Dr. Omprakash B | Mechanical Engg.Dept., JNTUA CEA | India
Dr. B. Omprakash is an accomplished Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) in the Mechanical Engineering Department at JNTUA College of Engineering, Anantapuramu, India. With a Ph.D. in experimental investigations on glow plug hot surface ignition using alcohol-based fuels, he has made significant contributions to thermal engineering and alternative fuels. His research spans CFD analysis, heat transfer, and energy storage systems. Recognized with prestigious awards like the State Level Best Mechanical Engineering Teacher (2024) and Best Teacher Award (2023), Dr. Omprakash actively leads funded research projects and has published extensively in SCI journals. His work advances mechanical engineering and sustainability. 🔬🔥
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. B. Omprakash is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his impactful contributions to mechanical engineering, particularly in thermal engineering, alternative fuels, and energy storage systems. His research on glow plug hot surface ignition using alcohol-based fuels addresses critical challenges in sustainable energy solutions, making his work highly relevant to both academia and industry.
Education & Experience 🎓👨🏫
- 🏅 Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – JNT University Anantapur (2016)
Thesis: Experimental Investigations on Glow Plug Hot Surface Ignition C.I. Engine Using Alcohols as Fuel
- 👨🏫 Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) – JNTUA College of Engineering, Anantapuramu (2011 – Present)
- Basic Pay: ₹98,200/- (Current: ₹1,31,000/- as of Feb 2024)
- Expertise in CFD Analysis, Heat Transfer, Alternative Fuels, and Thermal Engineering
Professional Development📚🔍
Dr. B. Omprakash has consistently contributed to mechanical engineering through innovative research, mentorship, and academic leadership. As an educator, he integrates theoretical and practical applications, ensuring students gain hands-on experience in thermal sciences, alternative fuels, and CFD modeling. He has successfully secured government-funded research projects focusing on energy storage and solar-powered systems. His commitment extends beyond academia through collaborations with national and international researchers. By actively publishing in SCI-indexed journals and presenting at reputed conferences, Dr. Omprakash enhances the knowledge base of mechanical engineering, inspiring young minds toward innovation and sustainability. 🌍🛠️
Research Focus🔬⚙️
Dr. B. Omprakash’s research is centered on thermal sciences, alternative fuels, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and renewable energy systems. His studies explore the optimization of heat flow, engine performance, and sustainable fuel alternatives. He has worked extensively on phase change materials (PCMs), magnetic field applications in machining, and energy-efficient engine designs. His projects, funded by SERB, Government of India, aim to develop eco-friendly energy storage solutions and solar-powered mechanized vehicles. Through experimental validation and numerical simulations, he contributes to the advancement of green technologies and high-performance mechanical systems, bridging the gap between research and industrial application. 🌱⚡
Awards & Honors 🏅🎖
- 🏆 State Level Best Mechanical Engineering Teacher – Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) (2024)
- 🏅 Best Teacher Award – SR Educational Society, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India (2023)
Publication Top Notes:
🔬 Experimental examination of CI engine fueled with various blends of diesel-apricot oil at different engine operating conditions – SM Karishma, A Dasore, U Rajak, TN Verma, KP Rao, B Omprakash | 📖 Materials Today: Proceedings 49, 307-310 🔗 Cited by: 28
💡 Hybrid solar lightning system for home lightning – SB Mohan, B Omprakash | 📖 Materials Today: Proceedings 🔗 Cited by: 3
🔥 Performance Evaluation Of A Ceramic Coated With Air Insulated Four Stroke Diesel Engine – R Ganapathi, BD Prasad, B Omprakash | 📖 International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology 3 (5), 1858-1862 🔗 Cited by: 3
⚙️ Evaluation of mechanical behaviour of aluminium 2024 composites with boron nitride – K Srikhar, B Omprakash | 📖 Materials Today: Proceedings 🔗 Cited by: 1
🚗 Effect of exhaust gas recirculation on the performance and emission characteristics of diesel engine with hydrogen fuel and nano additives – R Jayaram, B Omprakash | 📖 Materials Today: Proceedings 🔗 Cited by: 1