Guru Kumar Gangavarapu
About Guru Kumar Gangavarapu
Guru Kumar Gangavarapu is a Senior Engineer at QuEST Global in Bangalore, specializing in power converters, electric vehicles, and wind turbine R&D.
Current Position at QuEST Global
Guru Kumar Gangavarapu is currently a Senior Engineer at QuEST Global in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India. He began his role in May 2021. In this position, he is involved in research and development, specifically focusing on wind turbines. His responsibilities include the design, control, development, and testing of various power converters. Additionally, he contributes his expertise in electric vehicles (EVs) and EV chargers to the company's projects.
Previous Role at SRM University
Before joining QuEST Global, Guru Kumar Gangavarapu worked as an Assistant Professor at SRM University in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He held this position from 2020 to 2021, for a duration of seven months. During his tenure, he was responsible for teaching and guiding students in the field of engineering, leveraging his extensive knowledge in electrical engineering and power electronics.
PhD and Master’s Degree from National Institute of Technology Calicut
Guru Kumar Gangavarapu earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Power Electronics, focusing on DC/DC power converters, from the National Institute of Technology Calicut. He pursued his PhD from 2016 to 2020. Prior to his PhD, he also achieved a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the same institution, completing his studies from 2014 to 2016. His academic background has provided him with a solid foundation in electrical engineering and advanced power electronics.
Bachelor’s Degree from Narasaraopeta Engineering College
Guru Kumar Gangavarapu completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Narasaraopeta Engineering College. He pursued his undergraduate studies from 2009 to 2013. This foundational education set the stage for his subsequent advanced studies and specialized expertise in power electronics and electrical engineering.
Specialization in Power Converters and Electric Vehicles
Guru Kumar Gangavarapu specializes in the design, control, development, and testing of power converters. His expertise extends to electric vehicles (EV) and EV chargers. He is also experienced in using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Rapid Control Prototyping (RCP) methodologies. These skills make him a valuable asset in the areas of power electronics and renewable energy technologies.