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Alexander Hamilton S. Atienza, MSME, PME, SO2, CLSSYB

• Assistant Professor
• Program Chair, BS Mechanical Engineering

Engr. Alexander Hamilton S. Atienza is an Assistant Professor 3 and currently serves as the Mechanical Engineering Program Chair. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of the Philippines Diliman and his Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from De La Salle University. He is presently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering. 

A licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer (PME), Engr. Atienza is also a certified Safety Officer 2 and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt practitioner. His academic and research interests encompass mechanical engineering, thermofluid engineering, energy engineering, agricultural and biosystems engineering, computational science, sustainable energy systems, renewable energy technologies, engineering design optimization, and biomimetic engineering.

Engr. Atienza has established an active research portfolio with numerous Scopus-indexed journal articles and conference proceedings published in reputable international journals and professional conference venues. His scholarly works contribute to advancements in renewable energy systems, thermal sciences, engineering design, agricultural mechanization, computational modeling, and sustainable technology development. Through these publications, he continues to contribute to the growing body of knowledge in mechanical and energy engineering while promoting research collaboration at both national and international levels. 

He actively contributes to the global research community as a reviewer for leading international journals, including Energy, Heliyon, and the Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering. His expertise has likewise led to several international scholarly appointments. He serves as an International Scientific Committee Member of the International Conference on Low Carbon Asia (ICLCA), a Technical Committee Member of the International Conference on Building Materials and Construction (ICBMC), and a Technical Program Committee Member of the International Conference on Mechanical, Aerospace and Electronic Systems (MAES). He is likewise an Academic Committee Member of the Cambridge Innovation Center, supporting initiatives that promote innovation, research collaboration, and technological advancement.

His research and scholarly presentations have received international recognition. He was awarded Best Presentation during the International Conference on Sustainable Environmental Technologies (ICSET 2018) and Best Presenter at the International Conference on Green Energy and Environment (ICOGEE 2025). In recognition of his contributions to research excellence and scholarly productivity, he was also a recipient of the Mapúa MCL Faculty Research Award in 2021. 

Beyond his academic responsibilities, Engr. Atienza actively participates in professional and technical organizations. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) Laguna Chapter (QBL Host) and serves as a member of the PSME Mechanical Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technical Division (MVACRE) and the PSME Mechanical Design and Fabrication Technical Division (MDFTD).

Knowledge Areas

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Thermofluid Engineering
  • Energy Engineering
  • Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering
  • Computational Science
  • Sustainable Energy Systems
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • Engineering Design Optimization
  • Biomimetic Engineering

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer
  • Safety Officer 2
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
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Research Publications

  1. H type Darrieus wind turbine with chain sprocket transmission system for small scale power applications (2026) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3225/1/012006 
  2. Design and evaluation of a solar thermoelectric generator (STEG) with altered circuit arrangement and concentrating flat mirrors for small-scale power application (2026) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3254/4/042077 
  3. Rack and rake wheel driven wave energy point absorber with double rack design for low power generation (2026) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3254/4/042058 
  4. Design and assessment of a dual environment water conveyance system with Ackermann steering for emergency aid distribution (2026) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3254/3/032064 
  5. Dual Mode Heat Exchanger System with Configurable Flow Arrangement for Laboratory Scale (2026) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3270/1/012015 
  6. Analysis of an improved gorlov helical wind turbine with multiple elements and blades (2026) — AIP Conf. Proc. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0331665  
  7. Design and investigation of an impulse hydraulic turbine with Risϕ-A-12 hydrofoil blades for hydropower generation (2026)— AIP Conf. Proc. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0333021  
  8. Design and evaluation of a Pull-Type Four-Hook rice planter Mechanism (2026) — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/1591/1/012022  
  9. Performance Evaluation of Subsurface Drip Irrigation with Anti-clogging Drip Emitters based on the Structure of Whale Tubercles (2026) — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/1591/1/012021  
  10. Design and analysis of an Electric-Driven Drainage Filtration and Garbage Collector Claw Plates (2026) — Environmental Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-08652-5_20  
  11. Design and Assessment of a Dual Stage Crusher for Gypsum Recovery From Plasterboard Residue Recycling (2025) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET25122063  
  12. Passive Indirect Solar Dryer Integrated With Perforated Baffles and Thermal Storage for Drying Coconut Briquettes (2025) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET25122011  
  13. Design and evaluation of modified hauling box for live tilapia transport (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3127/1/012007 
  14. Design and Performance Assessment of an Active Debris Skimmer with Inlet Vortex Flow Channel (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3127/1/012006  
  15. Design and Analysis of Thermoacoustic Beta Type Stirling Engine with Piston Flywheel Energy Harvester Coupled with Dynamo Motor (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3111/1/012001  
  16. Simultaneous operation of chilling and warming applications using thermoelectric peltier modules (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3111/1/012010  
  17. Hydrokinetic crossflow turbine with NACA 000834 Hydrofoil for small scale power applications (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/3111/1/012003  
  18. Design and fabrication of mechanized pressing machine for pandan leaves (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/2947/1/012006  
  19. Design and performance assessment of a combined grater and milk extraction mechanism for coconut meat (2025) — Journal of Physics Conference Series. https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/2947/1/012007  
  20. Energy and Exergy Assessment of a Modular Offshore Seaweed Solar Dryer (2024) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET24113071  
  21. Performance Evaluation of a Modular Onshore Natural Convection Solar Dryer for Seaweeds (2024) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET24113070  
  22. Smart Hydroponic Plant Growth Chamber with Integrated Air Conditioning System, Artificial Photosynthetic Lighting System, and Smart Monitoring System (2024) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET24112048  
  23. Drying Characterization of a Hybrid Dryer for Cacao Pod Husk (2024) — Chemical Engineering Transactions. https://doi.org/10.3303/CET24112049  
  24. Development of a farm scale agricultural water sprinkler for crop irrigation (2023) —  AIP Conference Proceedings. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0113895  
  25. Hammer mill design with flat vertical parallel blades for Moringa flakes production (2023) — AIP Conference Proceedings. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0113902  
  26. Solar Dryer with Reheating System for Annatto Fruit Pericarp (2021) — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/765/1/012066  
  27. Small Scale Bubbling Fluidized Bed Gasifier for Syngas Extraction from Napier grass (2021) — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/765/1/012068  
  28. Energy and exergy evaluation of an onshore solar dryer for seaweeds (2021) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1109/1/012042  
  29. Seaweed drying characterization via serial statistical criteria analysis (2021) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1109/1/012051  
  30. Bamboo culm vertical lever flattening mechanism with sodium bicarbonate softening process (2021) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1109/1/012056  
  31. CFD investigation of a combined biomass furnace and solar drying system for paver blocks (2021) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering.  https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1109/1/012057  
  32. Plant growth chamber with integrated air conditioning system, periodic irrigation, and adjustable photosynthetic light wavelength (2021) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/1109/1/012066  
  33. Dual grinding and mixing machine for vermicompost and worm biomass production (2021) — IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/765/1/012067 
  34. Coconut Shell Feedstock based top lit updraft gasifier for biochar and heat cogeneration (2020) — Journal of Physics Conference Series.  https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1519/1/012014 
  35. Mechanical interface of flywheel Kinetic Energy Recovery System on motorized tricycles (2020) — Journal of Physics Conference Series.  https://doi.org/10.1088/1742-6596/1519/1/012001  
  36. Multi-Directional forced convection kiln oven drying system for bamboo culms (2020) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering.  https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/739/1/012028  
  37. Steam Integrated flattening machine for bamboo culms (2020) — IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/739/1/012027