Mr. R. Velmurugan

Faculty Description

Professional Summary

An accomplished and research-driven educator with over a decade of rich academic experience in Aeronautical Engineering. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) at Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College. Specializes in Propulsion, Fea/computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis, thermal barrier coated engine simulations.

Educational Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical / Aeronautical Engineering (Ongoing) – Anna University.
• M.E. in Aeronautical Engineering (June 2015) – Nehru Institute of Engineering and Technology, Anna University.
• B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering (May 2011) – JJ College of Engineering and Technology, Anna University.

Professional Experience

Key Research, Publications & Certifications

·       Flow Dynamics (2026): Developed a 3D CFD analysis of flow variations in Y-duct inlets (Int. Journal of Vehicle Structures & Systems, Scopus).

·       Combustion & Emission (2024): Evaluated gas turbine emission control performance (Int. Journal of Vehicle Structures & Systems, Scopus).

·       Nanoparticles (2022): Investigated contact angle behavior of TiO2-polystyrene (Materials Today: Proceedings, Scopus).

·       Aviation Literature: Authored and published the Tamil aviation book Vimanam (Amazon, 2021).

·       Professional Credentials: Earned specialized Swayam NPTEL certs in Aircraft Propulsion and Research Methodology alongside 10 verified MathWorks badges.

Professional Affiliations & Awards

• ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education) – Life Time Membership.
• AeSI (Aeronautical Society of India) – Life Time Membership.
• International Mentorship: Appointed as the official Mentor for the Israel-India Global Innovators Hackathon 2026 (organized by Diversify Innovations).