Dr. Virendra Kumar | Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering

About Me

Professional Profile

I am an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering with over 11 years of experience in teaching (undergraduate and postgraduate) and research. My expertise spans thermal engineering, renewable energy systems, and computational fluid dynamics, with a strong focus on ejector design and optimisation.

I am well-versed in educational technologies for both classroom and online settings, and I excel in working independently as well as collaboratively within interdisciplinary research teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

Teaching Experience (11+ years)

Associate Professor

Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, Gorakhpur

Jan. 2025 – Present

Assistant Professor

Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur

June 2022 – Jan. 2025

Assistant Professor

Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur

Sep. 2018 – Sep. 2021

Assistant Professor

K R Mangalam University, Gurugram

Sep. 2015 – Sep. 2018

Lecturer

Gurgaon College of Engineering, Gurugram

June 2009 – July 2010

Education

Ph.D. in Thermal Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, India

2018

Thesis: "Analysis of Supersonic Shock Free Ejectors"

M.Tech in Thermal Engineering

National Institute of Technology, Silchar, Assam, India

2009

Thesis: "Studies on Supersonic Free Jet Flows: A Numerical Analysis with Fluent Software"

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, India

2007

Research Interests

Thermal Engineering Renewable Energy Heat Transfer Ejector Design Computational Fluid Dynamics Gas Dynamics Experimental Fluid Dynamics Sustainable Energy Systems Composite Materials

Academic IDs

Administrative Experience

MMMUT Gorakhpur (2025 – Present)

Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs

December 2025 – Present

AICTE IDEA Lab Co-coordinator

April 2025 – Present

Faculty In-Charge, Arts & Literary Sub Council

June 2025 – Present

In-Charge, Computer Lab (MED)

February 2025 – Present

Coordinator DPR/APR, Department Data for Ranking (MED)

February 2025 – Present

HBTU Kanpur (2022 – 2025)

Deputy Controller of Examination

May 2024 – January 2025

Hostel Warden, Vishwakarma Hostel (West Campus)

September 2024 – January 2025

Hostel Warden, Visvesaraya Hostel (West Campus)

August 2023 – September 2024

Assistant Center Superintendent of Examination

December 2022 – May 2024

Member, Research & Development Cell

August 2022 – January 2025

Energy Conversion Lab In-Charge (MED)

May 2023 – January 2025

Heat & Mass Transfer Lab In-Charge (MED)

July 2022 – January 2025

ASME Student Chapter In-Charge (MED)

September 2022 – January 2025

Assistant Coordinator, B.Tech Admissions

2023 – 2025

Editorial Roles & Peer Review

Guest Editor

Special issue on "Photovoltaic Materials, in 2025"

Journal of Scientific Reports

Springer Nature

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Special issue on "Advances in Supersonic Ejector Systems: Design, Optimization, and Application, in 2026"

Frontiers in Mechanical Engineering

Frontiers

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Editorial Board

Member of editorial boards for 4 prestigious journals

Scientific Reports

Springer Nature · ISSN 2045-2322

Discover Mechanical Engineering

Springer Nature · ISSN 2731-6564

Discover Applied Sciences

Springer Nature · ISSN 3004-9261

Journal of Ovonic Research

Virtual Company of Physics · Forum of Chalcogeniders · ISSN 1584-9953

Peer Reviewer

Verified reviewer for 30+ prestigious journals

60+

Articles Reviewed

30+

Journals

Selected Journals:

✓Applied Thermal Engineering (Elsevier)
✓Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
✓Int. Communications in Heat & Mass Transfer
✓AIP Advances
✓Journal of Mechanical Engineering Sciences

Research Highlights

Research Grants/Consultancy work

5 research grants worth INR 55.59 lakhs received and Consultancy work worth INR 4.897 lakhs completed.

Recycling of Discarded Plastics for Hybrid Composite Body Armour

₹12.36 Lakhs | Co-PI | CSTUP, 2025 (ongoing)

Low-Cost Structural Composites via Recycling Discarded PV Panels

₹15.36 Lakhs | PI | CSTUP, 2024 (ongoing)

Carbon Nanofillers & Polymer Nanocomposites for Biomedical Applications

₹18.08 Lakhs | Co-PI | CSTUP, 2023 (ongoing)

Multipurpose Solar-Driven Agriculture Robot for Small-Scale Farming

₹20,000 | Supervisor, B.Tech Project | CSTUP, 2025 (completed)

Analysis of Supersonic Two-Stage Ejectors

₹9.59 Lakhs | PI | NPIU, 2019 (completed)

Patents & Innovations

7 Indian + 1 UK granted Design patents; 3 Process Patent published.

1

Artificial Bio Bearing Liner for Lumbar Disk

No. 441622-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 18/03/2026

2

Smart Trash Collecting and Segregating Bin

No. 404811-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 22/03/2024

3

Grass and Leaf Trimmer Device

No. 389505-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 19/01/2024

4

Modified Controlled Irrigation System

No. 396547-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 22/12/2023

5

Compact Vapor Sorption Analyzer

No. 379396-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 24/05/2023

6

Floor Heating System

No. 6262632 (UK)

UK Design Patent Granted on 28/02/2023

7

Battery Operated Air Cooler

No. 378844-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 17/05/2023

8

Spring-Assisted Exhaust Fan

No. 439496-001

Indian Design Patent Granted on 27/01/2025

9

Shape-Free Solar Panel

No. 202341035739

Utility Patent Published on 30/06/2023

10

Spiral Air Distribution System in Updraft Gasifier

No. 202341039958

Utility Patent Published on 22/09/2023

11

Impact-Resistant Hybrid Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composite for Helmet Shells

No. 202611018761

Process Patent Published on 08/05/2026

Research Focus Areas

Ejector Design & Optimisation

Novel ejector configurations (CRMC & CRKEC) for improved performance in refrigeration, propulsion and industrial systems.

Renewable Energy Systems

Sustainable energy solutions including solar PV/T systems, waste-to-energy conversion, and PCM-based thermal storage.

Computational Fluid Dynamics

High-fidelity numerical analysis of compressible flows, jet dynamics, and heat transfer phenomena using advanced CFD tools.

Publications

Journals: 47 (SCI/SCIE=33, Scopus/ESCI=14) | Conference Proceedings: 10 | Books: 3 | Book Chapters: 13 | Invited Talks: 5

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Books

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Book Chapters

Featured Journal Publications

SCIE · IF 6.9 · Q1 2013

Study of supersonic flow in a constant rate of momentum change (CRMC) ejector with frictional effects

Applied Thermal Engineering, 60(1): 61–71, Elsevier. ISSN: 1359-4311

SCI · IF 9.4 · Q1 2018

Realization of novel constant rate of kinetic energy change (CRKEC) supersonic ejector

Energy, 164: 694–706, Elsevier. ISSN: 0360-5442

SCI · IF 2.2 · Q2 2021

Numerical Assessment on Performance of CRMC Single and Two-Stage Ejector: A Comparative Study

Proc. IMechE Part E: J. Process Mechanical Engineering, 236(1): 114–125, Sage. ISSN: 2041-3009

SCIE · IF 7.5 · Q1 2023

Experimental probe into an automotive engine run on waste cooking oil biodiesel blend at varying engine speeds

Fuel, 346: 128364, Elsevier. ISSN: 1873-7153

SCIE · IF 2.3 · Q2 2026

Hydrodynamics of Confined Free-Falling Polyhedral Particles in Quiescent Fluids Under Varying Thermal Conditions

Journal of Fluids Engineering (2026), ASME. ISSN: 0098-2202

Sustainable Development Goals Impact

Source: Scopus Research Database

32

Total Articles

Research Impact by SDG

Goal 6: Clean Water (3)

Goal 7: Clean Energy (11)

Goal 8: Economic Growth (2)

Goal 9: Industry (9)

Goal 11: Sustainable Cities (3)

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption (5)

Goal 13: Climate Action (4)

Goal 14: Life Below Water (1)

Goal 17: Partnerships (4)

Total Research Impact

42 Articles

Across 9 Sustainable Development Goals

Invited Talks & Workshops

Invited Expert Lectures (5)

Writing a Synopsis for a PhD Research

Expert lecture for faculty & research scholars, Prerna College of Commerce, Nagpur, India

11 February 2023

Pedagogy of Scientific Writing, Reporting and Scholarly Networks

FDP Lecture, Feroze Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Raebareli, U.P.

19–23 June 2020

Tools and Techniques for Academic and Research Writing & Reporting

3-day FDP, R. R. Institute of Modern Technology, Lucknow, U.P.

18–23 May 2020

ICT in Advanced Teaching and Learning for Academicians

FDP, Electronics & ICT Academy, NIT Patna & MMMUT Gorakhpur (MeitY)

14–18 October 2019

ICT in Advanced Teaching and Learning for Academicians

FDP, Electronics & ICT Academy, NIT Patna & Dept. of Electrical Engineering, KNIT Sultanpur (MeitY)

26–30 March 2019

Conference/ FDP / Workshops Organised (6)

2 Days International Conference on "Advanced Design, Manufacturing and Sustainable Energy Systems"

Organizing Secretary | MMMUT Gorakhpur | CSTUP Funded

12–13 March, 2026

One-Week FDP on "Deep Learning and Applications"

Local Coordinator | KNIT Sultanpur | MeitY Scheme | AICTE/UGC/NBA endorsed

9–13 December 2019

One-Week FDP on "Natural Language Processing"

Local Coordinator | KNIT Sultanpur | MeitY Scheme | AICTE/UGC/NBA endorsed

6–10 January 2020

5-Day Workshop on "Mechatronics & Instrumentation"

Convener | TEQIP-III | Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, KNIT Sultanpur

18–22 October 2019

5-Day Hands-on Training Program on "AutoCAD Software"

Convener | KNIT Sultanpur

23–28 September 2019

One-Week Skill Deployment Program — "Academic Writing for Research Scholars (AWRS 2019)"

Convener | TEQIP-III | KNIT Sultanpur, U.P.

25–29 January 2019

Awards, Memberships & Research Supervision

Awards & Honours

Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Award 2025

For Journal Scientific Reports — recognised for exceptional editorial contributions and leadership in advancing scientific publishing.

HBTU Research Excellence Award 2024

Awarded by the Hon'ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh for outstanding research contributions in Mechanical Engineering — 27 September 2024.

Vice-Chancellor Appreciation — Funded Project Grant

Appreciation letter from the Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of HBTU Kanpur for securing ₹18.08 lakh CSTUP grant — 29 April 2024.

CoE Appreciation — Assistant Controller of Examination

Appreciation letter from the Controller of Examination, HBTU Kanpur — 23 April 2024.

GATE Qualified — GATE 2006 & GATE 2007

In Mechanical Engineering.

Professional Memberships

ASME

Member #000103749410

American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ISDS Japan

Associate Member

International Society for Development & Sustainability

IAENG

Member #239975

International Association of Engineers

TERA

Lifetime Member

Teaching & Education Research Association

ISRD

Member

International Society for Research and Development

Research Supervision

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PhD Scholars

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M.Tech Scholars

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B.Tech Projects

PhD / M.Tech Research Scholars

PhD Scholars

Mohd. Faizan
Full Time — MMMUT Gorakhpur
Mr. Atul Kumar
Part Time — Amity University, Lucknow
Mr. Indresh Verma
Full Time — HBTU Kanpur
Mr. Praveen Kumar Rai
Part Time — HBTU Kanpur
Dr. Arvind Kumar
Completed — K R Mangalam University, Gurugram

M.Tech Scholars (Completed)

Shambhu Pandit
NIET, 2023
Chandra Prakash Singh
KNIT, 2020
Kunwar Digamber Singh
KNIT, 2019

Contact

Get In Touch

Office Address

ME 202, Mechanical Engineering Department

Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology

Gorakhpur 273010, Uttar Pradesh, India

Email

vkme@mmmut.ac.in [Official]

veer.iitdmech@gmail.com [Personal]

Phone

+91 9235500553

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM