Mr. Akashdeep Negi is associated with Graphic Era and works in the area of renewable and sustainable energy systems with a strong focus on solar thermal technologies. His research primarily addresses performance enhancement of solar stills through innovative design modifications, integration of phase change materials, wick structures, and nano-enhanced thermal energy storage materials. He has contributed extensively to experimental investigations, thermo-physical characterization, and material compatibility studies aimed at improving freshwater productivity and energy efficiency.
Research Area
- Renewable energy systems
- Solar thermal technologies
- Solar stills
- Phase change materials
- Thermal energy storage
- Nano-enhanced materials
- Sustainable materials
- Multi-criteria decision-making
- Material selection and optimization
- Natural fiber composites
- Thermo-physical characterization
- Energy efficiency
Education
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering) (Thesis Submitted)
Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Dehradun, India
Thesis submitted: 2025
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M. Tech in Thermal Engineering
Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Punjab
2019 – 2021
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B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
Uttarakhand Technical University, Dehradun, India
2015 – 2019
Awards
- Doctoral Fellowship: Graphic Era Deemed to be University.
- Gold medallist in Mechanical Engineering during Master of Engineering, Chandigarh.