Surya Narayan Padhi

Surya Narayan Padhi is a Professor & Group Head in the Dept. of Mechanical Engineering at K L University. With a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering specializing in Functionally Graded Materials, he holds an M.Tech. in Materials Engineering from NIT, Surathkal, focusing on Fabrication of thin films of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells. With 24 years of combined academic and research experience, he has extensively taught Engineering Mechanics. His research encompasses various areas such as the stability of FGM beams on different foundations, thermal behavior of Sandwich FGMs, FGM heat pipes, and thin-film fabrication. Dr. Padhi boasts an impressive portfolio of approximately 45 publications in renowned international journals and conferences. He possesses strong computational skills in ANSYS, FUSION 360, and MATLAB. Having successfully supervised over 120 undergraduate and 25 postgraduate students, he currently mentors 5 Ph.D. scholars. Dr. Padhi has filed 11 patents, 8 of which have been published. He serves as a reviewer and editor for multiple esteemed journals. Furthermore, he is a fellow of the Institution of Engineers and a life member of ISTE.

Publications

Trends and Applications in Mechanical Engineering, Composite Materials and Smart Manufacturing
Trends and Applications in Mechanical Engineering, Composite Materials and Smart Manufacturing
Surya Narayan Padhi. © 2024. 515 pages.
The fields of Mechanical Engineering, Composite Materials, and Smart Manufacturing find themselves at the heart of a pivotal predicament. As these industries grapple with the...
Sustainable Energy Generation From Waste Water: IoT Integrated Technologies
Sustainable Energy Generation From Waste Water: IoT Integrated Technologies
U. Rahamathunnisa, K. Sudhakar, S. N. Padhi, Sumanta Bhattacharya, G. Shashibhushan, Sampath Boopathi. © 2024. 32 pages.
This chapter investigates the conversion of wastewater into sustainable energy through the use of novel methods such as anaerobic digestion, microbial fuel cells, geothermal...
Assessing Feasibility and Viability of Small Hydropower Projects: A RET Screen Analysis
Assessing Feasibility and Viability of Small Hydropower Projects: A RET Screen Analysis
S. N. Padhi, Susan Khadka, Trilochan Rout, G. Diwakar, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 10 pages.
This feasibility study aimed to evaluate the potential of a small hydropower endeavor through the utilization of RETScreen, a specialized software tailored for the analysis of...
Churu's 100MW Solar Dream: A Feasibility Study for a Photovoltaic Power Plant
Churu's 100MW Solar Dream: A Feasibility Study for a Photovoltaic Power Plant
S. N. Padhi, Prudhvi Teja G., Trilochan Rout, S. S. Rao, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 17 pages.
Every nation is actively seeking alternative energy sources to diminish reliance on fossil fuels, natural gas, and coal. Countries worldwide are striving for environmentally...
Conceptual Design of Multipurpose CNC Machine Tool: Tabletop Multipurpose CNC
Conceptual Design of Multipurpose CNC Machine Tool: Tabletop Multipurpose CNC
Ashwini Kumar Baluguri, Seeram Srinivasa Rao, Surya Narayan Padhi, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 12 pages.
Multipurpose CNC machine tools are increasingly in demand due to their ability to perform multiple machining operations in a single setup. In this chapter, the authors present a...
Elevating Energy: A Study on Power Generation in Commercial Lifts
Elevating Energy: A Study on Power Generation in Commercial Lifts
Seeram Srinivasa Rao, Surya Narayan Padhi, Ashwini Kumar Baluguri. © 2024. 10 pages.
This chapter focuses on analyzing the power generation mechanism utilizing rack and pinion systems, alongside exploring regenerator functionality through MATLAB Simulink. It...
The Role of FGM Core Content in Optimizing Stability of Functionally Graded Sandwich Beams
The Role of FGM Core Content in Optimizing Stability of Functionally Graded Sandwich Beams
S. N. Padhi, K. S. Raghuram, Trilochan Rout, Seeram Srinivasa Rao, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 16 pages.
This study explores how varying the composition of the functionally graded material (FGM) core impacts the stability of functionally graded sandwich (FGSW) beams. The authors...
Detection of Turned Features in an Autonomous Manner
Detection of Turned Features in an Autonomous Manner
Ashwini Kumar Baluguri, Srinivasa Rao Seeram, Surya Narayan Padhi, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 14 pages.
Automatic feature recognition (AFR) is a crucial process in manufacturing, aiming to extract and interpret design information without human intervention. Leveraging the “Java2”...
Expert System for Generating Process Plans: Design Generation
Expert System for Generating Process Plans: Design Generation
G. R. Sanjay Krishna, Srinivasa Rao Seeram, Ashwini Kumar Baluguri, Surya Narayan Padhi. © 2024. 11 pages.
Automating the process of design generation is pivotal for enhancing efficiency and productivity in various industries. This study focuses on developing methodologies and...
Flexible Tree Trimming Tool: Tailored Solutions for Pruning Branches
Flexible Tree Trimming Tool: Tailored Solutions for Pruning Branches
Seeram Srinivasa Rao, Surya Narayan Padhi, Ashwini Kumar Baluguri, J. Y. Durga Sai Jagannadh, P. Arjun Reddy, K. Y. Pavan Kumaar, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 20 pages.
The adjustable cutting device for trees and branches addresses a crucial need in the field of arboriculture by aiming to reduce both the financial burden and potential risks...
Transforming CNC Machining: Automated Generation of NC Part Programs
Transforming CNC Machining: Automated Generation of NC Part Programs
Seeram Srinivasa Rao, Surya Narayan Padhi, Ashwini Kumar Baluguri, Mamata Choudhury. © 2024. 22 pages.
In the realm of computer numerical control (CNC) machining, efficiency and precision are paramount. This chapter presents a groundbreaking advancement in CNC technology...
Synergizing Artificial Intelligence, 5G, and Cloud Computing for Efficient Energy Conversion Using Agricultural Waste
Synergizing Artificial Intelligence, 5G, and Cloud Computing for Efficient Energy Conversion Using Agricultural Waste
Anurag Vijay Agrawal, G. Shashibhushan, S. Pradeep, S. N. Padhi, D. Sugumar, Sampath Boopathi. © 2023. 23 pages.
The combination of artificial intelligence, 5G technology, and cloud computing has altered energy conversion processes, most notably the use of agricultural waste for sustainable...