Mr.  Mangesh Bidkar | Thermal Engineering
| Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mangesh Bidkar , a research-driven mechanical engineering professional with a focused expertise in Thermal Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Renewable Energy Systems, contributing extensively to applied and experimental research in heat transfer, sustainable energy, and mechanical design innovation. His research explores advanced CFD modeling and simulation for enhancing convective heat transfer performance in spiral tubes and coiled systems, with practical implications for thermal management and energy-efficient design. With multiple publications in reputed journals such as IEEE, IOSR-JMCE, and JETIR, his work bridges the gap between theoretical analysis and industrial applications in renewable and mechanical systems. He has contributed to projects involving CFD-based heat transfer optimization, solar-powered mechanical devices, and wind-assisted pumping systems, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in engineering practices. His research also includes prototype development of automated and energy-efficient mechanical systems, integrating simulation results into practical product design. Actively engaged in mentoring undergraduate research, he has guided several student teams toward publication and prototype completion. His ongoing efforts aim to advance the understanding of fluid flow and heat transfer mechanisms in unconventional geometries while fostering innovation-led education and research culture in the field of mechanical and thermal sciences