Professor & HOD
The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers:
- Undergraduate Program in Mechanical Engineering with an intake of 60 students.
- Undergraduate Program in Robotics and Artificial Engineering with an intake of 60 students.
- Postgraduate Program in Robotics and Artificial Engineering with an intake of 18 students.
The department is a recognized research centre under VTU and offers Part-time and Full-time Ph.D. and M.Sc. Engineering by Research courses. The department boasts highly qualified and experienced faculty, with a curriculum designed to emphasize fundamental concepts. Students engage in experiential, interactive, collaborative, computer-based, and active learning, fostering independent, lifelong learning skills.
The students of the department will undergo internship in various reputed organizations all over the country. Students participate in various international competitions regularly. The department possesses the state-of-the-art research facilities to support our academic programs and research. Several projects of the students have been funded by the Government of Karnataka and VTU, Belagavi. The students of our department work in interdisciplinary projects and have won laurels at National level.
Student development is further enhanced through active participation in forums such as ASME, Team Mars, Team Inferno, along with specialized clubs like Automobile hub, The department also maintains MoUs with industries and government organizations, facilitating research and industry exposure.
Graduates from the department secure placements in leading core industries, manufacturing sectors, civil services and robotics reflecting the department’s commitment to academic and professional excellence.
Mechanical engineering offers a wide scope, encompassing various industries and job roles, from designing and manufacturing machines to developing sustainable technologies and working in areas like Aerospace, Automotive, and Robotics.
Undergraduate Programme:
- B.E. in Mechanical Engineering with AICTE Approved Intake - 60
- B.E. in Robotics and artificial intelligence with AICTE Approved Intake - 60
Postgraduate Programme
- M.Tech. in Robotics and artificial intelligence with AICTE Approved Intake - 18
- Research activities leading to M. Sc.(Engg.) and Ph.D. Degrees.
Vision
To become a leading learning Center in Mechanical Engineering.
Mission
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Enrich the undergraduate experience through experimental learning, and fostering a personalized and supportive environment for their overall development.
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Provide opportunities to develop talented and committed human resource to meet the needs of profession and society.
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Provide research and intellectual resources to address contemporary and complex problems of industry and research.
Programme Details
The Department of Mechanical Engineering was established in 1986. The Department has been recognized as R & D Centre by Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, for carrying out Research activities leading to M. Sc.(Engg.) and Ph.D. Degrees. The students of the department will undergo internship in various reputed organizations all over the country. Students participate in various international competitions regularly. The department possesses the state of the art research facilities to support our academic programs and research. Several projects of the students have been funded by the Government of Karnataka and VTU, Belagavi. The students of our department work in interdisciplinary projects and have won laurels at National level. Our department has a distinguished record in both teaching and research. Faculty members have excellent academic credentials and are highly regarded. They have publications at national and international levels and also have patents. Several faculty members serve on the editorial boards of national and international journals, review technical articles for journals on a regular basis and organize conferences and workshops.
Programme Outcomes
- PO1: Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
- PO2: Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
- PO3: Design/ Development of Solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
- PO4: Conduct investigations of complex: Problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
- PO5: Modern Tool Usage: Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an under- standing of the limitations.
- PO6: The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice.
- PO7: Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
- PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
- PO9: Individual and Team Work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
- PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations and give and receive clear instructions.
- PO11: Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply these to owners own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
- PO12: Life-long Learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)
- An understanding of fundamentals, design and analysis procedures, thermal engineering, material aspects, manufacturing methods, management of resources of various kinds, and application of various modern tools / techniques to develop products/components related to mechanical engineering and allied fields.
- An ability to solve engineering problems and work in industry, R&D organizations and institutions of higher learning in mechanical engineering and related areas.
Programme Educational Outcomes (PEO)
After 3/4 years of graduation, the students will have the ability to- Establish themselves as successful professionals either as individuals or in team, exhibiting leadership qualities to meet the goals of a project or organization.
- Analyze, design and solve problems related to Mechanical Engineering.
- Continuously enhance skills and technologies through self learning.
- Engage themselves in higher learning leading to degrees or certifications.
Faculty Members
| Name of Faculty | Designation | Qualification |
| Dr. K.S. Shanmukharadhya | Professor & HOD | Ph.D. |
| Dr. V. Shantha | Professor | B.E., M.Sc. (Eng.), Ph.D. |
| Dr. G. Balakumar | Associate Professor | B.E., M.E., Ph.D. |
| Mr. K. Ejaz Ahmed | Associate Professor | B.E., M.Tech. |
| Mr. S.B. Halesh | Associate Professor | B.E., M.Tech. |
| Dr. Janardhana K. | Associate Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
| Dr. Kiran Kumar M. | Associate Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
| Dr. Prashanth H. S. | Associate Professor | B.E,, M.Tech, (CIM), Ph.D. |
| Dr. Hanamantraygouda M. Biradar | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech (Design Eng.), Ph.D. |
| Mr. Ramesh C. Guledagudda | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. (Product Design and Manufacturing), Ph.D. |
| Mr. Prashanth L. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. (Product Design and Manufacturing), Ph.D. |
| Dr. Shivakumar S. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
| Dr. Nataraja M. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. (Machine Design), Ph.D. |
| Mr. Chandrasekhar B.. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. (Thermal) |
| Dr. H.S.Yeshavantha | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. (PDM), Ph.D. |
| Mr. Kumar Swamy R. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. |
| Dr. Sampath Kumar L. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
| Dr. Madhu Kumar K. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
| Ms. Veena B.G. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech. |
| Ms. Asha Rani A. | Assistant Professor | B.E, M.Tech |
| Dr. Manjunatha Swamy K. M. | Assistant Professor | B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D. |
Staff Members
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Name |
Qualification |
Designation |
| Ms. Shery Mol S.M. | B.Sc, M.Sc. (SE) | DEO |
| Mr. K. Giridhar | I.T.I. | Mechanic |
| Mr. D. Raja | I.T.I. | Mechanic |
| Mr. T. Loskesh | I.T.I. NAC | Mechanic |
| Mr. N.C. Subba Raju | S.S.L.C. | Lab-Attender |
| Mr. N. Bhaskar | S.S.L.C. | Helper |
Facilities
Machine Shop
Classroom
Computer Aided Engineering Drawing Lab
Basic Workshop
Thermal Lab
ERP Lab
Material Testing Lab
Foundry and Forging Lab
Seminar Hall
Academic
Academic (Class rooms, Laboratories, Seminar Hall etc.)
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Department Library
| Subject/Specialization | No. of Books | Volumes |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Mechanics | 49 | 126 |
| Material Science | 22 | 37 |
| Computers/CAD/ Simulation | 30 | 30 |
| Production /Manufacturing | 173 | 232 |
| Design Engineering | 36 | 66 |
| Engineering Drawing/ Machine Drawing | 30 | 37 |
| Measurements & Metrology | 25 | 61 |
| Fluid Mechanics | 18 | 52 |
| Management/ Optimization | 161 | 207 |
| Thermal Science/Engineering | 81 | 141 |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing | 18 | 20 |
| Total | 643 | 981 |
| Software | No. of Copies (User Licenses) |
|---|---|
| SOLID EDGE V19 | 60 |
| AUTODESK INVENTOR PRO V7.0 | 10 |
| UGS NX6 FEMAP WITH NASTRAN | 06 |
| ANSYS-13 | 25 |
| NISA V7.0 | 01 |
| MASTER CAM V6.0 | 01 |
| FANUC OT | 05 |
| FANUC OM | 05 |
| MTAB ARISTO V1.0 (ROBOT SIMULATION SOFTWARE) | 05 |
| ARENA V5.0 | 20 |
| OPTIMIZER 10.6 | 10 |
| SYSTAT V11 | 10 |
Innovation Teaching
| Sl No | METHOD OF TEACHING | PARTICULARS |
| 1 | Outsight Teaching in GKVK |
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| 2 | Onsite Teaching |
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| 3 | Case Study Based |
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| 4 | Model Based: Faculties handling CAED |
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| 5 | Interaction with outer side world, Social Connect and Responsibility |  |
| 6 | Flipped Classroom and Video based | Study material is given to students and additional assignments given on the topic with Video presentation. |
Study Materials
Research
Research Center Details
The Research Center at Mechanical Engineering is recognized by Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum. The centre focuses on domains such as Thermal Science, Computational fluid Dynamics and Renewable Energy Sources, Material Tensile Strength Characterization at High Strain Rates and Temperatures, Nano Materials and Bio Materials, Casting and Welding, Product Design, Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing the Research Facilities help Students and Faculty to involve in Research and Pursue and MSc Engineering Programmes.
List of Research Guides and their Specialization| Sl.No. | Name of the Research Guide | VTU Research ID | Area of Specialization of the Research Guide | Number of Research Scholars | Details of Ph.D. Guidance to other Universities Research Scholars |
| 1 | Dr V Shantha | VTU08172276 | Material Science | 04 | NIL |
| 2 | Dr G Balakumar | 042021RSME001705 | Material Science | 05 | NIL |
| 3 | Dr. Hanamantraygouda M B | 012021RSME000032 | Material Science | 01 | NIL |
| Sl.No | Name of the Research Scholar | Name of Guide | Title of the Research | Research Area | Status (Thesis Submitted/ Viva Voce/ Course Work Completed) |
| 1 | Sampath Kumar | Dr V Shantha | Synthesis and Characterization of Nano Materials for restorative Dentistry Applications | Nano Materials | Thesis Submitted |
| 2 | MahaboobBasha D | Dr V Shantha | Modification of existing diesel engine to run on dual fuel and Experimental investigation on performance and emission Characteristics of duel fuel engine | Duel Fuel Engine | Pre submission colloquium completed |
| 3 | Shivakumar S | Dr G Balakumar | Development and property evaluation of AI-Alloy reinforced with nano ceramic particulates based metal matrix composites(NMMC’s) Subjected to hot forging | NMMC-Nano Metal Matric Composites | Pre PhD-Comprehensive Viva-Voce completed |
| 5 | Nataraja M | Dr G Balakumar | Development and property evaluation of AI-Alloy Reinforced with ZrO2 particulates based metal matrix composites by disintegrated melt deposition technique | MMC- Metal Matric Composites | Pre PhD-Comprehensive Viva-Voce completed |
| 6 | Madhukumar K | Dr G Balakumar | Development and property evaluation of Aluminum alloy 6082 reinforced with Micro-Yttria Stabilized Zirconia particulates based metal matrix composites Subjected to T6 heat treatment. | MMC- Metal Matric Composites | Pre PhD-Comprehensive Viva-Voce completed |
| 7 | Meghana S | Dr G Balakumar | Process optimization studies of polymer based implants using Additive Manufacturing | Additive Manufacturing | Course Work completed |
| 8 | Mr. Janardhana K | Dr. D.N. Drakshayani | The retrogression and reaging heat treatment of aluminum alloys | Materials processing | Completed the Thesis |
| 9 | Mr. Prashanth L | Dr. A.J.K Prasad | Evaluation of charecterisrics of battery system for ICCP application | Battery Systems | Course Work completed |
| Sl.No. | Equipment/ Software/ Facility available | Utility Area/Purpose |
| 1 | Computerized Universal Testing Machine (UTM) | Materials, Research purpose and for students experiments |
| 2 | Computerized Diesel Engine Test Rig | Heat and Mass Transfer, Analysis of engine performance, Testing of Bio fuels |
| 3 | Metallurgical Microscope | Analysis of Microstructure of Materials |
| 4 | Wear and Friction Monitor | Materials, Wear and friction monitor for polymer composites |
| 5 | Vacuum pump | For vacuum creation |
| 6 | ANSYS Software | Modeling and Analysis Lab |
| 7 | Metal Melting Furnaces | Foundry Lab, Melting, Alloying purpose |
| 8 | Vickers hardness testing machine (VGST Sponsored) | Hardness testing |
| 9 | spray casting unit | For development of MMCs/NMMCs |
| 10 | Stir casting unit | For development of MMCs/NMMCs |
| 11 | well-equipped foundry and forging lab | Casting, Moulding, Forging, Metal melting, sand testing |
| 12 | Stir welding unit | Stir welding |
| 13 | well-equipped machine shop and material testing labs | For machining and testing purpose |
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Year
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Faculty In charge
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Title of the Project
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Amount in INR
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Sanctioned letter
details
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2022-23
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Dr.V Shantha
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Multi-source
Renewable Energy
Harvesting from
Highway Traffic
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6500.00
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46th Series
Ref:7.1.01/SPP/33
Project proposal
reference number:
45S_BE_2478
Date:24-04-2023
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Department Library:
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Subject/Specialization |
No. of Books |
Volumes |
| Engineering Mechanics |
49 |
126 |
| Material Science |
22 |
37 |
| Computers/CAD/ Simulation |
30 |
30 |
| Production /Manufacturing |
173 |
232 |
| Design Engineering |
36 |
66 |
| Engineering Drawing/ Machine Drawing |
30 |
37 |
| Measurements & Metrology |
25 |
61 |
| Fluid Mechanics |
18 |
52 |
| Management/ Optimization |
161 |
207 |
| Thermal Science/Engineering |
81 |
141 |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing |
18 |
20 |
| Total |
643 |
981 |
| Total No. of Project Reports |
406 |
406 |
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Software |
No. of Copies (User Licenses) |
| SOLID EDGE V19 |
60 |
| AUTODESK INVENTOR PRO V7.0 |
10 |
| UGS NX6 FEMAP WITH NASTRAN |
06 |
| ANSYS-13 |
25 |
| NISA V7.0 |
01 |
| MASTER CAM V6.0 |
01 |
| FANUC OT |
05 |
| FANUC OM |
05 |
| MTAB ARISTO V1.0(ROBOT SIMULATION SOFTWARE) |
05 |
| ARENA V5.0 |
20 |
| OPTIMIZER 10.6 |
10 |
| SYSTAT V11 |
10 |
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Funded Projects
Year of Grant
Investigator
Research Topic
Amount Sanctioned in INR
Funding Agency
Duration of the Project
2020 - 2021 Dr. Prashant S Humnabad – Coordinator and Prof. S B Halesh – Co- Coordinator Three Day National Conference on “Recent Advancements in Mechanical Engineering and Allied Fields (RAMEAF2021)” Rs. 50,000/- AQIS under Grant for Organizing Conference (GOC) scheme (AQIS Application Id: 1-9239170527), F.No.67-15/IDC/GOC/Policy-1/2020-21, Dated: 27.04.2021 One Year 2019 - 2020 Dr. Prashant S Humnabad – Project Coordinator SIEMENS Advanced Analysis Lab 15,68,627.00 All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), NEW DELHI. Scheme: MODROB Two years 2019 - 2020 Dr. Prashant S Humnabad – Principal Investigator & Dr. Hanumantraygouda M B Co-Principal Investigator Solid State Welding of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Materials for Automobile and Aviation Industrial Applications 3,00,000.00 Vision Group on Science and Technology (VGST). Department of Electronics, IT, BT and S & T, Government of Karnataka Scheme: Research Grant for Scientist/Faculty (RGS/F) One years Year
Faculty In-charge
Title of the Project
Amount in INR
Sanctioned Letter Details
2023-2024 Ms.Asha Rani A Detection and Identification of Tomato Leaf Disease. Rs. 5,000.00/- Project Proposal Reference No : 47S_BE_3913 --- 2021 Dr. Prashant S Humnabad Green Joining Technology To Join Dissimilar Materials Used In Aerospace and Automobile Industrial Applications 8,000.00 KSCST – Govt. of Karnataka, 44th Series: 2020-2021. Ref: 7.1.01/SPP/10, Date: 24.04.2021 2019 Mr. Mahaboob Basha D Portable pothole filling machine using bitumen, aggregate and plastic. 10,000.00 Ref: 7.1.01/SPP/1333, Dated: 27.03.2019 Project Proposal Reference No.: 42S_BE_1557, Series: 4 2nd Year: 2018 - 2019 2019 Dr. V Shantha Study of bio-gas production using kitchen waste 6,000.00 Ref.: 7.1.01/SPP/1333, Dated: 27.03.2019 Project Proposal Reference No.: 42S_BE_0080, Series: 4 2nd Year: 2018 - 2019 Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST)
Sponsored Projects
Year of Grant Investigator Research Topic Amount Sanctioned in INR Funding Agency Duration of the Project 2022 - 2023 Dr.V Shantha Multi-source Renewable Energy Harvesting from Highway Traffic Rs. 6500.00/- 46th Series Ref:7.1.01/SPP/33 Project proposal reference number: 45S_BE_2478 Date:24-04-2023 --- 2020 - 2021 Dr. Prashant S Humnabad – Coordinator and Prof. S B Halesh – Co- Coordinator Three Day National Conference on “Recent Advancements in Mechanical Engineering and Allied Fields (RAMEAF2021)” Rs. 1,90,100/- AQIS under Grant for Organizing Conference (GOC) scheme (AQIS Application Id: 1-9239170527), F.No.67-15/IDC/GOC/Policy-1/2020-21, Dated: 27.04.2021 One Year Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology (KSCST) Sponsored Projects
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Publications
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Journal Publications (Only Scopus Indexed)
Year 2025- Nataraja M, G Balakumar, N Santosh and M Rudra Naik, “Production and Testing of AI-12%Si Composites Strengthened with ZrO2 using an Innovative Disintegrated Melt Deposition Manufacturing Technique”, Materials Research Express, Volume: 12, Issue:25, February 2025, https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591-adad3d
- Madhu Kumar k, Santosh Nagaraja , Nataraja M, Muhammad Imam Ammarullah, “Design and Analysis of Injection Molds for Plastic Components for Biomedical Applications”, Engineering Reports, Volume:07, PP:1-20,February 2025, https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70070.
- V Shantha , “Experimental Investigation of the Characteristics and Tribological Effectiveness of Pongamia Pinnata Lubricant oil Blended with Nanoadditives”, Lubricants 2025 , Volume 13, Issue 3, Page Numbers 125-128, Year 2025, DOI
- Madhu Kumar K, Nataraja M, Muhammad Imam Ammarullah, “Design and Analysis of Injection Molds for Plastic components for Biomedical Applications”, Engineering Reports, Isssue 3, Page Numbers 1-20, Year 2025, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70070.
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Books Authored
Dr. Madhu Kumar. K, Dr. G. Balakumar and Dr. Sampath kumar. L "Beyond Boundaries: The World of Additive Manufacturing." Iterative International Publishers, 2024
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Book Chapters
- Dr Madhu Kumar “A Comprehensive Guide to Materials performance and the power of Aluminium Alloy-Based MMCs”, Materials for advanced Applications, IGI Global, 2025.
- Dr. Kiran Kumar M, Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Dr. Sasikumar N, “Innovative Approaches to Water Purification Harnessing Bio-Chemical Adsorbents for Multistage Potable Water Filtration”, Innovative Materials for Environmental and Aerospace Application, IGI Global, 2025.
- Dr. K. Madhu Kumar, Dr. M. Kiran Kumar, Dr. L. Sampath Kumar, “Innovative Materials for Industrial Applications: Synthesis, Characterization and Evaluation”, IGI Global Scientific Publishing, 2024.
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International conference
- V Shantha , “Influence of the Bio-lubricant along with Nano Compounds as Additives on the Properties of the lubricant”, 30 August 2023, 2nd International Conference on Smart Sustainable materials and technologies ICSSMT-2023 at Trichy.
- > Khalique Ezad Ahmed, “Advanced Railway Track Monitoring System with GPS for obstacle and crack detection”, 11 August 2023 , 7th International conference on sustainable Materials and recent trends in Mechanical Engineering SMARTME-2023 at Reva University.
- Khalique Ezad Ahmed, “Feasibility study for the development of small scale low speed wind tunnel for super mileage prototype car”, 12 August 2023, 7th International conference on sustainable Materials and recent trends in Mechanical Engineering SMARTME-2023 at Reva University.
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PATENTS PUBLISHED
Dr.Madhukumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, Dr. SampathKumar L, “Solution-Quench-Age(SQA) Heat Treatment Approach for Enhanced Mechanical Properties amd Microstructural Stability of A6082 Alloy Based MMCs Reinforced with 1.5% Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)”, Application number:202541007680, 14 February 2025, Indian Patient office
INDUSTRIAL VISIT
The department had organized an Industrial Visit to Government Tool Room and Training center, Bengaluru on 28th February 2025. This visit provides students an insight into the real working environment, workstations, plants, assembly lines, machines, systems, and interacts with highly trained and experienced personnel. 38 Students from S4 participated in the event. It provides students with an opportunity to learn practically through interaction, working methods and employment practices. It gives them exposure to current work practices as opposed to possibly theoretical knowledge being taught at college. This event was coordinated by Dr. V. Shantha, Ms. Asha Rani A, Dr. Janardhana K, Dr. Hanamantraygouda M B and Mr. Prashanth L.
TECHNICAL EVENTS ATTENDED
Name of the Attendee Title of the Event Organizers Details Dates Dr. Janardhana K Webinar on “Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Research”. S R R Government College Karimnagar Telangana - Virtual Mode 05-02-2025 Dr. Prashant S H
Dr. H S YeshvanthaInternship on “Research Training”. MSME-Technology Development Centre (PPDC) - Virtual Mode 30-12-2024 to 20-01-2025 Dr. H S Yeshvantha Faculty Development Program on “Lean Startup Methodology - Why failing fast is important”. NPTEL, IIT Mandi - Virtual Mode 08-02-2025 Dr. SampathKumar L Faculty Development -
PAPERS PUBLISHED
- V Shantha , “Experimental Investigation of the Characteristics and Tribological Effectiveness of Pongamia Pinnata Lubricant oil Blended with Nanoadditives”, Lubricants 2025 , Volume 13, Issue 3, Page Numbers 125-128, Year 2025, DOI https://doi.org/10.3390/lubricants13030128.
- Madhu Kumar K, Nataraja M, “Design and Analysis of Injection Molds for Plastic components for Biomedical Applications”, Engineering Reports, Isssue 3, Page Numbers 1-20, Year 2025, DOI https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70070.
- Nataraja M, G Balakumar, “Production and Testing of AI-12%Si Composites Strengthened with ZrO2 using an Innovative Disintegrated Melt Deposition Manufacturing Technique”, Materials Research Express, Volume: 12, Issue:25, February 2025, https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591-adad3d.
- Madhu Kumar k , Nataraja M, “Design and Analysis of Injection Molds for Plastic Components for Biomedical Applications”, Engineering Reports, Volume:07, PP:1-20,February 2025,https://doi.org/10.1002/eng2.70070.
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Patents
- Dr Madhu Kumar K, Dr Nataraja M, Dr Sampath Kumar L, Dr Kiran Kumar M, “ Stir Casting Equipment for Metal Matrix Composite Fabrication”, Application number 444834-001, 18 April 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Ms Asha Rani A, Dr Hanamantraygouda M B, Dr V Shantha, Dr. Janardhana K, Mr Khalique Ejad ahmed, “Automated Detection and Identification System for Tomato Leaf Disease using Convolutional Neural Networks and Robotic Integration, Application number 202541005423, 31 January 2025, Indian Patent office.
- Dr Madhu Kumar K, Dr Kiran kumar M, “Cost Effective System and Method for Producing Alkaline water Using Naturally Abundant Materials”, Application number 202541006433, 27 February 2025,Indian Patent office.
- Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, Dr. Sampath Kumar L, “Solution-Quench-Age(SQA) Heat Treatment Approach for Enhanced Mechanical Properties and Microstructural Stability of A6082 Alloy Based MMCs Reinforced with 1.5% Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)”, Application number:202541007680, 14 February 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, Dr. Kiran Kumar M, Dr. Sampath Kumar L, “Pneumatic-Based Automated Seeding Transplanting System for Vegetable Crops”, 202441099842, 03rd January 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, “IoT-Enabled Arduino-Based Automated Rescue System with Live Visual Feedback for Rapid Victim Retrieval from Abandoned Borewells”, 202541001443, 17th January 2025, Indian patient office.
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PAPERS PRESENTED
- V. Shantha, An IoT-Based Transmission Line Fault Monitoring System, International conference on VLSI, Signal Processing, Power Electronics, IOT, Communication and Embedded Systems, Springer Nature, 20th November 2024.
- V. Shantha, Automatic Load Distribution of Power during Low Power Generation Using PLC, International conference on VLSI, Signal Processing, Power Electronics, IOT, Communication and Embedded Systems, Springer Nature, 20th November 2024.
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Patents Granted/Registered
- Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, Dr. Kiran Kumar M, Dr. Sampath Kumar L, “Pneumatic-Based Automated Seeding Transplanting System for Vegetable Crops”, 202441099842, 03rd January 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Dr. Madhu Kumar K, Thrisha V S, Dr. Nataraja M, “IoT-Enabled Arduino-Based Automated Rescue System with Live Visual Feedback for Rapid Victim Retrieval from Abandoned Borewells”, 202541001443, 17th January 2025, Indian patient office.
- Dr.Madhukumar K, Dr. Nataraja M, Dr. SampathKumar L, “Solution-Quench-Age(SQA) Heat Treatment Approach for Enhanced Mechanical Properties amd Microstructural Stability of A6082 Alloy Based MMCs Reinforced with 1.5% Yttria Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ)”, Application number:202541007680, 14 February 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Ms Asha Rani A, Dr Hanamantraygouda M B, Dr V Shantha, Dr. Janardhana K, Mr Khalique Ejad ahmed, “Automated Detection and Identification System for Tomato Leaf Disease using Convolutional Neural Networks and Robotic Integration, Application number 202541005423, 31 January 2025, Indian Patent office.
- Dr Madhu Kumar K, Dr Kiran kumar M, “Cost Effective System and Method for Producing Alkaline water Using Naturally Abundant Materials”, Application number 202541006433, 27 February 2025,Indian Patent office.
- Dr Madhu Kumar K, Dr Nataraja M, Dr Sampath Kumar L, Dr Kiran Kumar M, “ Stir Casting Equipment for Metal Matrix Composite Fabrication”, Application number 444834-001, 18 April 2025, Indian Patient office.
- Dr. Kiran Kumar M, “Sea Water Desalination Apparatus Using Solar Energy”, 404064001, 06/01/2024, India.
- Dr. Prashant S Humnabad, Dr. Hanamantraygouda M B, “ Automated Irrigation Control System With Soil Moisture Sensing and Weather Forecast Integration”, 202441002080, 11/01/2024, India.
- Dr.V. Shantha, “Electrodes for Progressive Electric Arc Generation.” Application Number- 415538-001, 5th July 2024, Indian.
- Mr.Natraja, Dr.Kiran kumar.M, Dr. Madhu Kumar.K,“Aluminum Alloy Based Composition Checking Device”. Application Number 419355-001, 07th June 2024, India.
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MoUs
Government Tool Room and Taining Center
Faculty achievements and recognitions
- Dr. Sampath Kumar L, Dr. Madhukumar K and Dr. Prashanth S H, Received a Best paper Award for the title of SME 2093 - Tensile property enhancement of ZnO/CaCO3 reinforced PMMAComposites:Astructural and Mechanical Evaluation, from NMAM Institute of Technology.
- Mr K Ejaz Ahmed, Associate Professor was theResource Person for Student Development Program for I Semester MBA Students held on 16th may 2023 at Department of Management studies, Sir MVIT, Bengaluru.
Students Achievements At A Glance
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Dr. Sampath Kumar L, Dr. Madhukumar K and Dr. Prashanth S H, Received a Best paper Award for the title of SME 2093 - Tensile property enhancement of ZnO/CaCO3 reinforced PMMAComposites:Astructural and Mechanical Evaluation, from NMAM Institute of Technology. |
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Team MARS participated in the Indian Super Karting Series (ISKS) Season 3, presented by Hindustan Motor Sports, held at MIT, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, from July 3rd to 6th, 2024. Competing against 23 teams from across India, Team MARS emerged as the Overall Champion in the Internal Combustion (IC) category. The team secured the following accolades:
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Four Indian teams the big winners in virtual Shell Eco-Marathon Asia contest. The team INFERNO won 3000 US dollars in SHELL ECP MARATHON(SEM)-2020 at Kaulalampur, Malaysia. |
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Shiva Varun Singh Rajput of Mechanical Engineering at 41st Directors’ Conference, 15-16, October 2019, DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi. Team “GANNET – The Amphibious UAV” was invited to exhibit the product on the occasion of Indian Navy Day during 3 - 5, December 2019. On the auspicious occasion, our Defence Minister, Mr. Rajnath Singh visited the exhibition area and appreciated the work. Team “GANNET – The Amphibious Drone” have been judged FIRST in Individual Category for the challenge areas Swarm of Micro UAVs in Dare to Dream DRDO Innovation Contest 2019 and received a Cash Award of Rs. 5.00 Lakh. |
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Electrifying the Future:
Team INFERNO’s prototype car sent out a strong message on the importance of using clean fuels and renewable energy sources in an eco-marathon competition held in Bengaluru during December 2019. |
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Team INFERNO:
Team INFERNO participated in Shell Eco Marathon India 2018, held at Madras Motor Track, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, during 6-9 December 2018. The team participated under battery electric category event and achieved a mileage of 112.3 kms/kWh, ranked 3rd in India. |
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Best Student Project Award at Aero India Show 2019:
The Team “GANNET – The Amphibious Drone” got selected to display the prototype model at prestigious Aero India 2019, Student Pavilion Competition. The competition had received 125 proposals from 56 institutions all over the country - IITs, NITs, Deemed Universities and many other well known institutions from government and private sector. The team “GANNET – The Amphibious Drone” received First Prize Winner Award with a cash prize of Rs. 2.00 Lakh among top 6 teams selected all over India. |
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DST Sponsored Students Project:
The “GANNET – Underwater and Airborne Autonomous Vehicle” selected as one of the University Challenge winners of the DST – Lockheed Martin – Tata Trusts India Innovation Growth Programme (IIGP) 2.0 for 2018. The awards ceremony which is held on 2nd August 2018 in New Delhi @ Hotel Taj Mahal. Winners of both the University Challenge and the Open Innovation Challenge are awarded at the ceremony, which are attended by esteemed guests from the government, IIGP partners and the Indian start-up and innovation community. Team Gannet Received Grant - in - Aid of Rs 10.00 Lakh. |
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First Runner -Up Award:
Team GANNET participated in “The India Innovation Challenge Design Contest (IICDC)” launched by Texas Instruments India in association with the Department of Science And Technology (DST) and anchored by Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore, with more than 15380 students from 965 engineering colleges entering the contest across all the states in India. We take immense pride to inform you that our team has been selected to First Runner Up Award with cash award of Rs 3.5 Lakh @ IICDC 2017 – FINALS held at IIMB@NSRCEL on Aug 10th, 2018. |
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Team FUTURAMIC:
Team FUTURAMIC had participated in “Shell Eco Marathon Asia 2018 - SEM 2018, an International Event Organized by Shell, at Singapore, during March 2018. |
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Team INFERNO:
Team INFERNO had participated and secured XI place in gasoline prototype category during “Shell Eco Marathon Asia 2017- SEM 2017, an International Event Organized by SHELL, At Singapore, held on 3-6, March 2017. |
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Team FUTURAMIC:
Team FUTURAMIC had participated and secured a XV place in “Shell Eco Marathon Asia 2017- SEM 2017, an International Event Organized by Shell, at Singapore, during 3 - 6, March 2017. |
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First Prize – Inter collegiate Paper Presentation Competition:
Piyush Singh won FIRST Prize for his presentation on managerial paper: “Are Mangers and Leaders the Same?” in an Inter Collegiate Paper Presentation Competition – 2018, organized by Presidency University, Bengaluru on 13.04.2018. |
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Sports Championship of Sir MVIT:
The students of Mechanical Engineering Department Won the “Overall Sports Championship of Sir MVIT for the year 2017 - 2018.” Students with the Rolling Trophy received during the College Day on 04.05.2018. |
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Aiashu Singh got selected for Karnataka State Baseball Women Team and participated in 32nd Senior National Championship 2017-2018, held at Belhai (Durg), Chattisgarh State, 8-13, February 2018. Aiashu Singh represented VTU in “All India Inter University Football Tournament” held at Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, from 28.10.2017 to 04.11.2017. |
VTU Ranks
| USN | Name of the Student | Course | Branch | Rank | Year |
| 1MV18IM013 | Thanmayi C K | BE | IEM | 1 | 2022 |
| 1MV18IM010 | ShubhangiJha | BE | IEM | 3 | 2022 |
| 1MV17IM015 | Tharun Srivathsa | BE | IEM | 2 | 2021 |
| 1MV16IM009 | Mandhara K S | B E | IEM | 7 | 2020 |
| 1MV16IM015 | T S Megha Nayaka | BE | IEM | 3 | 2020 |
| 1MV15ME089 | Shree Lekha K P | B E | Mechanical | 3 | 2019 |
| 1MV15IM003 | Anvitha | BE | IEM | 1 | 2019 |
Technical/Cocurricular (achievements and recognitions from other organizations/ institutions)
- Dhanush N Reddy, R HrithikReddy,Ashish Kumar Mishra andAmanSingh 8S project got sponsored by KSCST, titled “Multi-Source Renewable Energy Harvesting from Highway Traffic”Under the guidance of Dr V Shantha.
- ArfaanTawheedJameel and Dhanush N Reddy 8S, Selected for 3 Weeks Internship from 21.03.2023 to 20.04.2023 in the company of Enerpac on the Topic “Effect of flange Rotation on Gasket Contact Stresses”.
- AdnaanTawheedJameel and Dinakar M K 8SSelected for 3 Weeks Internship from 21.03.2023 to 20.04.2023 in the company of Enerpac on the Topic “Effect of Gasket Contact Stresses at Mid Point between Adjacent Bolts”.
- Tejesh D and Hari Haran S 6S, Attended Skill Development Workshop on“Unmammed Aerial Vehicles” Conducted by ASME Student Section in Vellore Institute of Technology on 16th and 17th June 2023.
- Chethan, Deepak Raju, Puneeth and Yashwanth 6 S received Rs 11000/-Financial Assistance from Sri KET for the Project entitled “Multi Blade Vegetable cutting Machine” under the guidance of Dr. V Shantha.
- Surya K 4S Cycled from Bangalore to Coorg to pay tribute to the Martyrs on Independence Day.
Year 2025
The department had organized an Industrial Visit to Government Tool Room and Training center, Bengaluru on 28th February 2025. 38 Students from S4 participated in the event. This event was coordinated by Dr. V. Shantha, Ms. Asha Rani A, Dr. Janardhana K, Dr. Hanamantraygouda M B and Mr. Prashanth L.
Year 2024
Year 2023
The Department has organized one day workshop on “Design and Development of Industrial Automation Process” on 12.05.2023 Under Institutions Innovation Council, 45 students of 6S Participated, Dr.V Shantha, Dr.G Balakumarand Mrs.Asha Rani A coordinated the event.
Project Exhibition- 2023 was held on 13th May 2023,Dr. Raju B S and Dr. G Raj Kumar, were the external judges and Mr.Janardhana K and Mrs.Asha Rani A Coordinated the event.
The department had organized a Webinar on "Higher Studies & Career options in Abroad" on 14th June2023, by Mr. Abhilash Kaparthi from Nestlings Pvt. Ltd. 40students participated in the webinar; Dr. K. S. Shanmukharadhya coordinated the event.
The department had organized an Orientation Program for 6S to give awareness on “Machine Learning” on 19.06.2023 by Mr. Mohan Shamanna, Founder & Chief Mentor M/s Aqmenz Automation Pvt, Ltd. 34 students took part in the programme, Dr.G.Balakumar and Mr.Natraj.M coordinated the event.
The department has organized 4 days Student Development programme on “Real-World Machine Learning Applications Development & Deployment” by Mr.Mohammed Azhar Hussain& Mr. Mohan Shamanna, M/s Aqmenz Automation Pvt, Ltd. From 26.06.2023 to 30.06.2023, 60 Students Participated in the event, Dr.G Balakumar and Mr.Natraj M & Mr. Madhu Kumar K coordinated the event.
The department organized Industrial Visit and Internship for 4S Students on “Computer-Aided Design, NX-Design, 2D Design and Drafting & NX-CAD” from 29.05.2023 to 15.06.2023,
Dr V Shantha Coordinated the team.
The Department has organized 2days SDP on “An Innovative career Guidance” by Indraneel, Tarun R, Alumni of Mechanical Engineering, Adnaan Tawheed Jameel, Ganavi S, Mashitha M A, Vivek Kumar Singh and ParthAnshul Placed students from Sir MVIT on 26th & 27th April 2023. Dr. V Shantha, Mr. Chandrasekhar B, Ms. Asha Rani A Coordinated this event.
The Department has Organized a invited talk on “How to Improve your Exam Performance by Best Presentation” by Prof Vijaya B on 09.03.2023. Dr. V Shantha, Mr. K Ejaz Ahmed, Mr. Janardhana K, Ms. Asha Rani A Coordinated this event.
Year 2022
“Design and Development of Quadcopter Drone for Payload Delivery” by Arun Jeya Prakesh, Director & CEO, Aviocian Technologies Pvt. Ltd. New Delhi in Mechanical Seminar Hall Organized by Dr V Shantha, Mr. K. Ejaz Ahmed, Mr. Janardhana K, Mrs. Asha Rani A, for Three days Student Development program from 15-12-2022 to 17-12-2022 and the Participants were 31.
“Python Programming with applications and solutions” by Aqmez Automation Pvt.Ltd. Bangalore in Mechanical Seminar hall Organized by Dr G Balakumar and Mr. Natraj M, for three days Student Development program from 01.12.2022 to 03.12.2022 and the participants were 82.
Visit to KRISHIMELA-2022 on 05-11-2022 as a Part of Social Connect and Responsibility by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Mentors are Mr. Chandrasekhar B and Mrs. Veena B G were 30 Participants.
Industrial Visit to Government Tool Room and Training Center Bangalore on 14-10-2022 they were 28 Participants, for Third Semester Students as a Part of Internship.
ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers) the Student Chapter Organized a Seminar on Gas Turbine Technologies Fundamentals and Advancements on 14-10-2022 at CSE Seminar hall were 91 Participants.
”Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Leadership” by Mr Amit T, 2nd Generation Entrepreneur Excelr Solutions, Bangalore & Mr. Shiv Varun Singh Rajput, CEO, Nautical Wings, Bangalore in Mechanical Seminar Hall Organized by Dr K S Shanmukharadhya, Dr V Shantha , Dr G Balakumar, Mr. Mahaboob Basha D, Mrs.Asha Rani A on 22-08-2022 and the Participants were 51.
Industrial Visit to Government Tool Room and Training Center Bangalore on 18-08-2022 they were 47 Participants.
“Developing Skills for Employability” by Mr Srinivasa Gopal senior manager, Design Tech Systems & Mr Nagendra.J, executive, GTTC in Mechanical Seminar Hall Organized by Dr V Shantha and Mrs. Asha Rani A on 13-07-2022 and the Participants Were 62.
