S Zulkifli, E Al-Khateeb, S Saini, A Anjang (2025). Simulation framework of multi-rotor drone propeller scattering parameters for low-altitude radar systems. IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, 40(2), 14-27. Q1 Journal
Senior Lecturer / Researcher
Dr. Safiah binti Zulkifli
School of Aerospace Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Office: Room 2.42
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Phone: Ext. 5946
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Research Background
Dr. Safiah binti Zulkifli is a dedicated academic and core researcher at the School of Aerospace Engineering, Universiti Sains Malaysia, serving as a Lecturer since October 2021. She completed her early undergraduate training with a B.Eng. in Aerospace Engineering (Honours) from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) before achieving an M.Sc. in Engineering Mathematics from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). She later received her Ph.D. in Radar Systems from Cranfield University, United Kingdom, where her breakthrough doctoral research centered on the development of a K-band FMCW flexible radar prototype for the high-fidelity detection and classification of nano-drones. Her technical capabilities highlight radar signal processing, counter-UAV mechanics, and aerospace electronic defense tracking.
Research Grants & Project Leadership
- Project Leader: "Elucidating the Multiple Scattering Points of Propeller Blades and Their Effect on Micro-Doppler Signatures for Optimal Detection of Multiple Drones" — Funded with RM 153,368.00 under the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), running from October 2023 to September 2026.
- Project Leader: "Investigation of Micro-Doppler Signature Induced by Multi-Rotor Drones under Hovering Condition" — Funded with RM 38,900.00 from June 2022 to May 2024.
Recent Publications
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S Zulkifli, A Kinghorn, C Clemente (2023). Development of a K-band FMCW flexible radar prototype for the detection and classification of nano-drones. IET Radar, Sonar & Navigation, 17(4), 612-625. Q2 Journal
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S Zulkifli, C Clemente (2022). Micro-Doppler signature investigation of hovering multi-rotor drones using high-frequency radar instrumentation. 2022 IEEE Radar Conference (RadarConf22). Conference Proceeding
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S Zulkifli, MZM Pauzi, S Harwani (2021). Characterizing radar cross section anomalies of custom pusher-configuration micro air structures. Journal of Aerospace Technology and Management, 13, e3221. Scopus Indexed
Education Background
PhD in Radar Systems
Cranfield University, United Kingdom
M.Sc. in Engineering Mathematics
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
B.Eng. Aerospace Engineering (Honours)
International Islamic University Malaysia
Research Interests
Radar Technology & Systems
Micro-Doppler Signature Extraction
Nano-UAV & Drone Detection
K-Band FMCW Prototyping
Propulsion Test Frameworks
Profiles & Direct Identifiers
Google Scholar
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ORCID ID
0000-0003-4063-0894
Scopus ID
57218824157
Researcher ID
CAH-5778-2022