Perk Lin Chong

Dr. Perk Lin Chong is a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Teesside University, affiliated with the SCEDT Engineering School. He holds Chartered Engineer status from IMechE and specializes in sustainable engineering, finite element analysis, and computational fluid dynamics. His research integrates artificial intelligence and statistical modelling to address challenges in energy systems and industrial processes.

• Education: PhD in Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering (University of Birmingham, 2006), Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (University of Liverpool, 2000), Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching (Teesside University, 2017).
• Editorial Roles: Editor of Journal of Engineering Science and Technology and Journal of Engineering & Technological Advances.

Research Interests: Sustainable Energy, Finite Element Analysis, CAD, CFD, AI, and professional development for engineering students.

Recent Projects include AI-driven digital twins for pharmaceuticals, metamaterial innovations, and optimizing filters using machine learning. He leads ERDF-funded initiatives and collaborates with industry on projects like aluminum brazing distortion reduction.

• Awards: Chartered Engineer (IMechE).
• Grants/Projects: 8 active/completed projects, including a Royal Academy of Engineering Visiting Professorship.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Centre for Sustainable Engineering, contributing to cross-disciplinary research on energy efficiency and material optimization.