NameDr. Suman Kumar
E-mailsumankumar.cbri [at] csir.res.in
Present DesignationScientist
DivisionHeritage & Special Structures (HSS)
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Educational Attainments

Degree / DiplomaMain SubjectUniversity/Institution with DistinctionCountryYear of Passing
Ph.D.Structural EngineeringIIT GuwahatiIndia2022
M. Tech.Structural EngineeringIIT GuwahatiIndia2016
B. Tech.Civil EngineeringNIT HamirpurIndia2013

Specialization

a) Main Area of SpecializationStructural Engineering
b) Sub-area of SpecializationComputational mechanics; Blast and impact engineering; Design and optimization of protective shelters; Analysis and behavior of collapse mechanism of structures; Behavior of composites under ballistic impact; Modelling and Simulation of Buildings and structures under multi-hazards scenarios.

Countries visited in connection with higher studies, research training, employment and other scientific assignments:

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Publications and Patents
  • Current Publications (2009 onwards):

    Journals:

    • Saxena, S., Kumar, S., Sharma, H., & Kumari, P. (2025). Quantitative assessment of steel reinforcement effects on gamma-ray shielding in reinforced concrete using Monte Carlo simulations. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 23, e05023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2025.e05023 (Impact Factor – 6.6, SCIE-Q1)
    • Saxena, Sanchit, Suman Kumar, and Hrishikesh Sharma. 2025. “A Novel Computational Framework for Efficient Nuclear Containment Design: Structural Integrity, Radiation Shielding, and Reliability Assessment.” Reliability Engineering & System Safety 260: 111038. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ress.2025.111038. (Impact Factor – 11.0, SCIE-Q1)
    • Kaushik, S., Kumar, S., & Siddagangaiah, A. K. (2024). Experimental and numerical based model formulation for estimation of subgrade resilient modulus using the repeated load CBR test considering in situ state of stress. Transportation Geotechnics, 48, 101331. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.trgeo.2024.101331 (Impact Factor – 5.5, SCIE-Q1)
    • Kumar, S., Saxena, S., Sharma, H., Gangolu, J., & Prabhu, T. A. (2023). Development of Design Guidelines using Probabilistic Framework for The Development of Smart Thickening Fluid Based Ultra Resistant Adaptive Kinematic Soft Human Armor (SURAKSHA). Reliability Engineering & System Safety, 109277.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ress.2023.109277 (Impact Factor – 11.0, SCIE-Q1)
    • Kumar, S., Saxena, S., & Sharma, H. (2022). Ballistic Performance Evaluation of High-Performance Fabric Due to Interyarn Friction. Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, 27(4), 04022043. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)SC.1943-5576.0000721 (Impact Factor – 1.9, ESCI-Q2)

    Conferences (National & International)/ Symposium/ others:

    • Kumar, S., Saxena, S., & Sharma, H. (2024). Effectiveness of STF-Encapsulated Honeycomb Bubble-Wrap Configuration Composite Under Ballistic Impact. Structural Engineering Convention 2024 by NIT Tiruchirappalli.

    Publications previous to 2009: NIL

  • Tech. Reports: NIL
  • Scientific Books / Book Chapters: NIL
  • Articles: NIL
  • Patents filed / granted:
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  • Processes Developed: NIL
  • Process Under Utilization: NIL

Awards and Distinctions (including fellowships of the learned societies):.

Name of AwardAwarded byAwarded forYear
Merit-cum-means ScholarshipMHRD, Govt. of IndiaFor acquiring Merit2010
Merit-cum-means ScholarshipMHRD, Govt. of IndiaFor acquiring Merit2011
Merit-cum-means ScholarshipMHRD, Govt. of IndiaFor acquiring Merit2012
Merit-cum-means ScholarshipMHRD, Govt. of IndiaFor acquiring Merit2013
Professional Experience:
  • Scientist, CSIR CBRI Roorkee (17.01.2022 – Present)
  • NIT Meghalaya (Since 21st July 2014 to 06-01-2022);Designation & Department: Trainee Teacher & Department of Civil Engineering, NIT Meghalaya, Shillong, Meghalaya, 793003
  • Larsen & Toubro Construction (8 July 2013 to May 2014);Designation: Graduate Engineer Trainee

 

 

 

 

 

Any other: Member, Institution of Engineers, India