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AAP Advances in Green Technologies for Sustainable Energy Solutions
As the global demand for clean and sustainable energy intensifies, wind power has emerged as one of the most promising renewable energy solutions. Rapid technological progress, combined with advances in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and smart energy systems, is transforming how wind energy is harnessed, optimized, and integrated into modern power infrastructures. This new book, Next-Generation Wind Energy Technology: Advances, Challenges, and Applications, provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of wind energy technologies and their role in shaping a sustainable energy future. CONTENTS: About the Authors / Editors: Editors: Prem Kumar Chaurasiya, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Raipur, India Prem Kumar Chaurasiya, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Raipur, India. He is a highly respected researcher and educator, with a strong focus on advancing the field of mechanical engineering. His research delves into renewable energy sources, exploring innovative ways to harness wind energy and contribute to a greener future. Committed to developing alternative fuel sources, Dr. Chaurasiya investigates the potential of biofuels and other sustainable options to reduce dependence on traditional fuels. His expertise extends to IC engines, where he conducts research to optimize engine performance and efficiency. His research interests encompass fuels and combustion processes, aiming to improve fuel efficiency and minimize emissions. He actively teaches undergraduate (BTech Mechanical Engineering) and postgraduate (MTech Industrial Engineering) programs. A prolific researcher, Dr. Chaurasiya has published over 50 articles journals indexed in SCI, SCIE, and SCOPUS. Dr. He is a distinguished researcher and educator who is making significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering. His dedication to sustainable solutions, innovative research, and mentorship positions him as a leader in the field. Ashwani Kumar, PhD Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Technical Education Department Uttar Pradesh (under the Government of Uttar Pradesh), Kanpur, India Ashwani Kumar, PhD, is a Professor and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Technical Education Department (under the Government of Uttar Pradesh) in Kanpur, India. Prior to this role, Dr. Kumar served as senior lecturer at the same organization and as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Graphic Era, Dehradun. He has held numerous key positions within the education sector, including Coordinator for AICTE-Extension of Approval, Nodal Officer for PMKVY-TI Scheme (Government of India), Internal Coordinator-CDTP Scheme (Government of Uttar Pradesh), Industry Academia Relation Officer, Assistant Centre Superintendent (ACS)–Institute Examination Cell, Zonal Officer for Joint Entrance Examination (JEE-Diploma), and Sector Magistrate for State Assembly and General Elections. He is a series editor for eight book series published by CRC Press (Taylor & Francis), Wiley, and Apple Academic Press. He also serves as editor-in-chief, editor, guest editor, reviewer, and editorial board member for several journals. Dr. Kumar has published over 200 articles in journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings and has co-authored or edited over 40 books. He received a best teacher award for excellence in academics and research, having successfully guided 15 students through their BTech, MTech and PhD theses. He holds four patents and frequently participates in international conferences as an invited speaker, session chair, and member of advisory boards, review boards, and program committees. Gaurav Dwivedi, PhD Assistant Professor, Energy Centre, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, India Gaurav Dwivedi, PhD, completed his BTech in Mechanical Engineering at IKGPTU Jalandhar, MTech in Energy Systems at IIT Roorkee, and PhD in the field of Renewable Energy (Biofuel) at IIT Roorkee, India. He has nine years of teaching experience in the field of mechanical and energy engineering and taught various subjects like IC engines, thermodynamics, fluid machinery, bioenergy, and others at various institutes, including VIT University, Vellore, and Amity University, Noida, India. Currently, he is working as an Assistant Professor at the Energy Centre at the Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, India. His areas of interest are biodiesel production methodology, enhancement in fuel properties, and application of biofuel on engine operation. He has published more than 100 paper in international journals and conferences. He has published more than 50 papers in SCI- and Scopus-indexed journals He has also published one book and has contributed eight book chapters. He received a young scientist award for his contribution in the field of renewable energy. He is an active member of the Institution of Engineers, India, and Solar Energy Society of India and IEEE. He also served as guest editor for Materials Today: Proceedings and Journal of Traffic and Transportation. Recently he also featured in as a top 2% of scientists of the world from India (all fields) by a survey conducted by Stanford University. Tikendra Nath Verma, PhD Associate Professor, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, India Tikendra Nath Verma, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal (MANIT), Bhopal, India. He was formerly affiliated with the Institute of Technology, Korba; National Institute of Technology, Manipur; and Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, all in India. He has three ongoing funded projects. He has published more than 200 research articles in indexed national and international journals as well as book chapters, books, and conference papers. He has guided PhD and MTech candidates and has been a convener and organizing secretary for different faculty development programs, workshops, and seminars. He has six granted patents and six filed patents in India and Australia. He serves as a guest editor for several journals and also edited the book Vegetable Oil in Energy, Volume 1: Biofuel Technology. Recently he was featured in the top 2% scientists of the world from India in all fields by a survey conducted by Stanford University. He is an active member of several professional organizations and serves as a reviewer for reputed journals. Dr. Verma received his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering at Pt. Ravi Shankar Shukla University Raipur, his master’s degree in Thermal Engineering at Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal, and his PhD degree at the National Institute of Technology Raipur, India. |
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