National Conference. Emerging Research Trends in Science and Technology HJD INSTITUTE, KUTCH

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1 A Report on National Conference on Emerging Research Trends in Science and Technology 27 th to 29 th September, 2018 Organized by HJD INSTITUTE, KUTCH ISSN (Print): Approved and Sponsored by GTU and GUJCOST

2 Background: In today s era, vast growth is being observed in urbanization and modernization which leads to application of various advanced technologies of Science and Engineering. To make up with the ever growing world we should be capable of applying world s most recent technologies. The overall development of Kachchh has been intensified in the last two decades. With the facilities of biggest ports like Kandla port and Adani port have opened the doors for rapid growth in the various fields of science and technology. Many multinational industries like Tata power, AMW, Welspun, Jindal, Electrotherm etc. have proven as the backbone for the growth of Kachchh. These all has boost the various fields of science and engineering. The conference was aimed to bridge the gap between academicians, researchers, students and industry delegates of same interest on a same platform to share their experiences, observations in the fields described above. The conference will certainly ignite the minds of younger generation which may stimulate them to take up the research. HJD Institute, Kutch had organized three days National Conference in collaboration with Gujarat Technological University (GTU) & Gujarat Council on Science and Technologies (GUJCOST) on Emerging Research Trends in Science and Technology, on 27 nd to 29 th September, Inaugural Session: The Chief Guest of the conference Dr. C. B. Jadeja, the Vice Chancellor of KSKV Kachchh University, Dr. C. H. Solanki, Professor, SVNIT-Surat, Dr. Girin Baxi, Associate Professor and Dean, KSKV Kachchh University, Hon ble Chairman Shree Jagdish Halai, Administrator Mr. Hiren Vyas, Engineering College Principal Dr. Kalpana Maheshwari, Engineering College Vice Principal Mrs. Page 2

3 Rasila Hirani and HJD Science College Principal Dr. Vivek Gujarati have graced the event with their presence on the Dias. 305 Faculties of Engineering College/Polytechnics, B.Sc. college, Professionals, Industrial Personnel, PG Students/ Research Fellows and UG Students of various engineering fields such as Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Computer as well as Science stream such as Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Microbiology and Environmental Science from all over the state have come to participate and present their research work in the National Conference. Mrs. Barnali Keralia, Head of Electrical Engineering Department has anchored the inauguration ceremony. All the dignitaries, guests and students had gathered for lightening of the lamp as per Indian traditions, followed by the GTU theme song. Principal Dr. Kalpana Maheshwari addressed the audience by giving energetic speech to all the young researchers. She explained the importance of national conference and how HJD Institute is contributing towards this initiative. She acknowledged the work done by NC- Coordinator Mrs. Kinjal Shah Sheth and her entire NC team. Her words motivated all the young dynamic participants. She especially thanked Mr. Jagdish Halai to providing such kind of platform to organize the event. Dr. C. B. Jadeja congratulated the institute for organizing such kind of event first time in the rural area like Kera. He put weight for the research on the young researchers, as what they can think, cannot be done by others. He suggested youngsters to put efforts to be Job Givers rather than just Job Seekers. Dr. C. H. Solanki also appreciated efforts of Dr. Kalpana Maheshwari and her entire team to get this new milestone into their account and congratulated Mr. Jagdish Halai to have such kind of enthusiastic team in his institute. Also, he insisted for more events of this type to be organised for overall growth of the institute. Lastly, the group photo was taken in front of admin building. Page 3

4 SUMMARY OF EXPERT LECTURE IN CIVIL ENGINEERING DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 DR. CHANDRESH H. SOLANKI PROFESSOR, APPLIED MECHANICS DEPARTMENT, SVNIT, SURAT TOPIC: SOIL PROPERTIES, INVESTIGATIONS & INTERPRETATIONS He explained the types of failure in soil i.e. shear failure, excessive settlement of soil and liquefaction. Geotechnical investigation should consists of no of bores, depth of bore, field tests, laboratory tests and correlation between field and laboratory tests data and determining safe bearing capacity of soil. Also, he explained the types of samples, disturbed and undisturbed, and no of bores to be considered for a site and importance of N-value in investigation. Characteristics of gradation, consolidation and compacted soil were briefly explained to participants. DR. KALPANA V. MAHESHWARI PRINCIPAL, HJD INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, KUTCH TOPIC: GROUND IMPROVEMENT METHODS She explained the nailing, stone column, various grouting methods and about georeinforcement of soil. She shared her research work on actual full scale field load test on square footing on clayey soil to verify small scale laboratory test such as CBR test, UCS test, Tri-Axial test etc. She concluded that usage of fiber reinforcement improve the CBR and UCS values. She has also explained the uses of randomly distributed fibers in pavement sub-grades. Page 4

5 DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 DR. KAUSHIK B. PARIKH ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HEAD, APPLIED MECHANICS DEPARTMENT, GEC-DAHOD TOPIC: LATEST DEVELOPMENT ON FRP SHEET AS A STRENGTHENING TECHNIQUE All engineering structures ranging from an industrial building, a residential building to power stations and bridges faces degradation or deteriorations. Replacing these deficient structures requires huge investments and is not a viable option, so strengthening is developed as the appropriate method for enhancing the ultimate strength and prolonging their service life. It is not possible to replace such deficient structure with new structure every time as it requires lot of investment of money, so strengthening of structure with different techniques becomes viable option for such deficient structures. Among all such strengthening techniques to such deficient structures; external application of Fiber Reinforced Polymer Sheet is becoming more and more popular. They are quickly becoming the popular over steel for reinforced concrete structures, too. He encouraged the students to take up more and more research work in this area. DR. SIDDHARTH G. SHAH PROFESSOR AND HEAD, FOPG, MARWADI EDUCATION FOUNDATION GROUP OF INSTITUTE, RAJKOT TOPIC: SOIL STRUCTURE INTERACTION EFFECT ON SEISMIC ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURE He very clearly explained the primary concept of earthquake engineering. Different types of waves and their transmission were shown. Later on he explained investigations on damped and un-damped vibrations, beams on elastic foundations to audience. Page 5

6 MR. VINESH MAHESHWARI MANAGING DIRECTOR, UNIQUE ENGINEERING SERVICES, ADIPUR TOPIC: MECHANICAL, CHEMICAL AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING He explained the tests on building materials such as aggregates, paver blocks, bricks, cement, fly-ash, concrete and reinforcement steel. He also explained the laboratory and field tests of soil engineering. He briefly explained the various non-destructive tests performed at various sites of Kutch. DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 DR. HARISHKUMAR R. VARIA PROFESSOR AND HEAD, CIE DEPARTMENT, ADANI INSTITUTE OF INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING, AHEMEDABAD TOPIC: APPLICATION OF WASTE CERAMIC & WASTE FIBER METAL IN PAVEMENT CONCRETE In his session, he briefed about Iron slug s usage as CA, FA and binders, Waste glass s use as FA in concrete and their result were discussed. He also shows use of E-waste and demolition structure waste in concrete are also in research arena. Afterwards he shared one research work methodology and result on pavement made with Ceramic waste and Metal waste at Rajkot. In the end he encouraged students to do study on effect of differential temperature on such pavements in the Kutch area. Page 6

7 DR. RAGHAVBHAI P. RETHALIYA APPLIED MECHANICS DEPARTMENT, B & B INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, VALLABH VIDHYANAGAR TOPIC: CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT He emphasized the importance of the quality of work in civil engineering. He demonstrated many malpractices being carried out at site due to negligence of site engineer. DR. PRADIP J. GUNDALIYA PROFESSOR, APPLIED MECHANICS DEPARTMENT, L. D. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, AHEMEDABAD TOPIC: RECENT TRENDS IN SOFT COMPUTING TECHNIQUES IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY He explained the various terminologies used in soft computing. He explained simulation technique Cellular Automata (CA) and optimization technique Genetic Algorithm (GA). He explained the one dimensional CA with example. He also showed the usage of these techniques in the routes of BRTS, urban transportation system of Ahmedabad city. Page 7

8 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 DR. ARVIND SORATHIYA ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF MECH. ENGG. DEPT., GEC- BHUJ TOPIC: PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT BY CONVERSION OF DIESEL ENGINE INTO CNG ENGINE In his session, he described about how one can convert the diesel engine into CNG engine. In recent times, petrol-diesel fuels are getting hike like anything, so, to compete it and fulfill the need of human being, alternative choices are required to be developed. He also explained the benefits of converting conventional diesel engine into CNG one. DR. KARTIK KOTHARI PROFESSOR AND HEAD-MECH. ENGG. DEPT., SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, RK UNIVERSITY, RAJKOT TOPIC: RECENT TRENDS IN PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT THROUGH THE USE OF ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING In his session, he described about the product development with the novel manufacturing process- Additive manufacturing. He gave brief overview of various AM processes with its advantages and limitations. He stated that, AM is moving from prototyping to production in product development. Hence, AM will be much beneficial in upcoming years. He also engaged students with lot of icebreaker activities. Page 8

9 DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 DR. BHARAT RAMANI PROFESSOR AND PRINCIPAL, SHRI LABHUBHAI TRIVEDI INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, RAJKOT TOPIC: SOLAR THERMAL COLLECTORS - LATEST DEVELOPMENTS AND PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS In his session, he described about the solar energy harvesting methods, current and future scenario of the solar energy and recent developments in the same area. He described about the solar collectors and solar towers as the sources of solar energy harvesting devices. He also gave open challenges/problems to students who want to pursue the masters and doctoral in this area. DR. NIRAV MANIAR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR-MECH. ENGG. DEPT., V.V.P. ENGINEERING COLLEGE, RAJKOT TOPIC: DESIGN, MODELLING & MANUFACTURING OF A ROTARY FIXTURE FOR CNC TURNING CENTRE TO FUNCTION AS HMC In his session, he described about the conversion of CNC turning center into HMC by designing the appropriate rotary fixture. He described principle in detail to locate and fix any substance into machine. He described one case study which he has developed at his place. His interpersonal skills was too much good and students were astonished by his teaching skills. Page 9

10 DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 DR. MITESH POPAT PROFESSOR-MECH. ENGG. DEPT., ADANI INSTITUTE OF INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING, AHMEDABAD TOPIC: MODELLING AND PARAMETRIC ANALYSIS OF ELECTRICAL DISCHARGE MACHINING DRILLING In his session, he described about the non-conventional methods to drill the part by Electrical discharge machining. He explained in detail the parametric analysis of EDM with the help of optimization tools such as ANOVA and design of experiments. Additionally, he stated about the qualities of a teacher must have in his teaching. CAPTAIN JAYDEV JOSHI RETIRED ARMY OFFICER TOPIC: TANK TURRET MECHANISM In his session, he described about the turret ring that the turret rests on, and it s moved by electric and hydraulic motors. He explained that now in days the task is made easier by gyro stabilization, computers and so forth, integrated into the targeting solution. He also engaged students with lot of ice-breaker activities. Page 10

11 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 DR. PRITESH MANKAD PROFESSOR AND HEAD, BABARIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, VADODARA TOPIC: LATEST TRENDS IN POWER ELECTRONICS AND DRIVES He discussed about the Development of Modern electric drives: Industrial, traction or EV goes hand in hand with development in Power Electric Technology (Ratings, switching capacity, and integration), Processors and new innovative algorithms for speed and control. Induction Motor drives have now captured majority of market in new drives. He also discussed how open loop V/F Control is widely used these days. MR. HIREN KALOLA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, HJD INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, KUTCH TOPIC: INTERNET OF THINGS: MODERN ERA He discussed about how internet of things is used in automation and hardware and software aspects of arduino, Node MCU and Raspberry pie. He also guided the students how to use these boards in their research works with hardware implementation and programming. Page 11

12 DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 MR. R.D. BHAGIYA ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE- BHUJ TOPIC: MICROGRID He explained how this small-scale electrical system generates as well as distributes the electrical power locally. And even when they are connected to larger grids they function independently. He also explained how Micro-grid differs from conventional grids and implementation aspects of micro-grid system. MRS. RASILA HIRANI ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, HJD INSTITUTE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, KUTCH TOPIC: ADVANCE RESEARCH TOOLS She explained how Research tools are helpful in report writing of any research work. She also explained how to make references, formulas, citation easier with advanced research tools. She also explained Latex tools for writing research paper with demonstration. DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 DR. HIREN MEHTA ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, MODASA TOPIC: EVOLUTIONARY OPTIMIZATION ALGORITHMS He explained genetic optimization algorithm followed by Evolutionary Optimization Algorithm. In session sir had explained each steps of algorithm with proper examples. Sir also explained how these advanced algorithms are used for optimization of any mathematical function in the field of modern research. Page 12

13 DR. ALPESH ADESARA ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, V.V.P ENGINEERING COLLEGE, RAJKOT TOPIC: SOLAR ROOF TOP He explained modern solar roof top technology and their advantages to contribute a small amount of green electricity from individual. He also explained technical as well as financial aspects of solar roof top system. He discussed on site problems which will be faced during and after implementation of solar roof top system and how to avoid them. Page 13

14 COMPUTER ENGINEERING DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 DR. AMAR MEHTA SYSTEM ENGINEER, KUTCH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Dr. Amar Mehta has delivered his talk on Emerging Research Trends in Science and Technology in which he has covered various aspects of Research and current Research Trends in various areas of Computer Engineering. He has started with objective of research, importance of research and its different factors, role of a research scholar, current opportunities in research areas like Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IOT), Data Science, Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics etc. Session was interactive and all the participants aware with new innovative ideas in research concepts. DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 MR. CHINTAN THACKER ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AND HEAD OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, HJD INSTITUTE, KUTCH TOPIC: RESEARCH TRENDS IN COMPUTER VISION AND ITS APPLICATIONS He has explained about the Computer Vision, which is a new concept in research and in growing demand for Computer engineering research scholars now a days. He has provided the details of Computer Vision area which includes Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Deep Learning and its recent applications on which many researchers are working on it. Also he has explained advanced technology details like various recognition techniques, camera details and Page 14

15 challenging issues on which research work is possible. Session was interactive and participants have got detailed idea of innovative research in computer vision area. DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 DR. KALPESH WANDRA PROFESSOR AND PRINCIPAL, GMB POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE, RAJULA TOPIC: RESEARCH TRENDS IN ICT He has covered various aspects of Research starting from its basic meaning. He has started with objective of research, importance of Patents, research requirements, different tools and methodologies available for research, from where and how to get innovative ideas for research. Also he has shown important format regarding research work analysis on daily basis by a research scholar which will be helpful to any research scholar to keep records of their literature survey. He has covered major areas of research like Block chain, ChatBot, Machine Learning, IOT, Cloud computing, Image Processing etc. with its applications and softwares details which will be helpful for a researcher further. Session was very interesting and interactive also and provided current scenario and updated research trends knowledge to the participants. Page 15

16 SCIENCE DAY 1: SEPTEMBER 27, 2018 DR. M. G. THAKKAR PROFESSOR, EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT, KSKV KACHCHH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: NANO VS EARTH AND COSMIC SCIENCE He had delivered the Talk about Nano scale to the Macro scale in the universe. The session started with nano size objects of the universe and their comparisons with some macro size objects like stars and planets. Students were very listening with very much interest. DR. ANIL GOR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND HOD OF PHYSICS DEPARTMENT, R. R. LALAN COLLEGE, BHUJ TOPIC: MODERN RESEARCH TRENDS IN PHYSICS He had delivered the talk about the modern research trends in physics. He had explained the role of physics in our life by giving simple examples such as mobile, computer, solar systems etc. The information was very interesting for students as well as for faculties. DAY 2: SEPTEMBER 28, 2018 DR. MRUGESH TRIVEDI ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT, KSKV KACHCHH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: POLLUTION ABETMENT AND MANAGEMENT He had delivered the talk about the electronics waste which is caused by using mobile, computer, TV and its hazardous effects on the humans as well as on the environment. He had given the statistical data of the electronics waste year wise. He had also discussed about the solutions to protect environment from E- waste. Page 16

17 DR. J. J. BHATT ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT, KSKV KACHCHH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: THE ROLE OF CHEMIST AND CHEMISTRY IN DRUG DISCOVERY & DEVELOPMENT He delivered the talk about the role of chemist and chemistry in drug discovery & development. He had explained the overall product development cycle of drug synthesis and the importance of chemist in it. He also talked about the drug synthesis by the green approach. DR. C. P. MISTRY ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT, KSKV KACHCHH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: QUALITY OF LIGNITE OF GUJARAT He delivered the talk about various types of coals, particularly, the quality and production of Lignite of Gujarat. He had given the detailed information about the uses of coal. DAY 3: SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 MR. ARUN BHINDE ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, PHYSICS DEPARTMENT, TOLANI COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE TOPIC: NANO SCIENCE AND NANO TECHNOLOGY Talk from the subject expert Mr. Arun Bhinde was very informative. He shared the information about the recent research work in the field of Nano Science in a very simplified way and also discussed the upcoming opportunity in Nanotechnology. Page 17

18 DR. RITESH TANDEL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, MICROBIOLOGY DEPARTMENT, TOLANI COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE TOPIC: MUTATION He had delivered the information about the types of mutation. He had given the detailed information about the effect of mutation in living organism and the reason behind the mutation. This talk was very much useful to the students who want to pursue their career in biology subject. DR. GIRIN BAXI ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND DEAN OF SCIENCE STREAM, CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT, KSKV KACHCHH UNIVERSITY TOPIC: FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCIENCE STUDENTS He had delivered the talk about the future opportunities for science students. Many students don t know all details about future scope after completion of B.Sc. in specific subject like microbiology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, etc. Therefore, sometime students take wrong decision in choosing their subject and then they fail if they don t find the interest. This session was very informative for multidisciplinary students about their future aspects. He made the session live by playing the two way question-answer round. Students had participated actively in it. Page 18

19 Glimpses of the Conference: Arrival and Introduction of Guests Lamp lightening and welcome of Guests by momento and Geeta Event Addressing by Principal Dr. Kalpana Maheshwari Page 19

20 Guest Speech at the Inaugauration Occasion Inaugauration by Hard Copy and Soft Copy of the Proceeding Page 20

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22 Sessions by Various Experts Page 22

23 Felicitation of the Experts Page 23

24 Group Photo with the Experts Paper Presentation by Students Poster Presentation by B.Sc. Students Page 24

25 Valedictory Function Award Distribution to Rankers Participant s Feedback and Vote of Thanks Page 25

26 Group Photo with Dignitaries Page 26

27 Media Coverage: Page 27