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Prof. Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi

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Position

Dean, Faculty of Engineering

Department

Renewable Energy Engineering

Research Interest

Renewable Energy Technologies, Opto-electronics (Fabrication and Characterisation of Semiconductor Lasers), Electromechanical Engineering




Autobiography

C. K. Amuzuvi holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham (UNotts) and MSc in Electromechanical Engineering from the National Technical University (NTU) in the Ukraine. He is currently the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and a Full Professor at the Electrical and Electronic/Renewable Energy Engineering Department at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa. His area of specialisation is Electrical Apparatus and currently has special research interest in Wireless Communication and Renewable Energy Systems. He is a member of IEEE, IET, IAENG and GhIE.

Academic Degrees

2011
PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering-University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
The University of Nottingham
1996
MSc in Electromechanical Engineering
National Technical University, Ukraine
1995
BSc in Electromechanical Engineering
National Technical University, Ukraine

Institutions Attended

2006--2011
PhD, The University of Nottingham, Photonic and Radio Frequency Engineering Group (PRFEG), Electrical Systems and Optics Research Division, Faculty of Engineering, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom
1990--1996
MSc, BSc, National Technical University (NTU) "Kharkov Polytechnic Institute" "KhPI" , Kharkov, Ukraine

Professional Bodies

2013--date
Member, Institution of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
2006--date
Member, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
1999--date
Member, Ghana Institution of Engineering, (MGhIE)

Awards

2010
TracEEE Way Certificate-Interactive Video for Foundation Year Students at the University of Nottingham
2006
GetFund Government Scholarship to pursue a PhD programme at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom
2006
Certificate of Honour for being a Founding Senior Member of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa
2006
Certificate of Honour for being a Founding Council Member (Non Professorial) of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa
1990
Ghana/Soviet Union Scholarship

Academic Rank

2023--date
Professor

Journal Publications

  1. Attachie, J. C., Amuzuvi, C. K. and Diamenu (2022), "Large-scale wind power grid modelling and stability evaluation using stochastic approaches", International Journal of Applied Power Engineering, Vol. 11 No. 3, 237-250.
  2. Mumuni, F., Mumuni, A. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2022), "Deep Learning of Monocular Depth, Optical Flow and Ego-Motion with Geometric Guidance for UAV Navigation in Dynamic Environments", Journal of Machine Learning with Applications, , 100416.
  3. Diamenu, G., Attachie, J. C. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2022), "Reliability Analysis of Wind Energy Generation System Using Stochastic Method", Journal of Power and Energy Engineering, Vol. 10 , 26-44.
  4. Vehe, M. A., Attachie, J. C. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2022), "Comparative Analysis of the Solar PV Power Plant Efficiency and Output Power at Navrongo in Ghana", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 10 No. 3, 104-113.
  5. Okpoti, F. K., Attachie, J. C., Adjei, P. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2022), "Optimised Maximum Power Point Tracking for Non-uniform PV Array", Ghana Journal of Technology, Vol. 6 No. 2, 1-8.
  6. Attachie, J. C., Amuzuvi, C. K., Diamenu, G. (2021), "Stochastic Modelling and Stability Analysis of Large-Scale Wind Power Generation System with Dynamic Loads", European Journal of Electrical Engineering, Vol. 23 No. 5, 371-380.
  7. Adams, I. A., Gyamfi, S. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2021), "Making Energy Savings by the Engagement of Small and Medium-sized Enterprise on Energy Management", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 9 No. 2, 41-48.
  8. 9. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Atanga, F. A. (2020), "Improving the Control of a Synchronous Generator at Kpong Hydroelectric Generating Station Using SCADA and PLCs", Ghana Journal of Technology, Vol. 5 No. 1, 66-78.
  9. Amuzuvi, C. K., Opoku, M. N. and Attachie, J. C. (2020), "Electrical Energy Deficiency Solution Using Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic System in Ghana - A Case Study at Accra East Region", Ghana Journal of Technology, Vol. 5 No. 1, 54-65.
  10. Owusu, D. K. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2020), "Design and Construction of a 3-Phase Induction Motor Wireless Control System", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 8 No. 3, 92-102.
  11. C. K. Amuzuvi and H. Warden (2020), "Failure Prediction of Induction Motors: A Case Study using CSLGH900/6-214, 5.8 MW, 11 kV/3ph/50 Hz Sag Mill Motor at Goldfields, Damang Mine", Global Journal of Researches in Engineering: F Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol. 20 No. 2, 7-28.
  12. 13. Aryeh, F. L., Alese, B. K., Amuzuvi, C. K. and Olayemi Olasehinde (2020), "ONDaSCA: On-demand Network Data Set Creation Application for Intrusion Detection System", International Journal of Computer Science and Information Security (IJCSIS), Vol. 18 No. 5, 111-115.
  13. Aikins, L. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2020), "Power System Stability Improvement of Ghana’s Generation and Transmission System Using FACTS Devices", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 8 No. 2, 47-63.
  14. Amuzuvi, C. K., Kwarteng, J. and Aboah, E. (2019), "Optimising Potable Water Pumping Operations in Small-Scale Gold Mining Environments in Ghana Using Daboase Headworks as a Case Study", Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 4 No. 6, 154-163.
  15. Amuzuvi, C. K., Wiredu, C., and Amoah, R. K. (2017), "Design of a Real-Time GSM-Based LPG Leakage Detector", Ghana Journal of Technology, Vol. 2 No. 1, 7-19.
  16. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Ashilevi, P. K. (2016), "Making the Use and Storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safe by Using Electronic Gas Leakage Detectors – Opportunities and Threats", Ghana Journal of Technology, Vol. 1 No. 1, 12-20.
  17. Amuzuvi C. K. and Attachie J. C. (2014), "Investigating a Hypothetical Semiconductor Laser Bar Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool Using Random Levels of Defects", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, 7 6, 959-962.
  18. 18. Effah, E., Amuzuvi, C. K. and Owusu, K. B. (2014), "Examining the Effectiveness of Electricity Billing System against the Mobile Phone Billing System in Active Mining Rural Communities in the Western Region of Ghana", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 14 No. 5, 39-44.
  19. 19. Effah, E. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2014), "Effects of Mining Operations on Local Area Networks in Large Scale Gold Mining Environments in the Western Region of Ghana", Global Journal of Computer Science and Technology, Vol. 14 No. 2, 47-52.
  20. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Asante, K. (2014), "Further Investigations into the Effects of Temperature on a 975 nm Tapered Laser Bar Using Convolution to Ascertain the Dominant Effect of Temperature on a Laser Bar", American Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 2 No. 3, 117-120.
  21. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Effah, E. (2014), "Design of a Photovoltaic System as an Alternative Source of Electrical Energy for Powering the Lighting Circuits for Premises in Ghana", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering,, Vol. 2 No. 1, 9-16.
  22. J. C. Attachie and C. K. Amuzuvi (2014), "Using a Fixed and Switched-Capacitor Bank to Investigate Harmonic Resonance and Capacitor Bank Switching in a Distribution Network", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7 No. 9, 1900-1909.
  23. C. K. Amuzuvi and J. C. Attachie (2014), "Investigating a Hypothetical Semiconductor Laser Bar with a Damaged Single Emitter Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7 No. 8, 1598-1602.
  24. Amuzuvi C. K. and Attachie J. C. (2014), "Investigating a Hypothetical Semiconductor Laser Bar Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool Using Random Levels of Defects", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7 No. 6, 959-962.
  25. Amuzuvi, C. K., Attachie, J. C., & Asante, K (2013), "By-emitter Emulation Enhancement Tool Using a Global Thermal Solver for the Degradation Emulation of a Calibrated 975 nm Tapered Laser Bar", American Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, 1 3, 60-63.
  26. Amuzuvi C. K., Attachie J. C. (2013), "The Effect of Facet Heating and the Evolution with Aging", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, 6 3, 361-365.
  27. Amuzuvi C. K., Attachie J. C. (2013), "Effective Power Management in Homes and Premises in Ghana", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, 6 3, 354-360.
  28. Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi & Fuseini Mumuni (2013), "Investigating the Effect of Increased Heatsink Temperature and Packaging-Induced Strain in a Single Emitter Laser Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 4, 73-78.
  29. Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi & Seth Ofori (2013), "By-Emitter Emulation of the Degradation of a Calibrated 975 nm Tapered Laser Bar Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 3, 55-60.
  30. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Fuseini Mumuni (2013), "Investigating the Effect of Increased Heatsink Temperature and Packaging-Induced Strain in a Single Emitter Laser Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 4, 73-78.
  31. Amuzuvi, C. K., Attachie, J. C., and Asante, K. (2013), "By-emitter Emulation Enhancement Tool Using a Global Thermal Solver for the Degradation Emulation of a Calibrated 975 nm Tapered Laser Bar", American Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 3, 60-63.
  32. Attachie, J. C. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2013), "Power Quality Analysis in a Distribution Network of a Quarry Processing Plant", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 4, 90-94.
  33. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Ofori, S. (2013), "By-Emitter Emulation of the Degradation of a Calibrated 975 nm Tapered Laser Bar Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Journal of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Vol. 1 No. 3, 55-60.
  34. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Blewushie, P. (2013), "Investigating the Effect of Defects through Non-Radiative Recombination Centres in a Single Emitter Laser Bar using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Global Journal of Researches in Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol. 13 No. 14, 15-18.
  35. Attachie, J. C. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2013), "Investigating Harmonic Resonance and Capacitor Bank Switching at a Power Distribution Substation Using a Fixed Capacitor Bank", Research Journal in Engineering and Applied Sciences , Vol. 2 No. 4, 343-348.
  36. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Attachie, J. C. (2013), "Investigating a Hypothetical Semiconductor Laser Bar with a Smile-shaped Temperature Profile Using a Laser Diode Simulation/Emulation Tool", Global Journal of Researches in Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Vol. 13 No. 16, 1-5.
  37. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Attachie, J. C. (2013), "Describing a Laser Diode Emulation Tool Using Single Emitter Simulation Results", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 5 No. 4, 1358-1361.
  38. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Attachie, J. C. (2013), "The Effect of Facet Heating and the Evolution with Aging", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 6 No. 3, 361-365.
  39. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Attachie, J. C. (2013), "Effective Power Management in Homes and Premises in Ghana", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 6 No. 3, 354-360.
  40. Attachie, J. C. and Amuzuvi, C. K. (2013), "Renewable Energy Technologies in Ghana: Opportunities and Threats", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Vol. 6 No. 5, 776-782.
  41. Amuzuvi C. K., Attachie J. C. (2012), "Describing a Laser Diode Emulation Tool Using Single Emitter Simulation Results", Research Journal of Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology, 5 4, 1358-1361.
  42. Bull S., J. J. Lim, C. K. Amuzuvi, J. W. Tomm, J. Nagle, B. Sumpf, G. Erbert, N. Michel, M. Krakowski and E. C. Larkins (2012), "Emulation of the operation and degradation of high-power laser bars using simulation tools", Semiconductor Science and Technology, 27 094012, 7pp.
  43. C. K. Amuzuvi, S. Bull, J. W. Tomm, J. Nagle, E. C. Larkins, B. Sumpf, G. Erbert, N. Michel, and M. Krakowski (2011), "The impact of temperature and packaging-induced strain on current competition and emitter power in laser bars", Applied Physics Letter, 98 241108, 241108.

Conference Publications

  1. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Addo E., (2014), " “Solar Photovoltaic Alternative for Rural Electrification - A Conceptual Framework for Ghana”, ", Proceedings of the 3rd UMaT Biennial International Mining & Mineral Conference,, 497-507.
  2. Amuzuvi, C. K. and Aabe-ere, W. J., (2014), "“Design of a Traffic Light Control System using the Vehicular Adhoc Network Adaptive Method: A Case Study”,", Proceedings of the 3rd UMaT Biennial International Mining & Mineral Conference, , 488-496.
  3. E. Effah, C. K. Amuzuvi and S. Boahen, (2014), " “Barriers to Effective Utilization of ICT in Some Major Gold Mining Companies (GMCs) in Western Ghana”,", Proceedings of the 3rd UMaT Biennial International Mining & Mineral Conference,, 552-557.
  4. S. Bull, C. K. Amuzuvi, J. W. Tomm, B. Sumpf, G. Erbert and E. C. Larkins (2011), "High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference", High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference, Coventry (UK) 2011. HPD 2011, HPD 2011.
  5. C. K. Amuzuvi, S. Bull, J. J. Lim, S. Sujecki, and E. C. Larkins (2009), "High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference", High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference, Coventry (UK), HPD 2009, pp. 1-2.
  6. S. Bull, C. K. Amuzuvi, J. W. Tomm, R. Xia, J. J. Lim, S. Sujecki, and E. C. Larkins (2008), "High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference", High Power Diode Lasers and Systems Conference, Coventry, HPD 2008.

Book Contributions

Dr. Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi(2013), Emulation and By-Emitter Degradation Analysis of High Power Lasers LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Saarbrucken, Germany, ISBN 978-3-659-37035-9, 272 pp.

Community Service

2013--2015
President of UTAG, Tarkwa Campus
2005--2006
Panel Member, Electrical and Electronic Division, National Accreditation Board, Accra
2005--2006
External Assessor/Examiner, Electrical & Electronics Engineering Department, Takoradi Polytechnic
2005--2006
Head of Department, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, UMaT
2005--2006
Rep. of University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) on UMaT Tender Committee
2004--2006
Elected Non-Professorial Member of the University Council, (UMaT)
2004--2006
President of UTAG, Tarkwa Campus
2003--2005
University Examinations Coordinator, (UMaT)
2003--2005
Faculty Examinations Officer, Faculty of Engineering (FOE), UMaT
2001--2004
Secretary of UTAG, Western University College of KNUST
2001--2003
Departmental Examinations Officer, Western University College of KNUST, (Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department)

Research Conducted

2004--2011
I have carried out a number of research activities as a Lecturer and the major ones are presented in this sub-section. My real research activities commenced when I began my PhD programme at the University of Nottingham in the UK. I had the privilege of working in two different sensitive laboratories within the Photonic and Radio Frequency Engineering Group (PRFEG) namely: Optical Measurement and Evaluation Studies (OMES) and the Clean Room (Yellow Room). 2006: OMES Laboratory ActivitiesThe work in the OMES Laboratory uses numerous Class IV diode lasers. I did measurements in the OMES Laboratory for our industrial partners before they are returned to them. The laboratory is capable of performing the following measurements: Photoluminescence Microscopy (PLM), Electroluminescence Microscopy (ELM), Near-Field Patterns (NFP) and Electroluminescence Spectra (ELS).In the OMES Laboratory, there are a number of design features and administrative controls that are in place in order to reduce the possibility of exposure to stray radiation. Eye protection is available for protection against all wavelengths of laser radiation used in the OMES Laboratory. The selection of appropriate eye protection forms part of a training for using the OMES Laboratory. Registered laser users are responsible for reporting missing or damaged eye protection to their supervisor. Experiments using Class IV diode lasers under bias can only be performed within the beam enclosure running from the micro-positioner stage to a charged-coupled device camera. The diodes must be securely mounted. This enclosure contains an interlock system that is connected to the high-current power supply. Micro-switches are fitted to all of the access panels in this enclosure. An emergency stop button to the high-current power supply is also provided. I did use this lab to perform all the measurements already mentioned in the first paragraph above: PLM, ELM, NFP and ELS. 2006: Clean Room (CR) Laboratory ActivitiesI did part of my research in the CR which demanded that the protocol regarding the use of the laboratory was studied and adhered to at all time. Some of the chemicals which are hazardous and used in the CR include AZ photoresists (flammable liquids) which are kept away from oxidants, sparks and open flames and acids and others. Some of the sensitive equipment used in this laboratory includes the Mask Aligner, Rapid Thermal Annealer, Tube Furnace and Reactive Ion Etcher. The research I did in this laboratory culminated in the fabrication of a Schottky diode.2004 to date: Inefficient use of power generally leads to increase power consumption with its attendant increase in bills paid. With other colleagues in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department of UMaT, studies were conducted into the effective power management in homes and premises in Ghana.
2000--date
Fabrications of Semiconductor Lasers
2000--date
Characterisation and By-emitter degradation analysis of High Power Semiconductor Lasers

Subjects Taught

Applied Electricity
Electronic Principles (Electronics I)
Digital Electronics (Electronics II)
Control Systems
Direct Current Machines
Instruments and Measurements
Haulage Machinery (Electrical)
Broadcasting Technology, MSc Module
Circuit Theory
10. Applied Electronics
11. Industrial Electronics II
Mine Regulations (Electrical)
Electrical Engineering Drawing I
Principles of Electricity II
Workshop Technology
Electrical Technology II
Microwave Engineering and Optical Communication Systems, MSc Module
Electrical Principles II
Electronics

Other Professional Experience

1998--2011
(i) Practical Training and Academic ExperienceI have had over the years, professional and academic experience through practical training with, and visits to, electrical, mining and allied companies worldwide including the following:1. Technological Practice 1996, Kharkov, Ukraine2. Special Technological Practice 1996, Kharkov, Ukraine3. Pre-diploma Practice 1996, Kharkov, Ukraine4. Anglogold at Obuasi 20015. VRA at Akosombo, Akosombo Dam 20036. Aboadze Thermal Power Plant 20037. Ghacem at Tema 20038. Kablemetal Company at Tema 20039. Tema Oil Refinery 200310. Valco at Tema 2003(ii) 2007-2008: Postgraduate Representative for the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department, University of Nottingham.(iii) 2007-2009: Laboratory Demonstrator, The University of Nottingham.(iv) 2005 to 2006: A Member of National Accreditation Board, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Division that undertakes accreditation.(v) 2005 to 2006: External Assessor/Examiner for the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Department for the Takoradi Polytechnic.(vi) July 2003 to September 2006: University Electrical Consultant.(vii) 1999-2001: Part-time lecturer at Takoradi Polytechnic (delivered lectures in Digital Electronics, Computer Applications, Control Systems I, Control Systems II, and Control Systems III and supervised/examined Project Works of students).(viii) 1999-2001: Part-time lecturer at Cape Coast Polytechnic (delivered lectures in Control Systems I, Control Systems II, and Control Systems III and supervised/examined Project Works of students.(ix) Previous Employment 1999-2000: Regional Electrical Engineer for the Public Works Department in Cape Coast, Ghana. I worked as a Member of a Consultancy Team responsible for the supervision of Public Projects undertaken by the District and Municipal Assemblies in the Central Region. 1998-1999: I worked as a Sales Engineer for the Electronic Supplies and Engineering Services Ltd, Accra-North, Ghana. It is a private concern which is the Authorized Distributor in Ghana of MAPLIN ELECTRONICS PRODUCTS.

Other Activites

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Part-time Lecturer, Takoradi Polytechnic, Takoradi-Western Region
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Part-time Lecturer, Cape Coast Polytechnic, Cape Coast-Central Region
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Regional Electrical Engineer, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT, Cape Coast
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Sales Engineer, Electronic Supplies & Engineering Services Ltd, Accra-North, Authorized Distributors in Ghana of MAPLIN ELECTRONICS PRODUCTS
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