Banumathi S | Engineering and Technology | Women Researcher Award

Dr Banumathi S, M.Kumarasamy College of Engineering, India

Dr. Banumathi S. is a distinguished academic and researcher in Electrical Engineering ⚡, serving as a Professor at M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering with over 26 years of experience 🏫. She earned her Ph.D. from Anna University, Chennai 🎓. Dr. Banumathi has published 28 research papers 📚, including 11 in SCIE journals, and authored a Scopus-indexed book chapter. Her innovative contributions include 4 granted patents and 7 published patents 🧑‍🔬. A mentor for multiple funded projects 💡, she has guided Ph.D. scholars and contributed significantly to sustainable technologies 🌍 and advanced energy applications ⚙️.

Publication Profile

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Academic Achievements

Dr. Banumathi earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Anna University in 2015 and holds an M.E. in Power Electronics and Drives with First Class distinction (82%) 🎓⚡. With a stellar career spanning over 26 years in academia 📚, she has made significant contributions to teaching, research, and mentoring young minds 🌟. Currently, she serves as a Professor at M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering 🏫, inspiring future engineers with her expertise in electrical systems and power electronics 🔌⚙️. Her dedication to education and innovation continues to shape the next generation of technology leaders. 💡📈

Research Excellence

Dr. Banumathi has made notable contributions to sustainable technologies, electrical insulation materials, and green energy solutions ⚡🌱. She has published 28 journal papers, including SCIE and Scopus-indexed articles 📚✨, and authored a book chapter 📖. Her research has been presented at prestigious IEEE conferences 🌐, showcasing her expertise in innovative energy solutions. With 138 citations on Scopus and 171 on Google Scholar 📊📈, her work has gained significant recognition and impact. Dr. Banumathi’s dedication to advancing sustainable technologies and green energy underscores her commitment to building a cleaner, more sustainable future 🌍💡.

Experience

Dr. Banumathi S., a distinguished educator, boasts a remarkable 28 years of teaching experience in electrical and electronics engineering. She currently serves as a Professor at M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering, Karur, since 2016, contributing 8.7 years of expertise 🌟📚. Previously, she was an Associate Professor and Head at King College of Technology, Namakkal, for 5.10 years 🏫✨. Her journey includes roles as an Assistant Professor at Selvam College of Technology (1.11 years), HOD/EEE at PGP Polytechnic College (7.2 years), and Lecturer at M.P.N.M.J Polytechnic (2.9 years) 🛠️🎓. Dr. Banumathi’s dedication inspires countless students 💡🙌.

Achievements

Dr. Banumathi S is a distinguished researcher with 15 journal publications, including SCI/E, WoS, and Scopus-indexed papers 📚✨. She holds Anna University Supervisor Recognition and has successfully guided one Ph.D. scholar, with two more in progress 🎓. Her innovative contributions include 4 granted patents and 7 published patents 💡📜. As a subject expert, she supported the AICTE MODROB-Rural Scheme (2019-2020) and mentors two MSME IdeaHackathon projects worth ₹12.75 lakhs 💼🚀. Dr. Banumathi authored a Scopus-indexed book chapter and a book 📖. She has organized national and international conferences 🌏, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence.

Research Focus

Dr. Banumathi’s research focuses on advanced materials and technologies for electrical and energy applications ⚡🔬. Her work spans photocatalytic materials, green synthesis of nanoparticles 🌱🧪, and innovative dielectric mediums, including vegetable oils 🌿🛢️ and biopolymers, for high-voltage insulation. She explores partial discharge characteristics, aging effects, and breakdown strengths of alternative insulating mediums, contributing to sustainable and efficient energy systems 🌍🔋. Her studies on supercapacitors and microgrid energy management highlight her multidisciplinary approach. Through cutting-edge investigations in material science and electrical engineering, Dr. Banumathi significantly advances sustainable energy solutions and dielectric innovations. 📈⚙️💡

Publication Top Notes

Rapid sun-light driven photocatalytic functions of 3D rGO/ZnO/Ag heterostructures via improved charge transfer kinetics

Green Synthesis of ZnMn₂O₄ Nanoparticles for Supercapacitor Applications

Analysis of Breakdown Strength and Physical Characteristics of Vegetable Oils for High Voltage Insulation Applications

Analysis of Partial Discharge Characteristics of Olive and Castor Oil as Dielectric Medium for HV Applications

Investigation of dielectric and mechanical properties of Lignocellulosic Rice Husk Fibril for high and medium voltage electrical insulation applications

Investigations on PD characteristics of vegetable oils for high voltage applications

Power Management For Pv-Wind And Hybrid Energy Storage Integrated Micro Grid

João Luiz do Vale | Engineering and Technology | Best Researcher Award

Dr João Luiz do Vale, UTFPR, Brazil

João Luiz do Vale, born on June 24, 1980, in Curitiba/PR, Brazil, is an accomplished mechanical engineer specializing in tribology and materials engineering 🌟. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (UTFPR) 🎓, where he is a dedicated professor 🧑‍🏫. With extensive experience in the metal-mechanical industry, João has contributed significantly to research on surface treatments and the tribological behavior of cast irons, as well as the application of finite element methods in machine elements 🛠️.

Education

From 2014 to 2016, He pursued a PhD in Mechanical and Materials Engineering at the Federal University of Technology – Paraná (UTFPR), Curitiba, Brazil, focusing on the influence of cast iron microstructure on folded metal occurrence and the tribological behavior of honed surfaces 🏫. My dissertation, supervised by Giuseppe Pintaude with co-advisor Carlos Henrique da Silva, emphasized friction, wear, and honing 📚. Prior, He completed a Master’s degree (2013-2014) on the tribological behavior of PTFE sliding against stainless steel without lubrication, also at UTFPR, under Carlos Henrique da Silva’s guidance 🛠️. Since 2014, I’ve been a full-time professor at UTFPR, teaching courses such as Technical Drawing and Mechanical Elements 📐👨‍🏫.

Research focus

João Luiz do Vale’s research primarily focuses on tribology, the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of interacting surfaces in relative motion. His work encompasses a variety of applications, including the performance of lubricants, the tribological behavior of different materials, and the impact of additives. He has extensively studied the friction coefficients, wear resistance, and tribological properties of materials like graphite and bronze-filled PTFE, as well as cast irons used in cylinder liners. His research contributes to improving material performance and durability in mechanical systems, particularly in automotive and industrial applications. 🛠️🧪🔍