Mr. Satyabrata Behera | Electric Vehicle | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Satyabrata Behera , National Institute Of Technology Rourkela , India.

Mr. Satyabrata Behera 🎓 is a passionate researcher in the field of electric vehicle (EV) technology ⚡, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at NIT Rourkela 🏫. With a strong foundation in MATLAB scripting 💻, power electronics, and adaptive control strategies, he focuses on efficient and intelligent EV charging systems 🚗🔌. Satyabrata is adept at PCB design 🛠️, battery management 🔋, and grid-connected systems integration 🌐. He has contributed to cutting-edge research projects under esteemed professors and aims to innovate in power quality optimization and renewable energy integration 🌞⚙️. His commitment to academic excellence and practical design makes him a promising scholar in sustainable technologies 🌿.

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Education & Experience

🎓 Education:

📚 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, NIT Rourkela (2022–Present) – CGPA: 9.04/10
📘 M.Tech in Power Electronics & Drives, NIT Sikkim (2020–2022) – CGPA: 7.56/10
🎓 B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, GIET Odisha (2016–2020) – CGPA: 7.50/10
🏫 Higher Secondary, Oscar Science College (2014–2016) – 64%
📖 Secondary Education, Mahu High School (2014) – 72%

🧪 Research Experience:

🔌 Ph.D. Research: Grid-tied Multifunctional EV Charger at NIT Rourkela
⚙️ M.Tech Project: Direct Torque Control Induction Motor for EVs at NIT Sikkim
⚡ B.Tech Project: Piezoelectric Footstep Power Generation

Summary Suitability

As an early-career researcher with a consistent academic record and hands-on innovation, Satyabrata Behera exemplifies the qualities celebrated by the Young Scientist Award—scientific originality, innovation, interdisciplinary impact, and a drive for societal relevance. His research is geared toward developing smart, grid-tied multifunctional EV chargers that facilitate efficient, renewable-integrated charging infrastructure, crucial for the future of e-mobility and green energy systems.

Professional Development

Satyabrata Behera is consistently evolving as a researcher in power electronics and electric mobility 🚘. His development includes hands-on proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink 🧠, hardware prototyping with FPGA and microcontrollers 🔧, and converter PCB design for real-world applications 🖥️. He actively contributes to multidisciplinary energy system designs involving photovoltaic integration 🌞, smart grid technology 🌐, and battery charging strategies 🔋. His participation in collaborative projects at prestigious institutions like NIT Rourkela and NIT Sikkim reflects his commitment to innovation and continuous learning 📚. Satyabrata also sharpens his technical writing ✍️ and presentation skills 📊, preparing for future academic and industry leadership roles.

Research Focus

Satyabrata Behera’s research lies at the intersection of electric vehicle technology, power electronics, and smart grid integration 🔌🚙. He focuses on the development of intelligent, efficient, and multifunctional EV chargers ⚡ that harmonize power between solar PV 🌞, the utility grid 🌐, and battery storage 🔋. His work addresses power quality enhancement, adaptive control techniques, and energy optimization in EV infrastructure. By applying simulation tools like MATLAB and deploying hardware prototypes, he bridges the gap between theoretical models and practical implementation 💡. His interdisciplinary work supports the advancement of green transportation and renewable energy systems 🌱.

Awards & Honors

🎖️ Secured Ph.D. position at NIT Rourkela with high academic standing
🥇 M.Tech research project recognized for EV innovation at NIT Sikkim
📜 Multiple academic excellence awards during undergraduate and postgraduate studies
🏅 Awarded top project presentation in EV Charging System design seminar
💡 Recognized for innovative PCB design during power electronics workshop

Publication Top Notes

A Dual Control Strategy for Improved Power Quality in Grid-Tied Off-Board Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charger
🔹 Authors: S. Behera, N. Venkata Ramana Naik, A. K. Panda, S. K. Behera
🔹 Journal: Electric Power Systems Research, Vol. 236, Article 110917
🔹 Year: 2024
🔹 Cited by: 9
🔹 Focus: Power quality improvement in EV chargers using dual control
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on Elsevier]
Advanced Off-Board Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charger with Enhanced Power Quality and Supporting Grid Resilience
🔹 Authors: S. Behera, N. Venkata Ramana Naik, A. K. Panda, S. K. Behera
🔹 Journal: Electrical Engineering, Vol. 106, Issue 3, pp. 3231–3242
🔹 Year: 2024
🔹 Cited by: 9
🔹 Focus: Grid-resilient EV charging systems
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on Springer]
Design and Implementation of a Domestic Off-Board Multifunctional Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charger
🔹 Authors: S. Behera, V. R. Naik N., A. K. Panda, S. K. Behera, L. Senapati, M. Karthik
🔹 Conference: IECON 2023 – 49th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 9
🔹 Focus: Domestic EV charger design with bidirectional power flow
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]
SOGI-PLL Based Control Technique for the Single-Phase Single-Stage Grid Connected PV System
🔹 Authors: S. V. Prakash, S. Behera, M. Karthik
🔹 Conference: 2023 First International Conference on Cyber Physical Systems, Power and Energy (CPSPE)
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 5
🔹 Focus: SOGI-PLL method for PV grid integration
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]
Weibull M-Transform LMS-Based Control Scheme for Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System
🔹 Authors: M. Karthik, V. R. Naik N., A. K. Panda, S. K. Behera, P. Mohapatra, S. Behera
🔹 Conference: IECON 2023 – 49th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 4
🔹 Focus: Advanced LMS control for PV system performance
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]
Design of a Level-3 DC Fast Charging Station for EVs Using a Dual Active Bridge DC-DC Converter
🔹 Authors: A. K. Jaiswal, A. K. Panda, L. Senapati, S. K. Behera, S. Behera
🔹 Conference: IECON 2023 – 49th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 3
🔹 Focus: DC fast charger with DAB converter for EVs
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]
An Enhanced Grid-Tied Off-Board Electric Vehicle Charger with Improved Power Quality Using Unified Control Approach
🔹 Authors: S. Behera, V. R. Naik, A. K. Panda, S. K. Behera, N. Tiwary
🔹 Journal: IEEE Transactions on Power Electronics
🔹 Year: 2025
🔹 Cited by: 1
🔹 Focus: Unified control for enhanced power quality in EV chargers
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Forthcoming / Available on IEEE Xplore]
Solar PV Based Boost Multi Level Inverter for Inductive Load
🔹 Authors: A. Kumar, N. V. R. Naik, M. Karthik, S. Behera
🔹 Conference: 2023 IEEE 3rd International Conference on Smart Technologies for Power, Energy and Control (STPEC)
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 1
🔹 Focus: Multilevel inverter design for solar PV applications
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]
Dual Active Bridge Converter Based Battery Charging System for Electric Vehicle Applications
🔹 Authors: C. R. K. Reddy, M. Karthik, S. Behera
🔹 Conference: 2023 First International Conference on Cyber Physical Systems, Power and Energy (CPSPE)
🔹 Year: 2023
🔹 Cited by: 1
🔹 Focus: Battery charging using DAB topology for EVs
🔗 DOI / Publisher Link: [Available on IEEE Xplore]

Conclusion

Satyabrata Behera’s accomplishments position him as a rising star in the field of sustainable electrical systems and smart mobility. His early yet impactful research reflects innovative thinking, strong interdisciplinary integration, and a passion for addressing energy efficiency and power quality challenges in EV systems. Given his outstanding technical contributions, dedication to experimental and applied research, and future promise, he is highly deserving of the Young Scientist Award.

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed | Transportation | Best Researcher Award

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed , Qatar University , Qatar.

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed is a dedicated civil engineer from Qatar with a strong academic background and hands-on industry experience. He is currently pursuing his Master of Science in Civil Engineering at Qatar University , specializing in sustainable infrastructure and emerging transit systems . With a passion for innovation, he has worked as a Site Engineer Intern and Research Mentor, contributing to urban development and transportation projects. His expertise spans structural analysis, project management, and advanced research on futuristic mobility solutions like flying taxis . Mohammed is committed to shaping Qatar’s infrastructure landscape through research and practical engineering solutions.

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Education & Experience

Education:

Master of Science, Civil Engineering (2023 – Present) – Qatar University
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering (ABET Accredited) (2018 – 2021) – Qatar University
High School Certificate, Science (2015 – 2017) – Bangladesh M.H.M School & College

Experience:

Graduate Research Assistant (2024 – Present) – Qatar University
Research Mentor (2024) – Qatar University Young Scientists Center
Site Engineer Intern (2021) – MAN Enterprise, Lusail, Qatar

Sutability Summary

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to civil engineering and transportation research. His dedication to advancing road safety, hybrid transit systems, and urban air mobility has led to impactful findings that address modern infrastructure challenges in Qatar. His ability to conduct extensive literature reviews, develop innovative research methodologies, analyze complex datasets, and mentor aspiring researchers showcases his expertise and leadership in the field.

Professional Development

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed has demonstrated a commitment to professional growth through continuous learning and hands-on experience. He holds a Civil Engineering License from the Urban Planning and Development Authority (UPDA) Qatar . His expertise includes site supervision, structural analysis, project planning, and transportation research . He is skilled in data analysis, report writing, and stakeholder collaboration to drive urban infrastructure advancements. His research in hybrid transit systems and flying taxis reflects his vision for the future of mobility in Qatar. With strong leadership and mentoring abilities, he actively contributes to innovative engineering solutions.

Research Focus

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed specializes in urban mobility and transportation infrastructure, focusing on sustainable and futuristic transit solutions. His research explores hybrid transit systems like Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) and water taxis , aiming to enhance Qatar’s urban connectivity. Additionally, he is involved in infrastructure planning for flying taxis , analyzing airspace management and urban integration. His work includes data collection, statistical analysis, and stakeholder engagement to develop efficient transit models. By combining engineering expertise with technological advancements, Mohammed is dedicated to shaping smart cities with sustainable, efficient, and innovative transportation networks

Awards & Honors

The Emir’s Distinction – Awarded for academic excellence in Bachelor’s studies.
Graduate Research Grant (GA) Recipient – Recognized for research on hybrid transit systems.
Best Research Mentor Award – Honored for guiding students in innovative infrastructure projects.
UPDA Civil Engineering License – Certified professional in civil engineering practice in Qatar.
High Academic Achievement – Consistently outstanding GPA throughout academic journey.

Publication Top Notes

Nonparametric Comparative Analysis of Driver Behaviors in Signalized and Non-Signalized Roundabouts: A Study on Road Safety in Qatar

Journal: Applied Sciences
Publication Date: March 6, 2025
DOI: 10.3390/app15052856
Authors: Mohammed Abul Fahed, Pilsung Choe, Al-Harith Umlai
Summary: This study analyzes driver behaviors in signalized and non-signalized roundabouts in Qatar using nonparametric statistical methods. It aims to assess road safety factors, driver compliance, and accident risks in different roundabout settings.

Are Professional Drivers more Aggressive than General Drivers? A Case Study from Doha, Qatar

Journal: Procedia Computer Science
Publication Year: 2022
DOI: 10.1016/j.procs.2022.03.005
ISSN: 1877-0509
Author: Mohammed Abul Fahed
Summary: This research examines driving aggression among professional and general drivers in Doha, Qatar. It uses behavioral data and statistical analysis to determine whether professional drivers exhibit more aggressive tendencies, contributing to road safety concerns.

Conclusion

Mr.Mohammed Abul Fahed groundbreaking research, leadership in mentoring young scientists, and commitment to shaping Qatar’s transportation future make him the ideal recipient of the Best Researcher Award. His innovative studies on driver behavior, hybrid transit systems, and urban air mobility have significantly influenced transportation planning and safety. His contributions bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, ensuring a more sustainable and efficient urban infrastructure for Qatar.