Shivani pandey | SHM of a dam | Innovative Research Award

Published on by Best Achievements

Innovative Research Award

Shivani Pandey
RNTU Bhopal

Shivani pandey
Affiliation RNTU Bhopal
Country India
Scopus ID 59597051600
Documents 23
Citations 61
h-index 4
Subject Area Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) of a Dam
Event Global Best Achievements Awards
ORCID 0009-0004-2373-1954

Shivani Pandey is a researcher affiliated with RNTU Bhopal, India, whose documented scholarly profile includes research activity associated with structural health monitoring of dams. The available bibliographic information records 23 documents, 61 citations, and an h-index of 4 in Scopus. Her research profile can be considered in the broader context of infrastructure monitoring, structural assessment, and the application of engineering methods to support the safety and long-term performance of water-retaining structures. [1]

Abstract

Shivani Pandey is an India-based researcher affiliated with RNTU Bhopal whose research profile is associated with structural health monitoring of dams. Her scholarly record includes 23 documents, 61 citations, and an h-index of 4 according to the supplied Scopus information. Her research area connects structural engineering with monitoring and assessment approaches relevant to large water-retaining infrastructure. Such work contributes to the broader objective of identifying structural responses, interpreting monitoring information, and supporting evidence-based assessment of dam performance. Her profile also provides a basis for examining research productivity, scholarly dissemination, and engineering relevance in the context of an Innovative Research Award. [1]

Keywords

Shivani Pandey; Innovative Research Award; RNTU Bhopal; structural health monitoring; dam monitoring; structural engineering; infrastructure assessment; dam safety; engineering research; scholarly impact.

Introduction

Structural health monitoring is an important engineering discipline concerned with the observation, interpretation, and assessment of structural behaviour over time. For dams and other major hydraulic structures, monitoring can provide information relevant to deformation, environmental influences, operational conditions, and changes in structural response. Research in this area therefore intersects structural engineering, instrumentation, data interpretation, numerical analysis, and infrastructure management.[1]

Research Profile

Shivani Pandey’s research profile is centered on structural health monitoring of dams, placing her work within a multidisciplinary area of civil and structural engineering. Dam monitoring requires consideration of structural behaviour and the interpretation of observations generated during the service life of infrastructure. The research direction can consequently involve engineering measurement, structural response assessment, monitoring systems, data analysis, and methods for understanding changes in structural condition.[1]

Research Contributions

Research associated with structural health monitoring of dams contributes to the wider engineering objective of understanding how critical infrastructure behaves under operational and environmental conditions. Such research may support the development or application of monitoring approaches capable of identifying meaningful structural responses and providing engineers with information for assessment. In this setting, the significance of Pandey’s research direction lies in its connection to the observation and evaluation of dam infrastructure. [2]

Publications

The supplied Scopus information associates Shivani Pandey with 23 indexed documents. These records indicate an established body of scholarly output within the research profile represented by Scopus Author ID 59597051600. Bibliographic databases provide useful mechanisms for discovering publications, tracking citation relationships, and examining research dissemination, although database coverage can vary between disciplines and publication types. [1] [3] [4]

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric record reports 61 citations and an h-index of 4 for Pandey’s Scopus profile. Citation counts can provide an indication of how frequently indexed publications have been referenced by subsequent scholarly literature, while the h-index combines publication and citation dimensions into a single metric. These measures are descriptive rather than comprehensive assessments of research quality, societal value, or practical engineering influence. [1]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes a research profile in the context of documented scholarly activity and research relevance. Pandey’s stated research area, structural health monitoring of a dam, is directly connected with an engineering problem of substantial infrastructure importance. Her supplied bibliometric record of 23 documents, 61 citations, and an h-index of 4 provides quantitative evidence of an established indexed research profile. [1]

Conclusion

Shivani Pandey’s academic profile represents research activity associated with structural health monitoring of dams and related infrastructure assessment. Her affiliation with RNTU Bhopal and the supplied Scopus record of 23 documents, 61 citations, and an h-index of 4 provide a documented basis for examining her scholarly development. [1] Her research area is relevant to structural engineering because monitoring approaches can support the systematic study of infrastructure behaviour and condition.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Shivani Pandey, Author ID 59597051600. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=59597051600
  2. Study of Smart Sensor Designing Parameters for Water Resources Management.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4140-5_14
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Shivani Pandey. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0004-2373-1954
  4. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Shivani Pandey – Google Scholar profile.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=C219vdYAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=sra
  5. Nanocomposite fluorescence sensor for ultrafast and reliable fluoride detection in real water samples.
    https://doi.org/10.1080/03067319.2025.2600592

Krushna Chandra Sethi | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Published on by Best Achievements

Dr. Krushna Chandra Sethi | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Krushna Chandra Sethi, Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, India.

Dr. Krushna Chandra Sethi is an Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering at Centurion University, Odisha. With a Ph.D. in Transportation Engineering and expertise in pavement design, bituminous mixes, and composite materials, he has published 14+ research articles and holds 3 patents. 🛣️🚧 Awarded the Best Performer Faculty Award 2024, he actively contributes to research innovation and academic excellence. Dr. Sethi also serves as a keynote speaker at international conferences, driving advancements in infrastructure engineering worldwide. 🌍🎤

Profile

Scopus Profile

Orcid Profile

Google Scholar Profile

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Krushna Chandra Sethi embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in Civil Engineering, completing his B.Tech from IGIT Sarang (BPUT, Odisha) with first division honors. He further advanced his specialization by earning an M.Tech in Transportation Engineering from the prestigious CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, New Delhi, where he also secured a Junior Research Fellowship. Dr. Sethi culminated his academic training with a Ph.D. from Dr. K.N. Modi University, Rajasthan, focusing on innovative pavement materials. Notably, he also completed Problem-Based Learning (PBL) courseware design at Aalborg University, Denmark, in 2024, highlighting his commitment to pedagogical innovation and lifelong learning.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha, Dr. Sethi brings over six years of teaching experience combined with two years of dedicated research at CSIR-CRRI during his M.Tech tenure. His roles extend beyond teaching, including key institutional responsibilities such as Career Coordinator, Admission Coordinator, and Faculty In-Charge of campus sustainability initiatives. His involvement in NAAC and IQAC quality assurance processes reflects his dedication to academic governance and quality enhancement.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Civil Engineering 

Dr. Sethi’s research primarily revolves around flexible pavement design, bituminous paving mixes enhanced with polymer and lime composite admixtures, and the material characterization of asphalt mixtures. His doctoral thesis on the performance evaluation of these innovative mixes underscores his expertise in sustainable pavement materials. Additionally, he pursues research in transportation planning and Building Information Modelling (BIM). His research portfolio includes 14 Scopus-indexed journal publications, three patents, and numerous presentations at national and international conferences, positioning him as an emerging expert in highway infrastructure innovations.

🌍 Impact and Influence

With a consistent record of publishing in reputed journals and conferences, Dr. Sethi’s work has contributed to advancing knowledge in pavement engineering and sustainable infrastructure. His research projects, including a significant grant-supported initiative on innovative pothole repair solutions in India, demonstrate his commitment to addressing real-world transportation challenges. Invited as a keynote speaker at the upcoming Global Meet & Expo on Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering (CIVIL2025) in Rome, his expertise is recognized internationally, contributing to the global discourse on civil infrastructure.

🧠 Research Skills

Dr. Sethi possesses strong competencies in material characterization, pavement design, transportation planning, and the use of advanced tools like Building Information Modelling. He is known for his self-motivation, teamwork abilities, and rapid grasp of new technologies and methodologies, which enable him to contribute innovatively to both research and education.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Dr. Sethi has earned multiple accolades, including the prestigious Best Performer Faculty Award (2024) from Centurion University, accompanied by a ₹1 lakh cash prize. He was also awarded a ₹7.8 lakh scholarship from CSIR for his doctoral research and recognized with the Best Paper Presentation Award at the International Conference on Innovative Research. His early career was bolstered by the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) from CSIR-HRDG, reflecting his academic excellence from the outset.

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking forward, Dr. Krushna Chandra Sethi is poised to make lasting contributions to civil engineering education and research, with a focus on sustainable and innovative pavement materials. His engagement in patentable innovations and his role in institutional development signal a growing legacy as a leader and mentor. His participation in international forums ensures that his future work will continue to shape the field and inspire upcoming engineers and researchers.

Publications Top Notes

  • Development of time–cost trade-off optimization model for construction projects with MOPSO technique
    Authors: AK Agarwal, SS Chauhan, K Sharma, KC Sethi
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 25 (6), 4529-4539
    Citations: 35
    Year: 2024 🛠️⌛💰

  • Development of discrete opposition-based NSGA-III model for optimizing trade-off between discrete time, cost, and resource in construction projects
    Authors: KC Sethi, V Rathinakumar, S Harishankar, G Bhadoriya, AK Pati
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 25 (6), 4633-4644
    Citations: 29
    Year: 2024 🏗️⚖️🔢

  • Development of optimization model for balancing time, cost, and environmental impact in retrofitting projects with NSGA-III
    Authors: KC Sethi, U Prajapati, A Parihar, C Gupta, G Shrivastava, K Sharma
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 25 (7), 5123-5136
    Citations: 25
    Year: 2024 🌿⌛💲

  • NSGA-III based optimization model for balancing time, cost, and quality in resource-constrained retrofitting projects
    Authors: A Arya, GI Gunarani, V Rathinakumar, A Sharma, AK Pati, KC Sethi
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 25 (7), 5613-5625
    Citations: 20
    Year: 2024 ⏳💰✔️

  • Optimizing construction time, cost, and quality: a hybrid AHP-NSGA-III model for enhanced multi-objective decision making
    Authors: BP Sethy, P Gupta, A Chandra, KC Sethi, AP Behera, K Sharma
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 26 (3), 1043-1057
    Citations: 11
    Year: 2025 ⏱️💵🏅

  • Optimizing time, cost, environmental impact, and client satisfaction in sustainable construction projects using LHS-NSGA-III: a multi-objective approach
    Authors: AP Behera, A Dhawan, V Rathinakumar, M Bharadwaj, JS Rajput, …, KC Sethi
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering 26 (2), 761-776
    Citations: 11
    Year: 2025 🌍⏳💸😊

  • Comparative seismic analysis of symmetrical and asymmetrical G+ 7 structures using STAAD. Pro: insights into performance and material efficiency
    Authors: E Ahmad, L Khatua, KC Sethi, M Villagómez-Galindo, A Upadhyay, …
    Journal: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering, 1-15
    Citations: 11
    Year: 2025 🌐🏢🌊

  • Investigation on the causes of failure in flexible pavement
    Authors: KC Sethi, DS Tiwari, D Baral
    Proceedings of International Interdisciplinary Conference on Engineering
    Citations: 5
    Year: 2016 🛣️❌🔍