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SUMMARY:"Astrodynamics Applications: Perspectives on Stretching Directions in Cislunar Space"
DESCRIPTION:The exploration of deep space relies on advanced astrodynamics techniques to navigate complex gravitational environments. This presentation examines key applications in space mission design\, with particular emphasis on the circular restricted three-body problem. Within the Earth–Moon system\, near rectilinear halo orbits (NRHOs) about the L1 and L2 Lagrange points have been proposed as long-duration trajectories for cislunar exploration\, including NASA’s upcoming Gateway mission. These orbits are stable or only weakly unstable and therefore lack clearly defined stable and unstable manifold structures. As a result\, traditional design and control approaches that rely on invariant manifolds become less effective for both transfer trajectory design and stationkeeping. To address this limitation\, this work investigates the use of stretching directions to characterize the flow of perturbations in the vicinity of a reference trajectory. These directions provide a framework for analyzing the effects of maneuvers in two fundamentally contrasting applications: transfer design and stationkeeping. Furthermore\, the presentation also highlights broader applications of nonlinear dynamical structures in cislunar space\, including proximity operations\, trajectory tracking\, and guidance and navigation considerations in multi-body environments. These topics are discussed in the context of the challenges and opportunities associated with current and future cislunar missions\, including NASA’s Lunar Gateway.\n  \nSpeaker : Dr. Vivek Muralidharan  \nBiography:\n\nDr. Vivek Muralidharan is an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Engineering in the Department of Aerospace\, Physics and Space Sciences at Florida Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a Flight Dynamics Engineer at ICEYE in Finland\, managing orbit control activities for a fleet of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites\, and as a Research Associate at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security\, Reliability and Trust (SnT)\, University of Luxembourg. Dr. Muralidharan graduated with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK)\, India in 2015. He then received M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Purdue University\, USA\, in 2017 and 2021\, respectively. While at Purdue University\, Dr. Muralidharan’s research focus includes orbital dynamics\, the circular-restricted three-body problem\, stationkeeping strategies\, orbit determination\, as well as guidance\, navigation and control. He has also contributed to projects at the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology in Thiruvananthapuram\, India\, and Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories (MERL) in Massachusetts\, USA. Dr. Muralidharan featured in the 2022 list of “20 under 35” published by Space and Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) and was a finalist for the Luigi G. Napolitano Award at the 73rd International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2022.\n\nTea/Coffee at 10:45 AM
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/astrodynamics-applications-perspectives-on-stretching-directions-in-cislunar-space/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T083650Z
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SUMMARY:Fluid dynamics across scales: Insights from compressible turbulence and large-scale tropical atmospheric dynamics
DESCRIPTION:Fluid flows in nature and engineering exhibit a wide range of spatial and temporal scales. This talk presents two problems across this range: compressible turbulence in channel flows and large-scale vorticity dynamics in the tropical atmosphere.\nThe first part of the talk focuses on compressible turbulence\, which plays a key role in many aerospace flows\, including supersonic and hypersonic flight\, shock-boundary layer interactions\, and scramjet combustion. In contrast to incompressible turbulence\, compressible turbulence is characterised by fluctuations in both thermodynamic variables of density\, temperature and pressure\, in addition to velocity. Using Lie symmetry theory\, we derive scaling laws for velocity and thermodynamic statistics in compressible channel flows. As a first step\, we derive a hierarchy of unclosed equations for the probability density function and its Fourier transform\, the characteristic function\, that accounts for both flow and thermodynamics statistics. Then\, the Lie point symmetries of the characteristic function hierarchy are derived. Finally\, the symmetry groups are used to obtain the scaling laws for channel flows\, and are verified against the data from direct numerical simulations.\nThe second part of the talk focuses on understanding the large-scale meridional structure of vertical vorticity in the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ)\, the near-equatorial region where the trade winds converge and produce a planetary-scale band of precipitation. We show that the vorticity away from the latitude of the ITCZ can be understood approximately through conservation of absolute vorticity\, whereas\, within the ITCZ\, vortex stretching plays a dominant role. As a result\, the relative vorticity in the ITCZ increases as the ITCZ moves poleward.\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Divya Sri Praturi\n\nBiography :\nDivya Sri Praturi is a postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology\, Hamburg. She obtained her PhD in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University\, College Station\, USA\, and Bachelors and Masters degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology\, Kharagpur. She was also a recipient of the Humboldt Fellowship for postdoctoral researchers and Amelia Earhart Fellowship for PhD students. Her research interests lie broadly in the areas of tropical atmospheric and climate dynamics\, stability and turbulence in conducting and non-conducting compressible shear flows. She employs pen-and-paper calculations\, group theoretical methods and high resolution numerical simulations to derive mechanistic insights into these flows.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/fluid-dynamics-across-scales-insights-from-compressible-turbulence-and-large-scale-tropical-atmospheric-dynamics/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260521T113000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:Space Object Tracking\, Manoeuvre Estimation and Sensor Tasking for Space Situational Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Due to increased human activity in the last two decades\, near-earth space has become congested from functional/non-functional satellites and space debris. These space objects of human origin\, along with natural asteroids and space weather\, pose natural\, accidental\, or intentional threats to functional and expensive satellites. It is imperative to track space assets continuously as well as assess collision threats to take necessary actions\, which is termed Space Situational Awareness (SSA). Assessing the risk of collision of these space debris with active satellites requires estimation of the positions and velocities of both objects. While space object tracking is the primary task of an SSA system\, other related tasks are estimating the manoeuvre of the catalogued objects and managing the sensor networks for observations. In this talk\, we will discuss some recent advancements in space object tracking by repurposing radio telescopes\, and estimation of satellite manoeuvres\, where only the initial and final state information is available. We express the final state of the satellite as a function of the initial state and the manoeuvre and formulate an optimisation problem to estimate the manoeuvre time and Δ𝑉. We will discuss various strategies to solve this optimisation problem – including simultaneous and iterative estimation of manoeuvre time and Δ𝑉. We will then focus on managing a sensor network for SSA in terms of tasking the sensors to perform catalogue maintenance of space objects. We will discuss a time-invariant approach for optimally directing various ground stations to maximise the expected number of space objects visible by the sensor network.\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Sanat K. Biswas\n\n\nBiography:\n\nDr. Sanat K. Biswas is an Associate Professor of Electronics and Communication Engineering at IIIT Delhi\, and Head of IIIT Delhi Space Technology Centre (ISTC). He received his B.E. from Jadavpur University in 2010\, an MTech. in Aerospace Engineering from IIT Bombay in 2012\, and a PhD in computationally efficient Unscented Kalman filters for space vehicle navigation from the University of New South Wales (UNSW)\, Sydney\, in 2017. His research specializes in Space Domain Awareness\, GNSS-based navigation\, Position\, Navigation and Timing using LEO satellites. He is a Senior Member of the IEEE (2022)\, Associate Editor – IEEE Transactions on Aerospace and Electronic Systems and serves on the technical committees for Space Communications and Navigation (SCAN) and Space Traffic Management (STM) of the International Astronautical Federation (IAF). His contributions have been recognized with the 2014 Emerging Space Leaders Grant\, the 2019 Early Career Research Award from the DST\, the 2020 and 2021 Young Scientist Awards from URSI\, and the 2020 Harry Rowe Mimno Award from the IEEE Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society.\n\nTea/Coffee: 11:00 AM\n\nALL ARE WELCOME
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/space-object-tracking-manoeuvre-estimation-and-sensor-tasking-for-space-situational-awareness/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260507T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:On Rayleigh Waves in Elastic Lattices
DESCRIPTION:A mathematical framework is presented to guide the search for Rayleigh waves in lattice materials based on periodic structure theory and the Bloch theorem. Architected materials with a periodic microstructure are distinguished from crystals in continuum anisotropic elasticity by the presence of at least one length scale and a band structure with partial and complete gaps for Bloch wave propagation. Non-affine bending deformations at or below the characteristic cell size are included by considering the unit cell as a framework of Timoshenko beams. We show that a quadratic eigenvalue problem\, with a Hermitian palindrome structure\, emerges from the force equilibrium and displacement compatibility relations for a propagating Bloch wave along any chosen orientation of the free edge/surface. Waves propagating along the free edge and penetrating to a finite depth into the medium are a partial set of eigensolutions of the nonlinear eigenproblem\, or its linearized symplectic form. These partial eigenwaves are used as the basis vectors to expand any arbitrary boundary displacements and force vectors\, which then constitute a complex asymmetric semi-infinite dynamic stiffness matrix. Surface and Rayleigh waves exist in its null space. Traction-free boundary conditions are used to show that the secular equation for Rayleigh waves is a real polynomial equation\, consistent with Stroh’s formulation for a length-scale independent anisotropic continuum crystal elasticity. Significant differences arising from the periodic structure are highlighted. Computational issues in the numerical solution of the structured eigenvalue problem for surface waves in lattices are addressed. Our formulation is applicable to any arbitrary lattice with complex unit cells and material architectures. Surface waves in a planar square lattice are found to emerge from the gaps for bulk waves in the band structure of the bulk waves. This research is a collaboration with Prof. N.A. Fleck of Cambridge University\, United Kingdom. \nSpeaker: Prof. Anasavarapu Srikantha Phani \nBiography: \nSrikanth is a tenured full professor at the University of British Columbia\, Vancouver\, Canada. He received a PhD from Cambridge University in the Dynamics and Applied Mechanics group under the supervision of Prof. Woodhouse and there he pursued postdoctoral work with Prof. Fleck in the Cambridge Center for Micromechanics. His principal research interests include\, Dynamics and Vibrations\, Mechanics of advanced materials\, and their applications in engineering and cardiovascular medicine. At UBC\, he held a Tier 2 Canada Research chair\, and received Killam Teaching prize.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/on-rayleigh-waves-in-elastic-lattices/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260428T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:Experiments on a fluidic pinball: wake dynamics in the chaotic regime
DESCRIPTION:Over the past decade\, the fluidic pinball has become a valuable benchmarkfor studying flow control strategies. The configuration consists of three independently rotating cylinders positioned at the vertices of an equilateral triangle\, with the flow directed perpendicularly to one of its sides. The cylinder rotation rates serve as the control inputs\, while velocity sensors located in the wake provide the outputs. Despite its geometric simplicity\, the wake behind the fluidic pinball displays complex interactions of multiple frequencies and nonlinear dynamics\, making it an excellent test case for the development and evaluation of control laws. While numerous studies have been performed numerically at low Reynolds numbers\, experimental literature is limited\, mainly due to the associated engineering challenges. \nThis study presents the findings from wind tunnel experiments on a fluidic pinball in the chaotic regime (1333 ≤ Re ≤ 3333). Planar two-component particle image velocimetry (PIV) is employed to capture the velocity field while the velocity time traces are obtained from hot-wire anemometry and laser Doppler velocimetry (LDV). The stochastic bistable dynamics in the wake is characterized and its sensitivity to external disturbances is demonstrated. Coherent structures in the wake along with the associated temporal dynamics and their physical implications are analyzed for both the stationary pinball and the flow with steady\, open-loop forcing. The effect of blockage and evolution of 3D structures in the forced wake is discussed. A brief overview of the architecture set up for real-time control is also presented. \nSpeaker : Dr. Aditya Desai \nBiography : \nDr. Aditya Desai is a post-doctoral researcher at the Laboratory of Interdisciplinary Numerical Sciences (LISN)- CNRS\, Orsay\,France working towards Reinforcement Learning-based control of a fluidic pinball. He completed his Master’s and PhD from the Department of Aerospace Engineering\, IIT Kanpur. His research interests are in the domain of experimental aerodynamics\, reduced order modelling and flow control\,  wakes\, vortex induce vibration and sports aerodynamics. He completed his BTech in Aerospace Engineering at IITK in 2009. \n  \n 
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/xperiments-on-a-fluidic-pinball-wake-dynamics-in-the-chaotic-regime/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:TAAI – Trust for Advancement of Aerodynamics in India
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together the minds transforming emerging aerospace technologies into operational reality \n  \nFeatured Talks \n\n The Stratospheric Challenges for a High-Altitude Platform\n\nDr. L Venkatrakrishnan\, Chief Scientist and Program Director – HAP \nHigh Altitude Platforms (HAP) or High Altitude Pseudo Satellites which are unmanned aerial vehicles in the stratosphere are the next big challenge with applications including disaster monitoring\, telecommunication\, and military reconnaissance. The requirement for persistence demands endurance far beyond conventional aircraft leading to extremely high aspect ratios and low wing loading resulting in lightweight structures. The result is a flexible wing structure with wingtip deflection to semi-span ratio likely to exceed 10% during flight thereby impacting flight dynamics of the aircraft. Additionally the low Reynolds number regime poses significant aerodynamic challenges for both wing as well as propeller design. The talk will visit recent efforts presently underway at CSIR-NAL to address the challenges in the design and development of a HAP. \n  \n\n Next-Generation UCAVs and Loitering Munitions: Enabling Technologies\, Indigenous Development\, and Operational Integration Pathways\n\nDr. Shanmugadas K.P.\, Assistant Professor\, Mechanical Engg\, IIT Jammu \nThis talk presents a comprehensive overview of emerging technological trends shaping next-generation UCAVs and loitering munition systems\, with particular emphasis on indigenous development pathways aligned with Indian operational requirements. The discussion will cover system-level design considerations including propulsion selection\, aerodynamic configurations\, endurance–range trade-offs\, and mission optimization for contested environments. \nA key focus of the presentation will be on technology development initiatives being pursued through academia–startup–user collaboration frameworks\, highlighting ongoing research and prototyping efforts conducted in close interaction with the Indian Army and associated defence stakeholders. \n\n New Generation Aircraft Technologies for the Fourth Revolution in Aerospace\n\nDr. Rakshith Raghavan Belur\, Head of Flight Physics\, Airbus \nThe aerospace industry is entering its fourth major revolution – sustainability. Following the breakthroughs of enabling human flight\, ensuring safety\, and driving affordability\, the focus has now shifted to fundamentally reimagining aviation for a sustainable future. Airbus is at the forefront of this transformation\, pioneering new technologies\, aircraft configurations\, and design paradigms to meet ambitious environmental goals while sustaining operational excellence. \nThis talk will provide a glimpse into some of the critical technologies and innovations being developed at Airbus\, and how they are shaping the next era of aviation. \nYou need to register for the event at https://www.taai.org.in/ and registration is free. \nFor More Details Visit: www.taai.org.in \n 
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/taai-trust-for-advancement-of-aerodynamics-in-india/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260309T093000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20260304T103020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T103020Z
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SUMMARY:Statistical Discovery for Engineering and Science – a hands-on workshop using JMP®
DESCRIPTION:We are happy announce a one-day hands-on workshop using JMP in the Auditorium of Department of Aerospace Engineering\, IISc on 9th March. Please find below a brief information about the workshop. For a detailed information please visit our website https://abcmc.iisc.ac.in/events/\nOverall Objectives \nIntroduce JMP as a powerful\, user-friendly platform for data visualization\, statistical discovery\, research methods\, predictive modeling\, and Multivariate analysis.\nDemonstrate domain-specific applications of JMP. Facilitate hands-on learning through a practical workshop on Statistics\, Predictive Modeling and data visualization topics.\nHighlight the strategic value of integrating JMP into IISc’s teaching\, learning\, and research ecosystems. \nAbout JMP:\nJMP® (pronounced “jump”) is a powerful statistical discovery software designed for dynamic data visualization\, statistical analysis\, predictive modeling\, and design of experiments (DOE). First launched in 1989\, JMP is developed by SAS Institute Inc.\, a global leader in analytics based in Cary\, North Carolina\, USA.\nWidely used in Industry\, academia\, and research\, JMP combines a highly interactive\, visual interface with robust analytics to help users explore data\, uncover patterns\, and make informed decisions. Its intuitive\, drag-and-drop environment makes it especially popular among scientists\, engineers\, and data analysts who need to perform complex analyses without requiring extensive programming. \nWorkshop Facilitator: Muralidhara A\, PhD | Global JMP Team | 9986431959                                   Dr S. Nagendra\, Aerospace Engineering\, IISc. \nMuralidhara A is part of JMP Global Team. He holds a B Tech\, MBA\, and PhD. He has served more than 23 years in Analytics and Data Science Industry and worked for Genpact\, Target and Danske holding various leadership positions. He is also a trainer in Statistical Data Analysis\, Data Science & ML and DOE (Design of Experiments) and has conducted workshops for both academic and commercial organisations. He has authored many academic case studies and a co-author of the book Machine Learning for Business Analytics from Wiley International Publications. He continues to learn and share thoughts on Statistical Thinking for Problem solving. \nPlease register using the link given below before 6th of March. \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOMwQJFFXsGyEGuRjUNz7Ex1sb1um4RxEYoOayrirBtRksWA/viewform?usp=publish-editor \nRegistration to the workshop is free. Only limited seats\, please register at the earliest.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/statistical-discovery-for-engineering-and-science-a-hands-on-workshop-using-jmp/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:Workshops / Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:"Aerospace power as a critical tool of statecraft”
DESCRIPTION:Air Marshal TD Joseph examines aerospace power as a critical instrument of statecraft\, highlighting\nits strategic\, coercive\, and diplomatic roles in modern conflict and international relations. The latest\nexample is India itself choosing aerospace power as the first instrument of choice to punish the\nenemy as in ‘Op Sindoor’. Drawing on historical and contemporary examples from conflicts across\nthe globe and India’s own operations as well as humanitarian relief missions\, he explains how\nairpower shapes outcomes through compellance\, deterrence\, and soft power applications. Synergy\nbetween aerospace and surface forces\, and technological asymmetry are critical to success. Air\npower lends itself to dual use in both hard and soft diplomacy as well as in nation building.\nUltimately\, aerospace power emerges as a decisive yet complementary tool for achieving national\nobjectives. \nSpeaker : Air Marshal TD Joseph\n\nBiography :\n\nAir Marshal TD Joseph\, AVSM\, VM\, VSM (Retd) was commissioned as a Fighter Pilot in the IAF\non 29th December 1982. He has flown various fighter and trainer aircrafts accumulating over 3800 hours of\nflying. \n\nThe Air Marshal has commanded a frontline Fighter Squadron\, the prestigious Flying Instructors’ School\, and\nAir Force Station Hindan\, near Delhi. He has held important Command and Staff appointments across the\ncountry in field and headquarter organisations. His last appointment was as Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO) of\nTraining Command where he was responsible for ab-initio and in-service training of officers\, airmen and noncombatants\nof the entire IAF. \n\nHe is a Category ‘A’ Qualified Flying Instructor and an Instrument Rating Instructor & Examiner; alumnus\nNational Defence Academy\, Pune and DSSC Wellington. He attended Royal College of Defence Studies\,\nLondon\, has master’s Degrees from University of Madras and King’s College London\, and MPhil from\nUniversity of Madras. Besides graduating at the top of his Air Force Course\, the Air Marshal stood First in\nJungle & Snow Survival Course\, Instrument Rating Instructor &Examiner Course\, and Air Staff Course. \n\nAuthor of a book entitled “Winning India’s Next War” (2007)\, he has written chapters in edited books and other\npublished articles on air strategy and security. \n\nAir Marshal Joseph was conferred with the Presidential awards of Vayusena Medal in 2003\, Vishsisht Seva\nMedal in 2010 and Ati Vishsisht Seva Medal in 2021. The Air Marshal hung his blue uniform on 31st July 2021\nafter 38 ½ years of service. \n\nHe is married to Mrs Sophie Joseph\, an educator\, and they have two sons\, the elder one with the World Bank\,\nand the younger one\, an aviator with Indigo Airlines
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/aerospace-power-as-a-critical-tool-of-statecraft/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260105T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20260102T070038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T051847Z
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SUMMARY:Constructive Role of Noise in Oscillator Networks
DESCRIPTION:he constructive role of temporal disorder (random noise) in facilitating responses of nonlinear systems will be explored in this talk\, through a combination of experimental and numerical investigations. In particular\, nonlinear oscillators and nonlinear oscillator arrays will be considered. These oscillator systems represent models of micro-scale and macro-scale systems and energy harvester systems. It is discussed how noise can be used to transition from one dynamic to another\, including transition from a chaotic state to a periodic state\, influence energy localization\, and realize synchronization.\n\nSpeaker: Prof. B. Balachandran\n\nBiography:\n\nDr. Balachandran received his B. Tech (Naval Architecture) from the Indian Institute of Technology\, Madras\, India\, M.S. (Aerospace Engineering) from Virginia Tech\, Blacksburg\, VA and Ph.D. (Engineering Mechanics) from Virginia Tech. Currently\, he is a Distinguished University Professor and a Minta Martin Professor at the University of Maryland\, where he has been since 1993. His research interests include applied physics\, applied mechanics\, applied mathematics\, nonlinear phenomena\, dynamics and vibrations\, and control. The publications that he has authored/co-authored include a Wiley textbook entitled “Applied Nonlinear Dynamics: Analytical\, Computational\, and Experimental Methods” (1995\, 2004)\, a Thomson/Cengage textbook (2004\, 2009) and a Cambridge University Press textbook (2019) entitled “Vibrations\,” and a co-edited Springer book entitled “Delay Differential Equations: Recent Advances and New Directions” (2009). He holds four U.S. patents and one Japan patent\, three related to fiber optic sensors and two related to atomic force microscopy. He has served as the Editor of the ASME Journal of Computational and Nonlinear Dynamics\, a Contributing Editor of the International Journal of Non-Linear Mechanics\, and a Deputy Editor of the AIAA Journal. He is an ASME Fellow\, an AIAA Fellow\, an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society\, an ASA full member\, and an IEEE Senior Member. He is a recipient of the ASME Melville Medal\, the Thomas Caughey Dynamics Medal\, the Den Hartog Award\, & the Lyapunov Award\, the ASCE Engineering Mechanics Institute Robert Scanlan Medal\, and the AIAA Pendray Aerospace Literature Award. He served as the Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland from May 2011 to December 2023 and ASME Applied Mechanics Division from 2018 to 2019.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/constructive-role-of-noise-in-oscillator-networks/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251223T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:Model-Based Digital Thread and Digital Twin technologies for Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Architecture
DESCRIPTION:Jayendra ‘Jay’ Ganguli \,  is the Associate Director at Pratt & Whitney / RTX\, leading initiatives in Model-Based Digital Thread and Digital Twin technologies for Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 Architecture.\n\nWith over 30 years of experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry\, his career spans leadership roles at GE Aviation\, Boeing (Space and Commercial Aviation)\, and RTX/Pratt & Whitney. His work centers on advancing digital transformation across Systems Engineering\, Design\, Manufacturing\, and MRO.\n\nHe actively contributes to industry standards and interoperability efforts through STEP ISO 10303 and the AIAA\, where he serves as Co-Chair of the Digital Twin Committee and co-author of multiple AIAA publications on Digital Threads and Twins. His presentation will highlight recent AIAA research and address current challenges in Digital Thread and Twin integration for A&D from architectural\, vendor strategy\, and OEM perspectives.\n\nSpeaker : Jayendra ‘Jay’ Ganguli
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/model-based-digital-thread-and-digital-twin-technologies-for-manufacturing-and-industry-4-0-architecture/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251222T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
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SUMMARY:Digital Process Twins for Automated Manufacturing of Thermoplastic Composites: Challenges and Opportunities.
DESCRIPTION:Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) is transforming the fabrication of high-performance thermoplastic composites by enabling precision layup of fiber tows with spatially controlled heating and compaction. Yet\, the interplay of radiative heating\, heat diffusion\, and material flow during AFP remains one of the least understood links between process parameters and structural performance. This seminar presents a unified experimental and modeling framework to unravel these coupled multi-scale multi-physics phenomena and advance the creation of digital process twins for advanced manufacturing of composites. \nThe discussion will begin with the design and thermal characterization of a Xenon-arc flash heating system developed for in-situ processing of CF-PAEK tows. High-resolution irradiance mapping and infrared thermography reveal the dynamic spatial nonuniformity of heat flux during laydown\, providing direct insights into tow heating and cooling behavior. These experimental results are coupled with a physics-based “plug-flow” thermal model that captures the motion of the tow\, its interaction with the roller and substrate\, and the resulting anisotropic heat transfer under realistic AFP conditions. \nThe resulting digital process twin quantitatively predicts temperature evolution\, nip-point bonding conditions\, and crystallinity gradients; key factors governing consolidation quality and defect formation. By linking measured irradiance fields with validated numerical simulations\, this framework offers a predictive capability for optimizing processing parameters to achieve consistent microstructure and interlayer adhesion. The seminar will conclude with perspectives on integrating these models with in-situ sensing and machine learning to enable smart\, autonomous\, defect-tolerant composite manufacturing. \nSpeaker : Dr. Paul Davidson \nBiography: \nDr. Paul Davidson is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington\, where he leads the Digital Design and Advanced Manufacturing of Composite Structures research though the Laboratory of Advanced Materials\, Manufacturing and Analysis (LAMMA). His research integrates experimental mechanics\, multiscale modeling\, and machine learning to develop digital twins for automated composite fabrication and structural performance prediction. His work is supported by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR)\, the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)\, the National Science Foundation (NSF)\, and the University of Texas System.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/digital-process-twins-for-automated-manufacturing-of-thermoplastic-composites-challenges-and-opportunities/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251215T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251212T053032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T102751Z
UID:10000103-1765809000-1765818000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Workshop on Ideation: Envisioning :The Future in Aerospace
DESCRIPTION:SSWR\, Department of Aerospace Engineering\, is organizing a workshop on Ideation.\n\nResource Person:\n\nDr. Ripi Singh\nDigital Transformation and Innovation Coach;\nAuthor\, Keynote Speaker\, Futurist\, 4.0 Evangelist;\nFormer Aero Faculty\, Former R&D Executive;\nAdvisor To Several University Centers; and\nUS Expert for ISO on Innovation Management.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/workshop-on-ideation-envisioning-the-future-in-aerospace/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:Workshops / Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251215T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251212T053000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T102037Z
UID:10000102-1765800000-1765803600@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Data-driven learning of feedback policies for robust model predictive control: An approximation-theoretic view
DESCRIPTION:Model Predictive Control (MPC) is a widely used optimization-based framework for the synthesis of feedback control\, with mature theory and practice in the linear setting. Yet computational tractability remains a key bottleneck—particularly for robust nonlinear min-max MPC—because solving a (robust) optimization problem at every step is expensive and often intractable in practice. Explicit or approximate MPC circumvents this by replacing online optimization with a function evaluation\, but learning accurate and robust approximate feedback policies is challenging. This talk will present new computationally tractable data-driven and approximation-theoretic methods for robust (min-max) model predictive control (MPC) in low- to moderate-dimensional nonlinear systems. The approach leverages some unusual and unique tools from approximation and modern deep learning theory to learn feedback policies with pre-assigned guarantees of uniform learning errors. In practice\, the technique achieves a remarkable 20\,000 times speed-up as opposed to standard techniques in MPC.  \n  \nSpeaker : Siddhartha Ganguly \n  \nBiography: \n  \nSiddhartha Ganguly is currently a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Physics at Kyoto University\, Japan\, and a soon-to-join postdoc in the School of Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology\, USA. He completed his Ph.D. from the Centre for Systems and Control at IIT Bombay. His current research interests are in the area of optimal transport and machine learning with applications to control theory\, optimal control\, and robust optimization with applications to mechanical and aerospace systems.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/data-driven-learning-of-feedback-policies-for-robust-model-predictive-control-an-approximation-theoretic-view/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251211T030000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251210T063024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T092434Z
UID:10000099-1765422000-1765468800@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Normal modes and manoeuvre analysis in a closed form aircraft dynamic model
DESCRIPTION: In this seminar\, I will first introduce an empirical four-parameter formula for lift and drag on an airfoil\, which shows good fits to experimental data. I will then use this formula to obtain a closed form nonlinear dynamical model of the longitudinal or pitch plane motions of an aircraft. The method of time scale separation applied to this model will yield the algebraic approximations of the short period and phugoid modes\, the limits on centre of mass position as well as an explicit relation between the horizontal stabilizer deflection and the trimmed airspeed. Next\, I will use the model to analyse two manoeuvres – an Immelmann turn and a landing. We will see a novel flaring technique\, called steady state flare\, which minimizes the probability of flotation and bounce\, and maximizes the probability of a greased touchdown\, thus increasing safety as well as improving traveller experience. I will conclude the seminar with a discussion of my future research plans.\n\nSpeaker : Dr. Shayak Bhattacharjee\n\nBiography :\n\nDr. Shayak Bhattacharjee obtained his Integrated Master of Science in Physics from IIT Kanpur in 2015 and his PhD from the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering\, Cornell University in 2021. Following a three-year postdoctoral stint at the University of Maryland at College Park\, he returned to India and is currently working for LogiXair\, an aerospace startup incubated at IIT Hyderabad. HIs current research interests are in flight dynamics of piloted airplanes and UAVs\, as well as in propeller analysis and design. He has also worked on dynamical systems of other kinds such as infectious diseases\, violin strings and magnetic levitation devices.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/normal-modes-and-manoeuvre-analysis-in-a-closed-form-aircraft-dynamic-model/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251202T111559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T111559Z
UID:10000098-1764849600-1764853200@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Towards Collaborative Autonomy in Multi-robot Systems: From Swarm Defense to Human-Robot Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Multi-robot systems can significantly expand our ability to operate in complex and hazardous environments\, from disaster response and environmental monitoring to national security. Achieving this requires robotic teams that are scalable\, resilient\, and capable of safe collaboration with each other and with humans. In this talk\, I will present my research toward advancing such autonomous multi-robot systems. I begin with my research work on adversarial swarm defense\, where I developed a unified framework that enables defender robots to protect safety-critical areas against both risk-averse and risk-taking adversarial swarms. This framework leverages real-time monitoring of adversarial swarm behavior\, optimal task assignment\, and trajectory planning for coordinated defense\, combining herding and collision-aware interception to collaboratively mitigate a wide range of adversarial behaviors.\nI then highlight my broader efforts to enable reliable autonomy in real-world settings\, including human-multi-robot collaboration\, motion planning for tethered robots in extreme terrains\, and automated ROS2-based integration testing pipelines for PX4 UAVs. Together\, these contributions reflect a cohesive and ongoing research direction toward building reliable multi-robot systems that operate safely\, effectively\, and collaboratively amid uncertainty and real-world constraints. \nSpeaker : Vishnu S. Chipade \nBiography: \nVishnu S. Chipade is a Senior Researcher at the Secure Systems Research Center\, Technology Innovation Institute\, Abu Dhabi. He received his PhD and Master’s degrees in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan\, Ann Arbor\, USA and Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur\, India. His research focuses on developing scalable and reliable multi-robot systems that operate safely\, securely\, and collaboratively with robots and humans in complex real-world environments\, leveraging the best of classical and AI-driven approaches to autonomy. His research has been published in top venues such as T-RO\, TCNS\, ICRA\, IROS\, CDC\, etc.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/towards-collaborative-autonomy-in-multi-robot-systems-from-swarm-defense-to-human-robot-collaboration/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251128T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251126T090534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T090534Z
UID:10000096-1764327600-1764334800@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:From Flight Control to Multi-Agent Systems
DESCRIPTION:In this two-part talk\, I will present an overview of my research over the past ten years in the academia and the industry. In the first part\, I will talk about the use of articulated wings for rapid manoeuvring at high angles of attack\, particularly with application to landing in constrained spaces. I will present a first-principles analysis leading to design rules as well as guidelines for control design. In the second part\, I will talk about some recent work on the control of the emergent behaviour of large multi-agent systems. I will present motivating examples drawn from my recent research\, including in the industry. I will talk about the use of continuum methods for describing the dynamics of large systems and for designing compact control laws. I will wrap up by discussing interesting directions for future research on these topics. \nSpeaker : Aditya A. Paranjape \nBiography : \nAditya A. Paranjape received B.Tech and M.Tech in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay in 2007\, and PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2011. After completing his post-doc in 2013 from the University of Illinois\, he held tenure-track academic positions\, most recently at Imperial College London\, before spending five years with TCS Research\, a division of Tata Consultancy Services\, in Pune\, India. He has been with the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Monash University since April 2024. He is also Honorary Lecturer at Imperial College London and Visiting Associate Professor at IIT Bombay. His research interests are centred around flight dynamics\, control systems\, and multi-agent systems. He is a Senior Member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a member of AIAA’s Atmospheric Flight Mechanics Technical Committee.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/from-flight-control-to-multi-agent-systems/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T103000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251119T064621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T064621Z
UID:10000095-1763721000-1763730000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Electrospinning Technology\, Applications and Advancements
DESCRIPTION:Electrospinning has emerged as one of the most versatile and impactful techniques for producing nanofibers in various applications\, including healthcare\, biotechnology\, filtration\, and advanced materials. This seminar offers a comprehensive overview of both the foundational science and the latest advancements that are shaping the future of the field. The talk will cover topics such as Fundamentals and principles of electrospinning; Materials\, polymers\, and process optimization; Advances in portable and clinical electrospinning systems; Electrospun materials for wound care & tissue regeneration; Applications in drug delivery\, filtration\, and protective materials; Case studies & commercialization pathways; Opportunities\, challenges\, and future trends. \nSpeaker : Dr. Claudia Barzilay \nBiography :\nDr. Claudia Barzilay is a leading scientist in electrospinning-based medical technologies and a key contributor to innovation at Nanomedic Technologies\, Israel — the company behind SpinCare™\, a revolutionary portable electrospinning system that creates personalized\, on-body wound dressings. She holds a PhD in biomaterials and nanotechnology\, where her research focused on advanced polymer systems and nanofiber-based solutions for clinical use. She later completed a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship at Stanford University\, specializing in translational biomaterials\, nanostructured polymers\, and medical technologies designed for real-world clinical impact. Dr. Barzilay’s work spans nanofiber engineering\, polymer science\, and medical device development. She collaborates closely with hospitals\, research institutions\, and industry partners worldwide\, contributing to the development of next-generation electrospinning platforms for wound healing\, regenerative medicine\, drug delivery\, and personalized healthcare applications.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/electrospinning-technology-applications-and-advancements/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251027T103000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251024T100127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T100127Z
UID:10000092-1761561000-1761570000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Advanced Fiber Laser Technologies and Applications from VPG Laserone: Integrating Industrial\, Medical\, and Scientific Innovations
DESCRIPTION:VPG Laserone\, a successor of IRE-Polus Ltd founded in 1991 by physicist Valentin P. Gapontsev\, represents over three decades of scientific leadership in high-power fiber laser technology. The company has established a vertically integrated manufacturing ecosystem in Russia—localizing 85 % of component production and dedicating 25 % of its investments to R&D—to design\, develop\, and industrialize advanced photonic systems for industrial\, medical\, and telecommunication applications. Its current portfolio spans continuous-wave\, quasi-continuous-wave\, nanosecond\, and picosecond fiber lasers\, with output powers reaching 60 kW and pulse energies exceeding 60 J. These sources power a range of industrial laser systems—including orbital pipe-welding (TongWELD)\, hydro-laser cutting (FL-HYDRO)\, laser cladding and hardening platforms (FL-CPM)\, robotic laser processing (LightBOT)\, and precision micro-machining systems (FL-MICRO). The company’s fiber-based laser cleaning and welding systems (LiteWELD\, LightCLEAN) demonstrate high beam quality\, energy efficiency > 40 %\, and operational reliability under continuous-duty cycles.\nBeyond manufacturing\, VPG Laserone extends photonics into biomedical and telecommunication domains. Its FiberLase CR and Urolase series of thulium-fiber medical lasers support clinical applications in tissue regeneration\, urology\, and surgery\, under ISO 13485:2016 certification. In telecom\, the HORIZON DWDM platform and KONUS optical transport systems enable ultra-long-reach optical communication networks with flexible topology and OTN switching.\nContinuous innovation in laser physics\, materials science\, and precision engineering underpins VPG Laserone’s mission to “fill reality with innovations.” By combining fundamental research with scalable industrialization\, the company aims to become a global benchmark in laser-based manufacturing and photonic integration by 2030—advancing scientific discovery and enabling transformative industrial applications across multiple sectors. \n  \nSpeaker :  Artur Andreev \, First Deputy CEO \, VPG Laserone LLC (formerly IRE-Polus Ltd)\nFryazino\, Moscow Region\, Russia
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/advanced-fiber-laser-technologies-and-applications-from-vpg-laserone-integrating-industrial-medical-and-scientific-innovations/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251021T054808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T054808Z
UID:10000090-1761148800-1761152400@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Experimental Studies and Control of Subsonic & Supersonic Flows Strategic Opportunities for Collaboration with Florida State University
DESCRIPTION:This talk will consist of parts: The first provides an overview of some interesting and challenging problems that have been studied over the past three decades by my research group. These studies span subsonic and supersonic flows and often involve developing or applying advanced diagnostics in difficult environments allowing us to peer into complex\, feature-rich flows and offering significant insight into the governing physics. I will highlight a few\, representative\, complex flows. The first problem involves subsonic flow around a cylinder with a slanted base—a canonical bluff body geometry analogous to an aircraft fuselage that is often dominated by strong unsteady-meandering vortices. The second consists of supersonic single and dual impinging jets – canonical models of flows that occur in VTOL/STOVL aircraft during hover. They often produce highly unsteady aeroacoustics that are resonance driven resulting in extremely high noise levels\, fatigue of structures and other issues. The third example is the three-dimensional flow field due to single and dual-fin generated swept shock wave/boundary layer interaction (SBLI). Such interactions are ubiquitous in supersonic-hypersonic air vehicles where they can impact internal and external aerodynamics. If time permits\, examples of implementing active flow control (AFC) for some of these problems will also be examined.\nThe research discussed herein is a very limited subset of the broad array of advanced research being conducted at Florida State University (FSU) by its faculty and students\, using many unique and cutting-edge facilities. An introduction to some of FSU’s core research strengths and capabilities is the focus of the second part of the talk. In addition to the STEM-focused fields\, FSU’s has many other areas of significant and emerging strength such as Health\, Business\, Entrepreneurship and Innovation-driven translation. As a result\, I hope to catalyze a dialogue between our institutions to identify a framework and paths for mutually beneficial partnerships. Such partnerships may include\, but are not limited to\, faculty exchanges\, joint research proposals and projects\, and student exchanges and residencies abroad\, with the goal of amplifying global exchange of ideas\, accelerating discovery and enhancing national and international impact. \nSpeaker: Farrukh Alvi \n  \nBiography :  \nFarrukh Alvi is the Don Fuqua Eminent Scholar and Professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering. He also serves as the Senior Associate Provost for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation at Florida State University\, where he helps drive major institutional projects and partnerships. Over the past two years in this role\, Farrukh has led strategic initiatives from the Provost’s Office that have strengthened FSU’s global engagement\, advanced institutional innovation\, and expanded collaborative research opportunities across disciplines. He recently completed an IPA assignment as the Director for Institutional Research Capacity and Strategic Growth at the Basic Research Office under the Office of Undersecretary of Defense (Research & Engineering). Previously\, Farrukh served as the Senior Associate Dean for Research & Graduate Studies at the FAMU- FSU College of Engineering for nearly 6 years including as the Interim Dean in 2022.  In 2023\, he co-led Florida State University’s development and funding of a landmark $160M+ proposal for the Institute for Strategic Partnerships\, Innovation\, Research\, and Education (InSPIRE)\, ultimately serving as its founding Executive Director. He also leads\, as principal investigator\, a multi-institutional NSF Engines proposal to create the Florida Advanced Manufacturing Engine (FLAME)\, which was selected as a semifinalist. His efforts overseeing InSPIRE and FLAME have catalyzed new models for institutional collaboration and innovation. He is the founding director of the Florida Center for Advanced Aero-propulsion (FCAAP)\, a multi-university\, state-wide research\, training and education center he helped establish in 2008. Farrukh received his B.S. in Nuclear Engineering from UC Berkeley and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University. His research focuses on fundamental phenomenon\, primarily in compressible flows; active flow and noise control\, including the development and use of micro-fluidic actuators; and the development and use of advanced diagnostics. He holds numerous patents in his areas of research. His research has been funded by numerous US government entities(NSF\, AFOSR\, ONR\, DARPA\, ARO) and industry. He has mentored more than 60 PhD and MS students\, post-doctoral researchers and scientists. He is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society\, Fellow of ASME\, an Associate Fellow of AIAA and has served as an Associate Editor of the AIAA Journal.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/experimental-studies-and-control-of-subsonic-supersonic-flows-strategic-opportunities-for-collaboration-with-florida-state-university/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251022T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251021T110651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T110651Z
UID:10000091-1761147000-1761152400@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Ph.D.(Engg):Elastic Wave Propagation in Textured Polycrystalline Media
DESCRIPTION:The performance and reliability of structural components in advanced engineering applications\, such as turbine discs in aeroengines\, are critically influenced by their microstructural characteristics\, particularly the crystallographic texture. Texture controls the mechanical response of a material and ultimately governs the safe life of a component. Ultrasonic non-destructive evaluation (NDE) techniques offer a powerful way to routinely monitor such materials volumetrically; however\, interpreting wave measurements in polycrystalline media is challenging due to structural noise\, wave reflections and mode conversion. While numerical approaches enable the near-experimental exploration of elastic waves in such media\, they are often computationally expensive.\nThis work addresses this challenge by developing a computationally efficient and experimentally supported simulation-driven framework to study elastic wave propagation in textured polycrystalline media and to recover intrinsic material properties\, such as stiffness () and density ()\, from measured group velocities (). The work is structured in two major parts:\nFirst\, forward simulations: Synthetic polycrystalline volume elements (PVE) were generated using DREAM.3D\, subsequently embedded in COMSOL Multiphysics\, where wave propagation studies were conducted on PVEs with controlled texture intensities (e.g.\, Cube {001} <100> and Copper {112} <111>)\, as well as with the experimentally informed microstructures. The results reveal that increasing texture intensity leads to more anisotropic group velocity and reduced wave scattering. To efficiently incorporate large experimental orientation datasets obtained from deformation and annealing textures\, a reduced microstructural strategy was developed that preserves the texture information while significantly reducing computational cost. This approach provides experimental support for the small-sized PVEs\, demonstrating their reliability in capturing the sense of the wave velocity governed by crystallographic texture.\nBuilding upon the methodology developed\, an application-based study was conducted on the dual-microstructure of the turbine disc to investigate the combined effects of grain size and grain orientation on wave velocity. The results showed the dominance of grain orientation over grain size\, establishing texture as a crucial microstructural feature that governs elastic wave propagation and is also a prime indicator of the operational reliability of a component.\nSecond\, inverse property identification: A frequency-domain inversion framework based on spectral finite element method (SFEM)\, and nonlinear least square optimization was formulated to estimate elastic stiffness () and density () directly from the measured wave responses. This approach bypasses time-domain complexities and avoids dependence on prior material data\, achieving accurate recovery of intrinsic properties even in the presence of scattering noise.\nThe inversely predicted data () were validated for both synthetic and experimentally informed microstructures using a wave-independent methodology () that displays an excellent agreement within  4 % deviations. The results reveal how texture information can be inferred using uncertainty limits  and \, which are strongly influenced by microstructural scattering.\nOverall\, the work establishes a computationally efficient and experimentally supported pathway for texture-sensitive applications\, offering a rapid property identification in components where destructive methods are not feasible. These contributions enhance our understanding of wave-microstructure interactions and support the development of routine non-destructive evaluation of structural materials in aerospace and other critical engineering sectors.\n\nSpeaker :  Himanshu Gupta\n\nResearch Supervisors : Prof. S. Gopalakrishnan & Prof. Satyam Suwas
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/ph-d-enggelastic-wave-propagation-in-textured-polycrystalline-media/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:Thesis Colloquium / Defence
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251016T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20251016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20251016T033002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T053705Z
UID:10000089-1760626800-1760634000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Analysis and Design of Highly Flexible Morphing Structures
DESCRIPTION:Advancements in the aviation sector have consistently aimed to maximize efficiency through a multi-disciplinary approach\, focusing on optimizing both structural and aerodynamic performance. Although modern aerospace structures are engineering marvels\, they often lack or limit the flexibility observed in nature—such as the flexible\, flapping wings of birds. This contrast underscores a significant opportunity to enhance structural performance without compromising safety. A paradigm shift towards more flexible or morphing structures could open up a new realm of lightweight\, adaptive solutions. Rather than resisting sudden\, extreme loads\, flexible structures adapt by deforming and altering their stiffness characteristics\, thereby maintaining safety. Multistable composite laminates are promising candidates for morphing applications\, owing to their ability to switch between multiple stable states. By applying external energy\, these structures can transition\, or “snap through\,” from one stable shape to another\, a phenomenon extensively explored in aerospace research.\nTo advance this field\, this study proposes the computational analysis and design of small-scale morphing structures. The study introduces a novel morphing component based on multistable fiber-reinforced composites\, generated through thermally induced residual stresses. Surface-bonded piezoelectric composite actuators are employed to trigger the snap-through. The study presents refined semi-analytical and finite element techniques\, and the findings are validated by manufacturing and testing small-scale morphing elements. Results demonstrate that\, compared to conventional morphing structures\, the proposed design can reduce energy consumption significantly (more than 60% for the presented design). Looking ahead\, the focus has to shift toward extending these concepts for real applications\, with the goal of preventing failures while enabling large deformations under extreme loading conditions. Achieving this balance demands a novel approach\, integrating state-of-the-art computational and manufacturing technologies. Future efforts will aim to explore the structural design space of flexible stiffness switching structures (S³)\, unlocking the full potential of adaptive\, intelligent\, next-generation systems of the future.\n\n\nSpeaker : Dr. Anilkumar P. M.\n\nBiography\n\nDr. Anilkumar P. M. is a research group leader (postdoctoral researcher) in composite structures at the Institute of Structural Analysis\, Leibniz University Hannover\, Germany (since April 2023). He completed his PhD at IIT Madras (January 2023) in morphing structures\, supported by the PMRF and the DAAD binational PhD program with collaboration in Hannover\, along with exchange visits to the Bernal Composite Group\, University of Limerick. He holds an M.Tech. from IIT Madras and a B.Tech. from NIT Calicut. He has published extensively in morphing structures\, stability of composite structures\, and related areas. His research interests include composite materials and structures\, smart morphing structures\, and buckling/postbuckling analysis.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/analysis-and-design-of-highly-flexible-morphing-structures/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250821T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250821T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250819T054916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T112000Z
UID:10000086-1755777600-1755781200@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Development of Control Law for MALE UAV with Autonomous Take-off and Landing
DESCRIPTION:This seminar presents a systematic methodology for the design of flight control laws for Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV operating at high altitudes\, including the development of control law for fully autonomous take-off and landing operations. The process begins by developing a detailed model of the aircraft\, incorporating parameters such as mass\, inertia\, aerodynamic characteristics\, centre of gravity variation\, and propulsion data. These models are employed for both linear and nonlinear analyses\, including trim calculations across\nthe entire flight envelope up to 30\,000 ft. They also account for endurance at moderate altitudes exceeding 20 hours\, incorporating engine performance degradation above 23\,000 ft. To ensure practical performance\, the model includes a lumped delay\, actuator dynamics\, and sensor model. Control laws are then designed around central and extreme trim conditions\, following military-grade stability margins. The control law design involves the adaptation of classical proportional derivative and integral (PID) control and the proposal of decoupled incremental nonlinear dynamic inversion (DINDI) as a modern alternative. The control law is tested through various simulation stages. These include model-in-the-loop (MIL) testing and Monte Carlo simulations with disturbances like turbulence and wind gusts. Once verified\, the controller is tested as hardware in a hardware-in-the-loop simulation\, followed by flight trials. This workflow ensures the resulting control laws are both reliable and adaptable\, making them suitable for modern UAV missions in dynamic\, real conditions. In the future\, the control system undergoes flight envelope expansion\n\n\nSpeaker: Dr. Salahudden\, Dept. of Aerospace Engineering\, Punjab Engineering College\, Chandigarh\n\nBiography:\nDr. Salahudden is currently working as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Aerospace Engineering (AE) at Punjab Engineering College\, Chandigarh\, India. Prior to this\, he was the Deputy Manager in Flight Controls Department at TATA Aerospace and Defence. Before that\, he worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Auburn University in the AE Department\, United States.\nHe earned a Ph.D. in AE from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK)\, India\, in 2022. He received a M.Tech in AE from IIT Kanpur in 2018 and a B.Tech in AE from SRM University Chennai\, India in 2016. His research interests include the areas of flight mechanics\, high angle of attack aircraft dynamics\, aircraft design\, control law design for flight vehicles and autopilot\ndesign. He published numerous reputable journals and conferences based on his research. He is also serving as a reviewer for several reputed journals. He has received many academic and\nresearch awards (Outstanding PhD Thesis Award\, Excellent Undergraduate Project Award\,\nOutstanding Academic Performance Award\, to name a few)
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/development-of-control-law-for-male-uav-with-autonomous-take-off-and-landing/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250630T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250630T060101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T060101Z
UID:10000081-1751299200-1751302800@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Nature of Phase Kinetics and Memory in Shape Memory Alloys
DESCRIPTION:Shape Memory phenomenon in some intermetallics like NiTi is well known. However\, during arbitrary thermomechanical loading\, these materials exhibit several other interesting\, yet less-understood phenomena. In this talk\, Thermal Arrest Memory and associated effects during interrupted phase transformations in shape memory alloys are discussed and some fascinating underpinnings in the associated martensitic transformations are highlighted.\nThe research talk will be followed by a presentation by the speaker about potential Research and Teaching initiatives and future directions toward collaborative activities at the department. This will include a brief overview of the R&D experience of the speaker over 3 decades\, and a strategy to pursue Research and Development of allied Aerospace technologies and engage with relevant organizations. A brief overview of proposed elective courses like Advanced Aerospace Materials\, and Life-Cycle Analysis and Design of Aerospace systems and components is provided. These are aimed at enhancing the academic level of the students of the department and making them more contemporary. \nSpeaker : Dr. Vidyashankar Buravalla \nBiography :  \nDr. Vidyashankar Buravalla obtained his Ph.D in Aerospace Engineering from IISc in 1998. He has worked in National\, International\, and Multinational R&D entities over the last 3 decades. His areas of expertise include Smart materials and systems\, composite materials and structures\, continuum mechanics\, thermodynamics\, fracture mechanics\, vibration and damping\, NDE and turbomachinery.  He recently superannuated as a Principal Engineer from GE Global Research Center in Bangalore where he worked for nearly 13 years. Prior to that\, he worked in GM R&D for nearly 10 years\, in ADA for 3 years\, and in Rolls-Royce Technology Center in Sheffield UK for 3 years as a Research Fellow. He has 24 Journal and 13 Conference publications and more than 35 technical internal reports. He has 15 patents awarded and more than 30 patent applications under review/processing. He has received several awards in his R&D career and also served as an Adjunct Faculty at IIT-Kanpur between 2008 and 2012. He is associated with several professional bodies and recently served as Hon. President of the Institute of Smart Structures and Systems (ISSS).
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/nature-of-phase-kinetics-and-memory-in-shape-memory-alloys/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250607T173000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250603T101338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T063640Z
UID:10000078-1749286800-1749317400@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Onboard Trajectory Optimization for System Autonomy on Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Onboard trajectory optimization lies at the heart of true system autonomy\, including UAVs\, Robots\, spacecrafts\, launch vehicles\, missiles\, and so on. Onboard trajectory optimization in real time (optimal guidance) can be generally viewed as a difficult problem. However\, it holds great promise for true system autonomy. The complex interplay between autonomy and onboard decision support systems introduces new vulnerabilities that are extremely hard to predict with most existing guidance and control tools. In this tutorial workshop\, the basic background behind trajectory optimization and computational guidance will be reviewed first. Next\, some recent advances in stabilized continuation techniques for solving two-point boundary value problems with convergence and compute guarantees will be discussed. These concepts further extend for applications to broad classes of trajectory guidance applications for aerospace flight systems including the accommodation of higher-fidelity models through bootstrapping techniques. These technical foundations will be highlighted through illustrative examples for optimal trajectory guidance inside dynamic and uncertain environments. The topics covered will also include an overview of optimal computational guidance with its relevance for challenging aerospace missions. \nLectures:\n1.Overview of Trajectory Optimization (Optimal Control)\n2.Stabilized Continuation for Onboard Trajectory Optimization\n3.Computational Guidance for Aerospace Missions\n4.Bootstrapping Techniques for Onboard Trajectory Optimization \n  \n 
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/onboard-trajectory-optimization-for-system-autonomy-on-saturday/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:Workshops / Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250520T103000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250515T052853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T052853Z
UID:10000074-1747737000-1747742400@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Nonlinear saturation of Mack modes in a hypersonic boundary layer
DESCRIPTION:Some decades ago J. T. Stuart formulated a theory for nonlinear saturation of hydrodynamically unstable modes. He proposed that an unstable mode\, upon gaining sufficient energy\, distorts the mean flow. This mean flow distortion reduces the shear\, thus reducing the inviscid energy production mechanism which eventually results in a saturation of instability. In a hypersonic boundary layer\, Mack modes\, which have an acoustic as well as a vortical structure\, saturate with a different mechanism. In this talk I will present the Mack mode instability saturation mechanism using parallel flow DNS and models. I will also give a brief overview of the other ongoing research activity in my group at IIT Delhi. \n  \nSpeaker: Dr. Prateek Gupta \n  \nBiography : \nDr. Gupta is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Mechanics\, IIT Delhi. He completed his BTech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT Delhi in 2015 and PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University in 2019. He performed theoretical and numerical investigations of nonlinearities in thermoacoustic systems for this PhD thesis. He later joined the Mechanical and Process Engineering Department at ETH Zurich as a Postdoctoral Fellow\, where he worked on theoretical and computational modeling of non-equilibrium thermodynamics in crystalline materials. He joined the faculty of his alma mater in 2021. Dr. Gupta’s broad research interests span fundamentals and applications of fluid mechanics\, statistical mechanics\, and thermodynamics. \n 
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/nonlinear-saturation-of-mack-modes-in-a-hypersonic-boundary-layer/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250430T110000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250430T123000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250429T092155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T092155Z
UID:10000073-1746010800-1746016200@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Electrographic Seizure Detection and Forecasting for People with Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:About fifty million people worldwide suffer from epilepsy\, a neurological disorder marked by sudden\, recurrent episodes of abnormal electrical activity in the brain\, potentially causing sensory disturbances\, convulsions and/or loss of consciousness. Seizure diaries that record the start and end times of each seizure\, along with associated information are important in the management of the disease. However\, video electroencephalogram (EEG) systems available in epilepsy monitoring units and at home ambulatory monitoring units are bulky and unwieldy for continuously monitoring patients during activities of their everyday life. In this talk\, I will describe ongoing efforts to address this issue by utilizing single channel\, wireless and wearable EEG sensors\, and a machine learning approach to continuously monitor persons with epilepsy to detect and characterize electrographic seizures. In addition to explaining the basic approach to automated seizure analysis\, I will discuss: (1) an approach to generalizing the method so that systems trained on one set of patients can be used to monitor other patients; (2) an approach to enhancing the training of the machine learning system when sufficient amount of data is not available; (3) a probabilistic method for determining the type of seizure; (4) our approaches to converting intermediate\, segment-level decisions to seizure event-level decisions; and (5) a personalized algorithm for seizure forecasting to warn patients of impending seizures. I will illustrate the viability of our algorithms using data collected in a multi-center study. \n  \nSpeaker : V John Mathews \nBiography :  \nV John Mathews is a professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the Oregon State University and Prof. Satish Dhawan (IoE) Visiting Chair Professor at the Indian Institute of Science\, Bangalore. He received his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in electrical and computer engineering from the University of Iowa\, Iowa City\, Iowa in 1984 and 1981\, respectively\, and the B.E. (Hons.) degree in electronics and communication engineering from the Regional Engineering College (now National Institute of Technology)\, Tiruchirappalli\, India in 1980. \nHis research interests are in nonlinear and adaptive signal processing and application of signal processing and machine learning techniques in neural engineering\, biomedicine\, and structural health management. Mathews is a Fellow of the IEEE. He has served in many leadership positions of the IEEE Signal Processing Society.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/electrographic-seizure-detection-and-forecasting-for-people-with-epilepsy/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250327T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250321T092005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T050121Z
UID:10000064-1743069600-1743075000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Challenges and Strategies for Machining Aerospace High-Temperature Materials
DESCRIPTION:Abstract:\nThe presentation opens with a comparison of high-temperature materials with everyday metals. This will be followed by a discussion of challenges and an understanding of the machinability of high-temperature materials. Next\, various strategies for machining high-temperature materials\, along with practical real-life case studies\, will be presented. We will be introducing the concept of Feed Milling and its advantages. Pocket Milling is among challenging operations\, and we will discuss existing and alternate methods of pocket milling. Finally\, we will discuss the Barrel mill concept for faster profile machining and a few other solutions. \nSpeaker: H R Narasimhan \n  \nBiography:\nH R Narasimhan is currently a Business Development Manager at ISCAR Metalworks\, a multinational metal-cutting tools company affiliated with one of the world’s largest metalworking conglomerates\, the IMC Group (International Metalworking Companies). He has over 25 years of experience in the US Aerospace Industry in Los Angeles\, Oregon\, Seattle\, and Salt Lake City areas\, with several years of experience as National Product Manager for milling and specializing in machining high-temperature materials and composites
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/challenges-and-strategies-for-machining-aerospace-high-temperature-materials/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250317T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250225T055413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T055413Z
UID:10000055-1742202000-1742232600@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Workshop on Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:The Society for Shock Wave Research (India )\, Department of Aerospace Engineering is organizing a “One Day Workshop on Sustainability in Aerospace”  on Monday\, March 17\, 2025. The primary objective of this workshop is to delve into recent advancements and future challenges in sustainable aerospace technology.\nThe aerospace sector is experiencing significant growth in both aviation and space access. As environmental and sustainability concerns take center stage\, the need for continued growth and expansion in the aerospace sector becomes more pressing. This workshop aims to bring together students\, academics\, industry professionals\, and global experts to engage in discussions focused on innovative solutions for sustainability in propulsion systems\, aircraft designs\, fuels\, and space systems. Technical experts from TU-Delft\, University of Central Florida\, IISc and startups from the Netherlands and India will be delivering expert talks highlighting the frontline research activity towards sustainability in aerospace systems. Ample opportunities for discussions among community members will enable the spawning of new research directions.\nWorkshop Brochure is attached.\n\nInterested participants\, kindly register for the workshop.\n\nPlease contact srisharao@iisc.ac.in / sumittambe@iisc.ac.in for any clarifications.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/workshop-on-sustainability/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:Workshops / Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250305T153000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250303T052352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T052352Z
UID:10000056-1741188600-1741194000@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:Multi-fuel combustion for sustainable aviation
DESCRIPTION:With the climate change becoming as one of the main challenges for human existence\, every sector has to contribute in reducing its climate footprint. Being an international and hard to abate sectors\, aviation is struggling to find a viable replacement for kerosene. This talk focuses on a novel multi-fuel combustion strategy that is aimed at making aviation fuel agnostic. This is one of the latest endeavours that we are pursuing at TU Delft along with our industrial partners\, Airbus and Safran. \n  \nSpeaker:  Prof. Arvind G Rao \nBiography : \nDr. Arvind Gangoli Rao\, is a Chair Professor of Sustainable Aircraft Propulsion at the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering\, TU Delft. Dr. Gangoli Rao obtained his masters and PhD in aerospace engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology\, Bombay and later worked at Technion\, Israel as a post-doctoral researcher. Dr. Gangoli Rao is a specialist in aircraft propulsion and has worked on a variety of problems related to gas turbines and novel propulsion systems for aircraft\, especially ones dealing with the usage of alternative energy sources. He has authored around 100 publications. Dr. Gangoli Rao has been involved in several EU projects and Dutch funded projects on sustainable aviation along with the industrial partners. He is the Dutch representative International Society of Air Breathing Engines (ISABE). He is also a member of the ACARE (Advisory Committee for Research and innovation in Europe) working group on Energy and Environment.
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/multi-fuel-combustion-for-sustainable-aviation/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
CATEGORIES:AE Seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250128T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20250131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T092258
CREATED:20250127T042311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T042955Z
UID:10000050-1738054800-1738342800@aero.iisc.ac.in
SUMMARY:AERES 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Aerospace Engineering\, IISc\, is excited to invite you to AERES 2025—a premier Aerospace Research Students’ Symposium. This 4-day event brings together MTech and PhD students from IISc and other leading institutes to showcase innovative research and connect with industry experts. \n  \nWhy Attend AERES 2025? \n• 6 Keynote Talks: Hear from distinguished leaders in the aerospace industry. \n• 2 Workshops: Enhance your skills with hands-on learning opportunities. \n• Oral and Poster Presentations: Discover groundbreaking research and engage in discussions on cutting-edge advancements. \nThis symposium offers an excellent platform to network\, learn from industry leaders\, and explore the latest trends in aerospace technology. \nThis year we are also welcoming select student participants from Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) to attend and present their research in AERES. \n  \nSchedule Link:  \nhttps://ca00f07c-32a8-46fd-ad7a-fb170b00b80e.filesusr.com/ugd/0858f9_0ebf6e9519354c66ae41e406446cbd13.pdf
URL:https://aero.iisc.ac.in/event/aeres-2025/
LOCATION:Auditorium (AE 005)\, Department of Aerospace Engineering
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