JODDUMAHANTHI VIJAYCHANDRA | Electrical | Best Faculty Award

Mr. JODDUMAHANTHI VIJAYCHANDRA | Electrical | Best Faculty Award

Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology, India.

Joddumahanthi Vijaychandra is an accomplished Assistant Professor and Research Scholar in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, currently serving at Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh. With over eight years of teaching experience and a deep-rooted passion for academic excellence, he specializes in renewable energy systems, power electronics, and artificial intelligence applications in electric vehicles . He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Odisha. An innovative educator, he integrates ICT tools, YouTube-based pedagogy, and GATE-focused mentoring programs to empower students both academically and professionally. Vijaychandra is a prolific researcher with several SCIE and SCOPUS-indexed publications, multiple conference proceedings, and authored books. He is also a recognized reviewer, keynote speaker, and project mentor, guiding students toward international recognition and awards. His expertise and initiatives reflect a modern, industry-aligned teaching and research philosophy dedicated to future-ready engineering education.

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πŸŽ“ EducationΒ 

Joddumahanthi Vijaychandra is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla, Odisha (2022–Present), where his research focuses on intelligent control systems and optimization in power electronics. He holds an M.Tech degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Aditya Institute of Engineering and Technology (2014–2017), and completed his B.Tech in the same discipline at the same institution between 2010 and 2014 . His solid educational foundation is further enhanced by various certifications, FDPs, and online courses in emerging technologies, optimization techniques, and smart grid applications. His academic path reflects a persistent commitment to technical advancement and lifelong learning. His strong academic background and continuous learning initiatives have positioned him to bridge the gap between theoretical foundations and practical implementation in the evolving field of electrical engineering .

πŸ’Ό ExperienceΒ 

Vijaychandra began his academic career in 2017 at Sri Sivani College of Engineering and has been a full-time Assistant Professor at Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology since 2020. He has taught diverse courses such as Electrical Circuits, Power Electronics, Microprocessors & Microcontrollers, Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence Techniques, and Electromagnetic Field Theory. His research contributions span AI-based MPPT algorithms, electric vehicle optimization, power system estimation, and inverter design. He has published 10+ SCOPUS-indexed journal articles and several IEEE conference papers and book chapters with Springer and Taylor & Francis. He has also authored the book “Fundamentals of Artificial Neural Networks” and holds a Canadian copyright for work on distributed wind energy systems. Vijaychandra has also delivered invited lectures and actively participates in national and international conferences. His extensive project experience includes solar buggy design, ANN modeling, and hybrid energy system simulations, underscoring his applied research expertise.

πŸ† Awards and HonorsΒ 

Vijaychandra has been recognized with several awards for his scholarly and mentoring contributions, including the Best Reviewer Award at ICDSAI 2023 and a Certificate of Excellence in Peer Reviewing by B P International in 2024. He was ratified as an Assistant Professor by JNTUK, Kakinada in 2022 and selected as an AICTE-sponsored GATE tutor. His mentorship has led students to win national-level paper presentations and awards across premier institutes like NIT Raipur, IIT Tirupati, and NIT Srinagar. Vijaychandra has established himself as a dedicated educator and researcher whose innovative teaching strategies, ICT-driven learning modules, and active engagement with students have won widespread appreciation within the academic community.

πŸ”¬ Research FocusΒ 

Vijaychandra’s research interests lie in renewable energy systems, smart grid integration, power electronics, optimization techniques, artificial intelligence, and neural networks in electric vehicle charging systems. His recent work includes battery management systems, ANN-based MPPT algorithms, and the development of multilevel inverters for solar PV systems. He actively explores metaheuristic and machine learning algorithms like Cuckoo Search, Resilient Backpropagation, and Aquila Optimization for improving the performance of grid-connected systems. His projects bridge the domains of AI and electrical engineering, offering solutions for real-world challenges such as power quality enhancement, smart control, and efficient energy harvesting. With multiple conference publications, SCOPUS book chapters, and accepted research pending publication, he is shaping the next generation of intelligent energy systems. His ongoing doctoral research is expected to result in further high-impact contributions to AI-based control for sustainable energy technologies.

Β Conclusion

Mr. Joddumahanthi Vijaychandra exemplifies the qualities of an ideal facultyβ€”academic excellence, research innovation, student-centric mentorship, and institutional commitment. He is highly deserving of the Best Faculty Award in recognition of his holistic contributions to engineering education and research excellence.

πŸ“PublicationsΒ 

  1. A Comprehensive Review on Challenges and Possible Solutions of Battery Management Systems in Electric Vehicles
    πŸ“… 2024
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ J. Vijaychandra, Ł. KnypiΕ„ski
    πŸ“š Progress in Applied Electrical Engineering (PAEE), 1–6

  2. A Critical Review on Battery Management Systems in Electric Vehicles: Key Features, Challenges and Recommendations
    πŸ“… 2024
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ J. Vijaychandra, B. Vanajakshi, B.R.V. Prasad, K.V. Prakash, U.S. Anjaneyulu, …
    πŸ“š Emerging Technologies & Applications in Electrical Engineering, 1–6

  3. A review on the micro-phasor measurement unit in distribution networks
    πŸ“… 2022
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ B. Ram Vara Prasad, B. Sesha Sai, J. Vijaychandra, R. Babu
    πŸ“š Recent Advances in Power Systems: Select Proceedings of EPREC-2021, 93–104

  4. Application of Renewable Energy in Charging Station for Electric Vehicles: A Comprehensive Review
    πŸ“… 2022
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ B.R.V. Prasad, B.S. Sai, J. Vijaychandra, R. Babu
    πŸ“š Smart Energy and Advancement in Power Technologies

  5. A Review on Cascaded Linear Quadratic Regulator Control of Roll Autopilot Missile
    πŸ“… 2020
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ K. Dinesh, J. Vijaychandra, B. Sesha Sai, K. Vedaprakash, K. Srinivasa Rao
    πŸ“š ICICNIS Conference Proceedings

  6. A Review on Control of the Underwater Vehicles
    πŸ“… 2021
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ K. Dinesh, J. Vijaychandra, S. Brundavanam, K. Vedaprakash
    πŸ“š International Journal of Scientific Research in Engineering and Management

  7. A Review on the Application of Artificial Neural Networks on Communication Systems
    πŸ“… 2018
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ J. Vijaychandra, B.S. Babu, B.S. Sai, P. Jagannadh
    πŸ“š Journal of Switching Hub, 3(3)

  8. Integration of Renewable Energy Systems Into Utility Grid: A Review on Power Quality Issues, Mitigating Devices, and Control Algorithms
    πŸ“… 2023
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ J. Vijaychandra, S. Behera, L. Dora
    πŸ“š International Conference on Machine Learning and Big Data Analytics, 467–480

  9. Review of Power Electronics Technologies in the Integration of Renewable Energy Systems
    πŸ“… 2025
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ V. Joddumahanthi, Ł. KnypiΕ„ski, Y. Gopal, K. Kasprzak
    πŸ“š Applied Sciences, 15(8)
    πŸ”— https://www.mdpi.com/journal/applsci (general journal link; DOI not yet available)

  10. A New Approach for Power-Flow Solutions in Radial Distribution Network with 12, 33, and 69 IEEE Bus System
    πŸ“… 2025
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Y. Gopal, J. Vijaychandra, P. Janaki, K. Tamvada, N. Routh, S. Pradhan
    πŸ“š 2025 International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies and …

  11. Evaluation of Cuckoo Search MPPT Algorithm for Solar Photovoltaic Inverter Applications
    πŸ“… 2025
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ V. Joddumahanthi, Y. Gopal, J. Pakalapati, V.P. Kakinada, V. Potnuru, …
    πŸ“š 2025 International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies and …

  12. Single Phase Transformerless Grid Connected PV Inverter Configurations: A Comparative Analysis
    πŸ“… 2025
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ V. Joddumahanthi, N. Sahu, S. Behera
    πŸ“š 2025 Fourth International Conference on Power, Control and Computing …

  13. Emerging Technologies & Applications in Electrical Engineering: Proceedings of the International Conference on Emerging Technologies & Applications in Electrical Engineering
    πŸ“… 2024
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ A. Yadav, K. Chandrasekaran, V.H. Priya, D. Suresh
    πŸ“š CRC Press

  14. Artificial Intelligence-Based MPPT Technique for Electric Vehicle Charging System Applications
    πŸ“… 2024
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ V. Joddumahanthi, A.K. Alamanda, D. Kantubhukta, A. Kilari, N. Kalyampudi, …
    πŸ“š Emerging Technologies & Applications in Electrical Engineering, 7–12

Sukanta Debnath | electrical engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr Sukanta Debnath | electrical engineering | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Sharad Institute of Technology College of Engineering, IndiaπŸ“–

Dr. Sukanta Debnath, born on 6th March 1986, is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Power Electronics and Machine Drives. He completed his Ph.D. in Power Electronics and Drives from NIT Mizoram in 2021. Dr. Debnath has served as an Assistant Professor at NIT Mizoram and is currently an Associate Professor at Sharad Institute of Technology College of Engineering. He is married to Dr. Upama Das and resides in South Tripura, India. With a passion for advancing engineering, Dr. Debnath’s work focuses on Active Magnetic Bearings, Power Systems, and Control Systems.

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Education πŸŽ“

Dr. Debnath has an extensive academic background, starting with his Madhyamik from TBSE in 2002, followed by a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from WBSCTE in 2007. He earned his B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from WBUT in 2010, an M.Tech in Power System from NIT Agartala in 2012, and a Ph.D. in Power Electronics and Drives from NIT Mizoram in 2021. His doctoral research focused on advancing the design and control of Active Magnetic Bearings, contributing significantly to the field of electrical engineering. πŸŽ“

Experience πŸ§‘β€πŸ«

Dr. Debnath’s teaching experience spans across various institutions, beginning as an Assistant Professor at NIT Mizoram and later serving as a Temporary Faculty at the same institution. He currently holds the position of Associate Professor at Sharad Institute of Technology College of Engineering. His expertise extends to teaching multiple courses related to Electrical Engineering, including Power Systems, Electrical Machines, Renewable Energy Sources, and more. πŸ§‘β€πŸ«

Research Interests πŸ”¬

Dr. Debnath’s research interests lie in the domain of Power Electronics, Active Magnetic Bearings (AMB), Power Systems, and Machine Drives. His work primarily focuses on designing and controlling high-performance magnetic bearing systems for high-speed applications. He is also keen on optimization techniques, including wavelet-based analysis and metaheuristic optimization for efficient control systems.

Awards πŸ†

Dr. Sukanta Debnath has been recognized for his academic contributions, though specific awards are not detailed in his bio. His work on magnetic bearing systems and optimization techniques has garnered attention in various research communities.

Publications πŸ“š

Debarghya Dutta, Pabitra Kumar Biswas, Sukanta Debnath, and F. Ahmad, “Advancements and Challenges in Active Magnetic Bearings: A Comprehensive Review of Performance, Control, and Future Prospects,” IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 3051-3071, 2025. (SCIE, IF: 3.9)

Debarghya Dutta, Pabitra Kumar Biswas, Sukanta Debnath, “A Wavelet-Based Analysis for Monitoring Controller Reliability in Active Magnetic Bearing with Rotor Eccentricities”, IEEE Access, vol. 12, pp. 197335-197346, 2024. (SCIE, IF: 3.9)

Debarghya Dutta, Sukanta Debnath, and Pabitra Kumar Biswas, “Exact Analytic Technique for Designing Controller Architecture in Multi-Axis Active Magnetic Bearings with Rotor Eccentricities”, Mechanics Based Design of Structures and Machines, 1–19, 2024. (SCIE, IF: 3.6)

Sukanta Debnath, Upama Das, “Control the Axial Displacement of the Rotor Position with Load and No Load Condition in an Active Magnetic Bearing System”, J. Vib. Eng. Technol., 2024. (SCIE, IF: 2.1)

Sukanta Debnath, Upama Das, Pabitra Kumar Biswas, “Comparative Analysis of Single Coil and Double Coil Active Magnetic Bearings for High-Speed Application”, Electrical Engineering, 106, 1191–1202, 2024. (SCI, IF: 1.8)

Conclusion πŸ†

In conclusion, Dr. Sukanta Debnath is undoubtedly a strong contender for the Researcher of the Year Award. His sustained dedication to advancing the field of power electronics, particularly in active magnetic bearing systems, along with his leadership in publishing and contributing to the academic community, makes him highly deserving of this recognition. Expanding his research to more interdisciplinary domains would further elevate his standing as a prominent researcher in his field.