Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
S.V. National Institute of Technology, Surat
Accomplished academic with 24+ years of teaching and research experience. Recognized expert in AI/ML for thermal-fluid engineering, battery thermal management, advanced heat pipes, and microchannel heat sinks.
Accomplished academic with 24+ years of teaching and 2.8 years of industrial experience. I am a recognized expert in AI/ML for thermal-fluid engineering, battery thermal management, advanced heat pipes, Microchannel Heat Sink (MCHS) and cryogenics.
My research portfolio spans 33 SCI/Scopus-indexed journal papers with an average impact factor of 3.57, along with 74 international and national conference papers. I hold 3 utility patents and 10 registered designs, and have successfully executed 5 major funded projects worth ₹1.16 crore.
Beyond research, I have guided 4 PhD scholars (with 8 ongoing) and 51 M.Tech students (3 ongoing). I serve as a reviewer for 15+ international journals and have held key administrative roles including Associate Dean (Research & Consultancy) and Head of Career Development Cell.
Pioneering work at the intersection of thermal sciences, AI/ML, and sustainable energy systems.
Application of machine learning and neural networks for thermal performance prediction, optimization, and intelligent control of thermal systems.
Advanced cooling solutions for Li-ion batteries using loop heat pipes, microchannels, and hybrid systems for EV and hybrid applications.
Design and analysis of pulsating heat pipes, loop heat pipes, and cryogenic heat pipes with novel condenser configurations.
Flow boiling instability mitigation in MCHS using flow restrictors, variable channel widths, and advanced coolant formulations.
Cryogenic pulsating heat pipes for superconductor cooling, with investigations under varying gravity conditions.
Development and characterization of nanofluids and nano/micro-encapsulated PCM slurries for enhanced heat transfer.
Advanced CFD modeling of two-phase flows, Taylor bubble dynamics, and conjugate heat transfer in complex geometries.
Laser-tissue interaction studies and development of tissue phantoms for medical applications and thermal therapy.
A progressive journey through academia and industry.
Teaching, research supervision, and administrative leadership including Associate Dean (Research & Consultancy).
Advanced research in thermal-fluid systems, guided PhD scholars, and led multiple funded projects.
Established research laboratory, developed curriculum, and initiated research programs in heat transfer.
Teaching undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering and thermal sciences.
Operations and maintenance of industrial equipment and systems.
Utilities training in chemical and process industries.
Strong academic foundation in mechanical engineering.
Leading cutting-edge research with total funding of ₹1.16 crore.
3 utility patents granted, 1 patent application (hearing completed), and 10 registered designs protecting novel thermal engineering innovations.
Novel design for enhanced thermal performance in cooling applications
Innovative cooling method for cryogenic applications
Advanced thermal management system for battery applications
Innovative mechanism for flow boiling instability suppression
Novel stacked configuration for compact thermal management
Enhanced heat transfer through pin fin integration
Variable channel width design for optimized cooling
Tapered geometry for improved thermal performance
Specialized cooling system for EV battery stacks
Design innovation for unmanned aerial cargo systems
Cryogenic cooling system with novel condenser design
Electric vehicle design for racing applications
Integrated holder design for battery thermal management
Specialized holder for enhanced battery cooling
Complete list of 33 SCI/Scopus journal papers, 56 international and 18 national conference papers.
6 projects worth ₹18,03,400 across aviation, steel, aerospace, and energy sectors.
Surat Airport
Safex Industries
ESSAR Steel
Ajinkya, Vadodara
GAIL Hazira
AM/NS Steel Plant, Hazira
Acknowledged for academic excellence and research contributions.
FIE – Recognized for outstanding engineering contributions
Cape Town, South Africa · 2018
All India Rank 2740
Project proposal evaluation for national funding agency
15+ SCI indexed international journals
External examiner for various institutes
Administrative leadership roles and international research exposure across 7 countries.
Research & Consultancy
Training & Placement Cell
Right-to-Information Cell (RTI)
Student residential affairs
Institute Security System
Examination Departmental Coordinator
ICME2009 London, IHTC-17, FMFP
External examiner for various institutes
50+ expert lectures delivered
15+ conferences/workshops organized
Presented research across 7 countries at leading international conferences, fostering global academic collaborations.
New York, Washington DC, Buffalo, Chicago
London
Edmonton
Paris
Zurich
Pisa
Johannesburg, Cape Town
For research collaborations, consultancy, or academic inquiries.
Department of Mechanical Engineering, S.V. National Institute of Technology, Surat, Gujarat, India
Monday – Friday · 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
I welcome collaborations in thermal-fluid engineering, battery thermal management, AI/ML applications in engineering, and advanced heat transfer research. Feel free to reach out for academic partnerships, consultancy, or research discussions.
AI/ML · Battery Thermal Management · Heat Pipes · MCHS · Cryogenics · CFD · Nanofluids