Six-Day FDP on Battery Thermal Design, Optimization & Machine Learning

09th – 14th February 2026

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, MVGR College of Engineering, successfully organized a Six-Day Online Faculty Development Program (FDP) on “Battery Thermal Management System: Design, Optimization and ML Techniques” from 09th to 14th February 2026. The program served as a dynamic platform for academicians, researchers, and industry professionals to explore advanced concepts and emerging trends in battery thermal management and intelligent optimization techniques.

The programme was inaugurated on 09.02.2026 by the Principal, Prof. Y. M. C. Sekhar, in the presence of the Convener and Head of the Department, Dr. Kalla Praveen. In his inaugural address, the principal emphasized the growing importance of battery technologies in electric mobility and renewable energy systems, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary research combining thermal engineering, computational tools, and artificial intelligence.

The FDP focused on recent advancements in efficient thermal control of rechargeable batteries, integrating modern design methodologies with optimization strategies and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) techniques for next-generation energy systems. The sessions provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of battery safety, performance enhancement, lifecycle improvement, and sustainable engineering practices.

The programme featured eminent experts from reputed institutions and industries, including:

• Dr. Muthya Goud Vempally – Renault Nissan
• Dr. Athkuri Sai Saketha Chandra – National Institute of Technology Calicut
• Dr. Naresh Yarramsetty – Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology Surat
• Dr. Nanda Kishore P. V. R. – Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technology
• Dr. R. Bhanu Prakash – NewSpace Research and Technologies
• Dr. S. Janakiraman – Indian Institute of Technology Indore

The expert sessions delivered in-depth insights into battery management strategies, advanced cooling techniques, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)-based thermal analysis, AI/ML-driven optimization frameworks, and emerging battery technologies. The deliberations emphasized the crucial role of thermal management systems in enhancing the safety, efficiency, and lifespan of electric vehicles, renewable energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices.

A significant highlight of the FDP was the integration of CFD simulations and AI/ML techniques, demonstrating modern approaches for faster product development, reduced design costs, and improved industrial productivity. The discussions underscored the importance of sustainable energy technologies in achieving carbon emission reduction goals and promoting environmentally responsible engineering solutions.

The programme received an overwhelming response with around 900 registrations, out of which more than 600 participants from various institutions across the country actively attended the sessions, reflecting the relevance and demand for knowledge in this rapidly evolving domain.

The FDP was efficiently coordinated by Dr. S. Sanyasi Naidu, Dr. K. Ravi Kumar, and Dr. B. Murali Krishna, and co-coordinated by Dr. Varun Chebrolu and Mr. G. Rajesh from the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

The successful conduct of this FDP reaffirmed MVGR’s commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and capacity building in emerging technologies critical to the future of sustainable energy systems.