Website:
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Job details:
PhD Position at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
Project Title:
Development of a Digital-Twin and Laboratory Prototype of a Green, Non-Conventional Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump System Using a Super-Adsorbent
About the Position
Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates with a strong background in thermal sciences, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or chemistry for a fully funded PhD position.
This project focuses on the development of a next-generation green air-conditioning and heat pump system based on a super-adsorbent coated heat exchanger. The work will combine mathematical modelling, simulation, and experimental validation to demonstrate improved performance and high coefficient of performance (COP).
Supervision
- Prof. Mrinal Jagirdar (PI, Mechanical Engineering)
- Prof. K. Bhargav Kumar (PI, Mathematics)
- Prof. Himanshu Aggarwal (Collaborator, Chemistry)
Research Scope
The selected candidate will work on:
- Mathematical modelling of coupled heat and mass transfer
- Design and fabrication of a desiccant coated heat exchanger prototype
- Experimental testing and validation against conventional systems
Desired Background
Candidates should have M.E./M.Tech/MSc (or BE/BTech/BSc with an exceptional track-record) in Mechanical Engineering or Chemistry or an allied stream
What Makes This Project Interesting
- Focus on green cooling technologies (low-GWP alternatives to vapor compression)
- Integration of digital twin + hardware prototype (rare combination)
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration (mechanical + math + chemistry)
- Potential for high-impact publications and patents
How to Apply
Apply using this form:
https://lnkd.in/gJNWQmBP
Apply by 8th of September 2026. Email may only be sent to mkjagirdar@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in in case of a query. Please do not send applications via email.
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