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Research Interests
This body of work presents a cohesive program aimed at enhancing performance, safety, and efficiency across engineered systems in mobility, agriculture, energy, and manufacturing. The studies integrate design, simulation, and experimentation to (1) strengthen and reduce vibration in electric go-kart chassis using SolidWorks and ANSYS with validation on an urban circuit, (2) automate and rationalize post-harvest handling in tomato production through a size/weight classification machine guided by producer input and feasibility analysis, (3) optimize hydraulic ram pump performance via multi-valve impulse configurations using ANSYS Fluent, achieving substantial efficiency gains, (4) advance precision alignment tooling for horizontally coupled machines with 3D-printed hardware and proximity sensor electronics plus a universal web interface for real-time monitoring, and (5) model diffusion of non-conventional renewables in Ecuador with System Dynamics, highlighting incentive structures (feed-in tariffs and tradable certificates) as key drivers of adoption, plus a dairy lactose grinding optimization demonstrating energy and material savings through process parameter tuning and advanced media (Cylpebs). Collectively, the research advances practical engineering solutions and policy-relevant insights, emphasizing integrative methodologies, validation through experiments or simulations, and life-cycle or market impact considerations.
Key Topics:
- Materials Science, Manufacturing & Additive/Subtractive Processes
- Optimization, Operations Research & Decision Support
- Control Systems, Automation & Industrial Control (SCADA/PLC)
- Sensors, Instrumentation & Measurement Systems
- Energy Systems, Renewable Energy & Microgrids
- Smart Grids, IoT, Edge/Fog & Industry 4.0
- Agriculture, Precision Farming, Food Systems & Agroecology
- Standards, Validation, Benchmarks & Measurement Best-Practice
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Development of Agricultural Equipment for Soil Tillage in Family Agroecosystems of the Southern Sierra of Ecuador with Environmental Conservation Criteria
Loyola Illescas, J. G. (PI), Reinoso Avecillas, F. Z. (Col), Naidiuk, O. L. (PI), Jara Cobos, N. G. (Col), Reinoso Zhindon, D. A. (Student), Espinoza Zambrano, E. J. (Student), Garcia Granda, C. O. (Student), Farfán Chicaiza, A. S. (Student), Ugalde Vazquez, S. A. (Student) & Rodriguez Brito, J. D. (Student)
21/09/23 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Application and Evaluation of the Gait Cycle of a Motor Assistance Exoskeleton Robot in Patients with Lower Limb Mobility Loss Through Telemetry
Reinoso Avecillas, F. Z. (Col), Amaya Pinos, M. E. (PI), Castel Tapia, J. (Col), Calle Arevalo, L. A. (Col), Urgiles Rojas, A. G. (Student), Vicuña Palomeque, J. A. (Student), Ortega Tacuri, M. E. (Student), Argudo Ucho, L. M. (Student) & Patiño Mejia, M. S. (Student)
9/12/21 → …
Project: Research and Development
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Development of a Guided and Autonomous Mobile Robot for Sanitization of Hallways and Public Pedestrian Spaces
Reinoso Avecillas, F. Z. (Col), Amaya Pinos, M. E. (Col), Castel Tapia, J. (Col), Calle Arevalo, L. A. (PI), Calle Sarmiento, C. V. (Student), Chacha Yumbla, A. E. (Student), Sanchez Tapia, J. C. (Student), Pizarro Barrera, E. J. (Student) & Zumba Arichavala, J. D. (Student)
15/07/20 → …
Project: Research and Development
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System Dynamics Model for Analyzing the Influence of Technological Indicators Leading to a Decrease in Electricity Consumption of Domestic Refrigerators
Reinoso Avecillas, F. Z. (Col) & Jara Cobos, N. G. (PI)
2/03/17 → 27/05/21
Project: Research and Development
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Decision-Making Model for Investment in Geothermal Power Plants: Ecuador Case Study
29/05/15 → 26/10/17
Project: Research and Development
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CFD Analysis of the Effect of Geometric Modifications in the Furnace and Flue Pipes on Heat Transfer in a Pyrotubular Boiler
Jara Salto, D., Reinoso Avecillas, F. & Jara Cobos, N., 2026, In: Journal of Fluid Flow, Heat and Mass Transfer. 13, p. 140-156 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Development of a Signal Acquisition and Processing System to Determine the Operating Characteristic Curve of Domestic Refrigerators Axial Fans
Ordóñez, E., Jara, N., Reinoso, F. & Cevallos, J., 2026, Smart Technologies, Systems and Applications - 4th International Conference, SmartTech-IC 2024, Revised Selected Papers. Narváez, F. R., Villa, M. N. & Díaz, G. M. (eds.). Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, p. 165-177 13 p. (Communications in Computer and Information Science; vol. 2392 CCIS).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
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Desarrollo y Aplicación de un Dispositivo de Alineación de Ejes con Sondas de Proximidad de Alta Precisión: Un Enfoque Innovador Basado en Transductores
Translated title of the contribution :Development and Application of a Shaft Alignment Device with High-Precision Proximity Probes: An Innovative Approach Based on Transducers Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Diseño de una Clasificadora y Pesadora de Tomate Riñón
Translated title of the contribution :Design of a Kidney Tomato Sorter and Weigher Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper
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Estudio Mediante Simulación del Efecto Hidrodinámico del Número de Válvulas de Impulso en las Características Operativas de una Bomba de Ariete Hidráulico
Translated title of the contribution :Study Through Simulation of the Hydrodynamic Effect of the Number of Impulse Valves on the Operating Characteristics of a Hydraulic Ram Pump Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper