Malay K. Mazumder
Papers
6
Total Citations
63
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About
Malay K. Mazumder is a pioneering researcher whose work sits at the compelling intersection of electrostatics, planetary science, and renewable energy technology. His research has made significant contributions to understanding dust dynamics and triboelectric charging in extreme environments, with particular focus on lunar and Martian conditions critical to future space exploration. His 2008 study on the tribocharging characteristics of Mars dust simulant (JSC Mars-1), garnering 27 citations, has become an essential reference for mission planners grappling with electrostatic hazards facing both human astronauts and robotic systems on Mars. Alongside this, his investigations into lunar dust transport and gravitational-electrostatic interactions have helped shape NASA's approach to dust mitigation strategies. Perhaps equally impactful is Mazumder's applied engineering work translating electrostatic principles into practical clean energy solutions. His development of the Electrodynamic Screen (EDS) technology — a self-cleaning system for solar mirrors and photovoltaic panels that operates without water — addresses one of the most pressing operational challenges facing large-scale solar installations globally. With multiple publications advancing EDS from concept to industrial production, Mazumder has built a research legacy that spans the cosmos and the terrestrial energy landscape, offering solutions relevant to both space agencies and the renewable energy industry.
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- 1Tribocharging Characteristics of the Mars Dust Simulant (JSC Mars-1)27 citations · 2008
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- 3Lunar and Martian Dust Dynamics10 citations · 2010
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