Mr. E.K.N. Malinda

Lecturer (Contract Basis)
Department: Materials and Mechanical Technology
Specialization: Automobile

Contact

Academic Building (B3)-Room 160
Department of Material and Mechanical Technology
Faculty of Technology
University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Mahenwatte, Pitipana North
Homagama 10200
Sri Lanka

Email: eknmalinda@sjp.ac.lk

Education

Nov-2017 To Jan-2018

Diploma in AutoCAD

CADD Centre Lanka

Sri Lanka

February-2019 – June 2023

Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Honors) Degree – Automobile

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Sri Lanka

Personal Profile

Dedicated Lecturer in Automobile Engineering, committed to inspiring and equipping the next generation of technologists. Experienced in both academic research and practical applications, with a focus on innovative teaching and advancing the automobile field. Dedicated to advancing the automotive field through continuous learning and collaboration.

Positions Held

Dec 2024 – TO DATE

Lecturer (contract basis) (Department of Materials and Mechanical Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.)

Aug 2023 – Dec 2023

Temporary Demonstrator (Department of Materials and Mechanical Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.)

    Ongoing Research and Projects

    • Enhancing sustainability of diesel engines through low emission dual fuel approach. Research Grants -2024 University of Sri Jayewardenepura
    • Design and Manufacture of Zero Steering Mechanism. (on-going paper work)
    • Tilt Trike Steering Mechanism to Improve Roll Stability of Three-Wheeled Vehicles (on-going paper work)

    Awards, Distinctions, and Memberships

    Oct-2023

    Gold Medal

    Most Outstanding Student in Department of Materials and Mechanical Technology, Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours Degree

    Oct-2023

    Dean’s Honour List

    Five times recognized for Highest Grade Point Average for the Studies in Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours Degree

    Nov-2023

    Best Oral Presentation – Undergraduate

    Awarded for the best oral Presentation for the abstract title ” Design and Manufacture of Zero Steering Mechanism ” under track – Automotive Engineering

    Research Interests

    Mr. E.K.N. Malinda’s research focuses on automotive sustainability, advanced steering mechanisms, and mechanical systems. His current work includes a grant-funded project on “Enhancing Sustainability of Diesel Engines Through Low Emission Dual Fuel Approach” at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, which explores reducing emissions while maintaining efficiency in diesel engines. Additionally, he is developing innovative steering systems, with ongoing research papers on the “Design and Manufacture of Zero Steering Mechanism” and a “Tilt Trike Steering Mechanism to Improve Roll Stability of Three-Wheeled Vehicles.” His supervision of student projects reflects his commitment to advancing practical automotive technologies.

    Publications

    Research Articles

    Malinda, E. K. N., Viduranga, P. D. C., Kuruwitage, D. M., Oruthota, O. A. P. C., & de Mel, W. R. (2023). DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE OF ZERO STEERING MECHANISM. International Conference on Innovation and Emerging Technologies. https://iciet.sjp.ac.lk

    Teaching

    ETT 2072

    Transmission Systems

    ETT 3262

    Fuels & Lubrication

    ETT 4192

    Alternative Fuels & Energy systems

    ETC 1001

    Technology Project

    ETT 4266

    Research/ Final Design Project