Prof. Bukola Olalekan Bolaji
Professor | Director
Faculty of Engineering · Department of Mechanical Engineering
Specialization Energy, Thermofluids, and Building Services Engineering
Office: Department Of Mechanical Engineering, Federal University Oye-Ekiti
Phone: 08109232572
Email: bukola.bolaji@fuoye.edu.ng
Biography
Professor Bukola Olalekan Bolaji is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 30 years of professional and academic experience. He obtained his Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Mechanical Engineering (Building Services Engineering Option) from the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria, in 1994, 1998, and 2009, respectively. He is currently a member of the University Governing Council and Director of Academic Planning at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria. He previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Director of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Unit, and Director of the Strategic Partnerships, Linkages and Collaborations Directorate at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti. He was the pioneer Head of the Department of Mechatronics Engineering at the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Nigeria, and also served as Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at both the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria.
Professor Bolaji has supervised and mentored numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students and has made significant contributions to teaching, research, and academic administration. As a Chartered Engineer, he has provided consultancy services to various industries in the areas of refrigeration, air-conditioning, and solar power systems. He is a member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), the Nigerian Institution of Engineering Management (NIEM), the Environment Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN), and the Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency (SAEE). He is also a member of the United Nations-African International Partnership for Sustainable Development Goals.
Research Interests
Refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, sustainable energy and environmental engineering, solar thermal energy systems, and solar power technologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (1994)
- Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Building Services Engineering Option), Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (1998)
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (2009)
Selected Publications
- Theoretical Investigation of Energy-Saving Potential of Eco-Friendly R430A, R440A and R450A Refrigerants in a Domestic Refrigerator
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, A.E. Adeleke, M.R. Adu, M.U. Olanipekun and E. Akinnibosun
Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Mechanical Engineering (2019) - Development of a Solar Box for Cooking and Water Heating
Authors: Omotainse, P.O., Lucas, E.B., Olayanju, T.M.A., Bolaji, B.O., Dairo, O.U., and Bassey, E.J.
FULafia Journal of Science and Technology (2018) - Experimental Evaluation of a Thermally Driven Adsorption Refrigeration System in Ogbomoso Environs
Authors: Sangotayo E.O., Waheed M.A. and Bolaji B.O.
Journal of Energy Technologies and Policy (2018) - Design and Construction of a Motorized Citrus Juice Extractor
Authors: O.O. Martins, B.O. Bolaji, O.H. Adeyemi, and O.M. Sanusi
FUOYE Journal of Engineering and Technology (2018) - Experimental Analysis of the Performance of the Eco-Friendly R510A and R600a Refrigerants in a Retrofitted Vapour Compression Refrigerating System
Authors: F.O. Borokinni, B.O. Bolaji, and A.A. Ismail
Nase More (Our Sea: Int. Journal of Maritime Science and Technology) (2018) - An Analysis of Noise and its Environmental Burden on the Example of Nigerian Manufacturing Companies
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.U. Olanipekun, AA. Adekunle and A.E. Adeleke
Journal of Cleaner Production (2018) - Applicability of Peleg’s Equation in Predicting Water Absorption During the Soaking of Ofada and Nerica (L1) Rice
Authors: B.S. Adesina, T. Olayanju, O. Dairo, B.O. Bolaji and O. Sobukola
Journal of Postharvest Technology (2017) - Energy Performance of Environmental-friendly R435A and R161 Refrigerants in Sub-cooling Refrigeration Systems
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.R. Adu, M.U. Olanipekun and E. Akinnibosun
The Holistic Approach to Environment (2017) - Thermodynamic Study of Environment-Friendly R429A, R435A and R457A Refrigerants as Substitutes for Ozone Depleting R22 in Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.A. Oyelaran and O.C. Okoye
Pomorstvo (Scientific Journal of Maritime Research) (2017) - Dye-Modified ZnO Nanohybrids: Optical Properties of the Potential Solar Cell Nanocomposites
Authors: W.B. Ayinde , E.O. Dare, D.A. Bada, S.O. Alayande, F.O. Oladoyinbo, M.A. Idowu, B.O. Bolaji, M.I. Ezeh, R.U. Osuji
International Nano Letters (2017) - Analytical Test of Water-Extract from Fermented Ground Maize as an Alternative Base for Engine Coolants.
Authors: T.A Yusuf, B.O. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila
Walailak Journal of Science and Technology (2017) - Evaluation of Biogas Yield of Selected Ratios of Cattle, swine and Poultry Wastes
Authors: D.O. Okuo, M.A. Waheed and B.O. Bolaji
International Journal of Green Energy (2016) - Determination of Thermo Physical Properties of Water-Extract from Fermented Ground Maize (WEFGM) as Possible Alternative to Water Use as Cutting Fluid
Authors: T.A Yusuf, B.O. Bolaji, S.O. Ismaila and J.K. Adewumi
Silpakorn University Science and Technology Journal (2016) - Effect of Lumped Mass Matrices on the Dynamic Response of Beams under Moving Loads
Authors: Abiala, I.O. and Bolaji, B.O.
Nigerian Journal of Scientific Research (2016) - Design and Construction of a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System as Test Rig to Investigate the Performance of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) as Refrigerant
Authors: Oyelami, S. and Bolaji, B.O.
Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research (JSAER) (2016) - An Experimental Study of the Combustion Characteristics of Groundnut Shell and Waste Waste Paper Admixture Briquettes
Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle
Engineering and Applied Science Research (2015) - Experimental Investigation of the Performance of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Refrigerant in a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System
Authors: Oyelami, S. and Bolaji, B.O.
International Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research (IJSER) (2015) - Performance Evaluation of the Effect of Waste Paper on Groundnut Shell Briquette
Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle
International Journal of Renewable Energy Development (IJRED) (2015) - Performance Assessment of Three Eco-Friendly Hydro-Fluorocarbon and Hydrocarbon Refrigerant Mixtures as R22 Alternatives in Refrigeration Systems
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.D. Komolafe, F.O. Ajayi and E. Akinnibosun
Middle-East Journal of Scientific Research (2015) - Performance Evaluation of the Effect of Binder on Groundnut Shell Briquette.
Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle
International Journal of Applied Science and Technology (2015) - Characterization of Briquettes Produced from Groundnut Shell and Waste Paper Admixture
Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle
Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment (2015) - Performance investigation of some hydro-fluorocarbon refrigerants with low global warming as substitutes to R134a in refrigeration systems
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and Z. Huan
Journal of Engineering Thermophysics (2014) - Influence of Sub-Cooling on the Energy Performance of Two Eco-Friendly R22 Alternative Refrigerants
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Science and Technology (2014) - Computerised inventory management for a manufacturing industry: A case study in Nigeria
Authors: E.S. Owoeye, S.B. Adejuyigbe, B.O. Bolaji and A.F. Adekoya
African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development (2014) - Optimization of Nigerian Restaurant Waste Cooking Biodiesel Reaction Parameters using Response Surface Methodology
Authors: Waheed, M.A., Samuel, O.D., Bolaji, B.O. and Dairo, O.U.
International Journal of Energy Optimization and Engineering (2014) - Theoretical Comparison of Two of Eco-Friendly Refrigerants as Alternative to R22 in using a Simple Vapour Compression Refrigeration System
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, I.O. Abiala, S.O. Ismaila and F.O. Borokinni
Transactions of Famena (2014) - Energy Performance of Eco-friendly R152a and R600a Refrigerants as Alternative to R134a in Vapour Compression Refrigeration System
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, Z. Huan and F.O. Borokinni
Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu (2014) - Performance Simulation of Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems Using Ozone-Friendly Hydro-Fluorocarbon Refrigerants.
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, S.B. Adejuyigbe, J.R. Olonila
Annals of Faculty of Engineering Hunedoara-International Journal of Engineering (2014) - Performance Study of the Eco-Friendly Hydrofluoroolefins and Dimethyl-Ether Refrigerants in Refrigeration Systems
Authors: B. O. Bolaji
Sigurnost (Safety) (2014) - Effects of Binding Ratios on Some Densification Characteristics of Groundnut Shell Briquettes
Authors: O.A. Oyelaran, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and M.F. Adekunle
Iranica Journal of Energy & Environment (2014) - Synthesis of Biodiesel from Nigerian Waste Restaurant Cooking Oil: Effect of KOH Concentration on Yield
Authors: Samuel, O.D., Waheed, M.A., Bolaji, B.O. and Dairo, O.U.
Global Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology (2014) - Theoretical Analysis of the Energy Performance of Three Low Global Warming Potential Hydro-fluorocarbon Refrigerants as R134a Alternatives in Refrigeration Systems
Authors: B. O. Bolaji
Journal of Power and Energy (2014) - Thermodynamic Analysis of Performance of Vapour Compression Refrigeration System Working with R290 and R600a Mixtures
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z. (2013)
Scientia Iranica, Transaction B: Mechanical Engineering (2013) - Production of Biodiesel from Nigeria Restaurant Waste Cooking Oil using Blender
Authors: O.D. Samuel, M.A. Waheed, B.O. Bolaji and O.U. Dairo
International Journal of Renewable Energy Research (2013) - Impact of the Adoption of Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP) Software Package for Small Scale Bottled Water Industry in Nigeria
Authors: O.O. Martins, S.B. Adejuyigbe, M.A. Waheed, B.O. Bolaji and J.K. Adewumi
Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology (2013) - Development and Performance Evaluation of a Ceramic Filter for Point-of-Use Water Purification.
Authors: B. O. Bolaji and O.O. Akande
Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu (2013) - Load Performance of a Spark Ignition Engine Using Ethanol-Gasoline Blends as Alternative Fuel
Authors: Surakat, A.S, Bolaji, B.O., Olokode, O.S. and Dairo, O.U.
International Journal of Advances in Engineering and Technology (2013) - Evaluation of Corn Water for Corrosion Inhibitors Extract
Authors: T.A Yusuf, D.T. Gundu, M.I. Oseni, B.O. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila
The International Journal of Engineering and Science (2013) - On Vehicular Emissions of Petrol and Diesel Engines
Authors: S.O. Ismaila, B.O. Bolaji, O.R. Adetunji, N.O. Adekunle, T.A. Yusuf and H.O. Sanusi
Annals of Faculty of Engineering Hunedoara-International Journal of Engineering (2013) - Thermodynamic Analysis of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants in Sub-Cooling Refrigeration System
Authors: B. O. Bolaji and Z. Huan
Journal of Engineering Research (2013) - Development of a Solar Photovoltaic Power System to Generate Electricity for Office Appliances
Authors: S.B. Adejuyigbe, B.O. Bolaji, M.U. Olanipekun and M.R. Adu
Engineering Journal (2013) - Ozone Depletion and Global Warming: Case for the Use of Natural Refrigerant – a Review
Authors: B. O. Bolaji and Z. Huan
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (2013) - Development and Performance Evaluation of a Rice De-Stoning Machine using Vibrating Sieves.
Authors: S. B. Adejuyigbe, and B. O. Bolaji
Journal of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technology (JNSET) (2012) - On a Simple Procedure to Determine the Maximum Beam Deflection
Authors: I. O. Abiala and B. O. Bolaji
Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics. (2012) - Development and Performance Evaluation of a Mobile Solar Dryer for Cassava Chips
Authors: A.P. Olalusi, S.A. Ogunlowo and B.O. Bolaji
Energy and Environment (2012) - Design and Performance Evaluation of a Cooler Refrigerating System Working with Ozone Friendly Refrigerant.
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, A.O. Akintaro, O.J. Alamu, and T.M.A Olayanju
The Open Thermodynamics Journal (2012) - Development of Vehicle Emission Reduction Unit (Veru) for Use in Petrol Engines
Authors: S.O. Ismaila, B.D. Odetokun, B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Waheed and P.O. Aiyedun
Sigurnost (Safety) (2012) - Performance of a R22 Split-Air-Conditioner when Retrofitted with Ozone Friendly Refrigerants (R410A and R417A)
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Journal of Energy in Southern African (2012) - Theoretical and Experimental Analyses of Heat Transfer in a Flat-Plate Solar Collector.
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Abiala, I.O.
Walailak Journal of Science and Technology (WJST) (2012) - Effects of Unsustainable Use of Biomass Energy for Cooking and Strategies for their Reduction in Developing Countries
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Developing Country Studies (2012) - Development of an Experimental Apparatus for Demonstrating Vapour Compression Refrigeration System.
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Falade T.O.
International Journal of Thermal and Environmental Engineering (2012) - Computational Analysis of the Performance of Ozone-Friendly R22 Alternative Refrigerants in Vapour Compression Air-Conditioning Systems.
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z.
Environment Protection Engineering (2012) - Comparative Analysis of the Performance of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants with R22 in a Sub-cooling Heat Exchanger Refrigeration System.
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Huan, Z.
Journal of Power and Energy (2012) - Evaluation of Maintenance Culture in Manufacturing Industries in Akure Metropolitan of Nigeria.
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and S.B. Adejuyigbe
Journal of Information Engineering and Applications (2012) - Simulation of Torque during Rod Rolling of HCSS316 at Low Strain Rate Using “Phantom-Roll” Method.
Authors: Aiyedun, P. O., Igbudu, O. S. and Bolaji, B. O.
Journal of Minerals & Materials Characterization and Engineering (2011) - Mathematical Modelling and Experimental Investigation of Collector Efficiency of a Thermosyphonic Solar Water Heating System.
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Analele Universitatii Eftimie Murgu (2011) - Performance Evaluation of a Solar Wind-Ventilated Cabinet Dryer.
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, T.M.A, Olayanju and T.O. Falade
The West Indian Journal of Engineering (2011) - Selection of Environment-Friendly Refrigerants and the Current Alternatives in Vapour Compression Refrigeration Systems
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Top Research Group Journal of Science and Management (TRGJSM) (2011) - Performance Investigation of Ozone-Friendly R404A and R507 Refrigerants as Alternatives to R22 in a Window Air-Conditioner
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Energy and Buildings (2011) - On the Dynamic Analysis of a Simply Supported Rectangular Plate
Authors: I.O. Abiala and B.O. Bolaji
Journal of the Nigerian Association of Mathematical Physics (2011) - Problems Militating Against the Effectiveness of Technological Courses in Nigeria
Authors: Adejuyigbe, S.B. and Bolaji, B.O.
TRGJSM Journal of Science and Management (2011) - Exergetic Analysis of Solar Drying Systems
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Natural Resources Journal (2011) - Comparative Analysis of Performance of Three Ozone-Friendly HFC Refrigerants in a Vapour Compression Refrigerator
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Akintunde and T.O. Falade
Journal of Sustainable Energy and Environment (2011) - Development of a universal DC power supply using solar photovoltaic, utility and battery power sources
Authors: J.O. Oni and B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Energy in Southern African (2011) - Performance Analysis of R12 Alternatives in Adiabatic Capillary Tube of a Vapour Compression Refrigeration System
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Engineering Review (2010) - The Dehydrative Capacity of Solar Rice Dryer for Rural Application in Nigeria
Authors: Bolaji, B.O.
Ife Journal of Technology (2010) - Theoretical Investigation of the Performance of Some Environment-Friendly Refrigerants in a Sub-cooling Heat Exchanger Refrigerator
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, M.A. Akintunde and T.O. Falade
Journal of Science and Technology (2010) - Fabrication and Performance Assessment of a Locally Developed Fish Smoking Kiln
Authors: Ikenweiwe, N.B., Bolaji, B.O. and Bolaji, G.A.
Ozean Journal of Applied Sciences (2010) - Investigating the Effects of Increase in the Oil Prices on Manufacturing Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Bolaji, B.O. and Bolaji, G.A.
Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology (2010) - Exergetic Performance of a Domestic Refrigerator Using R12 and its Alternative Refrigerants
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Engineering Science and Technology (2010) - Performance Evaluation of a Locally Developed Domestic Water Filter
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, G.A. Bolaji and S.O. Ismaila
International Journal of Environmental Studies (2010) - Experimental Analysis of Reciprocating Compressor Performance with Eco-Friendly Refrigerants
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Power and Energy (2010) - Experimental Study of R152a to Replace R12 and R134a in a Domestic Refrigerator
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Energy (2010) - Effects of Sub-Cooling on the Performance of R12 Alternatives in a Domestic Refrigeration
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Thammasat International Journal of Science and Technology (2010) - Development of an Improved Coal Stove for Cooking in Developing Countries
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and A.P. Olalusi
AU Journal of Technology (2009) - Energy Efficiency of a Manufacturing Industry: A Case Study of Nigeria Eagle Flour Mills Limited Ibadan
Authors: P.O. Aiyedun, O.A. Adeyemi and B.O. Bolaji
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B (2008) - Analysis of Moisture Transport in the Solar Drying of Food Items
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology (2008) - Performance Evaluation of a Mixed-Mode Solar Dryer
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and A.P. Olalusi
AU Journal of Technology (2008) - Performance Evaluation of a Locally Developed Cassava Chipping Machine
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, S.B. Adejuyigbe and S.P. Ayodeji
South African Journal of Industrial Engineering (2008) - Development of a Wind-Ventilated Box-Type Absorber Solar Air Collector
Authors: B.O. Bolaji, O.S. Olokode and A.P. Olalusi
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B (2008) - Design and Performance Evaluation of a Solar Poultry Egg Incubator
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Thammasat International Journal of Science and Technology (2008) - Effects of Process Annealing on Mechanical Properties of Strain hardened Copper: A Case of Kabel Metal Nigeria Limited
Authors: O.S. Olokode, B.O. Bolaji and P.O. Aiyedun
Pacific Journal of Sciences, and Technology (2008) - Design Methodology for Photovoltaic Pumping System for Rural Application in Nigeria
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.R. Adu
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B (2007) - Effects of Process Annealing on Mechanical Properties of Strain hardened (NS 34 LC) Coiled Wire
Authors: O.S. Olokode, B.O. Bolaji and O.O Ize-Balogun
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B (2007) - Evaluation of Traditional and Solar Fish Drying Systems towards Enhancing Fish Storage and Preservation in Nigeria: Abeokuta Local Governments as Case Study
Authors: O.A. Akinola, A.A. Akinyemi and B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Fisheries International (2006) - Vehicle Emissions and their Effects on the Natural Environment
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and S.B. Adejuyigbe
Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineers (2006) - Flow Design and Collector Performance of a Natural Circulation Solar Water Heater
Authors: Bolaji B. O.
Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences (2006) - Source of Air Pollution and Strategies for its Management in the Nigerian Urban Cities
Authors: Bolaji B. O.
The Social Sciences (2006) - Silencer Noise Minimization Using Linear Programming Technique
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede
International Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Science, Environment and Technology (ASSET). Series B (2005) - Estimation of Solar Irradiance on Shaded Surface
Authors: B.O. Bolaji
Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineers (2005) - Development of a Pilot Plant for the Recycling of Used Lubricating Oil
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede
Nigerian Journal of Engineering Research & Development (2005) - Solid Waste as an Alternative Energy Source and a means of Solving Waste Disposal Problem in Nigeria
Authors: Bolaji B. O.
Global Journal of Environmental Sciences (2005) - Design, Fabrication and Performance Evaluation of Bean Dehuller
Authors: S.B. Adejuyigbe and B.O. Bolaji
Journal of Science and Technology (2005) - The use of Sawdust as an Alternative Source of Energy for Domestic Cooking and as a means of Reducing Deforestation
Authors: Bolaji B. O.
Global Journal of Environmental Sciences (2005) - Performance Evaluation of a Box-Type Absorber Solar Air Collector for Crop Drying
Authors: Bolaji B. O.
Journal of Food Technology (2005) - Design, Construction and Performance Testing of a Forced Vortex Equipment for use in the Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
Authors: Oladebeye, D.H. and Bolaji, B.O.
International Journal of Science and Technological Research (2004) - Management and Disposal of Industrial Wastes in Nigeria
Authors: Onipede, M.I.A and. Bolaji, B.O.
Nigerian Journal of Mechanical Engineering (2004) - Analysis of Solid Waste Management in Nigeria Cities: Lagos and Ado-Ekiti as Case Study
Authors: B.O. Bolaji and M.I.A. Onipede
Nigerian Journal of Engineering Management (2004) - Performance Evaluation of Solar – Operated Thermosyphon Hot Water System in Akure
Authors: C.O. Adegoke and B.O. Bolaji
International Journal of Engineering and Engineering Technology (2000) - Exergetic Analysis of Thermosyphon Solar Water Heating System
Authors: C.O. Adegoke and B.O. Bolaji
Nigerian Journal of Renewable Energy (1999)
Professional Qualification
- Registered Engineer (R.9356) - Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (2002)
Awards
- Award of Academic Excellent as the Best Postdoctoral Fellow of the Year 2012 - Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa (2013)
- Award of Academic Excellent as the Best Researcher in Faculty of Engineering - Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2021)
- Top 2% scientists - Stanford–Elsevier Global Scientist Rankings (2025)
- Top 500 researchers in Nigeria in the Total H-Index ranking - AD Scientific Index (2026)
Grants
- Research Grant (No.: RG202) to carry out a research on “Development of a Solar Fish Dryer” - Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (2006) - Amount: NAIRA 200,000.00
- Research Grant (UNAAB/IFSERAR/IRG01) to carry out a research on “Design and Construction of a Solar Photovoltaic Powered Refrigerator for Rural Applications" - Institute of Food Security, Environmental Resources and Agricultural Research (IFSERAR) (2008) - Amount: NAIRA 350,000.00
Total Grant: NAIRA 550,000.00
Scholarship
- Postdoctoral Research Scholarship - Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa (2011)
Prizes
- Best Student in Mathematics - Babatope Memorial High School, Ikoro-Ekiti, Nigeria (1978)
- Best Student in National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Lagos State Polytechnic, Isolo, Lagos State, Nigeria (1988)
Membership of Professional Bodies
- Nigerian Society of Engineers - Corporate Member / R. 10326 (2000)
- Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria - Corporate Member / R. 0046 (2003)
- Nigerian Institution of Engineering Management - Corporate Member / R. 0574 (2004)
- Southern African Association for Energy Efficiency - Corporate Member / SAEE538 (2012)
- United Nations-African International Partnership for Sustainable Development Goals - Corporate Member (2019)
- Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers - Corporate Member / B00736 (2026)
Paper Presentation - Local
- Noise Control for Sustainable Environment in Nigeria Manufacturing Companies - 11th Annual Conference of Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN) / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (2003)
- The Role of Solar Energy in the Preservation of Agriculture Products in Nigeria - 11th Annual Conference of Environment and Behaviour Association of Nigeria (EBAN) / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (2003)
- Possibility of Rural Electrification through Solar Energy in Nigeria and Solar Power Pumping System for Rural Water Supply - 5th Annual Engineering Conf. of School of Engineering & Engineering Technology / Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria (2004)
- Performance Evaluation of a Simple Solar Dryer for Food Preservation - 6th Annual Engineering Conf. of School of Engineering & Engineering Technology / Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria (2005)
- Automobile Air Pollutant Emission and Control - Environmental Sustainability and Conservation in Nigeria / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (2005)
- CFC Refrigerants and Stratospheric Ozone: Past, Present and Future - Environmental Sustainability and Conservation in Nigeria / Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria (2005)
- Sustainable Energy Technologies for Poverty Alleviation and Environmental Protection - 1st National Conference of Faculty of Science / University of Abuja, Nigeria (2006)
- Simulation of Load during Rod Rolling of HCSS316 at Low Strain Rate - 2nd International Conference on Engineering Research and Development (ICERD) / University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria (2008)
- Simulation of Refrigeration System in a Food Processing Company: A Case of Nigeria Bottling Company Ikeja - 4th International Conference on Engineering Research and Development (ICERD) / University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria (2012)
- Production and Characterization of Amorphous Aluminum-Copper Alloy for Aerospace Applications - Centre for Satellite Technology Development (CSTD) / Abuja, Nigeria (2015)
- Development of an Automatic Water Tank Controller - 1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2019)
- Review of the Fundamental Computational Infrastructural Construction Requirement for the Design Consideration for SMFO System - 1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2019)
- Integration of Public Surveillance System into Telecommunication Regulatory Framework in Nigeria - 1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2019)
- Design and Fabrication of Automatic Transfer Switch for Self-Starting Power Backup Systems - 1st International Mechatronics Engineering Conference / Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria (2019)
- Performance enhancement using appropriate mass charge of R600a in a developed domestic refrigerator - International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria (2019)
- Evaluation Analysis of a Developed Solar Refrigerator using Conventional Refrigerant for Rural and Medical Applications - International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria (2021)
- Effect of Fins Spacing on the Performance Evaluation of a Refrigeration System using LPG as Refrigerant. - International Conference on Energy and Sustainable Environment / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria (2021)
- Overview of Sensor Analysis for Health Monitoring-An Expert System for Catfish Pond - IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering / Covenant University, Ota, Nigeria (2021)
- Evaluation of a Sustainable Automated Hand Washing System Equipped with a Water Recycling Device - International Conference on Science, Engineering & Business for Sustainable Development Goals (SEB-SDG) / Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Nigeria (2023)
Paper Presentation - International
- Energy Performance of Eco-Friendly RE170 and R510A Refrigerants as Alternatives to R134a in Vapour Compression Refrigeration System - 9th International Conference on the Industrial and Commercial Use of Energy / Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa (2012)
- Energy Performance of Eco-Friendly R432A and R433A as Alternatives to R22 - 5th International Conference on Appropriate Technology / Department of Science and Technology, Republic of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa (2012)
- Assessment of Adaptation of E-learning in Engineering Education in Nigeria universities - World Engineering Education Forum/Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF/GEDC) / Madrid, Spain (2021)
- Evaluation of engineering students output during covid-19 pandemic lockdown - World Engineering Education Forum/Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF/GEDC) / Madrid, Spain (2021)
- Disruptive Technologies in Engineering Education: A Case Study - World Engineering Education Forum - Global Engineering Deans Council (WEEF-GEDC) / Cape Town, South Africa (2022)
Postgraduate Ph.D Supervision
- Olorunfemi, J. B. (PG09/0321) - Zero-loss grain storage and management using computer aided management (2014)
- Oyelaran, O. A. (PG10/0298) - Development of a motorized biomass fuel briquetting machine (2014)
- Sangotayo, E. O. (PG09/0229) - Modelling & performance characterisation of solar powered absorption refrigeration system (2016)
- Samuel, O. D. (PG09/0228) - In-situ trans-elsterification of pycnanthus (pycnanthus Angoleusis) seeds into biodi-esel using mixed methanol/ethanol system (2016)
- Akintunlaji, O. A. (PG08/0225) - Automation of Sandcrete Block Production (2016)
- Amosun, S. T. (PG10/0290) - Development of a solar energy- powered tyre pressure control unit (2016)
- Abayomi, T. L. (PG11/0544) - Simulation and experimental modelling of combined ventilation & power solar chimney (2017)
- Fakehinde, O. B. (PG11/0535) - Room conditioning by water flowing through inserted pipes in attic roof for thermal Comfort in tropical region (2017)
- Ambali, A. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/001) - Development and characterisation of Al- 2.5%Mg/xSiCp metal matrix composite for marine application (2024)
- Banjo, O. S. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) - Development and performance evaluation of biological nanoparticles for domestic refrigeration system (2024)
- Borokinni, F. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/003) - Optimisation of machining parameters of difficult-to-cut metal (AISI 304 SS) using MQL and brass nano-fluid coolant (2024)
- Oshodin, T. E. (PHD/MEE/2019/008) - Development of a refrigerator with internal heat exchanger using mixture of CO2 and LPG as refrigerant (2024)
- Ogundana, T. O. (PHD/MEE/2019/007) - Investigation on the Mechanical Properties of Rice Husk and Coconut Fibre Epoxy-Filled Composites for Automotive Application (2024)
- Oginni, O. T. (PHD/MEE/2022/0080) - Development of a Vapour Compression Cascade Refrigeration System for Fresh Blood Plasma Storage (2025)
- Lateef, I. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/003) - Production and assessment of alternative fuel from cashew nut shell and ackee apple seed for firing furnace (2025)
- Ajobo, J. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) - Production, characterization and corrosion effect of cascabela thevetia (yellow oleander) and hevea brasiliensis (rubber) seeds (2025)
- Kolo, J. G. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) - Production and performance evaluation of biodiesel from mango & African star apple seed oil blends using snail shell as catalyst (2025)
- Avwunuketa, A. A. (PHD/MEE/2019/002) - Optimization of transonic flow in rotor blade of axial compressor of an aircraft turbofan engine for better performance (2025)
- Olusesan, A E. (PHD/MEE/2022/0078) - Empirical study of integrated lean six sigma for enhancing efficiency-based controllable cost factors in manufacturing operations (2026)
- Ajayi, I. S. (PHD/MEE/2022/0078) - Retrofitting and performance optimization of domestic refrigerator using HC refrigerants (2026)
- Olumoroti, I. A. (PHD/MEE/2020/0002) - Evaluation of the potential of African star apple and ackee seed oils as bio-transformer oils (2026)
- Abioye, J. O. (PHD/MEE/2023/0003) - Development of an energy-efficient refrigerator with hot and cold-water system (2026)
- Olagunju, M. O. (PHD/MEE/2022/0005) - Development of a fixed bed biomass pyrolysis reactor for production and energy content enhancement of biofuel (2026)
Postgraduate M.Sc Supervision
- Akintaro, A. O. (PG08/0224) - Design & performance evaluation of a mobile cooler refrigerator retrofitted with R134a (2010)
- Okuo, D. O. (PG08/0227) - Evaluation of biogas yield of selected ratios of cattle, swine and poultry wastes (2010)
- Openibo, A. O. (PG08/0340) - Correlation between Sunshine Hours and Global Solar Radiation in Abeokuta, Nigeria (2010)
- Oyelami, S. (PG09/0227) - Experimental investigation of the performance of LPG refrigerants in a vapour compression refrigeration system (2011)
- Nwaokocha, C. N. (PG09/0222) - Tidal power potential evaluation of Lagos Costal area (2011)
- Surakat A. S. (PG10/0300) - Performance investigation of spark ignition engine using ethanol as alternative fuel (2012)
- Babarinde, T. O. (PG10/0267) - Computer simulation and experimental study of LPG refrigerant performance in a domestic refrigerator (2012)
- Borokinni, F. O. (PG10/0270) - Experimental analysis of the performance of hydrocarbon refrigerants in a domestic refrigerator (2012)
- Oke, O. O. (PG10/0286) - Performance study of a R134a domestic refrigerator retrofitted with R290 & R600a (2012)
- Opeyemi, L. A. (PG10/0292) - Effects of sub-cooling and refrigerant charge on the performance of a domestic refrigerator (2012)
- Adeleke, A. I. (PG10/0255) - Evaluation of energy content of biogas from agriculture and animal residues (2012)
- Orelaja, O. A. (PG10/0293) - A study on workers exposure to noise and vibration in a manufacturing company (2012)
- Owoeye, E. S. (PG10/0294) - Computerized inventory management for a manufacturing industry (2012)
- Owoyemi, T. J. (PG10/0297) - Computer aided simulation of a refrigerating system in a food processing company (2012)
- Adesina, B. S. (PG09/0051) - Water absorption kinetics of ofada and nerica rice during soaking (2013)
- Yusuf, T. A. (PG11/0584) - Evaluation of water-extract from fermented ground maize for its potentials as coolants for engine and machining operations (2013)
- Omotainse, P. O. (PG11/0110) - Development of a solar box cooker with a hot water dispensing system (2013)
- Osu, M. F. (PG11/0111) - Development of a battery cage installed with a drinking system (2013)
- Bada, D. A. (PG10/0237) - Synthesis, characterization and optical properties of nanocrystalline zno-dye hybrids usable in solar industries (2013)
- Adeniyi, V. A. (PG11/0506) - Development of an automobile faults diagnostic software using expert system (2013)
- Zubairu, A. S. (PG11/0585) - Energy analysis of a crude oil distillation unit of nigerian refinery (2013)
- Olopade, O. F. (PG11/0564) - Development of software for determining material removal rate of various operations on a conventional lathe machine (2013)
- Sunmonu, G. A. (207267809) - Experimental and theoretical performances of heat pump water heaters using R22, R407C and R410A as refrigerants (2013)
- Banjo, S. O. (14/PCM/ 88765) - Experimental analysis of the performance of an eco-friendly HC600a as a retrofitting refrigerant in a domestic refrigerator using appropriate refrigerant charge (2019)
- Olusesan, A. E. (M.ENG/M TE/18/0005) - Development of a thermoelectric refrigerat-or with automatic control of cooling temperature for preservation of food (2020)
- Adama, A. (M.ENG/M EE/19/001) - Assessment and development of low-cost de-feathering machine (2022)
- Akinfisoye, E. B. (M.ENG/M EE/19/004) - Optimisation of biogas from brewery waste water in international breweries plc (2022)
- Ayeye, T. O. (M.ENG/M EE/19/006) - Development of an automated hand washing system with an installed water recycling device (2022)
- Adeoye G. M. (M.ENG/MEE/2023/004) - Analysis of sawmills noise and its effects on workers in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria (2026)
Course Teaching
- MCE 503 - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning II (2008/2009 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 409 - Internal Combustion Engine (2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 407 - Refrigeration & Air-conditioning I (2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 301 - Machine Drawings (2006/2007 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 205 - Fluid Mechanics I (2007/2008 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 508 - Power Generating Plants (2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second)
- MCE 506 - Fluid Machinery (2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second)
- MCE 504 - Automobile Engineering (2008/2009 to 2013/2014; Second)
- MCE 308 - Applied Thermodynamics (2006/2007 to 2013/2014; Second)
- MCE 705 - Advanced Thermodynamics (2009/2010 to 2013/2014; First)
- MCE 622 - Mechanical Engineering Design (2009/2010 to 2013/2014; Second)
- MCE 611 - Engineering Graphics (2009/2010 to 2013/2014; First)
- MEE205 - Thermodynamics I (2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First)
- MEE307 - Thermodynamics II (2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First)
- MEE405 - Thermodynamics III (2015/2016 to 2018/2019; First)
- MEE411 - Fluid Mechanics III (2016/2017 to 2022/2023; First)
- MEE503 - Fluid Machinery (2016/2017 to 2025/2026; First)
- MEE511 - Internal Combustion Engines (2016/2017 to 2024/2025; First)
- MEE206 - Fluid Mechanics I (2014/2015 to 2017/2018; Second)
- MEE308 - Fluid Mechanics II (2014/2015 to 2017/2018; Second)
- MEE504 - Heat Transfer (2016/2017 to 2025/2026; Second)
- MEE510 - Mechanical Maintenance (2016/2017 to 2024/2025; Second)
- MEE809 - Environment and Safety Engineering (2019/2020 to 2025/2026; First)
- MEE801 - Optimization Techniques (2019/2020 to 2025/2026; First)
- MEE802 - Radiative Heat Transfer (2019/2020 to 2025/2026; Second)
- MEE828 - Advanced Computational Methods (2019/2020 to 2025/2026; Second)
Professional Skill
Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Systems95%
Thermal Systems Engineering90%
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Systems90%
Engineering Research and Development95%
Computational Modelling and Simulation85%
ANSYS and Engineering Software80%
Data Analysis and Statistical Tools85%
Technical Report and Academic Writing95%
Teaching and Academic Mentoring95%
Engineering Consultancy90%
Laboratory and Experimental Techniques90%
Leadership and Team Management85%
Communication and Presentation Skills90%
Environmental and Energy Auditing85%
Custom Fields
Reviewer appointment: Journal of Engineering Science & Technology, a Publication of Taylor’s University, Malaysia
Reviewer appointment: International Journal of Energy Research, UK
Reviewer appointment: Energy and Environment, Published by Multi-Science, UK
Reviewer appointment: the Journal of the Association of Professional Engineers of Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies
Reviewer appointment: Journal of Agricultural Biotechnology and Sustainable Development, Published by Academic Journals, Lagos, Nigeria
Reviewer appointment: Scientia Iranica, Published by Elsevier, US
Reviewer appointment: Journal of Applied Energy Published by Elsevier, US
Reviewer appointment: Thermal Science Published by Society of Thermal Engineers of Serbia
Reviewer appointment: Journal of Cleaner Production, Published by Elsevier, US