Dr. Mukilarasan Nedunchezhiyan | Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Academy of Maritime Education and Training, India
Author Profile
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. N. Mukilarasan embarked on his academic journey in mechanical engineering with a B.E. degree from Annamalai University in 2009, followed by a Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Thermal Power Engineering from the same institution in 2011. His doctoral research, completed in 2022 at Annamalai University, focused on:
“Comprehensive Thermal Evaluation and Fluid Flow Analysis of Fluidized Bed Cooling Tower with Various Bed Elevations and Spherical Balls” – a testament to his expertise in advanced thermal systems and heat transfer.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
With over 12.5 years of teaching experience, Dr. Mukilarasan has significantly contributed to mechanical engineering education across leading engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at AMET University, Chennai. He has also served at institutions such as:
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Jeppiaar Institute of Technology
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Jeppiaar SRR Engineering College
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Prince Dr. K. Vasudevan College of Engineering and Technology
His administrative roles include:
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Department NAAC Coordinator
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Criterion-4 College-Level Manager
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AICTE Coordinator
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IQAC Coordinator
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Member of R&D cell
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON ENGINEERING
Dr. Mukilarasan’s core research interests span:
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Heat Transfer
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Solar Energy Systems
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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
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Combustion
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Energy Recovery from Waste
He is a recognized supervisor at AMET University, currently co-supervising a Ph.D. candidate. He has also motivated and guided students in publishing innovative research works.
ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION
Awards & Honors:
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Recognized as an Outstanding Reviewer – Journal of Applied Science and Technology (May 2022) -
Two review acknowledgments – Thermal Science and Engineering Progress (Feb–Mar 2025)
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Recognized Supervisor – AMET University
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Mukilarasan’s influence is evident in his:
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Teaching excellence across thermal engineering disciplines, including Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer, Gas Dynamics, and Power Plant Engineering.
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Industry-academic bridging efforts, organizing seminars like “Mechanical Engineering Insights for Placement Readiness.”
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Regular participation in international and national conferences, faculty development programs, and workshops on emerging technologies in mechanical engineering.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Mukilarasan is paving the way for:
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Sustainable mechanical systems, especially in renewable energy and waste management.
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Expanding student research mentorship and policy-aligned academic frameworks through IQAC and NAAC.
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Building an interdisciplinary bridge between traditional thermal engineering and modern energy materials like perovskites and silicon carbide.
His continuous involvement in academic workshops, FDPs, and national-level technical symposia ensures he remains at the forefront of innovation and pedagogy.
CONCLUSION
Dr. N. Mukilarasan stands out as a dynamic educator, prolific researcher, and influential academic leader in the field of mechanical engineering. His focus on thermal systems, renewable energy, and academic development positions him as a key contributor to India’s engineering education and research landscape. With strong academic indices, funded proposals, and an enduring passion for innovation, he continues to inspire students and shape future technologies.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION:
CFD-based optimization of solar water heating systems: Integrating evacuated tube and flat plate collectors for enhanced efficiency
Authors: Mukilarasan Nedunchezhiyan, Sathiyamoorthi Ramalingam, Poyyamozhi Natesan, Senthil Sampath
Journal: Case Studies in Thermal Engineering
Year: 2025
Enhancing Thermal Efficiency in Fluidized Bed Cooling Towers: An Experimental Approach to Bed Design
Authors: Mukilarasan Nedunchezhiyan, Ravikumar Jayabal, Sathiyamoorthi Ramalingam, Senthil S
Journal: Isı Bilimi ve Tekniği Dergisi
Year: 2025
Sustainable production of bio-fuel derived from vegetable waste via pyrolysis technique
Authors: Mukilarasan Nedunchezhiyan, Gopal Kaliyaperumal, Melvin Victor De Poures, Sivanantham Arunachalam, Poyyamozhi Nadesan, Venkatesh Rathinavelu, Naveen Subbaiyan, Vaishnavi Mahadevan
Journal: Environmental Quality Management
Year: 2024
Experimental evaluation and neural network modelling of reactivity-controlled compression ignition engine using cashew nut shell oil biodiesel-alumina nanoparticle blend and gasoline injection
Authors: Lionus Leo G M, Chrispin Das M, Ravikumar Jayabal, Murugapoopathi S, Srinivasan D, Mukilarasan N
Journal: Energy
Year: 2023
Recycle of bio‐waste banana and sisal fiber filled harmlessness epoxy hybrid composite for automotive roof application
Authors: Gopal Kaliyaperumal, Mukilarasan Nedunchezhiyan, Poyyamozhi Natesan, Melvin Victor Depoures, Sivanantham Arunachalam, Venkatesh R, Naveen Subbaiyan
Journal: Environmental Quality Management
Year: 2023