Prakash Kotecha

Dr. Prakash Kotecha

Associate Professor

Key Research Areas :Applied Optimization, Computational Intelligence.

1. Baro, R.K., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Multi-objective optimization of nanofluid based direct absorption solar collector for low-temperature applications", Journal of Building Engineering, Accepted [2023]

2. Kommadath, R., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "An effective strategy for solving single and multi-unit production planning models with unique process constraints using metaheuristic techniques", Expert Systems With Applications, Accepted [2023]

3. Kommadath, R., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "A metaheuristic-based efficient strategy for multi-unit production planning with unique process constraints", Applied Soft Computing, 134, 109871, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asoc.2022.109871 [2023]

4. Kommadath, R., Maharana, D., Anandalakshmi, R., Kotecha, P., "Multi-objective scheduling in the vegetable processing and packaging facility using metaheuristic based framework", Food and Bioproducts Processing, 137, 1-19, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbp.2022.10.005 [2023]

1. Nagraj, M.S., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Thermo-economic and environmental analyses based single objective optimization of subcooled compression-absorption cascaded refrigeration system using evolutionary techniques", Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects, Accepted [2022]

2. Kommadath, R., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "Efficient scheduling of jobs on dissimilar parallel machines using heuristic assisted metaheuristic techniques", Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 188, 916-934, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cherd.2022.10.011 [2022]

3. Nagraj, M.S., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Thermoeconomic optimization of cascade refrigeration system using computational intelligence techniques", Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 147, 23, 13805-13827, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10973-022-11516-z [2022]

4. Santra, S., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., Banerjee, T., "Process Simulation and Multiobjective Optimization for High-Purity Hexane Recovery Using Deep Eutectic Solvent", Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Research, 61, 37, 13929-13943, https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.iecr.2c01028 [2022]

5. Kommadath, R., Maharana, D., Sivadurgaprasad, C., Kotecha, P., "Parallel computing strategies for Sanitized Teaching Learning Based Optimization", Journal of Computational Science, 63, 101766, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jocs.2022.101766 [2022]

6. Maharana, D., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "A mixed-integer linear programming model with multi-unit strategy for distributed biorefinery superstructures with economic and social benefits", Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 24, 6, 1903-1925, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-022-02296-z [2022]

7. Maharana, D., Bhattacharya, T., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Exergetic optimization of simple and finned solar air collectors for humid subtropical regions", Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29, 37, 56473-56489, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-021-18070-5 [2022]

8. Gautam, D.K., Kotecha, P., Subbiah, S., "Efficient k-means clustering and greedy selection-based reduction of nodal search space for optimization of sensor placement in the water distribution networks", Water Research, 220, 118666, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2022.118666 [2022]

9. Nagraj, S.M., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Multi-objective optimization of vapor absorption refrigeration system for the minimization of annual operating cost and exergy destruction", Journal of Building Engineering, 49, 103925, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2021.103925 [2022]

10. Raja, B.D., Patel, V.K., Yildiz, A.R., Kotecha, P., "Performance of scientific law-inspired optimization algorithms for constrained engineering applications", Engineering Optimization, https://doi.org/10.1080/0305215X.2022.2127698 [2022]

11. Maharana, D., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "An innovative approach to the supply-chain network optimization of biorefineries using metaheuristic techniques", Engineering Optimization, https://doi.org/10.1080/0305215X.2022.2080204 [2022]

12. Rajesh, K., Jain, E., Kotecha, P., "A Multi-Objective approach to the Electric Vehicle Routing Problem", , Preprint, https://doi.org/10.48550/arXiv.2208.12440 [2022]

1. Maharana, D., Bhattacharya, T., Kotecha, P., Anandalakshmi, R., "Exergetic optimization of solar water collectors using computational intelligence techniques", Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 23, 6, 1737-1768, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10098-021-02057-4 [2021]

1. Chauhan, S.S., Kotecha, P., "An efficient multi-unit production planning strategy based on continuous variables", Applied Soft Computing, 68, 458-477, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.asoc.2018.03.012 [2018]

2. Chauhan, S.S., Sivadurgaprasad, C., Kadambur, R., Kotecha, P., "A novel strategy for the combinatorial production planning problem using integer variables and performance evaluation of recent optimization algorithms", Swarm and Evolutionary Computation, 43, 225-243, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.swevo.2018.04.004 [2018]

1. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha P., "Multi-objective optimization of Stirling engine systems using Front-based Yin-Yang-Pair Optimization", Energy Conversion and Management, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2016.10.035 [2016]

2. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha P., "Effective multi-objective optimization of Stirling engine systems", Applied Thermal Engineering, 108, 261-276 [2016]

3. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha P., "Yin-Yang-pair Optimization: A novel lightweight optimization algorithm", Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 54, 62-79 [2016]

4. Tesfaye, M., Patwa, R., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., Katiyar, V., "Silk nanocrystals stabilized melt extruded poly (lactic acid) nanocomposite films: Effect of recycling on thermal degradation kinetics and optimization studies", Thermochimica Acta, 643, 41-52 [2016]

5. Chinta, S., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "A note on multi-objective improved teaching–learning based optimization algorithm (MO-ITLBO)", Information Sciences, 373, 1339-1351 [2016]

6. Kadambur, R., Kotecha, P., "Optimal production planning in a petrochemical industry using multiple levels", Computers and Industrial Engineering, 100, 133-143 [2016]

1. Kadambur, R., Kotecha, P., "Multi-level production planning in a petrochemical industry using elitist Teaching-Learning-Based-Optimization", Expert Systems with Applications, 42(1), 1, 628-641 [2015]

1. Kotecha P., Diwekar, U., and Cabezas, H., "Model Based Approach to Study the Impact of Biofuels on the Sustainability of an Integrated System", Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 15, 21 [2013]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan, Gudi, R. D., "Efficient Optimization Strategies with Constraint Programming", AIChE Journal, 56(2), 2, 387-404 [2010]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan, Gudi, R. D.,, "Design of Robust, Reliable Sensor Networks using Constraint Programming", Computers & Chemical Engineering, 32(9), 323(9), 2030-2049 [2008]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan, Gudi, R. D., Keshari, M. K., "A Duality based Framework for Integrating Reliability and Precision for Sensor Network Design", Journal of Process Control, 18(2), 18(2), 189-201 [2008]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan, Gudi, R. D., "Constraint Programming based Robust Sensor Network Design.", Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research, 46(18), 18, 5985-5999 [2007]

1. Kommadath, R., Nagraj, M.S., Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "Efficient bounding strategy for CEC 2020 winner algorithms in solving production planning problems", International Conference on Smart Trends in Computing and Communications, SmartCom 2023 - Proceedings, [2023]

1. Kommadath, R., Ramchandani, B., Nagraj, M.S., Kotecha, P., "Performance Evaluation of Recently Proposed Metaheuristics Algorithms on Solving Job Shop Scheduling Problem", International Conference on Automation, Computing and Renewable Systems, ICACRS 2022 - Proceedings, [2022]

2. Kommadath, R., Saini, A.K., Kotecha, P., "Production Planning in Process Industries using CEC 2021 Winning Algorithms", International Conference on Automation, Computing and Renewable Systems, ICACRS 2022 - Proceedings, [2022]

1. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha, P., "Optimization of multi-objective dynamic optimization problems with front-based yin-yang-pair optimization", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 669, 377, 386 [2019]

2. Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Evaluation of teaching learning based optimization with focused learning on expensive optimization problems (CEC2017)", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 669, 435, 445 [2019]

3. Maharana, D., Maheshka, S., Kotecha, P., "Multi-objective league championship algorithms and its applications to optimal control problems", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing`, , 669, 35, 46 [2019]

4. Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Optimization of stirling engine systems using single phase multi-group teaching learning based optimization and genetic algorithm", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 669, 447, 458 [2019]

5. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha, P., "Front-based yin-yang-pair optimization and its performance on CEC2009 benchmark problems", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 669, 387, 397 [2019]

6. Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "Optimization of job shop scheduling problem with grey wolf optimizer and JAYA algorithm", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 47, 58 [2019]

7. Chauhan, S.S., Kotecha, P., "Performance evaluation of grey wolf optimizer and symbiotic organisms search for multi-level production planning with adaptive penalty", Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, , 669, 459, 470 [2019]

1. Maharana, D., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Dynamic Yin-Yang Pair Optimization and its performance on single objective real parameter problems of CEC 2017", 2017 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2017 - Proceedings, , 2390, 2396 [2017]

2. Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Teaching Learning Based Optimization with focused learning and its performance on CEC2017 functions", 2017 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2017 - Proceedings, , 2397, 2403 [2017]

3. Kommadath, R., Dondeti, J., Kotecha, P., "Benchmarking JAYA and sine cosine algorithm on real parameter bound constrained single objective optimization problems (CEC2016)", ACM International Conference Proceeding Series, , F127854, 31, 34 [2017]

4. Kumar, A., Kotecha, P., "Optimal pollution trading using fireworks algorithm and genetic algorithm", ACM International Conference Proceeding Series, , F127854, 35, 39 [2017]

5. Maharana, D., Choudhary, P., Kotecha, P., "Optimization of bio-refineries using genetic algorithm", ACM International Conference Proceeding Series, , F127854, 26, 30 [2017]

6. Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Performance evaluation of Moth Flame Optimization on real parameter single objective optimization and computationally expensive optimization", IEEE Region 10 Annual International Conference, Proceedings/TENCON, , 200, 203 [2017]

7. Chauhan, S.S., Kotecha, P., "Single level production planning in petrochemical industries using Moth-flame optimization", IEEE Region 10 Annual International Conference, Proceedings/TENCON, , 263, 266 [2017]

8. Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "Simultaneous Heat Transfer Search for single objective real-parameter numerical optimization problem", IEEE Region 10 Annual International Conference, Proceedings/TENCON, , 2138, 2141 [2017]

9. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha, P., "Adaptive Yin-Yang-Pair Optimization on CEC 2016 functions", IEEE Region 10 Annual International Conference, Proceedings/TENCON, , 2296, 2299 [2017]

1. Kommadath, R. and P. Kotecha, "Performance Evaluation of Moth Flame Optimization on Real Parameter Single Objective Optimization and Computationally Expensive Optimization", EEE TENCON 2016 Technologies for Smart Nation, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore [2016]

2. Chauhan, S.S. and P. Kotecha, "Single Level Production Planning in Petrochamical Industries using Moth-Flame Optimization", IEEE TENCON 2016 Technologies for Smart Nation, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore [2016]

3. Maharana, D. and P. Kotecha, "Simultaneous Heat Transfer Search for Single Objective Real-Parameter Numerical Optimization Problem", IEEE TENCON 2016 Technologies for Smart Nation, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore [2016]

4. Punnathanam, V. and P. Kotecha, "Adaptive Ying Yang Pair Optimization on CEC 2016 Functions", IEEE TENCON 2016 — Technologies for Smart Nation, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore [2016]

5. Kommadath, R., C. Sivadurgaprasad, and P. Kotecha, "Single Phase Multi-Group Teaching Learning Algorithm for Computationally Expensive Numerical Optimization", IEEE World Congress on Computational Intelligence (IEEE WCCI), Vancouver, Canada [2016]

6. Punnathanam, V., Sivadurgaprasad, C., Kotecha, P., "On the performance of MATLAB's inbuilt genetic algorithm on single and multi-objective unconstrained optimization problems", International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and Optimization Techniques, ICEEOT 2016, , 3976, 3981 [2016]

7. Punnathanam, V., Sivadurgaprasad, C., Kotecha, P., "Multi-objective optimal integration of biorefineries using NSGA-II and MOGWO", International Conference on Electrical, Electronics, and Optimization Techniques, ICEEOT 2016, , 3970, 3975 [2016]

8. Kommadath, R., Sivadurgaprasad, C., Kotecha, P., "Single phase multi-group teaching learning algorithm for single objective real-parameter numerical optimization (CEC2016)", 2016 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2016, , 1165, 1172 [2016]

9. Maharana, D., Kotecha, P., "Simultaneous heat transfer search for computationally expensive numerical optimization", 2016 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2016, , 2982, 2988 [2016]

10. Punnathanam, V., Kotecha, P., "Reduced Yin-Yang-Pair optimization and its performance on the CEC 2016 expensive case", 2016 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2016, , 2996, 3002 [2016]

11. Punnathanam, V., Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Extension and performance evaluation of recent optimization techniques on mixed integer optimization problems", 2016 IEEE Congress on Evolutionary Computation, CEC 2016, , 4390, 4397 [2016]

12. Remya, K., Varun, P., Kotecha, P., "Performance of Particle Swarm Optimization and Pattern Search on CEC 2013 real parameter single objective optimization", 2015 IEEE Workshop on Computational Intelligence: Theories, Applications and Future Directions, WCI 2015, [2016]

1. Chauhan, S., C. Sivadurgaprasad, and P. Kotecha., "Performance of evolutionary algorithms for multi-level production planning", 47th annual convention of (ORSI), Tirupati, India [2014]

1. Tripathi, A., R. Kadmbur, and P. Kotecha, "Multi-Objective Optimization for Production Planning", Petrochemical Industry in Chemcon, Mumbai, India [2013]

2. Kadmbur, R. and Kotecha., P., "Production Planning in a Petrochemical Industry using Elitist Teaching-Learning-Based-Optimization", International Conference on Operations Research for Data Analytics & Decision Analysis (ICORDADA 2013), [2013]

3. Kotecha, P., "A Linear Programming Formulation for the Optimal Selection of Pollution Reduction Technology", 100th Indian Science Congress, Kolkata, India, [2013]

1. Kakati, K.K. and P. Kotecha, "Penalty based Preferential Allotment of Teaching Assistants", International Conference on Optimization, Computing & Business Analytics (ICOCBA 2012), Kolkata, India [2012]

2. Jain, A.J., T. Goel, and P. Kotecha, "Penalty based Constraint Programming approach for NSF Panel-Assignment Problem", International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing (AISC 2012), IIT (BHU) Varanasi, Varnasi, India [2012]

3. Surana, N. and P. Kotecha, "Solution of Multi-objective NSF Panel Assignment Problem Using Simulated Annealing", International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing (AISC 2012), IIT (BHU) Varanasi, Varnasi, India [2012]

4. Prasad, A.S., T. Goel, and P. Kotecha, "Comparative Performance of Constraint Programming Solvers: IBM ILOG CPLEX Optimization Studio and ECLiPsE", International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing (AISC 2012), IIT (BHU) Varanasi, Varnasi, India [2012]

5. Kotecha, P., et al., "Constraint Programming based Input Signal Design for System Identification", 11th International Symposium on Process Systems Engineering (PSE 2012), Singapore [2012]

6. Marodia, A., J. Kumari, and P. Kotecha, "A Mathematical Programming Approach to avoid Hotspots", appropriate Industry Allocation in Chemcon, Jalandhar, India [2012]

7. Goel, T., A. Jain, and P. Kotecha, "Constraint Programming based Approach for the NSF Panel", Assignment Problem in Chemcon, Jalandhar, India [2012]

8. Marodia, A., J. Kumari, and P. Kotecha, "A Mathematical Programming Approach to avoid Hotspots", appropriate Industry Allocation in Chemcon, Jalandhar, India [2012]

9. Kakati, K. and P. Kotecha, "A Mathematical Programming Approach for the allocation of Teaching Assistants", Chemcon, Jalandhar, India [2012]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, U. M., Cabezas, H., "Exploring the sustainability of industrial production and energy generation with a model system", In World Renewable Energy Congress 2011 (WREC 2011), Linkoping, Sweden [2011]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, Cabezas, H., "A System Theory approach to study the Impact of Energy Production and Utilization on the Sustainability of an Ecosystem", International Congress On Sustainability Science and Engineering, Tucson, Arizona [2011]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, U. M., Templeton, J., Cabezas, H., "A Novel Integrated Ecological Model for the study of Sustainability", 9th International Symposium on Dynamics and Control of Process Systems (DYCOPS 2010), Leuven, Belgium [2010]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "A Novel Multi-Objective Formulation for the Design of Robust Sensor Networks", 9th International Symposium on Dynamics and Control of Process Systems (DYCOPS 2010), Leuven, Belgium [2010]

3. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, U. M., Berger. A., Bhown, A., "Performance of Carbon Capture Solvents in an Integrated PC Power Plant", 9th Annual Conference on Carbon Capture & Sequestration, Pennsylvania, USA [2010]

4. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, Bhown, A., "A Comprehensive Comparative Study of Solvents for the Capture of Carbon in a Coal fired Power Plant", AIChE Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah [2010]

5. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, Cabezas, H., "Study of the Impact of Biofuels on the Sustainability an Integrated Ecosystem Model", AIChE Annual Meeting, Salt Lake City, Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah [2010]

6. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, Bhown, A., "Study of Absorption Based Carbon Capture In a Coal Fired Power Plant", AIChE Midwest Regional conference, Chicago, Illinois [2010]

7. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, Cabezas, H., "Sustenance of An Ecosystem Using Biofuels", AIChE Midwest Regional Conference, Chicago, Illinois [2010]

8. Kotecha, P.R., Bhushan, M., Gudi, R.D., "Multi-objective optimization based robust sensor network design", IFAC Proceedings Volumes (IFAC-PapersOnline), , 9, 79, 84 [2010]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Salazar, J., Diwekar, U. M., Zitney, S. E., "Optimal Synthesis of a Pulverized Coal Power Plant with Carbon Capture", AIChE Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, USA [2009]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Diwekar, U. M., Templeton, J., Cabezas, H., "Study of the Sustainability of an Integrated Ecosystem with Energy Considerations", AIChE Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, USA [2009]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Kapadi, M. D., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Multi-objective optimization issues in short-term batch scheduling", 17th IFAC World Congress, Paper ID-4168, Seoul, Korea [2008]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Unified approach for the design of robust reliable and precision sensor networks,", FOCAPO, Massachusetts, USA, 323, 326 [2008]

3. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., " Applications of Constraint Programming in Process Systems Engineering", ICETAETS, Gujarat, India, 1(194), 194, 1094, 1099 [2008]

4. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Comparison of Mathematical Programming and Constraint Programming for the Design of Sensor Networks", ICETAETS, Gujarat, India, 2(72), 72, 1495, 1500 [2008]

5. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "An Unified Approach for the Design of Reliable and Precise Sensor Networks", ICETAETS, Gujarat, India., 1(52), 52, 274, 278 [2008]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Constraint Programming based Multi-Objective Sensor Network Design for Fault Diagnosis", ESCAPE, Romania, Published in Computer Aided Chemical Engineering, 24, 2007, 745, 750 [2007]

2. Kotecha, P. R., Kapadi, M. D., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "On the Determination of Multiple solutions for Batch Scheduling using Constraint Programming", AICHE Annual Meeting , Utah, USA [2007]

3. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Efficient Generation of Globally Optimal Pareto-Fronts using Constraint Programming", AIChE Annual Meeting, Utah, USA [2007]

4. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "On the Duality between Reliability and Precision for Sensor Network Design", International Conference on Computational, Mathematical and Statistical Methods, Chennai, India [2007]

1. Kotecha, P. R., and Gudi, R. D, "Constraint Logic Programming for Non Convex NLP and MINLP Problems", IFAC-ADCHEM, Brazil [2006]

1. Kotecha, R. R., Vasu Gollangi, "An Experimental Correlation for heat transfer coefficient in Helical Coils", IIChE-CHEMCON-2003, India National Conference [2003]

1. Kotecha, P. R., Mani Bhushan and Gudi, R. D., "Constraint Programming and Genetic Algorithm", Stochastic Global Optimization: Techniques and Applications in Chemical Engineering, G.P. Rangaiah World Scientific, 978-981-4299-20-6 (2010)

2. Kotecha, P., Bhushan, M., Gudi, R., Narasimhan, S., Rengaswamy, R., "Constraint Programming based Input Signal Design for System Identification", Computer Aided Chemical Engineering, Elsevier , 31, 9780444595058 (2012)

3. Kommadath, R., Kotecha, P., "Scheduling of Jobs on Dissimilar Parallel Machine Using Computational Intelligence Algorithms", Modeling and Optimization in Science and Technologies, Springer Cham , 16, 978-3-030-26458-1 (2020)

4. Chauhan, S.S., Kotecha, P., "Single-Level Production Planning in Petrochemical Industries Using Novel Computational Intelligence Algorithms", Modeling and Optimization in Science and Technologies, Springer Cham , 16, 978-3-030-26458-1 (2020)