Biography
As a mechatronics graduate with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, my research interest primarily overlaps between control theory and complex mechanical systems. Much of my work looks at how to stabilise nonlinear and inherently unstable dynamical systems, such as maglev systems for vibration isolation, making them more reliable and practical. More recently, I have been interested in extending this work to robotic applications, specifically in tackling the challenges of stability, precision, and adaptability when robots operate in uncertain or dynamic environments. My broader aim is to contribute to interdisciplinary projects that connect advanced control systems with wider engineering applications, whilst also continuing to grow my teaching portfolio.
Research Interest
Nonlinear Dynamics and Control Systems, Magnetic Levitation, Vibration Isolation, Mechatronic System Design, Robotics, Sustainable Engineering Solutions.
Educational Background
PhD (Mechanical Engineering), The University of Adelaide, Australia (2025)
MEng (Mechatronic), The University of Adelaide, Australia (2016)
BEng (Mechatronics)(Hons), International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia (2014)
Professional Bodies
Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
Working Experience
Lecturer, School of Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), Malaysia
Casual Academic, School of Mechanical Engineering, The University of Adelaide
Research Experience
Quasi-Zero Stiffness Magnetic Spring: Stability, Nonlinearity and Control for Vibration Isolation (PhD project) – Applied nonlinear control theory and advanced numerical modelling to investigate system stability and vibration isolation performance of a multi-degree-of-freedom magnetic levitation system.
Characterising the Dynamics of a Six-degree-of-freedom Magnetic Levitation Vibration Isolator (Master’s project) – Adapted an experimental maglev rig and implemented PID control to evaluate how varying PID gains influence the system stability and vibration isolation effectiveness.
Publications
Kamaruzaman, N.A., Robertson, W.S.P., Ghayesh, M.H., Cazzolato, B.S., Zander, A.C. (2021). Six degree of freedom quasi-zero stiffness magnetic spring with active control: Theoretical analysis of passive versus active stability for vibration isolation. Journal of Sound and Vibration, 502, 23 June 2021, Article No. 116086. (WoS Q1, Scopus Q1)
Kamaruzaman, N.A., Robertson, W.S.P., Ghayesh, M.H., Cazzolato, B.S., Zander, A.C. (2021). Vibration Isolation Performance of an LQR-Stabilised Planar Quasi-Zero Stiffness Magnetic Levitation System. In: Oberst, S., Halkon, B., Ji, J., Brown, T. (eds). Vibration Engineering for a Sustainable Future. Springer Cham, Nature Switzerland AG. Vol. 2. pp. 237-243. (Scopus indexed)
Kamaruzaman, N.A., Robertson, W.S.P., Ghayesh, M.H., Cazzolato, B.S., Zander, A.C. (2018). Quasi-zero stiffness magnetic levitation vibration isolation system with improved passive stability: A theoretical analysis. Proceedings of ACOUSTICS 2018: Hear to Listen, 7-9 November 2018, Adelaide, Australia. pp.1-9. (Scopus indexed)
Kamaruzaman, N.A., Robertson, W.S.P., Ghayesh, M.H., Cazzolato, B.S., Zander, A.C. (2018). Improving passive stability of a planar quasi-zero stiffness magnetic levitation system via lever arm. Proceedings of 2018 IEEE INTERMAG, 23-27 April 2018, Singapore. (WoS, Scopus indexed)
Honors / Awards
Faculty of ECMS Divisional Scholarship and University of Adelaide Full Fee Scholarship for PhD program.
São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) Travel Grant for 2019 São Paulo School of Advanced Sciences on Nonlinear Dynamics.
Certificate of Excellence: Analog Electronics, 2013 International Islamic University Malaysia.