Dr. KALYANI RADHA K | Modeling & Simulation | Best Researcher Award

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 |

 

 

 

 

Tayfun Abut | Methods and Algorithms | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof. Tayfun Abut | Methods and Algorithms | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Tayfun Abut, Mus Alparslan University, Turkey

Dr. Tayfun Abut is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Mus Alparslan University. He earned his Doctoral and Master’s degrees from Firat University, where he also completed his Bachelor’s degree. Dr. Abut has held various academic and leadership positions, including Vice Dean and Head of Major Department, contributing significantly to his institution’s academic and administrative functions. His research focuses on control systems, haptic teleoperation, and dynamic analysis of mechanical systems, with numerous publications in reputable journals. Dr. Abut’s work has earned him several honors, including the Highly Commended Paper Award from Emerald Publishing and TÜBİTAK’s Publication Incentive Awards. He is dedicated to continuous learning, actively participating in workshops and training to further his expertise.

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🎓 Educational Background:

Dr. Tayfun Abut earned his Doctoral degree from Firat University’s Institute of Science on March 10, 2022. He previously obtained a Master’s degree (Thesis) from the same institution on August 27, 2015, and completed his Bachelor’s degree on June 15, 2012. His academic journey has been rooted in Firat University, where he has built a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering.

💼 Experience:

Dr. Abut has a diverse range of academic positions. He started as a Research Assistant at Firat University’s Faculty of Engineering, specializing in Mechanical Theory and Dynamics. He continued his career at Mus Alparslan University, serving as a Research Assistant in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, focusing on System Dynamics and Control. Since August 5, 2022, Dr. Abut has been an Assistant Professor at Mus Alparslan University in the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

📚 Workshops and Training:

Dr. Abut’s work has been recognized with several honors and awards. Notably, he received the Highly Commended Paper Award from Emerald Publishing in 2020. He has also been awarded Publication Incentive Awards from TÜBİTAK in 2016 and 2017, highlighting his contributions to research and academic excellence.

🏅 Honors and Awards:

She has received several accolades, including the Outstanding Graduate Award from the School of International Education, Dalian University of Technology (2024), the DUT International Students Presidential Scholarship (full scholarship), and the Youth Star Award (2022). She also earned the Best Teacher Award for the 2018-2019 session from Sir Syed School, Wah Cantt, Pakistan, and a merit scholarship for her top performance in her MS and BS programs.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Real-time control and application with self-tuning PID-type fuzzy adaptive controller of an inverted pendulum
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 31
  • Haptic industrial robot control and bilateral teleoperation by using a virtual visual interface | Sanal bir görsel arayüz kullanarak haptik endüstriyel robot kontrolü ve iki yönlü teleoperasyon
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 6
  • Real-time control of bilateral teleoperation system with adaptive computed torque method
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 10
  • Haptic industrial robot control with variable time delayed bilateral teleoperation
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 18
  • Motion control in virtual reality based teleoperation system | Sanal Gerçeklik Tabanlı Teleoperasyon Sisteminde Hareket Kontrolü
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 2