Vijai Shankar Bhavani Shankar
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Dr. Vijai Shankar Bhavani Shankar is a materials engineer specializing in thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) for internal combustion engines, with a focus on enhancing the durability and performance of aluminum alloy pistons. His major contributions lie in addressing the critical challenges of plasma spraying yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) coatings onto lightweight automotive components, particularly under extreme thermal and mechanical stress. Notably, his 2018 study on "Challenges in Plasma Spraying of 8%Y2O3-ZrO2 Thermal Barrier Coatings on Al Alloy Automotive Piston and Influence of Vibration and Thermal Fatigue on Coating Characteristics" (19 citations) systematically evaluates how vibration and thermal cycling degrade coating integrity, providing actionable insights for industrial applications. Complementing this, his predictive model for TBC thickness inconsistencies (17 citations) offers a quantitative framework to optimize coating uniformity, directly improving engine efficiency and lifespan. Together, these works have influenced coating design protocols in automotive manufacturing, bridging the gap between laboratory research and real-world engine durability. Dr. Shankar’s research is pivotal for advancing lightweight, high-performance engine components, with his citation record reflecting growing recognition among thermal spray and automotive engineering communities.
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