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Dr Dani Harmanto is an Associate Professor in Aeronautical Engineering at the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development, De Montfort University, Leicester. He is a chartered engineer with over 20 years of experience in UK higher education.
His educational background includes:
- PhD in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University, UK
- MSc in Automotive Engineering from Coventry University, UK
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Institut Teknologi Malang, Indonesia
Dr Harmanto's research focuses on multidisciplinary areas including Computational Fluid Dynamics, Design Optimisation, and Material Selection. He integrates material science, design optimization, and fluid dynamics to address engineering challenges in sustainable energy systems and aeronautics. His work emphasizes practical applications in thermal management and aerodynamic efficiency.
He has been recognized as an Inspirational Lecturer by the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development at De Montfort University in 2023.
- Inspirational Lecturers 2023 | School of Engineering and Sustainable Development, De Montfort University
Dr Harmanto actively supervises postgraduate research, currently guiding Teerapath Limboonruang's PhD on optimizing heat transfer in solar parabolic trough collectors. He maintains strong research collaborations with Indonesia and other Far East nations, leveraging his background to develop sustainable research ecosystems and facilitate international partnerships in engineering education.
He contributes to the Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD), holds Chartered Engineer status, and is a member of the Institution of Engineering Designers. His administrative roles include service on the Teaching and Learning committee (IED).


