EVENT

Workshop

Future Energy And THermal Engineering Research

(FEATHER - 2025)

24th - 28th September 2025

THEME

"Advancements in Heat Transfer and Thermal Management in Engineering"

Heat Transfer and Thermal management has become a cornerstone of modern engineering, addressing critical challenges in energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. As the demand for innovative solutions to global energy issues escalates, the need to optimize thermal performance across diverse engineering applications is more crucial than ever. Under the theme "Advancement in Heat Transfer and Thermal Management in Engineering," this workshop will explore state-of-the-art methodologies and groundbreaking advancements in managing thermal energy within complex systems.

Objectives

Knowledge Sharing: Provide a platform for researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to discuss recent advancements in thermal management.
Skill Development: Conduct hands-on sessions on simulation tools and experimental techniques used in thermal management studies.
Collaboration and Networking: Foster interdisciplinary collaboration to drive innovation in thermal engineering.
Sustainability Focus: Explore sustainable solutions and practices to address global energy and environmental challenges.

Key Features

Keynote Speakers: Insights from leading experts in thermal management and energy systems.
Technical Workshops: Interactive sessions on cutting-edge technologies and practices.
Panel Discussions: Engage in discussions on the future directions and challenges in thermal engineering.
Poster Presentations: Showcase innovative research and novel ideas in the field of thermal management.
Research Talks: Insightful presentations by researchers sharing groundbreaking advancements and innovative solutions in thermal management and energy systems.

Target Audience

This workshop is designed for:

Researchers and academics in the field of thermal sciences.
Industry professionals involved in energy systems, electronics, automotive, and aerospace engineering.
Students and early-career engineers seeking insights into advanced thermal management techniques.
Policymakers and sustainability advocates interested in energy efficiency and thermal innovation.

Join us at FEATHER-2025 to delve into the latest breakthroughs and future trends in thermal management. Together, let us shape the future of energy and thermal engineering research.

FEATHER-2025

Speakers

Anandaroop Bhattacharya

Professor

I.I.T. Kharagpur

Prof. Anandaroop Bhattacharya is an esteemed academic and researcher in the field of Thermal and Fluids Engineering. He holds a B.Tech. (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur (1997), an M.S. (1999), and a Ph.D. (2001) in Thermal and Fluids Sciences from the University of Colorado at Boulder, USA. Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Kharagpur since December 2022, his research spans electronic packaging and cooling, microscale transport phenomena, porous media flow, energy engineering, and Li-ion battery thermal management. With an impressive career across academia and industry, including leadership roles at GE, Intel, and General Motors, Prof. Bhattacharya has made significant contributions to thermal management systems, sustainable technologies, and advanced cooling solutions. He has been recognized with numerous awards, including the INAE Young Engineer Award, Faculty Excellence Award at IIT Kharagpur, and multiple patents.

Sandip Kumar Saha

Professor

I.I.T. Bombay

Prof. Sandip Kumar Saha is a renowned academic and researcher specializing in Mechanical Engineering. He completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, in 2009, following his M.Sc. (Engg.) at IISc in 2005 and a B.E. from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, in 2002. Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Bombay since April 2022, Prof. Saha’s research encompasses heat transfer, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), electronic cooling using microchannels, phase change materials, and nanofluids, as well as thermal energy storage, solar energy, green buildings, multi-phase flow, and advanced cooling technologies. His pioneering contributions to thermal management systems, sustainable energy, and computational fluid mechanics have solidified his reputation as a leading expert in the field.

Amaresh Dalal

Professor

I.I.T. Guwahati

Prof. Amaresh Dalal is an esteemed academic and researcher in the field of Thermal and Fluids Engineering. He holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College, North Bengal University, an M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Fluids and Thermal Engineering) from IIT Guwahati, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences) from IIT Kanpur. Currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Guwahati since September 2019, his research spans Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Heat Transfer, Multiphase Flows, Natural and Mixed Convection Flows, Electrochemical Energy Systems, and advanced numerical methods such as Structured Grid Techniques and Finite Volume Methods. With a focus on both computational and experimental approaches, including the development of in-house solvers like AnuPravaha, Prof. Dalal has made significant contributions to fluid dynamics, thermal sciences, and sustainable energy technologies.

Varun

Associate Professor

N.I.T. Hamirpur

Dr. Varun is a renowned academic and researcher specializing in Renewable Energy and Heat Transfer. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Hamirpur in 2010, following his M.Tech. from IIT Roorkee in 2004 and B.E. from MJP Rohilkhand University in 2002. Currently serving as an Associate Professor and SJVN Chair Associate Professor, Dr. Varun's research focuses on small hydro, solar thermal, bioenergy, turbo-machines, life cycle assessment, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). His innovative approach combines rigorous mathematical frameworks with practical applications, advancing modern energy management. A BASE (Bhaskara Advanced Solar Energy) Fellow and Associate Editor for Energy Exploration and Exploitation (SAGE), Dr. Varun's contributions to sustainable energy and heat transfer have established him as a leading expert in the field.

Ajoy Debbarma

Assistant Professor (Grade-I)

N.I.T. Hamirpur

Dr. Ajoy Debbarma is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in Solar Thermal Systems, Boiling Heat Transfer, and Thermal Management. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from NIT Silchar in 2017, following his M.Tech. in 2013 and B.Tech. in 2011 from the Tripura Institute of Technology, Narsingarh. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Grade-I) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at NIT Hamirpur, Dr. Debbarma focuses on innovative studies in "reverse flow solar air heaters," "battery thermal management," and "heat transfer under externally applied magnetic fields," utilizing both experimental and computational approaches (CFD). His ongoing sponsored projects include "Experimental and Numerical Study on a Battery Thermal Management System by Mist Jet Impingement Integrated Forced-Air Convection" and "Understanding Flow Boiling Behaviour and Heat Transfer Enhancement with Ferrofluids under Externally Magnetic Field," reflecting his commitment to advancing energy and thermal system technologies.

FEATHER-2025

Organizing Committee