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Dr. Wey Leong is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Mechatronics Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University, Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science. His research focuses on thermal systems, renewable energy storage, and ground-source heat pump technologies. He is actively engaged in experimental and computational modeling of thermal energy systems, particularly emphasizing underground heat storage and soil thermal behavior.
- BEng, Technical University of Nova Scotia
- PhD, University of Waterloo
Dr. Leong's research interests center on sustainable thermal energy solutions. He investigates the thermal properties of soils, develops models for ground thermal energy storage, and explores the integration of solar energy with geothermal systems. His work on heat and moisture transfer in soils supports the design of efficient, renewable heating and cooling systems for buildings. He also studies Organic Rankine Cycles for low-grade heat recovery.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on modeling and experimental validation of ground-coupled heat pump systems, soil thermal conductivity, and solar-assisted geothermal storage. These works span mechanical, thermal, and environmental engineering domains, emphasizing sustainable and renewable energy infrastructure.
Dr. Leong leads the Thermofluids Research Laboratory, where his team conducts experimental studies on soil samples from across Canada to develop regional thermal storage potential assessments. He teaches core courses such as Basic Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Environmental Control in Buildings, contributing to the education of future mechanical engineers.
