Rinku Kumar Gouda | Heat Transfer/Mechanical Engineering/Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Rinku Kumar Gouda | Heat Transfer/Mechanical Engineering/Engineering | Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur - India

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Early Academic Pursuits:

Rinku Kumar Gouda began his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Institute of Technical Education and Research, Bhubaneswar. His early academic pursuits involved a thesis on "Storage and Utilization of Renewable Energy Sources Using Sensible Heat Storage Materials," showcasing his interest in sustainable energy solutions. This period laid the foundation for his subsequent academic and research endeavors.

Professional Endeavors:

His is pursued a Master's degree in Mechanical Systems with a specialization in Multiphase Heat Transfer from the Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing, Kancheepuram. His thesis, "Surface Enhancement for Boiling Heat Transfer Through Microholes," demonstrated his early engagement with boiling heat transfer and microscale fluid dynamics. He went on to earn a Ph.D. in Boiling Heat Transfer from the Indian Institute of Technology, Patna. His doctoral research focused on "Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement with Segmented Finned Structured Surface and Rhamnolipid Biosurfactant." This marked a significant step in his academic and research journey, showcasing his commitment to advancing the understanding of heat transfer phenomena.

Contributions and Research Focus:

His research interests are diverse and include Boiling Heat Transfer, Micro/Nano scale Fluid and Heat Transport, Surface Wettability, and Biosurfactants. His contributions to the field are evident in various publications and conference presentations, such as the paper on "Combined effects of structured surface and surfactant in pool boiling heat transfer enhancement" presented at the 25th National and 3rd International ISHMT-ASTFE Heat and Mass Transfer Conference.

Accolades and Recognition:

Throughout his academic and research career, His received recognition for his work. His paper on the role of structured surfaces in enhancing critical heat flux in pool boiling was presented at the national conference on Critical Heat Flux and Multiphase Flow (CHFIC-2018), showcasing the impact of his research on practical applications.

Impact and Influence:

Having served as a Teaching Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology, Patna, and later as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Hia is had a direct impact on shaping the academic experiences of students and contributing to the research community.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur, His continues to make significant contributions. His administrative responsibilities, including being a Faculty-In-Charge of various labs and a Hostel Warden, demonstrate his commitment to the overall development of students and the institution. His future contributions are expected to further enrich the understanding of fluid and thermal science, particularly in the areas of multiphase flow and heat transfer.

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Notable Publications:

1 Pool boiling heat transfer enhancement with segmented finned microchannels structured surface RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 127, 39-50 (92) - 2018

2 A biosurfactant as prospective additive for pool boiling heat transfer enhancement RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 150, 119292 (30) - 2020

3 Enhancement of critical heat flux (CHF) in pool boiling with anodized copper surfaces A Ranjan, I Ahmad, RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan International Journal of Thermal Sciences 172, 107338 (20) - 2022

4 Pool boiling heat transfer characteristics of a biosurfactant particle deposited heating surface RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 163, 120455 (9) - 2020

5 Enhancement of Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Performance by an Eco-Friendly Surfactant RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan Proceedings of the 5th World Congress on Momentum, Heat and Mass Transfer (1) 2020

6 Combined Effect of Structured Surface and Biosurfactant in Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement RK Gouda, A Ranjan, M Pathak, MK Khan International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer 221, 125102 - 2024

7 Surface enhancement for boiling heat transfer through micro holes for electronic cooling applications RK Gouda, G Srinivasan, V Umesh, B Raja Sādhanā 48 (4), 210 2023

8 Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement with Segmented Finned Structured Surface and Rhamnolipid Biosurfactant RK Gouda IIT Patna 2021

9 Role of structured surface in enhancement of critical heat flux in pool boiling RK Gouda, M Pathak, MK Khan Proceedings of the national conference on critical heat flux and multiphase … 2018