Sponsored Research Projects
- "Demonstration and Deployment of Community Level Autonomous Solar Energy System for Space Heating , Drying and Cooking Purposes in LADAKH Region- SUNSHINE LADAKH", DST, 2021-2024.
- DST Solar Energy Harnessing Centre - Thermal - Sub Project, DST, 2018-2023.
- SPARC project on “Development of Inspection and Structural Health Monitoring Techniques for Solar Power Plant Systems” with Concordia University, Canada, 2019-2022.
- UAY project on “Development of cost effective CPVT solar panel for commercial rooftop market”, MHRD-MNRE-BEETPL under UAY, 2018-2020.
- Indo-UK project on “Sustainable technological solutions for energy efficiency in jaggery industry (STEEJ)” RAE, UK, 2018-2020.
- "CPV Assisted Tandom Assisted Artificial Photosynthetic Device for Effective Solar to Chemical Conversion", UKIERI,(2017-2020)
- "Solar Energy Powered Net-Zero Energy Smart Buildings", ICIMPACT (Indo-Canadian), (2017-2019)
- "Non-Imaging optics based Low Concentrating Photovoltaic Thermal (LCPVT) hybrid sytem", DST, (2016-2019)
- "Developmentand characterisation of PCM-based thermal energy storage for solar process heat applications", DST, (2016-2019)
- UK-ESRC Impact Acceleration Project on “Transferring knowledge on dairy production technologies between the UK and India” 2017-2018
- UK-ESRC Impact Acceleration Project on “Knowledge transfer on the sustainability of innovative wastewater treatment technologies to India” 2017
- "Nano Structured Surfaces for High Temperature Solar Thermal Energy Converters (NanoHigh TEC)", UK-EPSRCGCS 2016, (2016-2017).
- INDO-UK project on "Reliable and Efficient Systems for Community Energy Solutions”- Energy Storage, RCUK-DST (2015-2019).
- Indo-German Centre for Sustainability project on" Design and Development of Solar Thermal Energy System for Domestic Sewage (Black Water) Treatment", Indo-German Centre for Sustainability, (2014 – 2017)
- “Centre for Environmental Technology, Dissemination, Demonstration and R&D for Industrial Pollution Abatement”, GoTN, (2013-2016).
- Thematic Centre on “Water purification using nanotechnology” DST (2012-2017)
- "Development of Solar Trigeneration System for Cooling, Heating and Potable Water", DST, (2012 - 2015)
- INDO-UK project on "Development and Integration of Biomass - Concentrated Photovoltaics System for Rural and Urban Energy Bridge", EPSRC - DST, (2012-2015)
- "Design, Development and Demonstration of High Performance Parabolic Trough Based 300 kW Solar Thermal Power Plant", CSIR, (2011-2015)
- PAN IIT Project on “Development of solar collector field for a solar thermal power plant (Phase- I)” Prof. T. Sundarajan (PI), DST, (2012-2014)
- “Design and Development of Solar Parabolic Trough Collector for Direct Steam Generation”, DST, (2010 – 2014)
- "Solution of Textile Pollution-Natural Evaporator using Solar Energy"- Prof. Ligy(PI), Prof. Murty, Prof. Kanan, DOE, TN, (2011-2012)
- UKERI project on “Development of Solar Concentrator for Sea Water Desalination”, DST-UKIERI, (2009 – 2012)
- “Thermal Conductivity of Straight Vegetable Oils”, TIFAC, (2009 – 2010)
- “Experimental and modelling studies on free-breathing fuel cells”, MNRE, (2007 – 2009)
- “Integrated Multi-tray Solar Desalination system”, CIIE – MNRE IIMA, (2008)
- “Design and Performance Analysis of Integrated Multi Tray Solar Desalination System for Rural Application”, ICSR-ISP IITM, (2008)
- “Porous Medium Enhanced Energy Efficient Solar Parabolic Trough Collector”, MHRD, (2005 – 2008)
- “Modelling and Experimental Evaluation of ICS system with TIM”, IITM, (2003 – 2008)
- “Development of Solar Thermo Photo Voltaic Panel for Simultaneous Electric Power and Heating Applications”, IDRP-IITM, (2003-06)
- “Dynamical Response of Complex Media-Thermal Conductivity and Related Response Parameters in Disperse Media”, IDRP-IITM, (2003 – 2006)
- “Characterization of Solar Transparent Insulation Materials (TIM) Based Advanced Glazings for Energy Efficiency in Industrial, Agricultural and Rural sectors”, MHRD, (2002 – 2005)
- "Performance of Evaluation of Eco-Friendly Refrigerants", MHRD, (2001-2004)
- “Modelling and Simulation of Solar Thermal Power Generating System using Artificial Neural Networks”, AICTE, (2000 – 2003)
Technology Developments :
- Design and development of fuzzy focal receivers for solar parabolic dish collector system for process heat and power generation.
- Proposed an atlas for Concentrating Solar Power generation in India.
- Design & development of active and passive cooling with heat recovery for concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) systems.
- Development of porous enhanced energy efficient receiver for solar parabolic trough collector for performance improvement and direct steam generation.
- Design of integrated Torque Tube-Box support structure for Solar parabolic trough collector.
- Design and Development of Trapezoidal Cavity Receivers for Solar LFR Power Systems.
- Design and Development of TIM covered Solar ICS Water Heaters.
- Design & Development of Tracking Systems Single and Two Axes rotation of Solar Systems.
- Design and Development of a Static 3D Elliptical Hyperboloid Concentrator for Process Heat Applications.
- Development of high-yield Multi-Tray Solar desalination system.
- Development of Concentrated Partitioned Basin Solar Still for Waste Water Treatment and Jaggery Industrial Process Heat.
- Development of Vertical Solar Still for Potable Water Production.
- Development of Tilted Solar Still for Wastewater Treatment.
- Development of Solar Dryer for Conversion of Human Waste into Fertilizer.
- Design and development of solar energy driven textile effluent treatment system.
- Design and Development of Solar Energy based zero-discharge Toilet.
- Development of Solar Power Electric Auto-Rickshaw for Sustainable Transport system.
- Demonstration Biogas based Renewable Energy System for Standalone Power Generation.
- Design and Development of Integrated Renewable Energy Systems (IRES) for North-Eastern Rural Communities.
- Integration-Control-Communication-Metering (ICCM) of Renewable Energy Systems (IRES) for Reliable and Flexible Energy Generation.
- Square Guarded Hot Plate (SGHP) Apparatus for Thermal Characterization of Engineering/Insulating Materials.
- Development of Modular-Efficient-Integrated-Cost Effective Solar Vapour Absorption Cooling System.
Consultancy Projects:
Research Based Industrial Consultancy:
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"Development of Space Conditioning System for Near Net Zero Build Environment", Rensol Power Pvt. Ltd., Chennai (2023-2024)
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"Development of Methodology for Integration of Steam of Solar Concentrating Collector Field with 18 MW Thermal Powerplant", The KCP Limited, Chennai (2023-2024)
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"Design of green hydrogen production from saline water", Lakshmi International Building Materials Pvt Ltd., Chennai (2023-24)
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"Investigation of thermal conductivity of light weight gypsum boards with different formulations", Saint Gobain India Pvt Ltd., Chennai, (2023)
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"Investigation of thermal properties of thermal interface materials for Ola EV", Ola Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd., Bangalore, (2023)
- "Development of methodology for integration steam of solar concentrating collector field with coal based thermal power plant", Arka Steam Power Pvt. Ltd., Vishakhapatnam, (2021-2023)
- "Design of CSP & Solar thermal energy systems for Water & Desalination", Rensol Power(P) Ltd., Chennai, (2018-2021)
- "Development of Low Cost and Efficient Filler Material for Single Tank Energy Storage for Concentrating Solar Power and Process Heat Systems", Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., R&D Centre, Faridabad, (2018-2023)
- “Development of Thermal Management Module for Solar PVT cogeneration”, Birds Eye Energy Technologies Pvt Ltd, Hyderabad, (2017-2018)
- “Modulation Study in Boiler and Flue gas System: Investigation of Flow Mal-distribution of Flue Gases in ESP of 660MW Supercritical Thermal Power Plant”, Thermal Powertech Corporation India Ltd., Nellore, (2015-2016)
- “Development of 40sqm Solar Dish System for Steam Generation”, Arkin Ventures Pvt. Ltd., Nasik, (2015-16)
- “Thermal Design Of Natural Draft Cooling Towers of 2X660 MW Thermal Power Station: Proof Checking And Vetting” BGR Energy Systems Ltd., Chennai, (2014)
- "Development of simple and low-cost dish antenna sized solar geyser ", Powergear Ltd., Chennai, (2013)
- “Design& developmental activities and evaluation of solar parabolic dish collector cavity receiver system” Forbes Solar Pvt. Ltd. Pune,(2012-2013)
- “Design and development of solar power(PV) solutions” HILD Energy Private Limited, Chennai, (2012-2013)
- “Preparation of DPR for the project potable water and biomass power production for Kuttanad region” Government of Kerala, (2012-2014)
- “Analysis of Solar Parabolic Collector for Cold and Heat Application ”Universal Engineering Chennai (Suntrack) Pvt. Ltd., Chennai,(2012)
- “Design and Development of Solar Parabolic Dish System” Solartherm Energy Ventures Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, (2011-2012)
- “Review & Discussions of design calculations, developmental activities and evaluation of solar parabolic trough collector system” Forbes Marshall Pvt. Ltd. Pune, (2010-2011)
- “Solar Dish system for Steam and Power Generation”, Krishna Industries Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, (2009-2010)
- “Design of Solar Thermal System for 10TR Chiller”, Acclaim Technology Services, Chennai, (2009-2010)
- "Installation of Solar Thermal Air Conditioning System", GEDA, Ahmedabad, (2009-2010)
- “Design, Development and Performance Evaluation of 250 kW Solar Parabolic Dish Thermal Power Generating Systems”, Synergy Engineering Solutions India, Chennai, (2009-2011)
- “Solar Thermal Power Systems”, Genotex International (India) Private Ltd., Hyderabad, (2009-2011)
- “Design and Development of Solar Tracker System”, MEDISYS Industrial Safety Equipent & Machine Guarding Systems (Rensol), Chennai, (2009-2010)
- “Design and Development of Solar Parabolic Trough Collector system”, Jindal Photo Ltd., New Delhi, (2009-2010)
- “Design and Performance Evaluation of Solar Parabolic Dish- CPV Hybrid System”, K. Muthaiah Timbers, Srivilliputtur, (2008-2009)
- “Design of Solar LFR Power System”, KG Design Services Pvt.Ltd, Coimbatore, (2008-2011).
- “Solar Energy Conversion”, MNK Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, (2008-2009)
- “Design and Experimental Investigation Prototype Solar Thermo-photovoltaic System”, Thermosol Equipment, Chennai, (2007-2008)
- “Study on Energy Efficiency of Spun Furnace of Ceramic Fibre Manufacture”, Murugappa Morgan Thermal Ceramics Ltd., Ranipet, (2007-2009)
- “Investigation of Thermal Conductivity and Thermal Behavior of Sandwich Construction Made of Fabric and Felt Materials”, Ke-Burgmann Flexibles India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, (2008-2009)
Institutional Consultancy:
- “Design of solar thermal energy systems & thermal conductivity of two-phase materials” CC projects (2011-2026)
- “Estimation of Thermal Conductivity of Fibrous Sheets of Silica Aerogel”, ARCI, Hyderabad, (2017-2018)
- “Estimation of Thermal Conductivity Values of LRB Rockwool Mattresses different densities & thickness” Goenka Rockwool (India) Pvt. Ltd. (2015-2016)
- “Determination of Thermal Conductivity of Slag - free LRB Mattresses and RB Slabs of various Densities” Rockwool (India) Limited, Hyderabad (2013-2017)
- “Determination of K - Value of Light Weight Concrete slabs”, Ultratech Cement Limited, Chennai, (2014)
- “Retainer Consultancy Project on Energy Savings in Industries” Glonam Technologies Pvt Ltd., Bangalore (2013-2014)
- “Effect of shot content on the thermal conductivity of the LRB wool mattress” Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Ranipet,( 2012-2013)
- “Design of solar thermal energy systems & thermal conductivity of two-phase materials” CC projects, (2011-2015)
- "Testing of Thermal withsandability of Fabric Sandwich having wire Mesh(IC)", Ke-BFIPL, Chennai, (2009-2010)
- "Investigations of Energy Efficiency of Spun Furnace",Murugappa Morgan Thermal Ceramics Ltd., Ranipet, (2007)
- Thermal Conductivity Evaluation of Rapid Wall Panels, Resin Bonded Fiber Glasswool, Rock wool (LRB) Samples, Loose insulation parameters, Armaflex Foam, Simulating Sheets : MBTPC, MHUPA, L&T Ltd., Chennai, Uptwiga Fiberglass Ltd., Rockwool(India) Ltd., Minwool Rock Fibres Ltd., Rockwool Industries, Goenka Rockwool (I) Pvt. Ltd., Lloyd Rockfibre Ltd., Thermocare Rockwool, Lapinus Rockwool Pvt. Ltd., Lloyd Insulations (India) Ltd., Armacell India Pvt. Ltd.,