RESEARCH TRENDS, TOOLS AND PROCESSES

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1 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING QUAILTY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME ON RESEARCH TRENDS, TOOLS AND PROCESSES (24, 26 AND 27 TH SEPTEMBER 2016) ACADEMIC YEAR Christ University, Bangalore Karnataka,India

2 SESSION 1 Date: 24 th, September, 2016 The session began with an introduction by Mr. Darshan S M. Dr. P Palpandian 9:45-10:15am Prediction and enhancements of stability of high speed spindles and thin walled structures How to promote research activities in the department of Mechanical engineering Overview on teaching, learning and research The presentation portrayed an overview on teaching, learning and research Dr. Shankar V 10:15-11:00 am

3 Challenges in research To be aware of the challenges faced during the research activities Participants understood clearly the seven top research challenges starting from choosing of right topic to collaboration of work with various institution The professor mentioned in detail the challenges one has to face during the span of research

4 SESSION 2 Dr. Parvati Ramaswamy 11:00-11:40 am Development of Multi-layered functionally gradient thermal barrier coating To study various types thermal barrier coating and coating methods for the application on an engine to improve its thermal efficiency The professor explained everything from the basic of material properties to various applications of TBC in different industries The presentation was crisp and clear which covered thoroughly through TBC and its application Prof. Cyriac Sebastian 11:40-12:00 am Composite Drive shafts To implement advanced polymer composite drive-shafts in industries to reduce weight while maintaining the strength characteristics of the component The presentation described the various types of advanced polymer composites and its application in automotive industries

5 The professor mentioned in detail the various types of advanced polymer composites and its application in automotive and other industries Prof. James Sathyakumar 12:00-12:50 am MR Fluids, Elastomers and Polymers To fabricate an annular orifice passage damper through which MR Fluid can be transmitted from one chamber to another The presentation described the usage of MR Fluids in hydraulic shafts for reducing the vibrations along with various types of industrial applications and bio-medical industry The professor was enthusiastic in explaining and demonstrating the working of the MR Fluid damper which was fabricated by himself as a part of his research which is impressive

6 Prof. Reghu V R 1:40-2:15 pm Thermal Barrier Coating To improve the thermal efficiency of the engine using TBC The presentation described the various types of TBC coating technologies, its testing and performance and how it can be implemented in an engine with simulations using STAR-CCM software. The professor mentioned in the various types of TBC coating technologies, its testing and performance and how well the exhaust gases can be controlled using the same

7 SESSION 3 External/Interna l Dr. Gurumoorthy Hebbar 2:20-3:15 pm Experimental Investigation on Performance and emission characteristics of Alternate fuel engine To develop alternate fuel for future prospective The presentation described the various processes to extract biodiesel from natural resources and making use of it in generating power The internal observer asked to club the project with the Government bodies The external observer deeply appreciated the presentation and also on the benefits of using alternate fuels for the future

8 External/Interna l Prof.Nagaraj Y 3:15-3:25 pm Experimental Investigation of hybrid machining on brittle materials using non conventional methods To develop experimental setup of hybrid machining and performing machining operations on brittle materials The presentation described the usage of hybrid machining on brittle materials and machine the complicated areas of component The professor mentioned the various types of hybrid machining and the parameters involved in machining

9 External/Interna l Dr. Pranab Das 3:25-3:45 pm Financial support for new product development To collaborate with the ministry of mines and set up waste management projects The presentation described the recycling of waste in converting into useful materials for future such as converting waste foundry sand for construction The professor gave an appreciable presentation on the recycling of waste into useful products

10 SESSION 4 Prof.Ben Rajesh 3:50-4:05 pm Design and analysis of adsorption air-chiller To design and create a prototype model of air-chiller and theoretical analysis of the performance The presentation described the usage of SOLIDWORKS to design and how the efficiency of the set up is increased using the new model The professor mentioned clearly in brief the design and development of a theoretical concept of improving the efficiency of an air-chiller Prof. Chennakeshava R 4:05-4:10 pm Micro and nano particles introduced in metal matrix composites To introduce a new method of fabrication of MMC (twin rolled casting) The presentation described the study of fatigue and vibration characteristics of selected MMC for gas turbine applications The professor mentioned clearly in brief the study of fatigue and vibration characteristics of various MMC for gas turbine applications

11 Prof. Umesh V 4:10-4:15 pm Micro robotics To fabricate micro or nano robots for surgery application (street dog) The presentation described the various types of nano robots and its application in various fields The presentation gave an informatory session of a new subject which has a wide range of future scope Prof. Ravichandran G 4:15-4:20 pm Processing and characterization of alumina silicate nano-tube for the development of novel class of reinforced polymer composites To characterize all mechanical properties and wear properties and modelling The presentation described the development of new class of material for mechanical application The professor mentioned clearly in brief the processing and characterization of alumina silicate nano-tube for the development of novel class of reinforced polymer composites. Prof. Darshan S M 4:20-4:25 pm Mechanical characterization of filled polymer nano composites To characterize all mechanical properties and wear properties of filled polymer nano composites The presentation described the development of new class of material for mechanical application

12 The professor mentioned clearly in brief the processing and characterization of OMMT for the development of novel class of reinforced polymer composites. Prof. Avinash Babu 4:25-4:30 pm Tribological analysisand mathematical modeling of wear reduction technique in rough journal bearing To study the surface textures induced due to various machining operations and optimal parameters The presentation described how to induce surface texture to enhance the hydro-dynamic lift and reduce wear The professor mentioned very neatly how to induce surface texture to enhance the hydro-dynamic lift and reduce wear along with the applications of the same Prof. Niranjana S J 4:30-4:35 pm Design and analysis of non AC bus coach with optimum airflow

13 Report prepared by for day To design and analyse a non AC bus coach The presentation described how the design and analysis of non AC bus coach is conducted giving the boundary conditions The professor mentioned how well he described the analysis of non AC bus coach Ravichandran G, Ivan Sunit Rout, Vivek K S Dr. B R Raju, HOD, Automobile Engineering, Oxford College, Bangalore

14 Date: 25 th, September, 2016 SESSION 5 External/Interna l Dr. Gurumoorthy Hebbar 09:30 AM to 10:15 AM 25 September, 2016 General Aspects of Technical Paper Writing. Enhance the project proposal writing skills. Dos and Don ts in technical writing. Information gathering and research colorations and networking. Factors effecting technical writing, and reasons for rejections of technical papers and project proposals. Structure of technical paper. Abstract writing and selection of key words. Reference and bibliography, citations format. Ethics and publications and project proposal writing. A well-structured guideline to write a technical paper. Details on literature types and writing styles. Importance of grammar, tenses and sentence framing. Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful Mr. Kiran K. 26/09/ :15AM TO 12:15 PM

15 External/Interna l Research Publication- Trends Tools And Procedure. Types of research article Finding the right journal Research database SCOPUS, and Scopus indexed journals Journal finder Journal metrics Impact factor Impact per publication IPP Submission and review of papers. Plagiarism Article transfer service. Copyrights Monitoring the article impact H Index and interpretation. Thorough understanding on Citation H Index, Scopus Indexed journals, peer reviewed journal, Brief intro on tools used for research collaboration and networking like Mendeley, ResearchGate etc. Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful

16 Session 6 Mr. Pritesh Hadiya 26/09/ :15 PM TO 1:00 PM Fundamentals of statistical tool : Mat Lab Brief introduction to Mat lab. Applications of Mat lab for statistical analyses. Different tool boxes available for data analyses. Creation of customized tool boxes. Hands on sessions. Overview of statistical tool boxes available. Customization of tool boxes and flexibility in data analysis compared to other data analysis tools. Import and export of data in various formats. Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful Session 7 Mr. Thejaraju Time 02:00 PM TO 3:00 PM Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics Elaborate introduction of CFD and its history.

17 External/Interna l Applications of CFD. Advancement in CFD tools and methodology. Meshing and grid generation. Types of meshing elements. Advantages and disadvantages of CFD. Overview of statistical tool boxes available. Customization of tool boxes and flexibility in data analysis compared to other data analysis tools. Import and export of data in various formats. Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful Session 8 Mr. Chennakeshava 26/09/2016 3:15 PM TO 4:00PM Fundamentals of ANSYS Introduction to ANSYS 14.5 CAD Cycle. Usage of commercial FEA tools. Beams elements, bar elements loading, unloading cycle were explained. Demonstration of practical application.

18 Exposure to Computational Fluid Dynamics Application and significances of CFD Procedures of setting up a problem Advantages and limitations of CFD External/Interna l Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful Report prepared by for Day Prof. Avinash Babu Prof. James S. Kumar & Prof. Cyriac Sebastian

19 Date: 26 th, September, 2016 SESSION 9 Dr. Pranob Das 09:30 AM to 10:15 AM 27 September, 2016 Thrust areas in mechanical engineering and funding agencies To contextualize and visualize various steps and procedures needed for applying funds. Technical skills are needed to conceive research idea, justify its need, scientific and technical means to satisfy the need. To understand the reasons for the rejection of a project proposal. Promotion of Science and Technology at the State, District, and Village levels for grass- roots development through State Science and Technology Councils and other mechanisms Articulate a clear research question or problem and formulate a hypothesis. Know existing body of research relevant to their topic and explain how their project fits Work collaboratively with other researchers, demonstrating effective communication and problem-solving skills The presentation portrayed an overview of the need for project proposal development, step-by-step guide to planning and writing project proposals, in-house research projects and related funding agencies. Dr. Parvathi AM to AM 27 September, 2016 Thrust areas in mechanical engineering and funding agencies

20 To bring together faculty from various fields within/outside the departments/college to create a truly multidisciplinary engineering graduate /post graduate/ doctoral program. To work towards Sustainable Energy. To find and support business models that promotes renewable energy technologies a high priority. Identify technology packages for renewable energy based rural livelihoods and enterprises and demonstrate them as viable business models Identify and address existing gaps in the area of Energy generation, utilization through the use of Sustainable energy resources and methods. The presentation portrayed an overview of Sustainable energy, its relevance to current era, challenges and other related issues which is the main concern of the hour as we are already facing the heat of Energy Crisis. SESSION 10 Dr Pal Pandian 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM 27 September, 2016 Development of project proposals To impart knowledge on research projects (research students and research assistants), research visits and research visitors, research equipment, conferences fellowships, knowledge transfer partnerships, exchange programs. To facilitate with the basic description of proposed research Able to apply for research Grants with higher confidence level

21 To impart the culture of Research in academics as a sign of outcome based education. The presentation portrayed current trends which are likely to receive a fund, funding bodies, and description of proposed research. Report prepared by for Day Prof Anil Melwyn Rego & Prof Reena Joseph Prof. Reghu & Prof. Cyriac Group Photo Report Consolidated by, Hadiya Pritesh D Prof. Darshan S M, QIP Coordinator, Department of Mechanical Engineering, CUFE, Bengaluru. Dr. Gurumurthy S. Hebbar, Head of Department, Department of Mechanical Engineering, CUFE, Bengaluru.