Mr. Vishrut Deshpande | Composite Materials Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Vishrut Deshpande | Composite Materials Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Vishrut Deshpande, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, United States

Mr. Vishrut Deshpande is 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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EDUCATIONπŸŽ“

Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VADoctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering2022 – Current(Expected graduation: Summer 2024) Overall GPA: 3.8πŸŽ“ Clemson University, Clemson, SCMaster of Science (en route PhD), Mechanical Engineering2018 – 2022Overall GPA: 3.7

WORK EXPERIENCEπŸ”¬

Research Assistant – Clemson University, Virginia Tech

May 2019 – PresentSwitchable, deployable, and lockable structures inspired from OrigamiEnergy-efficient transforming, compact packing, & variable stiffness Origami-inspired structures.Deploying structure with minimal-control strategy & variable load-bearing capacities.Introducing multistability through geometric frustration in origami-inspired closed cylindrical structures.Buckling-induced Dual-stiffness Sandwich Cores using Asymmetric CFRP laminatesAchieved large high/low stiffness switching (β‰ˆ 100 folds) through in-plane compression of laminates.Developed a unique fabrication tool for laminates with a flexible connection to allow bistable switching.

πŸ… Virginia Tech ME Dept Website Highlight:

Vishrut Deshpande’s significant contribution to securing NSF funding for Origami-inspired Robotic Structures was highlighted on the Virginia Tech Mechanical Engineering Department’s website. This recognition underscores his impact in advancing innovative research within the field.

πŸ€– National-level Robotics Competition:

Vishrut actively participated in national-level robotics competitions in both 2015 and 2016, showcasing his dedication and proficiency in robotics engineering.

πŸ† Finalist for Best Student Paper Award – SPIE 2022:

Vishrut Deshpande’s paper was recognized as a finalist in the competition for the Best Student Paper award at the SPIE 2022 conference. This acknowledgment highlights the quality and impact of his research contributions in the field of mechanical engineering.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Professional Memberships:

Vishrut is an active member of professional organizations including ASME, SPIE, and CompositesWorld, demonstrating his engagement with the broader engineering community and his commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements in his field.

🎢 Certified Classical Percussionist:

Alongside his academic pursuits, Vishrut is a certified classical percussionist, specializing in the Tabla. His achievement of clearing level 5 signifies his dedication to musical excellence and his ability to excel in diverse domains.

πŸ“Š Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

Total Citations since 2019: 94

h-index since 2019: 4

i10-index since 2019: 3

πŸ“– PublicationsΒ  Top Note :

Snap-through and stiffness adaptation of a multi-stable Kirigami composite module

Authors: A Lele, V Deshpande, O Myers, S Li

Journal: Composites Science and Technology

Volume: 182

Pages: 107750

Year: 2019

Citations: 36

Engineering by cuts: How Kirigami principle enables unique mechanical properties and functionalities

Authors: J Tao, H Khosravi, V Deshpande, S Li

Journal: Advanced Science

Volume: 10 (1)

Pages: 2204733

Year: 2023

Citations: 32

Transient deformation and curvature evolution during the snap-through of a bistable laminate under asymmetric point load

Authors: V Deshpande, O Myers, G Fadel, S Li

Journal: Composites Science and Technology

Volume: 211

Pages: 108871

Year: 2021

Citations: 15

Transient snap-through of a bistable composite laminate under asymmetric point load

Authors: V Deshpande, O Myers, G Fadel, S Li

Conference: Active and Passive Smart Structures and Integrated Systems XIV

Pages: 470-477

Year: 2020

Citations: 5

High-fidelity analytical modeling of asymmetric CFRP composites using Reissner–Mindlin theory and hygroscopic degradation

Authors: V Deshpande, SA Chowdhury, O Myers, S Li

Journal: Composites Science and Technology

Volume: 236

Pages: 109983

Year: 2023

Citations: 4

Switchable structures using asymmetric fiber composite laminates: two case studies

Authors: V Deshpande, O Myers, S Li

Conference: Active and Passive Smart Structures and Integrated Systems XVI

Pages: 144-152

Year: 2022

Citations: 1

Examining the Different Snap-through Characteristics of Bistable CFRP composite laminates

Author: V Deshpande

Year: 2022

Citations: 1

Large-ratio stiffness switching via harnessing the in-plane buckling and bi-stability of high-load capacity composite laminates

Authors: V Deshpande, O Myers, S Li

Journal: Composites Part B: Engineering

Manuscript ID: 111440

Year: 2024

A New Analytical Approach for Bistable Composites

Authors: V Deshpande, O Myers, G Fadel, S Li

Conference: Smart Materials, Adaptive Structures and Intelligent Systems

Manuscript ID: 85499

Year: 2021

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar | Functional Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar , IIIT Allahabad, india

Assist Prof Dr.Upendra Kumar is 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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Research Interests πŸ”¬

Experimental Condensed Matter Physics Materials Science Energy Storage Devices (Dielectric Capacitor, Solid Oxide Fuel Cell, Supercapacitor, Solid State Battery, Solar Cell) Solid State Ionics, Electroceramics Optical Properties of Nano-Phosphor Materials Dilute Magnetic Semiconductor (DMS)

Educational Qualifications πŸ“š

Ph.D. (2019) Physics (Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Material Science)

Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India

Title of Thesis: Synthesis and Characterization of Undoped and Doped Layered Perovskite Oxides Sr2SnO4.

Advisor: Dr. (Mrs.) Shail Upadhyay

M.Sc. (2014), Physics (First Division)

Department of Physics, Institute of Science, BHU Varanasi, India

Project Title: Studies on TiF4, TiO2 Catalyzed Complex Hydride (NaAlH4) System.

Advisor: Dr. M. A. Shaz

B.Sc. (Hons.) (2012), Physics (First Division)

Department of Physics, Institute of Science, BHU Varanasi, India.

Intermediate (2009), (PCM) (First Division)

Uttar Pradesh Board, Allahabad

Experience πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«

  • Assistant Professor

Department of Applied Science, Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad Jhalwa, Prayagraj-211015, Uttar Pradesh, India Course Handling: Both UG and PG level.

  • Assistant Professor

Department of Physics, Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali-304022, Rajasthan

This profile outlines a robust background in both education and academia, reflecting a dedication to experimental condensed matter physics and materials science. The expertise extends to various applications, including energy storage devices and optical properties of nanomaterials.

Reviewer of Various Journals πŸ“

Reviewing for journals including: Materials Letters (Elsevier) Physica B: Condensed Matter (Elsevier)Β  Chemical Physics Letters (Elsevier) Journal of Energy Storage (Elsevier) Applied Electronic Materials (ACS) Emergent Materials (Springer Nature) Indian Journal of Physics (Springer Nature) International Journal of Hydrogen Energy (Elsevier) Journal of Advances in Physics (Cire World) Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier) Β 

Workshop/School πŸŽ“

Intellectual Property Rights Awareness Programme at IIIT-Allahabad on 24 January 2022. One-day national webinar on NanoDCAL Software for Nanoelectronics materials & device simulation on 3 August 2022. One-week training program on “Advanced Training Program on Experimental and Simulation Techniques for Materials Science” from 21-27 June 2023.

Teaching and Learning πŸ‘¨β€πŸ«

Energy band-gap calculation of Si-semiconductor using Wien2k dft simulation software.

Calculation of Dielectric constant BaTiO3 perovskite material.

Workshop/School πŸ“„

Invited Talk and presentations on topics including L-C-R meter instrumentation, X-ray diffraction, layered perovskite oxide applications, and more.

Faculty Development Program 🌐

Participation in various programs, including IEEE-FDP-2022, Online FDP on CASEMA, and International Faculty Development Programs.

Awards & Fellowships πŸ†

CSIR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) Qualified in Physical Sciences (2016).

Best Oral Presentation Award (First Position) in International Symposium Thermans-2016.

Best Paper Award (Second Position) in Institute Day held on 16-18 Feb 2018 at IIT (BHU) Varanasi.

Research Grants πŸ’Ό

Secured research grants from DST-SERB, Government of India, and IIIT Allahabad SEED-Money Project.

This comprehensive overview showcases a rich professional journey, extensive expertise, and active participation in academic and research endeavors.

 

πŸ“ŠΒ Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

Citations by: All – 1013, Since 2018 – 997

h-index: All – 20, Since 2018 – 20

i10 index: All – 30, Since 2018 – 30

πŸ“– PublicationsΒ  Top Note :

Structural, optical, and surface morphological studies of ethyl cellulose/graphene oxide nanocompositesΒ  Β  Β  paper publication in