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Personal profile
Biography
Tan Boon Thong research interest include fluid structure interaction, aerodynamics, engineering design, thermal energy storage and heat transfer. He has also worked on numerous industry related projects and strives to expose students to real world challenges. His mentoring of student teams in external design competitions such as the Shell Eco Marathon, Formula SAE and Weir-Warman design and build competition helps students to apply their technical skills while developing soft skills.
Research interests
Sustainability has been the underlying thrust in a diverse areas of research. In the area of fluid structure interaction, structures excited by the galloping instability is studied for it’s potential for energy harvesting. In the area of engineering design, design frameworks are further developed to prioritize aspect of sustainability. Studies into improving thermal storage and enhancing thermal management systems are designed to increase energy efficiency.
Monash teaching commitment
- MEC2404 - Mechanics of Fluid
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research area keywords
- Computational methods in fluid flow
- heat and mass transfer (incl. computational fluid dynamics)
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
- 5 Finished
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Acoustic analysis of tropical raindrops impact into different surface types: a theoretical framework to develop a smart acoustic rainfall estimation model
Mohd Zahidi, I. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Talei, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Boon Thong, T. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Wong, K. S. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Liew, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Shafri, H. Z. M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
7/09/21 → 6/09/24
Project: Research
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Synthesis of Colloidal Aqueous Suspensions for Heat Transfer Enhancement and Application in a Unique Annular Configuration Flow Passage
Cheen Sean, O. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Johan, M. R. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Kazi, M. S. N. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Yew Mun, H. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Boon Thong, T. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/11/20 → 30/04/24
Project: Research
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Breast cancer cell targeting specificity of legumain conjugated luminescent silicon and carbon nanostructures
Swamy, V. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Palanisamy, U. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Boon Thong, T. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Radhakrishnan, A. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/08/16 → 31/07/18
Project: Research
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An experimental investigation into aero-elastic galloping excitation of structures at low mass ratios
Boon Thong, T. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/07/14 → 30/06/17
Project: Research
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Computational fluid dynamics modelling of the shear stresses and oxygen transfer in a spinner-flask bioreactor for tissue engineering
Boon Thong, T. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Liow, Y. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Thompson, M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Malaysia)
1/01/07 → 31/12/08
Project: Research
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Experimental study of quaternary blends with diesel/palm-oil biodiesel/ethanol/diethyl ether for optimum performance and emissions in a light-duty diesel engine using response surface methodology
Ooi, J. B., Chan, X. L., Jaliliantabar, F., Tan, B. T., Wang, X., Song, C. P., Chiong, M. C. & Hung, Y. M., 15 Aug 2024, In: Energy. 301, 10 p., 131782.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access15 Citations (Scopus) -
Passive flow-field control using dimples for performance enhancement of horizontal axis wind turbine
Azlan, F., Tan, M. K., Tan, B. T. & Ismadi, M. Z., 15 May 2023, In: Energy. 271, 13 p., 127090.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access15 Citations (Scopus) -
Suitability of rubberised oil palm shell layers to stabilise concrete block pavement systems
Anandan, S., Loi, S. J., Boon Thong, T., Anggraini, V. & Raghunandan, M. E., 2023, In: International Journal of Pavement Engineering. 24, 1, 19 p., 2195180.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access1 Citation (Scopus) -
A numerical study on soot formation in methane-ethanol diffusion flames
Lee, C. C., Tran, M.-V., Tan, B. T., Ooi, J. B., Chong, C. T. & Scribano, G., 15 Nov 2022, In: Fuel. 328, 14 p., 125313.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
10 Citations (Scopus) -
Effects of ethanol and methyl formate additions on characteristics of pre-vaporised palm methyl ester laminar diffusion flame
Lee, C. C., Tran, M.-V., Tan, B. T., Scribano, G. & Chong, C. T., 1 Dec 2022, In: Fuel. 329, 12 p., 125518.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus)
Prizes
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ITEX 2018-Silver Medal
Xin, W. (Recipient), Ming Kwang, T. (Recipient), Boon Thong, T. (Recipient), Boey, E. C. M. (Recipient), Yoong, T. Y. F. (Recipient) & Eng, Z. J. (Recipient), 2018
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
- 1 Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Unlock your Inner Child! University and Sustainability Education - What are the Parallels?”
Balan, P. (Organiser), Salema, A. (Member of programme committee), Vineetha, V. (Member of programme committee), Boon Thong, T. (Member of programme committee), Ragavan, V. (Member of programme committee), Ilankoon, S. (Member of programme committee), Raman, S. N. (Member of programme committee), Ee Von, L. (Member of programme committee), Jafari Sadr, A. (Member of programme committee), Poonggavanam, V. (Member of programme committee), Patrick, D. M. (Member of programme committee), Kong, D. (Speaker), Kar Ming, S. (Member of programme committee), Rassiah, P. (Member of programme committee), nasir, N. (Member of programme committee), Sharma, P. (Member of programme committee), Selvaratnam, L. (Member of programme committee), Sen, A. (Member of programme committee), Vargis, C. (Member of programme committee), Srinivasan, G. K. (Member of programme committee), Preetam, S. (Member of programme committee) & Pandey, A. (Member of programme committee)
29 Oct 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
Press/Media
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The Star newspaper article - Researching for Improvement
Jen Nee Jones, L., Kong, D., Boon Thong, T. & Rassiah, P.
17/03/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature
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The Sun newspaper article - Smoother Flow/Choosing the Best Pipes
Jen Nee Jones, L., Kong, D., Boon Thong, T. & Rassiah, P.
25/02/20
1 Media contribution
Press/Media: Article/Feature