Research Scholar Indian Institute of Technology Madras India
Jebin Samuvel T is a dynamic research scholar with over 11 years of experience in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), hydrodynamics, and marine vehicle drag reduction. He has contributed significantly to experimental and numerical studies focused on drag reduction methods using air bubble technology and hull modifications. With a strong academic foundation and hands-on industry-oriented research, he blends theoretical expertise with practical implementation. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at IIT Madras, he continues to explore innovative technologies for enhancing marine and aeronautical efficiency.
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🎓 Education
Jebin began his academic journey with a Diploma in Automobile Engineering from PSG Polytechnic College (2005–2007), followed by a Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering at Anna University, Coimbatore (2007–2010, 7.6 CGPA). He then completed a Master’s in Aeronautical Engineering at Park College of Engineering and Technology (2010–2012, 7.9 CGPA). Presently, he is pursuing his Doctorate in Ocean Engineering at IIT Madras (2018–Present, 7.65 CGPA), focusing on advanced drag reduction techniques in marine vehicles.
💼 Experience
From 2012 to 2018, Jebin served as an Assistant Professor at Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, where he led several student and industry projects in aerodynamics, combustion chambers, and aircraft components. Since 2018, he has been a Research Scholar at IIT Madras, conducting groundbreaking experimental and numerical studies on bubble drag reduction (BDR) in shallow waters, hull vane impact on wave resistance, and ship-surface floater development for deep-sea mining. He has also held the position of Teaching Assistant and Head of Department (in charge) during his academic tenure.
🔬 Research Interests
Jebin’s research primarily focuses on:
- 🫧 Bubble Drag Reduction techniques in marine vessels
- 🌊 Shallow and deep water resistance analysis
- 💨 Fluid dynamics and propulsion systems
- 🛳️ Hull and stern modifications for drag reduction
- 🔥 Combustion chamber design optimization
His work merges CFD simulations using Star CCM+ with real-time experimental validation, targeting sustainable and efficient ship designs.
🏆 Awards & Achievements
- 🎓 Completed a Short Course on Interfacial Phenomena at IIT Madras
- 🛠️ Participated in the Engineering Mechanics Workshop by IIT Bombay
- ⚙️ Attended a National Workshop on Gas Turbine Design at Park College
- 🏅 Earned the NCC ‘A’ Certificate and actively participated in national NCC camps
- 📐 Engaged in several faculty development and national-level training programs
These accomplishments reflect his continuous learning mindset and leadership in engineering education.
📚 Publications Top Notes:
Samuvel, J. T., Gokulakrishnan, M., Kumar, A., & Ramamurthy, V. (2022). Numerical Estimation of Frictional Drag on Flat Plate In Shallow Water with & without BDR. OCEANS 2022 – Chennai. Cited by: 3
Gokulakrishnan, M., Samuvel, J. T., Kumar, A., & Ramamurthy, V. (2022). Numerical prediction of hydrodynamic forces and moments of KCS in shallow water. OCEANS 2022 – Chennai. Cited by: 2
Impact of Water Depth on the Resistance of a Mini-Bulk Carrier: An Experimental and Numerical Study