Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah

Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Muhammad Aizzat Zakaria

Director, Centre for Innovation and Technology Transfer

Pioneering Autonomous Systems, Mobile Robotics, and Mechatronics Engineering.

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RM2.0M+

Research Grants

10+

Years Experience

100+

Publications

10+

Awards

About Me

Associate Professor Ts. Dr. Muhammad Aizzat Zakaria is a distinguished researcher with an impressive background in Electrical-Mechatronic Engineering. He excelled during his first degree, receiving nominations for the Vice-Chancellor Award and Dean's List. After a successful career at Intel Corporation as a Process R&D Engineer, he specialized in Autonomous Vehicle development, earning a Doctoral degree from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in 2015.

At UMPSA, he has taken on various pivotal management roles, including Head of Program for the UMPSA-HKA Germany Mechatronics Engineering Program. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Centre for Innovation and Technology Transfer.

Notably, Dr. Aizzat is a founding member of the Smart Campus Autonomous Vehicle (SCAV) project at UMPSA, showcasing the potential of autonomous technology while nurturing human talent in Malaysia.

CEng (UK) P. Tech (MBOT) Ph.D Mechatronics

Key Achievements

RM 1.4 Million Grant Leader

Awarded LRGS Grant by MOHE for "Aeroground" AI Navigation project (2025).

International Leadership

Spearheaded the UMPSA Autonomous Ecosystem launch at Dubai Airshow 2025.

Intel Corporation Alumni

Former Process R&D Engineer / NPI Technical Project Manager.

Expertise

Research Focus

Technical expertise includes Robotic Operating System (ROS), C/C++, Python, MATLAB, and SLAM.

Autonomous Vehicles

Intelligent vehicle state monitoring and stability control.

SLAM & Navigation

Simultaneous Localisation and Mapping for mobile robots.

Mobile Robotics

Ground robot mapping and DREBAR firmware development.

Mechatronics

Complex system integration and robotic programming.

Portfolio

Key Research Projects

Highlighting grant-funded initiatives led by Dr. Aizzat.

New Grant

Aeroground: Autonomous Aero-Ground Robot

LRGS Grant: RM 1.4 Million (Ministry of Higher Education)

Lead researcher for the high-impact 'Aeroground' project, investigating AI-driven navigation and secure edge computing for surveillance and reconnaissance robots. This multi-institutional collaboration involves researchers from UPNM and UKM, pushing the boundaries of autonomous systems in complex environments.

AI Navigation Surveillance RM1.4M Grant

Flagship Project

Smart Campus Autonomous Vehicle (SCAV)

Flagship Grant: RM 156,000.00

A pioneering autonomous shuttle developed locally by UMPSA researchers. Dr. Aizzat served as a core member responsible for AV system architecture, SLAM technology development, perception algorithms, and ROS architecture. This project represents the first autonomous shuttle development of its kind at the university.

Autonomous Delivery Robot

Special Project Grant: RM 108,400.00

Project leader for the development of an autonomous delivery robot utilizing the DREBAR firmware ("Made in UMPSA"). This project focuses on creating intelligent mobile robots for research and educational purposes, advancing local capabilities in robotics firmware.

DREBAR Firmware Education

Vehicle Stability & Control Systems

Multiple Research Grants

Fundamental research into vehicle dynamics, including "Active Stability Control Model of Lateral Vehicle Dynamics" and "Predictive Stability Model of Autonomous Vehicles." These projects aim to improve passenger comfort and safety in autonomous driving scenarios through advanced mathematical modeling.

Live Demo

Technology in Action

Watch our autonomous systems operating in real-world environments.

What I Offer

Services & Consultancy

Leveraging expertise in autonomous systems and mechatronics to drive innovation in industry and academia.

Expert Consultation

Strategic guidance for complex engineering challenges, ensuring seamless integration and advanced automation.

Project Integration
Automation Systems
Autonomous System Development
Technical Project Management (engineering, IP, risks)

Professional Training

Comprehensive training programs designed to upskill professionals and students in cutting-edge technologies.

Autonomous Robotic Systems
Robotic Operating System 2 (ROS2)
Mechatronic Systems
Strategic engineering roadmap foresight

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Open Source & Tools

Software Development

Live Web App

PDF Tools & Utility Suite

A secure, browser-based document management suite I personally developed. It allows you to merge, split, and organize PDFs with 100% client-side processing—meaning your files never leave your device.

"I built this software not to get rich, but to help the community. You'll find no ads and strict privacy protections. The nominal fee exists solely to support ongoing development and cover server maintenance costs."
- Dr. Aizzat

Developed In-House
Privacy Focused (Local Processing)
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Research Publications

Explore a comprehensive list of journal articles, conference proceedings, and academic contributions.

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In The Media

Dubai Airshow 2025

"UMPSA Autonomous Ecosystem now on International Stage"

Dr. Aizzat spearheaded the launch of UMPSA's Autonomous System Ecosystem at the Dubai Airshow 2025, positioning the university as a global player in smart mobility.

19 Nov 2025