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Approved By AICTE, New Delhi | Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. Kodigehalli, Doddaballapur-561203,
Bengaluru Rural District, Karnataka, India.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering was established in the year 2003 with an intake of 60 students and the Department has been recognized as R&D Centre by Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, for carrying out Research activities. The Department has well experienced and dedicated faculty members with many active researchers who are involved in R&D projects. There are totally 14 faculty with an average teaching experience of 10 years, out of which 9 with Ph.D and remaining with M.Tech qualification.
The Department organized several Workshop, Seminars, Guest Lectures, Student Development Programmes (SDP) and Faculty Development Programme (FDP) periodically. The main focus of our curriculum is to impart technical knowledge and by using Innovative Teaching Learning methodologies.
We motivate our students to do innovative projects and find a solution to the problems in the real world. Our Undergraduate students are encouraged to undertake various Technical projects and internships in leading core/IT Industries. The alumni of the Department are well placed in many of the reputed industries/organization throughout the world.
Apart from this, graduated students are getting admitted for post-graduation to many reputed universities across the world. Our students are placed in good companies like Infosys, WIPRO, TCS, Accenture, Tech Mahindra and IBM.
Dr. Sunil Kumar K OBTAINED HIS Ph.D., from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, M Tech from Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur, BE Degree from, R L Jalappa Institute of Technology, Doddaballapur. He has 13 years of teaching experience. He published/presented research papers in various national /international journals of reputed and notable conferences. He has presented more than 800 motivational/invited talks on various platforms. He has published 8 patents & one patent got a grant. He has written 6 books in academic & social connectivity also. He got a greater number of awards for his outstanding & outreach activities, in that he got the most prestigious “Eminent Personality Award '' on republic day 26/01/2023, from the government of Karnataka through taluk administration, Doddaballapur. He is the first recipient of Sri R L Jalappa Memorial Best Faculty award - 2023.He is an associate member-institution society for technical education. His area of interest is in materials.
Associate Professor & Head Department of Mechanical Engineering, RLJIT
To train the students in order to face the global competitive world by imparting domain knowledge coupled with soft skills, leadership qualities and ethical practices
PEO1: Graduates will have prospective careers in the field of Mechanical Engineering.
PEO2: Graduates will exhibit leadership qualities with strong communication skills and able to work in teams
PEO3: Graduates will follow Ethical Practices and exhibit high level of Professionalism in the work environment by participating and addressing various Technical challenges.
PSO1: Students will have the knowledge of Design, Manufacturing, Thermal Engineering.
PSO2: Students will have the knowledge of analysis procedures, material aspects, management of resources to develop products/components related to Mechanical Engineering.
PSO3: Students are capable to find better solutions using various systemic Tools.
MOU1. Array Packaging and Power Tools
MOU2. Elmech Engineering Solutions
MOU3. Srinika Industries
1:Tribological properties of CNT-filled epoxy-carbon fabric composites: Optimization and modelling by machine learning Dr. Lokesh Yadhav B R Journal of Materials Research and Technology 2022-23 2238-7854
2:Effect of various parameters on fracture toughness of polymer composites: A review Dr. Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2022-23 2214- 7853
3:Development of sustainable alternative materials for the construction of green buildings using agricultural residues: a review Dr.Gowrishankar T P Construction and Building Materials 2022-2023 0950-0618
4:Effect of Various Heat Treatment Conditions on the AA7075 alloy's Fatigue behaviour Dr. Sunil Kumar K Journal of Neuroquantology 2022-2023 1303-5150
5:Influence of RRA on Fatigue Behavior of Al 7075 Alloy Dr. Sunil Kumar K Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results 2022-2023 2229-7723
6:Thermal Analysis of Ni-Cu Alloy Nanocomposites Processed by Sand Mold Casting Dr. J Kumaraswamy Advances in Materials Science and Engineering 2022-2023 16878434
7:Experimental Investigation and optimization of sand - coated solar air collector parameters by fuzzy - MCDM integrated decision approach Jagannath reddy Journal of thermal analysis and calorimetry 2022-2023 148,5543-5556
8:Wear Behaviour of Ni-Cu alloy hybrid composites processed by sand mould casting J Kumaraswamy Advanceds in materials and processing technologies 2022-2023 2374- 0698
9:Air Jet Erosion studies on Aluminum - Red Mud Composites using taguchi Design Dr. J Kumaraswamy Evergreen joint journal of noval resource sciences and green asia strategy 2022-2023 21890420
10:Experimental arrangment for estimation of metal - mold boundary heat flux during gravity chill casting Dr. J Kumaraswamy Materials Today: Proceedings 2022-2023 2214- 7853
11:Development of Ni-Cu based alloy hybrid composites through induction furnace casting Dr. J Kumaraswamy Materials Today: Proceedings 2022-2023 2214-7853
12:Electro‑Whirling Stir Casting: a Novel Approach for Fabricating Al7075/ SiC MMCs with Enhanced Thermal Characteristics Dr. J Kumaraswamy Silicon-Springer Journal 2022-2023 1876-990X
13:Solid Particle Erosion Performance of Multi-layered Carbide Coatings (WC-SiC-Cr_3C_2) Dr. J Kumaraswamy Evergreen joint journal of noval resource sciences and green asia strategy 2022-2023 2189-0420
14:Influence of particulates on microstructure, Mechanical and Fractured behaviour on Al-7075 alloy composite by FEA Dr. J Kumaraswamy Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering 2022-2023 1448-4846
1:A Review on Thermal Properties of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites Gowrishankar T P International Journal of Research In Aeronautical And Mechanical Engineering 2021-2022 2321-3051
2:Energy and exergy analysis of a trapezoidal absorber plate-based solar air collector Jagannath reddy Energy Science & Engineering 2021-2022 2050-0505
3:Study on microstructure, mechanical and fracture behavior of Al2O3 - MoS2 reinforced Al6061 hybrid composite Prof.K R Suchendra and M Sreenivasa Reddy Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale 2021-2022 1742-6596
4:Mechanical Behaviour and Fractured Surface Analysis of Bauxite Residue & Graphite Reinforced Aluminium Hybrid Composites Dr.J. Kumaraswamy Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale 2021-2022 16(62), pp. 168–179
5:Influence of Quenching Agents on Mechanical, Wear, and Fracture Characteristics of Al2O3 / MoS2 Reinforced Al-6061 Hybrid Metal Matrix Composite (MMCs) Prof.K R Suchendra and M Sreenivasa Reddy Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale 2021-2022 1971-8993
6:Evaluation of the microstructure and thermal properties of (ASTM A 494 M grade) nickel alloy hybrid metal matrix composites processed by sand mold casting Dr.J. Kumaraswamy International Journal of Ambient Energy 2021-2022 Vol. 43, pp. 4899–4908
7:Wear behaviour of the Ni-Cu alloy hybrid composites processed by sand mold casting Dr.J. Kumaraswamy Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies 2021-2022 Vol. 2, pp. 1-17
8:Wear characterization of Al7075 Alloy hybrid composites, Prof.Harish R. S, Sreenivasa Reddy M, Kumaraswamy J Journal of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 2021-2022 2812-9105
9:Thermal Analysis of Ni-Cu Alloy Nanocomposites Processed by Sand Mold Casting Dr.J. Kumaraswamy Advances in Materials Science and Engineering 2021-2022 2530707
10:Mechanical behaviour of Al7075 alloy Al2O3/E-Glass hybrid composites for automobile application Prof.Harish R S , Dr. Sreenivasa Reddy M Materials Today: Proceedings 2021-2022 2214-7853
11:Role of alumina filler on thermal properties of carbon-epoxy nanocomposites Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2021-2022 2214-7853
12:Evaluation of fatigue behavior of Al6061-T6 alloy using rotating bending test Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2021-2022 2214-7853
13:Mechanical properties of HNT filled carbon fabric epoxy composites Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2021-2022 2214-7853
14:Tensile and impact strength of nickel coated short carbon fiber reinforced polyester composite Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2021-2022 2214-7853
15:33.Fracture Toughness of CNT Filled Carbon Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Composites Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Research Innovations 2021-2022 NA
16:Effect of Al2O3-MoS2 on hardness and wear loss of Al-6061 hybrid metal matrix composite Prof.K R Suchendra and Dr.M Sreenivasa Reddy Journal of Physics 2021-2022 1971-8993
1:Tensile and Hardness Behavior of RRA Treated Aluminum 7075 Alloy Dr. Sunil Kumar K Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering 2020-2021 978-981-15-4739-3
2:Performance evaluation of sand coated absorber based solar air collector Dr.Jagannath reddy Journal of Building Engineering 2020-2021 2352-7102
3:Energy, exergy, and environmental (3E) analyses of reverse and cross-corrugated trapezoidal solar air collectors: An experimental study Dr.Jagannath reddy Journal of Building Engineering 2020-2021 2352-7102
4:Effect of reinforcements on mechanical properties of nickel alloy hybrid metal matrix composites processed by sand mold technique Dr.J. Kumaraswamy Applied Science and Engineering Progress 2020-2021 2672-9156
5:Thermal analysis of nickel alloy/Al2O3/TiO2 hybrid metal matrix composite in automotive engine exhaust valve using FEA method, Journal of Thermal Engineering Dr.J. Kumaraswamy Journal of Thermal Engineering 2020-2021 Vol. 7, No. 3, pp. 415-428
6:Fracture toughness study of epoxy composites reinforced with carbon fibers with various thickness Dr.Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2020-2021 2214-7853
1:Heat treatment and its effect on mechanical and wear properties of Al6061/Gr/TiC hybrid MMCs Dr.Gowrishankar T P International Journal of Microstructure and Mechanical Properties 2019-2020 1741-8429
2:Numerical Investigation on heat sink with fluid pockets for high power LEDs Dr.Gowrishankar T P Indian Journal of Engineering and Material Sciences 2019-2020 0975-1017
3:The effect of heat and cryogenic treatment on wear properties of 6061 alloy Dr. Sunil Kumar K International journal of engineering and advanced technology 2019-2020 2249-8958
4:Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Al7075/ Al2O3/B4C based Hybrid Composites Dr.Hanumanthe Gowda, Harish S , Devaraju G P American Institute of Physics(AIP) 2019-2020 2274,030003(2020)
5:Artificial Neural Network for prediction of Mechanical Properties of Aluminium A356/Al2O3/RHA Particulates Reinforced Hybrid Composites Dr.Hanumanthe Gowda, Harish S , Devaraju G P American Institute of Physics(AIP) 2019-2020 2274,030002(2020)
6:Wear behavior of aluminum metal matrix composites: A Taguchi approach Dr.Lokesh Yadhav B R AIP Conference Proceedings 2019-2020 0094-243
7:Three-point bending and impact behaviour of carbon/epoxy composites modified with titanium dioxide nanoparticles Dr.Lokesh Yadhav B R Materials Today: Proceedings 2019-2020 2214-7853
8:Evaluation of mechanical and fracture properties of nickel coated short carbon fiber/epoxy composites with nanofillers Dr.Lokesh Yadhav B R Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems 2019-2020 1943-023
1:Mechanical and Wear behaviour of Al6061 reinforced with Graphite and TiC Hybrid MMC’s Dr.Gowrishankar T P Materials Research Innovations 2018-2019 1432-8917
2:Retrogression and re-aging of AL-7075 Microstructure and Corrosion Behavior Dr. Sunil Kumar K International journal of engineering and advanced technology 2018-2019 2249 – 8958
3:Effect Of Retrogression And Re-Aging On Fatigue Crack Growth Behavior Of Al 7075 Alloy Dr. Sunil Kumar K International journal of engineering and advanced technology 2018-2019 2278-3075
4:Study On Tribological Characterization Of RRA Treated Aluminium 7075 Alloy Dr. Sunil Kumar K International journal of engineering and advanced technology 2018-2019 1943-023X
1.Analysis of site specific targetting of drugs through nanoparticle deliver system for treating atherothrombosis Dr. Sunil Kumar K Indian government patent office 202341015520
2. smart devices to automatically detect the strength of buildings and land during the construction of multistory buildings Dr. Sunil Kumar K Indian government patent office 202241022416 2022
3. Nanotechnology utilization aspects in solar photovoltaic cells for efficient performance analysis and absorption rate of solar energy Dr. Sunil Kumar K Indian government patent office 202241015269 2022
4. Online reinforced learning of assembly sequence planning with interactive guidance system for industry Dr. Sunil Kumar K Indian government patent office 2141032004 2021
5. Fully autonomous smart manufacturing unit using intelligent feature recognition algorithm Dr. Sunil Kumar K AP Australian government patent office 2021102713 2021
| Sl.No | Name of the laboratory | List of Major Equipment’s |
|---|---|---|
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1
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Workshop Practice
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• Bench Drilling machine • Welding transformer
• Bench grinder • Power hacksaw machine • Hand shearing machine • Anvil • Swage block • Bench vice • Surface plate
• Electric furnace
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2
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Material Testing Lab
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• UTM Machine• Torsion machine • Impact testing machine • Rotary polishing • Fatigue Testing• Pin on Disc • Rockwell Hardness tester • Vickers Hardness Tester
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3
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Foundry and Forging Lab
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• Sand Rammer • Permeability tester • Universal sand tester • Anvil • Swage block • Open hearth furnace• Molding sand,
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4
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Fluid Machinery Lab
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• Staff table and Chair, • Centrifugal blower, • Air Compressor
• Kaplan Turbine,• Francis turbine, • Pelton wheel, • Impact of jet on vanes • Centrifugal pump test rig, • Reciprocating Pump test rig, • Notch calibration setup
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5
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Machine Shop Lab
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• Belt lathe, • Milling Machine, Drilling Machine, Shaping machine, Lathe machine
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6
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Energy Conversion Lab
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• Red wood viscometer, • Torsion Viscometer, • Say bolt viscometer, • 2 stroke petrol engine, • 4 stroke diesel engine, • Multi cylinder petrol engine, • Boys gas calorimeter, • Flash and fire apparatus
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7
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Heat and Mass Transfer Lab
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• Air condition test rig, • Emissivity measuring apparatus, • Heat transfer equipment composite wall
• Heat transfer in pin fin apparatus, • HT in natural convection, • Boiling HT apparatus
• Parallel and counter flow heat exchanger, • Thermal conductivity of metal bar, • VCR
• Stefan and Boltzman apparatus
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8
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Design Lab
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Staff table and Chair • Journal Bearing • Whirling of Shaft
• Governer (hartnel and Porter) • Circular polariscope • Gyroscope • Strain Rosettes • Balancing Machine • Vibration equipment
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9
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Mechanical Measurements and Metrology Lab
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Pressure gauge, • Thermocouple • Sine bar, • Optical Projector •Load Cell, • Gear tooth Vernier, • Tool Makers Microscope, • Strain Gauge, • Wire gauge, • Autocolimator
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10
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CIM Lab
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• Desktop computers, • CNC Machine
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11
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CAED Lab
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• Desktop computers, • Printer
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| Name of the research project/ endowment | Name of the Principal Investigator/Co-investigator | Department of Principal Investigator | Year of Award | Amount Sanctioned | Duration of the project | Name of the Funding Agency | Type (Government/non-Government) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Multpurpose Hybrid Agro-Vehicle
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Dr.Hanumanthe Gowda
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Mechanical Engineering
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2020
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0.075
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6 months
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Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology
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Government
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Design and development and performance of a solar tree
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Dr.Sreenivasa Reddy, Dr. Jagannath Reddy
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Mechanical Engineering
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2020
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0.075
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6 months
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Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology
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Government
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Design & Development of Multipurpose Agro-Vehicle
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Dr.Hanumanthe Gowda
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Mechanical Engineering
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2020
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0.05
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6 months
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Visveswareaya Technological University,Belagavi
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Government
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Formation & Testing of Bio-Bricks
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Dr.Sreenivasa Reddy
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Mechanical Engineering
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2020
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0.05
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6 months
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Visveswareaya Technological University,Belagavi
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Government
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|
Multpurpose Hybrid Agro-Vehicle
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Dr.Hanumanthe Gowda
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Mechanical Engineering
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2021
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0.05
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6 months
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Visveswareaya Technological University,Belagavi
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Government
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Design and development and performance of a solar tree
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Dr.Sreenivasa Reddy
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Mechanical Engineering
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2021
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0.05
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6 months
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Visveswareaya Technological University,Belagavi
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Government
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Bio Bricks
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Dr.Sreenivasa Reddy
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Mechanical Engineering
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2021
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0.025
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6 months
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Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology
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Government
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| Sl. No. | Guide Name | USN | Students Name | Title of Project | Journal Name | Paper link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
Dr. Sunil Kumar K
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1RL21ME401
1RL21ME404 1RL21ME415 1RL21ME417 |
Darshan S R
Kushal P Sudarshan U Varshith N |
Design and Development of Pneumatic Sheet Metal Cutting Machine
|
International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
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|
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2
|
Dr. Hanumanthe Gowda
|
1RL20ME005
1RL20ME006 1RL21ME402 1RL21ME412 |
M Pavan Kumar
Reddy
Nalina L Kariyanna Gari Shashank Prabhu G V |
Design and
Fabrication of
Horizontal Axis Wind
Turbine
|
International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
|
|
|
3
|
Dr. Suchendra
K R
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1RL20ME001
1RL21ME408 1RL21ME410 1RL21ME418 |
Bhavani
Manoj T. M N Lakshmi Puthra Venkatesh S |
Design and
Fabrication of
Automatic Lawn
Mower
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International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
|
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4
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Mr.
Raghavendra
Prasad
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1RL20ME002
1RL20ME003 1RL21ME400 1RL21ME403 |
Deepak Achar
Dhanush K C Bharath K Kishor H B |
Semi-Automatic Floor
Cleaner
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International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
|
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|
5
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Dr. Lokesh
Yadhav B R
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1RL21ME405
1RL21ME407 1RL21ME409 1RL21ME411 |
Madan T L
Manjunath P Manu S Nikhil T |
Design and
Fabrication of Sambar
Serving Machine
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International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
|
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6
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Dr. Harish R S
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1RL21ME406
1RL21ME413 1RL21ME414 1RL21ME416 |
Madhusudhan K M
Pruthvikumar Srinivasa C T Suryateja K J |
Design and
Fabrication of Wood
Cutting and Buffing
Machine
|
International Journal of
Scientific Research in
Mechanical and Materials
Engineering
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| USN/ Reg ID | Name of Research Scholar | Name of Guide | Registered for Ph.D. | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1RL16PMS01
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Mr Harish R S
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Dr. M Sreenivasa Reddy
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2015
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PhD Awarded
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1RL17PMA01
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Mr Bharath L
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Dr. M Sreenivasa Reddy
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2016
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PhD Awarded
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1RL17PMA02
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Mr Suchendra K R
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Dr. M Sreenivasa Reddy
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2016
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PhD Awarded
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1RL17PMS01
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Mr Mohan V
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Dr. M Sreenivasa Reddy
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2016
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Comprehensive Viva-Voce
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1RL20PME01
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Mr Devaraju G P
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Dr. Hanumanthe Gowda
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2020
|
Course work
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1RL21PME01
|
Mr Arun R
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Dr. Hanumanthe Gowda
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2022
|
Course work
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Writing a report on a student development program/ workshop on “Convergence of Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science” program involved with the many current affairs content to fill the gap between industry and academic. The main aim to enhance the overall academic, professional, and personal growth of students pursuing mechanical engineering. This comprehensive program incorporates a variety of activities, workshops, and initiatives designed to foster technical skills, encourage innovation, and promote holistic development. The program is structured to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing students for successful careers in the field of mechanical engineering. The Student Development Program for the students strives to cultivate well-rounded and industry-ready graduates. By combining technical excellence with soft skills development and practical experiences, the program aims to empower students to thrive in their academic pursuits and future professional endeavors within the field of mechanical engineering. . Read More
A Mechanical Premier League cup-2023 was organized on 23rd December, 2023 by the Department of Mechanical Engineering department . This was a one day Cricket game for all Mechanical Engineering Staffs and Students of all semesters. This MPL Cup was played on 23rd December, 2023 on this occasion we had our beloved Sri J Rajendra Sir, Vice Chairman, SDUET, Kolar. Mr. Babu Reddy N S, Director- HRM, RLJGI. Dr. M Sreenivasa Reddy Director and Dean in Academics and R&D, RLJIT. Dr. P Vijayakarthik Principal, RLJIT. Dr. Shiva Prasad K M, Vice- Principal, RLJIT. Dr. Sunil Kumar K, Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department. Dr. Suchendra K R, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Kumaraswamy J, Assistant Professor,Department of Mechanical Engineering. The dignitaries were welcomed by Prof. Nagesh H C Convenor of MPL-Cup-2023. Read More
On Achievers Day at our department, students showcased their outstanding accomplishments in academics, research, and extracurricular activities. The event celebrated achievements, recognized top performers, and provided a platform for students to share their experiences and projects with the community. Guest speakers and faculty members also motivated students to continue striving for excellence in their academic and professional pursuits. Overall, it was a day of inspiration and acknowledgment of the hard work and dedication of the college community. Achievers Day was a resounding success, honoring the exceptional accomplishments of our students at our department. The event featured presentations highlighting academic achievements, innovative projects, and noteworthy extracurricular endeavors. Distinguished guests and faculty members commended the hard work and dedication of the achievers, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and continuous pursuit of excellence. The day served as a motivating platform, inspiring all students to reach their goals and contribute meaningfully to their academic and professional journeys.Read More
Wishing all the esteemed professors of our Department, a prosperous New Year filled with innovative breakthroughs and academic success. May the coming year bring new challenges to conquer and discoveries to be made in the realm of engineering education.
The main aim is to conduct the FDP is to fill the gap between the Class room to corporate.Engineering arena is integrated and Industry 4.0 almost industries are automated. So we need to uplift the faculties thought process so we are organized this FDP to steer their career in the professional area successfully.
A faculty development programme was organized from 17th April, 2023 to 21st by the department of mechanical engineering .This was a one week Faculty Development Programme where various related subtopics were discussed in detail by eminent educationists and a very beneficial academic environment was experienced by the participants.
An expert talk on Intellectual Property Right (IPR) and Innovations/Patents in Engineering development program was organized on 21st October 2022 by the Department of mechanical engineering. This was a one-day Programme where various related subtopics were discussed in detail by eminent educationist and a very beneficial academic environment was experienced by the participants.
