Dr Gangadevi R | Materials for Energy Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr Gangadevi R | Materials for Energy Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gangadevi R is a distinguished researcher specializing in Mechatronics, Nanotechnology, and Renewable Energy Systems. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechatronics from SRM Institute of Science and Technology (2019) and has over 17 years of teaching and research experience. Her expertise includes nanofluid applications in solar collectors β˜€οΈ, hydrogen production ⚑, and automation in industrial robotics πŸ€–. She has published in high-impact SCI/Scopus-indexed journals πŸ“–, supervised multiple research projects, and collaborated with industries on energy-efficient technologies. Her contributions to renewable energy, robotics, and nanomaterials make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award πŸ†.

Dr Gangadevi R, SRM Institute of science and technology, India

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Education πŸŽ“

Dr. Gangadevi R has an extensive academic background in Mechatronics and Electrical Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechatronics from SRM Institute of Science and Technology (2019) πŸ†. She completed her M.E. in Mechatronics from Anna University (2007) with First-Class distinction πŸ…. Her B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering was obtained from Madras University (2004), where she excelled with 76% marks ⚑. She also holds Higher Secondary (H.Sc.) and S.S.L.C. certifications with First-Class grades 🏫. Her strong academic foundation in engineering and technology has significantly contributed to her successful research career πŸ”¬.

Experience πŸ›οΈ

Dr. Gangadevi R has over 17 years of teaching experience in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, and Renewable Energy Systems πŸ“–. She began her academic career as an Assistant Professor (O.G.) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (2007-2016) 🏫. She was later promoted to Assistant Professor (Sr.G.) (2017-Dec 2024) and Associate Professor in January 2025, where she continues to teach and mentor students πŸŽ“. Her dedication to academia and mentorship has helped shape future engineers in automation, robotics, and energy systems βš™οΈπŸ”¬. She is a passionate educator, blending research with practical knowledge to inspire innovation πŸš€.

Research Focus πŸ”¬

Dr. Gangadevi R’s research revolves around energy systems, nanotechnology, and soft robotics πŸ­βš™οΈ. Her work focuses on nanomaterials and nanofluids for improving heat transfer efficiency in renewable energy systems β˜€οΈπŸ”‹. She also explores soft robotics grippers for precision handling in automation and biomedical applications πŸ€–πŸ› οΈ. Her research integrates smart materials, hybrid energy systems, and fluid dynamics to optimize energy efficiency and industrial automation 🌱⚑. With a multidisciplinary approach, she contributes to sustainable energy, robotics, and advanced nanomaterials, paving the way for next-generation technological solutions πŸš€πŸ”¬.

Publication Top Notes πŸ“š

Nanofluid applications in future automobiles: comprehensive review of existing data

A comparative study on thermal conductivity of Al2O3/water, CuO/water and Al2O3–CuO/water nanofluids

Performance evaluation of water and air based PVT solar collector for hydrogen production application

Experimental determination of thermal conductivity and viscosity of different nanofluids and its effect on a hybrid solar collector

Effects of sonication time and temperature on thermal conductivity of CuO/water and Al2O3/water nanofluids with and without surfactant

Analysis of heat transfer coefficient of CuO/water nanofluid using double pipe heat exchanger

Evaluation and optimization of a new energy cycle based on geothermal wells, liquefied natural gas and solar thermal energy

Prof Fanxiu Chen | Materials for Energy Applications | Best Researcher Award

Prof Fanxiu Chen | Materials for Energy Applications | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Fanxiu Chen is a leading expert in experimental mechanics, structural health monitoring, and material characterization. She serves as a professor and doctoral supervisor, a member of the Experimental Mechanics Committee of the Chinese Mechanical Society, and a Taishan Scholar Young Expert in Shandong Province πŸ›οΈ. Her research focuses on non-contact optical sensing, concrete durability, and real-time infrastructure monitoring πŸ“‘πŸ—οΈ. With publications in Nature Communications, ScienceDirect, and Sensors and Actuators, she has revolutionized non-destructive testing and corrosion detection technologies. Her innovative contributions to smart infrastructure sensing and industrial applications make her a top candidate for the Best Researcher Award πŸ†.

Prof Fanxiu Chen, Qingdao University of Technology, China

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πŸŽ“ EducationΒ 

Prof. Fanxiu Chen earned her Doctoral Degree in Experimental Mechanics from Southeast University, Nanjing, China in 2007 πŸ›οΈ. Her academic journey has been marked by expertise in structural health monitoring, material characterization, and non-contact optical sensing πŸ”¬πŸ“‘. She is a renowned professor and doctoral supervisor, shaping the future of engineering and infrastructure safety πŸ—οΈ. As a Taishan Scholar Young Expert, she has contributed significantly to mechanical property measurement and real-time structural assessments. With a strong foundation in experimental mechanics and advanced optical techniques, she continues to pioneer innovative research in material science and engineering πŸ†.

πŸ›οΈ ExperienceΒ 

Prof. Fanxiu Chen has been a professor at Qingdao Technological University, School of Science, since 2007 πŸ“š. As a leading expert in experimental mechanics and structural health monitoring, she has played a crucial role in advancing optical sensing, material characterization, and non-destructive testing πŸ—οΈπŸ”¬. She is a doctoral supervisor and Taishan Scholar Young Expert, mentoring future researchers in mechanical property assessment and smart infrastructure technologies πŸ“‘. Her cutting-edge research and industrial collaborations have led to innovative solutions for real-time structural monitoring, significantly impacting civil engineering and materials science worldwide πŸŒπŸ†.

πŸ—οΈ Innovations & ContributionsΒ 

Prof. Fanxiu Chen has revolutionized structural health monitoring and experimental mechanics through cutting-edge technologies. Her research focuses on damage detection and durability assessment of concrete structures, securing funding from the National Natural Science Foundation and Shandong Outstanding Youth Fund πŸ’°. She developed multi-camera 3D-DIC methods πŸ“Έ, underwater non-contact camera arrays 🌊, and high-precision in-situ monitoring sensors ⚑ to track microstructural deterioration, corrosion, and stress in reinforced concrete πŸ—οΈ. Her cloud-based IoT platform enables real-time safety monitoring πŸ“‘, enhancing coastal infrastructure longevity. Her pioneering work in non-destructive testing and smart sensing makes her a leader in civil engineering innovation 🌟.

πŸ”¬ Research FocusΒ 

Prof. Fanxiu Chen specializes in structural health monitoring, experimental mechanics, and material characterization. Her research integrates non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, including X-ray computed tomography (XCT) 🩻, 3D digital image correlation (3D-DIC) πŸ“Έ, and electrochemical sensing ⚑, to assess concrete deterioration, reinforcement corrosion, and fracture mechanics. She develops real-time monitoring systems πŸ“‘ for coastal and large-scale infrastructure, focusing on cement composites, granular materials, and fiber-reinforced concrete. Her innovative optical and AI-driven sensing technologies πŸ€– enable early damage detection and predictive maintenance, ensuring safe and sustainable civil engineering structures πŸŒπŸ—οΈ.

πŸ“š PublicationsΒ 

“Effects of water-cement ratio and particle diameter on the mechanical properties of cement paste particles” – Optics and Lasers in Engineering (2025) πŸ“–
πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Co-authors: Ziming Qiu, Fanxiu Chen, Yang Yu, Xiao Wang, Yuan Wang

“Structural properties and mechanical behavior of three-dimensional cylindrical particle-like systems under in situ loading” – Powder Technology (2025) πŸ’‘
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Co-authors: Yanji Gu, Fanxiu Chen, Yang Yu, Jinglan Liu, Ziming Qiu

“Contact force calculation and evolution analysis of granular systems based on micro-CT experiment” – Acta Physica Sinica (2025) πŸ—οΈ
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Co-authors: Xiao Wang, Shiqi Song, Zijian Ping, Xianyi Shang, Fanxiu Chen

“Real-time strain monitoring of reinforced concrete under the attacks of sulphate and chloride ions based on XCT and DIC methods” – Cement and Concrete Composites (2022) πŸ—οΈ
πŸ”¬ Co-authors: Xiaoxian Wang, Jiaping Liu, Zuquan Jin, Fanxiu Chen, Peihua Zhong, Liang Zhang
πŸ”Ž Focus: Advanced XCT and DIC methods for real-time monitoring of reinforced concrete deterioration in harsh environments.

“Prediction of Fracture Damage of Sandstone Using Digital Image Correlation” – Applied Sciences (2020) πŸ“–
πŸ”¬ Co-authors: Fanxiu Chen, Endong Wang, Bin Zhang, Liming Zhang, Fanzhen Meng
πŸ”Ž Focus: Utilizing DIC techniques to predict and analyze fracture damage in sandstone structures under stress conditions.

Her innovative research significantly impacts non-destructive testing, concrete durability, and material damage prediction πŸ”¬πŸ—οΈ.