Kumar Shantanu Prasad

Kumar Shantanu Prasad is a doctoral researcher at the University of Hertfordshire, affiliated with the Department of Engineering and Technology under the School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science. His work focuses on composite materials and structural health monitoring.

• MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Distinction), Coventry University (2019-2020)
• Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering (CGPA: 9.61/10), Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (2014-2018)
• AS Level in Science (91.8%), Central Board of Secondary Education (2014)
• PhD in Sustainable Engineering, ongoing at University of Hertfordshire

His research spans composite material fabrication (CFRP, GFRP, natural fiber reinforced polymers), machinability of metal matrix composites, and damage detection in composites using acousto-ultrasonic techniques. Key applications include offshore wind energy systems and renewable energy technologies.

Kumar Prasad’s publications focus on acousto-ultrasonic wave propagation, EDM machining of composites, and thermal performance analysis of solar stills. His work integrates mechanical engineering principles with advanced materials science and sustainable energy solutions.

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