Dr. E Porpatham

Designation : Professor Higher Academic Grade
School / Centre : School of Mechanical Engineering
Department : Automotive Engineering

Educational Details

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Ph D
IC Engineering
Graduated in 2008

Anna University

M.E
IC Engineering
Graduated in 2001

University of Madras

B.E
Mechanical Engineering
Graduated in 1995

Post Doctoral Experiences


Research Details

Areas of Specialization
  • Internal Combustion Engineering
  • Gaseous Fuelled SI Engines
  • Engine Management Systems
  • Waste-to-Energy

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Completed Consultancy Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Engine modification to burn syngas (1100 kcal/kg)
Testing of two-wheeler engine

Ongoing Funded Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Development of Direct Injection Technology for hydrogen-enriched CNG and biogas for automobile and stationary power applications
A novel method of on-board hydrogen generation by methanol steam reforming with engine heat recovery strategy for direct injection of hydrogen in a CNG fuelled automotive SI engine

Completed Funded Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Development of combustion chamber for LPG fuelled lean burn spark ignition engine
Development of engine controller and combustion chamber for multi-fuel gas operated spark ignition engine
Development and Optimization of Performance and Emission Characteristics of CI, SI and Stirling Engine Using Hydrogen Enriched Bio-CNG Produced from Anaerobic Co-Digestion with Food Waste, Tannery Waste, Stubble Waste and STP Sludge

Awards & Recognitions Details

  • Executive Council Member- Combustion Institute Indian Section

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