Project Overview
Project Name: Testing of Novel Rocket Fuels
Category: Mechanical Engineering
Sub-category: Core
Professor-in-charge: Neeraj Kumbhakarna
Description: This project involves experimental testing of combustion of newly synthesised liquid rocket fuels to evaluate their performance.
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Work Desciption
Roles: 2 Students
Project Duration: This project is envisioned as a comprehensive journey spanning upto 1.5 years. Registration for R&D project is recommended post summers.
Key Tasks / Deliverables:
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Building the Experimental Setup for Spray Combustion: The student will have the opportunity to design and construct a cutting-edge experimental setup for spray combustion. This involves working with advanced engineering techniques and materials to create a system that can simulate and study combustion processes.
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Experimental Setup and Calibration: Once the setup is built, the student will delve into the intricate process of calibrating it. This involves fine-tuning the various components, optimizing parameters, and ensuring precise control over the experimental conditions. Calibrating the setup will require meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
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Conducting Experiments: With the fully calibrated experimental setup in place, the student will embark on a series of captivating experiments. They will have the opportunity to work with rocket fuel combustion, observing the behavior of sprays under controlled conditions. This hands-on experience will provide a unique insight into the fascinating world of rocket propulsion and combustion dynamics.
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Data Management: The student will collect vast amounts of data during the experiments, including spray characteristics, combustion efficiency, and other crucial parameters. This analytical phase is essential for extracting meaningful insights and uncovering patterns that contribute to further research and development in the field.Based on the analyzed data, the student will make compelling observations about the combustion processes and their implications.
Note: The ability to connect theoretical knowledge with experimental results is a key aspect of this project.
Location: On-Campus
Skills Learnt
- In-depth understanding of rocket propulsion and rocket fuel combustion.
- Hands-on skills to operate and manipulate various experimental devices.
- Proficiency in practical aspects of engineering research.
- Contribution to further research and development efforts in the field of spray combustion.
- Application of theoretical knowledge in a practical research context.
- Problem-solving skills in calibration and optimization of experimental setups.
- Effective communication of research findings and conclusions.
Qualifications Required
Year of Study: Second year and above (at least four semesters completed)
Recommended Branches: Mechanical and Aerospace
Expierence: A solid grasp of the fundamentals of thermodynamics, heat transfer and mechanical measurements is essential for completion of this project. Hands on work expierence is preferable.
Enrolling
To enroll in this project, interested students can fill the form below. Please include your name, contact information, and any relevant background or experience. Further instructions regarding the project and enrollment process will be provided.
Submission Link: https://forms.gle/cLy81xidXZfaLLzJ6
Deadline : 24th June, 2023
Contact Us
For any general queries, join the ProSpace WhatsApp group- https://chat.whatsapp.com/E09qtrcuShp1uf2w82LCsa
Email: neeraj_k@iitb.ac.in
Phone: 25767397