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Two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials synthesised by hydrothermal means have become a key technology in nanotechnology, especially for applications requiring accuracy in particle shape, crystallinity, and surface properties. This process creates well-defined nanostructures by means of chemical reactions in aqueous medium at high pressures and temperatures. The most extensively researched 2D nanomaterials produced by hydrothermal techniques are iron-based nanoparticles, zinc oxide (ZnO), and titanium dioxide (TiO₂). Advanced lubricants with better tribological properties have been developed through a revolution in the field of lubricants with the addition of nanomaterials. For the purpose of attaining homogeneous dispersion within lubricating matrix, these nanomaterials' size, shape, and surface functionality can be precisely controlled during their hydrothermal production. These two-dimensional nanomaterials can have their surface properties precisely altered through hydrothermal synthesis, which benefits their lubricating system performance. Improved dispersion stability and efficacy of the nanomaterials in the lubricant can result in decreased wear, decreased friction, and enhanced thermal stability. This can be achieved by optimizing the particle size, shape, and surface fictionalization.

Biography

Dr. S.V.A.R.Sastry has more than 20 years of teaching and research experience. He was B.Tech Gold Medalist from NIT Jalandhar, M.Tech Silver Medalist from IIT Delhi and got Best Ph.D Thesis Award from JNTU Kakinada. He has authored 12 Patents, 22 International Books in the area of Renewable Energy, Unit Operations & Heat Transfer. He has published more than 64 Research Papers and presented papers in more than 60 International Conferences. He is a Member Scientist of CORE GROUP of Scientists on Tree Borne Oil seeds for promotion, utilization and socio-economic linkages in Southern India. He is a Senior Member of Institution of Engineers, Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, Indian Desalination Association, International Association of Computer Science and Information Technology and Institute for Engineering Research and Publication. He has been awarded Outstanding reviewer status by Elsevier, U.S. and granted full free access to Scopus by Elsevier, U.S. He is an Editor for five International Journals and Editorial Board member for six International Journals. His Biography has been published in Marquis Who's Who in the World, 31st, 32nd & 33rd editions consecutively. He got the Andhra Pradesh University Best Teacher Award from JNTU Kakinada for five consecutive years from 2008 to 2013. He is a Recipient of International Awards from IBC, Cambridge, England. He got selected for inclusion in "100 Best Educators of 2014"; "2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century"; "CAMBRIDGE CERTIFICATE for Outstanding Educational Achievement"; and the prestigious "Leading Professionals of the World-2014" by International Biographical Centre (IBC), Cambridge, England. He is giving consultation in the design and implementation of ‘High Speed Industrial Vaporizer’, ‘Mixing Device for Chemical Absorption Process’ and ‘Exploring Disruptions, Formulations, and Technologies in Lubricant Industry’ to Convetit, U.S. He has given more than 30 Keynote lectures in various International Conferences held at Brazil, Dubai, Spain, China, Canada, Italy, France and UK. He received the Pillars of the Nation Award for Excellence and Innovation in Education Sector from the Delhi Vidhan Sabha in 2023. He got the Outstanding Alumni Faculty Award from IIT Delhi in 2023. He got the University Research Excellence Award for 2023 and 2024 from HBTU Kanpur. He is selected as Fellow by Institution of Engineers (India) in 2024. He is appointed as ‘Regional Mentor of Change for Uttar Pradesh’ by Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, GOI, New Delhi in 2024. He was honored with the “Outstanding Leadership in Research and Innovation” Award in the 29th World Education Summit, New Delhi on 5th July, 2024. Presently, he is working as the Associate Dean (Research & Development); Deputy Controller of Examinations and University Counsellor at the Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.