Assist. Prof. Dr. Chetan Mistry | Energy | Best Researcher Award

IIT Kharagpur, India

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Chetan S. Mistry began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from National Institute of Technology (NIT), Surat in 2000. He further specialized with a Master of Engineering in Turbomachinery from the same institution in 2003, graduating as the batch topper. He crowned his academic excellence with a Doctorate in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay in July 2014. His Ph.D. thesis titled “Experimental Investigations on the Performance of a Contra Rotating Fan Stage Under Clean and Distorted Inflow Conditions” reflects his deep engagement with turbomachinery dynamics and experimental fluid mechanics.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Mistry’s professional journey spans over two decades. Starting as a Trainee Engineer at Condor Footwear (India) Ltd., he transitioned into academia in 2001. His progression includes:

• Lecturer at C.K. Pithawalla College of Engineering & Technology (2001–2008),

• Assistant Professor at Babaria Institute of Technology (2008–2009),

• Teaching Assistant at IIT Bombay during his Ph.D. (2010–2014),

• Associate Professor at SRICT, Ankleshwar and Nirma University (2014–2016),

• Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at IIT Kharagpur since May 2016.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN ENERGY

Dr. Mistry’s research primarily revolves around aerothermodynamics and energy-efficient turbomachinery. His focus areas include:

• Performance augmentation of turbomachines

• Contra-rotating axial flow fan systems

• Advanced gas turbine blade cooling techniques

• Electric propulsion systems

• CFD and experimental analysis of turbo components

His work contributes significantly to the optimization of energy systems in aerospace and power generation, aligning with global goals of sustainable energy systems.

ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

• Award for Excellence in Thesis Work from IIT Bombay (2015)

• Topper in the ME (Turbomachines) 2003 batch at NIT Surat

• Recipient of the IGTI Young Engineer Travel Award at ASME TURBO EXPO-2013, Texas, USA

• Co-author of one of the Top Five Most Downloaded Papers (2013) in IMechE, Part A: Journal of Power and Energy

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Mistry has played influential roles at both national and international platforms:

• Trustee member of NCABE Trust

• Chair and Session Organizer at ASME Gas Turbine India, FMFP, NAPC, and ACGT

• International Organizing Committee Member for major conferences like IGTC (Japan) and ACGT (South Korea)

• Active reviewer for over ten reputed journals including Propulsion Power Research, Aerospace Science & Technology, JFM, and POF

• Member of professional bodies: ASME, ISTE, AIAA, IE (Fellow)

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Mistry’s pioneering work on contra-rotating fan systems and cooling techniques for gas turbines sets a benchmark for advanced turbomachinery design in India. His dedication to blending theoretical design with hands-on experimentation paves the way for next-gen researchers in energy-efficient systems and aerospace applications.

His legacy lies not only in academic publication and pedagogy, but also in his collaborative engagement in international conferences, mentoring roles, and curriculum development in propulsion and thermodynamics at IITs.

Looking ahead, his work on electric propulsion and sustainable aero systems is aligned with global transitions in aerospace energy systems.

 CONCLUSION

Dr. Chetan S. Mistry exemplifies the ideal synergy of academic excellence, research innovation, and professional leadership. With a firm foundation in turbomachinery and a forward-looking research trajectory in electric propulsion and cooling systems, he continues to influence both Indian and global scientific communities in aerospace and energy domains. His contributions are a testimony to vision-driven research and student-centered teaching.

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