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Dr Huub Bakker BEng, BEng(Hons), PhD, SMIEEE

Senior Lecturer

Doctoral Supervisor
Engineering Group

Roles and Responsibilities

Mechatronics Major Leader (PN)

Year 1 Dean (Engineering and Technology) (PN)

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Professional

Contact details

  • Ph: +64 6 350 5376
    Location: RC2.130, Riddet building
    Campus: Manawatu

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Engineering - University of Canterbury (1983)
  • Bachelor of Engineering (Second Class Honours) - University of Canterbury (1983)
  • Doctor of Philosophy - University of Canterbury (1989)

Fellowships and Memberships

  • Member, Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (Senior Member/Fellow) (1993)

Research Expertise

Research Interests

Control Engineering, Embedded Systems, Simulation and Modelling, Environmental Monitoring, Acoustics Measurement

Thematics

Design – for Commerce, Community and Culture

Area of Expertise

Field of research codes
Automation and Control Engineering (091302): Control Systems, Robotics and Automation (090602): Electrical and Electronic Engineering (090600): Engineering (090000): Interdisciplinary Engineering (091500): Mechanical Engineering (091300)

Keywords

Control Systems Engineering, Control Engineering, Process Control, Automation, Simulation and Modelling, Embedded Systems, Acoustic Recording, Acoustic Analysis

Research Projects

Summary of Research Projects

Position Current Completed
Project Leader 0 3

Research Outputs

Journal

Flemmer, C., Bakker, H., & Flemmer, R. (2021). Analysis of the stochastic excursions of tumbling apples. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture. 188
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.
Mills, L., Flemmer, R., Flemmer, C., & Bakker, H. (2019). Prediction of kiwifruit orchard characteristics from satellite images. Precision Agriculture. 20(5), 911-925
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.
Alves-Pereira, M., Bakker, HH., Rapley, BI., & Summers, SR. (2018). Infrasound and low-frequency noise – does it affect human health?. Engineers Journal. Retrieved from https://www.engineersireland.ie/Engineers-Journal/News/infrasound-and-low-frequency-noise-does-it-affect-human-health
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Alves-Pereira, M., & Bakker, HH. (2017). Occupational and residential exposures to infrasound and low frequency noise in aerospace professionals: Flawed assumptions, inappropriate quantification of acoustical environments, and the inability to determine dose-response values. The Scientific Journal of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics. 1(2), 83-98
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Tochampa, W., Sirisansaneeyakul, S., Vanichsriratana, W., Srinophakun, P., Bakker, HHC., Wannawilai, S., . . . Chisti, Y. (2015). Optimal control of feeding in fed-batch production of xylitol. Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research. 54(7), 1992-2000
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Caulton, MJ., Bakker, HH., & Al Bahadly, IH. (2008). 3-axis CNC router. Projects. 17, 25-30
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Chen, Z., Clements-Croome, DJ., Bakker, HHC., & Liu, K. (2006). A remote expert system for building diagnosis. HB 2006 - Healthy Buildings: Creating a Healthy Indoor Environment for People, Proceedings. 1, 99-104
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HHC., Marsh, C., Paramalingam, S., & Chen, H. (2006). Cascade controller design for concentration control in a falling-film evaporator. Food Control. 17(5), 325-330
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Tochampa, W., Sirisansaneeyakul, S., Vanichsriratana, W., Srinophakun, P., Bakker, HHC., & Chisti, Y. (2005). A model of xylitol production by the yeast Candida mogii. Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering. 28(3), 175-183
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Homes, LJ., & Bakker, HH. (2005). The mechanical design, construction and commissioning of an automated rotational moulding machine. Projects: Project Papers by the Final-Year Students of the Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Technology December 2005. 14, 55-60
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Barkwith, JA., & Bakker, HH. (2005). The design, construction, and commissioning of an automated rotational moulding machine. Projects. 14, 6-10
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Tochampa, W., Sirisansaneeyakul, S., Vanichsriratana, W., Srinophakum, P., Bakker, HH., & Chisti, YY. (2005). A model of xylitol production by the yeast Candida mogii. Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering. 26(3), 175-183
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HHC., Schneider, W., & Martin, NKL. (2003). Modelling for predictive maintenance and the role of the tele-expert. Journal of the Chinese Institute of Chemical Engineers. 34(6), 661-665
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Paramalingam, S., Bakker, HH., & Chen, H. (2003). Physical properties of whey products. Food Technology. 38(2), 8-9
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Schneider, W., & Martin, N. (2003). Modelling for predictive maintenance and the role of the tele-expert. Journal of the Chinese Institute of Chemical Engineers. 34(6), 1-5
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
George, HB., & Bakker, HH. (2003). The design of an automatic page turning device. Projects. 11, 58-63
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Szeto, BH., & Bakker, HH. (2003). Uses of neural network in sports prediction. Projects. 12, 198-200
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Davenport, BJ., & Bakker, HH. (2001). Bachelor of Technology and Engineering exploration game. Projects. 9, 19-24
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Russell, NT., Bakker, HHC., & Chaplin, RI. (2000). A comparison of dynamic models for an evaporation process. Chemical Engineering Research and Design. 78(8), 1120-1128
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Russell, NT., Bakker, HHC., & Chaplin, RI. (2000). Modular neural network modelling for long-range prediction of an evaporator. Control Engineering Practice. 8(1), 49-59
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Russell, NT., Bakker, HH., & Chaplin, RI. (2000). A comparison of dynamic models for an evaporation process. Chemical Engineering Research and Design: Transactions of the Institution of Chemical Engineers Part A. 78(A8), 1120-1128
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Russell, NT., & Bakker, HHC. (1997). Modular modelling of an evaporator for long-range prediction. Artificial Intelligence in Engineering. 11(4), 347-355
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
ALLEN, RM., & BAKKER, HHC. (1994). SPRAY DRYER CONTROL-BASED ON ONLINE PARTICLE-SIZE ANALYSIS. CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN. 72(A2), 251-254
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.
ALLEN, RM., & BAKKER, HHC. (1990). CORRECTION OF BIAS IN PARTICLE SIZING OF SPRAYS USING A LASER DIFFRACTOMETER. CHEMICAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH & DESIGN. 68(2), 172-176
[Journal article]Authored by: Bakker, H.

Book

Stefuryn, R., Simões, H., Alves-Pereira, M., Bakker, H., & Matos, ML. (2024). High-Resolution Measurement of Infrasound and Low Frequency Noise in a Subway-Driver Compartment. In Studies in Systems, Decision and Control. (pp. 365 - 371).
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, H., Alves-Periera, M., Summers, R., Mann, R., & Dickinson, P. (2023). Infrasound Exposure: High-Resolution Measurements Near Wind Power Plants. In M. Suhanek, & JK. Summers (Eds.) Management of Noise Pollution. : Intech Open
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, H., Alves-Pereira, M., Mann, R., Summers, SR., & Dickinson, P. (2022). Novas Metodologias Para Avaliações Acústicas — Infrassons E Ruído De Baixa Frequência. In AC. de Oliveira, & N. Oliveira (Eds.) Engenharias: criação e repasse de tecnologias.
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Alves-Pereira, M., Rapley, B., Bakker, H., & Summers, S. (2019). Acoustics and Biological Structures. In ZEA. Fellah, & E. Ogam (Eds.) Acoustics of Materials. : InTechOpen
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Rapley, BI., & Bakker, HH. (Eds.) (2014). Sound, Noise, Flicker and the Human Perception of Wind Farm Activity. Palmerston North, New Zealand: Atkinson & Rapley Consulting Ltd (Palmerston North, New Zealand) & Noise Measurement Services Pty Ltd (NMS) (Brisbane, Australia)
[Edited Book]Authored by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Bennett, D., Rapley, BI., & Thorne, R. (2014). Seismic effects on residents from wind turbines. In BI. Rapley, & HHC. Bakker (Eds.) Sound, Noise, Flicker and the Human Perception of Wind Farm Activity. (pp. 225 - 231). Palmerston North: Atkinson Rapley Consulting
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.
Flemmer, RC., Bakker, H., & Flemmer, C. (2011). Object Recognition using Isolumes. In TP. Cao (Ed.) Object Recognition. (pp. 199 - 228). Croatia: Intech Open Access
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.
Dickinson, P. (2010). The sounds from wind turbines. Theory, practice, assumptions, and reality.. In B. Rapley, & H. Bakker (Eds.) Sound, Noise, Flicker and the Human Perception of Wind Farm Activity. New Zealand: Atkinson and Rapley Consulting
[Chapter]Edited by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., & Rapley, BI. (2010). Sound Characteristics of Multiple Wind Turbines. In BI. Rapley, & HHC. Bakker (Eds.) Sound, Noise, Flicker and the Human Perception of Wind Farm Activity. : Atkinson and Rapley Consulting
[Chapter]Authored by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.
Rapley, BI., & Bakker, HH. (Eds.) (2010). Sound, Noise, Flicker and the Human Perception of Wind Farm Activity. Palmerston North: Atkinson & Rapley Consulting Ltd (Palmerston North, New Zealand) in association with Noise Measurement Services Pty Ltd (NMS) (Brisbane, Australia)
[Edited Book]Authored by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.

Creative Work

Flemmer, R., Flemmer, C., & Bakker, H. (2017). An intelligent robot.
[Design]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.Contributed to by: Flemmer, C.
Bakker, HH., Rapley, BI., Elliott, R., & Summers, SR. (2016). SAM scribe full-spectrum acoustic recording system [Artefact]. Waubra Foundation, Australia: Palmerston North, New Zealand
[Artefact]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.Contributed to by: Bakker, H.
Flemmer, RC., Scarfe, A., Bakker, HH., Flemmer, CL., Hyde, S., Bardell, C., . . . Atkinson, G. (2010). Kiwifruit Picker prototype.
[Design]Authored by: Bakker, H.

Conference

Bakker, H. (2021, March). Evolution from Within, Revolution from Without: Isolumes, Ideochromes and Generalised Object Recognition. Presented at National Virtual Conference on Automation, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Mechatronics - ARAM 2021. Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, H. (2021, March). Evolution from Within, Revolution from Without: Isolumes, Ideochromes and Generalised Object Recognition. Presented at National Virtual Conference on Automation, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Mechatronics - ARAM. Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Bakker, H.Contributed to by: Flemmer, C.
Alves-Pereira, M., Krogh, C., Bakker, HHC., Rachel Summers, S., & Rapley, BI.Infrasound and low frequency noise guidelines: Antiquated and irrelevant for protecting populations. Proceedings of the 26th International Congress on Sound and Vibration, ICSV 2019.
[Conference]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Karla, VR., & Bakker, HC.Neural-network-based model predictive control: A case study. Proceedings - 1995 2nd New Zealand International Two-Stream Conference on Artificial Neural Networks and Expert Systems, ANNES 1995. (pp. 355 - 358).
[Conference]Authored by: Bakker, H.
De Waal, D., Le Moan, S., & Bakker, H.Toward the adaptive control of the colour rendering of LED lighting with an RGBW sensor. International Conference Image and Vision Computing New Zealand. (pp. 1 - 5). 2151-2191.
[Conference]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Alves-Pereira, M., Krogh, C., Bakker, HHC., Rachel Summers, S., & Rapley, BI.(2018). Infrasound and low frequency noise guidelines: Antiquated and irrelevant for protecting populations. Paper presented at the meeting of Proceedings of the 26th International Congress on Sound and Vibration, ICSV 2019
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Alves Pereira, M., & Bakker, H.Novas Metodologias para Avaliações Acústicas – Infrasons e Ruído de Baixa Frequência (New Methodologies for Acoustical Assessment – Infrasound and Low Frequency Noise). . Leiria, Portugal
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H.
bakker, ., Rapley, BI., summers, ., Alves Pereira, M., & dickinson, .An Affordable Recording Instrument for the Acoustical Characterisation of Human Environments. . Zurich, Switzerland
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Bakker, HH., Flemmer, RC., & Flemmer, CL. (2017). Coverage of apple surface for adequate machine vision inspection. 2017 24th International Conference on Mechatronics and Machine Vision in Practice, M2VIP 2017. Vol. 2017-December (pp. 1 - 5).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.
Rapley, BI., Bakker, HH., & Alves-Pereira, M.The inadequacy of the A-frequency weighting for the assessment of adverse effects on human populations. . Zurich
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Alves-Pereira, M., & Summers, SR.A citizen science initiative: Acoustical characterisation of human environments. . Zurich
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Bakker, HH., Rapley, BI., Summers, SR., Alves-Pereira, M., & Dickinson, P. (2017). An affordable recording instrument for the acoustical characterisation of human environments. Poster session presented at the meeting of 12th ICBEN Congress on Noise as a Public Health Problem. Zurich, Switzerland
[Conference Poster]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Rapley, B., Bakker, H., Summers, R., Podd, JV., & Dickinson, P.(2014, March). NIHL & Sound within the military environment: Low frequency hum & challenges of conducting noise assessments in the military. .
[Conference]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.
Bakker, HHC., & Rapley, BI.(2011). Problems measuring low frequency sound levels near wind farms. Paper presented at the meeting of Australian Acoustical SocietyConference 2011, Acoustics 2011: Breaking New Ground
[Conference Paper]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Rapley, BI., & Elliot, R. (2011). Environmental Noise: Better Measures and Reporting Needed. In DJ. Mee, & IDM. Hillock (Eds.) (pp. 1 - 8). Darlinghurst NSW Australia: Proceedings of Acoustics 2011
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., & Rapley, BI. (2011). Problems Measuring Low Frequency Sound Levels Near Wind Farms. In DJ. Mee, & IDM. Hillock (Eds.) (pp. 1 - 9). Darlinghurst NSW Australia: Proceedings of Acoustics 2011
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Bennett, D., Rapley, BI., & Thorne, R.Seismic Effects on Residents from Wind Turbines. : Wind Turbine Noise 2009
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Howarth, JW., Bakker, HH., & Flemmer, RC. (2009). Feature-based object recognition. Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Autonomous Robots and Agents,. (pp. 375 - 379).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Scarfe, AJ., Flemmer, RC., Bakker, HH., & Flemmer, CL. (2009). Development of an autonomous kiwifruit picking robot. ICARA 2009 - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Autonomous Robots and Agents. (pp. 380 - 384).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.
Bakker, HH., & Flemmer, RC. (2009). Data mining for generalised object recognition. Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Autonomous Robots & Agents. (pp. 369 - 374).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Flemmer, RC., & Bakker, HH. (2009). Generalised object recognition. Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Autonomous Robots & Agents, 2009. (pp. 363 - 368).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Howarth, JW., Bakker, HHC., & Flemmer, RC. (2009). Feature-based object recognition. ICARA 2009 - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Autonomous Robots and Agents. (pp. 375 - 379).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Brooks, TT., Bakker, HH., Page, WH., & Mercer, KA. (2006). Field coverage optimization using genetic algorithms. In R. Webb, & M. Hayes (Eds.) Proceedings of the 13th Electronics New Zealand Conference. (pp. 272 - 277).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H., Page, W.
Brooks, TT., Bakker, HH., Mercer, KA., & Page, WH. (2005). A review of synchronization methods in wireless sensor networks. In GS. Gupta, SC. Mukhopadhyay, & CHM. Eds (Eds.) 1st International Conference on Sensing Technology. (pp. 338 - 343). Palmerston North, NZ
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H., Page, W.
Flemmer, RC., & Bakker, HH. (2005). Sensing objects for artificial intelligence. In GS. Gupta, SC. Mukhopadhyay, & CHM. Eds (Eds.) 1st International Conference on Sensing Technology. (pp. 687 - 690). Palmerston North, NZ
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Brooks, TT., Bakker, HH., Mercer, KA., & Page, WH. (2005). A review of position tracking methods. In GS. Gupta, SC. Mukhopadhyay, & CHM. Eds (Eds.) 1st International Conference on Sensing Technology. (pp. 54 - 59). Palmerston North, NZ
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H., Page, W.
Aladesaye, M., Bakker, HH., Bright, G., Tlale, NS., & Schneider, W. (2005). Condition monitoring techniques for adaptable and reconfigurable manufacturing systems. Proceedings of the International Manufacturing Leaders Forum on Global Competitive Manufacturing. (pp. unpaged).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Chen, Z., Bakker, HH., Kong, S., Chung, J., Li, H., Shen, G., . . . Xu, Q. (2005). A remote expert system model for concrete crack diagnosis. In S. Sariyildiz, & BT. Eds (Eds.) Proceedings of the AEC2005: The 3rd International Conference on Innovation in Architecture, Engineering and Construction. (pp. 311 - 320). Rotterdam, The Netherlands
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Austin, PT., Woodward, C., de Winter, J., Wiggins, H., Bakker, HH., Paterson, AH., . . . de Bruin, J. (2004, March). Temperature control: Practical issues related to study of temperature response dynamics. Presented at International Controlled Environment Meeting. Brisbane, QLD.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Schneider, W., & Martin, N. (2002, November). Maintenance through the tele-expert. Presented at Symposium on Maintenance Engineering. New Plymouth, NZ.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Paramalingam, S., Bakker, HH., & Chen, H. (2002). Physical Properties of Whey Products. Proceedings of the 9th Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering Congress and CHEMECA 2002. Vol. Paper #392APCChE
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Paramalingam, S., Bakker, HH., & Chen, H. (2002). Dynamic modelling of falling film evaporators for milk products. Proceedings of the 9th Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering Congress and CHEMECA 2002: Green Processing and Sustainability. Vol. paper #567 (pp. unpaged).
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, HH., Schneider, W., & Martin, N. (2002). Modelling for predictive maintenance and the role of the tele-expert. 9th Asian Pacific Confederation of Chemical Engineering Congress and CHEMECA 2002. Vol. paper #572 (pp. unpaged). Christchurch, NZ
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Paramalingam, S., Bakker, HH., & Chen, H. (2001). Investigation of minimum flow conditions for milk products in falling-film evaporators. 6th World Congress of Chemical Engineering. (pp. 1648). Melbourne, VIC
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Zhu, X., & Bakker, HH. (2000). Modelling and simulating a spinning cone evaporator. In L. Valenzuela, K. Foster, & VP. Eds (Eds.) Proceedings of 7th Annual New Zealand Engineering and Technology Postgraduate Conference. (pp. 23 - 27). Palmerston North, NZ
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Nicholls, RD., Bailey, D., & Bakker, HH. (2000). Virtual road signs. In L. Valenzuela, K. Foster, & V. Patel (Eds.) Proceedings of the 7th Annual New Zealand Engineering and Technology Postgraduate Conference. (pp. 417 - 424). New Zealand: 7th Annual New Zealand Engineering and Technology Postgraduate Conference
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Bakker, H.

Thesis

Mills, LY. (2016). Analysis of spectral response patterns of Kiwifruit orchards using satellite imagery to predict orchard characteristics of commercial value before harvest. (Doctoral Thesis)
[Doctoral Thesis]Contributed to by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.
Rapley, BI. (2013). Sound in the military environment: Detection, measurement and perception. (Doctoral Thesis, Massey University) Rapley, BI. (2013). Sound in the military environment: Detection, measurement and perception. (Doctoral Thesis)
[Doctoral Thesis]Contributed to by: Bakker, H.Edited by: Bakker, H.
Caulton, M. (2012). An investigation into apple inspection in colour space. (Master's Thesis)
[Masters Thesis]Contributed to by: Flemmer, C.Edited by: Bakker, H., Flemmer, C.

Other

Bakker, HH. (2016, October). Introduction to GUT-CP.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Bakker, H.
Bakker, H. (2010). Sound Noise Flicker.
[Other]Authored by: Bakker, H.

Report

Bakker, H., Alves-Periera, M., Crosthwaite, S., Grosvenor, M., & Summers, S.(2023). Report for the Conjoined Public Inquiry Concerning: WIN 370-4 Craiginmoddie Wind Farm, Dailly, South Ayrshire, KA26 WIN 370-5 Carrick Wind Farm, South of Straiton, South Ayrshire, KA19 WIN 370-6 Knockcronal Wind Farm, Knockcronal, Straiton, South Ayrshire, KA19.
[Technical Report]Authored by: Bakker, H., Summers, S.

Consultancy and Languages

Consultancy

  • July 2001 to Feb 2002 - SchemNZ
    Secondment to build a prototype telepresence system for industrial maintanence.

Teaching and Supervision

Teaching Statement

Instrumentation, Heat Transfer, Mass Transfer, Separation Processes, Thermofluids, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Process Control, PLCs, Buildng Automation and Security, Mechanics, Physics, Simulation & Modelling, Optimisation

Summary of Doctoral Supervision

Position Current Completed
Main Supervisor 0 7
Co-supervisor 0 1

Completed Doctoral Supervision

Main Supervisor of:

  • 2013 - Alistair Scarfe - Doctor of Philosophy
    Development of an Autonomous Kiwifruit Harvester
  • 2012 - Timothy Brooks - Doctor of Philosophy
    Local area positioning of multiple moving objects
  • 2008 - Matthew Aladesaye - Doctor of Philosophy
    Application of Predictive Maintenance to Industry Including Cepstrum Analysis of a Gearbox
  • 2001 - James Winchester - Doctor of Philosophy
    Model Based Analysis of the Operation and Control of Falling Film Evaporators.
  • 1998 - Nigel Russell - Doctor of Philosophy
    Artificial Neural Network Modelling of a Falling-Film Evaporator for Model Predictive Control.
  • 1996 - Hao Wei - Doctor of Philosophy
    Optimal Robust Control Systems Design and Analysis by State Space Approaches.
  • 1996 - Wan Siew - Doctor of Philosophy
    A Pre-Filter for Recursive Continuous-Time-Model Parameter Estimation

Co-supervisor of:

  • 2016 - Linda Mills - Doctor of Philosophy
    Analysis of spectral response patterns of kiwifruit orchards using satellite imagery to predict orchard characteristics of commercial value before harvest