Vadodara, Gujarat, India ▪ [email protected] ▪ +91 8320799064 SUMMARY STATEMENT
Award-winning Mechanical Engineering Associate Professor and Researcher with over 10+ years’ experience, 35+ publications with 200+ citations, 3 books, and multiple national and international paper presentations. Career includes supervising investigative projects for undergraduate and graduate level students, teaching various mechanical engineering courses at the graduate and post-graduate level, and orchestrating technical events.
Innovative researcher with an affinity for pioneering study of Thermal Fatigue and Heat Transfer analysis; reputation for developing the ShuklaMehta Theory to predict thermal fatigue failures. Multilingual with fluency in English, Hindi, and Gujarati (IELTS Band 7 Overall).
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D), Mechanical Engineering – Center of Research and Development, Rai University (2014–2018) Topic “Development of an algorithm for life cycle prediction of induction furnace wall”; Guidance of Dr. Dipesh D Shukla.
Master of Engineering (M.E.), Thermal Science - R K College of Engineering, Gujarat Technological University (2010-2012)
First Class Distinction and Dissertation Thesis on Thermal Fatigue Analysis of Induction Melting Furnace Wall under guidance of Dr. C D Shankhavara.
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering – Shri U.V. Patel College of Engineering (2003-2007)
First Class Distinction.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Advanced Mathematical Modelling for Low Cycle Thermal Fatigue Analysis Finite Element Analysis for Thermal and Mechanical Coupled Field Problems Computational Fluid Dynamic Analysis for various Aerodynamic Problems Fracture and Failure Analysis with various Life Cycle Methods
Advanced Heat Transfer Analysis and Thermal Design of Components
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
VADODARA INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING 2014 – 2018
Assistant Professor
Taught Undergraduate subjects, including Engineering Graphics, Elements of Mechanical Engineering, Heat and Mass Transfer, Engineering Thermodynamics, and Fluid Mechanics. Guided research projects for final-year students in the undergraduate program.
Coordinated numerous events to enhance educational quality and faculty professional development: o State-Level Seminars on “CNC Automation Technology and Programming”, “Research and
Developments in Automotive Engineering”, “Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing”, “National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering”, and “Recent Developments in Mechanical Engineering”.
Participated in National Policy Framework for Student Start Up Policy at Gujarat Technological
University.
Served as a Reviewer for International Journal of Science, Engineering and Research (IJSER) and
International Journal of Research and Technology (IJRET).
NOBLE GROUP OF INSTITUTION 2012 – 2014 I/C Head of Department
Delivered instruction on multiple undergraduate subjects, such as Engineering Graphics, Elements of Mechanical Engineering, Heat and Mass Transfer, Engineering Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics. Mentored students on research projects (final-year undergraduates and post-graduates). Assumed duties of “In-Charge” Principal for 2 months.
Guided post-graduate research projects for several students, including Dissertations: “Effect of
Material Properties on Thermal Fatigue Life of Induction Furnace Wall”, “Optimization of wall thickness of Induction Furnace for minimum heat loss”, and “Advance Automation of Convectional Lathe Machine”.
Organized “TECHNOKHOJ ‘14” as Event Coordinator; a National-Level Technical Symposium.
NOBLE ENGINEERING COLLEGE 2008 – 2010
Lecturer
Taught Undergraduate subjects, including Engineering Graphics, Elements of Mechanical Engineering, Kinematics of Machines and Material Science. Supported students with Paper Presentation Events and worked as GTU coordinator for University Exams. Prepared timetables for the Mechanical Engineering Department.
Appointed Nodal Officer for online admission process by the Admission Committee for Professional
Courses.
DOSHION LIMITED 2007 – 2008
R & D Engineer
Planned, scheduled, and executed functions to support new product development for a water treatment system. Assisted with marketing new product and boosting awareness with industrial customers.
Developed a standard product for an Industrial Reverse Osmosis Plant; included prototyping,
development, and testing. Assessed reverse osmosis plant standards for different flow rates and customer requirements.
HONORS & AWARDS
“Pedagogical Innovation Award” from Gujarat Technological University for Outstanding
Contribution in Gujarat Innovation Council
“Best Research Paper Award” at National Conference on “Recent Research and Development in
Core Disciples of Engineering” at Vadodara Institute of Engineering
“Best Faculty Award” at Vadodara Institute of Engineering for Best Performance in terms of
Teaching, Administration and Research
PUBLICATIONS & BOOKS
1. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. C D Shankhavara, “CFD Analysis of Induction Furnace – Review”, International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Applications in Engineering, Technology and Sciences, ISBN No. 978-81-906220-3-5, March 2012.
2. Leena Rola, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Working of Centrifugal Pump as Hydraulic Turbine - A Review”, International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Applications in Engineering, Technology and Sciences, ISBN No. 978-81-906220-3-5, March 2012.
3. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Akash D Raiyani, Vikash R Gondaliya, “Thermal Fatigue Analysis of Induction Melting Furnace for Silica Ramming Mass”, International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, ISSN No. 2250-2459, Volume 3, Issue 2, pp 357-362, February 2013.
PUBLICATIONS & BOOKS (CONTINUED)
4. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Vipul B Gondaliya, Jayesh V Gundania, “Application of Different Numerical Methods in Heat Transfer - A Review”, International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, ISSN No. 2250-2459, Volume 3, Issue 2, pp 363-368, February 2013.
5. Vimal R Nakum, Kevin M Vyas, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Research on Induction Furnace – Review”, International Journal of Science and Engineering Applications, ISSN No. 2319-7560, Volume 2, Issue 6, pp 141-144, April 2013.
6. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Viral V Shiyani, Jemish R Nasit, “Metal Forming Analysis”, International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, ISSN No. 2250-2459, Volume 3, Issue 5, pp 190-196, May 2013.
7. Vipul Gondaliya, Mehul Pujara, Nirajkumar C Mehta, "Transient Heat Transfer Analysis of Induction Furnace by Using Finite Element Analysis", International Journal of Applied Research, ISSN No. 2249-555X, Volume 3, Issue 8, pp 231-234, August 2013.
8. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Vasim G Machhar, Ravi K Popat, "Thermal Fatigue Analysis of Induction Furnace Wall for Alumina Ramming Mass", International Journal of Science and Engineering Applications, ISSN No. 2319-7560, Volume 2, Issue 10, pp 186-190, October 2013.
9. Prakash N Parmar, Vikash R Gondaliya, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Review on Advance Automation of Conventional Lathe Machine”, International Journal of Engineering Development and Research, ISSN No. 2321-9939, Volume 2, Issue 2, pp 2452-2456, June 2014.
10. Prakash N Parmar, Nirajkumar C Mehta, Manish V Trivedi, “Investigation on Automation of Lathe Machine”, International Journal of Emerging Technology and Advanced Engineering, ISSN No. 2250-2459, Volume 4, Issue 5, pp 524-529, May 2014.
11. Akash D. Raiyani, N. R. Sheth, Nirajkumar C Mehta, "Thermal Analysis of Hot Wall Condenser for Domestic Refrigerator", International Journal of Science and Research, ISSN No. 2319-7064, Volume 3, Issue 7, pp 622-626, July 2014.
12. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dipesh D Shukla, Ravi K Popat, "Optimization of Wall Thickness for Minimum Heat Loss for Induction Furnace by FEA", Indian Foundry Journal, ISSN No. 0379-5446, Volume 60, Issue 12, pp 19-25, December 2014.
13. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Pragnesh D Kandoliya, “Comparison of Finite Difference Method and Finite Element Method for 2 D Transient Heat Transfer Problem”, National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering, Vadodara, Volume: 2, April 2015.
14. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Vishvash B Rajyaguru, “Numerical Analysis of Furnace: Review”, National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering, Vadodara, Volume: 2, April 2015. CV: Dr. Nirajkumar C Mehta
15. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Vishvash B Rajyaguru, “Thermal Fatigue Analysis of Induction Furnace Wall for Zirconia”, National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering, Vadodara, Volume: 2, April 2015.
16. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Pragnesh D Kandoliya, “Review on Solar Evaporative Cooing”, National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering, Vadodara, Volume: 2, April 2015.
Aided Process Planning and Control in Foundries”, National Conference on Recent Research and Development in Core Disciplines of Engineering, Vadodara, Volume: 2, April 2015.
18. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Thermal Fatigue Analysis of Induction Furnace Wall for Magnesia Ramming Mass”, ASME 2015 Applied Mechanics and Materials Conference, At Seattle, Washington, United States of America, June 2015.
19. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Tanuja Mishra, “United States Model for Industry Academia Relationship Implementable in India”, Conference on Challenges and Opportunities in Technical Education in the Era of Sustainable Development, At Uka Tarsadia University, Volume: 1, Ocober 2015.
20. Vijaykumar F Pipalia, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Investigation on Reciprocating Air Compressors - A Review”, International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, ISSN No. 0976-3031, Volume 6, Issue 12, pp 7735-7739, December 2015.
21. Pragnesh D Kandolia, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “A Recent Review of Refrigerant 1234yf and R-1234ze (E)”, International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, ISSN No. 2349-5162, Volume 3, Issue 11, pp 59-64, November 2016.
22. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Pragnesh D Kundalia, “Advanced Mathematical Modeling of Heat Transfer in Induction Furnace Wall of Zirconia”, International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology, ISSN No. 2278-0181, Volume 5, Issue 12, pp 176-181, December 2016.
23. Pragnesh D Kandolia, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Design of Ejector for Cooling Load 1 Kw and Evaporator Temperature 5⁰C”, National Conference on "Emerging Trends in Engineering", ISBN No. 978-93-84659-91-2, At Tolani Polytechnic, Adipur, Volume: 1, December 2016.
24. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Pragnesh D Kundalia, “Advanced Heat Transfer Analysis of Alumina Based Refractory Wall of Induction Furnace”, National Conference on "Emerging Trends in Engineering", ISBN No. 978-93-84659-91-2, At Tolani Polytechnic, Adipur, Volume: 1, December 2016. 25. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Prediction of Life Cycle of Induction Furnace Wall for Silica Ramming Mass”, International Journal of Thermal Technologies, ISSN No. 2277-4114, Volume 6 Issue 4, pp 364-372, December 2016.
26. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Finite Difference Analysis of Induction Furnace Wall for Magnesia Ramming Mass”, SSRG International Journal of Thermal Engineering, ISSN No. 2395-0250, Volume 3, Issue 1, pp 1-7, January 2017.
27. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Computational Investigation of Furnace Wall for Silica Ramming Mass with FDM”, International Journal of Advanced Engineering Research and Science, ISSN No. 2456-1908, Volume 4, Issue 2, pp 133-139, February 2017.
28. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Stress Life Analysis of Induction Furnace Wall for Magnesia Ramming Mass”, IOSR Journal of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, e-ISSN: 2278-1684, p-ISSN: 2320-334X, Volume 14, Issue 1, pp 60-70, February 2017. CV: Dr. Nirajkumar C Mehta
29. Kaushik Parmar, Osama Gora, Kashyap Desai, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “A Practical Attempt to Improve Performance of Heat Exchanger”, International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas in Education, ISSN 2395-4396, Volume 3, Issue 1, March 2017.
PUBLICATIONS & BOOKS (CONTINUED)
30. Achyut Chauhan, Heval Saxena, Nirajkumar C Mehta, A Review on FEA of Connecting Rod of I.C. Engine, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology, ISSN(Online): 2319-8753, ISSN (Print): 2347-6710, Volume 6, Issue 3, March 2017.
31. Pragnesh D Kandolia, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Recent Research on Cryogenic Storage Tank: A Review”, International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology, ISSN: 2321-9653, Volume 5, Issue 4, April 2017.
32. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, “Mathematical Modelling for Life Cycle Forecasting of Zirconia Based Furnace Wall”, International Journal of Advance Research and Innovative Ideas in Education, ISSN 2395-4396, Volume 3, Issue 4, April 2017.
33. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Vishvas B. Rajyaguru, “Investigation on Automated Guided Vehicle: Review”, Rajsthan Science Congress 2017, Amity University, Jaipur.
34. Nirajkumar C Mehta, Dr. Dipesh D Shukla, Comparison of Life Cycle for Various Refractory Materials of Induction Melting Furnace Wall under Thermal Fatigue Loading Conditions”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development, e-ISSN (O): 4470, p-ISSN (P): 2348-6406, Volume 5, Issue 01, January -2018.
35. Patil Kaushal, Makwana Arjunsinh, Arab Mohammadazhar, Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Mathematically Advanced Computational Heat Transfer Analysis of Cylindrical and Spherical Induction Furnaces: Review”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development, e-ISSN (O): 2348-4470, p-ISSN (P): 2348-6406, Volume 5, Issue 02, February -2018.
36. Ronik Varia, Sachin Vasani, Rahul Varma, Dr. Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Review of Solar Heating Furnace Development”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development, e-ISSN (O): 2348-4470, p-e-ISSN (P): 2348-6406, Volume 5, Issue 03, March -2018.
37. Rahul Waghela, Shreyas Parmar, Susmit Vasava, Dr. Nirajkumar C Mehta, “Review of Refractory Materials for Innovative Investigation and Testing”, International Journal of Advance Engineering and Research Development, e-ISSN (O): 2348-4470, p-ISSN (P): 2348-6406, Volume 5, Issue 03, March -2018.
BOOKS:
Dr. Nirajkumar Mehta, Prakash Parmar, “How to Convert Traditional Lathe Machine into CNC
Machine”: Innovative Automation and Retrofitting Approach, Scholars’ Press, Germany, ISBN No. 978-620-2-31053-6, April-2018.
Dr. Nirajkumar Mehta, Vasim Machhar, “Significance of Material Properties Change for Induction
Furnace Wall”: Finite Element Analysis Approach, Scholars’ Press, Germany, ISBN No. 978-620-2-31083-3, April-2018.
Dr. Nirajkumar Mehta, Ravi Popat, “Advanced Optimization of Induction Furnace Refractory Wall”:
