Chinnadurai K

Ph.D. holder in Automotive Components and Materials with a strong foundation in engineering materials and thermal analysis. Possess hands-on experience with thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), simultaneous thermal analyzer (STA), and dynamic mechanical analyzer (DMA), offering deep insight into material behavior under thermal and mechanical stress. Specialized in developing and analyzing durable, lab-tested, high-temperature materials, with research spanning vehicle exhaust systems, NOx reduction technologies, perovskite compositions, and advanced pollution control methods.

My research also includes the study and development of protective and functional coating materials for enhancing thermal resistance, durability, and environmental stability of engineered surfaces. Adept at problem-solving in both academic and applied R&D environments and actively seeking a research and analyst role that leverages my thermal expertise and material science background.

Project Associate - Centre for Aerospace Research, Madras Institute of Technology Anna University - Chennai-600044, India

(2009 - 2012)

• Experienced in the thermal characterization of metallic and advanced engineering materials using Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA – TG/DSC). Skilled in measuring specific heat capacity, how materials expand with heat, melting and freezing points, changes in heat energy, and important thermal effects in harsh and high-temperature environments.
• Skilled in evaluating mass changes from room temperature to elevated temperatures through thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), enabling the assessment of thermal stability, oxidation behavior, decomposition, and material degradation. Experienced in testing research samples for metallurgical and high-temperature engineering applications.

Assistant Professor - Kings Engineering College - Bangalore Highway, Chennai.

(2013 - 2024)

• Involved in handling courses related to thermal engineering, thermodynamics, power plant engineering, and automobile related subjects, including associated laboratory sessions.
• Actively engage in research focused on engine components aimed at reducing emissions and improving environmental performance. My work includes analyzing the high-temperature characteristics of engine materials. Through both teaching and research, I strive to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical laboratory experience to enhance students’ understanding of thermal systems and automotive materials.

Engineer-Material Analysis - Agile PMC private Ltd - Guindy, Chennai.

(2024)

• Experienced in analyzing specific heat capacities, thermal expansion coefficients, melting/solidification points, and mass loss behavior of metallic materials.
• Conducted thermal testing on rusted and corroded samples to evaluate enthalpies and key thermal responses under corrosive environments, supporting metallurgical research.
• Skilled in monitoring sample mass variations from room to elevated temperatures to study decomposition, oxidation, and phase transitions critical to high-temperature applications.

Doctoral of Philosophy - Automobile Engineering - Madras Institute of Technology Anna University, Chennai

Master of Engineering - Manufacturing Engineering - Madras Institute of Technology Anna University, Chennai

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Madras Institute of Technology Anna University, Chennai