Raguraman Munusamy | lightweight sandwich structures | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Raguraman Munusamy | lightweight sandwich structures | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr at Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Kancheepuram, India

A distinguished professor at Korea Maritime and Ocean University, he has significantly contributed to marine engineering, mechanical science, and combustion research. With a Ph.D. from Hokkaido University, Japan (2005) and a Master’s from Korea Maritime University (2000), his career spans academia, research, and advisory roles. His focus on hydrogen production, microgravity combustion, and air pollution control from ships positions him as a leader in environmental and engineering innovations. He has served as a visiting scholar, naval officer, and policy advisor, with numerous awards recognizing his expertise and impact. 🌍

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Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Mechanical Science from Hokkaido University (2005), mentored by Prof. Osamu Fujita, focusing on advanced combustion engineering and fluid mechanics. M.S. in Marine Engineering from Korea Maritime University (2000), under Prof. Seok-Hun Yoon, concentrating on marine technology, emissions control, and environmental engineering. B.S. in Marine Engineering from Korea Maritime University (1996), laying a strong foundation in marine systems, engine technology, and heat transfer processes.

Experience🔬

Naval Officer (1996-1998): Built leadership and engineering expertise through military service in Korea’s Navy. Researcher (2000-2001) at Korea Maritime University: Focused on engineering solutions for marine pollution. Postdoctoral Fellow (2005-2007) at Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute: Worked on nuclear hydrogen production projects. Assistant Professor at Seoul National University (2007-2009), followed by a research role at Korean Register. Professor (2009-present) at Korea Maritime and Ocean University: Currently leading projects on air pollution reduction, combustion processes, and hydrogen energy. Policy Advisor (2017-2019) for Korea’s Ministry of Ocean and Fisheries.

Awards and Honors🏅

Ministerial Citations: Ministry of Ocean and Fisheries (2018), Ministry of Science, ICT, and Future Planning (2015) Best Teacher Awards (2014, 2017) at Korea Maritime and Ocean University. Featured in ‘2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century’ by IBC and Marquis Who’s Who in the World (2016) Outstanding Paper Awards: Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers (2007) and Korean Society of Marine Engineering (2006). Additional recognitions from Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (2006) and the President of Korea Maritime and Ocean University (2013, 2014).

Research Focus 💨 

Air Pollution from Ships: Developing technologies to reduce emissions (soot, NOx, Sox) and gas slips from marine engines. 💧 Hydrogen Production: Modeling high-temperature steam electrolysis to advance cleaner energy solutions. Combustion Engineering: Investigating soot formation in microgravity environments and improving flame stabilization techniques. Space Utilization Engineering: Studying chemical processes in microgravity to improve space-based technologies. Heat and Fluid Flow Modeling: Utilizing tools like ANSYS to simulate complex engineering systems for optimization and safety.

Publication  Top Notes

  • Distortion Prediction in LPBF Process: Published in International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (2023), this study presents a simulation-driven methodology for predicting distortions in thin-walled compressor blades manufactured using Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF).
  • Residual Stress in Ti6Al4V Geometries: His 2023 study in Defence Technology addresses the residual stresses and distortions in thin-walled structures built using LPBF, focusing on titanium alloys.
  • Comparative Study of Biobased and Mineral Oils: In 2022, he explored the lubricity and life cycle of bio-based oils in machining titanium alloys, published in Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing.
  • Composite Sandwich Panel Design: His 2022 work, published in the International Journal of Crashworthiness, investigates composite sandwich panels for lightweight structural applications.
  • Projectile Impact Studies: Raguraman has authored multiple articles on the behavior of materials under dynamic loading, especially in military defense contexts involving projectile impacts on metallic and composite armor plates.

Conclusion

The researcher is highly qualified for the Best Researcher Award based on their extensive academic background, leadership roles in marine and combustion engineering, and international recognition. With strengths in innovation, practical application, and interdisciplinary research, they are a strong candidate. A slight increase in global collaborations and sustainability focus could further boost their competitiveness for such prestigious awards. Overall, their profile aligns well with the award’s criteria, particularly in terms of originality and research excellence.

Dr. Mauricio Torres | Materiales Compuestos | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mauricio Torres | Materiales Compuestos | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mauricio Torres, CIDESI , Mexico

Dr. Mauricio Torres distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

 

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🎓 Academic Profile

PhD in Mechanical Engineering – Materials EngineeringUniversity of Toulouse III – Paul SabatierClément Ader InstituteGroup of Composite Materials and StructuresSection of Materials, Properties, and ProcessResearch Title: Experimental and numerical study of the use of embedded sensors in composite structures: concept of monitoring patchDegree Date: June 22nd, 2012Master in Sciences in Metallurgical EngineeringNational Polytechnic Institute of Mexico (IPN)Faculty of Chemical and Extractives Industries EngineeringResearch Title: Mechanical and fractographic characterization of epoxy-glass tubes for aeronautic applicationDegree Date: November 28th, 2008Graduate in Aeronautics EngineeringNational Polytechnic Institute of Mexico (IPN)Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical EngineeringResearch Title: Material study for the rotor shaft maintenance tool for the Bell 407 helicopterDegree Date: August 4th, 2006

🔧 Professional Skills and Interests

Design, manufacturing, simulation, and instrumentation of composite structures.Fracture mechanics and mechanical tests.

🔬 Research Lines

Manufacturing of composite materials.Simulation of composite structures.Instrumentation of composite parts.

📊 Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

Citations by: All – 339, Since 2018 – 261

h-index: All – 10, Since 2018 – 9

i10 index: All – 10, Since 2018 –9

📖 Publications  Top Note :

Mechanical properties of natural-fiber-reinforced biobased epoxy resins manufactured by resin infusion process

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Mechanical properties and fracture behaviour of agave fibers bio-based epoxy laminates reinforced with zinc oxide         paper publication in 2022 cite by 13

Mode I interlaminar fracture toughness of carbon‐epoxy coupons with embedded ceramic sensors

paper publication in 2018  cite by 12

Multi-instrumentation monitoring for the curing process of a composite structure

paper publication in 2020 cite by 10

Comparison between the classic sensor embedding method and the monitoring patch embedding method for composites instrumentation

paper publication in 2014 cite by 10

Mechanical properties of natural-fiber-reinforced biobased epoxy resins manufactured by resin infusion process       paper publication in 2020 cite by 43

Parameters’ monitoring and in-situ instrumentation for resin transfer moulding: A review

paper publication in 2019 cite by 38

Strain field measurement of filament-wound composites at±55 using digital image correlation: an approach for unit cells employing flat specimens

paper publication in 2010 cite by 38

Mechanical and thermal behavior dependence on graphite and oxidized graphite content in polyester composites     paper publication in 2018 cite by 36

Manufacturing process of high performance–low cost composite structures for light sport aircrafts

paper publication in 2019 cite by 20

Thermal numerical analysis of the primary composite structure of a CubeSat

paper publication in 2019 cite by 19