The Division of Mechanical Engineering at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences is dedicated to nurturing skilled mechanical engineers, innovators, and researchers equipped to address the evolving demands of manufacturing, energy, materials, and design industries. With expertise spanning thermal and heat transfer engineering, additive manufacturing, composite materials, machining and welding technologies, mechatronics, and rehabilitation robotics, our faculty bring together strong academic knowledge, research expertise, and industry experience to create an engaging and application-oriented learning environment.
Our faculty members actively contribute to research, consultancy, industry collaboration, and technology development in areas such as nanofluid thermal systems, friction stir welding, biomaterials and medical equipment design, electric vehicle thermal management, and renewable energy systems. Through innovative teaching, interdisciplinary research, industry interaction, and student mentoring, they empower students to develop practical solutions for modern engineering challenges while preparing them for successful careers in industry, research, entrepreneurship, and higher education.
Faculty Experts
The Division of Mechanical Engineering provides students, industry partners, and collaborators with access to expertise in thermal engineering, manufacturing and materials, design and vibration analysis, mechatronics, and renewable energy systems.
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Our Faculty Members
Dr. S. J. Vijay, M.E., Ph.D.
Dr. S. J. Vijay is the Registrar and a Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and an M.E. in CAD/CAM. His research expertise includes additive manufacturing, friction stir welding, composite materials for electrical applications, and carbon nanomaterials for electronic applications. He has 58 international journal publications and seven patents, and has guided Ph.D. and M.E. scholars.
Dr. A. Brusly Solomon is a Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, holding a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from KITs. His research focuses on ferrofluid-based heat transfer enhancement, heat pipes, and electronic cooling. He has undertaken funded research and consultancy projects from DST, ISRO, DRDO, and industry partners, published 80 international journal papers, and holds eight patents. He has guided Ph.D. and Master's theses and served as Guest Editor for international journals.
Dr. Godson Asirvatham Lazarus is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Deputy Director for Sponsored Projects and Grants at Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore, with a Ph.D. in nanofluid heat transfer and 24+ years of experience.
His research covers AI/ML-based thermal systems, electronics/EV thermal management, renewable energy, desalination, and elastocaloric cooling, and he ranks among the world's top 2% scientists (Stanford, 2020–2025) with 120+ publications, 6,031+ citations, and an h-index of 39.
He holds 14 patents, has led ~₹5 crore in funded projects (DST, BRFST, MoES, ISRO), heads the CRMS&TM centre, and has received multiple national and international awards.
Dr. P. Sam Paul is a Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in mechanical vibration, finite element analysis, computer-aided design, rotor dynamics, machining, and smart materials. His research is supported by patents and funded projects. He has published 51 journal and 26 conference papers, with 294 Scopus citations and an h-index of 10. He has extensive experience in postgraduate and doctoral research guidance.
Dr. R. Raja is an Associate Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in machining and drilling of polymer and metal matrix composites, composite synthesis and characterization, friction stir welding, and friction stir processing. His research includes a patent submission and research projects. He has published 38 journal and seven conference papers, with 80 Scopus citations and an h-index of 5. He has guided postgraduate and doctoral research scholars.
Dr. B. Jefferson Raja Bose is an Associate Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in experimental heat transfer, nanofluid-based thermal systems, heat pipes, and mini/micro-channel heat transfer. His research contributions include 15 journal and two conference publications, with 167 Scopus citations and an h-index of 6. He has extensive postgraduate research guidance experience and expertise in thermal engineering and heat transfer.
Dr. Gadudasu Babu Rao is an Associate Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in manufacturing and automation, biomaterials, medical equipment design, rehabilitation robotics, mechatronics, and assistive wearable devices. His research is supported by multiple patents and DST-funded projects. He has published 19 journal and 12 conference papers and has guided postgraduate scholars. He is currently guiding doctoral research scholars in his areas of expertise.
Dr. R. Dhivagar is an Associate Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in manufacturing and automation, biomaterials, medical equipment design, rehabilitation robotics, mechatronics, and assistive wearable devices. His research is supported by multiple patents and DST-funded projects. He has published 19 journal and 12 conference papers and has guided postgraduate scholars. He is currently guiding doctoral research in his areas of research.
Dr. Subbarama Kousik Suraparaju is a faculty member in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in additive manufacturing, composite materials, and computer-aided design. His research includes a patent submission and a project with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He has published eight journal and 11 conference papers and has an h-index of 4. He has guided postgraduate research scholars and is currently guiding doctoral research.
Dr. Rajakumar S. Rai is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in additive manufacturing, composite materials, and computer-aided design. His research includes a patent submission and a project with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He has published eight journal and 11 conference papers and has an h-index of 4. He has guided postgraduate research scholars and is currently guiding doctoral research.
Dr. Joseph John Marshal S is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in biomass gasification and pyrolysis, waste-to-energy conversion, biofuels, solar energy, and thermal energy systems. His research includes a major DST-funded gasification project. He has published 10 journal and seven conference papers, with 52 Scopus citations and an h-index of 2. He has extensive experience in postgraduate and doctoral research guidance.
Dr. M. Wilson Kumar is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, and serves as IQAC Coordinator and Head, OBCFC Centre, specializing in CAD/CAM, industrial ergonomics, additive manufacturing, robotics and automation, biomechanics, and reverse engineering. His research includes three patents, two Best Paper Awards, consultancy and research projects, and 11 journal and seven conference publications. He has also guided postgraduate research scholars.
Dr. Sabitha Jannet is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in friction stir welding and processing, metallurgy, and nano surface composites. Her research includes a patent submission and a DST-funded project. She has published 31 journal and seven conference papers, with 89 Scopus citations and an h-index of 5. She has guided postgraduate and doctoral research scholars in her areas of expertise.
Dr. Arul Kirubakarn D is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in hard material machining, composites, shape memory alloys, machining simulation, and magnesium machining. His research includes three patents and 15 journal and 55 conference publications. He has 575 Scopus citations and an h-index of 13, along with postgraduate and doctoral research guidance experience.
Dr. G. Lawrance is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in finite element analysis, mechanical vibration, smart materials for vibration control, and optimization techniques. He has published 12 journal and 12 conference papers, with 97 Scopus citations and an h-index of 7. He has guided five Master's research scholars and contributes to teaching in mechanical design, manufacturing, and finite element methods.
Dr. D.S. Ebenezer Jacob Dhas is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in aluminium matrix composites, advanced manufacturing, machining, corrosion, mechanical characterization, renewable energy, and tribology. He has published 17 journal and 11 conference papers, with 56 Scopus citations and an h-index of 4. He has guided four Master's research scholars and has expertise in manufacturing, mechatronics, machine design, and finite element analysis.
Dr. K.R. Ramkumar is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in aluminium matrix composites, advanced manufacturing, machining, corrosion, mechanical characterization, renewable energy, and tribology. His research contributions include 17 journal and 11 conference publications, with 56 Scopus citations and an h-index of 4. He has guided four Master's research scholars and has expertise in manufacturing, mechatronics, machine design, and finite element analysis.
Mr. Bairi Levi Rakshith is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator – Institution Relations in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He holds an M.E. in Thermal Engineering and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on heat transfer enhancement, thermal management of electronic devices, electric vehicle motor and battery cooling, and heat transfer using various fluids. He has published four international journal papers, with 29 Scopus citations and an h-index of 2.
Mr. Perinba Selvin Raj is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator – Institution Relations in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He holds an M.E. in Thermal Engineering and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on heat transfer enhancement, thermal management of electronic devices, electric vehicle motor and battery cooling, and heat transfer using various fluids. He has published four international journal papers, with 29 Scopus citations and an h-index of 2.
Our adjunct faculty bring active industry practice into the classroom, connecting students with real-world manufacturing, energy, and engineering consultancy experience.
Mr. G. Pravin Winster
Mr. G. Pravin Winster is an industry professional who brings practical experience to the Division of Mechanical Engineering as adjunct faculty.
Mr. S. Vinayagamoorthy is an industry professional who brings practical experience to the Division of Mechanical Engineering as adjunct faculty.
Supporting Staff
Our supporting staff play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Division's laboratories and workshops, enabling faculty and students to focus on teaching, learning, and research.
Mr. R. Jaya Seelan (Mechanic Gr. I)
Mr. R. Jaya Seelan is a Mechanic Gr. I in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He provides technical support for workshop activities and assists in the effective functioning of the mechanical engineering laboratories.
Mr. J. Jeyasingh (Lab Technician Gr. I)
Mr. J. Jeyasingh is a Lab Technician Gr. I in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He provides technical support for laboratory activities and assists in the effective functioning of the mechanical engineering laboratories.
Mr. K. Sivasankaran (Engineering Technician Gr. II)
Mr. K. Sivasankaran is an Engineering Technician Gr. II in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He provides technical support for laboratory activities and assists in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Mr. J. Samuel (Lab Technician Gr. II)
Mr. J. Samuel is a Lab Technician Gr. II in the Division of Mechanical Engineering. He provides technical assistance for laboratory activities and supports the functioning of the mechanical engineering laboratories.
Mr. G. Lijo
Mr. G. Lijo is a member of the supporting staff in the Division of Mechanical Engineering, assisting with laboratory and workshop operations.
