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Musthafa Akbar, S.T., M.T., Ph.D. — Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Riau
Universitas Riau — Faculty of Engineeringakbarmust@eng.unri.ac.id  ·  Pekanbaru, Riau – Indonesia
Musthafa Akbar, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.
Lecturer · Lektor (III-d)

Musthafa Akbar, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.

Mechanical Engineering Study Program
Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Riau (UNRI)

Impact Dynamics · Design Optimization · Structural Integrity
Scopus ID: 57189621906
ORCID: 0000-0002-4570-0743
Researcher ID: Q-2140-2016
13
Journal Papers
9
Conference Papers
10
Journal Reviewer
4
Courses Taught

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👤About

Research interest: Impact dynamics, Design optimization, Structural integrity assessment

Impact DynamicsDesign OptimizationStructural IntegrityComposite MaterialsFinite Element MethodCrashworthinessPressure VesselsFracture MechanicsCFRP LaminatesFailure Assessment

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📍Office Address

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Riau University (UNRI)
Kampus Bina Widya Jl. H.R. Subrantas KM.12.5, Kel. Simpang Baru,
Kota Pekanbaru, Riau – Indonesia 28293

Email: akbarmust@eng.unri.ac.id

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💼Professional Experience

Lecturer / Researcher (Lektor / III-d)
Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Riau (www.unri.ac.id)

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🎓Education

  • S.T.
    Mechanical Engineering
    Universitas Andalas (UNAND) · 2007
  • M.T.
    Mechanical Engineering
    Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) · 2014
  • Ph.D.
    Mechanical Systems Engineering
    Tokyo Metropolitan University · 2024

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📄Research Publications

  • [1]
    M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Investigating the interchangeability of low-velocity impact and quasi-static indentation Tests: Effects on the residual strength of hybrid aluminum/CFRP laminates," Compos. Sci. Technol., vol. 270, p. 111293, 2025. 2025 Elsevier · Q1
    doi.org/10.1016/j.compscitech.2025.111293
  • [2]
    M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Numerical and experimental investigations of low-velocity impact on composite overwrapped pressure vessel with different stacking sequences," Adv. Compos. Mater., vol. 33, no. 3, pp. 434–455, May 2024. 2024 Taylor & Francis
    doi: 10.1080/09243046.2023.2269743
  • [3]
    M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Comparison of post-impact residual strength ratio between hybrid filament-wound cylinder and hybrid plate specimen," Adv. Compos. Mater., pp. 1–24, 2024. 2024 Taylor & Francis
    doi: 10.1080/09243046.2024.2395104
  • [4]
    M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Fracture analysis of A6063-T6 materials used as liner of composite overwrapped and type I pressure vessels under internal pressure," Adv. Compos. Mater., vol. 32, no. 2, pp. 237–249, 2023. 2023 Taylor & Francis
    doi: 10.1080/09243046.2022.2082012
  • [5]
    M. Akbar and D. K. Dewi, "A Comparative Study of Winding Angle Configurations for Improved Crashworthiness in Hybrid Al/CFRP Crash Boxes," Automotive Experiences, vol. 8, no. 3, pp. 530–543, 2025. 2025
    doi: 10.31603/ae.14280
  • [6]
    M. Akbar, F. Huda, and D. K. Dewi, "Remaining strength assessment of dented pipe based on depth and strain based criteria," IOP Conf. Ser. Mater. Sci. Eng., vol. 539, no. 1, p. 12035, 2019. 2019 Scopus
    doi: 10.1088/1757-899x/539/1/012035
  • [7]
    R. Setiawan and M. Akbar, "Numerical data used for producing failure assessment diagram in integrity analysis of cylindrical shell with crack," Int. J. Struct. Integr., vol. 8, no. 5, pp. 530–543, Aug. 2017. 2017
    doi: 10.1108/IJSI-09-2016-0029
  • [8]
    M. Akbar and R. Setiawan, "Integrity Analysis of Pressure Vessel with Semi Eliptical Crack Under Internal Pressure," Proceeding SNTTM XII, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, 2013, pp. 815–821. 2013
  • [9]
    M. Akbar, "Failure Prediction of Cracked Pressure Vessel under Fatigue Load Based on API 579 Standard and Finite Element Method," Sci. Eng., vol. 37, 2016. 2016
  • [10]
    M. Akbar, D. R. P. Cupu, and K. Anuar, "Elastoplastic behavior and limit load analysis of thick-walled pressure vessel," AIP Conf. Proc., vol. 2568, 2023. 2023
    doi: 10.1063/5.0114241
  • [11]
    M. Akbar and R. Setiawan, "Failure Assessment Diagram Constraint Used for Integrity Analysis of Cylindrical Shell with Crack," 2016. 2016
  • [12]
    Asral, F. Huda, and M. Akbar, "Two water wheels performance in series for empowerment of irrigation," IOP Conf. Ser. Mater. Sci. Eng., 2019. 2019 Scopus
  • [13]
    M. Akbar et al., "Bio-Inspired Crash Box Design Based on Coconut Palm Trunk Structures for Improved Energy Absorption in Passenger Vehicles," J. Phys.: Conf. Ser., vol. 3186, no. 1, p. 012015, 2026. 2026

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🎤Conference Presentations

[1]M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Design improvements of filament-wound composite cylinder subjected to low-velocity impact."
日本機械学会 M&P2023 · 27–29 September 2023, Tsukuba, Japan
[2]M. Akbar and S. Kobayashi, "Experimental and numerical evaluations of composite overwrapped pressure vessels subjected to low-velocity impact with considering the effect of stacking sequences and winding angles."
ATEM iDICs '23 · 9–12 October 2023, Awara, Fukui, Japan
[3]Akbar, M., Huda, F., Dewi, D.K., "Remaining Strength Assessment of Dented Pipe Based on Depth and Strain Based Criteria."
ICDEMM · Bali, Indonesia, 24–25 October 2018 (Scopus Indexed)
[4]Anuar, K., Akbar, M., Herisiswanto, "Wing Design of UAV Serindit V-1."
ICDEMM · Bali, Indonesia, 24–25 October 2018 (Scopus Indexed)
[5]Asral, Huda, F., Akbar, M., "Two Water Wheels Performance in Series for Empowerment of Irrigation."
ICDEMM · Bali, Indonesia, 24–25 October 2018 (Scopus Indexed)
[6]Nugraha, A.S., Akbar, M., Saputra, A., "Komparasi Analisis Statik dan Transient pada Gripper Lengan Penggerak Robot Morolipi."
SNTTM XV · 5–6 October 2017, Surabaya, Indonesia
[7]Akbar, M., Nugraha, A.S., "Structural Analysis of Pylon Head for Cable Stayed Bridge Using Non-Linear Finite Element Method."
OMAse · 6–7 November 2017, Padang, Indonesia
[8]Yohanes, Badri, M., Adino, P., Arief, D.S., Akbar, M., "Finite Element Simulation of Bar-Plate Friction Welded Joints Steel Product Subjected to Impact Loading."
OMAse 2015 · Pekanbaru, Indonesia
[9]Akbar, M. and Setiawan, R., "Analisis Integritas Bejana Tekan dengan Cacat Retak Semi Eliptikal dengan Beban Tekanan Internal."
SNTTM XII · 23–24 October 2013, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia

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Reviewer of Academic Journals

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📚Teaching Experience

  • 1. Mechanics of Materials
  • 2. Engineering Mechanics: Statics
  • 3. Design of Machine Elements
  • 4. Mechanical Engineering Design