Anu Mittal | Mechanics | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Anu Mittal | Mechanics | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Anu Mittal | Mechanics | Assistant Professor at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology | India

Dr. Anu Mittal is an accomplished Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering with over 20 years of combined industry and academic experience, bringing a strong balance of practical engineering expertise and scholarly excellence. Dr. Anu Mittal earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Thapar University, Patiala, an M.Tech. in Thermal Engineering from NIT Kurukshetra, and a B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from BCET, Gurdaspur. Dr. Anu Mittal began a professional career as a Design Engineer at Fluor Daniel India Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon, gaining eight years of intensive industry experience in piping system design and stress analysis for petrochemical plants and refineries. Transitioning to academia, Dr. Anu Mittal has served in teaching and research roles at GIMT Kurukshetra, NIT Kurukshetra, Thapar University, and currently at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala. Research interests of Dr. Anu Mittal include thermal engineering, design optimization, and industrial system analysis, with notable involvement in a collaborative NTPC project on pneumatic fly-ash conveying systems. Dr. Anu Mittal’s technical skills span stress analysis, system optimization, and industry-oriented problem-solving, earning professional recognition for impactful teaching, research collaboration, and sustained contributions to mechanical engineering education and practice.

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Featured Publications

An investigation into flow mode transition and pressure fluctuations for fluidized dense-phase pneumatic conveying of fine powders
A. Mittal, S. S. Mallick, P. W. Wypych
Particuology, Vol. 16, pp. 187–195, 2014
Citations: 26

An investigation into pressure fluctuations for fluidized dense-phase pneumatic transport of fine powders
A. Mittal, S. S. Mallick, P. W. Wypych
Powder Technology, Vol. 277, pp. 163–170, 2015
Citations: 23

On developing improved modelling and scale-up procedures for pneumatic conveying of fine powders
B. Kaur, A. Mittal, P. Wypych, S. S. Mallick, S. Jana
Powder Technology, Vol. 305, pp. 270–278, 2017
Citations: 20

On developing improved modelling for particle velocity and solids friction for fluidized dense-phase pneumatic transport systems
K. Sharma, S. S. Mallick, A. Mittal, R. Pan
Powder Technology, Vol. 332, pp. 41–55, 2018
Citations: 12

An evaluation of testing and modeling procedure for solids friction factor for fluidized dense-phase pneumatic conveying of fine powders
K. Sharma, S. S. Mallick, A. Mittal
Particulate Science and Technology, Vol. 39(1), pp. 62–73, 2021
Citations: 11

A study of energy loss due to particle to particle and wall collisions during fluidized dense-phase pneumatic transport
K. Sharma, S. S. Mallick, A. Mittal
Powder Technology, Vol. 362, pp. 707–716, 2020
Citations: 11

Jozef Svetlík | Mechanics | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík | Mechanics | Excellence in Research Award 

Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík | Mechanics | Professor at Technical University of Kosice | Slovakia

Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík is a highly accomplished academic and engineering scientist recognized for his pioneering contributions to Production Engineering, Automation, Robotics, and Advanced Manufacturing Systems, distinguished by his long-term service at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Košice. Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík completed his engineering studies and later earned his Ph.D. in Automation and Control, followed by habilitation in Production Technology and promotion to Full Professor in Manufacturing Technology, establishing a strong academic foundation. Throughout his professional journey, Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík has served as Professional Assistant, Associate Professor, Head of Department, and academic leader responsible for supervising doctoral students, coordinating scientific projects, managing engineering laboratories, and advancing robotic and automated manufacturing curricula. His research interests encompass robotic cell optimization, thermodynamic efficiency of heat engines, simulation-based manufacturing improvement, CAD/CAM systems, industrial automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík possesses strong research skills in modeling and simulation, MATLAB computation, robotic trajectory optimization, production system analysis, heat engine evaluation, and design of automated workplaces using modern CAE tools. His work has been featured in respected academic platforms, and he has contributed to international research collaborations addressing efficiency improvement, carbon footprint reduction, and robotics-driven industrial innovation. Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík has received honors for academic excellence, contributions to engineering education, leadership in research teams, and active participation in scientific conferences and professional committees. He has also engaged in several funded projects that strengthen Europe’s industrial modernization and digital transformation goals. In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Jozef Svetlík remains a leading figure in engineering research whose impactful scientific work, commitment to student development, and sustained contributions to automation and robotics position him as a valuable contributor to global manufacturing innovation and academic advancement.

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Featured Publications

  1. Svetlík, J. (2023). Optimization of robotic cell operations through multi-criteria analysis. Citations: 12.

  2. Svetlík, J. (2022). Thermodynamic evaluation of heat-engine efficiency improvements. Citations: 18.

  3. Svetlík, J. (2021). MATLAB-based computational analysis of truss systems in engineering design. Citations: 9.

  4. Svetlík, J. (2023). Simulation modelling for enhanced productivity in manufacturing processes. Citations: 7.

  5. Svetlík, J. (2022). 3D printing applications for automated manufacturing systems. Citations: 15.

  6. Svetlík, J. (2020). Advanced CAD/CAM integration for robotic workplace design. Citations: 21.

  7. Svetlík, J. (2021). Industrial automation frameworks for next-generation smart factories. Citations: 14.