HARSHIT SHUKLA

About

I am an aerospace engineering researcher and faculty member with expertise in rocket propulsion, micro-thruster systems, and experimental aerodynamics. I hold a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, with my research focusing on MEMS-based propulsion, fluidic thrust vectoring, and solid propellant combustion studies.

My professional journey includes hands-on research experience at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (ISRO), where I contributed to the development and testing of Pyro-MEMS microthrusters for space applications. I have led and co-led externally funded research projects exceeding ₹40 lakhs, including projects related to subscale rocket motor test beds, propellant thermal analysis, and thrust stand development.

In my academic role, I teach subjects such as Rocket Propulsion, Satellite Technology, Attitude Control, and Space Dynamics, and I actively guide student research in emerging areas of space technology. I have published in reputed journals like FirePhysChem, International Journal of Energetic Materials and Chemical Propulsion, and presented at AIAA conferences.

I am also passionate about experimental lab development, mentorship, and collaborative research aligned with national and institutional aerospace goals.

Employment

• University of Petroleum and Energy Studies Assistant Professor-Selection Grade
  2018 - Present
• RV College of Engineering Assistant Professor
  2017 - 2018
• MVJ College of Engineering Assistant Professor
  2016 - 2017
• Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre Master's Project Scholar
  2015 - 2016

Education

• University of Petroleum and Energy Studies PhD
  2018 - 2023
• Birla Institute of Technology M.E.
  2014 - 2016
• University of Petroleum & Energy Studies B.Tech
  2009 - 2013

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (29)

• ADVANCED FLUIDIC THRUST VECTORING WITH DUAL THROAT NOZZLE: ACHIEVING SUPERIOR THRUST VECTORING ANGLE AND EFFICIENCY WITH DUAL PORT INJECTION
  International Journal of Fluid Mechanics Research 2026 DOI: 10.1615/InterJFluidMechRes.2025058570
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• Innovations in MEMS-Based Solid-Propellant Micro Thrusters: Design, Fabrication, Performance, and Future Space Application
  2026 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-2239-2_26
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• Refractory High-Entropy Alloys for Satellite Propulsion: Progress, Challenges, and Future Directions
  2026 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-8076-7_20
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• Synergistic Investigation of Burn Rate Modifiers for Propellant Optimization
  2026 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-2239-2_35
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• MMH/NTO liquid microthrusters for space propulsion: Progress, challenges, and emerging research directions
  FirePhysChem 2026 DOI: 10.1016/j.fpc.2025.10.002
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• Numerical optimization of Hall effect thruster with variation in magnetic field
  FirePhysChem 2025 DOI: 10.1016/j.fpc.2024.11.005
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• Fin Design and Aerodynamics in High-Speed Missile and Rocket Systems
  Materials Horizons from Nature to Nanomaterials 2025 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-96-5366-9_15
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• A MICRO APPROACH TO VALIDATE THE GURSON YIELD CRITERIA AT MACRO LEVEL
  Nanoscience and Technology: An International Journal 2024 DOI: 10.1615/nanoscitechnolintj.2023046472
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• ADVANCED METHODOLOGD2S FOR DESIGNING CRYOGENIC OPTICS FOR SPACE OBSERVATORIES: ACHIEVING OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE AND STABILITY AT LOW TEMPERATURES
  Proceedings of the International Astronautical Congress Iac 2024 DOI: 10.52202/078361-0013
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• Energetic material characterization and ignition study of MEMS based micro-thruster for multi spacecrafts missions
  FirePhysChem 2023 DOI: 10.1016/j.fpc.2023.08.001
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