Dr Ilias Oraifige
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Job title: Head of Subject - Engineering and Built Environment
Email: i.oraifige@derby.ac.uk
Phone No: 01332593207
Room: MS103
Recent publications
- Oraifige, A., Wu, M., Mills, B., and Oraifige I. (2011), "An Online Intelligent System for teaching Design Technologies to Engineering Students", Journal of the Higher Education Academy, Volume 6 Issue 1, pp. 40-51..
Garza-Reyes, J.A., Oraifige, I., Soriano-Meier, H., Forrester, P.L., Harmanto, D. (2011), "The development of a lean park homes production process using process flow and simulation methods", Accepted for publication in the Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management (JMTM) - Garza-Reyes, J.A., Parkar, H.S., Oraifige, I., Soriano-Meier, H., Harmanto, D. (2011), "An empirically-exploratory study of the status of lean manufacturing in India", Accepted for publication in the International Journal of Business Excellence (IJBEX)
- Harmanto, D. and Oraifige. I.(2011), "Optimisation design cooling channel for injection moulding using CFD and FEA simulation techniques", Accepted for publication in the 21st International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM), Taiwan, 26-29 June.
- Harmanto, D., Bousbaine, A. and Oraifige, I., "Integrated framework of Automotive body surface using FEA technique", QiR Conference 2011, Bali, Indonesia 2011
- Garza-Reyes, J.A., Al-Jasser, A., Oraifige, I., Soriano-Meier, H., Forrester, P.L. (2011), "A general evaluation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in the Kuwait Oil industry", Accepted for publication in the 21st International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM), Taiwan, 26-29 June
- Jian Chen , Mianhong Wu , Ilias Oraifige, "Investigate an intelligent supplier evaluation system in e-manufacturing", International Journal of Internet Manufacturing and Services, Vol. 2, No.3-4/2010, p281-293, 2010
- Sugiono, Mian Hong Wu, Ilias Oraifige (2010), "Taguchi Method Based Basic Car Body Optimisation", Proceedings of the 16th International Conference on Automation & Computing, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK, 11 September 2010
- Garza-Reyes, J.A., Oraifige, I., Soriano-Meier, H. and Rocha-Lona, L. (2010), "An empirical application of Six Sigma and DMAIC methodology for business process improvement", Proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing (FAIM), California, US, July 12-14.
- J. Chen, M H Wu, I. Oraifige, "Application of the BP Neural Network Model on the Supplier Evaluation in e-Manufacturing Environment". Applied Mechanics and Materials Vols. 16-19 (2009) pp 174-177
- Yongming Yang, Dani Harmanto, Ilias Oraifige, Mian Hong Wu, "Developing Intelligent Simulation System for multi-AGV on line Jobs assignment & Routine Planning", 15th International Conference on Automation & Computing, Luton, UK, 2009.
- J. Chen, M H Wu, I. Oraifige, "Application of the BP Neural Network Model on the Supplier Evaluation in e-Manufacturing Environment", International conference of e-ENGDET2009, Shenyang, P R China, September 2009.
Experience in Industry
Senior Logistics Controller
BTR Automotive - Coventry, Air Suspension Systems
I was one of the key persons within the logistics department of the above company who supplied products to the automotive industry for period of nearly two years. My role involved the production planning of various units within the company. The unit that I was responsible for its production plans had a turnover of £12 million a year. At the end of my work period there I improved the customer deliver performance from 60% to 98% and I reduced the arrears from £100,000 to £10,000. This was regarded, by the company's management, to be a remarkable achievement, which was never achieved in the history of the company.
My role also involved expediting; raising, issuing and progressing scheduled production orders. The production planning process was the results of using BaanIV MPS/MRP system, which I became expert in using and manipulating, and hence was responsible for its running and maintenance.
Working for this company provided me with the experience and knowledge to deal with such demanding industry.
Design Engineer
Nautic Steel Ltd - Tamworth
I was responsible for the design of a 500-ton auto hydraulic press for use in the production of high-pressure pipefitting for the oil industry. All the design work and technical drawings produced was carried out on AutoCAD based on complex stress analysis calculations that I had to carry out.
I was also responsible for the design of the control unit required for the automatic control of the designed press.
The Automated Press in now fully operational at the company's premises.
Software/Design Engineer
T K Parkers Ltd - Hockley - Birmingham
Developed a number of software programs for various applications to suit customers' requirements.
Current Activities / Links with Industry
My current role involves continuous engagement with industry in many ways including development of new programmes, short courses, consultancy, KTPs, etc.
Faculty: Arts, Design and Technology
School: School of Technology
Subject Area: Engineering
My role as the head of subject for Engineering and Built Environment involves the management of 25+ full time staff, associate lecturers and technical staff plus over 850 students.
Teaching responsibilities
Involved in the delivery of various modules at all levels including: Engineering Science, Industrial control systems; Design for manufacture; Advanced mechanical Design; 2D/3D modelling; Management of lean organisations.
Professional interests
Highly qualified engineer with excellent achievements and successful industrial experience. Self-motivated, organised, articulate and determined to succeed. Possesses good communication skills, energy and thorough knowledge of new technology.
Research interests
Current research work involves virtual reality and finite element analysis. The main aim of the research is to investigate and develop tools to facilitate the integration of virtual reality and finite elements analysis, and hence providing real time design analysis capabilities in virtual environment. Other Areas of Research Involves: Applying Web-based Technology to Support Design and Manufacture including production optimisation; Touch and Force Feedback for Virtual Reality and Virtual Reality Environment for interactive Product Design.
International Experience
One of the responsibilities within my role is international recruitment which invloves development of international links with various institutions around the world.
Membership of professional bodies and advisory committees
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Undergraduate qualifications
- BEng Engineering with Commendation, University of Central England
Postgraduate qualifications
- MSc in Industrial Logistics, University of Central England
- Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, University of Wolverhampton
Research qualifications
- PhD in Simulation, Control and Coordination of Hierarchical Structures, University of Wolverhampton
Research posts
| Institution | Project | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wolverhampton | Research Fellow | 1999-2000 |
