Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
QUAILTY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME ON
RESEARCH –
TRENDS, TOOLS AND
PROCESSES
(24, 26 AND 27TH SEPTEMBER 2016)
ACADEMIC YEAR 2016-17
Christ University, Bangalore
Karnataka,India
www.christuniversity.in
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Date: 24th, September, 2016
SESSION 1 The session began with an introduction by Mr. Darshan S M.
Facilitator Dr. P Palpandian
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 9:45-10:15am
Topic Prediction and enhancements of stability of high speed spindles and thin walled structures
Objectives How to promote research activities in the department of Mechanical engineering
Learning Outcomes
Overview on teaching, learning and research
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The presentation portrayed an overview on teaching, learning and research
Session Photos
Facilitator Dr. Shankar V
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 10:15-11:00 am
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Topic Challenges in research
Objectives To be aware of the challenges faced during the research activities
Learning Outcomes
Participants understood clearly the seven top research challenges starting from choosing of right topic to collaboration of work with various institution
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned in detail the challenges one has to face during the span of research
Session Photos
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
SESSION 2
Facilitator Dr. Parvati Ramaswamy
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 11:00-11:40 am
Topic Development of Multi-layered functionally gradient thermal barrier coating
Objectives To study various types thermal barrier coating and coating methods for the application on an engine to improve its thermal efficiency
Learning Outcomes
The professor explained everything from the basic of material properties to various applications of TBC in different industries
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The presentation was crisp and clear which covered thoroughly through TBC and its application
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. Cyriac Sebastian
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 11:40- 12:00 am
Topic Composite Drive shafts
Objectives To implement advanced polymer composite drive-shafts in industries to reduce weight while maintaining the strength characteristics of the component
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the various types of advanced polymer composites and its application in automotive industries
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned in detail the various types of advanced polymer composites and its application in automotive and other industries
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. James Sathyakumar
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 12:00-12:50 am
Topic MR Fluids, Elastomers and Polymers
Objectives To fabricate an annular orifice passage damper through which MR Fluid can be transmitted from one chamber to another
Learning Outcomes
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
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
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Facilitator Prof. Reghu V R
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 1:40- 2:15 pm
Topic Thermal Barrier Coating
Objectives To improve the thermal efficiency of the engine using TBC
Learning Outcomes
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.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Session Photos
SESSION 3
Facilitator Dr. Gurumoorthy Hebbar
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 2:20-3:15 pm
Topic Experimental Investigation on Performance and emission characteristics of Alternate fuel engine
Objectives To develop alternate fuel for future prospective
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the various processes to extract bio-diesel from natural resources and making use of it in generating power
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof.Nagaraj Y
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 3:15-3:25 pm
Topic Experimental Investigation of hybrid machining on brittle materials using non conventional methods
Objectives To develop experimental setup of hybrid machining and performing machining operations on brittle materials
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the usage of hybrid machining on brittle materials and machine the complicated areas of component
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned the various types of hybrid machining and the parameters involved in machining
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Session Photos
Facilitator Dr. Pranab Das
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 3:25-3:45 pm
Topic Financial support for new product development
Objectives To collaborate with the ministry of mines and set up waste management projects
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the recycling of waste in converting into useful materials for future such as converting waste foundry sand for construction
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor gave an appreciable presentation on the recycling of waste into useful products
Session Photos
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
SESSION 4
Facilitator Prof.Ben Rajesh
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 3:50-4:05 pm
Topic Design and analysis of adsorption air-chiller
Objectives To design and create a prototype model of air-chiller and theoretical analysis of the performance
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the usage of SOLIDWORKS to design and how the efficiency of the set up is increased using the new model
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned clearly in brief the design and development of a theoretical concept of improving the efficiency of an air-chiller
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. Chennakeshava R
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:05-4:10 pm
Topic Micro and nano particles introduced in metal matrix composites
Objectives To introduce a new method of fabrication of MMC (twin rolled casting)
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the study of fatigue and vibration characteristics of selected MMC for gas turbine applications
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned clearly in brief the study of fatigue and vibration characteristics of various MMC for gas turbine applications
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. Umesh V
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:10-4:15 pm
Topic Micro robotics
Objectives To fabricate micro or nano robots for surgery application (street dog)
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the various types of nano robots and its application in various fields
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The presentation gave an informatory session of a new subject which has a wide range of future scope
Facilitator Prof. Ravichandran G
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:15-4:20 pm
Topic Processing and characterization of alumina silicate nano-tube for the development of novel class of reinforced polymer composites
Objectives To characterize all mechanical properties and wear properties and modelling
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the development of new class of material for mechanical application
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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.
Facilitator Prof. Darshan S M
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:20-4:25 pm
Topic Mechanical characterization of filled polymer nano composites
Objectives To characterize all mechanical properties and wear properties of filled polymer nano composites
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described the development of new class of material for mechanical application
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned clearly in brief the processing and characterization of OMMT for the development of novel class of reinforced polymer composites.
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. Avinash Babu
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:25-4:30 pm
Topic Tribological analysisand mathematical modeling of wear reduction technique in rough journal bearing
Objectives To study the surface textures induced due to various machining operations and optimal parameters
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described how to induce surface texture to enhance the hydro-dynamic lift and reduce wear
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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
Session Photos
Facilitator Prof. Niranjana S J
Session Date and Time
24 September, 2016 4:30-4:35 pm
Topic Design and analysis of non AC bus coach with optimum airflow
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Objectives To design and analyse a non AC bus coach
Learning Outcomes
The presentation described how the design and analysis of non AC bus coach is conducted giving the boundary conditions
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The professor mentioned how well he described the analysis of non AC bus coach
Report prepared by
Ravichandran G, Ivan Sunit Rout, Vivek K S
Observer for day Dr. B R Raju, HOD, Automobile Engineering, Oxford College, Bangalore
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Date: 25th, September, 2016
SESSION 5
Facilitator Dr. Gurumoorthy Hebbar
Session Date and Time
09:30 AM to 10:15 AM 25 September, 2016
Topic General Aspects of Technical Paper Writing.
Objectives
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.
Learning Outcomes
A well-structured guideline to write a technical paper.
Details on literature types and writing styles.
Importance of grammar, tenses and sentence framing.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful
Session Photos
Facilitator Mr. Kiran K.
Session Date and Time
26/09/2016 11:15AM TO 12:15 PM
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Topic Research Publication- Trends Tools And Procedure.
Objectives
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.
Learning Outcomes
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.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful
Session Photos
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Session 6
Facilitator Mr. Pritesh Hadiya
Session Date and Time
26/09/2016 12:15 PM TO 1:00 PM
Topic Fundamentals of statistical tool : Mat Lab
Objectives
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.
Learning Outcomes
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.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful
Session Photos
Session 7
Facilitator Mr. Thejaraju
Time 02:00 PM TO 3:00 PM
Topic Fundamentals of Computational Fluid Dynamics
Objectives Elaborate introduction of CFD and its history.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Applications of CFD.
Advancement in CFD tools and methodology.
Meshing and grid generation.
Types of meshing elements.
Advantages and disadvantages of CFD.
Learning Outcomes
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.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful
Session Photos
Session 8
Facilitator Mr. Chennakeshava
Session Date and Time
26/09/2016 3:15 PM TO 4:00PM
Topic Fundamentals of ANSYS
Objectives
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.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Learning Outcomes
Exposure to Computational Fluid Dynamics
Application and significances of CFD
Procedures of setting up a problem
Advantages and limitations of CFD
External/Internal Observer Remarks
Concise presentation with appropriate examples and very resourceful
Session Photos
Report prepared by
Prof. Avinash Babu
Observer for Day Prof. James S. Kumar & Prof. Cyriac Sebastian
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Date: 26th, September, 2016
SESSION 9
Facilitator Dr. Pranob Das
Session Date and Time
09:30 AM to 10:15 AM 27 September, 2016
Topic Thrust areas in mechanical engineering and funding agencies
Objectives
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
Learning Outcomes
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
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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.
Session Photos
Facilitator Dr. Parvathi
Session Date and Time
10.15 AM to 11.00 AM 27 September, 2016
Topic Thrust areas in mechanical engineering and funding agencies
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
Objectives
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
Learning Outcomes
Identify and address existing gaps in the area of Energy generation, utilization through the use of Sustainable energy resources and methods.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
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.
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SESSION 10
Facilitator Dr Pal Pandian
Session Date and Time
11:15 AM to 12:00 PM 27 September, 2016
Topic Development of project proposals
Objectives
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
Learning Outcomes Able to apply for research Grants with higher confidence level
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Kengeri Campus, Mysore Road
To impart the culture of Research in academics as a sign of outcome based education.
External/Internal Observer Remarks
The presentation portrayed current trends which are likely to receive a fund, funding bodies, and description of proposed research.
Session Photos
Report prepared by Prof Anil Melwyn Rego & Prof Reena Joseph
Observer for Day 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.