Dr. Kemal Amaya | Electrostatic Pesticide Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kemal Amaya has built a diverse professional background in mechanical engineering and agricultural technology. He began his career as a lecturer at the University of Aleppo, teaching technical drawing to engineering students. Transitioning to industry, he worked as a Design Engineer at Energycare Company, specializing in the design of machinery for high-voltage applications. Later, at TR-SR Company, he focused on designing packaging machines. Currently, Dr. Amaya is engaged in research as a TUBITAK project expert, working on developing electrostatic charging technology for orchard sprayers. His career trajectory reflects a blend of academic expertise and practical engineering skills applied to real-world challenges in various industries.

Research Interest

Dr. Kemal Amaya’s research interests lie at the intersection of mechanical engineering and agricultural technologies, focusing on developing innovative solutions to enhance pesticide application efficiency and agricultural machinery design. His expertise encompasses the design and optimization of electrostatic charging systems tailored for air-assisted orchard sprayers, aiming to improve spray effectiveness while minimizing environmental impact. Dr. Amaya is deeply involved in advancing spraying technologies by exploring the influence of parameters such as pressure, droplet size, and electrode geometry on application efficacy.

Award and Honors

Dr. Kemal Amaya has garnered several prestigious awards and honors for his exceptional contributions to the fields of mechanical engineering and agricultural technologies. Notably, he received an Outstanding Research Award from Çukurova University in recognition of his innovative work on electrostatic charging systems for pesticide application using air-assisted orchard sprayers, demonstrating his impact on advancing agricultural technology and sustainability practices. Additionally, Dr. Amaya was honored with a Best Paper Award at an International Conference on Agricultural Engineering, underscoring his expertise in spraying technologies and their pivotal role in crop protection and food safety.

Research Skills

Dr. Kemal Amaya possesses a comprehensive array of research skills cultivated through his academic pursuits and professional experiences in mechanical engineering and agricultural technologies. His expertise encompasses various critical aspects of research methodology, including experimental design and implementation to investigate agricultural technologies and pesticide application methods. Dr. Amaya is proficient in data analysis techniques, employing statistical tools and software for interpreting experimental results and identifying significant trends. He demonstrates a strong aptitude for literature review and research synthesis, leveraging existing knowledge to inform research hypotheses and methodologies effectively.

Publications

1. Publication Title: “Determining effects of induction electrode geometry on charging efficiency of droplets in pesticide electrostatic spraying applications”
   • Authors: K Amaya, A Bayat
   • Journal: Smart Agricultural Technology 4, 100190
   • Year: 2023
   • Citations: 3
2. Publication Title: “Low-Cost High-Voltage Generator For Electrostatic Charging Of Pesticide Droplets And Laboratory Uses”
   • Authors: Kemal Amaya
   • Journal: Gazi Journal of Engineering Sciences 9 (3), 422-434
   • Year: 2023
   • Citations: 1
3. Publication Title: “Innovating an Electrostatic Charging Unit with an Insulated Induction Electrode for Air-Assisted Orchard Sprayers”
   • Authors: K AMAYA, A BAYAT
   • Journal: Crop Protection, 106701
   • Year: 2024
   • Citations: Not specified
4. Publication Title: “The Effect of Spraying Pressure, Liquid Low Rate, and Electrode Specifications (Location and Dimensions) on the Charge Efficiency of Spray Droplets”
   • Authors: K Amaya, A Bayat
   • Conference: 33. Ulusal Tarımsal Mekanizasyon ve Enerji Kongresi
   • Year: 2021
   • Citations: Not specified
5. Publication Title: “A new unit to charge spray droplets with static electricity produced by turbo atomizers in the pesticide application”
   • Authors: A Bayat, K Amaya
   • Patent: WO Patent WO2021118490A1
   • Year: 2021
   • Citations: Not specified
6. Publication Title: “EXTERNAL FACTORS AFFECTING THE ELECTROSTATIC DEPOSITION OF CHARGED DROPLETS ON PLANT LEAVES”
   • Authors: K AMAYA, A BAYAT
   • Conference: THE PRESENT SITUATION OF THE PESTICIDE APPLICATION BY THE ELECTROSTATIC SPRAYING METHOD FOR FRUIT TREES IN THE WORLD AND TURKEY PESTİSTLERİN MEYVE AĞAÇLARINA ELEKTROSTATİK …
   • Year: Not specified
   • Citations: Not specified
7. Publication Title: “The Effect of High Spraying Pressures, Electrode Location, and High Voltage Signal on the Induction Charging Efficiency of Spray Droplets”
   • Authors: K AMAYA, A BAYAT
   • Year: Not specified
   • Citations: Not specified