Rooholla Talebitooti | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Rooholla Talebitooti | Mechanical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Rooholla Talebitooti | Mechanical Engineering – Professor at Iran University of Science and Technology, Iran

Professor Roohollah Talebitooti is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in acoustic-structural interactions, noise transmission, advanced composites, and vibration control of complex systems. Currently serving as a full professor at the Iran University of Science and Technology in Tehran, he has made a significant impact in both theoretical and applied research across various sub-disciplines including porous materials, vehicle dynamics, and smart structure design. With over a decade of academic leadership, he has established himself as a pioneering figure in acoustics and mechanical vibration studies, collaborating across international platforms to advance engineering science.

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Education

Professor Talebitooti earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in 2009 from the Iran University of Science and Technology, a premier institution recognized for its rigorous technical education and innovation-led research. His academic foundation combines strong analytical modeling capabilities with experimental validation approaches, which he refined throughout his doctoral and post-doctoral pursuits. His continuous educational growth is reflected not only in formal degrees but also in his up-to-date contributions to the evolving fields of acoustic materials and structural dynamics.

Experience

Professor Talebitooti has built an illustrious academic career through his tenure at the Iran University of Science and Technology, where he has held key teaching and research positions. As a faculty member, he has mentored graduate and doctoral students in complex mechanical systems and noise control design, while also leading research projects that intersect structural engineering and material science. His experience includes extensive collaboration with scholars across disciplines, grant writing, and publishing in high-impact international journals. His ability to bridge computational models with real-world applications has earned him respect in both academic and industrial circles.

Research Interest

Professor Talebitooti’s research interests are centered around acoustic wave propagation, vibration control in aerospace and automotive systems, laminated and porous composite structures, and nonlinear dynamics in engineering design. He has contributed to advancements in auxetic core materials, flexoelectric shell behavior, and the integration of control strategies to enhance sound insulation in advanced structures. His focus on noise mitigation through structural modification is both timely and technologically critical, given current global challenges in transportation and aerospace industries.

Awards and Recognition

Throughout his career, Professor Talebitooti has earned numerous accolades for his contributions to mechanical engineering, particularly in structural acoustics and vibration mechanics. His inclusion in editorial roles and peer recognition through citations is indicative of the widespread influence of his work. He has been commended at national and institutional levels for both academic excellence and mentorship. His consistent output and relevance to emerging challenges place him in a strong position for the Best Researcher Award.

Publications

📘 Non-alignment effects on the frequency behaviors of sandwich stepped cylindrical shells with auxetic 3D-ARCS core, Thin-Walled Structures, 2025 – cited by 22 articles.
🛩️ Acoustic characteristics improve of doubly curved aerospace systems considering an optimum control strategy, Aerospace Science and Technology, 2025 – cited by 16 articles.
🔊 Effect of Three-Dimensional auxetic honeycomb core on behavior of sound transmission loss in shallow sandwich cylindrical shell, Composite Structures, 2025 – cited by 18 articles.
💡 On size-dependent wave propagation of flexoelectric nanoshells interacted with internal moving fluid flow, Waves in Random and Complex Media, 2024 – cited by 25 articles.
🔧 Enhancement of sound transmission through an aircraft structure modeled as a doubly curved shell under uncertainty considering robust H∞ controller, Journal of Vibration and Control, 2024 – cited by 10 articles.
🔥 Hygrothermal vibro-buckling of FG ceramic-steel porous consolidated conical-conical shells, Thin-Walled Structures, 2024 – cited by 14 articles.
⚙️ A comparative study on vibration suppression and energy harvesting via mono-, bi-, and tri-stable piezoelectric nonlinear energy sinks, Nonlinear Dynamics, 2024 – cited by 21 articles.

Conclusion

In summary, Professor Roohollah Talebitooti embodies the excellence, innovation, and academic rigor that the Best Researcher Award seeks to recognize. His profound influence on the development of acoustics and vibration control technologies, coupled with his dedication to research dissemination and student mentorship, make him a strong and deserving candidate. Through his dynamic and forward-looking approach, Professor Talebitooti has not only contributed to foundational science but also advanced practical solutions for engineering challenges that impact aerospace, automotive, and civil systems globally. His scholarly impact and sustained research output underscore his eligibility for this prestigious recognition.

Birendra Chaudhary | Solid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr.Birendra Chaudhary | Solid Mechanics | Best Researcher Award 

Doctoral Student at University of Rhode Island, United States.

Birendra Chaudhary is a highly skilled mechanical engineer with extensive experience in experimental and numerical methodologies, specializing in advanced mechanical experimentations and 3D printing technologies. His expertise spans innovative design and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to solving complex engineering challenges in aviation, naval applications, and materials science. With a focus on developing multifunctional composite materials capable of performing under extreme conditions, Birendra’s research has led to breakthroughs in materials science and engineering. His work is characterized by a systematic, data-driven approach, where his commitment to impactful solutions is evident in both his research and professional contributions.

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Education

Birendra is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at the University of Rhode Island (URI), with an expected completion date of December 2024. His dissertation, titled Performance of Multifunctional Composites in Static and Dynamic Conditions, explores the potential of innovative materials in high-performance applications. He has maintained an outstanding GPA of 3.98 throughout his doctoral studies, demonstrating both his academic excellence and dedication to the field. Prior to his Ph.D., Birendra earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mississippi in 2020, where he graduated summa cum laude with a GPA of 3.93. His undergraduate research and capstone project, Rotary Hammer Test Block, along with his honors thesis, Comparative Analysis and Dynamic Response of Garolites Under Temperature Spectrum Using Low Velocity Impact Test, laid the foundation for his deep involvement in mechanical and materials engineering.

Experience

Birendra has a robust background in research, having worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Dynamics PhotoMechanics Laboratory (DPML) at URI since July 2020. In this role, he has led several groundbreaking projects, including the development of a multifunctional carbon fiber composite system capable of instantaneous damage detection under Mach 2 air shock loading. His work on manufacturing multifunctional composites for electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles (eVTOLs) in collaboration with the US Air Force has enabled power transmission and self-sufficient cooling in high-speed conditions. He also collaborated with the Office of Naval Research to engineer a novel exponential fit-based system capable of predicting material diffusion behavior under rapid water exposure. Birendra has further contributed to the field by optimizing thermoplastic composite structures for long-term seawater exposure, helping to predict implosion collapse pressures. His role in developing textiles with data transfer capabilities and mechanical structures for shock load monitoring reflects his diverse research interests and expertise in applied mechanics and material science.

In addition to his research, Birendra has gained significant teaching experience. He has served as a Course Instructor for MCE 263: Dynamics at URI, where he provided mentorship and academic support to students while delivering lectures on kinetic and kinematic principles. His role as a Teaching Assistant from 2019 to 2023 at both the University of Rhode Island and the University of Mississippi saw him assisting in undergraduate and graduate-level courses with class sizes ranging from 80 to 140 students. Courses he contributed to include Material Science Laboratory, Statics, Engineering Graphics Fundamentals, and Mechanical Engineering Experimentation, where he enhanced students’ understanding of key engineering principles.

Research Interests

Birendra’s research focuses on the design, fabrication, and optimization of multifunctional composite materials, particularly in extreme environments. His expertise lies in the use of advanced mechanical experimentations, such as split Hopkinson pressure bar testing and low-velocity impact testing, to analyze the performance of novel materials under dynamic conditions. His interest in integrating 3D printing and digital image correlation with traditional mechanical testing methods allows him to innovate in the fields of shock load monitoring, failure detection, and underwater implosion. He is also deeply invested in developing textiles with data transmission capabilities and investigating thermoplastic composites’ long-term mechanical performance in marine environments.

Awards

Birendra has been recognized for his academic and research excellence through numerous awards and honors. He is the recipient of the 401 Tech Bridge Rise Up P2P Fellowship for 2023-2024 at the University of Rhode Island, which acknowledges his outstanding research contributions. He also secured the URI Open Access Fund in 2023, reflecting his commitment to disseminating his research to the broader academic community. During his undergraduate years at the University of Mississippi, he was awarded the Dean’s Excellence Award and consistently placed on the Chancellor’s Honor Roll from 2016 to 2020. His summa cum laude distinction further highlights his academic excellence, and he was also a nominee for the prestigious Taylor Medal. Birendra’s membership in honor societies such as Phi Kappa Phi, Tau Beta Pi, and Gamma Beta Phi further attests to his academic and professional achievements.

Publications

Birendra has authored several high-impact journal publications in his field. Some of his key contributions include:

Chaudhary, B., Winnard, T., Oladipo, B., Das, Sumanta, & Matos, H. (2024). “Review of Fiber-Reinforced Composite Structures with Multifunctional Capabilities through Smart Textiles” Textiles. DOI

Matos, H., Ngwa, A., Chaudhary, B., & Shukla, A. (2024). “Review of Implosion Design Considerations for Underwater Composite Pressure Vessels.” Journal of Marine Science and Engineering. DOI

Chaudhary, B., Lyngdoh, G., Owens, J., Das, S., Matos, H. (2024). “An Investigation into the Electromechanical Performance of Textile Fabrics with Conductive Yarn Elements for Data Transfer Capabilities.” Textile Research Journal. DOI

Chaudhary, B., Matos, H., Das, S., Owens, J. (2024). “Multifunctional Composite Structures with Embedded Conductive Yarns for Shock Load Monitoring and Failure Detection.” Smart Materials and Structures. DOI

Lincon, M., Chaudhary, B., Matos, H., Chalivendra, V., Shukla, A. (2024). “Failure Analysis and Piezo-resistance Response of Intralaminar Glass/Carbon Hybrid Composites Under Blast Loading Conditions.” Journal of Engineering Materials and Technology. DOI

Conclusion

Birendra Chaudhary’s track record of innovative research, collaboration with military and naval agencies, and extensive publication history make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His focus on solving complex engineering problems through systematic, data-driven approaches aligns well with the criteria for the award. By broadening his interdisciplinary reach and further developing leadership roles, he has the potential to strengthen his standing as an influential researcher in his field.