PHD at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) Nagpur, India
Alok Kumar is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Physics at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) Nagpur, India. With a strong academic background, he holds an M.Sc. in Physics and a B.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics from VNIT Nagpur. His research focuses on photovoltaic solar power plant design and simulation. He has published papers in reputed journals and has extensive experience in teaching and research. Alok is skilled in designing LED lights, solar lights, and lithium-ion batteries. He has participated in various conferences and workshops and is proficient in using advanced simulation software for solar cell research. Photovoltaic solar cells
Professional Profiles
Education
Ph.D. (Physics): VNIT Nagpur, 7.75/10, 2022 (ongoing) M.Sc. (Physics): VNIT Nagpur, 6.94/10, 2016-2018 B.Sc. (Physics, Math): VNIT Nagpur, 61.94%, 2012-2015 12th Science: Uttar Pradesh Board, 72%, 2012 10th Science: Uttar Pradesh Board, 62%, 2010
Professional Experience
Half-time Teaching/Research Assistantship (HTRA): VNIT Nagpur, India (July 2023 – present) Advisor: Dr. S.M. Giripunje Courses Taught: Basics of Fundamental Physics PHP103 Physics – 2 General Physics Lab PHL102 Physics – 1 Physics Lecturer: Kendrika Coaching Academy, Lucknow (July 2018 – July 2019) Photovoltaic Solar Power Plant Design and Simulation: Under the guidance of Professor Chetan Singh Solanki and SkillDzire (July 2022) Photovoltaic solar cells
Skills
Designing and repairing all kinds of LED lights and designing printed circuit boards using Altium and EasyEda. Designing portable solar lights and mobile charging systems for remote areas. Designing lithium-ion batteries for integrated solar lights and students’ projects. Simulation software for solar cell research work: SCAPS 1d, PC 1d. Photovoltaic solar cells
Achievements/Awards
Qualified National Level Exams in Physics: IIT JAM (IIT Madras, Feb. 2016) GATE (IIT Delhi, Feb. 2020) Radiological Physics BARC (BARC, Sept. 2021)
Research Focus
Alok Kumar’s research primarily focuses on photovoltaic solar power plant design, simulation, and renewable energy technologies. His work includes the development and optimization of solar cells, with specific expertise in hybrid and organic solar cells, lithium-ion battery integration, and designing portable solar lights for remote areas. He has published in journals like the Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids and presented at numerous international conferences. His technical skills encompass the use of advanced simulation software for solar cell research, designing LED lights, and creating printed circuit boards, reflecting his dedication to advancing renewable energy solutions. Photovoltaic solar cells
Publications
- Analysis of Dynamic Interaction Issues for Omnidirectional Mobile Robot, Publication date: 2018.
- ANALYSIS OF REFRIGERATION SYSTEM IN WHIRLPOOL -AN INDUSTRIAL CASE, Publication date: 2018.
- AN ENGINEERING INVESTIGATION OF BIO-POLYMERS, Publication date: 2019.
- THE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF MILK VENDING E-VEHICLE USING VAPOUR COMPRESSION REFRIGERATION SYSTEM, Publication date: 2019.
- Metric-Cauchy sequence for wheeled mobile robot navigation, Publication date: 2021.
- Mobile robot navigation using Fuzzy logic controller, Publication date: 2009.
- Model-Based Synchronized Control of a Robotic Dual-Arm Manipulator, Publication date: 2020.
- Physical, mechanical and sliding wear behaviour of epoxy composites filled with micro-sized marble dust composites, Publication date: 2023.
- Physical and mechanical behaviour of polyester-based composites with micro-sized blast furnace slag as filler material, Publication date: 2023.
- Self-Directed Mobile Robot Navigation Based on Functional Firefly Algorithm (FFA), Publication date: 2023.