Dr. E Porpatham

Designation : Professor Higher Academic Grade
School / Centre : Automotive Research Center
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

: 18
: 17

Completed Consultancy Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Engine Modification to burn Syngas (1100 kcal / kg) / exploring direct combustion of syngas for cooking Tata Power Company Limited, Mumbai
Engine testing of 2 wheeler gasoline engine Gurgaon
Design and Development of Smart Inverter for PM Synchronous Motor based Air-Compressor for EV ZF India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai

Ongoing Funded Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Development of Direct Injection Technology for hydrogen-enriched CNG and biogas for automobile and stationary power applications DST, India
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 DST, India

Completed Funded Project Details

Title Funding Agency
Development of combustion chamber for LPG fuelled lean burn spark ignition engine DST, India
Development of engine controller and combustion chamber for multi-fuel gas operated spark ignition engine DST, India
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 DST, India

Patent Published Details

Title Application No.
Turbulence Enhancing Combustion Chamber for Gaseous Fuelled Spark Ignition Engine

Awards & Recognitions Details

  • Executive Council Member- Combustion Institute Indian Section
  • Joint Secretary, Combustion Institute Indian Section

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