17 February, 2026

An expert talk on “Design of Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers: A MATLAB-Based Approach” was conducted by the Chemical Engineering Department. The talk aimed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the design methodology of shell-and-tube heat exchangers using MATLAB as a modern computational tool. The session emphasized the integration of theoretical heat transfer concepts with simulation and programming techniques for efficient and accurate equipment design. Students gained valuable insights into key design parameters, performance analysis, and the practical application of MATLAB in solving real-world thermal engineering problems, thereby enhancing their analytical and problem-solving skills relevant to process industries.

 Key Features:

• Organizing Department : Chemical Engineering
• Expert Name : Dr. Satish Shah, retired professor from L. D. College of Engineering
• Duration : 17th  February 2026 (03:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
• Venue : H-202/3, Chemical engineering Department, VGEC
• No. of Participants: 72
• Event Coordinator : Dr. Hiral Pandya and Dr. Sonal Bhagat, 

Discussion Points

• Overview of shell-and-tube heat exchangers and their significance in chemical and process industries
• Review of fundamental heat transfer concepts relevant to heat exchanger design
• Key design parameters including heat duty, LMTD, overall heat transfer coefficient, and fouling factors
• Methodology for selection of tube size, tube layout, shell diameter, and number of tubes
• Step-by-step design calculations and assumptions involved in heat exchanger design
• Role of MATLAB in simplifying complex and iterative design calculations
• Demonstration of MATLAB coding for heat exchanger design and performance evaluation
• Industrial relevance of simulation tools in improving design accuracy and reducing calculation time

Words from the Expert:

“A heat exchanger is more than equipment; it is a perfect example of how engineering science meets computational intelligence. Mastering MATLAB empowers students to design with precision and confidence”