
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Working as an Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical Engineering, actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students through theory classes, laboratory sessions, and project guidance. Contributes to curriculum design and academic planning to enhance student learning outcomes and align with contemporary engineering practices. Serves as NBA Coordinator (Automobile Engineering) and is actively involved in departmental academic administration, quality assurance activities, and timetable coordination. Functions as a class coordinator and mentor, providing academic guidance and support to students beyond the classroom environment.
Guides undergraduate and postgraduate students in academic projects, technical presentations, and research-oriented activities. Engages in computational and experimental research in the areas of finite element analysis of orthopedic and dental implants, structural and stress analysis of biomedical components, and machinability and chip formation analysis in advanced materials. Has published 43 research papers in reputed journals, filed 7 patents, and secured 3 Patent grants.
Possesses technical expertise in engineering simulation and design tools including ANSYS, CATIA 3D experienece and SolidWorks for computational modeling, structural analysis, and product development applications. Actively updates professional and research knowledge by participating in conferences, workshops, faculty development programs, and other academic activities at national and international levels. Contributes to departmental development through academic coordination, student mentoring, and research initiatives.
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Automotive Ergonomics | VI Semester |
| Fracture Failure Analysis | VII Semester |
| Finite Element Analysis | VI Semester |
| Strength of Materials | III Semester |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D | Ureter flow analysis using CFD | Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal | 2023 |
| M.Tech | Computer Aided Mechanical Design and Analysis | Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal | 2008 |
| B.E | Mechanical Engineering | VTU, Belgaum | 2002 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, MAHE | Associate Professor | 09/2023 - Till Date |
| Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, MAHE | Assistant Professor -Senior | 09/2012 to 09/2023 |
| Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, MAHE | Assistant Professor | 09/2008 to 07/2012 |