Dr. Vivek Kumar

Dr. Vivek Kumar is a faculty member in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Fluid–Structure Interactions, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Vortex-Induced Vibrations, Thermal Sciences, and Biophysical Aerodynamics. He earned his B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Allahabad, his M.Tech in Thermal and Fluid Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Patna, and his Ph.D. in Thermal and Fluid Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology Patna.
He has been awarded prestigious travel grants from DST and CSIR to present his research internationally, including conferences in California and Minnesota, USA. His current research continues to explore the interplay between fluid dynamics and structural mechanics for advancing engineering and scientific applications.

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, School of Advanced Engineering, UPES Dehradun (July 2025 – Present).

• Fluid-Structure Interactions (FSI)
• Vortex-Induced Vibrations (VIV)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Hydrodynamic Stability
• Thermal Convection and Heat Transfer in Flexible Structures
• Vortex Dynamics and Bio-inspired Flows
• Energy Harvesting using Flexible Structures
   

His teaching philosophy is rooted in creating an engaging and interactive learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving among students. He emphasizes blending theoretical concepts with practical applications so that students can connect classroom learning with real-world engineering challenges. By integrating insights from his research in fluid–structure interactions and computational simulations, he aims to provide a research-oriented perspective that enhances student learning.

• Finite Volume Methods
• Programming for Engineers (MATLAB)

• CSIR International Travel Grant (2025): Supported travel to present research at APS Global Physics Summit, Anaheim, California, USA.
• SERB (now ANRF) International Travel Grant (2024): Awarded to present research at APS March Meeting, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
• Merit Awards (2010, 2012): Recognized for academic excellence at the school and district level.

• Presented research at prestigious international conferences, including the APS March Meeting 2024 (Minneapolis, USA) and APS Global Physics Summit 2025 (Anaheim, USA).
• Organized the 27th National and 5th International ISHMT-ASTFE Heat and Mass Transfer Conference (IHMTC 2023) at IIT Patna as a member of the organizing committee.
• Actively involved in student mentoring and project guidance during doctoral research at IIT Patna.
   

vivek.kumar1@ddn.upes.ac.in