Agus Nugroho
Research Center for Composite and Biomaterials · National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
Research Interests
Mechanical engineering — teaching, research, and materials science, tribology, fuel, and mechanical system optimization. Tribology — advanced understanding of surface interactions, wear, and lubrication mechanisms. Advanced cooling & refrigeration systems...
Biography
Agus Nugroho, Ph,D. is an expert in tribology, nanolubricants, and sustainable biolubricant development, focusing on nanomaterial surface modification, heat transfer enhancement, HVAC system application, and eco-friendly lubrication systems. His research bridges mechanical engineering, materials science, and nanotechnology to advance high-performance and sustainable industrial applications.
Education
Bachelor - Machenical Engineering Education - Automotive Major Master - Master of Engineering - Materials Science and Engineering Major Doctorate - Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering - Advanced Fluids
Recent Scopus Publications
- Performance evaluation of FTiO2-POE nanolubricant for enhanced efficiency in automotive air conditioning systems
- Dynamic polarity switching under DC-biased AC waveforms: Mechanistic insights into hydroxyapatite coating via electrochemical deposition
- In-depth stability analysis and optimization of ultrasonication duration for novel TiO2-seaweed nanolubricants using the one-factor-at-a-time (OFAT) response surface methodology
- Next-generation thermal spray coatings for military use: Innovations, challenges, and applications (bibliometric review 2015–2025)
- One-step hydrothermal process of carbon dots derived from lemon and ginger juice: synthesis and characterizations
Research Outputs
Method For Synthesizing and Producing Mesoporous Gamma-Alumina (γ-Al₂O₃) Nanoparticles from Aluminum Can Waste for Metal Coating Material. 2024. (Registered Patent).
Grants / Consultancy
Development of Nano Biolubricants Based on Local Natural Seaweed Resources to Enhance Material Wear Resistance. Rumah Program BRIN research scheme. 2025.
Links
- ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5287-9534
- Google Scholar https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Qtkpw14AAAAJ
- Scopus https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57226019764