Mechanical Engineering

Faculty

Dr. S.J. VIJAY Professor and Registrar
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Dr. A. BRUSLY SOLOMON Associate Professor & HOD
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Dr. L. GODSON ASIRVATHAM Professor & Deputy Director (Sponsored Projects & Grants)
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Dr. P. SAM PAUL Professor
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Dr.R.RAJA Associate Professor
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Dr. B.JEFFERSON RAJA BOSE Associate Professor
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Dr. GADUDASU BABURAO Associate Professor
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Dr. RAJAKUMAR S. RAI Assistant Professor (SG)
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Dr. JOSEPH JOHN MARSHAL .S Assistant Professor(SG)
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Dr. M.WILSON KUMAR Assistant Professor (SG)
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Dr. SABITHA JANNET Assistant Professor (SG)
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Dr. ARUL KIRUBAKARAN D Assistant Professor (SG)
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Dr.G.LAWRANCE Assistant Professor
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Dr. D.S.EBENEZER JACOB DHAS Assistant Professor
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Dr. R. Dhivagar Associate Professor (Research)
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Dr. Subbarama Kousik Suraparaju Associate Professor (Research)
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Dr. K.R. Ramkumar Assistant Professor (Research) Gr.II
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Adjunct Faculty

Mr. G. Pravin Winster
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Mr. R. Jeyaprakash
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Mr. P.V. Antony Gerald
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Dr. Wilson Lawrence
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Dr. S. Sai Babu
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Mr. Sudeep S Kolhar
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Mr. S. Vinayagamoorthy

Supporting Staff

Mr. R. JAYA SEELAN Mechanic Gr.I

Mr. J. JEYASINGH Lab Technician Gr.I

Mr. K. SIVASANKARAN Engineering Technician Gr.II

Mr. J. SAMUEL Lab Technician Gr.II

Mr. G. LIJO Senior Mechanic

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Experimental heat transfer
Enhancement of phase-change heat transfer
Thermal management of electronic devices
Nanofluid Heat transfer in thermal energy systems
Heat pipes for electronic cooling applications
Mini and micro-channel heat transfer.

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Rotating spherical fuel injector within a spherical combustor for gas turbine and other applications’, Indian Patent Application No: 6924/CHE/2015 – Final Examination Report Submitted
Modified expander re-heat cycle within a spherical combustor for gas turbine and other applications’, Indian Patent Application No: 6923/CHE/2015 – Final Examination Report Submitted
Mini-loop thermosyphons, Indian Patent Application No: 201741029966 – Published in Aug 2017
A coolant pipe for Concrete roof, Indian Patent Application No: 202141021161 - Published in June 2021

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Thermoelectric cooling of electronic devices with nanofluids in mini-channel heat exchanger	DST–SERB- India	19.62 Lakhs	2014-2017
Numerical prediction of high heat flux to plasma facing material using thermal plasma jet impingement model	BRFST - India	2.18 Lakhs	2016-2017

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
85	16	2348	2987	25

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

Editor, JP Journal of Heat & Mass Transfer, Pushpa Publishing House, 2019 - Present

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	5	6
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	15	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Advanced Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
Thermal Engineering
Advanced Instrumentation in Thermal Engineering

EXPERIENCE

Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2017 – present
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2013 – 17
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2011 – 12
Research Fellow, College of Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, India, 2006 – 10
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2002 – 2006

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2011
M.E	Thermal Engineering	Bharathiar University	2001
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	1999

RESEARCH INTERESTS

CFD and fluid mixing –Thermal studies
Materials and Composites –Welding
Fluid mixing
Lean Manufacturing - Bearings - Materials
Ergonomics - Farming equipment’s & Materials
Abrasive jet machining – Thermal aspects
Gear materials for offshore & marine applications
Development and Investigations on composite Materials

RESEARCH PROFILES

AWARDS RECEIVED

Received an Award for “Life Time Achievement Award outstanding excellence and remarkable achievements in the field of Teaching, Research and Publications”, awarded by IRDP Journals, May 2018.
Received a “Life Time Achievement Award”, awarded by REST society for Research, Sep 2018.
“Best Paper Award”, Paper Title: Experimental Investigations of Effect of Heated Abrasives on Abrasive Jet Coating Removal Rate on the Soft Base Materials, 2018.
Long service award “for distinguished and dedicated service to the Institution for the past 25 year’s .Awarded by the Karunya University, Coimbatore, India during Jan 2016.

CONSULTANCY WORK

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Testing & Consultancy – Revenue Generated through Centre for Research in Metallurgy(CRM-KITS)	Consultancy & Testing	8.5 Lakhs/Year	Yearly

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
58	37	38	635	10

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

Reviewer: Biomass & Bio-Energy, International Journal of Materials Research, Materials Today Proceedings –Elsevier publication, Journal of “Tribology in Industry, Key Engineering Materials
Editor : Book "Contemporary Research in Engineering and Management" ,Mangalam Publications, Delhi , Aug2021.
Book Chapters Published : 6 Nos

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	6	6
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	35	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Design of machine Elements
Design of Transmission Systems
Advanced Metrology and Measurements
Advanced Materials and Applications
New-Age Materials
Soft Skills

EXPERIENCE

Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2012 – present
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2004 - 2012
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 1997 - 2004
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 1991 – 1997
Production Planning Engineer, Surya Gears, Coimbatore, India, 1990 - 1991

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar Universityy	2008
M.E	Engineering Design	Bharathiar University	1993
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	1990

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Mechanical Vibration
Finite Element Analysis
Computer Aided Design
Minimal Fluid Application in Machining
Rotor Dynamics
Smart Materials

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Measurement of viscosity for magnetorheological fluid, Indian Patent Application No: 201941049119 – Published in June 2021
Self-tuning of Magnetorheological damper by self-power mechanism, Indian Patent Application No: 201941049134 – Published in June 2021

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Smart Magnetorheological(MR) damper for enhancement of seismic resistance of structures	DST–TSDP- India	257.51 Lakhs	2016-2019
Investigation on Schemes to suppress tool vibration during hard turning with minimal fluid application	UGC	7.31 Lakhs	2009-2012

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
51	26	294	417	10

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	3	3
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	18	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Strength of materials
Design of machine elements
Design of Mechanical Transmission system
Theory of Machines
Computer Aided Design
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Vibrations

EXPERIENCE

Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2017 – present
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2014 – 17
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2009 – 14
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2005 – 2008
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2001 – 2005

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya Deemed University	2013
M.E	Computer Aided Design	Madras University	2000
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Manonmaniam Sundaranar University	1999

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Biomass Pyrolysis
Biomass Gasification
Anaerobic Digestion of Biomass
Biodiesel Engines

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
17	7	85	503	10

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	2	5
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	8	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Biomass Energy Systems
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Renewable Energy Sources
Engineering Thermodynamics
Alternate Fuel in IC Engines

EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2016 – present
Assistant Professor {SG), Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2011 – 15
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS,Coimbatore, India, 2007 – 10
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2004 – 2006
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, Mohamed Sathak Engineering College, Kilakarai, India, 2000 – 2003

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2011
M.E	Thermal Engineering	Madurai Kamaraj University	1998
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Madurai Kamaraj University	1989

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Additive manufacturing - process and technology development
Friction stir welding and allied processes – process and technology development
Composite materials for electrical applications
Carbon nanomaterials for electronic applications

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Brushless DC motor core using aluminum metal matrix hybrid nano-composite, International Patent, PCT/KR2018/014701, Published in October 2018
Brushless DC motor core using aluminum metal matrix hybrid nano-composite, Korean Patent, 10-2018-0147555KR, Published in October 2018
PAN-Fe2O3 magnetic composites and manufacturing method thereof, Korean Patent, 10-2018-0170239KR, Published in October 2018
A Friction Stir Welding Device and the Method thereof, Indian Patent, 37/2020, 202041037266, Published in 2020
Intelligent Ergo-Computer Chair, Indian Patent, 03/2021, 202041046653, Published in 2021
An Artificial Intelligent Ergonomic Stand for Laptop, Indian Patent, 49/2020, 202041050701, Published in 2021
A Half Coil Manufactured from a Novel Composition for Brushless DC Motor Windings with Improved Efficiency, Indian Patent, Published in 2021

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Friction stir welding of aluminum matrix composites	NRB	62.5 Lakhs	2013-2015
Metal matrix foam for armor application	CVRDE	22.0 Lakhs	2018-2020

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
58	41	1118	1508	15

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

S N Applied Science Journal, Springer, 2019- present

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	2	4
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	12	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Additive Manufacturing
Manufacturing Processes
Materials Science and Engineering

EXPERIENCE

Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2021 – present
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2018 – 2021
Post-doctoral Fellow, Institute of Carbon Technology, Jeonju University, South Korea, 2016-2017
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2011 – 2018
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2008 – 2011
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2005 – 2008

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna Universityy	2014
M.E	CAD/CAM	Anna University	2005
B.E	Production Engineering	Bharathiar University	2002

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Natural convection and phase change heat transfer enhancement using Ferrofluids
Enhancing thermo-physical properties of Ferrofluids for heat transfer
Mathematical modelling of passive heat transfer devices and energy storage devices
Electronic cooling using textured micro and nano coated surfaces

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Magnetically assisted Heat Pipe for thermal control, Indian Patent Application No: 202041011073– Published
Anodized micro fins for enhanced heat transfer in heat pipes with ammonia as working fluid, Indian Patent Application No: 202041020927– Published
A friction stir welding device and the method involved thereof, Indian Patent Application No: 202041037266 – Published

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Development and Characterization of Anodized Heat Pipes for Electronic Cooling Applications	DST–SERB- India	23.18 Lakhs	2017- 2020

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
43	17	800	1067	17

Guest Editor

1. Frontiers in Energy Research, IF: 2.746, www.frontiersin.org,Topic: Enhancing Heat Transfer by Using Nanofluid to Improve the Efficiency of Thermal Systems
2. Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, IF:1.62, Topic: Applications of nanofluids in heat transfer systems

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	1	3
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	13	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Heat and Mass Transfer
HFluid Mechanics
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning systems
Computational Fluid Dynamics

EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITs, India, 2018 onwards
Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa, 2015-17
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITs, India, 2015 – 18
Scientific Officer, Dean Research office, KITs, Coimbatore, India, 2008 – 2015
Research Associate, Dean Research office, KITs, Coimbatore, India, 2006 – 2008

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	2014
M.E	Thermal Engineering	KITs	2006
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	2004

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Drilling and machining of polymer matrix composites and Metal Matrix Composites
Synthesis and characterization of Polymer Matrix Composites
Friction Stir Welding and Friction Stir Processing

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Backing plate for FSP with improved cooling-Submitted

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Title of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Time study in Mahatma Gandhi Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme for arriving the schedule of rates	Tamil Nadu Government	53	2020-2021

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
38	07	80	95	5

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	0	6
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	13	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Operations Research
Industrial Engineering
Industrial Safety Engineering
Statistical Quality Control & Reliability Engineering
Quality concepts in Design
Quality Engineering
Manufacturing Technology

EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering,KITS, India, 2021-Present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2010 – 21
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering,KITS, India, 2006 – 10
Lecturer, Production Engineering,KITS, India, 2000 – 2006

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2015
M.E	Industrial Engineering	Bharathiar University	1999
B.E	Automobile Engineering	Bharathiar University	1996

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Experimental heat transfer
Nanofluid Heat transfer in thermal energy systems
Heat pipes for electronic cooling applications
Mini and micro-channel heat transfer

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
15	2	167	203	6

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	12

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
Engineering Thermodynamics
Thermal Engineering
Heat and Mass Transfer
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning

EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor & ACoE, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2021 – present
Assistant Professor(AGP 8000) & ACoE, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2017 – 2021
Assistant Professor(AGP 8000), Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2011 – 17
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2009 – 11
Senior Lecturer & ACoE, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2007 – 2009
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2005 – 2007
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2002 – 2005

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2019
M.E	Energy Engineering	Anna University	2001
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	1999

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Additive Manufacturing
Composite Materials
CAD

RESEARCH PROFILES

Scopus Profile

PATENTS

Integrated Bustle and Carousal Two Piece Ammunition Autoloader for Armored Fighting Vehicle and Method Thereof (Report Submitted)

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Design and Development of Patient Carrying and Transferring Device with Easy Lift	Boston Children’s Hospital & Harvard Medical School	1.57 Lakhs	2017-2018

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
8	11	29	--	4

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	--	1
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	6	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Mechanics
Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery
Design of Transmission Systems
Strength of Materials / Mechanics of Solids
Design of Machine Elements
Computer Aided Design
Rapid Prototyping and Tooling

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor (SG), Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2011 – Till date
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2009 – 2011
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2006 – 2008
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2003 – 2006

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University, Chennai	2016
M.E	Computer Aided Design	University of Madras, Chennai	2002
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University, Coimbatore	2001

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Manufacturing and Automation
Biomaterials and Medical equipment design
Rehabilitation and Medical Robotics
Mechatronics
Assistive Wearable Devices and Fluid Power Automation
Soft Pneumatic Artificial Muscles (Soft Material Actuator) for Mechatronics Applications

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Specnoscope - A Medical Device for Cervical Cancer Screening, Application Number: 201941048985, Publication Date: (U/S 11A):13-12-2019.
An Escalator for lifting the elderly or physically challenged person from ground level. Patent Application No: 202041019684, Publication Date (U/S 11A): 29-05-2020.
An Artificial Intelligent Ergonomic Stand for Laptop, Patent Application No: 202041050701, Publication Date (U/S 11A): 04-12-2020.
Intelligent Ergo-Computer Chair, Patent Application No: 202041046653, Filing Date (U/S 11A): 26-10-2020.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
SWASTHYA- Development of Cost Effective Affordable Cervical Cancer Screening Unit based on Smartphone Technology for Rural Population.	DST–TDP-BDTD- India	18.53 Lakhs	2021-2022
SUJEEV- DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF SMART STEPS FOR ELDERLY OR DIFFERENTLY ABLED PEOPLE TO TRAVEL SAFELY AND COMFORTABLY IN PUBLIC VEHICLES.	DST-SEED TIDE	23.00 Lakhs	2021-2022

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
19	12	15	15	2

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	-	2
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	5	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Fluid Power Control Engineering
Medical equipments Maintenance and Trouble Shooting
Industrial Robotics
Industrial Robotics
Biomaterials Engineering

EXPERIENCE

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engg., KITS, Coimbatore, India, August 2021–present
Assistant Professor (AGP 8000), Mechanical Engg., Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India, January 2011–July 2021
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engg., Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India, March 2008 – December 2010
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engg., Adam’s Engineering College, Khammam, Telangana, India, February 2001–February 2008

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2017
M.E	Manufacturing Engineering	Anna University	2001
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Nagarjuna University	1999

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Biomass Gasification and Pyrolysis technologies
waste to energy conversion
Application of Biofuels in I. C engines
Solar Energy
Heat transfer in thermal energy systems

RESEARCH PROFILES

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Design of 2 TPD Rotary Kiln Gasification Pilot Plant with high CV syngas production	DST–WM- India	6.12 Crore	2021- 2024

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Book chapters	h-index
10	7	52	2	2

Reviewer

Reviewer, FUEL-ELSEVIER

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	-	4
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	5	-

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2009 – Present
Senior Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2008 – 2009
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2005 – 2008

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Advanced Fluid Mechanics
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Renewable Energy Technologies

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2019
M.E	Thermal Engineering	Anna University	2005
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Andhra University	2002

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
Industrial Ergonomics
Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping
Robotics and Automation
Biomechanics and Biomaterials applications
Reverse Engineering

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

An Escalator for lifting the elderly or physically challenged person from ground level. Patent Application No:202041019684, Publication Date (U/S 11A): 29-05-2020
An Artificial Intelligent Ergonomic Stand for Laptop, Patent Application No: 202041050701, Publication Date (U/S 11A): 04-12-2020
Intelligent Ergo-Computer Chair, Patent Application No: 202041046653, Filing Date (U/S 11A): 26-10-2020

AWARDS

Best paper award received from IITM for the paper titled “Manual Material Handling in Industries” presented in the international conference on ‘Ergonomics and Human Factors, HWWE 2011’ during 15th to 17th December 2011, Chennai
Best paper award received for the paper titled “Comfortable working postures for light and medium assembly tasks” presented in the ‘2nd RECOUP International Conference on Ergonomics’ during 3rd and 4th May, 2013, Bangalore.

CONSULTANCY PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Time and Motion Study	MGNREGS, TN Govt. Lr.No.90268/2017- II-1	51 Lakhs	2020-2021

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
SUJEEV- DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF SMART STEPS FOR ELDERLY OR DIFFERENTLY ABLED PEOPLE TO TRAVEL SAFELY AND COMFORTABLY IN PUBLIC VEHICLES.	DST-SEED TIDE	23.00 Lakhs	2021-2022

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
11	7	4	4	1

Journal Reviewer

Reviewer, International Robotics & Automation Journal

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Master of Engineering: Master's Thesis advising:	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Product Design and Development Strategies
CAD/CAM
Additive Manufacturing and Rapid Prototyping
Industrial Ergonomics and Human Factors
Industrial Robotics and Automation

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor (AGP 8000), Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, January 2011 till date.
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, November 2009 to December 2010.
Lecturer, Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, August 2006 to October 2009

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2018
M.E	CAD/CAM	Anna University	2005
B.Tech	Production Engineering	Sri Krishnadevaraya University	2002

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Experimental heat transfer
Automobile cooling
Heat transfer-Nanofluids
Heat transfer in thermal energy systems.

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
15	2	26	10	2

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Mechanics
Industrial Energy Management
Heat Engines & Machinery
Thermal Engineering Management for food processing
Basic Mechanical Engineering

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor (AGP 8000), Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, January 2011 till date.
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, November 2009 to December 2010.
Lecturer, Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, August 2006 to October 2009

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITS	2018
M.E	Thermal Engineering	KITS	2005
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	VRS Engineering College,Vijayawada	2003

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Frictions stir Welding
/Processing
Metallurgy and Nano Surface composites.

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Backing plate for FSP with improved cooling-Submitted

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Title of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
High performance integrated two-stage electrochemical technology for recovery of water from electroplating effluent with real time monitoring & control system	DST - Technology Mission Division	43.2476	2020-2023

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
31	07	89	95	5

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	0	3
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	08	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Material Science
DFMA
CAD
NDT
Composite Materials

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2008 – Present
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2007 – 2008

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2016
M.E	CAD/CAM	Karunya University	2007
B.E	Industrial and Production Engineering	Mysore University	1998

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Aluminium matrix composites
Friction stir welding & Processing
Machining
Corrosion
Spectroscopy
Tribology.

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Study on Ballistic Performance of Armour System Using Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite Foam	DRDO-CVRDE India	22.19 Lakhs	2018-2021

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
15	55	575	720	13

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	-	1
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	3	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Strength of materials
Computer Aided Design
Material Science and Engineering
Foundry Technology
Design of Machine elements
Manufacturing Technology
Industrial Safety Engineering
Introduction to NDT
Design of Transmission Systems
Welding Technology

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2018 – present
Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Technology, University Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2016 – 2018
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2011 – 16
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2007 – 2010

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya Deemed University	2016
M.E	Computer Aided Design	Karunya Deemed University	2006
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Manonmaniam Sundaranar University	2001

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Renewable Energy
Alternative Fuels
Bio-Diesel
Vehicle Dynamics
Off-road Vehicles
Renewable Energy Vehicles.

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
11	08	141	187	2

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

Editor, International Journal of Sustainable and Green Energy, Science Publishing Group, New York, U.S.A, 2021 - Present

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	07	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

IC Engines
Alternate fuels
Automobile Engineering
Modern Vehicle Technology
Vehicle Dynamics and Vehicle Maintenance
Automotive pollution & control

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2012 – present
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2009 – 2012
Lecturer, Mechanical Engineering, Ranippettai Engineering College, Vellore, India, June 2009-Nov 2009
Project Associate, VIT University, Vellore, India, 2006-2007
Quality Engineer, Ravi Engg works Pvt Ltd (A BHEL Unit-Ranipet), Vellore, India, 2003-2006

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2020
M.Tech	Automotive Engineering	VIT University/ARAI-PUNE	2009
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Madras University	2003

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Biomechanics, Product Design & Development
Computer Aided Design
Mechatronics and Robotics

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

An Escalator for lifting the elderly or physically challenged person from ground level. Patent Application No: 202041019684, Publication Date: 29-05-2020
An Artificial Intelligent Ergonomic Stand for Laptop, Patent Application No: 202041050701, Publication Date: 04-12-2020
Intelligent Ergo-Computer Chair, Patent Application No: 202041046653, Publication Date: 15-01-2021. (commercialized)

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
11	7	5	5	1

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Mechanics
Mechanics of Solids
Mechanics of Machines
Kinematics and Dynamics of Machinery
Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Instrumentation and Control Systems

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor ((AGP 7000), Mechanical Engg., KITS, Coimbatore, India, Aug. 2021 – present
Assistant Professor (AGP 6000), Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, Jun. 2012 – Aug. 2021
Lecturer, Mechanical Engg., KITS, India, Jun. 2011 - Jun. 2012
Associate, Cognizant Technologies, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Sept. 2010 – Jan. 2011
Programmer Analyst, Cognizant Technologies, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Dec. 2008 – Aug. 2010

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya Insititute of Technology and Sciences	2019
M.E	Mechanical Engineering (CAD/CAM)	Andhra University	2007
B.E	Production Engineering	Anna University	2005

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Composites
Surface Composites
Additive Manufacturing
Automated Inspection

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
19	5	32	48	2

TEACHING INTERESTS

Dynamics of Machinery
Mechanics of Solids
Design of Machine Elements
Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
Rapid Prototyping and Tooling
Non-Destructive Testing

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Thesis advising	3	-

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 01 July 2011 – present
Design Engineer, Future Focus Infotech Private Limited, Chennai, 18 Feb 2008 - 10 Oct 2008
CAD Engineer, Coimbatore Technology, Coimbatore, 08 Mar 2005 – 09 Feb 2008

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITS	2020
M.Tech	Engineering Design	Karunya University	2011
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	2004

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Hybrid Composites
Machining of Hybrid Composites
Surface Composites
Additive Manufacturing

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
23	8	6	20	2

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

Reviewer: Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	3	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Material Science
Fluid power control
Computed Aided Design
Industrial Safety Engineering
Non destructive testing
Additive Manufacturing
CAD Modeling and Analysis lab
Metallurgy lab
Fluid power control lab
Hydraulic and Pneumatics lab

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2011 – present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Karpagam College of Engineering, Coimbatore, India, 2007 – 11

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2020
M.E	Engineering Design	Karunya University	2007
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2005

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Vibration
Smart Material in Vibration Control
Optimization Technique

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
12	12	97	130	7

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	5	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Finite Element Method
Manufacturing Technology
Metal Cutting Theory Practices
Design of Mechanical System Elements
Metrology and Measurement System

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2013 – present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IJCET, Tuticorin, India, 2012 – 13

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2020
M.Tech	Engineering Design	Karunya University	2012
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya University	2010

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Vibration control
Smart materials for vibration control
Machine learning for time domain analysis

RESEARCH PROFILES

AWARDS

Best Poster Award, Investigation on suppression of Tool Vibration through Semi-active damping system through hard turning in Colloquium on Research Practices, KITS, Coimbatore on April 2017
Best Paper Award, Design and analysis of a structure to support two star sensors, Materials and Manufacturing (ICRADMM 2020), Amity School of Engineering and Technology, Gwalior on October 2020.

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Tittle of the project	Funding Agency	Amount(Rs.)	Year
Active vibration system for suppressing tool vibration using magnetorheological elastomer for turning process	KITS	30,000	2018

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
15	4	122	156	6

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	5	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Engineering Mechanics
Finite Element Analysis
IoT for Mechanical Engineering Systems
Machine learning for Mechanical Engineering Systems

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2017 – present

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITS	2020
M.Tech	Mechanical Engineering	KITS	2013
B.Tech	Mechanical Engineering	SASTRA	2011

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Aluminium matrix composites
Advanced manufacturing processes
Machining
Corrosion
Mechanical Characterization
Spectroscopy
Microscopy
Renewable energy
Tribology.

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
17	11	56	72	4

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	4	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Mechanics
Foundry Technology
Design of Machine elements
Manufacturing Technology
Fluid power drives and controls
Mechatronics and control
Basic Mechanical Engineering
Design of Transmission Systems
Finite Element Analysis

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2016 – present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KCT, Coimbatore, India, 2012 – 16

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2021
M.E	Engineering Design	Anna University	2012
B.E	Production Engineering	Anna University	2010

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Hard Material Machining
Composites and Machining
Shape memory alloys fabrication and machining
Numerical simulation of machining processes
Magnesium Machining

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Method of Exacting Smilax Zeylanica Linn Fiber No: 202041054230– Published in Dec 2020
Production Method Of Ceramic Washer Using Rotational Ultrasonic Machining Process’, No: 202141019802– Published in May 2021
Smart Helmet Inbuilt Wireless Communication KIT and System No: 202141028849– Published in July 2021

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
15	55	575	720	13

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	-	1
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	2	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Design of Machine Elements
Design of Transmission System
Finite Element Analysis
Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Finite Element Analysis in Manufacturing

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor(SG), Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, Aug 2021 – present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, Jun 2019 – Aug 2021
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Adhi College of Engineering and Technology, Kanchipuram, India, 2017 – 19
Assistant Professor (Ad-hoc),Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology Calicut, Calicut,India, 2016 – 17
Teaching Assistant Cum Research Scholar, National Institute of Technology Trichy, Tiruchirappalli, India, 2012 – 16
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, JJ College of Engineering and Technology, Trichy, India, 2010 – 2012

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Production Engineering	National Institute of Technology, Trichy	2017
M.E	Product Design and Commerce	Anna University Coimbatore	2010
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University,Chennai	2008

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Traditional and Non-traditional Machining Processes
Micro/Nano fabrication
Manufacturing Processes I & II
Nature inspired Optimization Algorithms
Artificial Neural Networks
Image Processing
Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)

RESEARCH PROFILES

PATENTS

Development of wire fluctuation measuring device for Wire EDM, Indian Patent Application No:201931024768– Final Examination Report Submitted
Development of nano electrical discharge machining (nEDM) system,Indian Patent Application No: 201931040317– Final Examination Report Submitted
An Improved 360-Degree Sanitizing Machine:‘Duosanz’ Machining System,Indian Patent Application No: 202141007237 – Published in January 2021
Backing plate for improved cooling for friction stir processing of metal matrix composites-cleared in Mechanical Engineering Department Research Committee submitted to IPR cell-KITS

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Books/Books chapter	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
13	22	7	94	127	6

EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBER

Editor, SCIREA Journal of Mechanical Engineering

Journal Referee

Journal of the Brazilian society of mechanical Science and Engineering (SCI)
Engineering Optimization (SCI)
Journal of The Institution of Engineers (India): Series C (Scopus)
Advances in Science, Technology and Engineering Systems (Scopus)

RESEARCH GUIDANCE

Research guidance as supervisor	Completed	Ongoing
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Thesis advising	-	-
Master of Engineering - Master’s Thesis advising	2	-
Bachelor of Engineering - Bachelor's Thesis advising	9	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Manufacturing Processes I & II
Traditional and Non-traditional Machining Processes
Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
Operations Research (OR)
Soft computing

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, July 2020 - Present

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Manufacturing	National Institute of Technology, Slichar	2020
M.Tech	Computer Integrated Manufacturing	National Institute of Technology, Agartala	2015
B.Tech	Production Engineering	National Institute of Technology, Agartala	2013

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Friction stir welding processes
Friction surfacing
Composite Materials
Reverse engineering
Industrial Automation
Product design and Development

RESEARCH PROFILES

Google Scholar Profile

PATENTS

Foldable Rc Powered Kite- Application Number : 201841001218
Automatic Tier Inflation System for BI and Multi-axed automobiles by employing roller follower mechanism and reciprocating system – Application Number :201941035447

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
7	2	1	-	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Graphs
Product Design and development
Engineering Management and Financial Accounting
Industrial safety
Engineering Economics and Cost Accounting
Total Quality Management
Introduction to Aircraft systems
Industrial Robotics
Mechatronics
Economics for Business development
Principles of Management
Computer aided Metrology and Measurements

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, 2022 – till date,
Junior Research Fellow, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India, 2021 – 2022
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Kathir college of Engineering, India, 2020 - 2021
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Sri Krishna College of Engineering, India 2016 – 2020
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Karpagam College of Engineering, India, 2010 – 2015
Senior Engineer-Research (ROCD), Elgi Equipment’s limited, India, 2005 – 2010
Design and Development Engineer, M/s. Venu Engineering Services (Ford ancillary Unit), India, 2003 – 2005
Design Engineer, Bay state Info Tech (International Information Team, India operation unit), India, 2001 – 2003
Quality control Engineer, ElCOT Hi Tech Tool room, India, 1999 – 2001
Inspector Quality control Engineer, GEDEE Tools, India, 1994 – 1995
Apprentice Trainee (CMM Inspection), UDAY Computer Aided Manufacturing, India 1991 - 1993

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	Pursuing
M.E	Product design and development	Anna University	2010
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Bharathiar University	2003

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Automobile Engineering, HVAC Systems
Strength of materials, Design of machine elements, Design of Mechanical Transmission system
Theory of Machines, Computer Aided Design, Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Vibrations, Seismic resistive Structures, Magnetorheological Dampers.

RESEARCH PROFILES

Google Scholar Profile

PATENTS

Measurement of viscosity for magnetorheological fluid, Indian Patent Application No: 201941049119 – Published in June 2021
Self-tuning of Magnetorheological damper by self-power mechanism, Indian Patent Application No: 201941049134 – Published in June 2021

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
1	3	1	5	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Strength of materials
Design of machine elements
Design of Mechanical Transmission system
Computer Aided Design
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Vibrations
Automobile Engineering
Refrigeration Air Conditioning

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore, India, 2022 – present.
Senior Research fellow, Mechanical Engineering, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India, 2018 – 19
Junior Research fellow, Mechanical Engineering, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, India, 2016 – 18
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIET, Kothamangalam, Kerala India, 2016 – 16
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, ILMCET, Perumbavoor, Kerala, India, 2015 – 16
Area Service in Charge- Videocon Industries Limited- Tek Care India Private Limited, Kerala, India, 2012-12
Engineer- Projects and Services- Comfort Cooling Solutions, Kerala, India 2011-2012

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	Pursuing
M.E	Design Engineering	KITs	2014
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	2010

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Experimental heat transfer
Heat pipes for electronic cooling applications
Mini and micro-channel heat transfer
Thermal management of electronic devices and waste heat recovery systems

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
12	1	31	45	4

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Thermal Engineering
Heat and Mass Transfer
Fluid Mechanics

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, KITS, India, (August 2022 – Present)
Research Scholar (Full time), Department of Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, (January 2018 – Present) (Completed Synopsis)
Systems Engineer, System Applications and Products (SAP-ABAP module), Infosys Limited, Mysore, India, (March 2017 – August 2017).

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITS	Pursuing
M.E	Thermal Engineering	KITS	2016
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2014

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Electronic cooling
Experimental heat transfer
Heat pipes
Thermal ground planes
Computational Fluid Dynamics

RESEARCH PROFILES

Google Scholar Profile

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
1	-	-	-	-

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Thermal Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2022 – present
Research Fellow, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2020– present

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	Pursuing
M.E	Thermal Engineering	Osmania University	2020
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	2018

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Electric Vehicle motor cooling
Experimental heat transfer
Thermal analysis of structured compounds
metal foams, Heat Pipes
Mini and micro-channel heat transfer

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
-	1	1	4	1

TEACHING INTERESTS

Fluid Mechanics and Machinery
Heat and Mass Transfer
Engineering Thermodynamics
Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Thermal Engineering
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2022 – present
Research Fellow, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2020– present
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, India, 2019– 20

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	KITs	Pursuing
M.E	Thermal Engineering	KITs	2019
B.E	Mechanical Engineering	Anna University	2017

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Heat transfer enhancement of heat pipes
Thermal management of electronic devices
Electric vehicle motor and battery cooling
Heat transfer using various fluid

RESEARCH PROFILES

SUMMARY OF PUBLICATIONS

International Journal Publications	International / National Conference Publications	Scopus Citations	Google Scholar Citations	h-index
4	0	29	34	2

TEACHING INTERESTS

Engineering Thermodynamics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Thermal Engineering

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2024 – present.
Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, & Coordinator, Institution Relations KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2022 – 2024.
Research Associate, Mechanical Engineering, KITS, Coimbatore, India, 2022.

EDUCATION

Degree	Specialization	University	Year
Ph.D	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences	Pursuing
M.E	Thermal Engineering	Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology	2020
B Tech	Mechanical Engineering	Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences	2018

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