Department of Mechanical Engineering

Dr. Muhammad Farhan Hanif


Dr. Muhammad Farhan Hanif

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
https://profiles.bzu.edu.pk/muhammadfarhanhanif

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Dr. Muhammad Farhan Hanif

Qualification:
PhD, Peking University, China.

Research Interests:
My primary research interest lies at the intersection of machine learning and solar energy forecasting. I am dedicated to advancing the accuracy and reliability of solar irradiance predictions through the development and integration of sophisticated machine learning models. This includes exploring sequential deep learning architectures to capture temporal dynamics in solar irradiance data, which enhances prediction accuracy for solar energy applications. I utilize ensemble learning techniques and hybrid models that combine various machine learning methods to improve predictive performance and robustness. Additionally, I am involved in testing and validating predictive models across diverse geographical conditions to ensure scalability and global applicability. I am also investigating how machine learning can optimize the integration and management of renewable energy sources into the power grid, focusing on efficiency and sustainability.

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Other Information:
Recipient of the Chinese Government Scholarship for PhD studies and the HEC Student Travel Award. Active member of the Pakistan Engineering Council and a regular presenter at international conferences on renewable energy and machine learning. Serves as a peer reviewer for reputable journals and leads multiple international collaborative projects focused on solar irradiance predictions. Has completed advanced training in new energy technologies and is committed to educational outreach, promoting the integration of renewable energy solutions. Proficient in English and Urdu, with basic knowledge of Chinese and Arabic, facilitating extensive international collaborations. Future goals include developing AI-driven tools for real-time energy management and enhancing the scalability of renewable energy technologies globally

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Research Papers

2025 Enhanced accuracy in solar irradiance forecasting through machine learning stack-based ensemble approach (Journal)
M. S. Naveed, I. Iqbal, M. F. Hanif, J. Xiao, X. Liu, J. Mi
Journal: International Journal of Green Energy, Publisher: Taylor and Francis, Vol.: 22, Issue: 10 Pages: 1-24,
2025 Ensemble-Empirical-Mode-Decomposition (EEMD) on SWH prediction: The effect of decomposed IMFs, continuous prediction duration, and data-driven models (Journal)
Yuanye Guo, Jicang Si, Yulian Wang, Farhan Hanif, Shuang Li, Mengwei Wu, Minyi Xu, Jianchun Mi
Journal: Ocean Engineering, Publisher: Elsevier, Vol.: 324, Issue: Pages: 120755,
2025 Whole proteome-integrated and vaccinomics-based next generation mRNA vaccine design against Pseudomonas aeruginosa-A hierarchical subtractive proteomics approach (Journal)
Sara Aiman, Abbas Ahmad, Abdul Malik, Rui Chen, Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Azmat Ali Khan, Mushtaq Ahmed Ansari, Samavia Farrukh, Guangxian Xu, Muhammad Shahab, Kaisong Huang
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Publisher: Elsevier, Vol.: 309, Issue: Pages: 142627,
2025 Towards Sustainable Construction: Experimental and Machine Learning-Based Analysis of Wastewater-Integrated Concrete Pavers (Journal)
Nosheen Blouch, Syed Noman Hussain Kazmi, Mohamed Metwaly, Nijah Akram, Jianchun Mi, Muhammad Farhan Hanif
Journal: Sustainability, Publisher: MDPI, Vol.: 17, Issue: 15 Pages: 6811,
2025 The Solar AI Nexus Reinforcement Learning Shaping the Future of Energy Management (Journal)
Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Rauf Ahmad, Abdul Bari Farooq, Xiangtao Liu, Akhlaq Ahmad, Shahid Iqbal, Jianchun Mi
Journal: WIREs Energy and Environment, Publisher: Wiley, Vol.: 14, Issue: 3 Pages: e70012,
2024 Enhancing Solar Forecasting Accuracy with Sequential Deep Artificial Neural Network and Hybrid Random Forest and Gradient Boosting Models across Varied Terrains (Journal)
Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Muhammad Umar Siddique, Jicang Si, Muhammad Sabir Naveed, Xiangtao Liu, Jianchun Mi
Journal: Advanced Theory and Simulation, Publisher: Wiley, Vol.: 07, Issue: 07 Pages: 2301289,
2024 Advancing solar energy forecasting with modified ANN and light GBM learning algorithms (Journal)
Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Muhammad Sabir Naveed, Mohamed Metwaly, Jicang Si, Xiangtao Liu, and Jianchun Mi
Journal: AIMS Energy, Publisher: Aims Press, Vol.: 12, Issue: 2 Pages: 350-386,
2024 Classification and characteristics of ammonia combustion in well stirred reactor (Journal)
Liu, Xiangtao, Guochang Wang, Feifei Wang, Pengfei Li, Jicang Si, Farhan Hanif, and Jianchun Mi
Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Publisher: Elsevier, Vol.: 55, Issue: 1 Pages: 1-13,
2024 Leveraging advanced AI algorithms with transformer-infused recurrent neural networks to optimize solar irradiance forecasting (Journal)
M. S. Naveed, M. F. Hanif, M. Metwaly, I. Iqbal, E. Lodhi, X. Liu, J. Mi
Journal: Frontiers in Energy Research, Publisher: Frontiers Media SA, Vol.: 12, Issue: Pages: 1485690,
2024 Furnace MILD combustion versus its open counterpart in hot coflow (Journal)
X Liu, G Wang, J Si, M Wu, MF Hanif, J Mi
Journal: Applications in Energy and Combustion Science, Publisher: Elsevier, Vol.: 19, Issue: 1 Pages: 100275,
2024 Harnessing AI for solar energy Emergence of transformer models (Journal)
MF Hanif, J Mi
Journal: Applied Energy, Publisher: Elsevier, Vol.: 369, Issue: 1 Pages: 123541,
2024 AI-Driven precision in solar forecasting Breakthroughs in machine learning and deep learning (Journal)
Ayesha Nadeem, Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Muhammad Sabir Naveed, Muhammad Tahir Hassan, Mustabshirha Gul, Naveed Husnain, Jianchun Mi
Journal: AIMS Geosciences, Publisher: AIMS Press, Vol.: 10, Issue: 04 Pages: 684-734,
2022 Grey-Taguchi and ANN based optimization of a better performing low-emission diesel engine fueled with biodiesel (Journal)
Gul, M., Asad Naeem Shah, Umair Aziz, Naveed Husnain, M. A. Mujtaba, Tasmiya Kousar, Rauf Ahmad, and Muhammad Farhan Hanif.
Journal: Energy Sources, Part A Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects, Publisher: Taylor and Francis, Vol.: 44, Issue: 1 Pages: 1019-1032,
2017 Design Characterization of Shape Memory Alloy Helical Stent For Endohyperthermia Treatment Of Restenosis (Journal)
Mahmood, Awais, Farrukh Arsalan Siddiqui, Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Atif Mahmood, and Muhammad Imran Malik
Journal: Journal of Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Publisher: Punjab University, Vol.: 24, Issue: 1 Pages: 11-20,
2016 Evaluation of LC Resonant Pressure Sensor for Smart Stent Application (Journal)
Mahmood, Awais, Farrukh Arsalan Siddiqui, Muhammad Farhan Hanif, Atif Mahmood, and Muhammad Imran Malik.
Journal: Journal of Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Publisher: Punjab University, Vol.: 23, Issue: 1 Pages: 13-23,
2016 Impact of swept volume ratio in designing a beta type Stirling engine (Journal)
Siddiqui, F., A. Chaudhry, M. Farhan, I. Sanaullah, M. Asim, M. F. Hanif, and T. Ambreen.
Journal: University of Engineering and Technology Taxila Technical Journal, Publisher: University of Engineering and Technology Taxila, Vol.: 21, Issue: 2 Pages: 39,

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