Ms. Krishna Debnath – Materials Science – Best Researcher Award

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Department of Materials Science and Engineering – Taiwan

Author Profile

🎓 Educational Background

Ms. Krishna Debnath is a dedicated scholar in Material Science and Engineering, currently pursuing her Ph.D. at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. She holds an M.Tech in Material Science and Engineering from Tripura University and a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from ICFAI University, Tripura.

🏢 Internships & Practical Experience

To enhance her technical expertise and industrial exposure, Miss Krishna Debnath has undertaken several internships at prestigious institutions. She completed a two-month internship at IIT-Indore, where she worked on high strain rate and its impact on specimens. Additionally, she gained practical experience at OTPC, Palatana, India, where she completed a two-month internship in the power sector. Her knowledge in polymer and material processing was further strengthened through a two-month internship at CIPET-CSTS, Agartala, India. She also explored the automobile sector through a one-month internship at Hero MotoCorp (Niladri Motors, Agartala, India). These internships have significantly contributed to her hands-on experience in engineering applications.

🔬 Ongoing Research & Work in Progress

Miss Krishna Debnath is actively engaged in cutting-edge research focusing on renewable energy and structural analysis. She is currently working on the experimental analysis of wind loads on floating photovoltaic solar panel arrays and their economic implications. Her research also includes the development of wind-resilient solar power systems through an integrative approach and structural analysis of PV tracking systems for enhanced reliability. Furthermore, she is conducting an experimental and economic analysis of wind-resilient floating photovoltaic solar panel arrays, providing crucial structural insights for improved PV tracking systems. Her work aims to enhance the efficiency and durability of solar energy systems, addressing real-world challenges in renewable energy solutions.

🏅 Achievements & Certifications

Miss Krishna Debnath has received several prestigious awards and certifications, showcasing her technical proficiency and academic excellence. She was honored with the “Humen Technology Ansys Paper Award”, awarded by CADMEN, Taiwan, for her outstanding research contributions. She has also earned the title of “Senior Rubber Technician (QP No: RSC/Q0832)”, awarded by the Rubber Skill Development Council (RSDC). Her expertise in digital marketing was recognized through Google Digital Unlocked, where she completed “The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing” certification. She has further expanded her knowledge through certifications such as “Skill about the laws, principles, and concepts of thermodynamics”, awarded by Advanced Educational Institute, and “Introduction to Biomedical Engineering – Biomaterials”, awarded by Udemy. Additionally, she holds a certification in “Cert Prep for Autodesk Certified Professional: AutoCAD for Design and Drafting” from Autodesk Design Academy. She has also gained expertise in Artificial Intelligence, completing the “Foundations of Artificial Intelligence” certification from Skill UP, India. Her knowledge in metal casting is validated by the “Mechanical-Metal Casting” certification from nptelhrd & Cursa. Furthermore, her contribution as a reviewer in Solar Energy research was acknowledged with a “Certificate of Reviewing”.

Notable Publications📝

📝Effect of mechanical milling of fly ash powder on compressive strength of geopolymer

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Dipankar Das, Prasanta Kumar Rout

Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

Year: 2022

📝Numerical and experimental analysis of aerodynamic forces on floating photovoltaic systems: Insights into design optimization and economic feasibility

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Chien-Chun Hsieh, Chao-Yang Huang, Chung-Feng Jeffrey Kuo

Journal: Results in Engineering

Year: 2025

📝Experimental investigation and economic evaluation of wind impacts on the solar panel array of a floating photovoltaic (FPV) system across different turbulence intensities

Authors: Krishna Debnath, Chien-Chun Hsieh, Chao-Yang Huang, Jagadish Barman, Chung-Feng Jeffrey Kuo

Journal: Energy Nexus

Year: 2025

Mr. Mingzhong Yuan, Materials Science, Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mingzhong Yuan, University of Science and Technology Beijing, China

Dr. Mingzhong Yuan is a distinguished researcher with a specialization in the crystal structure and thermodynamic properties of materials. He is currently affiliated with the University of Science and Technology Beijing, where his academic and professional endeavors have made significant contributions to the field of materials science. Dr. Yuan’s research is particularly focused on the exploration of novel compounds, where he applies advanced analytical techniques to uncover their structural and thermal characteristics.

🧑‍🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Mingzhong Yuan’s primary research interests lie in Crystal Structure and Thermodynamic Properties. His expertise is rooted in materials science, where he focuses on characterizing complex compounds and understanding their thermal behaviors. Through his academic pursuits, Dr. Yuan has contributed to the advancement of materials science by unveiling insights into the Sc-Sb system.

🔍 Research and Innovations

Dr. Yuan’s research portfolio includes the groundbreaking discovery and analysis of the new compound Sc₄Sb₂.₅₂ in the Sc-Sb system. His methodological approach involved a detailed examination of the crystal structure, where he utilized X-ray powder diffraction, SEM imaging, and TEM diffraction for precise characterization.

📊 Areas of Expertise

Dr. Yuan’s expertise lies in thermodynamic modeling, particularly with Cp curve analysis for materials. His team employed the classical three-step method of DSC to determine the Cp (heat capacity) of Sc₄Sb₂.₅₂, providing valuable insights into high-temperature properties via the Maier-Kelley relation and low-temperature properties using the Debye function. This comprehensive approach enabled a segmented piecewise function representation of the Cp curve.

Publications Top Noted📚

Crystal structure and thermodynamic properties of the new compound Sc₄Sb₂.₅₂ in the Sc-Sb system

Authors: Yuan, M., Li, C., Guo, C., Du, Z.

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2024

Effect of Pr₂Fe₁₇ alloy doping Cr on magnetic and microwave absorption properties

Authors: Yuan, M., Yao, Q., Zhou, H., Li, C., Rao, G.

Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics

Year: 2021

Phase Equilibria in the Ce-Pr-Fe System at 600 °C

Authors: Yuan, M., Yao, Q., Rao, G., Deng, J., Zhou, H.

Journal: Journal of Phase Equilibria and Diffusion.

Year: 2020