Centre for Unmanned Technologies - CUTe

MANAGING RESEARCH GRANT EXPENDITURES
– A Special Session with Dr. Zul

Join us for an insightful session on effective research grant expenditure management and best practices, led by Assoc. Prof. Eur. Ing. Ir. Ts. Gs. Inv. Dr. Zulkifli Zainal Abidin.

This occasion is especially meaningful as it marks Dr. Zul’s final knowledge-sharing session before his departure. Let us come together to benefit from his invaluable experience and celebrate the remarkable contributions of a true pillar of CUTe.

🗓️ 24 June 2026 (Wednesday)
⏰ 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Mini Auditorium, E1 Ground Floor
✨ Open to ALL!
(Either to learn or to bid farewell)

We look forward to welcoming you to this special session as we learn, connect, and express our appreciation to Dr. Zul for his years of dedication and service.

Alhamdulillah,

Congratulations Dr. Muhammad Afif bin Husman on your appointment as an AI Champion under the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE).

This recognition reflects your dedication, expertise, and commitment to advancing the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher education. May this new role bring meaningful opportunities to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and contribute to the nation’s digital transformation agenda.

Wishing you every success in this important responsibility.

Congratulations to Assoc. Prof. Eur. Ing. Ir. Ts. GS. Inv. Dr. Zulkifli Bin Zainal Abidin

The Kulliyyah of Engineering proudly congratulates
Assoc. Prof. Eur. Ing. Ir. Ts. GS. Inv. Dr. Zulkifli Bin Zainal Abidin

For being awarded the Public-Private Research Network (PPRN) Grant by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).

The research grant carries a total value of RM60,000 comprising:

RM30,000 funded by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)
RM30,000contributed by ADIA V Sdn. Bhd.

Research Title: Holistic Yard & Deployment Real-Time Analytics (HYDRA) for Critical Pipeline Repair and Monitoring System

This research initiative focuses on developing an innovative real-time analytics and monitoring system to support critical pipeline repair operations and enhance deployment efficiency through advanced technology solutions.

Team Members

Dr. Hasan Firdaus Mohd Zaki
Dr. Rizal Mohd Nor

Industrial Partner: ADIA V Sdn. Bhd

CUTe celebrates this remarkable achievement and wishes the research team continued success in advancing impactful industry-driven innovation and collaborative research excellence.

The Centre for Unmanned Technologies (CUTe) team: Dr. Hasan, Dr. Aimi, and Dr. Jazlan conducted a workshop session at PRUBSN TRX on Monday, 11 May 2026.

The workshop covered several important topics including Introduction to AI & Data, Research-Based Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Teams for Workplace Collaboration, Data Analytics using Generative AI, and AI Automation using Workflows.

The session provided practical insights into leveraging AI and digital tools to improve workplace efficiency, collaboration, and innovation.

Thank you to all participants for the active engagement and support throughout the session ✨

Alhamdulillah, CUTe has successfully completed the deployment and commissioning of the Mechanization of Water Quality Sensor Probe Project at the Batu Maung fish cages.

This project marks an important step towards advancing smart aquaculture monitoring through real-time water quality sensing technology to support sustainable fisheries management and operational efficiency.

The deployment session involved prototype installation, system testing, and presentation of project deliverables in collaboration with industry and research partners.

Principal Investigator
Prof. Dr. Amir Akramin

Project Team
Dr. Hasan
Dr. Khairul Affendy
Br. Hanif
Br. Afif

The team was also joined by representatives from Institut Penyelidikan Perikanan Batu Maung led by Pn. Roziawati binti Mohd Razali.

Together, this collaboration strengthens innovation in marine technology and data-driven aquaculture solutions for the future.

All programmes are designed to be practical, hands-on, and suitable for both entry-level participants and organisations seeking to scale their AI capabilities.

📩 For collaboration, training, or partnership enquiries, please feel free to contact us.

Dr Hanafi has been appointed as a judge for the International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC 2026), organised by the Experimental Sounding Rocket Association (ESRA) 🚀

Recognised as the largest collegiate rocket competition in the world, IREC brings together 150+ global teams to design, build, and launch rockets reaching up to 45,000 ft.
It is hoped that this opportunity will inspire more talents to explore aerospace engineering and strengthen collaboration at a global level.

Congratulations to our members🎉

We are proud to announce that the our team has successfully secured a consultancy project funded by PETRONAS Technical Services Sdn. Bhd. (PTSSB).

🔹 Project Title: Development of Solenoid Valves Failure Prediction Reliability Tools
🔹 Lead Consultant: Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Noor Hazrin Hany Mohamad Hanif

This achievement reflects the commitment to advancing engineering innovation and strengthening industry collaboration, particularly in predictive maintenance and reliability engineering for the energy sector.

We look forward to the impactful outcomes of this project and its contribution to technological excellence.

Today, the CUTe team had the pleasure of hosting representatives from Pendulum Offshore Sdn Bhd (Represented by Mr. Zamri & Ms. Junaidah) & Rototech (Represented by Mr. Simon) at our centre.

The discussion focused on a potential joint project to develop an Underwater Robotic Wrapping Module for offshore anti-corrosion applications, including Oil & Gas platforms, offshore wind farms, and other marine infrastructures.

This collaboration marks an exciting step forward for CUTe in expanding our work in:
🔹 Underwater Robotics
🔹 Autonomous Inspection & Maintenance
🔹 Offshore & Marine Technologies
🔹 Industry-Driven Innovation

We are optimistic that this partnership will lead to impactful solutions and meaningful industry collaboration.

Thank you to the Pendulum Offshore & Rototech team for visiting us today. We look forward to working together!

Innovation IIUM Engineering AutonomousSystems

Ramadan Mubarak from CUTe! 🌙✨

​May this holy month be a time of deep reflection and profound peace for you and your loved ones.