Kiran Bhaskar | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kiran Bhaskar | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Controls Engineer, Wabtec Corporation, United States

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar is an accomplished researcher and engineer specializing in battery systems and electrification. Holding a Ph.D. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University (GPA 3.98/4), he has contributed significantly to the modeling, fault detection, and optimization of lithium-ion battery systems. Dr. Bhaskar has co-authored impactful publications in Applied Energy and IEEE Transactions on Transportation Electrification. As a Controls Engineer at Wabtec Corporation, he focuses on energy management for hybrid locomotives. With extensive technical expertise in MATLAB, Simulink, and Python, he excels in developing innovative solutions for sustainable energy and transportation systems. 🚆🔋

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🎓 Academic Journey

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar has a distinguished academic background in mechanical engineering. He pursued his PhD and MS at The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA (2019–2024), achieving an impressive GPA of 3.98/4. Earlier, he graduated from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras with a B.Tech (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering and a Minor in Operations Research (2013–2018), along with an M.Tech in Thermal Engineering, earning a GPA of 8.7/10. Additionally, he broadened his horizons through a semester abroad at Czech Technical University, Prague (2017). His academic excellence reflects his dedication to engineering research and innovation. 📚🌟

 

🔬 Academic Research Experience

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar has extensive research experience in battery systems and energy optimization. At Pennsylvania State University, he developed models for parallel cell degradation, proposing a novel capacity-resistance matching strategy to enhance battery pack performance and minimize aging. His work includes fault detection through Lyapunov-based observers and real-time diagnosis schemes for internal short circuits. He also pioneered data-driven sensor reconstruction techniques, anomaly detection algorithms using PCA, and coupled SoC and SoH estimation for Li-ion batteries. Additionally, he optimized energy management in hybrid-electric locomotives and studied emissions reduction through injection parameter optimization during his tenure at IIT Madras. ⚡🔋📊

 

🌟 Industry Research Experience

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar has diverse industrial experience in energy management and automotive innovation. As a Controls Engineer at Wabtec Corporation, he developed advanced algorithms for battery pack health monitoring, including SoC, SoH, and anomaly detection techniques. During a summer internship there, he created Simulink models for fault detection and sensor signal reconstruction. At Rivigo Logistics, he optimized market truck utilization, reducing revenue leakage by 5%. Interning at TVS Motor Company, he automated SI engine calibration for BMW engines, while at Ashok Leyland, he modeled airflow estimation in SI engines using Simulink. His work spans energy, logistics, and automotive sectors. 🚂🔋🚛

 

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar has received numerous accolades for his academic excellence and research contributions. He was honored with the prestigious Thomas and June Beaver Award (2024) for outstanding industrially-sponsored research at Pennsylvania State University and recognized as an ASME Dynamic Systems and Control Division Rising Star at the 2023 MECC. Twice a finalist for the Energy Systems Best Paper Award (2024), he also secured runner-up positions in poster sessions at IndustryXchange (2022, 2023). Additionally, he earned the Prime Minister’s Scholarship for academic excellence and ranked 1666th nationally (99.86 percentile) in the IIT-JEE Advanced Examination. 🌟📜🎖️

 

🔋 Research Focus

Dr. Kiran Bhaskar specializes in battery technology and energy systems, with a focus on lithium-ion batteries. His research includes thermal anomaly detection 🔥, state of charge and health estimation ⚡, and short-circuit detection in battery packs. Dr. Bhaskar has developed innovative methods for fault detection 🛠️, sensor signal reconstruction 🔍, and diagnosing heterogeneity-induced losses in parallel-connected cells. He also explores advanced techniques for anomaly diagnosis 🚨 and health monitoring of battery systems. His contributions enhance battery efficiency and safety, driving progress in electrification and sustainable energy solutions. 🌱🔧📈

 

Publication Top Notes 📚

  • Data-driven thermal anomaly detection in large battery packs 🔥 – Cited by 21 (2023)
  • State of Charge and State of Health estimation in large lithium-ion battery packs ⚡ – Cited by 4 (2023)
  • Detecting synthetic anomalies using median-based residuals in lithium-ion cell groups 🔍 – Cited by 4 (2022)
  • Detection of engine knock using speed oscillations in a single-cylinder spark-ignition engine 🚗 – Cited by 3 (2019)
  • Heterogeneity-induced power and capacity loss in parallel-connected cells 📉  (2024)
  • Short Circuit Estimation in Lithium-Ion Batteries Using Moving Horizon Estimation 🔧(2024)
  • Post-Damage Short Circuit Detection in Lithium-ion Batteries 🚨 (2024)
  • Faulty sensor signal reconstruction in Li-ion battery packs 🛠️ (2024)
  • Anomaly diagnosis and health monitoring of lithium-ion battery packs 🩺 (2024)

 

 

 

Pengcheng Guo | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Pengcheng Guo | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

professor at  Xi’an University of Technology, China.

Professor Pengcheng Guo is a leading expert in hydraulic and river dynamics, currently serving as a professor at the School of Water Resources and Hydropower, Xi’an University of Technology. With over two decades of academic experience, he has made significant contributions to the understanding of unsteady flows in hydraulic systems, hydro-turbine dynamics, and energy utilization technologies. His research has garnered multiple national and provincial-level research grants, underlining his expertise and leadership in the field.

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Education

Professor Guo holds a Doctorate in Hydraulic and River Dynamics from Xi’an University of Technology, where he also completed his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees. His academic journey, which began in 1993, laid a strong foundation for his pioneering research in hydropower systems and water resources management.

Experience

He has held progressively senior academic positions at Xi’an University of Technology, starting as a lecturer and advancing to his current role as a professor. His work spans teaching, research leadership, and industry collaboration, with a focus on hydropower and water systems.

Research Focus

Professor Guo’s research focuses on transient flow analysis, hydraulic equipment dynamics, and the impact of unsteady flows on hydro-turbine systems. His contributions have advanced the understanding of energy dissipation, vibration analysis, and water hammer impact in hydropower systems, crucial for optimizing performance in large-scale energy facilities.

Awards and Honors 

Professor Guo has received multiple prestigious awards, including the National Science and Technology Progress Award and the Shaanxi Provincial Government’s Science and Technology Progress Award. His research has earned him recognition as a leading scholar in hydropower and clean energy utilization, further supported by his innovations in patented technologies.

Conclusion

Professor Pengcheng Guo’s consistent contributions to the fields of hydropower, fluid dynamics, and environmental engineering, combined with his successful leadership of large-scale research projects, make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His scholarly output, award recognition, and patented innovations demonstrate the profound impact of his work in solving real-world problems, particularly in sustainable energy and water resources management. With his extensive experience and continued drive for innovation, Professor Guo exemplifies the excellence and forward-thinking research needed to foster advancements in engineering and environmental sustainability.

Publication Top Notes  

Feasibility evaluation of a wind/P2G/SOFC/GT multi-energy microgrid system with synthetic fuel based on C-H-O elemental ternary analysis
Authors: Ding, X., Guo, P., Sun, W., Lv, X., Weng, Y.
Year: 2024
Journal: Energy
Volume: 312
Article Number: 133474
Citations: 0

Dynamic behavior and energy dissipation analysis of pump turbine in unstable S characteristic zone
Authors: Guo, P., Li, Y., Sun, L.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Energy Storage
Volume: 102
Article Number: 114275
Citations: 0

Leak detection in water supply pipeline with small-size leakage using deep learning networks
Authors: Guo, P., Zheng, S., Yan, J., Ma, J., Sun, S.
Year: 2024
Journal: Process Safety and Environmental Protection
Volume: 191
Pages: 2712–2724
Citations: 0

Erosion assessment and anti-erosion optimization design for Francis turbine
Authors: Sun, L., Zhang, Q., An, D., Sun, S., Guo, P.
Year: 2024
Journal: Physics of Fluids
Volume: 36(10)
Article Number: 103330
Citations: 0

Rotating speed pulling-back control and adaptive strategy of doubly-fed variable speed pumped storage unit
Authors: Gao, C., Yu, X., Nan, H., Ge, Y., Cai, Q.
Year: 2024
Journal: Renewable Energy
Volume: 232
Article Number: 121044
Citations: 0

Numerical assessment of transient flow and energy dissipation in a Pelton turbine during startup
Authors: Sun, L., Wang, Z., Zhou, H., Wang, Z., Guo, P.
Year: 2024
Journal: Physics of Fluids
Volume: 36(9)
Article Number: 094119
Citations: 0

Temporal-spatial and energy dissipation characteristics of vortex evolutions in Francis turbine during load reduction
Authors: Sun, L., Liu, L., Wang, Z., Guo, P., Xu, Z.
Year: 2024
Journal: Physics of Fluids
Volume: 36(9)
Article Number: 094112
Citations: 0

Influence of sand particle size on the erosion-corrosion resistance of Ni2FeCrMo0.2 HEA in seawater: Particle-surface-electrochemistry interaction
Authors: Wang, K., Xu, Q., Li, Y., Jia, Y., Zhou, H.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology
Volume: 32
Pages: 426–438
Citations: 0

Kilhun Lee | Engineering | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Kilhun Lee | Engineering | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Kilhun Lee, University of Seoul, South Korea

Assistant Professor of Architecture at the University of Seoul, Kilhun Lee specializes in urban history and architecture history. She earned her Ph.D. and Master’s degree from the University of Tokyo. Before joining UOS in 2024, she held positions at Duksung Women’s University and the Institute of Seoul Studies. Her research focuses on urban regeneration and the conservation of industrial heritage, with numerous publications on architectural history, including comparisons of urban planning during Japanese colonial rule. Kilhun is a member of several professional associations, including the Architectural Institute of Korea and the Society of Architectural Historians of Japan. 📚🏙️

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Research Interests and Contributions

Kilhun Lee is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Seoul, where she has developed a robust research profile in urban history and architecture. Her doctoral work at the University of Tokyo provided her with a strong foundation in architectural studies, which she has further enriched through various academic appointments. Her research is particularly relevant to the award’s criteria as it addresses themes of urban regeneration and the conservation of industrial heritage, highlighting her commitment to historical and contemporary issues in architecture.

Awards and Recognition

Kilhun Lee’s work has been recognized through various awards and grants, including the Korea Research Foundation’s General Research Program. Her accolades, such as the Simwon Architectural Award for Academic Researchers, signify her impact in the field and her potential as a role model for women researchers in architecture and urban studies.

Educational Impact

Professor Lee is involved in teaching undergraduate courses related to architectural history, contributing to the education of future generations in a male-dominated field. Her role as an educator aligns with the goals of the Research for Women Researcher Award, which seeks to promote women’s contributions to research and academia

Conclusion

Professor Kilhun Lee’s extensive background in architecture, her focus on significant urban issues, her notable publication record, and her commitment to education make her an exemplary candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her work embodies the values and objectives of the award, aiming to advance the recognition of women researchers and their contributions to the field.

Publication Top Notes  

  • “Building the Governance to Conserve and Utilize Industrial Heritage in East Asia: The Cases of Japan and Taiwan” – Lee, K. (2024) 📅
  • “A Comparison of Urban Planning in Eastern Asian Capitals during Japanese Colonial Rule: Tokyo, Taipei (1895), Seoul (1910), and Beijing (1936)” – Lee, K., Yang, S. (2023) 📅 Citations: 2
  • “Planning and Construction of the Post-Liberation Capital City of Seoul (1945–1950): A Focus on Planning and the Removal of Firebreaks” – Taeyoon, K., Kilhun, L. (2022) 📅
  • “Stream Network of Hanyang, a City of Water” – Lee, K., Yang, S. (2022) 📅
  • “Urban Planning Seen Through the Process of Establishing Substitute Land in the Edo Period” – Lee, K. (2018) 📅