Professor K.C. Patra was a distinguished academic in the Department of Civil Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, Orissa. His academic expertise is further evidenced by his other publication, "Engineering Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines," which is also used as a textbook for undergraduate engineering students. Professor Patra's academic email address ( prof_kcpatra@yahoo.com ) has been publicly listed in directories associated with NIT Rourkela.
The search for will likely continue for another decade. Why? Because K.C. Patra built a bridge between the complex fluid dynamics of open channels and the practical realities of Indian irrigation and flood management. His work demystifies the unit hydrograph, rationalizes the rational formula, and most importantly, shows students how to solve problems on paper—a skill still tested in every competitive engineering exam.
Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering by K.C. Patra Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering
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Hydrology is the scientific study of the distribution, movement, and quality of water on Earth's surface and below. It encompasses various aspects, including:
