International Conference on Fluid and Thermal Engineering (ICFTE) 2026
The International Conference on Fluid and Thermal Engineering (ICFTE) 2026 is a premier event organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, India. Scheduled from January 19 to 21, 2026, this conference aims to bring together researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to discuss advancements in fluid and thermal engineering.
The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including aerodynamics, thermal systems, and computational fluid dynamics. Sessions will feature keynote talks and paper presentations across multiple tracks, providing a comprehensive overview of current research and developments in the field.
Notable speakers include esteemed professors from various institutions, offering insights into cutting-edge research and applications. The event also includes a gala dinner, providing ample networking opportunities for attendees to connect and collaborate.
ICFTE 2026 is ideal for researchers, engineers, and students interested in fluid and thermal engineering. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and have the opportunity to present their work to a global audience.
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Speakers(37)
Ankitha Gupta Surisetty
Ankitha Gupta Surisetty is a researcher presenting on bio-inspired leading-edge tubercles for sports applications.
Anwesha Mishra
Anwesha Mishra is a researcher presenting on airfoil shape optimization using genetic algorithm.
Dr. Sumit Kumar
Assistant Professor at Manipal Institute of Technology Bengaluru, India
Dr. Sumit Kumar is an assistant professor at Manipal Institute of Technology, focusing on thermal management systems.
Manabendra Manindrakumar De
Manabendra Manindrakumar De is a researcher presenting on numerical investigation of camber morphing aerodynamics for UAV applications.
Navneet Manoj
Navneet Manoj is a researcher presenting on airfoil shape optimization using genetic algorithm.
Navya Vijay
Navya Vijay is a researcher presenting on bio-inspired leading-edge tubercles for sports applications.
Nishant Mahamuni
Nishant Mahamuni is a researcher presenting on numerical analysis of a variable pitch vertical axis wind turbine.
Pardha S. Gurugubelli
Pardha S. Gurugubelli is a researcher presenting on airfoil shape optimization using genetic algorithm.
Perumalla Devi Vijaya Kumar
Perumalla Devi Vijaya Kumar is a researcher presenting on flow characterization and performance optimization of Savonius turbine in a confined channel.
Pramath Bhat
Pramath Bhat is a researcher presenting on numerical analysis of a variable pitch vertical axis wind turbine.
Pranay Katke
Pranay Katke is a researcher presenting on the aerodynamic effects of leading-edge tubercles in supersonic flow.
Prof. Abdel El Abed
Professor at ENS Paris, Saclay, France
Prof. Abdel El Abed is a professor at ENS Paris, focusing on heat transfer and thermal engineering.
Prof. Abhijit Dutta
Professor at MCKV Institute of Engineering, India
Prof. Abhijit Dutta is a faculty member at MCKV Institute of Engineering, specializing in thermal and mass transfer systems.
Prof. Andrea Vallati
Professor at University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy
Prof. Andrea Vallati is a faculty member at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, specializing in thermo-hydraulic performance and statistical assessment.
Prof. Bahni Ray
Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Prof. Bahni Ray is a professor at IIT Delhi, focusing on advanced topics in aerodynamics and engine propulsion.
Prof. Biswadip Shome
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, India
Prof. Biswadip Shome is a faculty member at BITS Pilani, specializing in computational fluid dynamics.
Prof. Celestino Rodrigues Ruivo
Professor at University of Algarve, Portugal
Prof. Celestino Rodrigues Ruivo is a professor at the University of Algarve, focusing on renewable energy and thermal systems.
Prof. Gaurav Watts
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus
Prof. Gaurav Watts is a faculty member at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, with expertise in fluid and thermal engineering.
Prof. Gautam Biswas
Professor at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus
Prof. Gautam Biswas is a faculty member at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus, specializing in fluid and thermal engineering.
Prof. Himadri Chattopadhyay
Professor at Jadavpur University
Prof. Himadri Chattopadhyay is a professor at Jadavpur University, with expertise in fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
Prof. Manabendra Pathak
Professor at IIT Patna
Prof. Manabendra Pathak is a professor at IIT Patna, specializing in thermal and mass transfer systems.
Prof. Manoj K Soni
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, India
Prof. Manoj K Soni is a professor at BITS Pilani, focusing on thermal system design and optimization.
Prof. Rachid Bennacer
Professor at ENS Paris, Saclay, France
Prof. Rachid Bennacer is a faculty member at ENS Paris, specializing in energy conversion and thermal systems.
Prof. Raj Kumar Gupta
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus
Prof. Raj Kumar Gupta is a faculty member at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, focusing on mechanical engineering.
Prof. Sambhunath Barman
Professor at NIT Sikkim, India
Prof. Sambhunath Barman is a professor at NIT Sikkim, focusing on heat transfer and energy systems.
Prof. Shaligram Tiwari
Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India
Prof. Shaligram Tiwari is a professor at IIT Kanpur, focusing on thermal analysis and micromachining processes.
Prof. Srikanta Routroy
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus
Prof. Srikanta Routroy is a professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, specializing in mechanical engineering.
Prof. Sudeshna Mukherjee
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, India
Prof. Sudeshna Mukherjee is a faculty member at BITS Pilani, specializing in fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
Prof. Sudipto Mukherjee
Professor at IIT Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
Prof. Sudipto Mukherjee is a professor at IIT Jodhpur, focusing on innovative techniques for enhancing heat transfer.
Prof. Suvanjan Bhattacharyya
Professor at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, India
Prof. Suvanjan Bhattacharyya is a professor at BITS Pilani, focusing on experimental and analytical evaluation of thermal systems.
Prof. Venugopal Arumuru
Professor at Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, India
Prof. Venugopal Arumuru is a faculty member at IIT Bhubaneswar, specializing in heat transfer enhancement techniques.
Ramakrishna N Hegde
Ramakrishna N Hegde is a researcher presenting on numerical analysis of a variable pitch vertical axis wind turbine.
Rishab Maurya
Rishab Maurya is a researcher presenting on the aerodynamic effects of leading-edge tubercles in supersonic flow.
Sathyabhama A
Sathyabhama A is a researcher presenting on numerical analysis of a variable pitch vertical axis wind turbine.
Satvik Sandeep Sarode
Satvik Sandeep Sarode is a researcher presenting on numerical investigation of camber morphing aerodynamics for UAV applications.
Shaligram Tiwari
Shaligram Tiwari is a researcher presenting on flow characterization and performance optimization of Savonius turbine in a confined channel.
Shashank Khurana
Shashank Khurana is a researcher presenting on bio-inspired leading-edge tubercles for sports applications.
Event Details
- Date
- June 15-17, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇮🇳 Pilani, India
- Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani
- Audience
- Researchers, engineers, and students in fluid and thermal engineering