Gbadeyan, O.J., S. Adali, G. Bright, B. Sithole, and S. Onwubu, "Optimization of Milling Procedures for Synthesizing Nano-CaCO from Achatina fulicaShell through Mechanochemical Techniques," Journal of Nanomaterials, vol. 2020, p. 4370172, 2020/07/04, 2020, DOI: 10.1155/2020/4370172.

25.Gbadeyan O.J, Adali S, Bright G, Sithole B, Lekha P. Mechanical, microstructure, and dynamic mechanical analysis of nanoshell and plant fiber hybrid biocomposite. Journal of Composite Materials. May 2021. doi:10.1177/00219983211013418.

26.OLUFEMI E. IGE, FREDDIE L. INAMBAO, OLUWATOYIN J, GBADEYAN, Thermo-Mechanical Analysis of Bio-Based Hybrid Nanocomposites for Brake Pad Application," International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development (IJMPERD), ISSN (P): 2249-6890: ISSN (E): 2249-8001. Vol. 11, Issue 2, April 2021, 155-17

27.OLUFEMI E. IGE, FREDDIE L. INAMBAO, OLUWATOYIN J, GBADEYAN, Development and Study of Tribological Performance of Bio-Based Hybrid Nanocomposites for Brake Pad Application (2021) International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development (IJMPERD), ISSN (P): 2249-6890: ISSN (E): 2249-8001. Vol. 11, Issue 2, April 2021, 89-106

2020

28.Gbadeyan, O.J., Mohan, T.P. & Kanny, K. Processing, and characterization of 3D-printed nanoclay/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (abs) nanocomposite gear. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 109, 619–627 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-020-05648-5

29.Gbadeyan, O.J., S. Adali, G. Bright, B. Sithole, and S. Onwubu, "Optimization of Milling Procedures for Synthesizing Nano-CaCO from Achatina fulicaShell through Mechanochemical Techniques," Journal of Nanomaterials, vol. 2020, p. 4370172, 2020/07/04, 2020, DOI: 10.1155/2020/4370172.

30.Gbadeyan, O.J., S. Adali, G. Bright, B. Sithole, and A. Omojoola, "Studies on the mechanical and absorption properties of Achatina Fulica snail and eggshells reinforced composite materials," Composite Structures, p. 112043, 2020/02/05/ 2020.

31.Gbadeyan O.J, S. Adali, G. Bright, and B. Sithole, "Physical And Morphological Properties Of Snail (Achatina Fulica) Shells For Beneficiation Into Biocomposite Materials," Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion, DOI: 10.1007/s40735-020-0333-6, 2020

2018

32.Gbadeyan O. J & Kanny K., 2018. Tribological behaviors of the polymer-based hybrid nanocomposite brake pad. J. Tribol 140(3), 032003 (Jan 16, 2018), DOI: 10.1115/1.4038679

2017

33.Gbadeyan O. J, Kanny K., Mohan T.P (2017). Tribological, mechanical, and microstructural of multi-walled carbon nanotubes/short carbon fiber epoxy composites. Journal of Tribology J. Tribol 140(2), 022002 (Sep 29, 2017) (6 pages). TRIB DOI: 10.1115/1.4037357

34.Gbadeyan O. J, Kanny K., Mohan T.P (2016). Influence of the Multi-walled carbon nanotube and short carbon fiber composition on tribological properties of epoxy composites. Tribology- materials, Surface &Interfaces. pp- 59-65, Volume 11, 2017

Research book chapters:

1.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, T. P. Mohan, and K. Kanny. "Tribological behavior of nanocellulose/carbon-based filled elastomer composites." In Elastomeric Nanocellulose Composites, pp. 427-443. Woodhead Publishing, 2024.

2.Moyo, Mufaro, Ajay Vasudeo Rane, Gbadeyan O. Joseph, and Krishnan Kanny. "Green Composites Based on Polyhydroxyalkanoates." In Green Micro-and Nanocomposites, pp. 143-160. Jenny Stanford Publishing, 2024.

3.O. J. Gbadeyan, T. P. Mohan, and K. Kanny, "Tribological Properties of 3D Printed Polymer Composites-Based Friction Materials," in Tribology of Polymer and Polymer Composites for Industry 4.0, H. Jena, J. K. Katiyar, and A. Patnaik Eds. Singapore: Springer Singapore, 2021, pp. 161-191.

4.O. J. Gbadeyan, T. P. Mohan, and K. Kanny, "Study of Interface Properties of Epoxy Filled Nanocellulose of Natural Fiber-Based Composites" Handbook of Epoxy/Fiber Composites Springer Singapore, 2022,

5.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, Linda Zikhona Linganiso, and Nirmala Deenadayalu. "Influence of Loading Nanoclay on Properties of the Polymer-based Composite." Nanoclay-Recent Advances, New Perspectives and Applications. IntechOpen, 2022.

6.Moyo, M., Rane, A. V., Gbadeyan, O.J, & Kanny, K. (2024). Green Composites Based on Polyhydroxyalkanoates.

7.Gbadeyan, Oluwatoyin Joseph, T. P. Mohan, and K. Kanny. "Tribological behavior of nanocellulose/carbon-based filled elastomer composites." (2024): 427.

8.Fagbemi, Olajumoke D., and Oluwatoyin Joseph Gbadeyan. "Development and Characterization of Biobased Plastic Fabricated Using Poly (Vinyl Alcohol)(PVA) as Based Material." In Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application, pp. 85-96. Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024.

9.Alabi, O.O., Ogunwoye, F.O., Gbadeyan, O.J., Fasina, A.O. and Deenadayalu, N., 2024. Exploring the impact of diesel-vegetable oil blends as an alternative fuel in combustion chambers. Biofuels, pp.1-8.

10.Myeni, Z.R., Deenadayalu, N. and Gbadeyan, O.J., 2024. Development and Characterization of Biodegradable Bioplastics Using Agricultural Waste. In Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application (pp. 135-149). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

11.Alabi, O.O., Gbadeyan, O.J., Towoju, O.A. and Alabi, O.O., 2024. Extraction and Characterization of Biofilms from Biopolymers. In Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application (pp. 115-134). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

12.Alabi, O.O., Gbadeyan, O.J. and Deenadayalu, N., Remedial Attempt to Reduce Plastic Waste. Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application, p.27.

13.Irambona, A.D., Mkhize, I. and Gbadeyan, O.J., 2024. Plastic Pollution in Africa: A Global Concern. In Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application (pp. 1-26). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

14.Fagbemi, O.D. and Gbadeyan, O.J., Development and Characterization of Biobased Plastic Fabricated Using Poly. Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application, p.85.

15.Tokoyi, V., Gbadeyan, O.J. and Deenadayalu, N., 2024. Bioplastic Re/upcycling: Sustainability. Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application, pp.217-230.

16.Gbadeyan, O.J. and Deenadayalu, N., 2024. Possible Applications of Developed Bioplastics. In Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application (pp. 151-174). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

17.Khoaele, K.K., Mphahlele, I.J., Gbadeyan, O.J., Sithole, B. and Chunilall, V., 2024. Remediation of Marine Pollutants for Biorefinery Innovations. In Marine Bioprospecting for Sustainable Blue-bioeconomy (pp. 371-393). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.

Book Publications:

Gbadeyan, O.J., Biomass-based Bioplastic and Films: Preparation, Characterization, and Application.

Gbadeyan, O.J., Valorization of Biowastes – A Promising Approach for A Circular Economy

Conferences/Symposiums attended:

Date held

Conference/Symposium/Organizers

19-20 April, 2024

Gbadeyan, O.J.; Linganiso, L.Z.; Deenadayalu, N. Assessment and Optimization of Thermal Stability and Water Absorption of Loading Snail Shell Nanoparticles and Sugarcane Bagasse Cellulose Fibers on Polylactic Acid Bioplastic Films presented at: International Conference on Environment and Life Science (ICELS-2024), Al Wakara, Doha Qatar

27-28th March 2023

Gbadeyan, O.J., Linganiso, L.Z. & Deenadayalu, N. Thermomechanical characterization of bioplastic films produced using a combination of polylactic acid and bionano calcium carbonate presented at: Scholars Frontiers in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Congress, London.

27-28th March 2023

28 - 30 October 2015.

Gbadeyan O. J, Kanny K., Mohan T.P. 2015. Wear and friction of epoxy resin filled with short carbon fiber 2015. Abstract accepted in: the Second International Conference on Composites, Biocomposite, and Nanocomposite (ICCBN), Durban University of Technology, Durban, South Africa,

12-14 February 2016

Gbadeyan O. J, Kanny K., Mohan T.P. 2015. Tribological behaviors of epoxy resin filled with carbon nanotube and nano graphite 2015. Abstract accepted. In: the International Conference on Advancements in Polymeric Materials, Ahmedabad, India

7 – 9 July 2016.

Gbadeyan O. J, Kanny K., Mohan T.P. 2016. Braking performance of polymer-based low friction hybrid nanocomposite brake pad Wear and friction of epoxy resin filled with short carbon fiber 2015. Abstract accepted. In: The first Indo-South African research workshop on nanocomposite materials and their applications, Durban

18 - 21 August 2019.

Gbadeyan O. J, Adali S.1, Bright G.1 (2019). Microhardness of Achatina Fulica shell structures for biocomposite materials. Abstract accepted in The 7th International Conference on Biorefinery (ICB2019), Johannesburg, South Africa,

18 - 20 September 2019

Gbadeyan O. J, Adali S.1, Bright G.1 (2019), Thermo-physical properties of Achatina Fulica shell for biocomposite (IRIC/2019/002). Abstract accepted in The 4th Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation Conference, Durban, South Africa

09 – 11 June 2020

Gbadeyan O.J, S. Adali, G. Bright, and B. Sithole, "The investigation of reinforcement properties of nano- CaCO3 synthesized from Achatina Fulica snail shell through mechanochemical methods on epoxy nanocomposite", Abstract accepted In The 34th Assembly of Advanced Materials Congress, Stockholm, Sweden.

Aug 10-11, 2020

Gbadeyan O.J, S. Adali, G. Bright, and B. Sithole, "Optimization of sodium lauryl surfactant concentration for nanoparticle production," Abstract accepted In The 22nd International Conference on Composite Technologies and Research, New York, USA

19th – 21st September 2022

Gbadeyan O.J, S. Adali, G. Bright, and B. Sithole, "Optimization of Milling Procedure for Synthesizing Nano-Calcium Carbonate from Snail Shell using Supermasscollider," Abstract accepted In PolyScience 2022 international conference in Barcelona, Spain

27-28th March 2023

Gbadeyan, O.J., Linganiso, L.Z. & Deenadayalu, N. "Thermomechanical characterization of bioplastic films produced using a combination of polylactic acid and bionano calcium carbonate" Scholars Frontiers in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Congress, London.

Honors/Research Awards

Date

The Type of Award/Honours Received

November 2022

Innovator Award of the Year 2022, which was awarded by the Durban University of Technology

2019-2021

Awarded the CSIR Bursary. Full Scholarship awarded to a student pursuing a Doctoral degree

2015-2017

Awarded the CSIR DST-Interbursary Support (IBS) bursary. Full Scholarship awarded to a student pursuing a master's degree

Reviewer for Scientific Journals:

REVIEWER FOR SCIENTIFIC JOURNALS:

1. Industrial Lubrication and Tribology (IF 1.442), Emerald.

2. Polymer Engineering & Science (IF 2.573), Wiley.

3. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery (IF 4.05), Springer.

4. Progress in Additive Manufacturing (IF 4.966), Springer.

5. Applied Mechanics (IF 2.467), MDPI.

6. Eng (IF

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