The Lithuanian Academy of Sciences (LMA) organizes an annual competition for Young Scientists and PhD Students’ Research Papers to encourage the scientific activities of young researchers. The 2024 awards were given to several promising scientists from various Lithuanian universities and research centers, including Dr. Mykola Karpenko from VILNIUS TECH. He was honored for his research titled "Research on dynamic and hydrodynamic processes in transport machinery systems" in the Engineering Sciences section. This is the first such achievement at the Faculty of Transportation Engineering.

Dr. Mykola Karpenko analyzed ways to reduce vibrations and noise in vehicles in his research in the field of mechanics and transportation engineering, thus improving energy efficiency and transport safety.

One of the main areas of his research is the dynamics of hydraulic drives in civilian and military vehicles. He investigated how to reduce fluid flow fluctuations and pressure changes that can lead to reduced energy efficiency. These insights are especially significant in the context of the European Commission’s "Transport 2050" initiative, which aims to create more sustainable and efficient transport technologies.

Additionally, Dr. Karpenko studied how composite materials could improve the structures of transport vehicles (cars, airplanes, drones) to reduce weight, increase strength, improve flight stability, and enhance tire grip on road surfaces. He also analyzed vibrations in drones and sought ways to reduce them for smoother and safer operation.

Another important aspect of his research is road safety in everyday traffic. Dr. Karpenko studied how vehicle tires respond to different road surfaces and examined the impact of electric scooters, bicycles, and other micro-mobility devices on the infrastructure of the city of Vilnius.

The results of these studies contribute to the creation of safer and more sustainable transport systems. "I hope that the insights from these studies will help assess and optimize road infrastructure to meet the growing micro-mobility needs while ensuring driver safety and comfort," says Dr. Karpenko.

Dr. Karpenko is pleased with this recognition and hopes that the results of his research will contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation systems.

"The LMA award is like confirmation that I am on the right path in my scientific journey," says Dr. Karpenko.

He also expresses his gratitude to the VILNIUS TECH Faculty of Transportation Engineering for their support and for providing him the opportunity to implement his scientific ideas.

According to the head of the department, Prof. habil. Dr. Marijonas Bogdevičius, Dr. Karpenko’s scientific research and his active collaboration with international scientists enhance the significance of transportation engineering research both in Lithuania and the European Union, addressing relevant scientific problems.

We congratulate Dr. Mykola Karpenko on receiving this significant award and wish him continued success in his future scientific research!