Mr. Yogesh KumarYadav | Tribology | Best Researcher Award

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY HAMIRPUR HIMACHAL PRADESH- India

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Early Academic Pursuits

Yogesh Kumar Yadav’s journey in the field of Mechanical Engineering began with a strong academic foundation. Born on November 1st, 1985, in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India, Yogesh pursued his early education at Maharaja Agresen Inter College, Moradabad-UP. He completed his Class XII with a commendable 78.6% and Class X with 73.1%, both from U.P. Board, Allahabad. His passion for engineering led him to Baba Sahib Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Etawah-UP, where he graduated with a B-Tech in Mechanical Engineering, securing a 7.37 CPI. He further honed his skills by completing an M-Tech in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Product Design & Development from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Allahabad-UP, achieving a 7.21 CPI. Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur-HP, with a CPI of 8.69.

Professional Endeavors

Yogesh Kumar Yadav’s professional career spans approximately 10 years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor. He started his teaching journey at Moradabad Institute of Technology, Moradabad-UP, where he served for about 1.5 years from August 11th, 2009, to January 28th, 2011. He then joined IIMT Engineering College, Meerut-UP, contributing his expertise for 4.5 years from January 29th, 2011, to July 29th, 2015. His dedication and commitment to teaching continued at IMS Engineering College, Ghaziabad-UP, where he worked for another 4 years from August 3rd, 2015, to July 19th, 2019. His extensive teaching experience reflects his dedication to nurturing future engineers.

Contributions and Research Focus

Yogesh Kumar Yadav’s research primarily focuses on tribology, particularly erosion wear in slurry flow and hydro-turbine materials. His research has resulted in significant contributions to the field, with numerous publications in reputable journals. Some of his notable journal publications include:

• “Tribological models for erosive wear in slurry flow-A Review” in Johnson Matthey Technology Review (2025), indexed in Web of Science, with an impact factor of 2.3.
• “Prediction of erosive wear-A novel mathematical model” in Tribology International (2024), indexed in Web of Science, with an impact factor of 6.2.
• “Insights to improve the tribo-performance of materials used under slurry erosion applications: A Review” in I Mech E Part L: Journal of Materials: Design and Applications (2023), with an impact factor of 2.5.
• “A treatise on retrofitting of hydro-turbine materials” and “Mechanisms of slurry erosion in coatings of hydro-turbines” in Materials Today: Proceedings (2022), indexed in SCOPUS.

Accolades and Recognition

Yogesh Kumar Yadav has received several accolades for his outstanding contributions to mechanical engineering research. He was awarded the best paper award for his presentation on “Exploration on Wear Characteristics: Performance of Gears of Polyamide 66” at the ITME 2019: International Conference on Innovative Technologies in Mechanical Engineering, KIET Group of Institutions, Ghaziabad, India. He also presented a paper titled “Selection of Rapid Prototyping Techniques for New Product Development: An Axiomatic Design Approach” at the NPDC-09 PDMA India IV Annual International Conference, IIT Madras, Chennai, India, in December 2009.

Impact and Influence

Yogesh Kumar Yadav’s research has had a significant impact on the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in understanding and mitigating erosion wear in mechanical systems. His innovative models and approaches have provided valuable insights into improving the durability and performance of materials used in harsh environments. His work has been widely recognized and cited, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in tribology and mechanical engineering.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking forward, Yogesh Kumar Yadav aims to continue his research in tribology, focusing on developing advanced materials and coatings to enhance the performance and lifespan of mechanical systems. His dedication to teaching and research ensures that he will continue to influence and inspire the next generation of engineers. His future contributions are expected to further the understanding of wear mechanisms and lead to practical solutions in industrial applications.