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ASSESSMENT YEAR : (2019- 2000)
STTPS (SHORT TERM TRAINING PROGRAMMES)/SCHOOLS
· Dr. Mruthyunjaya Swamy K B and Dr. Pramod K, TEQIP-III sponsored Five days short term technical programme at Government college of Engineering, Jhalawar, Rajasthan, 11-15 Feb 2020, 5 days.
CONFERENCES
· Prof. G. C. Mohan Kumar; Joint Secretaries: Design Engg : Dr. S. M. Murigendrappa and Dr. Subhashchandra Kattimani; Materials Engg : Dr. P. Jeyaraj and Dr. M. R. Ramesh; Manufacturing : Dr. M.R. Doddamani and Dr. Sharnappa Joladarashi; Second International Conference on Design, Materials & Manufacture (ICDEM 2019), NITK-Surathkal, 6-8 Dec 2019, 3 Days.
WORKSHOPS:
· Dr. N. Gnanasekaran, National Workshop on Intelligent Optimization Techniques for Engineering Problems, NITK, Aug 19-21, 3 Days.
· Dr. K V Gangadharan and Pruthviraj U, Virtual Lab Workshops at different institutions all the over India, 01Apr2019 to 30Mar2020, 1day each for total of 52 days.
FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
· Dr. N. Gnanasekharan, Dr. Srikanth Bontha, Dr. Sudhakar Jambagi, Dr. Somasekhara Rao Todeti, Frontiers in Design, Manufacturing and Energy Sustainability, NITK, September 3-7, 2018TEQIP-III
GIAN COURSE
· Dr. Subhaschandra Kattimani & Prof. S.M. Murigendrappa, Aeroelasticity-Fundamentals and Topics on Nonlinear Problems by Dr. Flavio D. Marques, USP Brazil, NITK, 12th - 16th , Nov 2018
· Dr. Mrityunjay Doddamani, Dr. P. Jeyaraj, Dynamic response of advanced composites, NITK, 10-14, December 2018
ASSESSMENT YEAR : (2000- 2021)
STTPS (SHORT TERM TRAINING PROGRAMMES)/SCHOOLS
· Dr. Mruthyunjaya Swamy K B and Dr. Pramod K, TEQIP-III sponsored Five days short term technical programme at Government college of Engineering, Jhalawar, Rajasthan, 11-15 Feb 2020, 5 days.
SEMINARS
· Dr. Hemantha Kumar; Co-ordinator: One day webinar on Rheology with MRD attachment; 12th October 2020 between 2-5pm; Sponsored by the Central Research Facility, National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal and Anton Paar Ltd; Resource Person: Dipankar Das and Vijay Saradhi.
WORKSHOPS:
· Dr. Ramesh M R, Dr. Sharnappa Joladarashi and Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu, Five-day National E-Workshop on “Design & Manufacturing of Advanced Materials (DMAM-2021), TEQIP-III, NITK Surathkal, 15th February 2021 to 19th February 2021, 5 days.
· Dr. P Jeyaraj, Dr. J Sharnappa and Dr. S C Kattimani, Five-day workshop on “Advances in Computational Methods for Engineering Applications”, TEQIP-III, NITK Surathkal, 01-05 Feb 2021, 5 days.
FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
· Dr. Arumuga Perumal D, Dr. N. Gnanasekaran, Five-day Training Program on 'Essentials of Salient Subjects in Thermal Engineering, 15-19 March 2021, TEQIP-III, NITK Surathkal.
· Dr. Kumar G N, Dr. H Shivananda Nayaka, Finishing School programme, February, 15, to March 21, 2021, TEQIP-III, NITK Surathkal.
· Dr. Khyati Verma, Dr. P S Suvin, 5 Days training programme on “Fundamentals of the core subjects in Mechanical Engineering”, February 8th to 12th, 2021, TEQIP-III, NITK Surathkal.
ASSESSMENT YEAR : (2021- 2022)
WORKSHOPS:
· Dr. Jitendra Kumar Katiyar, Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu, Dr. P S Suvin, Dr. Anuj Kumar Sharma, Dr. Mir Irfan Ul Haq, Dr. Ankush Raina, Prof. TVVLN Rao and Dr. Mohd Ali Ahmad, International Tribology Research Symposium 2021 (ITRS 2021), December 8-10, 2021, Apar Industries, Mumbai, DUCOM, Shreenath Engineering Industries and Biovis, Resource persons from industry, academics and Research laboratories.
· Dr. A. Sathyabhama, Experimental and Numerical Approaches to Two-Phase Heat Transfer, 27th to 31 December 2021, Self financed course as per institute norms.
· Dr. Mrityunjay Doddamani, One Day Indo-US SPARC Workshop (ONLINE) on Additive Manufacturing: Materials and Applications, February 7, 2022, SPARC, MoE.
· Sudhakar C.Jambagi, Dr. Srikanth Bontha, Dr. Gnanasekaran, Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu and Dr. Sumanth Govindarajan, Recent Advances In Manufacturing Processes For
Industrial Applications, Sponsored by DST/SERB 21-25th Feb, 2022 (5 Days).
· Dr. N. Gnanasekaran, Dr. Kumar G N, Dr. Sudhakar C Jambagi, Dr. Arumuga Perumal D and Dr. Parthasarathy S, Recent Advancements in Modeling and Analysis of Porous Materials RAMAPM-2022, Sponsored by DST/SERB, Feb 28th- March 4th, 2022 (5 days).
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Annual Report (2024- 2025)
● Dr Arumuga Perumal is proposing a novel design of a Mini channel using machine learning applications in CFD in collaboration with IIT Tirupati.
● Dr Abhilash Singh is trying to develop a helmet testing facility for the design of helmets to mitigate head injuries.
● Dr Mervin Joe Thomas and Prof. Gangadharan are working on developing wing-in-ground-effect sea planes for faster and effective mobility.
● Dr Sudhakar Jambagi is proposing Tribocorrosion studies over burdened materials in collaboration with Coal India Ltd. 4
● Dr. Saurabh Chandraker is proposing sustainable solutions through the development of 3d 3d-printed polymers lab in collaboration with Incube R&D consultancy & Carbon Light.
● Dr Ranjeet Kumar Sahu is proposing bio-inspired and biomimetic nanomaterials research through the Smart Material Synthesis lab in collaboration with the Centre for Nanoscience & Nanotechnology, Panjab University.
● Dr Srikanth Bonta, focusing on the Processing of Intermetallic Materials using Metal Additive Manufacturing and using an Optical microscope in collaboration with CSIR - Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI), Kolkata, ARCI Hyderabad, GTRE Bangalore.
● Dr P S Suvin is focusing on the study of Hybridnano Lubricants in collaboration with IIT Madras and IISc.
● Dr Vasudeva M looks forward to developing an AI/ML-based disease detection system using the Liquid Calibration System for PTRTOFMS, BET Analyser, and NASE in collaboration with ICMR/NITTE University.
● Dr Vasudeva M looks forward to developing a Detection of Emissions from the Combustion of Briquettes made from various types of feedstocks with FID and Gas Sampling Valve for 2D GC in collaboration with CPRI and Industry.
● Dr Vasudeva M proposes to develop a hydrogen generation and utilisation facility using Miro GC for the Hydrogen Measurement System in collaboration with Petronet.
● Dr Vasudeva M proposes the design and development of a biogas upgradation system in collaboration with Tecnimont Pvt Limited.
PAPERS PUBLISHED IN REFEREED JOURNALS
● Singh, R. K., Verma, K., Kumar, G. C. M., & Jalageri, M. B. (2024). “Potential of Graphene-Functionalized Polymer Surfaces for Dental Applications: A Systematic Review”, Journal of Biomaterials Science, Polymer Edition, 36(2), 191–211. https://doi.org/10.1080/09205063.2024.2396224
● Dhere, S., Gupta, S., Kumar, G., and Reddy, V., "Technical Study for the Development of Air Brake Compressor in Electric Commercial Vehicles," Commercial Vehicles https://doi.org/10.4271/02-17-02-0013. 17(2):213-220, 2024,
● Santosh Kumar B Y, Arun M. Isloor, G. C. Mohan Kumar, Srirangam Prashanth, and Anoop Penupolu, ”Enhanced Cartilage Regeneration: Chemical, Mechanical, and In Vitro Analysis of Innovative TiO2-Reinforced PVA Implants”, ACS Omega 2025 10 (8), 7672-7682, DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c07029
● Rajput, A. S., Das, M., & Kapil, S. (2025). “Machine-learning-based optimisation of the hybrid electrochemical magnetorheological finishing process to achieve 5 nano finishing on additively manufactured biomaterial. Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies”, 1–20. https://doi.org/10.1080/2374068X.2025.2474327
● Angshuman Hazoary, Manish Panwar, Atul Singh Rajput, Sajan Kapil, “Solar-Driven additive Manufacturing: Design and development of a novel sustainable fabrication process”, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2025.113387 Solar Energy, 2025, ● Chandra Prakash Singh, Vikas Tiwari, Ashwani Kumar, Sajan Kapil, Sudhanshu Shekhar Singh, Atul Singh Rajput, “Interrupted metal deposition wire arc additive manufacturing to fabricate objects with trailered microstructures”, Materials Letters, 2025, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2025.138297
● Thomas, M.J., Mohan, S. “Academic Insights and Future Prospects of Soft Robotics: Architecture, Material, Control and Application”. Journal Indian Institute of Science (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41745-025-00461-z
● Sasithradevi, A., Challa, R.T., Saketh, S. et al. “Deep dual domain joint discriminant feature framework for emotion-based music player”. Int J Syst Assur Eng Manag 15, 3854–3868 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13198-024-02382-z
● Sasithra, A., Arumuga Perumal, D*., Persiya, J, “Infrared Perspectives: Computing laptop energy dissipation via thermal imaging and the Stefan-Boltzmann equation”, Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, 2024, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tsep.2024.102742
● D. Shankar, S. C. Jambagi, N. Gowda, K. S. Lakshmi, K. J. Jayanthi, and V. K. Chaudhary, “Effect of Surface Chemistry on Hemolysis, Thrombogenicity, and Toxicity of Carbon Nanotube Doped Thermally Sprayed Hydroxyapatite Implants,” ACS Biomaterials Science and Engineering, vol. 10, no. 3, pp. 1403–1417, 2024, doi: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c00912.
● D. Shankar, K. Jayaganesh, N. Gowda, K. S. Lakshmi, K. J. Jayanthi, and S. C. Jambagi, “Thermal spray processes influencing surface chemistry and in-vitro hemocompatibility of hydroxyapatite-based orthopaedic implants,” Biomaterials Advances, vol. 158, no. 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.213791. July 2023, p. 213791, 2024, doi:
● N. Chavana, A. Anil, and S. C. Jambagi, “An investigation of slurry erosion behaviour in plasma-sprayed carbon nanotube-reinforced fly ash/alumina coatings using experimental analysis and artificial neural computing for marine and offshore applications,” Tribology International, vol. 196, no. April, p. 109733, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.triboint.2024.109733.
● D. Shankar and S. C. Jambagi, “Improvements in bioactivity, blood compatibility, and wear resistance of thermally sprayed carbon nanotube reinforced hydroxyapatite-based orthopaedic implants,” Tribology International, vol. 197, no. April, p. 109809, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.triboint.2024.109809. 6
● N. Chavana and S. C. Jambagi, “An effective utilisation of raw fly ash obtained from thermal power plants using thermal spray technique to improve corrosion resistance for marine applications,” Materials Chemistry and Physics, vol. 324, no. July, p. 129688, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.matchemphys.2024.129688.
● V. R. Malik, P. A. Bajakke, S. C. Jambagi, V. Bhajantri, and A. S. Deshpande, “Comparative analysis of flipped and overlapped microwave sintered plus friction stir processed in-situ Al-Cu composites,” Emergent Materials, pp. 3091–3107, 2024, doi: 10.1007/s42247-024-00781-3.
● P. A. Bajakke, V. R. Malik, S. C. Jambagi, V. Bhajantri, and A. S. Deshpande, “Unidirectional flipped multiple-pass friction stir process: an innovative step in the fabrication of in situ Al-Cu composites,” International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, vol. 134, no. 3–4, pp. 1767–1787, 2024, doi: 10.1007/s00170-024-14248-6.
● R. Chandrakar, S. Chandraker, A. Kumar, and A. Jaiswal, “Effect of metalloid element on the microstructural and mechanical properties of AlCoCrCuFeNi high-entropy alloys,” Materials Technology, vol. 39, no. 1, 2024, doi: 10.1080/10667857.2024.2417295.
● R. Chandrakar, S. Chandraker, A. Kumar, and A. Jaiswal, “Investigation of phase transformation and mechanical properties of silicon addition on AlCrFeMnNi high entropy alloys,” Materials Research Express, vol. 11, no. 11, 2024, doi: 10.1088/2053-1591/ad8e32.
● J. Joseph, S. Sridhar, S. A., and J. Radhakrishnan, “Analysing dynamic stall on tubercle mounted VAWT blades: A simplistic experimental approach using an oscillating rig,” Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, vol. 71, no. August, p. 103962, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.seta.2024.103962.
● G. Kolapkar and A. Sathyabhama, “Effect of salt on the performance of ammonia absorption refrigeration cycle: A simulation study,” International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer, vol. 157, no. June, p. 107730, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.icheatmasstransfer.2024.107730.
● A. V. V. R. P. Yandapalli, S. A., S. Kuravi, and K. Kota, “Liquid-infused surfaces for mitigation of corrosion and inorganic scaling,” Materials Today Communications, vol. 39, 10.1016/j.mtcomm.2024.108865. no. April, p. 108865, 2024, doi:
● A. Korgal, A. K. Shettigar, N. K. P, N. Kumar, and B. M. J, “Electro-discharge machining of microholes on 3d printed Hastelloy using the novel tool-feeding approach,” International Journal of Lightweight Materials and Manufacture, vol. 8, no. 2, pp. 157–164, 2025, doi: 10.1016/j.ijlmm.2024.10.005.
● K. Adiga, M. A. Herbert, S. S. Rao, and A. K. Shettigar, “Optimisation of process parameters for friction stir processing (FSP) of AA8090/boron carbide surface 7 composites,” Welding in the World, vol. 68, no. 10, pp. 2683–2700, 2024, doi: 10.1007/s40194-024-01811-8.
● S. Raghuram, O. N. Ramesh; “Bursting phenomenon in turbulent wall-bounded flows. Physics of Fluids”, 1 February 2025; 37 (2): 025120. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0235173
● B. Singha, D. L. Kamble, R. Kumar Sahu, S. Narendranath, and R. I. Badiger, “Optimisation of measured mechanical characteristics of selective microwave hybrid heating processed Inconel 625/ SS 304 weldments using multi-objective JAYA algorithm coupled with multi-attributes decision making R-method,” Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation, vol. 240, no. July 2024, 2025, doi: 10.1016/j.measurement.2024.115553.
● V. Balaji, R. K. Sahu, and S. Narendranath, “Process parametric and performance characteristics study of WED machined Ni-Ti-Hf high-temperature shape memory alloys: an experimental and artificial intelligence approach,” Smart Materials and Structures, vol. 34, no. 3, 2025, doi: 10.1088/1361-665X/adbac9.
● D. L. Kamble, R. K. Sahu, N. S, and R. I. Badiger, “Influence of Microwave Power and EWAC-1004EN Filler Size on Characteristics of Inconel 625 and SS 304 Weldments Produced Using Microwave Irradiation Hybrid Joining System,” Arabian Journal for 10.1007/s13369-025-10085-1. Science and Engineering, 2025, doi:
● V. Veeranaath, R. K. Sahu, and I. M. Priya, “Experimental and computational studies on characteristics of indigenously produced novel Aegle marmelos micro polymer reinforced aluminium composites using powder metallurgy,” Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology, vol. 39, no. 2, pp. 587–610, 2025, doi: 10.1007/s12206-025-0108-6.
● M. I. Reddy, P. Sethuramalingam, and R. K. Sahu, “Comprehensive Characterisation of Novel Jute Fabrics with Musa Paradisiaca Leaf Agro-Waste Based Micro Cellulosic Fillers Reinforced Epoxy Composites For Lightweight Applications,” Fibres and Polymers, vol. 26, no. 4, pp. 1691–1703, 2025, doi: 10.1007/s12221-025-00886-4.
● M. I. Reddy, P. Sethuramalingam, R. K. Sahu, and K. S. Rama Raju, “Jute/basalt fabrics in microcellulosic-filled epoxy composites for lightweight applications,” Materials Chemistry and Physics, vol. 323, no. March, p. 129640, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.matchemphys.2024.129640.
● V. Veeranaath, R. K. Sahu, and I. M. Priya, “Influence of Process Parameters and its Optimisation on Wear Behaviour of an Exceptional Aegle Marmelos Polymer/Aluminium Composite,” Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance, vol. 33, 10.1007/s11665-024-10255-6. no. 23, pp. 13596–13617, 2024, doi: 8
● V. Veeranaath, R. K. Sahu, and I. M. Priya, “Influence of In-house Synthesised Micro-Aegle Marmelos Polymer Concentration on Physico-Mechanical Properties of Aluminium-Based Composites,” Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, vol. 50, no. 4, pp. 2301–2319, 2024, doi: 10.1007/s13369-024-09072-9.
● Reddy, M.I., Sethuramalingam, P. & Sahu, R.K. Isolation of microcrystalline cellulose from Musa paradisiaca (banana) plant leaves: physicochemical, thermal, morphological, and mechanical characterisation for lightweight polymer composite applications. J Polym https://doi.org/10.1007/s10965-024-03969-7 Res 31, 114 (2024).
● Kamble, D.L., Sahu, R.K. & Narendranath, S. Characterisation of Inconel 625-SS 304 Weldments Developed by Selective Microwave Hybrid Joining Technique for Promising Applications. J. of Materi Eng and Perform 33, 6693–6705 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-023-08390-7
● A. K. Praharaj, S. Bontha, V. K. Balla, S. K. Chakrapani, and P. S. Suvin, “Investigation on high-temperature tribological performance of laser directed energy deposited Inconel 625 for aerospace applications,” Tribology International, vol. 202, no. September 10.1016/j.triboint.2024.110388. 2024, p. 110388, 2025, doi:
● S. S. Urs, R. S. Thanumoorthy, I. Ashwith Babu, M. Doddamani, S. Bontha, and A. S. S. Balan, “Effect of age hardening precipitates on the corrosion performance of laser Powder-Directed energy deposited CuNi2SiCr,” Materials Letters, vol. 377, no. September, p. 137502, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.matlet.2024.137502.
● S. Sharma, R. S. Thanumoorthy, S. Bontha, and A. S. S. Balan, “Copper-graphene nanocomposite fabrication through LP-DED process: Powder preparation, characterisation and printability studies,” Journal of Manufacturing Processes, vol. 131, no. September, pp. 707–723, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.jmapro.2024.09.069.
● Balla, S.K., Mallaiah, M., Nagamuthu, S. et al. The influence of laser direct energy deposition processing parameters on Al7075 alloy and Zr-modified Al7075 alloy. Int J Adv Manuf Technol 135, 181–201 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00170-024-14503-w
● Mohanraj, Thanumoorthy, R.S., Sekar, P. et al. Surface Characteristics of Low Plasticity Burnished Laser Directed Energy Deposition Alloy IN718. Trans Indian Inst Met 77, 4053–4065 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12666-024-03462-1
● R. S. Thanumoorthy, S. S. Urs, S. Bontha, and A. S. S. Balan, “Thermal life assessment of laser powder-directed energy deposited NiCrAlY/CuCrZr bimetallic clad for rocket nozzle applications,” Surface and Coatings Technology, vol. 494, no. P3, p. 131532, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.surfcoat.2024.131532.
● A. Gonnabattula, R. S. Thanumoorthy, S. Bontha, A. S. S. Balan, V. A. Kumar, and A. K. Kanjarla, “Process parameter optimisation for laser directed energy deposition (LDED) of Ti6Al4V using single-track experiments with small laser 9 spot size,” Optics and Laser Technology, vol. 175, no. February 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.optlastec.2024.110861.
● Suman, S.K., Verma, K. A novel mechanism to support the sit-to-stand and squat-to-stand physical training for rehabilitation purposes. Discov Appl Sci 7, 351 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-06749-0
● Shashiraj, J. Pitchaimani, and S. Kattimani, “Non-linear transient vibration response of graphene origami enhanced metamaterial beams under spatially-varying temperature distributions,” Structures, vol. 73, no. January, p. 108295, 2025, doi: 10.1016/j.istruc.2025.108295.
● Sharath B, Mahesh V, Mahesh V, Kattimani S, Harursampath D. Tribological performance and 3-D surface characterisation of age-hardened Al2090-based ceramic composites. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L. 2025;0(0). doi:10.1177/14644207251315872
● Y. Aher, V. Mahesh, A. Joseph, V. Mahesh, S. Kattimani, and D. Harursampath, “Machine learning enhanced multi-scale dynamic viscoelastic analysis of 3-D printable PETG nanocomposite filaments: Leveraging FFT-based mesh-free computational homogenization for complex microstructures,” Physica B: Condensed Matter, vol. 701, no. January, p. 416965, 2025, doi: 10.1016/j.physb.2025.416965.
● B N S, Mahesh V, Mahesh V, Kattimani S, Harursampath D. On enhancing the high-temperature wear behaviour of Al2090-based hybrid composites using tertiary ceramic particles. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L. 2024;0(0). doi:10.1177/14644207241304279
● Shada, S. K., Kattimani, S., & M. R., R. (2024). Active layer damping of bi-directionally tapered functionally graded sandwich plates with 1-3 piezoelectric composites. Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, 31(28), 10523–10542. https://doi.org/10.1080/15376494.2024.2343033
● S. Senthil Murugan, M. Vishnoi, S. Kattimani, and T. G. Mamatha, “Multi-Response Optimisation in AA6063/SS304 Bimetalic Friction Welding using Taguchi Grey Relational Analysis”, Annals of “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati. Fascicle XII, Welding Equipment and Technology, vol. 35, pp. 67-78, Dec. 2024.
● Murugan, S.S., Sathiya, P. & Kattimani, S. Impact Energy Estimation of AISI304L/AA6063 Alloys Dissimilar Friction Welds Influenced by Various New Faying Surfaces: A Comparative Study. J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. D (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40033-024-00823-4
● Shashiraj, Pitchaimani, J., & Kattimani, S. (2024). Nonlinear buckling and free vibration analysis of auxetic graphene origami composite beams under nonuniform thermal environment. Mechanics-Based Design of Structures and Machines, 53(4), 2870–2901. https://doi.org/10.1080/15397734.2024.2415484 10
● P. Padavu, P. K. Koorata, S. Kattimani, and D. N. Gaonkar, “Performance enhancement in polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cell with flow traps and field gradients: A Numerical Study,” International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, vol. 84, no. June, pp. 435–446, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2024.08.149.
● Murugan, S.S., Shankar, E., Kattimani, S. et al. Analysis of 3D-Printed Nylon/PETG Hybrid Polymer Laminate Plate for Wind Turbine Nacelle Application. Natl. Acad. Sci. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40009-024-01422-3 Lett. 48, 33–38 (2025).
● SENTHIL MURUGAN, S., GIRISANKAR, S., DEVANATHAN, C. et al. Analysis of UNS S31603 ferrous joint made by rotary friction welding. Sādhanā 49, 146 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12046-024-02514-y
● Gavina C, Hemalatha K, Ranganath K, Rajanna S, Shivananda Nayaka H. Tool health monitoring in lathe turning process by artificial intelligence techniques — a review. Concurrent Engineering. 2024;0(0). doi:10.1177/1063293X241307456
● V. K. S. Chauhan and P. K. Koorata, “Multidimensional Investigation of Thermal Behaviour of High-Power Electric Vehicle Motor During on-Road Driving Conditions Through Electromagnetic, Thermal, and Drive Cycle Analysis,” Computational Thermal Sciences, vol. 16, no. 5, pp. 43–66, 2024, doi: 10.1615/ComputThermalScien.2024051735.
● U. Shinde, P. K. Koorata, and P. Padavu, “Numerical investigation on the effects of inhomogeneous gas diffusion layer and impact of interfacial contact resistance on the performance of polymer electrolyte fuel cells,” International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, vol. 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2023.07.309. 51, pp. 1497–1511, 2024, doi:
● Kausthubharam, P. K. Koorata, S. Panchal, R. Fraser, and M. Fowler, “Investigation of the thermal performance of biomimetic minichannel-based liquid-cooled large format pouch battery pack,” Journal of Energy Storage, vol. 84, no. PB, p. 110928, 2024, doi: 10.1016/j.est.2024.110928.
● V. Kumar, P. K. Koorata, J. Appl. Polym. Sci. 2024, 141(17), e55292. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.55292
● J. ANTONY and R. MANIYERI, “SIMULATION OF RBC DYNAMICS IN OSCILLATORY FLOW USING SMOOTHED PARTICLE HYDRODYNAMICS,” Journal of Mechanics in Medicine and Biology, vol. 25, no. 01, p. 2450029, Jun. 2024, doi: 10.1142/S0219519424500295.
● Neeraj, M. P., & Maniyeri, R. (2024). Inertial migration and control force in pulsatile flow- a computational study. Indian Chemical Engineer, 66(3), 234–250. https://doi.org/10.1080/00194506.2024.2309383
● Kaustubh and R. Maniyeri, “Numerical simulation of biomagnetic pulsatile flow through a channel,” International Journal of Modern Physics B, vol. 38, no. 30, p. 2450410, Dec. 2023, doi: 10.1142/S0217979224504101. 11
● S. T.G., C. M. Shashikumar, V. Gumtapure, and V. Madav, “Comprehensive analysis of blade geometry effects on Savonius hydrokinetic turbine efficiency: Pathways to clean energy,” Energy Conversion and Management: X, vol. 24, p. 100762, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecmx.2024.100762.
● S. T G, S. C M, V. Gumtapure, and V. Madav, “Numerical analysis of Savonius hydrokinetic turbine performance in straight and curved channel configurations,” Energy Nexus, vol. 17, p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexus.2025.100382. 100382, 2025, doi:
● L. Naik, V. Gumtapure, and B. V Rudra Murthy, “Experimental investigation of melting and solidification characteristics in a vertical shell and tube latent heat thermal energy storage system with novel directional flow annular fins,” Journal of Energy Storage, vol. 114, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2025.115768. p. 115768, 2025, doi:
● Sheikh, M. I. A. R., Gumtapure, V., & Ahammed, Md. E. (2024). Numerical analysis of polyethene-based nano-enhanced phase change material in cylindrical storage system. International Journal of https://doi.org/10.1080/01430750.2024.2349882 Ambient Energy, 45(1).
● N. Ojha, S. Kumar, M. R. Ramesh, A. S. S. Balan, and M. Doddamani, “A comprehensive characterisation of 3D printable poly ether ketone,” Journal of the Mechanical Behaviour of Biomedical Materials, vol. 150, p. 106243, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmbbm.2023.106243.
● S. Kumar, N. Ojha, M. R. Ramesh, and M. Doddamani, “4D printing of heat-stimulated shape memory polymer composite for high-temperature smart structures/actuators applications,” Polymer Composites, vol. 45, no. 17, pp. 15460–15490, Dec. 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1002/pc.28844.
● Kumar, P., Ramesh, M.R., Doddamani, M. et al. Enhanced Anti-corrosion and Anti-fouling Properties of Galvanised Iron Using Nanocomposite Hydrophobic Coatings. J. of Materi Eng https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-024-10035-2 and Perform (2024).
● Kumar, P., Ramesh, M.R., Doddamani, M. et al. Plant (Costus Pictus D. Don) Assisted Green Synthesis of Double Oxide Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications. Chemistry Africa https://doi.org/10.1007/s42250-024-00954-x 7, 3749–3762 (2024).
● S. Kumar, N. Ojha, M. R. Ramesh, A. S. S. Balan, and M. Doddamani, “Shape memory behaviour of 4D printed CF/PEKK high temperature composite under subsequent thermomechanical cycles,” Materials Letters, vol. 366, p. 136567, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2024.136567.
● P. Kumar, M. R. Ramesh, M. Doddamani, J. Suresh, and R. Lingaraj, “Green synthesis of CuO/MgO/ZnO nanoparticles using Costus pictus leaf extract for 12 effective antibacterial applications,” Materials Letters, vol. 359, p. 135918, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2024.135918.
● N. Behera, M. R. Ramesh, and M. R. Rahman, “Elevated temperature wear and friction performance of WC-CoCr/Mo and WC-Co/NiCr/Mo coated Ti-6Al-4V alloy,” Materials Characterisation, vol. 215, p. 114207, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchar.2024.114207.
● S. Medabalimi, A. M. Hebbale, R. Singh, V. Desai, and M. R. Ramesh, “Microstructural evolution and cyclic oxidation behaviour of HVOF-sprayed NiCrSi and NiCrC coatings on T11 steel,” Materials Characterisation, vol. 218, p. 114495, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matchar.2024.114495.
● Chandramouli, T.V., Joladarashi, S., Ramesh, M.R. et al. Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Tribological Properties of Fe-Based Composite Coatings Reinforced with WC-Co and Cr3C2. J. of Materi Eng and Perform (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-024-09762-3
● Ramesh, M.R., Medabalimi, S., Kumar, R.S. et al. Cyclic Oxidation and Hot-Corrosion Behaviour of HVOF-Sprayed NiCrAl Coating on Industrial Boiler Tube Steels. JOM 76, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-024-06526-1 3172–3184 (2024).
● Kumar S, Rajath S, Shivakumar ND, Ramesh MR, Doddamani M. 3D printing of functionally graded nanocomposites: An investigation of microstructural, rheological, and mechanical behaviour. Polym Eng Sci. 2024; 64(10): 4677-4694. doi:10.1002/pen.26873
● H, S., M, R., Prasad, C. D., Ramesh, M. R., M, P., Vasudev, H., & Kumar, S. (2023). Microstructure, mechanical and wear properties of SiC and Mo reinforced NiCr microwave cladding. Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies, 10(4), 3620–3633. https://doi.org/10.1080/2374068X.2023.2257937
● N. Behera, M. Srihari, Y. K. Sharma, and M. R. Ramesh, “An investigation on tribological performance in HVOF sprayed of Amdry 1371 and Amdry 1371/WC-Co coatings on Ti6Al4V,” Surface and Coatings Technology, vol. 494, p. 131334, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfcoat.2024.131334.
● Kumar, P., Ramesh, M., and Doddamani, M., "Fabrication and Characterisation of Silicon Dioxide-Reinforced Polydimethylsiloxane Composite Coating for Corrosion Protection of Galvanised Iron," SAE Int. J. Mater. Manf. 17(4):319-328, 2024, https://doi.org/10.4271/05-17-04-0022.
● Rokkala, U., Suresh, G. & Ramesh, M.R. Comparative Study of Plasma Spray and Friction Stir Processing on Wear Properties of Mg-Zn-Dy Alloy. J. of Materi Eng and Perform 33, https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-023-08087-x 1578–1587 (2024).
● Chandramouli, T.V., Joladarashi, S., Ramesh, M.R. et al. Effect of temperature on wear and friction performance of WC-Co and Cr3C2 reinforced with 17-4PH 13 Fe-based composite coatings. Weld World 68, 91–105 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40194-023-01628-x
● Rokkala, U., Bontha, S., Ramesh, M.R. et al. Multi-step fabrication of bioactive Mg–Zn–Dy–AlO3/HA composites: exploring the synergistic effects of plasma spray and friction stir processing. J Mater Sci 59, 10998–11014 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10853-024-09830-y
● S. N. Addepalli, S. Joladarashi, and M. R. Ramesh, “Elevated temperature tribological performance of non-equiatomic CoCrNiTiWx high entropy alloy coatings developed by mechanical alloying and high-velocity oxy-fuel spray,” Surface and Coatings Technology, vol. 476, p. 130267, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.surfcoat.2023.130267.
● P. KUMAR, M. R. RAMESH, M. DODDAMANI, and J. SURESH, “GREEN SYNTHESIS OF Fe/Ni/Cr OXIDE NANOPARTICLES USING COSTUS PICTUS PLANT EXTRACT: MICROSTRUCTURE AND BIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES,” Surface Review and Letters, vol. 31, no. 08, p. 2450065, Dec. 2023, doi: 10.1142/S0218625X24500653.
● Sharanabasava, H., Prasad, C.D. & Ramesh, M.R. Characterisation and Wear Behaviour of NiCrMoSiC Microwave Cladding. J. of Materi Eng and Perform 33, 763–775 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-023-07998-z
● P. kumar, M. R. Ramesh, M. Doddamani, and S. Bhosale, “Investigation of antibacterial potential of CuO nanoparticles synthesised using Costus pictus leaf extract,” Inorganic Chemistry Communications, vol. 169, p. 113074, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.inoche.2024.113074.
● Kumar, P., Anne, G., Ramesh, M.R. et al. Enhancing the functionality of biodegradable Mg–Zn–Mn alloys using poly(lactic) acid (PLA) coating for temporary implants. J Coat Technol Res 21, 1525–1537 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11998-024-00913-8
● Sangeetha, A., Hariganesh, S., Abarna, B. et al. Onion Peels Assisted Synthesis of Biofunctionalized CuO Nanoparticles as Nano-Photocatalyst and Nano-Antibiotic. Chemistry Africa https://doi.org/10.1007/s42250-024-01066-2 7, 4861–4873 (2024).
● S. K. Sahoo, M. R. Ramesh, and S. K. Panigrahi, “Establishing high temperature tribological performance and wear mechanism map of engineered in-situ TiB2 reinforced Mg-RE metal matrix composites,” Tribology International, vol. 201, p. 110189, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.triboint.2024.110189.
● P. Kumar et al., “Synthesis and characteristics of Fe/Ni/Cr oxide nanoparticles/PLA hybrid composite coatings on Mg–Zn–Ca alloy,” Journal of Materials Research and Technology, vol. 35, pp. 2573–2583, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmrt.2025.01.180. 14
● C. R. Aprameya, S. Joladarashi, and M. R. Ramesh, “Dry linear reciprocating wear behaviour of molybdenum-reinforced SS316 laser claddings deposited by laser directed energy deposition,” Results in Surfaces and Interfaces, vol. 18, p. 100407, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rsurfi.2024.100407.
● Addepalli, S.N., Joladarashi, S. & Ramesh, M.R. Microstructure, Mechanical, and Dry Sliding Wear Performance of Equimolar CoCrNiTiMo and CoCrNiTiW High-Entropy Alloy Coatings. J https://doi.org/10.1007/s11666-025-01975-9 Therm Spray Tech (2025).
● Varghese, V., Sharma, P., Ramesh, M.R. et al. Experimental Investigation on Surface Integrity in Cryogenic Machining of Maraging Steel. J. of Materi Eng and Perform (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-025-10672-1
● S. Medabalimi, A. M. Hebbale, S. Gudala, U. Rokkala, and M. R. Ramesh, “Studies on high temperature erosion behaviour of HVOF-sprayed (Cr₃C₂-NiCr)Si and WC-Co/NiCrAlY composite coatings,” International Journal of Refractory Metals and Hard Materials, vol. 127, p. 106970, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrmhm.2024.106970.
● A. M. Hebbale, M. R. Ramesh, J. Petru, T. V Chandramouli, M. S. Srinath, and R. K. Shetty, “A microstructural study and high-temperature oxidation behaviour of plasma sprayed NiCrAlY based composite coatings,” Results in Engineering, vol. 25, p. 103926, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.103926.
● Rokkala, U., Patil, A., Bontha, S. et al. Microstructural Evolution of Mg-Zn-Gd Alloy Using Equal Channel Angular Pressing to Enhance Mechanical and Corrosion Properties. J. of Materi https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-025-11054-3 Eng and Perform (2025).
● P.P MS, Pitchaimani J, Doddamani M. A short banana fibre—PLA filament for 3D printing: Development and characterisation. Polym Compos. 2025; 46(6): 4863-4880. doi:10.1002/pc.28519
● Kanakannavar S, Pitchaimani J. Relation between water absorption and mechanical properties of flax 3D braided yarn woven fabric PLA bio-degradable composites. Plastics, Rubber doi:10.1177/14658011231215986 and Composites. 2024;53(1):3-12.
● Shafeer P.P, M., Pitchaimani, J. & Doddamani, M. 3D Printed Thick Micro-Perforated Panel with Graded Perforation for Practical Wall Sound Absorption Applications. Acoust https://doi.org/10.1007/s40857-023-00303-x Aust 52, 25–40 (2024).
● Kanakannavar, S., & Pitchaimani, J. (2023). Interlaminar, free vibration, HDT and water absorption properties of braided flax woven fabric PLA biocomposites. The Journal of The Textile Institute, https://doi.org/10.1080/00405000.2023.2195971 115(3), 380–389. 15
● H. H. Patil and J. Pitchaimani, “Sound radiation characteristics of a beam under supersonic airflow and non-uniform temperature field,” Aerospace Science and Technology, vol. 147, p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ast.2024.109001. 109001, 2024, doi:
● Kotriwar, G., & Pitchaimani, J. (2023). Aeroelastic flutter behaviour of a beam: effect of graded GPL and porosity. Mechanics-Based Design of Structures and Machines, 52(4), 1898–1921. https://doi.org/10.1080/15397734.2022.2164302
● Deepak, Pitchaimani J, Nadimpalli R, Mailan Chinnapandi LB. Exploring the acoustic potential of 3D printed micro-perforated panels: A comparative analysis. Heliyon. 2024 Mar 26;10(7):e28612. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28612. PMID: 38601601; PMCID: PMC11004209.
● MB S, GC MK, Pitchaimani J. Sound absorption performance of natural areca plant husk fibres: Experimental and theoretical study. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part L. 2023;238(5):845-856. doi:10.1177/14644207231201247
● Sailesh, R., Doddamani, M., Mailan Chinnapandi, L. B., Yuvaraj, L., & Pitchaimani, J. (2023). Sound absorption and transmission loss of 3D printed wood fibre reinforced polylactic acid with functionally graded perforations. Wood Material Science & Engineering, https://doi.org/10.1080/17480272.2023.2286446 19(3), 615–626.
● Sandesh Bhaktha, B., Ramnihor, G. R., Sahu, M., Jogi, A., Pitchaimani, J., & Gangadharan, K. V. (2024). Comparative assessment of a novel 8/18 multi-teeth with conventional 8/10 in-wheel SRM for an E-Scooter. Automatika, 65(3), 997–1012. https://doi.org/10.1080/00051144.2024.2329492
● Patil, H. H., Pitchaimani, J., & Eltaher, M. A. (2023). Buckling and vibration of beams using Ritz method: Effects of axial grading of GPL and axially varying load. Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, 31(16), 3861–3874. https://doi.org/10.1080/15376494.2023.2185711
● Bhaktha Barkur, S., Ramnihor, G.R., Pitchaimani, J. et al. Influence of Stator Structure on the Electromagnetic Performance of an In-Wheel Multi-teeth SRM. J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. B (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40031-024-01141-9
● T. C.M., J. Pitchaimani, and W. Lacarbonara, “Localised edge load dependent aeroelastic stability of porous plates with GPL reinforcement under the influence of supersonic flow,” Composite Structures, vol. 354, p. 118800, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2024.118800.
● Prajapati, V.K., Pitchaimani, J. Vibro-acoustics analysis of auxetic core quadrilateral sandwich panel. J Braz. Soc. Mech. Sci. Eng. 47, 48 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40430-024-05328-5
● Prajapati VK, Pitchaimani J. Flutter behavior of quadrilateral auxetic core sandwich plate with bio-inspired three-phase composite facings numerical 16 analysis and experimental verification. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, doi:10.1177/14644207241265465 Part L. 2024;239(3):490-511.
● S. B. B, S. Sarma, M. Vamshik, J. Pitchaimani, and K. V Gangadharan, “Driving cycle-centric design optimisation and experimental validation of high torque density outer rotor 8/18 MTSRM for an E-Bike,” Computers and Electrical Engineering, vol. 123, p. 110180, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compeleceng.2025.110180. 2025, doi:
● P. Mangaladevi, V. Vijeesh, K. S. Ravishankar, and V. Madav, “A comparison of high temperature corrosion behaviour between uncoated, Ni-Cr-Mo and Ni-Cr-Al-Y coated 316 stainless steel in ZnCl2-KCl environment,” Results in Engineering, vol. 25, p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.103920. 103920, 2025, doi:
● S. T G, S. C M, V. Gumtapure, and V. Madav, “Numerical analysis of Savonius hydrokinetic turbine performance in straight and curved channel configurations,” Energy Nexus, vol. 17, p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexus.2025.100382. 100382, 2025, doi:
● T. G. Kailas, A. A R, S. Dutta, and V. Madav, “Novel adsorption-based upgradation of end-of-life polypropylene pyrolysis oil using carbonised rice husk,” Energy Conversion and Management: X, vol. 25, p. 100824, 2025, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecmx.2024.100824.
● Krishna BG, Murthy KR, Khan KZ, Madav V, Ashok Babu TP. Thermal studies of a MEMS-based pressure sensor for aerospace applications. Heat Transfer. 2025; 54: 375-388. doi:10.1002/htj.23179
● S. T.G., C. M. Shashikumar, V. Gumtapure, and V. Madav, “Comprehensive analysis of blade geometry effects on Savonius hydrokinetic turbine efficiency: Pathways to clean energy,” Energy Conversion and Management: X, vol. 24, p. 100762, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecmx.2024.100762.
● C. Kumar, V. Ademane, and V. Madav, “Experimental study of convective heat transfer distribution of non-interacting wall and perpendicular air jet impingement cooling on flat surface,” Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, vol. 60, p. 104532, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.csite.2024.104532.
● T. G. Shanegowda, C. M. Shashikumar, V. Gumptapure, and V. Madav, “Numerical studies on the performance of Savonius hydrokinetic turbines with varying blade configurations for hydropower utilisation,” Energy Conversion and Management, vol. 312, p. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2024.118535. 118535, 2024, doi:
● D. Mahapatra, V. Madav, and A. B. Talanki Puttaranga Setty, “Mechanical and dynamic thermal performance evaluation of rice husk blended cement plaster 17 when used with different bricks,” Journal of Building Engineering, vol. 82, p. 108120, 2024, doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.108120. 7.5
OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS
● Prof. G.C. Mohankumar visited Japan to attend the Symposium
● Prof. Ramesh M R and Prof. Sharnappa J visited Belarus as a part of a DST project.
● Dr Mervin Joe Thomas served as a domain expert for the Voice of stakeholders connect in Young Innovators Program 6.0.
● Dr Mervin Joe Thomas received the certificate of excellence in Peer review by the B P International publishers.
● BOOK PUBLISHED – ○ Dr Ranjeet Kumar Sahu and Devendra Laxman Kamble published a book titled “Advanced Manufacturing Processes”, published by AICTE, New Delhi.
● BOOK EDITED – ○ Prof. G C Mohankumar edited a book titled “Theory of Machines and Mechanisms”, published by AICTE, New Delhi ○ Dr Arun Kumar Shettigar edited a book titled Biofuel Production, Performance, and Emission Optimisation, published by Springer.
● BOOK CHAPTER – ○ Peter, J., Thomas M.J., Gokulkrishna, S., Cholappally, K., Mohan, S. (2025). Development of an Intuitive Autonomous Ground Robot for Indoor Delivery Applications. In: Deepak, B.B.V.L., Bahubalendruni, M.R., Parhi, D., Biswal, B.B. (eds) Recent Advancements in Product Design and Manufacturing Systems. IPDIMS 2023. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Springer, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-6732-8_3 Singapore., pp. 33-43,
○ Behera, N., Chandramouli, T.V., Aprameya, C.R., Ramesh, M.R. (2024). Influence of Impact Angle and Temperature on Solid Particle Erosion Behaviour of Titanium-31. In: Vijayan, V., Shetty, R.P., Pai, S.P. (eds) Smart Materials and Manufacturing Technologies for Sustainable Development. SME 2023. Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation. Springer, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-63909-8_38 Cham.
○ Singh, R.K., Verma, K., Kumar, G.C.M. (2024). Comparison of Stress Distribution of Graphene-Based Bioactive Material for Zirconia and Titanium by Applying Orthotropic Properties: A Finite Element Analysis. In: Venkata Rao, R., Taler, J. (eds) Advanced Engineering Optimisation Through Intelligent Techniques. AEOTIT 2023. Lecture Notes in 18 Electrical Engineering, vol 1226. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-4654-5_28
● PATENTS –
○ Dr Khyati Verma, Subodh Kumar Suman got approved an Indian Patent on developing a Sit to Stand and Stand to Sit Assisting Device and Method thereof (Patent Application no.: 551002)
○ Dr Abhilash Singh got an Indian petent approved on developing a A helmet with anti-rotational pads (Patent Application no.: 541869)
● CONFERENCE PAPER –
○ Asha, S.M.M, Ezaz Ahammed, D. A. Perumal*, Ajay Kumar Yadav, “Exergy Analysis of Bifurcated Microchannel with CNT Nanofluid for Thermal Management of Microprocessor, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems- 2024 (ICFTES’24), NIT Calicut
○ Narendran G, Gnanasekaran N, D Arumuga Perumal, “Analyzing the impact of nanofluid flow rate and thermal conductivity on response time in a compact heat spreader-integrated microchannel heat sink”, The 18th International Congress on Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry (ICTAC 2024), IIT Madras
○ I. H. Sudar, R. Choudhury, S. Nagarajan and Thomas M J., “Novel mechanism to mimic the human knee joint for varied anthropomorphic populations”, in 3rd International and 15th National Conference on Industrial Problems on Machine and Mechanisms 2024, NIT Jamshedpur, 19 – 21 December 2024
○ S. Vijapur, O. A. Jungade and Thomas M.J.,, "A Comparative Analysis Between Sliding Mode Control and Super Twisting Sliding Mode Control Applied on a Quadcopter," IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Computing and Communication Technologies (CONECCT), IISc Bangalore, July 12-14, 2024, 10.1109/CONECCT62155.2024.10677315 pp. 1-6, doi:
○ S. Naveen, S. Panigrahi, A. Vinit, I. H. Sudar and Thomas Mj., "Development of Pneumatic Soft Gripper for Effective Material Handling," IEEE Recent Advances in Intelligent Computational Systems (RAICS), Kothamangalam, Kerala, India, 2024, pp. 1-6, doi: 10.1109/RAICS61201.2024.10690075
○ Sumanth N Hegde, Arumuga Perumal D, “Aerodynamic Analysis of Rear Spoilers in Automobiles using CFD”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems- 2024 (ICFTES’24), NIT Calicut
○ Pradeep Kumar Modi, D. Arumuga Perumal, Sasith Anbalagan, "Study of Natural and Forced Convection in Heated Cavity by Lattice Boltzmann 19 Method," 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems- 2024 (ICFTES’24)
○ Arjun M, Arumuga Perumal D, “Numerical analysis of LiFePO4 battery wall temperature with air cooling using copper metal foam”, The 18th International Congress on Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry (ICTAC 2024)
○ Rupankar Das, Sathya P, Yashaswini Bavandla, KB Pramod, Bhukya Mamatha, D., “MACHINE LEARNING PREDICTIVE ANALYSIS OF FLUID FLOW CHARACTERISTICS ON LID DRIVEN CAVITY FLOW”, 4th International Conference on Recent Trends in Engineering, Technology and Business Management (ICRTETBM-2025)
○ Soumyabrota Sen, Liz George, Shruthi H, Tarun M, Arumuga Perumal D, Sabari M, “ Mesoscopic Lattice Boltzmann Simulation of two-sided lid-driven microcavity flow”, International Conference on Mathematics and its Applications in Technology (ICMAT 2025)
○ Sathyabhama A, Harshavardhan Sai, Jayapal Reddy C, Ramakrishna N Hegde, “Aerodynamic Performance of Wing with Leading Edge Protuberances under Static and Dynamic Conditions”, Symposium on Applied Aerodynamics and Design of Aerospace Vehicle (SAROD 2024)
○ V Shanmugaraj, G Shruthi, Arun Kumar Shettigar, Prasad Krishna, “Analysis of Materials Expansion Properties for Computation of Thermal Error Compensation Values for Machine Tool Applications”, International Conference on Smart and Sustainable Developments in Materials, Manufacturing and Energy Engineering
○ Devendra L Kamble, Ranjeet Kumar Sahu and Narendranath S, “Metallurgical and mechanical characterization of Inconel 625/SS 304 weldments produced using selective microwave hybrid joining technique”, International Conference on Materials, Design, and Manufacturing Process (ICMDM-2023)
○ V Veeranaath, Ranjeet Kumar Sahu and Infanta Mary Priya, “Effect of Blending Duration on Physical, Mechanical and Tribological Behavior of Aluminum Matrix Composites: An Experimental Analysis”, International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering and Material Science (ICAMEMS-23)
○ Tejanshu Sekhar Sahu, Ranjeet Kumar Sahu, and Prasad Krishna, “Study on Influence of Suspended Nanoparticles on Micro Electro Discharge Drilling of WC using an In-house fabricated Tool Electrodes”, 13th International Conference on Precision, Micro, Meso and Nano Engineering 20
○ Alankrit Gupta, Aditya H R , Jomin George , Ranjeet Kumar Sahu, Hemantha Kumar, Debashisha Jena, Sudhakar C Jambagi, “Synthesis of Nitinol Nanoparticles using plasma-Sourced Digital Micromachining: Optimization and Characterization for Advanced Technological Applications”, 13th International Conference on Precision, Micro, Meso and Nano Engineering
○ Bhargav V J K, Ranjeet Kumar Sahu, Tejanshu Sekhar Sahu, “Synthesis and characterisation of Borosilicate nanoparticles using ES-µ-ECDM system”, 1st National Conference on Climate Resilience and Environmentally Sustainable Technologies (NITK-CREST 2025)
○ Singh R. K., Verma K., Kumar G.C.M., “Prediction of elastic properties of PMMA-Hydroxy apatite Composites mixed with graphene oxide: A micromechanics approach”, Conference on Precision, Meso, Micro and Nano Engineering (COPEN) 2024
○ Kalghatgi K., Verma K, Das B,” Flat Foot Detection in the Indian Population: Validation of Morphological Indices Using a Diagnostic Device”, 4th International Conference on Future Technologies in Manufacturing, Automation, Design & Energy (ICOFT MADE) 2024
○ S. U. Sholapurkar, S. Chanda, K. Verma, S. N. H and B. Das, “Development of a Rack-and-Pinion Mechanism with Arduino-Based PID Control System for a Continuous Passive Motion Device in Knee Rehabilitation”, 4th International Conference on Emerging Frontiers in Electrical and Electronic Technologies (ICEFEET), Patna, India, 2024
○ V. Varma, H. Mehta, K. Verma and K. Gangadharan, “Maximising Performance and Efficiency: An Algorithm Approach to Engine Sensor Optimisation using Machine Learning”, 4th International Conference on Emerging Frontiers in Electrical and Electronic Technologies (ICEFEET), Patna, India, 2024
○ Kishan A, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Numerical Simulation of Magnetohydrodynamic Flow Past Stationary Object Using Immersed Boundary Method”, 5th Indian Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Infrastructure (ICRAM 2025),
○ Pramath Bhat, Ranjith Maniyeri,” Finite Difference Method Based Modelling of Heatstroke Using Bioheat Transfer Equations”, 5th Indian Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Infrastructure (ICRAM 2025)
○ Sumedh Patil, Ranjith Maniyeri, “ Computational Analysis of Sedimentation of Particle in a Channel Using Immersed Boundary Method”, 5th Indian Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Infrastructure (ICRAM 2025) 21
○ D K Ravada, Ranjith Maniyeri, “ Numerical Simulation of Active Filament Dynamics in Fluid Flow”, 6th Indian Conference on Applied Mechanics (INCAM 2024) ○ Ahammed Kabeer V P, Ranjith Maniyeri, Anish S, “ An Iterative Algorithm for Designing and Scaling of a Parabolic Trough Collector Based Solar Agro-Drying System”, 22nd ISME- International Conference on Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering for Sustainable Development (ISME 2024)
○ Anees Fahim, Anish S, Ranjith Maniyeri, “ Numerical Study on Flow Through Flexible Stenotic Channel Using Immersed Boundary Method”, 2nd International Conference on Recent Advances in Fluid Mechanics and Nanoelectronics (ICRAFMN-2024) ○ Nishant Mahamuni, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Computational Modelling of Magnetic Hydrodynamics Oscillatory Flow in a Channel”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24)
○ Urvesh Parmar, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Computational Modelling of Electroosmotic Flow in a Channel”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24) ○ Nandish R H, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Numerical Simulation of Biomagnetic Fluid in a Cavity with Parallel and Antiparallel Wall Motions”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24)
○ Kavin Kabilan, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Computational Modelling of Electrohydynamic Flow in a Channel”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24) ○ Nihal Hegde, Ranjith Maniyeri,” Numerical Study of Skin Response and Comparative Analysis of Heat Flux Applications During Hyperthermia Therapy”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24)
○ Ahammed Kabeer V P, Ranjith Maniyeri, Anish S, “ Design, Fabrication and Analysis of a Parabolic Trough Collector Based Indirect Solar Drying System for Agro-Based Items”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24)
○ Prasad Prabhu Savanur, B S N Abhishek, Nihal Bendre, Adith Prasad, Balaji, Ranjith Maniyeri, “Numerical Modelling of Magnetic Hyperthermia Using Finite Difference Method”, 2nd International Conference on Fluid, Thermal and Energy Systems (ICFTES'24)
○ Manish C Poojari, Ranjith Maniyeri, Krishnan C M C, Pushparaj A, “Torque Dynamics for Addressing Crouch Gait in Cerebral Palsy With 22 Active Knee Exoskeleton”, 2nd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering- Research and Evolutionary Challenges- 2024
○ Manish C Poojari, Ranjith Maniyeri, Krishnan C M C, Pushparaj A, “Kinematic Study of a Novel Active Knee Exoskeleton for Alleviating Crouch Gait in Individuals with Cerebral Palsy”, First International Conference on Advances in Modern Age Technologies for Health and Engineering Sciences (AMATHE 2024)
TRAINING STATUS
● Dr Mervin Joe Thomas attended the workshop on unleashing innovations for and from the grassroots by Prof. Anil K Gupta at NITK.
● Dr Mervin Joe Thomas attended the 2-day Faculty Development Program on Pedagogy to promote design and entrepreneurship during 25 and 26 March at IIIT Dharwad. ● Prof. Sathyabhama attended the Nurturing Future Leadership program at IIM Mumbai during 24-28 June 2024.
● Dr Arunkumar Shettigar attended the Nurturing Future Leadership program at IIT Mumbai during 18-23 Feb 2025.
● Prof. Veershetty Gumtapure attended the Research-based Teaching Excellence in Engineering Education at IIT Madras during 8-13 July 2024.
● Prof. Veershetty Gumtapure attended the Nurturing Future Leadership at IIM Nagpur during 15-19 July 2024.
CONFERENCE ORGANISED –
Conference Title 13th International Conference on Precision, Meso, Micro and Nano Engineering (COPEN-13) Organisers (Faculty) Prof. Srikanth Bontha, Dr. Sudhakar Jambagi, Dr. Suvin P S and Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu Co-hosted by Department of Mechanical Engineering, NITK Surathkal in collaboration with NIT Calicut (Host Institute), IIT Palakkad and IIST Thiruvananthapuram Period 13/12/2024 to 15/12/2024
1st National Conference on Climate Resilience and Environmentally Sustainable Technology Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu Co-organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, NITK Surathkal in association with Department of Chemical Engg-NITK, Department of Civil Engg- NITK, Department of E&C Engg-NITK, Department of Computer 27/02/2025 to 01/03/2025 23 (NITK-CREST 2025) Science Engg-NITK and Department of M&M Engg-NITK
WORKSHOP ORGANISED –
Workshop Title Organisers (Faculty) Period Safe and Sustainable aviation and UAVs P S Suvin, Sharanappa J, Abhilash S, Deepak K, Nikhil K S 03-03-2025 to 07-03-2025 Aeromedelling Workshop Dr Sharanappa J, Dr Arunkumar Shettigar, Dr Navin Karanth, and Dr Mervin Joe Thomas 21/03/2025 to 23/03/2025
INVITED TALKS BY DEPARTMENT FACULTIES –
Dr. Atul Singh Rajput Post Processing of Additively Manufactured Parts IITB
Sathyabhama A Absorption refrigeration system JNTUH (online mode)
Dr. Ranjeet Kumar Sahu Advances in Materials and Manufacturing NIT Rourkela
Dr. Saurabh Chandraker Challenges in Green Energy Solutions GEC Plamu
Dr. Saurabh Chandraker Advanced processing route and characterization of HEA's NMDC, polytecnic
Dr. Deepak Kumar Introduction to Morphy Wings: Design and Development GEC, Siwan (online)
Dr. Deepak Kumar Seope of higher education in Engineering SEC, Supaul (online)
Dr. Abhilash Singh Brain Injury and Helmets: A Mechanical Perspective on Investigation SRMU, Lucknow (online)
Dr. Abhilash Singh Advancements in Materials and Manufacturing Processes Short Term Training Program (STTP), bhopal
Khyati Verma Enhancing Survivability in High-Risk Environments Through Wearable Technology Scientific Summit, Hanyang University Survivability Signal Intelligence Research Center, South Korea (Online) 24
Khyati Verma Entrepreneurship Opportunities and Current Trends in the MedTech Sector Manipal Medtech Hackathon, Euphoria 11.0 (online)
Dr Mervin Joe Thomas How Robots are Shaping Our World? Department of Mechatronics Engineering, KCG College of Technology, Chennai
Dr Mervin Joe Thomas Theoretical Design, Computation & Modelling' from the perspective of RoboticsMechanics National Institute of Technology Calicut, Kerala, India
Dr Mervin Joe Thomas Artificial Intelligence for Modeling and Control of RoboticSystems Department of Electrical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering, NIT Calicut
Dr Mervin Joe Thomas Low cost Automation Technologies and Smart Manufacturing Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Calicut Dr Mervin Joe Thomas Modelling of Robotics System Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Andhra Pradhesh
PhD PROGRAMMES AND DOCTORATES AWARDED
1 87027ME001 A V V R PRASAD Y 28-Oct-24 Prof. Sathyabhama A
2 168005ME16P04 CHITTEPU JAYAPAL REDDY 30-May-24 Prof. Sathyabhama A
3 187128ME019 DEEP SHANKAR 12-Aug-24 Dr. Sudhakar C Jambagi
4 197022ME006 GONUGUNTLA VENKATAPATHY 23-Oct-24 Dr. N Gnanasekaran
5 187064ME005 JAGADEESH C 12-Jul-24 Prof. Shivananda Nayaka H 25
6 197080ME011 MADAN K 18-Oct-24 Prof. Sathyabhama A
7 177055ME007 MANU J 18-Oct-24 Dr. Vasudeva M
8 2170002ME014 MOHANKUMAR T S 22-Oct-24 Prof. Sharnappa Joladarashi & Prof. Kulkarni S M
9 187037ME009 MUTHAMIL SELVAN N 9-Dec-24 Dr. N Gnanasekaran
10 177098ME502 NAIDU BALIREDDY S 9-Mar-24 Prof. Jeyaraj P
11 187102ME010 NEERAJ M P 9-Jan-24 Dr. Ranjith M
12 207149ME023 PRAKASH KUMAR 23-Oct-24 Prof. Ramesh M R and Dr. Mrityunjay R Doddamani
13 207162ME027 RAWAL DIGANJIT SHASHIKANT 6-May-24 Dr. N Gnanasekaran
14 187532ME503 SANDESH BHAKTHA B 28-Oct-24 Prof. Gangadharan K V and Prof. Jeyaraj P
15 177022ME015 SANGAPPA R DASAR 16-Feb-24 Dr. Anish S and Dr. Ajay Kumar Yadav
16 207066ME017 SANTOSH M B 14-Aug-24 Prof. Jeyaraj P and Prof. G C Mohan Kumar
17 155134ME15P04 SRINIVASARAO BOMMISETTY 6-Apr-24 Prof. Shivananda Nayaka H and Dr. Ch Kanna Babu
18 165100ME16P03 SRIVATHSA T 4-Apr-24 Prof. Arun M
19 165128ME16F20 SUBRAMANYA R PRABHU B 22-Jan-24 Dr. Mervin A Herbert and Prof. Shrikantha S Rao
20 155104ME15F13 M L J SUMAN 28-Jun-24 Prof. S M Murigendrappa and Prof. 26 Subhaschandra Kattimani
21 197142ME026 SUMODH KUMAR 16-Oct-24 Prof. Ramesh M R and Dr. Mrityunjay R Doddamani
22 187012ME014 SYAM NARAYANA ADDEPALLI 11-Jun-24 Prof. Sharnappa Joladarashi and Prof. Ramesh M R
23 197511ME028 TRILOK G 28-Oct-24 Dr. N Gnanasekaran
24 187130ME023 VIKAS KUMAR 23-Oct-24 Dr. Poornesh Kumar K
25 207546ME513 VINOD KUMAR S 22-Oct-24 Prof. Subhaschandra Kattimani
26 197ME013 NATRANANDA BEHERA 24 Jan 2025 Dr Ramesh M R
27 207ME014 MOHSIN IQBAL ABDUL RAHEMAN SHEIKH 19-11-2024 Dr. Veershetty Gumtapure
28 217ME024 CHANDRAMOULI T V 17 Jan 2025 Dr Sharnappa Joladarashi, Dr Ramesh M R