10/12/2025
β¨ Glimpses of FEATHER-2025 β Day 5 & Valedictory
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06 December 2025
π NIT Hamirpur
The fifth and final day of FEATHER-2025 concluded with insightful sessions and a grand valedictory function:
π Prof. K. Srinivas Reddy, IIT Madras
Talk: Solar Thermal Technologies for Future Energy Solutions
π Dr. Prashant Kumar, Head, DoME, NIT Hamirpur
Talk: Heat Recovery Thermodynamic Cycles
The valedictory session included:
Closing remarks and event summary by Dr. Varun, Convener, NIT Hamirpur
Insights on FEATHER-2025 by Prof. Prashant Kumar, Chairman, HoD Mechanical Engineering
Feedback collection and certificate distribution for participants
Vote of thanks by Dr. Ajoy Debbarma, Convener, expressing gratitude to:
Prof. Hiralal Murlidhar Suryawanshi, Director, NIT Hamirpur
Dr. Archana Santosh Nanoty, Registrar, NIT Hamirpur
Prof. Sushil Chauhan, Dean, Faculty Welfare, NIT Hamirpur
Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Hamirpur
Co-convener & FEATHER-2025 team
All participants, scholars, technicians, and supporting staff
ANRF for funding support
The five-day workshop concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation and fruitful knowledge exchange. Looking forward to FEATHER-2026!
πΈ Swipe through the photos to see the final day highlights, valedictory moments, and certificate distribution.
Regards!
Team FEATHER-2025
10/12/2025
β¨ Glimpses of FEATHER-2025 β Day 4
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05 December 2025
π NIT Hamirpur
Day-4 of FEATHER-2025 showcased cutting-edge sessions on phase change heat transfer, battery thermal management, and CFD applications in energy systems:
π Prof. Parmod Kumar, IIT Mandi
Talk: Phase Change Heat Transfer for Electronic Cooling Applications
π Prof. Subhash Chander, NIT Jalandhar
Talk: Advances in Battery Thermal Management Systems
π Dr. Vasujeet Singh, CFD Engineer, Infinipoint Technologies
Talk: CFD Solutions in the Energy Sector
πΈ Swipe through the photos to see the engaging sessions, discussions, and knowledge-sharing moments from Day-4.
Thanks
Regards!
Team FEATHER-2025
10/12/2025
β¨ Glimpses of FEATHER-2025 β Day 3
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04 December 2025
π NIT Hamirpur
Day-3 of FEATHER-2025 featured advanced sessions on thermal management, life cycle assessment, and innovative research in heat transfer, including lab demonstrations:
π Prof. Amaresh Dalal, IIT Guwahati
Talk: Development of Hybrid Battery Thermal Management System for Li-ion Battery Pack
π Dr. Varun, NIT Hamirpur
Talk: Life Cycle Assessment: An Introduction
π Dr. Ajoy Debbarma, NIT Hamirpur
Talk: Magnetic Vortex Generators: Heat Transfer Enhancement in Mini-Channels
Lab Demonstration: Modelling Magnetic Vortex Generators in ANSYS
πΈ Swipe through the photos to see the interactive sessions, lab demonstrations, and knowledge sharing moments from Day-3.
Thanks
Regards!
Team FEATHER-2025
10/12/2025
β¨ Glimpses of FEATHER-2025 β Day 2
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03 December 2025
π NIT Hamirpur
Day-2 of FEATHER-2025 was filled with engaging sessions, digital posters, and research talks by experts and young researchers:
π Prof. Jishnu Bhattacharya, IIT Kanpur
Talk: Exploiting Hilly Barren Landscape for Harvesting Solar Energy
π Dr. Varun, NIT Hamirpur
Talk: Advancements in Solar Air Heater Technologies for Improved Efficiency
π Dr. Akhilesh Kr. Choudhary, NIT Hamirpur
Talk: Design of Experiments: An Application in Thermal Engineering
π§βπ¬ Student/Young Researcher Presentations:
Digital Poster / Research Talk:
Dr. Varun Pratap Singh: Paradigm Classification of Solar Thermal Technologies.
Amit Kumar: A Critical Analysis of Paradigm Shifts from Domestic Solar Cooking to Institutional Solar Cooking Technologies.
Krishna Kumar Pandey: Hydrogen Enriched Diesel Combustion with Ammonia through Gaseous Injection and Aqueous Ammonia Solution Blends.
πΈ Swipe through the photos to see the knowledge exchange, interactive discussions, and research highlights from Day-2.
Thanks
Regards!
Team FEATHER-2025
10/12/2025
β¨ Glimpses of FEATHER-2025 β Day 1
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02 December 2025
π NIT Hamirpur
Day-1 of FEATHER-2025 featured highly insightful sessions delivered by our eminent speakers:
π Prof. Sandip Saha, IIT Bombay
Talk: Applications of the Porous Medium Approach to Thermal Energy Storage
π Prof. Dibakar Raksh*t, IIT Delhi
Talk: Battery Thermal Management (BTMS) of Li-ion Batteries
π Prof. Sudhakar Subudhi, IIT Roorkee
Talk: Natural Convection in Water and Nanofluids
πΈ Swipe through the photos to see the enriching discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and moments from Day-1 that set a strong foundation for the upcoming sessions.
Thanks
Regards!
Team FEATHER-2025
02/12/2025
π FEATHER-2025 | Inaugural Ceremony π
Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Hamirpur
Conveners Dr. Ajoy Debbarma and Dr. Varun successfully organized the inaugural ceremony of FEATHER-2025 β Future Energy And Thermal Engineering Research β at NIT Hamirpur. This yearβs theme is βAdvancements in Heat Transfer and Thermal Management in Engineering.β
The ceremony was graced by Prof. H. M. Suryawanshi, Director, NIT Hamirpur, as Chief Guest, who highlighted the importance of thermal management in electric vehicle solutions and the role of academic research in advancing these technologies. Prof. Sandip Saha (IIT Bombay) and Prof. Dibakar Raksh*t (IIT Delhi) joined as Guests of Honour. Dr. Archana Santosh Nanoty, Registrar, NIT Hamirpur, were also present as distinguished guests, along with Chairman of FEATHER-2025, Dr. Prashant Kumar, Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The workshop features keynote lectures, expert sessions, panel discussions, and digital poster presentations, with enthusiastic participation from faculty, researchers, and students.
We sincerely thank ANRF for supporting this initiative and enabling meaningful research discussions.
We look forward to an enriching and impactful FEATHER-2025 ahead!
NIT HAMIRPUR
https://youtu.be/m-YbFxPF5e0?si=DHHs_APw-8ysWiyZ
19/11/2025
π Welcome to NIT HAMIRPUR-FEATHER-2025! π
We are delighted to announce that the Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Hamirpur will be hosting the FEATHER-2025 Workshop from 2nd to 6th December 2025, proudly funded by ANRF.
We warmly welcome all researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students to join us for this enriching workshop focused on innovation, research excellence, and emerging trends in engineering.
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2β6 December 2025
ποΈ NIT Hamirpur, Department of Mechanical Engineering
π‘ Funded by ANRF
Looking forward to your enthusiastic participation!
29/07/2025
π’ Call for Attendees, Poster Presentations, and Research Talks β FEATHER-2025
On behalf of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Hamirpur, we are delighted to invite you to participate in a one-week workshop titled:
π Future Energy and Thermal Engineering Research (FEATHERβ2025)
π Venue: NIT Hamirpur (Himachal Pradesh, India)
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Dates: 07th β 11th October 2025
π§βπ¬ Mode: Physical (On-Campus)
Workshop Theme:
βAdvancements in Heat Transfer and Thermal Management in Engineeringβ
This workshop will serve as a platform for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to exchange ideas, present research findings, and explore emerging trends in energy and thermal engineering.
We cordially invite:
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Attendees (Faculty, Researchers, Industry Professionals, and Students)
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Poster Presentations (Especially from Early Career Researchers & PG/PhD Scholars)
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Technical Research Talks (From Academics, Scientists, and Industry Experts)
π For event details, registration, and submission guidelines, please visit:
π https://feather.nith.ac.in/2025
We look forward to your enthusiastic participation in making FEATHERβ2025 a grand success!
Warm regards,
Organizing Committee
FEATHERβ2025
Department of Mechanical Engineering
NIT Hamirpur