Sop for Msc in Chemical Engineering

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Graduate studies at TU Delft opens up a whole new horizon of possibilities for me in the field of Chemical engineering. Ongoing researches at TU Delft in Computational Mechanics such as “Solar to Fuel Energy Conversion with Hematite Photoanodes” and “Magnetic Switchable Nanoparticles (MSN)for Drug Delivery and Therapy” specifically intrigue me. If given an opportunity I would like to work on Polymer Solar cells manufacturing techniques which can be integrated with environment energy requirements. The use of hydrocarbon fuels is damaging the environment. Concepts of electrochemical, material sciences in combination with concepts of energy and environmental science can be used to develop materials with greater energy capacity. The use of solar cells as renewable energy source would give regions with no electricity with a ray of hope to have access to electricity.

Another field of research interest is development of Nanoparticles for the abatement of environment pollutants. Increase of pollution are a major problem these days. The development of these particles is a necessity for all sustainable development. Even at small level it can damage natural as well as environment due to the persistent cyclic chemical and physical change. Progress can be made in this field by development of nanoparticle capable of removing the pollutants without allowing significant damage to the environment. Study of nanoparticles, effect of chemical change, and application of natural sciences is crucial for success in this area of research.

Considering the fact that I liked Transport Phenomenon as well as Fludization, I chose the topic “The particle onset velocity of Solid-Liquid circulating Fluidized Bed” as my final Semester project under the guidance of Prof.Dr. L. Muruganandam, my supervisor. Our project was related to finding the minimum liquid fludization velocity essential for successful operations in solid-liquid fluidized bed which would help in Chemical and Biochemical application. My experiments examined the effect of such factors as materials used like sand and water with different sizes, liquid and solid phases of materials, static bed height, the Temperature, the design of the Plexiglas Column, the chemical composition of the raw material, Pressure drop and the time taken for fluidization. During the project, I had to formulate experiment plan, design the apparatus, consult technical literature, set up the apparatus, procure necessary equipment, and fix technical problems. For example, when I found that the mechanical pressure meter on the Plexiglas, the main equipment of the lab, displayed low sensitivity and precision, I added an electronic one to fix the problem. As a crystallization of my project findings, I got Grade A which is equivalent to 9 out of 10 with credits 20 in the Final Semester Project.

In particular, my interests lie in the realms of Nanoparticles, solar cells, geotextiles. Through graduate studies in the Chemical Product Engineering program of TU Delft, I want to expand my knowledge in the aforementioned fields and intend to implement it in ongoing and future research work. The numerous projects; Influence of Pressure on Atomic Layer Deposition on Nanoparticles in Fluidized Bed Reactors; The loading and retention characteristics of polymersomes as radionuclide carriers etc; offer an excellent platform for students to grow as engineers through practical application of their knowledge. With the added attraction of the possibility of working on such projects, the intensive ongoing research work, outstanding research facilities, the internationally acclaimed Chemical program, TU Delft offers everything I can hope for to grow in the Chemical industry and reach the pinnacle of success.