Suvanjan Bhattacharyya

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

Dr. Suvanjan Bhattacharyya is an assistant professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani (BITS Pilani), India. He completed his post-doctoral research at the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering, University of Pretoria, South Africa, under the supervision of Prof. Josua P. Meyer. Dr. Bhattacharyya obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India, with the collaboration of Dusseldorf University of Applied Sciences, Germany. He received his master’s degree from the Indian Institute of Engineering, Science and Technology, India (formerly known as Bengal Engineering and Science University) in heat-power engineering. His research interest lies in computational fluid dynamics in fluid flow and heat transfer, specializing in laminar, turbulent, steady, and unsteady separated flows and convective heat transfer, experimental heat transfer enhancement, solar energy, and renewable energy. He is the author and co-author of more than 100 papers in high-ranking journals and prestigious conference proceedings. Dr. Suvanjan was listed among the top 2% of scientists in the world by Stanford University, USA, in 2021, 2022, and 2023. He received a young scientist research travel fellowship to France from the French Institute in India (IFI), Embassy of France. He has received the best paper award at several international conferences as well. He is also on the editorial boards of fifteen journals and serves as a reviewer for more than seventy others. He is presently supervising twelve Ph.D. students and has several research grants to his credit from DST, DRDO, ISHRAE, and others. He has also implemented several international collaborative projects. His strong collaboration with international universities has led to research grants from different funding agencies.

Suvanjan Bhattacharyya

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Drying Science and Technology provides a thorough and current investigation of the complex area of drying processes. This book is a collaborative effort that brings together prominent professionals to give a comprehensive grasp of drying science’s concepts, methodology, and applications. The book opens by underlining the importance of drying operations in a variety of sectors, including food preservation and materials processing. This opening portion provides the framework for a varied investigation that will appeal to a wide range of readers. The book covers fundamental ideas and digs into the heat and mass transport mechanisms that underpin drying processes. Readers are taken through the fundamentals that determine the efficiency and quality of drying processes, laying the groundwork for additional in-depth research. A large portion of the book is dedicated to a variety of drying processes and procedures, both traditional and cutting-edge. From basic convection drying to modern technologies such as freeze drying and microwave drying, each strategy is evaluated for its uses, benefits, and drawbacks. This broad cover guarantees that readers obtain a full understanding of the equipment available for various drying applications. The use of mathematical modeling provides a quantitative dimension to the book, with chapters focused on the development, evaluation, and application of models in drying science. This part is intended for scholars and practitioners who want a better knowledge of the quantitative features that underpin the discipline. The book highlights the dynamic nature of drying research and includes the most recent advances in drying technology. Innovations in equipment and approaches highlight the changing landscape of drying research, providing insights into cutting-edge discoveries that will impact the field’s future. With a balanced combination of theoretical insights and practical applications, Drying Science and Technology is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professionals working in the various fields of drying.

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