Multidisciplinary Applied Research and Innovation

About the Periodical

The is an open access, peer-reviewed and refereed Periodical published by Center of Diploma Studies (CeDS), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM). The main objective of MARI is to provide an intellectual platform for sharing product research and empowering publications from CeDS. MARI aims to promote multidisciplinary studies and become the leading Periodical in multidisciplinary applied research and innovation in UTHM.

MARI publishes original papers, review papers, conceptual framework, analytical and simulation models, case studies, empirical research, technical notes, and book reviews. Authors are expected to submit a full-length manuscript (6 pages minimum - 10 pages maximum) for publication. Only papers received according to publication guidelines and timelines will be published in the MARI. This peer reviews journal seeks to publish THREE (3) issues annually. MARI is seeking research papers related (but not limited) to the following topics; Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Sciences, Chemical Engineering Technology, Animation Technology and Information Technology.

Current Issue

Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): MARI

Published: 29-05-2026

Civil Engineering

Determination of Optimum Material Usage in Sandwich Panel to Resist Higher Flexural Strength

Nur Alyaa Rosman, Farah Husna Mohd Hafez, Farhani Husna Azhar, Suhaila Sahat

169-175
- PDF 229
- Abstract View 110
Sustainable Water Farming with Aquaponics

Nur Aniss Suraya Ibrahim, Saputeri Saifuddin, Kirtiga Nadarajan, Nornajihah Mohammad Yazid, Nor Baizura Hamid

176-186
- PDF 95
- Abstract View 73
Measurement of Durability in a Structural Sandwich Panel Consists of Rubber and Plastic Waste

Maizatul Arafah M Ali Zulfikar Abu Al Salam, Hasya Nadirah Ahmad Rosaidi, Aidiel Fakhrie Azman, Suhaila Sahat

187-194
- PDF 65
- Abstract View 65
Walking and Bicycling Suitability Assessment in Bandar Tangkak

Nur Nadia Batrisya Mohd Nazri, Umi Amirah Fauzi, Nur Imanina Syahrul Azhar, Mohd Erwan Sanik

195-202
- PDF 93
- Abstract View 67
Case Study: Road Safety Inspection Along Federal Route FT23 in Bandar Tangkak Using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

Dominick Andy Amry, Haikal Hadie, Azurah Ismail, Mohd Erwan Sanik

203-209
- PDF 65
- Abstract View 64
Sistem Kawalan Empangan Berasaskan Sensor dan Pengaktifan Tadahan Simpanan Air

Khairul Ikhwan Mohd Nazri, Muhammad Fareez Danial Zahrin, Filza Hanani Fazelin, Hazirah Bujang, Muhammad Azraie Abdul Kadir

210-218
- PDF 92
- Abstract View 120
Study of Maggot as a Natural Decomposer of Food Waste at UTHM Cafe, Pagoh Campus

Adib Afnan Rosmadi, Izat Yahaya, Muhammad Ainal Yaqin M Z Mulyady, Nabil Hakimi Fazdli Fazdrul Izwan

219-224
- PDF 73
- Abstract View 82
Sound Activated Sorting Bin

Muhamad Akmal Hakimi Azhar, Nur Syazwani Nabila Mohd Sulaiman, Nur Saidatul Zalikha Mohamad Isa, Nor Baizura Hamid, Siti Nooraiin Mohd Razali

225-233
- PDF 45
- Abstract View 60
Lampu Isyarat Pintar bagi Kenderaan Kecemasan

Muhammad Adam Syaheed Asrul Faizal, Eliya Nasierah Wira Ali, Nurin Afrina Abd Rahim, Hazirah Bujang, Nor Baizura Hamid

234-241
- PDF 85
- Abstract View 77
Case Study: Performance Analysis of Intersection Along Federal Route FT23 in Bandar Tangkak Using Sidra Intersection 9.1

Ainii Amirra Asmuni, Husna Haneena S. Mohd Rafee, Izzati Syazwani Abd Halim, Mohd Erwan Sanik

242-247
- PDF 61
- Abstract View 73

Electrical Engineering

Lintasan Pejalan Kaki Pintar Menggunakan Arduino

Mohamad Fikry Alif Amiruddin, Eddy Irwan Shah Saadon, Nurulhuda Ismail

42-48
- PDF 61
- Abstract View 98
Design of Parcel Box Using RFID Technology with Arduino

Jason Teo Chang Cheng, Mohd Sabani Mohd

49-54
- PDF 50
- Abstract View 100
Smart Water Level Detection System

Debby Vivi Lim, Mohd Sabani Mohd

55-62
- PDF 97
- Abstract View 123
AC Power Controller with a Programmable Interface

Kaiishori Balamurugan, Ziana Che Ros

63-71
- PDF 77
- Abstract View 60
RFID Asset Monitoring Laboratory Environment

Nur Alya Maisarah Jamaludin, Nur Azliza Ahmad

72-77
- PDF 117
- Abstract View 213
Pembangunan Aplikasi Sensor Arus dengan Amaran Lebihan Beban

Muhammad Zulhilmi Hakizan, Ahmad Alabqari Ma’Radzi, Tengku Nadzlin Tengku Ibrahim, Muhammad Shukri Ahmad

78-83
- PDF 33
- Abstract View 76

Mechanical Engineering

Grass Ninja 220 Chopper Machine

Hafsa Mohammad Noor, Fahmi Izzudin Johari, Hariz Syahmi Faisol, Irfan Haziq Zahir Anuar, Mohd Najib Janon, Tuan Mohd Hafeez Tuan Ibrahim

126-134
- PDF 79
- Abstract View 77
Design and Development of a Portable Solar-Powered Water Purification System with Automated Multi-Stage Filtration for Off-Grid Application

Ahmad Faiz Mat Zian @ Mat Zin, Sin Kai Sheng, Arthur Ang Jun Rong, Lidhyashree Devi Rajandran, Muhammad Sufi Roslan, Nadira Johari Halim Shah

135-143
- PDF 92
- Abstract View 186
Foldable Tennis Ball Picker

Muhammad Adam Haris Mohd Fadhil, Rasyidi Badrun, Muhammad Izzad Asyraf Jamaludin, Mohd Najib Janon, Hafsa Mohammad Noor, Tuan Mohd Hafeez Tuan Ibrahim

144-152
- PDF 59
- Abstract View 69
Beg Penghantar Berkuasa Solar

Muhammad Arman Shah Mohd Khairi, Mohd Irfan Hazim Mohd Khairizal, Muhammad Iqbal Mohd Norul Yusli, Tuan Mohd Hafeez Tuan Ibrahim, Mohd Najib Janon, Hafsa Mohammad Noor

153-159
- PDF 35
- Abstract View 60
Portable Pedal Powered Washing Machine

Muhammad Zul'Akmal Mohd Khairy, Muhammad Zulfadhli Roslan, Muhammad Hamdi Khairul Anwar, Mahmod Abd Hakim Mohamad, Nurfarahin Onn, Suhairi Ismail, Ghazali Kadis

160-168
- PDF 67
- Abstract View 92

Applied Sciences

Synthesis and Characterization of Hydroxyapatite (HAp) from Cerithidea Quoyii Seashell by Chemical Method

Muhamad Ariffin Zahari, Muhammad Azib Adam, Nur Syuhada Amira Zulkarnain, Rozainita Rosley

1-7
- PDF 111
- Abstract View 76
Performance Evaluation of Activated Carbon Produced from Post-Consumer Paper for Wastewater Treatment

Auni Farahiyah Muhamad Waras, Nur Iman Safina Nazrul Izzad, Nur Nadia Natasya Khairul Ariffin, Norain Ahmad Nordin, Nuramirah Juma’at

8-15
- PDF 83
- Abstract View 64

Chemical Engineering Technology

Evaluation of Mordanting Methods and Natural Dye Extraction from Mangosteen Peel for Fibre-Dyeing Applications Using Different Solvents

Aida Muhamad, Aina Naylisa Uyop, Ayu Zulaikha Idham Kadri, Aliya Nabila Mohammad Raswan

16-27
- PDF 97
- Abstract View 142
Synthesis of Catalyst from Agricultural Wastes for Palm Oil Conversion into Biodiesel

Aiman Naqib Mohd Fisol, Muhammad Fikri Mohd Sithik, Wan Adam Mukhriz Wan Ahmad Razman, Mohd Khairul Nizam Mohd Zuhan

28-33
- PDF 72
- Abstract View 72
Fabrication and Characterization of Polyvinyl Alcohol-Chitosan Mixed Matrix Membrane

Zainul Zariff Zainul Hisham, Muhammad Ihsan Zulkifli, Aqil Naufal Mahdani, Raudah Mohd Adnan, Basirah Fauzi

34-41
- PDF 57
- Abstract View 62

Animation Technology

Beyond the Horizon: A 2D Animation Approach to Reducing Mental Health Stigma Among Youth

Muhammad Fazrulhelmi Ahmad, Ryan Fong, Muhammad Adam Haikal, Muhammad Faris Zaqwan

84-92
- PDF 178
- Abstract View 96

Information Technology

Interactive Math Adventures for Primary Students (IMAPS)

Muhammad Fikri Hakim Adnan, Pavan Vikram Vikraman, Muhammad Haziq Hakim Azreen, Fauziah Abdul Razak @ Lapochik, Rafizah Mohd Hanifa

93-99
- PDF 63
- Abstract View 64
Q’FAST: Qada Fasting Mobile Application

Ain Aziz, Nur Aisyatul Balqis Saiful Faizal, Nurnabila Mahmod, Rosfuzah Roslan

100-107
- PDF 60
- Abstract View 61
MyIsyARat: Bridging Communication Gaps through Bahasa Isyarat Malaysia (BIM) with Augmented Reality (AR)

Hanief Haiqal Harizan, Muhammad Bazil Akid Rosdee, Muhammad Irfan Alimun, Rafizah Mohd Hanifa

108-117
- PDF 116
- Abstract View 133
AI Literasi Interaktif Bahasa Melayu (ALIM) Menggunakan Teknologi “Voice to Text Matching”

Muhammad Hariz Izzuddin, Muhammad Hafizi Sedli, Syahmi Wajdi Shahiddin, Mazniha Berahim

118-125
- PDF 89
- Abstract View 80