Applied Research Centre for Sustainable Engineering

The Applied Research Centre for Sustainable Engineering is a multidisciplinary research team focused on engineering applied research. It conducts applied research and has expertise in the following areas:

• Clean Energy
• Subtractive and Additive Manufacturing (CNC, 3D Printing, …)
• Mechanics and Materials (Tensile Testing, Stress Strain Analysis, Product Prototyping)
• Advanced Modelling & Simulation (CAD modelling – CATIA, AutoCAD & SolidWorks, Static andDynamic Simulation – ANSYS, Vibration Analysis – ANSYS, Mechanical Design Optimisation,Product Development, Wind Tunnel Testing & Validation)
• Signals & Sensing (Sustainable Systems for Power Generation, Electric Machines, ConditionMonitoring for Rotating Machines, Electrical Insulation Degradation Analysis)

The Applied Research Centre for Sustainable Engineering at Bahrain Polytechnic currently operates several specialized laboratories that support its multidisciplinary research agenda. Among these are the Engineering Clean Energy Research Lab, which benefits from sponsorship by Foulath Group and focuses on advancing renewable energy solutions; the Materials and Manufacturing Research Lab, dedicated to exploring innovative materials and modern manufacturing processes; and the Engineering Fab Lab, which provides a creative environment for digital fabrication and prototyping. Together, these labs foster hands-on experimentation, industry collaboration, and the development of practical solutions to address real-world engineering challenges.

Existing ARC-SE Research labs

Engineering Clean Energy Research Lab (Sponsored by Foulath Group)

A critical step in addressing climate change is to transition to renewable energy sources: to step back from unsustainable energy that produces damaging greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). The SDG must be embedded in the Universities curriculum in order to prepare graduates able to produce sustainable solutions for their companies once they are employed. This research lab provides opportunities to new researchers to work on green energy systems applications and explore ways of a better future for the society.

Materials and Manufacturing Research Lab

The manufacturing processes have been developed rapidly during the last decades utilizing the automation, digital applications and AI. This laboratory brings unique opportunities to the researchers to work in applications that are related to the recent advances in industrial manufacturing processes applying new techniques and optimizing CNC and 3d printing technologies for sustainable and cost-efficient solutions

Engineering Fab Lab

A Fab Lab, or digital fabrication laboratory, is a place to play, to to create, to learn, to mentor, to invent: a place for learning and innovation. Fab Labs provide access to the environment, the skills, the materials and the advanced technology to allow anyone anywhere to make (almost) anything.

The Fab Lab Network is an open creative community of fabricators, artists, scientists, engineers, educators, students, amateurs and professionals located in more than 100 countries and 1,750 Fab Labs across the globe.

Digital fabrication is allowing researchers from different disciplines to transform their ideas and create fascinating objects based on the customer needs developing cost efficient and sustainable solutions. The researchers can work together in optimizing fabrication techniques from the design phase to the last step of the final production of an object based on the requirements. A Fab Lab is a facility equipped with various digital fabrication tools that can be used to prototype and create physical objects.

Planned ARC-SE Research Labs

Robotics Research Lab (in partnership with the Applied Research Centre for Smart Technologies)

The Robotics Research Lab is dedicated to advancing the field of intelligent automation and robotics, with a focus on developing solutions that address real-world industrial and societal challenges. This lab provides a collaborative environment where researchers, students, and industry partners can design, prototype, and test robotic systems for applications ranging from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and smart cities. Leveraging cutting-edge technologies in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and sensor integration, the lab fosters innovation in autonomous systems, human-robot interaction, and adaptive control. By embedding robotics into the curriculum and research agenda, the lab prepares graduates to lead in the rapidly evolving landscape of automation and digital transformation.

The Robotics Research Lab specializes in the design, prototyping, and testing of intelligent robotic systems for industrial, healthcare, and smart city applications. It fosters innovation in automation, human-robot interaction, and adaptive control, preparing graduates for leadership in digital transformation.

Sustainable Construction Material Research lab

The Sustainable Construction Material Research Lab is committed to pioneering the development and analysis of innovative materials that promote environmental, economic, and social sustainability in the construction sector. Researchers in this lab explore new materials and technologies for building and infrastructure projects, aiming to reduce carbon footprints, enhance energy efficiency, and improve durability. The lab serves as a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together experts in engineering, materials science, and architecture to address the challenges of sustainable development. Through hands-on experimentation and industry partnerships, the lab supports the creation of solutions that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and prepare graduates to drive sustainability in their future careers.

This lab pioneers the development and analysis of innovative, eco-friendly materials for construction, aiming to reduce environmental impact and enhance building performance. It supports interdisciplinary research and industry collaboration for sustainable development.

Chemical Engineering Research Lab

The Chemical Engineering Research Lab focuses on advancing chemical processes and technologies that contribute to industrial innovation and environmental stewardship. This laboratory offers researchers the opportunity to work on projects related to process optimization, renewable energy, waste treatment, and the development of sustainable chemical products. Equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation, the lab enables experimentation in areas such as reaction engineering, materials synthesis, and process control. By integrating academic research with industry needs, the lab supports the development of solutions that address pressing challenges in energy, manufacturing, and resource management, while providing students with practical skills for careers in chemical engineering and related fields.

Focused on advancing chemical processes and sustainable technologies, this lab enables research in process optimization, renewable energy, and waste treatment, equipping students with practical skills for industry and innovation.

Existing ARC-SE Research Groups

Renewable Energy and Carbon Abatement Technologies Research Group

The Renewable Energy and Carbon Abatement Technologies Research Group is dedicated to advancing the science and application of sustainable energy solutions and carbon reduction strategies. The group brings together experts in engineering, environmental science, and policy to address the urgent challenges of climate change and energy transition. Research activities focus on the development, optimization, and deployment of renewable energy systems—including solar, wind, and bioenergy—as well as innovative technologies for carbon capture, utilization, and storage. By collaborating with industry partners and government agencies, the group aims to deliver high-impact research that supports Bahrain’s national sustainability goals and contributes to global efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Materials, Design and Manufacturing Research Group

The Materials, Design and Manufacturing Research Group is committed to pioneering research in advanced materials, innovative design methodologies, and modern manufacturing processes. This multidisciplinary team explores the development and characterization of new materials, the integration of digital design tools, and the optimization of manufacturing techniques such as additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and automation. The group works closely with industry to address practical challenges in sectors ranging from healthcare and transportation to energy and construction. Through hands-on experimentation and collaborative projects, the group aims to enhance product performance, sustainability, and cost-efficiency, preparing graduates to lead in the evolving landscape of industrial innovation.

Energy Harvesting and Machinery Reliability Monitoring Research Group

The Energy Harvesting and Machinery Reliability Monitoring (EH-MRM) Research Group is a newly established team of researchers in the School of Engineering at Bahrain Polytechnic who are dedicated to advancing the science and technology of energy harvesting and machinery reliability monitoring. Our group consists of researchers from different disciplines and backgrounds, who share a common passion for advancing the field of energy harvesting and machinery reliability monitoring. We collaborate with industry partners and academic institutions to conduct cuttingedge research and deliver high-impact outcomes.

Sustainable Construction Materials Research Group

The Sustainable Construction Materials Research Group aims to explore, investigate, analyse and develop innovative materials used for construction of various types of buildings and infrastructures. The said materials are intended to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, which emphasize that development must balance social, economic and environmental sustainability. Sustainability, as defined by the United Nations Brundtland Commission, is meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

As buildings and infrastructures are composed of different components and sub-components, where these components and sub-components are in turn constructed using different materials, different innovative materials, that could contribute to the social, economic and environmental sustainability,could be explored, investigated, analysed and developed.

Types of building include residential building, such as family houses, villas, flats and hotels; educational building, such as schools, colleges and universities; institutional building, such as nursing homes; assembly building such as exhibition halls, museums, restaurants and gymnasiums; business building such as banks, offices, shops and stores; industrial building such as gas plants and refineries; storage building such as warehouse and coldstorage; and hazardous building such as nuclear power stations and oil refining buildings.

Types of infrastructure include aviation infrastructure such as airports and air traffic control; telecommunications infrastructure such as mobile network towers and radio broadcasting systems; bridges; energy infrastructure such as electric power grid networks and gas pipelines; railways; roadways; water infrastructure such as main water lines, pumping stations, treatment plants, septic tanks and stormwater drains; waste management infrastructure such as landfills, treatment plants, recycling facilities and storage facilities; and recreation facilities such as public parks, playgrounds, public beaches, historical sites, nature reserves and public parking areas.