Waknaghat, March 2, 2026
The Department of Civil Engineering in association with the International Collaboration Center (ICC) at Jaypee University of Information Technology organized a one-day International Expert Lecture on Aerospace Systems, Launch Vehicles, Spacecraft Technologies, and Advanced Composite Materials.
The keynote speaker, Prof. Changduk Kong, Distinguished Chair Professor at Kunsan National University, Republic of Korea, delivered a comprehensive lecture on the evolution of aerospace engineering, covering aircraft structures, launch vehicles, spacecraft systems, and modern aviation platforms. He highlighted the transformative role of advanced composite materials in aerospace applications, explaining how their high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and structural efficiency have revolutionized aircraft and orbital system design. Prof. Kong is widely regarded as one of Korea’s senior and eminent researchers in composite structures and has served as a visiting professor at several reputed universities in India. These efforts have been supported by CEO of JUIT Sh. Manu Bhaskar Gaur who has a vision for profilic internationalization of JUIT.
In a combined address, Prof. (Dr.) R. K. Sharma, Vice Chancellor, emphasized that such academic exchanges strengthen the intellectual bridge between India and the Republic of Korea and promote deeper technological cooperation between the two nations. Prof. Sudhir Syal, Dean (Research & Internationalization), highlighted that sustained global partnerships are essential for high-impact research and innovation. Prof. Ashish Kumar, Head, Department of Civil Engineering, underlined that advanced composite materials are redefining engineering applications not only in aerospace but across infrastructure and high-performance structural systems. Dr. Tanmay Gupta, Programme Coordinator, remarked that exposure to internationally acclaimed experts like Prof. Kong significantly enriches the research ecosystem at JUIT and motivates faculty members and scholars toward interdisciplinary excellence.
The programme concluded with interactive discussions on future collaborative research initiatives, making the visit highly fruitful for faculty members and research scholars.
