Peter Onu

Peter

Peter Onu, PhD

School of Science and Technology (SST).

Profile

Faculty’s Field of Research: Digital Transformation and sustainable Engineering

School: School of Science and Technology (SST)

Faculty’s email address: ponu@pau.edu.ng

Background: Engineer Dr Peter Onu is a chartered engineer and a digital technology and sustainability (Digital Green Fusion) expert. His research focus is on Smart Manufacturing, Smart Energy, and Smart Agriculture, integrating AI, ML, and DL technologies. He is a proponent of adopting nascent data-driven decision-making technologies like IoT devices, data analytics, and predictive modeling. He aims to promote intelligent systems and sustainable solutions within the industrial and energy sectors.

Research interest: Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing, AI, IoT, Smart Grids, Sustainable Energy & Biomass and Mechatronics & Automation.

Teaching: Faculty leads courses in

Industrial Automation and Control

Introduction to Robotics

Introduction to Mechatronics

UNIX and Robot Operating Systems

Computer Vision and Image Processing

Design of Mechatronics Engineering and Robotic Systems

Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

PhD in Industrial Automation (University of Johannesburg, South Africa)

MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria)

BEng in Mechanical Engineering (Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria)

Memberships, editorial boards

Applied Sciences (MDPI)

Research Grants

The SWARM (Sustainable Plastic Waste and Recycling Management Capacity Building) project – the ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE (Capacity Building in Higher Education) program: PN: 101179183

Publications

Selected publications  

2026

  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. (2026). AI-based pest detection in smart agriculture: An enhanced Tiny-YOLOV3 approach. Procedia Computer Science, 277, 2633–2640.
  • Onu, P., Madonsela, N., & Pradhan, A. (2026). Development of LSTM-attention-based microelectronic systems for enhanced greenhouse temperature prediction. Procedia Computer Science, 277, 1788–1796.
  • Onokpite, E., et al.(2026). Investigating the optimal biogas yield through anaerobic co-digestion of poultry manure and cassava peels: Experimental and modelling methods. E3S Web of Conferences, 684, 03002. https://doi.org/10.1051/e3sconf/202668403002
  • Samuel, D. R., et al.(2026). Understanding model hallucinations: Causes, mitigation strategies, and evaluation metrics for detection. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 10(1), 61–70.

2025

  • Onu, P., et al.(2025). Integration of AI and IoT in smart manufacturing: Exploring technological, ethical, and legal frontiers. Procedia Computer Science, 253, 654–660.
  • Onu, P., et al.(2025). Additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D bioprinting for biomedical application: Understanding the drivers, barriers and technology trends. Procedia Computer Science, 253, 1276–1282.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., Madonsela, N., & Oyefusi, S. (2025). Designing resilient AI-powered digital assistants for industrial applications: Key challenges. In Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management (IEEM)(pp. 671–675).
  • Onu, P., Samuel, A. O., & Adediran, A. A. (2025). Adaptive and collaborative feedback systems for AR-based learning and teamwork. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 498–505.
  • Onu, P., Samuel, A. O., & Adediran, A. A. (2025). A review on wearable mechatronic systems for intelligent health analysis. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 484–497.
  • Onu, P., Segun, E. I., & Adediran, A. A. (2025). The use of 5G networks in enhancing connectivity in industrial robotics. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 1350–1358.
  • Onu, P., Deborah, O. B., & Adediran, A. A. (2025). How blockchain-based intelligent traceability systems and edge computing promote smart agriculture. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 1343–1349.
  • Ajayi, S. A., et al.(2025). A dual-anode electrolytic codecomposition approach to enhance A36 steel properties with Zn–13, rice husk, and white clay coatings. Materials Design & Processing Communications.
  • Ikumapayi, O. M., Bankole, O. O., Bayode, A., Onu, P., & Ting, T. T. (2025). Finite element analysis and simulation of 316L stainless steel and titanium alloy for orthopedic hip and knee prosthetics. Prosthesis, 7, 64.
  • Ikumapayi, O. M., Laseinde, O. T., Kazeem, R. A., Onu, P., & Ting, T. T. (2025). Development and performance assessment of palm kernel nut oil as a cutting fluid for the turning of AA6061. Lubricants, 13, 279.
  • Ikubanni, P. P., Ajewole, J. B., Onu, P., & Ade-Omowaye, J. A. (2025). Development of a voice-controlled and remote-controlled mini forklift prototype. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 766–784.
  • Ajayi, S. A., Onu, P., & Onokpite, E. (2025). Development of an automated feeding system for farm and domestic animals. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7.
  • Ajayi, S. A., Onu, P., & Onokpite, E. (2025). Development of an intelligent solar-powered waste bin prototype. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7, 859–873.
  • Ajayi, S., Peter, O., & Onokpite, E. (2025). Emerging trends in biomechatronics for digital prosthetics: A mini review. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7(2), 3045–3051.
  • Ajayi, S. A., Ikubanni, P. P., Onu, P., Adekanye, T. A., & Abideen, T. (2025). Investigation of corrosion, hardness, and wear rate of rice husk–zinc composite coating on A36 steel. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 8(2), 164–182.
  • Ikumapayi, O. M., et al.(2025). Security and privacy challenges in digital transformation systems. NIPES Journal of Science and Technology Research, 7(2), 3674–3680.

2024

  • Onu, P., et al.(2024). Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and the influence of Industry 4.0. In Proceedings of SEB4SDG 2024 (pp. 1–8). https://doi.org/10.1109/SEB4SDG60871.2024.10630198
  • Onu, P., Mbohwa, C., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. S. (2024). Smart contracts in blockchain-based supply chain management for sustainable manufacturing. In SEB4SDG 2024(pp. 1–6).
  • Onu, P., Ajisegiri, E., Ikubanni, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Machine learning in biomass energy production: A systematic review. In SEB4SDG 2024(pp. 1–7).
  • Onu, P., Gad, S. M., Adediran, A. A., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Additive manufacturing for sustainable production: Titanium alloys survey. In SEB4SDG 2024(pp. 1–12).
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). IoT-integrated sensors and actuators for sustainable manufacturing. In SEB4SDG 2024.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Mechatronic integrated solutions in Industry 4.0. In SEB4SDG 2024.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. S. (2024). IoT integration and digital twin technology in smart manufacturing. In IMITEC 2024(pp. 285–289).
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. S. (2024). Explainable AI in smart grids for predictive maintenance. In SESAI 2024(pp. 1–6).
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. S. (2024). Autonomous microgrid optimization using reinforcement learning. In SESAI 2024(pp. 1–6).
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Madonsela, N. S. (2024). AI in smart manufacturing: Ethical and legal perspectives. In IMITEC 2024(pp. 290–295).
  • Onu, P., Mbohwa, C., & Pradhan, A. (2024). Internet of production: Trends, drivers, and challenges. Procedia Computer Science, 232, 2049–2056.
  • Onu, P., Mbohwa, C., & Pradhan, A. (2024). Blockchain-powered traceability solutions for supply chain integrity. Procedia Computer Science, 232, 1420–1427.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Potential use of the metaverse in teaching and learning. Education and Information Technologies, 29, 8893–8924.
  • Onu, P., & Pradhan, A. (2024). Energy potential and degradation kinetics of organic substrates. Sustainability, 16, 5101.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Industry 4.0 and beyond: Digital transformation in Industry X.0.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2024). Strategic orientation and SME performance. In Sustainable Materials Processing and Manufacturing(pp. 14–19). CRC Press.

2023

  • Peter, O., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2023). Industrial internet of things (IIoT) in emerging economies. Procedia Computer Science.
  • Peter, O., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2023). Industry 4.0 in sub-Saharan African SMEs. Procedia Computer Science.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2023). EcoMechatronics for sustainable production. In IEEE IEEM 2023.
  • Onu, P., Mbohwa, C., & Pradhan, A. (2023). AI-based IoT-enabled biogas production. In ICCAD 2023.
  • Onu, P., Mbohwa, C., & Pradhan, A. (2023). Machine learning for fault detection in smart grids. In ICECET 2023.
  • Onu, P., Pradhan, A., & Mbohwa, C. (2023). Industry 4.0 for renewable energy development. Heliyon.

2021

  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2021). Industry 4.0 opportunities in manufacturing SMEs: Sustainability outlook. Materials Today: Proceedings.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2021). Reimagining the future: Techno innovation advancement in manufacturing. Materials Today: Proceedings.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2021). Agricultural waste diversity and sustainability issues in Sub-Saharan Africa.

2020

  • Ikumapayi, O. M., Akinlabi, E. T., & Onu, P. (2020). Emerging trends in forging operation. In Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering.

2019

  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Renewable energy technologies in brief. International Journal of Scientific and Technology Research, 8, 1283–1289.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Advances in solar photovoltaic grid parity. In IRSEC 2019.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Concentrated solar power and thermal energy storage. In IRSEC 2019.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Sustainable production: New thinking for SMEs. In Journal of Physics: Conference Series.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Supply chain management and industrial development. In Journal of Physics: Conference Series.
  • Peter, O., & Mbohwa, C. (2019). Industrial energy conservation initiative. Procedia Manufacturing.
  • Ikumapayi, O. M., et al.(2019). Rolling operation in metal forming. Materials Today: Proceedings.
  • Yusuf, A. A., et al.(2019). Municipal solid waste management system. Procedia Manufacturing.
  • Lawal, A. Q., et al.(2019). Effect of unburnt rice husk on concrete. Procedia Manufacturing.

2018

  • Peter, O., & Mbohwa, C. (2018). Correlation between future energy systems and industrial revolutions. In IEOM Proceedings.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2018). Green supply chain management and sustainable industrial practices. In IEOM Proceedings.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2018). Sustainable emission control in Africa. In IEOM Proceedings.
  • Peter, O., & Mbohwa, C. (2018). Sustainable supply chain and technology development. In IEOM Proceedings.
  • Onu, P., & Mbohwa, C. (2018). Sustainable oil exploitation versus renewable energy initiatives. In IEOM Proceedings.

LINK TO PUBLICATIONS: ‪‪Peter Onu‬ – ‪Google Scholar‬‬

Consultancy and Knowledge exchange

Research Fellow I College of Science, Engineering and Technology | 2024 – 2027, University of South Africa.

Senior Research Associate | Department of Quality and Operations Management | 2022 – 2026, University of Johannesburg.

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