University of Moratuwa
Thermal Modelling of Li-ion Batteries
Thermal analysis of lithium-ion cells manufactured from Sri Lankan graphite for EV applications.
Mechanical Engineer · Space Researcher
Hello, I'mDasuniHewawasam
Bridging mechanical engineering, thermal science, and the frontiers of space — through teaching, research, and international collaboration.
22+
Publications
12+
Research Projects
8
Countries Presented
6
Awards & Grants
Currently
MPhil, Mech. Eng.
SGAC
NPoC Sri Lanka
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01About
An academic shaping thermal science and the future of space.
I'm an academic and researcher with teaching and research experience across Mechanical Engineering and Physics — from course coordination and assessment design to mentoring undergraduates and moderating national examinations. My research spans thermal modelling of lithium-ion batteries, nanosatellite subsystems, and international space law and policy.
Beyond the lecture hall I contribute to global initiatives with the Space Generation Advisory Council, the International Space Robotics Society, and the Deep Space Initiative — publishing at the IAC and building bridges for emerging space nations across the Asia Pacific.
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MPhil (Reading)
Mechanical Engineering, University of Moratuwa
Diploma (Reading)
Astronomy, University of Colombo
BSc (Hons)
Physics, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
02Experience
Teaching and course leadership across institutions.
Jul 2025 – Oct 2025
Visiting Instructor — Heat Transfer
University of Moratuwa
Oct 2024 – May 2025
Lecturer & Course Coordinator
LG Abans Learning Academy (NVQ L3/L4)
Feb 2024
Final Exam Paper Moderator
Ocean University of Sri Lanka
Feb 2023 – Jul 2023
Visiting Instructor — Manufacturing & Energy
University of Moratuwa
May 2021 – Dec 2021
Assistant Lecturer — Physics
South Eastern University of Sri Lanka
03Research & Projects
Selected projects across earth and orbit.
Arthur C. Clarke Institute
Helmholtz Cage for Nanosatellite ADCS
Designed and simulated a Helmholtz cage to reproduce orbital magnetic fields for CubeSat ground testing.
Deep Space Initiative, Colorado
Nuclear Propulsion for Deep Space
Analyzed technical feasibility and legal frameworks for nuclear-powered deep-space propulsion.
Research appointments
Mar 2026 – Present
Space Law & Policy Project
Space Generation Advisory Council, Vienna
Jan 2022 – Present
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Moratuwa
Nov 2024 – Feb 2025
Research Coordinator — World's Biggest Analog
WBA
Feb 2023 – Feb 2024
Researcher — Deep Space Initiative
Colorado
Awards & grants
2024
Best Oral Presentation Award
5th CINEC International Research Symposium (CIRS) 2024
2023
Asia Pacific Space Leaders Award
Space Generation Advisory Council, Vienna
2022–2025
SRC Grant Scholarship
University of Moratuwa (SRC/CAP/ST/2021/02)
2020–2021
Astronautics Academy Scholarship
Mars-Moon Astronautics Academy, California
04Publications
Featured international publications.
- 01
Cloud-driven coastal surveillance: Scalable tools for remote ocean governance — GLOC 2026 (Accepted)
- 02
A satellite-IoT framework for coral reef health monitoring in SIDS — GLOC 2026 (Accepted)
- 03
Ethical considerations of AI-driven decision-making in space exploration — IAC 2025, Sydney
- 04
The role of modular space stations in the future of human spaceflight — IAC 2025, Sydney
- 05
Reframing space law for nuclear propulsion in deep space — IAC 2024, Milan
- 06
Advancing small satellite capabilities in the Asia Pacific — IAC 2024, Milan
- 07
SmallSat Launch Services in the Asia Pacific — IAC 2023, Baku
- 08
Bottom-up cost modeling of lithium-ion battery cells for EVs — MERCon 2022
05Let's connect
Building the future, together.
Open to research collaborations, guest lectures, speaking, and space-sector projects.
duzhewawasam@gmail.com Gampaha, Sri Lanka