Entrant Profile

Oluwatoyin Joseph Gbadeyan

Location: Durban, KwaZulu Natal South Africa


Company: Durban University of technolog


Profession: Student


Number of times previously entering contest: 1


Favorite design and analysis tools: The braking performance analysis using a dynamometer.

Hobbies and activities: Research and development of new material

Online communities: Research gate

Inspired by: Brake friction materials have evolved significantly over the years. They've gone from asbestos to organic to semi-metallic formulations. These materials have proven to have advantages and disadvantages regarding environmental friendliness, wear, noise, and stopping capability. This has increased research and focus on finding suitable material for brake pad application.