Mr. Anil Subhashchandra Khopkar is a distinguished researcher and technologist in the field of High Voltage Engineering and Diagnostics of Electrical Equipment. Over the course of his career, he has specialized in transformers, overvoltage and lightning protection, and advanced testing methodologies for electrical equipment. His expertise has been instrumental in developing state-of-the-art high voltage testing facilities and calibration services, serving both national and international industries.
As a senior professional associated with the Electrical Research and Development Association (ERDA), India, Mr. Khopkar has dedicated his career to strengthening the nation’s electrical testing and certification infrastructure. He has also contributed as a Technical Assessor and Lead Assessor on behalf of NABL, ensuring adherence to ISO 17025:2017 standards.
Research Interests
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Transformers
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Diagnostics of Electrical Equipment
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High Voltage Engineering
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Overvoltage and Lightning Protection
Major Professional Achievements
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Pioneering High Voltage Calibration Facilities: Developed unique on-site calibration services for impulse voltage, HVAC, and HVDC, benefiting industries in India and abroad.
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Laboratory Development at ERDA: Designed and modernized multiple high voltage test and partial discharge laboratories up to 400 kV, aligned with national and international standards.
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Advanced Infrastructure Creation: Prepared project reports for 765 kV class products and 245 kV class surge arresters, strengthening India’s high-voltage testing capacity.
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Innovative Testing Facilities: Established facilities for polymer insulators, zinc oxide elements, and ageing tests as per IEC standards, enabling world-class reliability assessments.
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Industry-Oriented Services: Developed site laboratories for utilities to test cables, conductors, transformers, and insulators at medium voltage levels.
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Standardization & Accreditation: Played a leading role in securing NABL accreditation for ERDA’s testing facilities, ensuring compliance with global norms.
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ERP Implementation Leadership: Worked as Module Leader for in-house testing modules, integrating technology with organizational efficiency.
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Failure Analysis Expertise: Conducted extensive failure analysis of CTs, PTs, transformers, motors, bushings, and cables, contributing to preventive and corrective strategies in industry.
Awards & Recognition
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CII Industrial Innovation Award – Top 5 Innovative Institutes in India.
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Excellence in Electrical Research, Testing & Certification Services Award from Electrical Mirror.
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Lifetime Achievement in Energy Sector (EPS Energy Award) for outstanding contributions to India’s power sector.
Publications
Mr. Khopkar has authored and co-authored 37 research publications, contributing significantly to the academic and industrial knowledge base of high-voltage engineering and testing practices.
Eligibility for Nobel Research Award
Given his pioneering contributions to electrical engineering research, diagnostics, and testing infrastructure, as well as his transformative impact on India’s power sector, Mr. Anil Subhashchandra Khopkar stands out as an eminent figure in applied scientific research.
His work has advanced global standards, supported international industries, and enhanced safety and reliability in electrical networks. These achievements place him in strong consideration for prestigious global honors such as the Nobel Research Award in Scientific Laurels and other international lifetime achievement awards in engineering and applied sciences.