https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/519 The Faculty of Engineering is located at the University's main campus and offers tuition and supervision to about 477 students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels while conducting research in all fields covered by its departments. 2026-09-13T23:41:08Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/149050 Title: Integrated product development based on foreseeing life-cycle consequences Authors: Borg, Jonathan C. Abstract: During product development, there is a phenomena that is continuously present, whether stakeholders are aware of it or not. This phenomena concerns the generation of Life-Cycle Consequences (LCCs) with design decision commitments. The understanding of this phenomena and how consequences are generated has been exploited to develop the ‘Knowledge of Life Cycle Consequences’ Approach. Evaluations performed via a number of computational prototypes based on this approach have repeatedly concluded that this approach allows designers to foresee consequences spanning multiple life phases. This approach thus promotes Design Synthesis for Multi-X, which is fundamentally different from an approach using multiple, standalone DFX methods. Thus the approach developed contributes a means of how to achieve integrated product development. 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/149049 Title: Lessons learnt in designing transportation solutions for elderly people following a participatory approach Authors: Wallisch, A.; Maccioni, L.; Trautmann, L.; Ostermeyer, E.; Borgianni, Y.; Borg, Jonathan C. Abstract: Aging societies have an extended need for transportation solutions that enhance elderly’s independence. However, the solutions needed are as manifold as the elderly's lifestyles are. This study uses User centred Design principles as a structuring tool to manage this complexity of requirements. By not just focusing on specific functionalities but also reflecting product life cycle and usage context, new types of requirements can be revealed. Through a case study, this article shows how a participatory design approach can lead to integrated solutions that better fit the user's needs. 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/148817 Title: A review of the aquatic environmental transformations of engineered nanomaterials Authors: Harrison, Daniel Mark; Briffa, Sophie M.; Mazzonello, Antonino; Valsami-Jones, Eugenia Abstract: Once released into the environment, engineered nanomaterials (ENMs) undergo complex interactions and transformations that determine their fate, exposure concentration, form, and likely impact on biota. Transformations are physical, chemical, or biological changes that occur to the ENM or the ENM coating. Over time, these transformations have an impact on their behaviour and properties. The interactions and transformations of ENMs in the environment depend on their pristine physical and chemical characteristics and the environmental or biological compartment into which they are released. The uniqueness of each ENM property or lifecycle results in a great deal of complexity. Even small changes may have a significant impact on their potential transformations. This review outlines the key influences and outcomes of ENM evolution pathways in aquatic environments and provides an assessment of potential environmental transformations, focusing on key chemical, physical, and biological processes. By obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the potential environmental transformations that nanomaterials can undergo, more realistic models of their probable environmental behaviour and potential impact can be developed. This will, in turn, be crucial in supporting regulatory bodies in their efforts to develop environmental policy in the field of nanotechnology. 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/148758 Title: IoT technologies for renewable energy generation : assessment, monitoring, and control of resources Authors: Tran, Tien Anh; Bolbot, Victor; Tam, Ivan CK Abstract: This book provides an understanding of the significant applications of IoT technologies in renewable energy. It explores their integration with various renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, bioenergy, piezoelectric materials, and solutions addressing water shortage challenges, highlighting advancements and practical implementations in each area. A comparative analysis of recent techniques is presented to evaluate the efficiency of IoT‑based renewable energy systems. This book also focuses on the economic feasibility of IoT-enabled renewable energy solutions.; Features:; • Addresses multiple renewable energy technologies with IoT-based monitoring and control.; • Explores solar, wind, and hybrid energy systems, including energy storage and microgrid integration.; • Investigates renewable energy microgrid systems.; • Focuses on climate goals and the Sustainable Development Goals.; • Includes discussions of marine renewable energies and offshore wind turbine generation.; This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in renewable energy engineering, IoT and embedded systems, and electrical engineering. 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z