Dr. Kalyani Radha K | Modeling & Simulation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kalyani Radha K | Mechanical Engineering, JNTUA College of Engineering | India

Dr. K. Kalyani Radha is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at JNTUA College of Engineering, Ananthapuramu, India. With over 15 years of teaching experience, she specializes in Thermal Engineering, IC Engines, Heat Transfer, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, CFD, and Modeling & Simulation. She has mentored multiple Ph.D. scholars and currently supervises several research projects. As a Principal Investigator, she leads a SERB SURE-funded project on a solar-powered mechanized vehicle for defense applications. Beyond academics, Dr. Radha is actively involved in administrative roles, student associations, and research initiatives, making significant contributions to mechanical engineering. 🚀🔬

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Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. K. Kalyani Radha is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her extensive contributions to Mechanical Engineering, particularly in Thermal Engineering, IC Engines, Heat Transfer, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Modeling & Simulation. With over 15 years of teaching experience, she has shaped the next generation of engineers and researchers through mentorship and academic leadership.

🎓 Education & Experience

B.E. (Mechanical Engineering) 🏗️ – CBIT (OU), Hyderabad
M.Tech (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) ❄️ – JNTUACE, Anantapur
Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering) 🎓 – IST, JNTU, Hyderabad
Teaching Experience 📚 – 15 years in academia
Research Supervision 🏆 – 1 Ph.D. completed, 3 ongoing
Principal Investigator 🔍 – SERB SURE-funded project on mechanized vehicle for defense applications

📈 Professional Development

Dr. K. Kalyani Radha has played a crucial role in mechanical engineering research and education. As a Ph.D. mentor, she has guided scholars in thermal management, refrigeration, and IC engine performance optimization. She has published 74 international journal papers, focusing on energy efficiency, alternative fuels, and heat transfer enhancements. She serves as a BOS Chairman at JNTUA and actively participates in IQAC, student associations, and placement coordination. Dr. Radha has also contributed to entrepreneurship development and served as a Deputy Controller of Examinations, showcasing her leadership in academic administration. 🏅📖🔬

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. K. Kalyani Radha’s research spans Thermal Engineering, IC Engines, Heat Transfer, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Modeling & Simulation. Her studies focus on alternative fuels, energy-efficient refrigeration systems, and heat transfer enhancement techniques. She has worked extensively on low heat rejection engines, vegetable oil-based fuels, and solar energy applications. Additionally, she leads experimental investigations on lithium battery thermal management and vapor compression refrigeration system optimization. Through her work, she aims to develop sustainable energy solutions and advanced cooling systems, benefiting both automotive and defense sectors. 🌱⚙️🔥❄️

🏆 Awards & Honors

Principal Investigator 🏅 – SERB SURE-funded project (₹11,90,750)
BOS Chairman 🎓 – JNTUA College of Engineering, Ananthapuramu
Published 74 International Journals 📖 – Contributions to thermal engineering & alternative fuels
Deputy Warden & Placement Officer 🏫 – JNTUA Shilpa Hostel & Mechanical Engg. Dept.
ISTE Coordinator 🏆 – Led student chapters & development programs
Deputy Controller of Examinations 🏅 – Oversaw academic assessments

Publication Top Notes:

🔥 Enhancement of heat transfer using varying width twisted tape inserts – SN Sarada, AVSR Raju, KK Radha, LS Sunder | International Journal of Engineering, Science and Technology 2 (6) | 📖 225 citations |

⚙️ Optimization of injection pressure for a compression ignition engine with cotton seed oil as an alternate fuel – SN Sarada, M Shailaja, AVSR Raju, KK Radha | International Journal of Engineering, Science and Technology 2 (6) | 📖 49 citations |

🔥 Experimental investigations in a circular tube to enhance turbulent heat transfer using mesh inserts – S Naga Sarada, KK Radha, AVS Raju | ARPN Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences 4 (5), 53-60 | 📖 38 citations |

🚗 Performance and emission characteristics of CI engine operated on vegetable oils as alternate fuels – KK Radha, SN Sarada, K Rajagopal, EL Nagesh | International Journal of Automotive and Mechanical Engineering 4, 414-427 | 📖 36 citations |

🌿 Performance and emission of VCR-CI engine with palm kernel and eucalyptus blends – BN Banoth, KR Kadavakollu | Perspectives in Science 8, 195-197 | 📖 24 citations |

Dr. Majeed Ahmad Yousif | Numerical Methods Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Majeed Ahmad Yousif, University of Zakho, Iraq

Dr. Majeed Ahmad Yousif is a dedicated researcher and lecturer in Mathematics at the University of Zakho in Duhok, Iraq, where he has been contributing to academia since October 25, 2011. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematics at the same institution, Dr. Yousif focuses his research on Numerical Differential Equations, Numerical Methods, Numerical Fluid Mechanics, Non-polynomial spline methods, and Numerical Fractional Differential Equations. His scholarly work aims to advance computational techniques for solving intricate mathematical problems, particularly in fluid mechanics and differential equations, making notable contributions to the field of numerical analysis.

💼 Employment:

Dr. Majeed Ahmad Yousif has been a dedicated Lecturer in Mathematics at the University of Zakho in Duhok, Iraq, since October 25, 2011. With over a decade of experience in academia, he has contributed significantly to the university’s educational mission, imparting knowledge and fostering intellectual growth among students. Dr. Yousif’s commitment to mathematics education underscores his passion for teaching and his role in shaping the next generation of scholars in Iraq.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Majeed Ahmad Yousif is a distinguished researcher specializing in Numerical Differential Equations, Numerical Methods, Numerical Fluid Mechanics, Non-polynomial spline methods, and Numerical Fractional Differential Equations. His expertise lies in advancing computational techniques to solve complex mathematical problems, particularly in fluid mechanics and differential equations. Dr. Yousif’s research contributions have significantly impacted the field of numerical analysis, emphasizing innovative approaches to enhance accuracy and efficiency in computational modeling and simulations.

Publication Top Note:

Title: Efficient Simulation of Time-Fractional Korteweg-de Vries Equation via Conformable-Caputo Non-Polynomial Spline Method

Date: 2024-06-26

Title: A Computational Study of Time-Fractional Gas Dynamics Models by Means of Conformable Finite Difference Method

Date: 2024-06-19

Title: On Multiple-Type Wave Solutions for the Nonlinear Coupled Time-Fractional Schrödinger Model

Date: 2024-05-03

Title: The Fractional Non-Polynomial Spline Method: Precision and Modeling Improvements

Date: 2024-04

Title: Some New Fractional Inequalities Defined Using cr-Log-h-Convex Functions and Applications

Date: 2024-04-01