Gurram Narendra Santosh Kumar

Advanced Numerical Research and Analysis Group, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation

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Dr. Gurram Narendra Santosh Kumar is a mechanical engineer whose research bridges computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and robotic automation. His most influential work, "Modeling and Analysis of Kaplan Turbine Blade Using CFD" (13 citations), demonstrates his expertise in using virtual simulation to optimize hydraulic turbine design—a critical contribution to renewable energy systems. By applying CFD to analyze fluid flow and blade performance, Dr. Kumar enables more efficient, data-driven design without costly physical prototyping. He also explores assistive robotics, as seen in his 2021 paper on a robot hand designed for writing and correction tasks, aiming to reduce the physical strain on educators through remote-controlled automation. Though his citation counts are modest, his work reflects a practical, interdisciplinary approach: using simulation to solve real-world problems in energy and human-robot interaction. Dr. Kumar’s research is particularly valuable for students and engineers interested in applying CFD to turbomachinery or developing affordable robotic aids for repetitive manual tasks.