Mechanical Engineering

Vemana IT has hosted a poster presentation competition in collaboration with IEEE Bengaluru section on 17th, February, 2024. There were 55 teams participated across various engineering streams. One of the mechanical team headed by Mohammad Muthaqin has won first prize for their project work poster presentation on fabrication and testing of glass sandwiched hybrid composites. The team membersare Akilesh S, Mohammad Muthaqin&Gnanendra N under the guidance of Mrs. K S Meenalochani.

Final year student Priya B won the Best Student award at 16th Karnataka State Level ISTE Student Convention held on 22nd Feb 2020

Best project award of the year in 41st series state level seminar & exhibition
Four final year projects were selected for the 41st series of student project programme by Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology, Bengaluru for display at Jyothi Institute of Technology, Bengaluru on 19th May 2018. Of these, three got selected for state level seminar and one for exhibition in the KSCST Seminar and Exhibition held at Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, Davangere on 10th and 11th August 2018. The project "Performance characteristics of Methanol extracted from atmospheric Carbon-dioxide" was adjudged as the best project of the year under Bio-fuel section for the year 2018. Final year students Rakshan, Binu, Shankar and Ravi Kiran carried out this work under the guidance of Prof. Puneeth S.

Our students participated & got Best paper award at 16 th Karnataka State Level ISTE Student Convention held on 22nd Feb 2020

Sl. No.	Students Name	USN	Title of the Event	Conducted by	Remarks
1	SAMEERA UMRAZ	1VI17ME076	SMART WORLD THROUGH INNOVATIVE FUTURE TECHNOLOGY	K.S. INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLGY & ISTE, Bengaluru	BEST PAPER
2	PRIYA B	1VI16ME052
3	ADESH G M	1VI14ME006

Sl. No.	Students Name	USN	Title of the Event	Venue & Date	Remarks
Academic Year 2018-19
1	PRAJWAL H K	1VI16ME014	10 K International Marathon	Israel, 15th March 2019	Secured 13th Place
			Cross Country (National Level)	Mangalore University, Mangalore, 24th to 28th Nov. 2018	Participated
			Marathon (State Level)	SJCIT, Chickaballapura, Karnataka, 26-29th Oct 2018	Secured 3rd Place

Academic Year 2017-18
1	PRAJWAL H K	1VI16ME014	Cross Country (State Level)	NMAMIT Nitte Karkala, Karnataka, 27th & 28th Feb 2018	Secured Gold Medal
			Cross Country (National Level)	VTU, Belagavi Karnataka, 30th Oct 2017	Participated
2	MOHAN B.	1VI16ME036	Athletics(1500 mts, State Level)	VTU, Belagavi Karnataka, 3rd to 6th Nov 2017	Secured Gold Medal

Hearty congratulations to our student Prajwal H K who partciated & Secured 13^th place in 10K Marathon at Israel on 15^th March 2019.

A High velocity "Ballistic Impact Test Apparatus" indigenously designed, developed and commissioned by the Department of Mechanical Engineering.

"ISTE Student Chapter Activities was started by the Department on 28th February 2015"

The department has indigenously designed, developed and commissioned a "DROP WEIGHT IMPACT TEST MACHINE" for dynamic tests which is unique in the academic field.

Academic results Class toppers (2020-21 Odd sem)

7^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME003	AISHWARYA A C	87.5	700
2	1VI17ME022	DHARSHAN REDDY M	86.75	694
3	1VI17ME063	PRASHANTHA A	85.5	684

5^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI18ME029	SHREYA JENNIFER	81.22	731
2	1VI18ME002	BANDLA PRASANTH	80.55	725
3	1VI18ME014	MOULA S H	80.33	723

3^rd Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI19ME033	RAGHUNATH REDDY M	85.22	767
2	1VI19ME052	Y SAI RACHANA	84.44	760
3	1VI19ME002	AKASH GUPTA M	81.77	736

Academic results Class toppers (2020-21 Even sem)

8^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME028	HARSHIT NAIK	92.71	649
2	1VI17ME036	KESHAV KUMAR	92.57	648
3	1VI17ME093	SURAKSHAKA S POOJARI	92.42	647

Academic results Class toppers (2019-20 odd sem)

7^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI16ME071	SUHAS N	86.87	695
2	1VI16ME005	ASHWIN KALKUR M R	85.25	682
3	1VI16ME042	NABIL AHMED	83.88	671

5^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME093	SURAKSHAKA S POOJARI	85.25	682
2	1VI17ME079	SANJAY M	85	680
3	1VI17ME063	PRASHANTHA A	84	672

3^rd Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI18ME029	SHREYA JENNIFER	81.56	734
2	1VI18ME023	RITHIK MANJU P	81.44	733
3	1VI18ME002	BANDLA PRASANTH	80.78	727

Academic results Class toppers (2019 - 20 Even sem)

8^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI16ME040	MONISH J	95	665
2	1VI16ME071	SUHAS N	94.42	661
3	1VI16ME026	KISHOR P G	92.86	650

6^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME093	SURAKSHAKA S POOJARI	89.63	717
2	1VI17ME063	PRASHANTHA A	89.13	713
3	1VI17ME079	SANJAY M	88.63	709

4^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI18ME023	RITHIK MANJU P	90.00	810
2	1VI18ME002	BANDLA PRASANTH	88.11	793
3	1VI18ME029	SHREYA JENNIFER	87.67	789

Academic results Class toppers (2018-19 odd sem)

7^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI15ME033	KUMARA MANJUNATHA G S	85.12	681
2	1VI15ME070	RAJESH R	81.5	652
3	1VI15ME097	VENUGOPALA RAO VATTAM	81.12	649

5^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI16ME087	WASEEM PASHA	80.25	642
2	1VI16ME005	ASHWIN KALKUR M R	79.88	639
3	1VI16ME052	PRIYA B	79.75	638

3^rd Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME093	SURAKSHAKA S POOJARI	89.41	760
2	1VI17ME005	AKASH SINGH	86.35	734
3	1VI17ME079	SANJAY M	85.18	724
4	1VI17ME083	SHARATH KUMAR S	85.18	724

Academic results Class toppers (2018 - 19 Even sem)

8^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI15ME033	KUMARA MANJUNATHA G S	91.71	642
2	1VI15ME062	PRAJWAL R N	90.57	634
3	1VI15ME085	SRINATH A	89.28	625

6^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI16ME042	NABIL AHMED	79.75	638
2	1VI16ME040	MONISH J	79.38	635
3	1VI16ME005	ASHWIN KALKUR M R	77.13	617

4^th Semester Class Toppers

SL. No	USN	NAME	PERCENTAGE	MARKS
1	1VI17ME003	AISHWARYA A C	85.18	724
2	1VI17ME006	AMITKUMAR A	81.76	695
3	1VI17ME079	SANJAY M	81.53	693

Anvaya Viksit Competition - Alliance University

A team of students from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology, secured First Prize with a cash award of ₹50,000/- (Rupees Fifty Thousand only) in the ANVAYA VIKSIT Competition, conducted as part of Alliance One 3.0, an Inter-University Techno-Cultural event organized by Alliance University, Bangalore. The event was held from 19th to 21st March 2025 and witnessed participation from teams representing various universities across the country.
The team was recognized for their outstanding performance, innovation, and effective teamwork under the guidance of Dr. Mujeeb Pasha, Assistant Professor.

Team Members:

1. Tarun S
2. Preetham G
3. U. Sai Chand
4. Sathish K
5. Tribhuvan G

The Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering jointly organized a three-day Automotive Workshop on “Future and Emerging Automotive Technologies” from 11th to 13th November 2025. The objective of the workshop was to provide students with exposure to recent advancements and innovations in the automotive sector, along with hands-on learning experience.

Day 1 started with the inauguration ceremony

Keynote Address by the Chief Guest-

Mr. T S Ravishankar, Sr. Manager, Bosch Ltd., Bangalore addressed the students during his keynote on the topic future automobile trends in India and the electric mobility revolution (EVs). This is the most dominant trend, with aggressive government goals (like 30% EV penetration by 2030) and massive market acceleration:

Explosive Growth in EVs: The market is witnessing exponential growth, especially in the Two-Wheeler (2W) and Three-Wheeler (3W) segments, which are easier to electrify. The Passenger Vehicle (PV) segment is also growing rapidly, led by domestic players like Tata Motors and Mahindra.
Infrastructure Build-Up: There will be a continuous, strong focus on expanding the charging infrastructure (both fast-charging and slower AC chargers) and the rollout of battery-swapping technology to address range anxiety.
Dominance of Homegrown Players: Indian companies are leading the charge, with foreign company like BYD and potential entry by Tesla further intensifying the competition and boosting innovation.
Focus on Localisation: Government schemes like the PLI (Production Linked Incentive) are pushing for deeper localisation of the entire EV supply chain, especially for advanced battery technology.

He also told that While Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) are the flagship, India is adopting a multi-fuel strategy for a more sustainable transition:

Multi-Fuel Approach: The future will involve a mix of clean energy solutions, including:

o Strong Hybrids (HEVs): Serving as a crucial bridge technology for long-distance travel and fuel efficiency.
o Compressed Natural Gas (CNG): Remaining a popular, lower-emission alternative for cost-conscious consumers and fleets.
o Ethanol/Flex-Fuels: Promoting the use of domestically produced biofuels to reduce crude oil imports.
o Hydrogen: Emerging as the next frontier, especially for heavy-duty commercial vehicles (trucks and buses), with pilot projects already underway.

Circular Economy: A greater emphasis on battery recycling, vehicle scrappage policies, and the use of sustainable, bio-based materials in manufacturing to reduce the overall environmental footprint.
Stricter Emission Norms: Continuous evolution of regulations like the Bharat Stage (BS) standards and Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms to push manufacturers toward cleaner Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and alternative fuel vehicles.

He also addressed that vehicles will become smarter, safer, and more connected like the systems of ADAS, V2X, delayed full autonomy and smart manufacturing.

Overview of Automotive Technologies for Present and Future:

Mr. D. Sandeep, GM, R&D, Bosch addressed the gathering about the present technologies in modern vehicles, representing the current standard for safety & control, Power train & efficiency, and comfort.

He also spoke about the future technologies which are actively in development, scaling up, and are set to define the next decade of mobility. This shift is often summarized by the acronym CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric/Electrified).

ADAS – Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Overview:

Ms. Aishwarya Rajashekaran, Manager, Bosch Ltd., delivered a talk on the entire spectrum of ADAS features, from basic alerts to hands-free driving, is formally classified using the SAE J3016 standard for Levels of Driving Automation (L0 to L5).

ADAS features are broadly grouped into those that provide warnings and those that actively intervene to assist the driver.

1. Warning & Monitoring Systems (L0/L1) - Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM), Driver Drowsiness Detection (DDD).

2. Active Control & Assistance Systems (L1/L2) - Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Lane Centering Assist (LCA), Parking Assist (Autonomous/Assisted).

Functional Safety for Automotive applications:

Mr. Sachin K, RBIN, Bangalore enlightened about functional safety which is a cornerstone of modern automotive engineering, especially as vehicles become increasingly dependent on complex Electrical/Electronic (E/E) systems for critical functions like steering, braking, and advanced driver assistance. The primary standard governing functional safety in the automotive domain is ISO 26262.

Functional safety, in the context of road vehicles, is defined as the absence of unreasonable risk due to hazards caused by malfunctioning behaviour of E/E systems. It is a systematic approach to ensure that if a safety-critical system (e.g., an Anti-Lock Braking System sensor, or a power steering ECU) fails, it does so predictably and moves the vehicle to a safe state rather than causing a dangerous situation.

He also gave a glimpse about the Guiding Standard: ISO 26262

Focus: It provides a detailed, lifecycle-based framework (from concept to decommissioning) to manage and mitigate risks stemming from systematic failures (design flaws, software bugs) and random hardware failures.

Dismantling session:

As a part of practical learning in the Automotive/Mechanical Engineering curriculum, a dismantling session of an Air-Cooled (AC) / Reciprocating (RC) Engine was conducted for students. The main objective of the activity was to provide hands-on experience in engine components, functioning, and maintenance procedures.

During the session, students worked in small groups under the guidance of faculty and technical instructors. Proper workshop safety measures such as wearing gloves, safety shoes, and using correct tools were followed throughout the activity.

Students first observed the external parts of the engine including the cylinder head, fins, carburetor/fuel system, crankcase, ignition system, and cooling arrangement. The dismantling process began with the removal of auxiliary components. Later, internal parts such as the piston, connecting rod, crankshaft, valves, and cam mechanism were carefully disassembled. Each component was cleaned, inspected, and identified to understand its role in the internal combustion process.

Future Electrification Technologies and Strategies:

Mr. Nagendra H V, GM, TKM, Bidadi spoke about the future of electrification in the automotive sector is less about simply replacing the internal combustion engine (ICE) and more about a holistic transformation that impacts battery chemistry, vehicle architecture, and the energy grid itself. This transformation is focused on three major pillars: Energy Density (Batteries), Efficiency and Speed (Architecture), and Integration (Smart Grid).

He also enhanced about next-Generation Battery Technologies, the primary goal is to increase range, decrease charging time, and improve safety and lifespan, all while reducing dependence on critical materials.

A. Solid-State Batteries (SSBs) - Often called the "holy grail" of battery tech, SSBs replace the liquid electrolyte in current Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries with a solid, conductive material. It has Higher Energy Density, Faster Charging, Improved Safety.

B. Alternative Chemistries - Research is moving beyond traditional Li-ion (Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt or NMC) and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistries. Some of the other types include Sodium-Ion (Na-ion), Silicon-Anode Batteries.

Integrated Latest Motorcycle Technologies:

Mr. Praveen Nambyar, Asst., GM, R & D, TVS Motors Ltd, Hosur enlightened about the motorcycle industry is rapidly integrating advanced technologies, moving far beyond simple mechanical advancements into sophisticated electronic systems. These advancements are focused primarily on three key areas: Safety & Stability, Connectivity & Rider Experience, and Performance & Efficiency.

Here is some overview of the latest integrated motorcycle technologies, categorized by its function.

1. Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) - This is the most critical area of development, adapting car safety technology to the unique dynamics of a motorcycle (especially the lean angle). ARAS is enabled by radar and a sophisticated Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU).

A. Core Safety Technologies (IMU-Based) - The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) is a 6-axis sensor that constantly measures the motorcycle's pitch, roll, yaw, and acceleration. This data allows the electronics to tailor their intervention to the exact lean angle and dynamic state of the bike.

B. Radar-Based Assistance - Radar sensors (typically one or two) are mounted on the front and/or rear of the bike to enable dynamic assistance features.

2. Connectivity and Rider Experience - Motorcycles are becoming part of the "Internet of Things," offering seamless integration with digital life.

TFT (Thin-Film-Transistor) Displays: Fully digital, high-resolution color dashboards that have replaced analog gauges. They display everything from ride modes and GPS to diagnostics.

Smartphone Integration: Full Bluetooth connectivity allows riders to connect their smartphones for:

o Turn-by-Turn Navigation displayed directly on the bike's TFT screen.

o Hands-free Communication and music control via helmet communicators.

o Remote Diagnostics and vehicle status checks via a companion app (e.g., fuel level, battery charge).

Smart Helmets: Advanced helmets with integrated technologies like:

o Heads-Up Displays (HUD): Projecting speed, gear, and navigation onto the visor.

o Built-in Cameras and crash detection systems that automatically call emergency services (eCall).

3. Drivetrain and Performance

Technological advancements are refining both traditional combustion engines and electric powertrains.

Electric Powertrains: The shift toward electric motorcycles is gaining momentum, offering:
Automated Clutch/Gear Systems: New technologies are emerging to simplify low-speed and traffic riding:
Semi-Active Suspension: Electronic Suspension Systems (ESS) use the IMU and dedicated sensors to adjust the damping and preload of the suspension in real-time based on the road surface, speed, and riding style, optimizing handling and comfort instantly

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Overview:

Mr. Koushik K S, Sr. Manager, Bosch Ltd., delivered a talk on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) which are the present-day safety backbone of the automotive industry and the technological foundation for all future autonomous driving systems. ADAS refers to a collection of electronic technologies designed to assist the driver in operating the vehicle safely and efficiently by automating, adapting, and enhancing certain driving tasks. The comprehensive overview of ADAS is covering the key features, the technology that enables them, and the standardized classification system.

Assembling session of IC engine:

The assembly process was carried out step-by-step starting from mounting the crankshaft into the cylinder block followed by the installation of main bearings and connecting rod bearings. Next, pistons were carefully inserted into the cylinders using piston ring compressors, ensuring correct alignment.

After completing the bottom-end assembly, attention was shifted to the valve mechanism and timing system. Students installed the camshaft and timing gears, checking the valve timing accurately as per specifications. The cylinder head was then positioned and fastened using the recommended tightening sequence and torque values. Further components including the intake and exhaust manifold, injector unit, lubrication system, and cooling system fittings were assembled in the final stage.

Alternative Fuels (CNG and Hydrogen Engines)

Mr. Yogesh Bolar, Vice President, Engines R & D, Ashok Leyland, hosur said that Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Hydrogen represent two distinct alternative fuel strategies: one focused on immediate, cost-effective transition, and the other on a long-term, truly zero-carbon future. The overview of the technologies, benefits, and challenges of both CNG and Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs) are

1. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Engines - CNG is primarily methane, a fossil fuel that serves as an effective, cleaner bridge technology for existing transportation infrastructure. The technology overview was on engine type, conversion, storage. The benefits of CNG are cost-effectiveness, lower emissions (Bridge Fuel), mature infrastructure, reduced engine wear. Also, the challenges in CNG are fossil fuel nature, limited range, lower performance.

2. Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engines (H2-ICE) - Hydrogen ICEs (H2-ICEs) use the same mechanical architecture as traditional engines but burn hydrogen gas instead of fossil fuels, offering a path to near-zero carbon emissions with the familiarity of existing engine technology. The technology overview was on engine type, modifications, and storage. The benefits of H2-ICE are Near-Zero carbon emissions, familiar technology, heavy-duty application. Also, the challenges are source of hydrogen, emissions, infrastructure & cost, energy efficiency.

Caterpillars Heavy Vehicles Emissions Technologies:

Mr. Rajiv Reddy, Manager, Large Mining Truck, Caterpillars said that the Caterpillar's approach

to heavy vehicle emissions compliance focuses on a combination of in-engine and after treatment technologies to meet global standards like the US EPA Tier 4 Final, European Stage V, and others. Here are some of the core technologies Caterpillar uses for heavy vehicle emissions like,

1. ACERT Technology (Advanced Combustion Emissions Reduction Technology) - This is the foundational strategy Caterpillar developed to reduce emissions directly within the engine's combustion process without sacrificing fuel efficiency. It focuses on four core engine systems like Air Management, Fuel System, Electronic Controls (ADEM).

2. After treatment Systems - Modern heavy-duty diesel engines, including Caterpillar's, rely heavily on exhaust after treatment systems to meet the most stringent emission limits for particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). The different types of catalyst used are Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC), Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Regeneration, Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR).

He concluded that Caterpillar's heavy vehicle emissions strategy is a comprehensive approach that engineers the combustion process (ACERT) to be as clean as possible and then employs a suite of aftertreatment systems (DOC, DPF, SCR) to capture and convert the remaining pollutants before they are released.

Lithium-Ion Batteries: Fundamentals, Design and What’s next:

Dr. Abhishek Singh, Executive, Volvo enlightened our students about Lithium-Ion batteries are the backbone of modern portable electronics and electric vehicles. Here is an overview of their fundamentals, design, and the path forward. The Li-Ion battery is a type of rechargeable battery that stores energy by the reversible movement of lithium ions between two electrodes in a process called intercalation (the reversible insertion of ions into a host material). Which is represented in the diagram shown below.

He also added that the design key components of Li-ion cell consist of four main components are cathode (Positive Electrode) & anode (Negative Electrode), electrolyte, separator, and current collectors.

To conclude what’s next generation technologies in Li-ion technology as it is approaching to theoretical energy density limits and still faces challenges related to safety (flammability of liquid electrolyte) and supply chain sustainability (reliance on materials like cobalt). The future of battery technology is focused on two main paths advanced Li-ion variants and revolutionary "beyond Li-ion" technologies.

1. Advanced Lithium-Ion like Silicon Anodes, high-Nickel Cathodes, Faster Charging.

2. Next-Generation Chemistry like Solid-State Batteries, Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) and Sodium-Ion (Na-ion) Batteries.

Industrial Visit to BMTC Electric Bus Depot – Shanthinagar, Bengaluru:

The workshop featured expert resource persons from reputed industries and academia, who delivered interactive sessions on cutting-edge technologies including electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid powertrains, autonomous driving systems, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), automotive sensors, and intelligent communication systems used in modern vehicles. Participants gained insights into design fundamentals, real-world applications, and future trends in mobility solutions.

Hands-on demonstration and practical training sessions were also conducted, enabling students to understand vehicle diagnostics, EV components, and emerging communication technologies in automobiles. The workshop encouraged teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving skills among the participants.

Overall, the event provided a valuable learning platform, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and industrial practices. The workshop concluded with a positive feedback session and distribution of participation certificates

The 3-day skill lab workshop on industrial robotics provided hands-on training focused on the fundamentals and applications of robotics in industrial settings. The workshop covered the following key topics:
Introduction to Industrial Robotics: Participants learned about the role of robotics in automation and their impact on industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and assembly lines.
Robotic Programming and Control: Training included programming languages like Python, C++, and specialized robotic languages to control and program industrial robots, including robotic arms used in assembly lines.
Robotics Frameworks and Tools: Participants were familiarized with tools such as ROS (Robot Operating System) and other software used to simulate, control, and monitor robotic systems.
Safety and Maintenance: The workshop emphasized safety protocols and maintenance practices essential for working with industrial robots, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Through practical exercises and real-world applications, participants gained essential skills in programming, operating, and troubleshooting industrial robots, equipping them to contribute to automation projects across various industries.

Inter College Project Exhibition Avishkar-2024

On April 30th, 2024, Vemana Institute of Technology held Project Competition AVISHKAR 2024.

An inter-college project exhibition named 'AVISHKAR-2024' was organized by the Student Project Committee, in collaboration with the ISTE and IEEE Student Branch Chapters of Vemana IT. The exhibition took place on April 30th, 2024, and brought together students from various institutions to showcase their innovative projects and ideas.

In this exhibition, total 15 colleges were presented with 66 projects in different categories. All projects were evaluated by renowned experts and 13 were shortlisted for the Avishkar 2024 prizes. The following table represents the project list selected from stream 3 (Mechanical Engineering) and won the prize.

Mechanical Engineering (Winner list)

Sl. No.	Batch No.	Title	Team Members	Guide	College
01	PE/S3-01	Smart Hybrid System for Two-Wheeler Vehicles.	1)Dhanraj Chaitanya N 2)CharanBetta B 3)Jayasimha D 4)Deepak S	Prof. Viraj Deshpande	RNS Institute of Technology Bangalore
02	PE/S3-06	Multipurpose Seed Sowing Machine	1) Malatesha N, 2) Ravindhara C H 3) Vijay Kumar B R 4) Darshan M	Prof. Naveen Kumar R	Vemana Institute of Technology Bangalore

A Two Day Skill Development Program On "Autodesk Fusion 360"

The Department of Mechanical Engineering was organized a skill development program on "Autodesk Fusion 360" for 4th and 6th semester students on June 4th-5th, 2024. Er. Priyadharshik, a technical software trainer, provided an overview of the software, demonstrating its capabilities in creating 3D models and assembling components like screwjack and plumber blocks. At the end of the session, students expressed satisfaction with their newfound proficiency in using the software for model creation, gaining confidence in their abilities.

A Three Day Skill development program On Automobiles & Electric Vehicles The Department of Mechanical Engineering has organizied an enlightening "Three-Day Skill Development Program on Automobiles & Electric Vehicles." The program's core mission revolves around equipping academic institutions and students with contemporary knowledge in automobile technology, preparing them to tackle the rapid evolution in this domain. By fostering inspiration through research and innovation, our goal is to immerse students in the latest trends within automotive technology, empowering them to embrace industry challenges confidently. This emphasis on research and innovation not only cultivates individual knowledge but also contributes significantly to societal advancements.

Marking its commencement, the inaugural function took place on December 21st, 2023. Dr. Vijaysimha Reddy B. G., Principal of Vemana IT, extended a warm welcome to the attendees. Dr. Lokesha G Reddy, Convener &HoD of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, provided an insightful overview of the Skill Development Program.

The highlight of the event was the esteemed presence of Mr.Yogesh Bolar, Vice President of Engines R&D at Ashok Leyland, as the chief guest. During the inauguration, Mr.Bolar delivered a keynote address focussed around "Sustainable Transportation Solutions for Heavy-Duty Transport Vehicles."

Representatives from esteemed automotive companies such as Ashok Leyland, Volvo Group India Private Limited, Green Tiger Technologies, and Bosch Limited shared invaluable insights at our event. They delved into pressing contemporary issues like Global Warming, Climate Change, and Vehicular Air Pollution, discussing worldwide mitigation strategies.

The discussions spanned various crucial topics, including the latest advancements in Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) - both Petrol and Diesel engines. The focus extended to sophisticated Electronic Fuel Injection Systems like Common Rail Fuel Injection Systems, coupled with Exhaust Gas After Treatment Devices, essential for meeting the stringent BS6 vehicular emission norms enforced since April 2020. Comparative analysis of fuel economy among Diesel, CNG, and Hydrogen fuel sources also took center stage.

Safety measures for vehicles were a prominent point of discussion, encompassing topics such as ABS (Anti-lock Braking Systems), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), and IoT Solutions designed to enhance safety standards.

Guest speakers also shed light on the current trends in Electric Vehicles (EVs) within the Indian landscape, providing comprehensive insights into the Government of India's incentive schemes, particularly catering to startup projects in this domain.

The hands-on segment of the program offered an invaluable experience. Approximately 100 students (both Mechanical and Electronics & Communication Engineering), actively engaged in practical sessions involving the dismantling and assembly of petrol and diesel engines, fostering a practical understanding of the theoretical concepts discussed.

40 hrs workshop on “Digital Twining Hyper works Coherent” was inaugurated on 25th February 2023 for the final semester students of Mechanical Engineering in association with Altair Engineering. Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B.G., Principal, Vemana Institute of Technology, and Mr. Sridharan Venkataramanan, Associate Vice President, Global Logic, inaugurated the workshop. The key speakers include Mr. Subramanyam Bhatt, Mr. Raghu Nandan, and Mr. Siraj shared their valuable knowledge on the above topic for Mechanical engineering students. In his presidential address, Principal highlighted the importance of Industry 4.0, which is revolutionizing how companies manufacture and distribute their products. Manufacturers are integrating new technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing and analytics, and AI and machine learning, into their production facilities and operations.

The Student Project committee planned and organized the project exhibition on 15/7/2022.
The inaugural function started at 10:00 AM, presided by honorable President, Sri. S. Jayaram Reddy and attended by honorable General Secretary Sri. K.N. Krishna Reddy , honorable Joint Secretary P. Sadashiva Reddy and industry experts, Mr.Santhosh Kumar Adinarayan, Chief Design Engineer, Maxim Analog Devices, Dr. Babu Rao Ponangi, Senior Engineer, FEA Quest Global Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Saravanan Ganesh, Managing Director, and Chief, Coding coach, Principal Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B. G., all HoDs, Teaching and non-teaching staff.

The selection process for the project exhibition was done at the departmental level. A selection committee consisting of the Head of the department, two Senior faculties, and project coordinators, shortlisted the projects to be exhibited. The details of the selected projects are as follows:

SL. No	Department	No. of Projects	No. of Projects shortlisted
1	Civil	14	6
2	Computer Science and Engineering	36	12
3	Electronics and Communication Engineering	38	18
4	Information Science and Engineering	30	6
5	Mechanical Engineering	16	6
Total Number of projects		134	48

The experts from the industry and an internal evaluator visited the respective department exhibition halls, evaluated and the projects based on the rubrics parameter - idea, methodology, demonstration, outcome, and interaction.

The industry experts and evaluators declared the following winners and runners for the department of mechanical engineering projects.

I PRIZE

Project Title : Design and development of E-motor cart

Project group : Nachiketa S, Suman D, Nistchith S, Amogh. H.S

Guide : Dr. Lokesh G Reddy

II PRIZE

Project Title : Fabrication of automatic corn roasting machine

Project group : Gagan Kumar G, Lokesh R, Nivas R N, Naveen Kumar M

Guide : Mr. Rakesh B G

Abstract: The Objective of this # days Workshop was to expose the Students on Latest Automobile Technologies In this three day workshop basics on the working principle of an IC engines (types of engines, new technological trends on engines and vehicles) and practical disassembly and assembly of petrol and diesel engine aspects were covered.

Industry experts from Automobile Manufacturers Ashok Leyland, Bosch, Toyota Kirloskars Motors made presentation on the latest technologies involved for meeting the Indian Exhaust Gas Emission Norms.

Also students got awareness program on Global Warming / Climate changes , effects on heath / environment and mitigating measures to reduce the Carbon foot prints in the atmosphere air with the knowledge of proper maintenance / servicing of the vehicles.

Students also visited the Tata Centre of Excellence at ITI, dairy circle to understand the future vehicle trends.

Expert Speakers from the following Automotive Industries Participated in this three day Workshop:

Three day workshop Events and overview:

The workshop was inaugurated by KRJS management, event coordinators and the chief guests of the first day of workshop. Introduction of the workshop was presented by Head of Mechanical Department, Dr. Lokesha G Reddy.

Program events are as shown below:

Day 1: 17-05-2022, Tuesday.

Inauguration: 17th May at 9.30 AM

Seminar Hall: Principal, Students and Faculty Members of M.E

Introduction talk by Principal &HoD of ME Dept.

Session 1: Theory session (4 speakers)

Indian Scenario in the Automobile Technologies
Global Warming and Climate Changes : K. Jayanna Professor - Emeritus, Vemana IT at 10.00 AM - 10.15 AM
Indian Emission Norms and Testing cycles and Procedures - Bosch Ltd.
Mr. Koushik, Senior manager at 10.15 AM - 11.45 AM
Diesel Engine Trends. (Diesel Engines/ Common Rail Fuel Injection Technologies ) - Bosch Ltd. - Mr. Guheshwara Prabhu, Senior manager at 11.45 AM - 12.15 PM
Exhaust Gas After treatment Systems: Bosch Ltd - Mr. Pavan Kumar Chaganti, Senior manager at 12.15 PM - 1.00 PM

Session 2: Practical session
Practical Hands-on Experience via Assembly Bike Engines. Supported by Mr Sunil kumar and team of M/S MODTECH At 1.30 PM - 4.30 PM

Day 2: 18-05-2022, Wednesday.

Session 3: Theory session (3 speakers)

Diesel Engines Trends:
Diesel Engines / Vehicles - Ashok Leyland - Mr. Yogesh Bolar, GM at 9.00 - 10.30 AM
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI).- Bosch Ltd. - Mr. Senthil, Manager at 10.30 - 11.15 AM
Two wheeler technology evolution by TVS at 11.15 AM - 12.15 PM
Alternative Fuels: K. Jayanna Professor - Emeritus, Vemana IT.
(Ethanol, Bio Diesels, CNG. LPG, Bio Gas ...) at 12.15 PM - 1.00 PM

Session 4: Practical session
Practical Hands-on Experience via Assembly & Disassembly Car and Bike Engines.
Demonstration session on Engine Components - EGR, Turbo, Fuel Pump & Rail, Oil Filter-Cooler, Intercooler, Intake Manifold, ECU, Injectors, Catalytic Converter.
Supported by Mr. Sunil kumar and team of M/S MODTECH At 1.30 PM - 4.30 PM

DAY 3: 19-05-2022, Thursday.

Session 5: Theory session (3 speakers)
Electric Vehicles:
Indian Scenario in Electric Vehicles and technologies. TKM Training academy. Mr. Aswin Dsouza at 9.30 AM - 11.00 AM
Advances in 3 Wheeler technologies - Tech Mahindra Ltd - Mr. Jayanta Borah Practice Head- IES Automotive at 11.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Feedback and discussion on the workshop - HoD and ME faculty members.

Session 6: Practical session
Demonstration of facilities at TATA COE on Electric Vehicles at ITI, Dairy Circle, Bangalore. At 1.30 PM - 4.00 PM
Practical Hands-on experience on Electrical vehicles (Motors and Controllers).
Visit to Vemana-Toyota Centre of Excellence.

Inauguration
KRJS management along with Bosch executives inaugurated the program by lightning the lamp

Day 1

Session 1: Global Warming and Climate Changes - Speaker: K. Jayanna Professor - Emeritus, Mechanical Engineering Dept. Vemana IT.

The first session was on the "Global warming and Climate Change".

Air Pollution from the Vehicular exhaust gases contribute to the environmental changes Also Vehicles exhaust gases: CO - Carbon Monoxide, HC - Hydro Carbon, NoX- Nitric Oxides and PM- Particulate Matter affects the human health.

Interactive Session was mate with the Students.

In this second session Mr. Koushik spoke on the Indian Exhaust gas emission norms in comparison to other developed counties - BS1, BS2 BS3, BS4 & BS6 Norms .and also current On Board Diagnostics Norms - OBD Norms

He also explained the testing cycles and infrastructure required during the development of engines and vehicles different countries and for different types of engines. The European countries follow the EURO standards and India follows Bharat Stage (BS) norms.

Session 3: Diesel Engine Trends. (Diesel Engines/Common Rail Fuel Injection Technologies ), Bosch Ltd.; Speaker : - Mr. Guheshwara Prabhu, Senior Manager

Mr. Guheswara Prabhu covered the Topic on "Diesel Engine advancements and Diesel Fuel Injection System"

In this session he covered the earlier Mechanical Diesel Fuel Injection systems and also Electronically Controlled Higher Pressure Fuel Injection Systems - Common Rail Injection Systems.

Session 4: Exhaust Gas After treatment Systems,; By Bosch Ltd; Speaker: Mr. Pavan Kumar Chaganti, Senior Manager

The topic of this session was on "Vehicles with Exhaust Gas After treatment Devices for meeting BS VI exhaust emission norms".

He explained in details on the EGT Systems - Exhaust Gas After Treatment systems and components of the systems for both Gasoline Engines - 3 way Catalytic Convertor and Diesel Engine Systems : DOC- Diesel Oxidation Catalyst to reduce CO, DPF - Diesel particulate Filter to reduce PM, and SCR- Selective catalytic Reactor using AdBlue solution to reduce NoX in the vehicles.

Session 5: Practical Hands-on Experience on Assembly and Disassembly of Petrol Engines

In this session students made complete disassembly and assembly of the HONDA four stroke petrol engine with the help of guide and mechanic in scientific way.

Important engine parts / components list with materials / manufacturing procedures were understood and tabulated in the table .See the enclosures.

Assembly and Disassembly of HONDA petrol engine

Day 2

Session 1: Future Diesel Engines / Vehicles, By Ashok Leyland; Speaker: Mr. Yogesh Bolar, General Manager

In the second day session Mr. Yogesh Bolar made presentation on the Future Diesel Engines Trends for Buses and Commercial Vehicles.

He also briefed on engine technologies for usage of CNG- Compressed Natural gas, Bio Fuels, Hydrogen gas usage / applications and Electric Vehicles.

Mr. Yogesh Bolar suggested the Students to put efforts during their Project works, which will be assessed the student knowledge levels during entry in to the Industries.

Session 2: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), Bosch Ltd.; Speaker: Mr. Senthil, Manager

"Gasoline Injection System", for 2 wheeler and 4 Wheeler Passenger applications were covered.

Mr. Senthil explained in details on the earlier Carburetor fuel systems, Port injection systems and its merits / applications.

Session 3: Practical Hands-on Experience via Assembly & Disassembly Diesel Car Engines

In this session the practical demonstration and complete disassembly and assembly of Tata - Indica four stroke diesel engine was done.

Day 3

Session 1 : Hybrid Electric Vehicles and Technologies, by TKM Learning Center : Speaker: Mr. Ashwin D'souza and Mr. Jamruth.

"Trends in Hybrid electrical vehicles ( Micro, Mild and Strong Hybrid vehicles)", topics were covered along with the PHEV - Plug in Hybrid Vehicles, BEV - Battery Electric Vehicles and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles.

Practical session was held with Simulator model of the Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Visited Vemana Toyota Centre of Excellence.

Toyota team met KRJS Management and interacted on their plans for supporting the Students training programs.

Session 2: Demonstration of Electric Vehicles at Tata Centre of Excellence in ITI, Dairy Circle, Bangalore

Conclusion:

The overall workshop program was a good experience to the students in understanding the current and future trend in automobile technologies in the automobile industry and to understand the challenges that are present in the industry.

This workshop has brought an overall development in an individual to understand the requirements to be industry ready.

The Disassembly and Assembly of the IC engines both Petrol and Diesel engines gave good practical knowledge on the Components tolerances required and materials/ manufacturing methods being used for the engine components.

The workshop also exposed the students on the Awareness Programs on current Global Warming and the Climatic changes and mitigating measures to reduce the carbon foot prints in the atmosphere by proper maintenance / servicing of the vehicles, good driving habits , tree plantation towards better environment.

Participation Certificates were given to the Students.

Assembly and disassembly of a 4 stroke Petrol engine (Honda)
System components	Material	Manufacturing process
Air system
Air filter	Polyester- electrostatic cotton, activated carbon, bacterial layer, dust holding layer.	Pyrolysis or destructive distillation
Manifold	Alloy cast iron	Casting
Cylinder head	Aluminium or heat resistive cast iron	Gravity die casting
Inlet valve	Chrome silicon alloy steel or chrome nickel or tungsten steel	By friction welding of two materials
Exhaust valve	Chrome silicon alloy steel or chrome nickel or tungsten steel	By friction welding of two materials
Fuel system
Fuel tank	Aluminium, steel, and stainless steel	Rotational moulding
Spark plug	Nickel - alloy outer material fused to the copper core electrodes	Extrude or cold form steel of the proper hollow shape, and further knurling, threading, and placing electrode plates.
Carburetor	Aluminium or Zinc	Die-casting and machining
Piston	Aluminium alloy with silicon	Casting process
Exhaust system
Catalytic convertor	Stainless steel
Flywheel	Cast or modular iron steel or aluminium	Casting process or forging process
Connecting rod	Cast steel or fabricated steel or forging steel	Forging process
Crank shaft	Forged steel or cast iron	Casting, forging and machining
Engine block	Cast iron or aluminium	Sand casting
Gears	Cast iron or aluminium	Casting, forging, extrusion, powder metallurgy and blanking

Assembly and Disassembly of a 4 stroke diesel engine (TATA)
System components	Material	Manufacturing process
Air system
Air filter	Polyster- electrostatic cotton, activated carbon, bacterial layer, dust holding layer.	Pyrolysis or destructive distillation
Manifold	Alloy cast iron	Casting
Cylinder head	Aluminium or heat resistive cast iron	Gravity die casting
Inlet valve	Chrome silicon alloy steel or chrome nickel or tungsten steel	By friction welding of two materials
Exhaust valve	Chrome silicon alloy steel or chrome nickel or tungsten steel	By friction welding of two materials
Fuel system
Fuel tank	Aluminium, steel, and stainless steel	Rotational moulding
Fuel injector	Carburized or maraging steel and nitrided	Metal injection moulding process
Piston	Aluminium alloy with silicon	Casting process
Exhaust system
Catalytic convertor	Stainless steel
Flywheel	Cast or modular iron steel or aluminium	Casting process or forging process
Connecting rod	Cast steel or fabricated steel or forging steel	Forging process
Crank shaft	Forged steel or cast iron	Casting, forging and machining
Engine block	Cast iron or aluminium	Sand casting
Gears	Cast iron or aluminium	Casting, forging, extrusion, powder metallurgy and blanking

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organised "Five Day Hands on Workshop on PYTHON", from Mon 29 Nov 2021 to Fri 03 Dec 2021.
Mode: Live Workshop in Computer Lab (Completely Hands-on)
It all started with a seminar on "Why should Mechanical Engineers embrace Python Programming" conducted by an industry expert Saravanan Ganesh who is the founder of TechSparx Technology Training School and Tedx Speaker having 7 years of software development experience in TARGET CORPORATION and 7 years of teaching experience in TechSparx.
Saravanan Ganesh enlightened the mechanical students in mainly 3 aspects.
1. Why Mechanical Engineers should know programming language.
2. Vast libraries available to do anything in python.
3. How easy it is to get started with programming in python.

Post the seminar, more than 80% of students wanted to learn python. So, we had arranged the 5 day workshop.
Saravanan Ganesh started off right from ALGORITHM, got the students to think like a problem solver and come up with the step by step process to solve the problem and then come up with equivalent program for it.
He introduced the students to create simple graphics using turtle module. By the end of the day the students felt coding/programming is easier than few Mechanical Subjects.
With this momentum, day by day he introduced them to sequential, conditional, iterative, interactive programming, lists, strings, file handling.
Using the practical experience gained in these sessions, students created a mini-project to ensure all the concepts were revisited and concretised.
Practically all students were able to complete the mini-project submitted them and were awarded with a certificate.

Vemana Institute of Technology in association with Institution's Innovation Council (Ministry of HRD Initiative), Vemana Incubation and Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) has organized final year project exhibition on 04/08/2021. Students have exhibited the academic projects carried out during their final year course (2020-21). Project exhibition was started with the inauguration ceremony and lightening of lamp with President Sri. S. Jayaram Reddy, Secretary Sri. K. N. Krishna Reddy of Karnataka Reddy Jana Sangha (KRJS), Principal Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy.B.G and head of the department Dr. Lokesh G Reddy.

Five projects were selected out of 26 groups from the department and displayed their work through posters. Dr. Prakash. H. R, Assistant Professor of B.M.S College of Engineering and Prof. K. Jayanna were the external and internal judges. The mechanical projects selected for the exhibition are Disaster management and technology - A sonic fire extinguisher, Design and Fabrication of cassette ceiling air-conditioner, Manual push operated pesticide spraying machine, Fabrication of corn roasting machine and Design and Fabrication of pedal operated flour mill. Judges have evaluated the projects and selected the projects for first and second cash prizes. First and second cash prizes were awarded with Rs.2000/- and Rs.1000/- respectively.

The session was completed with valedictory function with an appreciation from judges and principal of the good work presented by all students. Participation certificates were distributed to all participated students.

Department of Mechanical Engineering organized Short Term Training Program(STTP) on "QUALITY MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES USED IN INDUSTRIES" from 3rd Aug 2020 to 7th Aug 2020. Around 100 students were attended for this 5 day training program.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a 5 day faculty development program on “Technological Trends in Industries” from 29/06/2020 to 03/07/2020. The details of the speakers with topics are given below. Around 160 faculty members across India were registered for this 5 day program.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organised "Five Day Hands on Workshop on Automobiles & Electric Vehicles", during 20th Jan to 24th Jan 2020, with an intention of imparting the knowledge related to the recent trends on the automobiles to the academic institutes/ students so that they can adopt the challenges of these fast changing technologies in the field of Automobiles & Electric vehicles andinspiring the students in research and innovation to enable them to adopt to industry readiness.

Inauguralprogram was held on 20th Jan. 2020. Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G, Principal, Vemana IT welcomed the gathering. Dr. Lokesha G Reddy, Convener & HoD, Department of Mechanical Engineering presented the overview of the Workshop.The Chief Guest for the Workshop was Mr. T. R.Parasuraman, Deputy Managing Director and Member of the Board, Toyota Industries Engine Pvt. Ltd and spoke on the today's concern on the Global Warming, Climate changes and Vehicular Air Pollutions and associated mitigating measures being taken around the World. (Paris Climate Change Agreement).

The inaugural program was followed by keynote addressby chief guest and then the presidential address by Sri. S Jayaram Reddy, President, KRJS.Dr. Aparna B, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana IT proposed the vote of thanks at the end of the inaugural program.

Experts from the Automotive Industries - Bosch Ltd, R&D, Ashok Leyland: Engine and Vehicle R&D division, Toyota Kirloskar Motors Engine Plant, Mahindra Electric Motors, TVS Motors and BMTC were the guest speakers.

Topics covered by Guest speakers:
• The latest trends in I.C.Engines - Petrol and Diesel engines, advanced Electronic Fuel injection systems / Common Rail Fuel Injection Systems with Exhaust gas after treatment devices for meeting BS6 vehicular emission norms from April 2020.
• Vehicle Safety Systems - ABS, ESP and IoT Solutions.
• Electric vehicles trends in India and incentivesschemes from the Govt. of India (for Start-up projects).

Hands on Experience workshop was organised during afternoon sessions, wherein around 90 students actively participated in dismantling and assembling of the Petrol / Diesel engines, drive system components in the diesel (Beat) car.

Students in fivebatches visited BMTC Central Workshop(Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation) on the 5th day and witnessed maintenance facilities. They interacted with the mechanics of various sections in the workshop Engine Overhauling, Servicing of Fuel Injection Equipment, Tyres re trading section, Body building, and Painting sections.

The 5 day workshop was concluded with "Valedictory program" on 24th Jan. 2020 afternoon and issued the "Workshop Course Certificate" to the Students by Dr. T Yella Reddy & Prof. S Mohan.

Chairman: Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G
Convenor: Dr. Lokesha G Reddy
Co-ordinators: Prof.Jayanna K
Prof.Awathappa C M
Prof. Naveen Kumar R
Prof.Shashikumar R
Prof.Anup T J

Department of mechanical engineering has organized Vartual Lab workshop in association with NITK, Surathkal on 29th August 2019. Mr. Nishan B Shetty and Mr. Aquib A Nadaf have demonstrated on V-labs with hands on training. This workshop mainly focused experiments on Material testing lab, Fluid machinery lab, vibration experiments etc. Around 88 students and 13 faculties have attended.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organised project and poster exhibition “Vemana Techno Fest 2019” on 8/06/2019. Dr A C Bhaskar Naidu, former principal of BMS college of engineering and Dr. T. Yella Reddy, Dean R & D, Vemana I.T inaugurated the projection exhibition. This event highlighted the project work of final year students. It was an occasion where final year students could teach other pre-final students about the practical relevance of their projects. Wide spectrums of projects were presented covering different areas of Mechanical Engineering. Projects were on deformation studies of Impact energy absorbers, Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar , Digital Image Correlation, polymer & natural composites, fabrication of agricultural equipment, studies on bio-fuels, thermoelectric materials, besides other topics of Mechanical Engineering. A total of 22 projects got displayed from which 2 were selected for cash awards.

An intercollegiate student project and poster exhibition "Vemana Techno Fest 2018" was organised at Vemana Institute of Technology on 11/06/2018. Dr.A. C. Bhaskar Naidu, Former principal of BMS college of Engineering and Dr. Ranga, former principal of Vemana I.T, inaugurated the exhibition for Mechanical Engineering Department. This event highlighted the work the students had completed in their final year course. It was an occasion where final year students could teach other pre final students about the practical relevance of their projects. Wide spectrums of projects were presented covering different areas of Mechanical Engineering.

Projects were on deformation studies of Impact energy absorption, polymer matrix composites, natural composites, fabrication of agricultural equipment, non-conventional energy sources, automatic hand brake system, studies on bio-fuels, stress wave propagation, besides other topics of Mechanical Engineering. A total of 25 projects got displayed from which 3 were selected for cash awards.

SUMMARY OF THE TECHNICAL TALK

“APPLICATIONS OF ROBOTICS IN THE MEDICAL FIELD”

A Technical Talk was organized on 24.11.2025 All Mechanical Engineering students at 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM. The topic was on“Applications of Robotics in the Medical Field”. Technical Talk was delivered by Dr. Ranjith K UdayakumarM.S. Orthopaedics, F. spine.consultant spine surgeon Sagar hospital/People tree hospital, Bangalore. He started his talk with.

The session was inaugurated by Dr. Lokesha G, Head of the Department, who warmly welcomed the resource persons. Dr. Ranjith K. Udayakumar and Dr. Ashokkumar C. N has highlighted his expertise and contributions in the medical field.

Dr. Ranjith K. Udayakumar kicked off the talk by explaining the fundamental concept of robotics and its growing role in various sectors. He delved into medical terminology before elaborating on how robotics is transforming healthcare practices. A major portion of his session focused on the application of robots in orthopaedic surgery, where he discussed the precision and effectiveness that robotic systems bring to procedures such as joint replacement and minimally invasive surgeries.

The event concluded with a Q&A session, where students actively engaged with the speakers, seeking further clarification on the potential of robotics in revolutionizing medical treatments.

Report on Guest Lecture – “CFD Analysis using ANSYS”

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in coordination withVemana Alumni Association & IEEE R A Sorganized a hands-on session on“CFD Analysis using ANSYS” on 22/11/2025for the 5th and 7th semester Mechanical Engineering students.The session was held from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM atLB208.The session was conducted byMr. Raghu J.N. (Alumnus of 2009), CFD Manager, Marutee design and Engineering, Pvt Ltd

Mr. Raghu began the session by briefing the carrier opportunities in Mechanical Engineering and also in “CFD analysis”. He explained about the software “Ansys Workbench 18.2”. In detail he explained the steps in CFD, right from geometry import to report plots.

Later he moved towards analysis of different problems such as pressure and velocity distribution in venturimeter, exhaust gas flow in two wheelers and flow of fuel from tank to cylinder – cylinder to silencer.

The students were allowed to perform all these individually and he assisted them in fixing any difficulties they faced. Students interacted with him regarding carrier opportunities in the field. At the end, he also provided sources of on-line learning for further knowledge.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with Vemana IEEE Robotics & Automation Society organized a guest lecture on  “Control Systems – An Overview”  on 25/10/2025 for the 7th semester Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Communication Engineering students. The session was held from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the ISE Seminar Hall. The lecture was delivered by Mr. Balaji G. N., Executive Director and Head of IRP India.

Mr. Balaji began the session by introducing the fundamental definition of a control system and described its applications through simple household appliances. He further explained how these appliances operate through automatic control mechanisms. The lecture then moved toward industrial applications, where he discussed the role of control systems in automatic conveyor controllers and CNC machines.

He also highlighted the importance of control systems in the automotive sector by explaining how various subsystems monitor and regulate vehicle functions. Special emphasis was given to ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and infotainment control systems. Additionally, he elaborated on the significance of microcontrollers and embedded systems in modern-day automation.

Towards the end, he provided an overview of smart home technologies, showing how control systems are shaping future lifestyles. In his concluding remarks, Mr. Balaji encouraged students to innovate and contribute towards building a better world through intelligent and efficient control systems.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with Vemana IEEE Robotics & Automation Society organized a guest lecture on “Industry Readiness: Skills for Cracking the Campus Placement” on 4th September 2025 for the 3rd and 4th year students of Mechanical and Civil Engineering.

The session began with a welcome address by Dr. Lokesha G, Professor& HoD, Mechanical Engineering, who warmly welcomed the resource person, Mr. Sandip Ghoral, Regional Manager, IBS.

Mr. Sandip Ghoral shared valuable insights on the essential skills required to excel in campus placements. He emphasized the importance of preparing a professional resume, effective communication skills during interviews, appropriate body language and appearance, and smart strategies to prepare and succeed in placement drives.

The lecture was highly interactive and provided students with practical guidance on how to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations. The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, where students clarified their doubts and gained confidence for upcoming placement opportunities.

Guest Lecture on “Joining Processes for Dissimilar and Advanced Materials”

A guest lecture was organized on 13th June 2024 for 6thand 4thsemester mechanical students at 11.30 AM. The topic was on “Joining Processes for Dissimilar and Advanced Materials”. Guest lecture was delivered by Dr. Suresh R. He started his talk with basics of welding process, advancement in joining process, car body materials selection and also he has briefed about latest manufacturing technologies. At the end he encouraged students to actively participate in research and development activities.

A guest lecture was organized on 10/01/2024 for 5th semester mechanical students at 3 pm. The topic was on “Introduction to Intellectual Property Rights”. Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Gopinath.A.S, partner of K & S Partners, Patent Attorney. He started his talk with definition of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), importance of patent and different kinds of IPR. He explained in detail about Trademarks, Copyrights, Designs and Geographic Indications. He discussed about inventions not patentable also. He ended his talk with what are different phases of patent filing and also about maintenance of patent.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Industrial Application of Control Engineering” for Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 1.30 PM to 3.00 PM. The speaker of this guest lecture was Mr. NARENDRA REDDY TScientist – D, CMTI, Bengaluru. He emphasized control engineering application in industry and industry 4.0. In the end, he invited students to visit CMTI Bengaluru.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Recycle today for a green tomorrow for Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11.15 AM to 12.45 PM. The speaker of this guest lecture was Mr. Raguram Natarajan Founder and director of green recykloplast solution Pvt ltd. He emphasized how to convert waste plastics into useful products, and he discussed the installation of plastic crushing machines in railway stations and bus stops. In the end, he invited students to visit his manufacturing industry.

Department of Mechanical Engineeringhas organized a guest lecture on “How python programming is relevant for Mechanical engineering on 29^th October 2021 for 4^th year Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11.15 AM to 12.15 PM. The speaker of this guest lecturewas Mr. Sarvanan Ganesh. He emphasized on need of programming language for mechanical engineers, he discussed about basics in python and solved various problems of mechanical engineering using python tool. He also showed how python can be a game changer in the field of mechanical engineering when it is properly utilized. At the end he offered a training program for the students.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on "Artificial Intelligence" is relevant for Mechanical Engineering on 20^th October 2022 for 4^th year Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 1.30 PM to 2.45 PM. The speaker of this guest lecture was Mr. Sunil Kumar. He emphasized on the need of artificial intelligence for mechanical engineers, and he discussed the basics of Creo software. At the end he offered a training program for the students.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on "Industrial robotics and its importance is relevant for Mechanical Engineering" for 4^th year Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11.15 AM to 12.15 PM. The speaker of this guest lecture was Mr. Nandha Gopal from DiFACTO Robotics and Automation Pvt. He emphasized the need for Robots in industries, He discussed the basics of robotic programming and showed related videos. In the end, he offered a training program for the students.

The department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on "Inculcating positive attitude through critical thinking" on 6th May 2022 for 6th and 8th semester Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11 AM.

Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a guest lecture on "Lifestyle to achieve Excellence" on 09.11.2021 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 5th & 3rd semesters. 70 students were attended this session. The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Manohar Rao ShivajiShinde,Oil and Gas Industrial Curriculum Development Analysts at ARMACO in Saudi Arabia. He emphasized on how to control the anger, what are all its impact human body organs and motivate the students to achieve success in their life.

Department of Mechanical Engineeringhas organized a guest lecture on "How python programming is relevant for Mechanical engineering" on 29th October 2021 for 4th year Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11.15 AM to 12.15 PM. The speaker of this guest lecturewas Mr. Sarvanan Ganesh. He emphasized on need of programming language for mechanical engineers, he discussed about basics in phyton and solved various problems of mechanical engineering using python tool. He also showed how python can be a game changer in the field of mechanical engineering when it is properly utilized. At the end he offered a training program for the students.

The department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a webinar on "Recent Trends in Manufacturing Technology" on 15th July 2021 for all Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 12 PM onwards. The speaker of this webinar was Mr. A K Samanta, Technical Consultant, Steel Processing Industries. He emphasized on Steel Making, Steel Processing & User Industries.

Department of Mechanical Engineeringhas organized a webinar on "Clean Air Initiatives" on 18th June 2021 for all Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 12:15 PM onwards. The speaker of this webinar was Mr. K Jayanna, Professor Emeritus, Dept. of Mechanical, Vemana IT, Bangalore. He emphasized on improving the environment and the climate changes happening, he also discussed about various factors that is harmful for the environment and discussed about changes needs to be made for the clean air initiative. Finally he discussed about electric cars which is considered as the future technology.

Department of Mechanical Engineeringhas organized a webinar on "Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance" on 28th May 2021 for all Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 11 AM onwards. The speaker of this webinar was Mr. V A P Sarma, Scientiest F, Center Head - AEAMT, CMTI, Bangalore. He emphasized on basics of GD&T its importance in the industries. He gave an in depth idea about its types with various industrial examples and even the session was interactive as he gave few exercise to students to solve.

Department of Mechanical Engineeringhas organized a webinar on "Usefulness of Python Programming for Mechanical Engineers" on 19th May 2021 for all Mechanical students of Vemana I.T., from 12 PM onwards. The speaker of this webinar was Dr. Bharath V G, faculty CMR University, Bangalore. He emphasized on need of programming language for mechanical engineers, he discussed about basics in phyton and solved various problems of mechanical engineering using python tool. He also showed how python can be a game changer in the field of mechanical engineering when it is properly utilized. At the end he offered a training program for the students which many students and faculty have registered for it.

The department of mechanical engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology has organized & hosted a webinar on "Positive Mental Attitude in Current Situation" on July 11th 2020 at 11am. The key speaker for the webinar was Dr. Padmakshi Lokesh Clinical Psychologist Entrepreneur.

The department of mechanical engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology has organized & hosted a webinar on "Job Opportunities Post Covid-19" on July 18th 2020 at 09 am. The key speaker for the webinar was Mr. Galvin Jacob P Technical Relation manager, HCL America.

The department of mechanical engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology has organized a webinar on "Design of a hydraulic control circuit for Industrial Applications" on December 9th 2020 at 10 am. The key speaker for the webinar was Mr. V. Madhu CEO of Siri Chartered Engineers & HR solutions, Bengaluru. He emphasized on various criteria to be considered in designing the components of a hydraulic system. He also explained about the challenges encountered in the design of industrial hydraulics for productivity improvement. The students were assured that they can get trained on hydraulic and pneumatic kits for seeking industrial opportunities.

POs covered: PO1, PO3, PO5, PO11

The department of mechanical engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology in association with Yantrovahas organised & hosted a webinar on "Mechanical Design Automation" on July 25th 2020 at 11am. The key speaker for the webinar was Mr.Shreyas Kestur Raviprasad Senior Engineer, Siemens Sweden.He emphasized on Mechanical Design, automation and design automation. He also explained about types of automation, identified challenges with design automation and software's used in it.The students were assured that the near future is in the field of Design Automation and all mechanical students should update themselves with respect to current technology.

Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with CADMAXX Bangalore, has organized a webinar on "Industrial application of CAD/CAE/CAM" for all Mechanical students of Vemana I.T on 24th June 2020 from 11AM to 12:30PM. The speaker and organizers of this webinar was from CADMAXX, Bangalore. They gave a brief overview of applications of CAD, CAM and CAE in industries and the essential training required to get ready for industries.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology has organised & hosted a webinar on "Automation and Industrial Internet of things" on June 10th 2020 at 11am. The key speaker for the webinar was Dr. Shanmukha Nagaraj, Dean Academics and Professor, RVCE. He stated that Automation and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is the network of physical objects or things embedded with mechanical, electronics, software, sensors and network connectivity, which enables these objects to collect and exchange data. In this webinar he enlightened for developing a system which will automatically monitor the industrial applications and generate alerts/alarms or take intelligent decisions using concept of IIoT. The main summary of this presentation is that we use IoT in industries with Artificial Intelligence to monitor and control the Industry.The students were assured that the near future is in the field of mechatronics and all mechanical students should update themselves with respect to current technology. Totally around 185 students and 25 faculties attended this webinar and were enlightened about Automation and Industrial IOT.

Department of Mechanical Engineering had organized a guest lecture on "Overview of CFD tools" on 29th Feb. 2020 for the benefit of VI semester students. The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Raghu J N, CFD Engineer, M/s. Marutee Design and Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru. He emphasized on need, applications, present technology and scope of Computational Fluid Dynamics(CFD) tools in industry.

Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a guest lecture on “Tribological Aspects of Surface Engineered Materials” on 10.10.2019 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 7th semesters. The guest lecture was delivered by Dr. Anand Kumar Subramaniyan, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, J & K. He emphasized on concept and scope of surface engineering, surface modification, surface coating and also wear mechanism.

Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a guest lecture on “Automation and Industrial Robotics” on 18.09.2019 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 5th semesters. The Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Linga Gopi, Application Engineer, Axis Global Automation Group of Companies, Bangalore. He emphasized on automation, objectives and need for automation in industries, industrial robotics and its advancement in various industrial applications. He also explained about various advances in robotics configurations.

Department of Mechanical Engineering organized a guest lecture on "Advances in Mechanical Measurements" on 04.09.2019 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 5th & 7th semesters. 140 students were attended this session. The guest lecture was delivered by K. Niranjan Reddy, Scientist E & GH, CMTI, Bangalore. He emphasized on geometric dimensioning, tolerance and gave a brief idea about fundamentals of the measurements. He also explained about various advances in the mechanical measurements.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on "CLEAN TECHNOLOGY" on 06-03-2019 at 2:00 pm for the benefit of faculty members of Vemana IT. The Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. K P Murthy, a Consultant in Engineering Education, skill development, industry institute relationship and founder of Clean technology club, Vice Chairman, Governing Council, Bamboo Society of India.
He covers all areas of developing new technology which has less carbon footprints. He mainly focused on using bamboo for construction, water purification, as reinforcement and etc. Mr. K P Murthy emphasized on thinking out of the box and deliverer the products which actually makes lot of difference to society and environment.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS” on 20-02-2019 for the benefit of students of VI, VIII semester and faculty members of Mechanical department. The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Gopinath A. S., Partner, K & S Partners, Bangalore. He covered all the areas of IP rights including patents, designs, trademarks, copyright, geographical indications, trade secrets and related matters. He discussed about the nature and extent of available IP protection, searches, assisting in registration of IP rights in the Indian Intellectual Property offices. He also discussed about post registration aspects for enforcement of IP rights through civil and criminal proceedings.

A guest lecture on “Lean manufacturing” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 9th May 2018. The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Sundaresh Nagaraja Roa, President, Tall man global LLP, Bengaluru. He enlightened the students about the importance of lean manufacturing to reduce all types of wastes in industries. He emphasized on the concepts of Kaizen, 5S, Economic Production Quantity (EPQ) models etc. Around 80 students participated in this guest lecture and took the benefit of it. Mr. Sundaresh Nagaraja Roa expressed his thanks to the department for giving him this opportunity to interact with students.

A technical talk on “Importance of energy auditing and energy management” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 11th April 2018. Prof. J Subramanyam, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T, Bengaluru delivered the lecture to around 81 students were benefited by this lecture.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Fatigue analysis in the frequency domain using artificial neural network” on 11.04.2018 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 6th semester. 80 students took benefit of this session. The Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Shashidhar Ramachandra who is a Ph.D. scholar, Oxford Brookes University, UK. He started with the basics of fatigue analysis and explained various approaches in fatigue analysis. He explained the rainflow counting method and its use in his Ph.D. work. He gave a brief idea about artificial neural network(ANN) and its importance,later he emphasized on his work on ANN and showed various results he has obtained in the course of his PhD work.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “doHow® game” on 27.03.2018 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 6th semester. 80 students took benefit of this session. The Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Dinakar Murthy Krishna who is a doHow Coach and Managing Partner in Samuthána Consultancoaching LLP, Bangalore. He explained about the game that he has developed to analyze the effectiveness of an individual and as a team. He assessed the students and gave tips for the students to improve their performance. He concluded that effectiveness comes in the team work with different ideas grouping together of each individual. He also emphasized on multi tasking and its effectiveness with a small activity

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “An Approach to Energy Audit and Management” on 15.11.2017 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 5th and 7th semesters. Around 150 students took benefit of this session. The Guest lecture was delivered by B.VENKATA SUBBAIAH who is a Deputy Director in Power Systems Training Institute, Bangalore. He has emphasized on Energy management, objectives of energy management, need for energy audit, types of energy audit and approach, detailed energy audits, the outcome of pre-audit phase, understanding energy costs, industrial benchmarking programs, energy performance, instruments and metering for energy audit.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Bearing Design for special purpose application: X-ray tubes” on 25th Oct 2017 for the benefit of students of 3rd and 5th semester and faculty members. Around 150 students took benefit of this session. The guest lecture was delivered by Dr. Manoj Mahala who is a senior engineer in GE Healthcare, Bangalore. He emphasized on types of bearings used in machine components, turbines and in health care applications with their advantages. He discussed types of bearings, anti-friction bearings and gave a detailed explanation about the journal bearing with its applications in healthcare.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a technical talk on “Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance” on 11th Oct 2017. Around 80 students of 3rd semester took the benefit of this session. The technical talk was given by Prof. C M Aswathappa, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T. He emphasized on limits, fits and tolerances used in industrial applications and differentiation of precision and accuracy.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “ADVANCED BEARINGS AND ROTOR DYNAMICS” on 20.09.2017 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 7th and 5th semesters. The Guest lecture was delivered by Sadanand S Kulkarni who is a Sr. Scientist in propulsion division of CSIR-NAL, Bangalore. He has emphasized on different types of bearings, working of various bearings its advantages and disadvantages with their various applications. He showed several videos of various tests conducted with the test rig in NAL. He even briefed about rotor dynamics.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Advanced learning in computational fluid dynamics” on 6th Sept 2017 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 8th semester. 76 students took benefit of this session. The Guest lecture was delivered by Mr. Raghu J N who is a CFD lead in Marutee Design and Engineering, Bangalore.

A Guest lecture was organized on 5th May 2017 in our institution. The speaker was Dr. N. K. Gupta, from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IITD). He was shown around the department and research activities were explained to him briefly and discussions about further progress of research area. The topic of the lecture was “Plasto Mechanics of Large Deformation Under Impact Loading”. The lecture was attended by the faculties and all first year students of Vemana IT. He emphasized on the importance of energy absorbers and it scope in the area of impact engineering and as an interdisciplinary activity.

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana Institute of Technology has organized a technical session on “Advanced Automotive Technical Education” in association with RACEDynamics India Pvt. Ltd., on 19.04.2017. The program was inaugurated by Sri. Ln. Muningappa, secretary KRJS. This technical session was attended by students and faculty of Vemana IT. The team has emphasized on Engine Calibration, Demonstration on Vehicle Chassis Dynamometer, Motor Sport Cutting Edge Technology, Modern Automotive Electronics and Control and its vital role in the domain. They also gave hands-on experience with respect to diesel/petrol engine calibration and emission standards. The session ended with interaction with students on basic automotive science.

A technical talk on “Importance of energy auditing and energy management” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 5th April 2017. Prof. J Subramanyam, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T, Bengaluru delivered the lecture to around 70 students from VI semester were benefited by this lecture.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a Demonstration on "Explosives" on 2nd March 2017 for VIII semester students. Demonstration was given by Mr. Adeep S, UG Scholar, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T. He explained about movement of electron and ion transfer in explosive materials. He also emphasized on chemical kinetics of explosive material with supporting pictures and videos.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Fracture Mechanics” on 17th Feb 2017 for the benefit of faculty members and students of 8th semester. Around 80 students took benefit of this session. The Guest lecture was delivered by Prof. K R Y Simha, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, IISc, Bengaluru. He emphasized on importance of Fracture Mechanics and its future scope. He discussed about Griffith’s Criteria, Irvin’s modification, stress intensity factor, fracture toughness test, Behavior of an elliptical crack and crack propagation in it.

A Guest lecture on “Challenges In Cryogenic Rocket Technology” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 16th Feb. 2017. Padma shri V. Gnana Gandhi, Associate Director (Retd) – ISRO, Bengaluru, delivered the lecture to VI and VIII semester students and faculties. He has emphasized on solid propellants, liquid propellants, solid cryogenics and liquid cryogenics. He discussed about the efforts he made and number of failures he had undergone before developing the technology. He also discussed about his efforts about the technology acquisition from Russia.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Polymer Nano-composites” on 12th Dec. 2016 for III and V semester students. Around 130 students were present for the guest lecture. Dr. Arthur Wilkinson, Senior Lecturer, The University of Manchester, UK delivered the lecture to students and faculties. The session was very interactive and lively where students were enlightened on advanced concepts and current trends in polymer Nano-composites.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a technical talk on “Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance” on 18th Oct. 2016. Around 80 students of 4th semester took the benefit of this session. The technical talk was given by Prof. C M Aswathappa, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T. He emphasized on limits, fits and tolerances used in industrial applications and differentiation of precision and accuracy.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Wankel Engine” on 29th Sept. 2016 for the benefit of faculty members and students of V and VII semesters. The guest lecture was delivered by K. Manic Kavasagam Pillai, Principal Scientist, Propulsion division, NAL, Bengaluru. He has emphasized on working principles of Wankel engine, design of various components of the engine and manufacturing of the engines.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Self Reliance Missiles and Mavs to Cyborgs” on 19th Sept. 2016. Dr. V.J. Sundaram Major Gen. (Rtd.) Advisor, Micro & Nano Systems, National Design and Research Forum delivered the lecture for V sem students and faculty members.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “Propulsion Concepts and Applications” on 31st Aug. 2016 for the benefit of faculty members and students of III, V and VII semesters.The guest lecture was delivered by Mr. B K Venkataramu, Scientist, Satish Dawan Centre- ISRO, Bengaluru. He has emphasized on the importance of propulsion concepts, different types of propulsions & working and their applications.

A technical talk on “Energy efficiency & environment” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 6th Apr 2016. Prof.J.Subramanyam, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana I T, Bengaluru delivered the lecture to students of VI semester. He explained the importance of energy saving in day to day life in order attain energy efficiency.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on"Aerospace Materials And Manufacturing Processes" on 2nd April 2016 for the benefit of IV, VI and VII. The lecture was delivered by Dr. T Ram Prabhu, Assistant Director, DRDO, Bengaluru. He emphasized on the importance of SMA, one way SMA effect, Two way SMA effect, pseudo elasticity, conversion from martensite to austenite then austenite phase to martensite.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on “A Right for Fluid Flow” on 9th March 2016 for IV, VI and VIII semester student. Dr. O N Ramesh, Professor, IISC, Bengaluru, delivered the lecture to the faculty members and students. He explained the importance of experimental fluid mechanics, mach number, wind tunnel simulation of flow, separated flow, force balance of air craft, CFD, drag force, fluidity of the fluid, kinematics- Reversibility and Irreversibility, vortex flow etc.

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organized a guest lecture on“An over view on Bosch Production Systems (BPS)” on 14th Oct. 2015 for V semester students. Mr. C.M. Aswathappa, Deputy General Manager H.R. BOSCH India Ltd. delivered the lecture to the students and faculties. The session was very interactive and he emphasized on present manufacturing technique (BPS) adopted in Bosch India Ltd. He also explained about lean manufacturing and its impact on productivity.

A technical talk was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on “Thin Film Based Sensors and MEMS Development and Applications” for VII semester students and Faculty members. The talk was organized on 18th Sep. 2015 given by Prof. K Rajanna, Dept. of Instrumentation and Applied Science, IISc, Bengaluru. He elaborated the importance micro-electromechanical system in today’s technology. He also discussed about the physical dimension of a MEMS that ranges from several millimeters to less than one micrometer.

A Guest lecture on "Manufacture and Performance of Carbon Filament Based Composite Structures” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering on 4th Sep. 2015. Dr. P. Prasad and Dr. R Kennon, Manchester University, England, delivered the lecture to VII semester students. He discussed about applications and need for carbon filament based composites and its manufacturing techniques.

Journal Publications:

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2024-25)
1	Tippeswamy. M.S	Effect of Impact angle, pressure and projectile shape on Aluminium 6082-T6 alloy under ballistic impact by applying a Taguchi technique.	Journal of Basic Sciences	Nov. 2024	Vol 24, Issue 11.	1006-8341
		https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ARSf-QaC3tnUNsx6XsoJah5IKahc8rM5/view?usp=sharing

Patent Details:

Sl. No	TITLE	FILED DATE	ISSUED DATE	APPLICATION #	INVENTORS NAME	URL	FIELD OF APPLICATION
1	Design and development of Plug N play E-bike kit	02/06/2023	06/12/2024	202341038077	Dr.Lokesha.G Dr.Mujeeb Pasha	https://iprse arch.ipindia. gov.in/Patent Search/PatentSear ch/ViewAppli cationStatus	ME
2	Projectile Velocity Assessment Technology	30/8/2024	30/8/2024	202441006226	Dr. Ashok Kumar C N Jai Kiran		ME
3	A device for releasing impactor load in a drop weight testing apparatus	03.10.2023	03.11.2023	202341066349	Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G Dr. Mujeeb Pasha Dr. Lokesha G	https://iprs earch.ipindia. gov.in/PatentS earch/PatentSea rch/ViewApplic ationStatus	ME

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2023-24)
1	B. Aparna, Lokesha. G	Natural convective studies in atrapezoidal porous cavity with asolid adiabatic fin. DOI:10.37326/bthnlv22.8/1459	Bulletin for Technology and History.	January 2024.	Volume24, Issue1. Pages:95-106	ISSN: 0391- 6715.
		https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PatlLRLJZHJK-gUwuOxF4Qfqf_5BfyN9/view
2	Tippeswamy.M.S	Effect of Air jet erosion test parameters on damage area of aluminium 6082-T6-A Taguchi approach.	Bulletin for Technology and History.	December 2023	Volume 23, Issue 12. Pages: 668-674	ISSN: 0391-6715.
		https://drive.google.com/file/d/1s7gObtwqfWjWL9CAhyANoyoSW_x3p3Ua/view
3	Kiran Kumar.N	Enhanced Wear Characteristics of UHMWPE Composite Reinforced with Nano ZnO: Experimental Investigation and Microstructural Analysis.	Journal of Propulsion Technology.	October 2023	Volume 4, Issue 4. Pages 8192-8205.	ISSN: 1001-4055.
		https://www.propulsiontechjournal.com/index.php/journal/article/view/4312

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2022-23)
1	C. N. Ashok Kumar Dr. B.G. Vijayasimha Reddy	Impact Energy Absorption characteristics of 3-D printed AlSi10Mg TPMS Gyroid metallic structures. doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.si5.1352023.27/05/2023	European Chemical Bulletin.	May 2023	Volume 12, Special Issue 5	ISSN: 2063-5346.
		https://www.eurchembull.com/uploads/paper/2ea465a9c62685ef91c531e71b8cd924.pdf
2	Dr. Kiran Kumar.N	Machine Learning Applications for 3D-Printed Polymers and their Composites.	Published a chapter in the book titled Development, Properties and Industrial Applications of 3D Printed Composites.	Jan 2023	DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6009-2.ch014.
		https://www.igi-global.com/chapter/machine-learning-applications-for-3d-printed-polymers-and-their-composites/318982
3	Dr. Kiran Kumar.N	A comparative study on Abrasive wear behavior of TiB2/Graphite reinforced cast and hot rolled Al7075-based hybrid MMCs.	J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. D	August 2023	https://doi.org/10.1007/s40033-023-00536-0
		https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40033-023-00536-0
4	Dr.Lokesh.G.Reddy, Dr.Mujeeb Pasha	Analytical validation of column with simulation under buckling load	18th Karnataka ISTE Student Convention.	6th May 2023.	Vemana I.T, Bengaluru.
5	K.S. Meenalochani	Impact strength of jute fibre reinforced composite tubes	18th Karnataka ISTE Student Convention.	6th May 2023.	Vemana I.T, Bengaluru.
6	Dr.Aparna.B	Fabrication of novel oil extraction unit and testing the performance and emission characteristics of waste soybean oil.	18th Karnataka ISTE Student Convention.	6th May 2023.	Vemana I.T, Bengaluru.
7	Dr.Mujeeb Pasha	Development and calibration of SHPB.	18th Karnataka ISTE Student Convention.	6th May 2023.	Vemana I.T, Bengaluru.
8	C.N.Ashok Kumar	Energy absorption behaviour of 3-Dprinted gyroid lattice structures.	18th Karnataka ISTE Student Convention.	6th May 2023.	Vemana I.T, Bengaluru.

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2021-22)
1	Mujeeb Pasha, Vijayasimha Reddy B G	Experimental validation of analytical models for mean crush load under quasi-static & dynamic compression of thin-walled aluminium tubes.	Int. J.of Research in Engineering & Technology	July 2022	Vol 10, Issue 7	ISSN (E): 2321–8843.
		https://www.impactjournals.us/index.php/download/archives/27-07-2022-1658920488-6-.-1.%20Abs.%20Engg-%20Experimental%20validation%20of%20analytical%20models%20for%20mean%20crush%20load%20under%20quasi-.pdf
2	Vijayasimha Reddy, Mujeeb Pasha doi: h10.32628/ IJSRSET2293179	Development of Velocity Measurement Device and Calibration Using SHPB and Ballistic Impact Setup.	Int. J. of scientific research in Science, Engineering and Technology.	Aug 2022	Vol 9, Issue 4	ISSN: 2394-4099
		https://doi.org/10.32628/IJSRSET2293179
3	Lokesha, Mujeeb Pasha DOI: 10.32628/ IJSRSET2293184	Stress Wave Propagation in Bamboo Solid Bar.	Int. J. of scientific research in Science, Engineering & Technology.	Aug 2022	Vol 10, Issue 4	ISSN: 2394-4099
		https://www.researchgate.net/publication/363466530_Stress_Wave_Propagation_in_Bamboo_Solid_Bar
4	Mujeeb Pasha, Vijaysimha Reddy, Edgar Vivek Mendonca, Syed Mustaqhim	Effects of strain hardening during plasic buckling for axially compressed aluminium tubes.	Int. J. of Mechanical Engineering	Jan- March 2022	Vol 7, Special Issue.	ISSN: 0974-5823
		https://ijsrset.com/IJSRSET1229932
5	J Subramanyam DOI : https://doi.org/ 10.56452/0124	Influence of Deccan Hemp Biodiesel over the Performance and Emissions of a CI Engine.	Int. Conference on Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering and Int. J. of Scientific Research inScience, Engineering & Technology.	March 15, 2022	Vol.9 Issue 9 pp 310-317.	ISSN: 2395-1990
		https://ijsrset.com/IJSRSET1229932
6	Kiran Kumar N DOI: https://doi.org/ 10.56452/0124	The tribological investigation of A356/Aluminium oxide Metal Matrix Composite by Taguchi’s techniques.	Int. Journal of Mechanical Engineering.	Nov- Dec 2021.	Vol.6 Special issue pp 874-879	ISSN: 0974-5823.
		https://kalaharijournals.com/resources/SP-Vol.6_124.pdf
7	Kiran Kumar N	Tribological analysis of Aluminium alloy A356 with Al2O3.	Int. Conf on Advanced Materials and Mechanical Characterization.	2nd December 2021.	SRM Institute of Science & Technology.
8	Kiran Kumar.N	The investigation of A356/Aluminium oxide metal matrix composite by Taguchi’s techniques.	ICAMMC, Materials Today Proceedings [Elsveir]	2nd-4th Dec 2021
9	Tippeswamy M S	Investigations on fracture characteristics of Aluminium 6082-T6 alloy by using single edge notch bending.	4th Int. Conf. on Materials Science and Manufacturing Technology.	8th April 2022.	Akshaya college of Engine- ering & Technology, Coimbatore.
10	C.N.Ashok Kumar	Energy absorption of open cell Aluminum structures under Quasi-static and dynamic compression	Int. Conf. on Recent Advances in Science, Technology, Engineering and Management	29th April 2022.	Brindavan College of Engine- ering, Bengaluru
11	Tippeswamy.M.S	Effect of thick film coating on scratch resistance of aluminium 6082-T6 alloy under varied loading conditions	Second Global Conference on Recent Advances in Sustainable Materials	29thJuly 2022.	A.J.Institute of Engine- ering & Technology, Mangalore.

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2020-21)
1	Mujeeb Pasha	External Inversion of aluminium tubes under static and dynamic compression.	J.of Manufacturing Technology Today.	June 2021	Vol.20, No.5-6.	0972-7396
		http://ischolar.info/index.php/MTT/article/view/209749
2	Mujeeb Pasha	In Situ Calibration of a Load Cell During an Impact Test	J. of Institution of Engineers (India): Series C	Sept. 2021	Accepted. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40032-021-00751-2
		https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs40032-021-00751-2
3	Dr. Lokesha. G	Heat Transfer and Flows of Natural Convection in a Fluid-Saturated Porous Medium of a Trapezoidal Cavity with convective boundary condition.	Hybrid and Automotive Technologies, HEAT'21		Accepted
		https://easychair.org/cfp/HEAT2021

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2020-21)
1	Dr. B. Aparna	Buoyant Heat Transfer in a Porous Cavity of Trapezoidal Shape.	Int. J. of Science, Technology, Engineering and Management - A VTU Publication	April 2020	Vol 2, No: 1.	2582-5844
		https://www.ijesm.vtu.ac.in/index.php/IJESM/article/view/481/86
2	Dr. B. Aparna	Fluid flow and Free Convective Heat Transfer in Porous Trapezoidal Cavity with Non-Uniform Heating.	IUGC Care Journal-MuktShabd Journal	March 2020	Vol-40, Issue-40	2347-3150
		http://shabdbooks.com/gallery/730-june2020.pdf
3	Chethana. K .Y	Prediction of axial load on variable graded composite tubes for crashworthy structure.	Materials Today: Proceedings. ScienceDirect	June 2020	https://doi.org/ 10.1016/j.matpr.2020.06.150
		https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214785320346046?via%3Dihub
4	Chethana. K .Y	Effect of collapse trigger mechanism on the energy absorption capability of GFRP tubes.	AIP Conference Proceedings	July 2020	https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0003824
		https://aip.scitation.org/doi/abs/10.1063/5.0003824

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2018-19)
1	Dr.T.Yella Reddy	Elementary experimental studies on stress wave propagation in bars.	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 127-132.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/16.SI.JNAE10095.pdf
2	Subramanyam	Effect of shot peening exposure time on surface properties of AA7075 aluminium alloy.	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 12-17.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/02.SI.JNAE10081.pdf
3	Subramanyam	Experimental study on the influence of LBW process parameters on mechanical properties of AISI 4130 & AISI 304 dissimilar metal joints	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 43-47.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/07.SI.JNAE10086.pdf
4	Dr. B. Aparna	Performance analysis of turbocharged four stroke single cylinder spark ignition engine	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 108-113.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/14.SI.JNAE10093.pdf
5	Chetana.K.Y	Mechanical properties of density graded E-glass fiber reinforced carbon nano tube mixed polyester resin composites.	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 133-137.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/17.SI.JNAE10096.pdf
6	C.N.Ashok Kumar	Experimental studies on deformation behaviour of aluminium lattice structure under axial compression.	IJIRAE	June 2019	Vol 6, Issue 6, pp 138-143.	2349-2163
		https://www.ijirae.com/volumes/Vol6/iss06/18.SI.JNAE10097.pdf
7	Chethana K.Y, Dr.Lokesha G.Reddy	Influence of MWCNT addition on mechanical properties of density graded E-glass fiber reinforced polyester resin composites.	AIP Conference Proceedings	January 2019	https://doi.org/10.1063/1.5085611	2057, 020040 (2019)
		https://aip.scitation.org/doi/abs/10.1063/1.5085611

Sl. No	Faculty Name	Title of the Paper	Title of the Journal	Month & Year	Vol/Issue	ISSN/ISBN
Academic Year (2017-18)
1	B. Aparna	Investigations on the effect of non-uniform temperature on fluid flow and heat transfer in a trapezoidal cavity filled with porous media.	IJHMT, Elsevier Publications	2017	Vol 108	ISSN: 0017-9310
		https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0017931016307748?via%3Dihub
2	Lokesha G Reddy	Experimental determination of tensile properties of Bamboo structure.	IJMPE	Nov 2017	Vol 5, Issue 11	ISSN 2320-2092
		http://www.iraj.in/journal/journal_file/journal_pdf/2-416-1516702945143-146.pdf
3	Kiran Kumar N.	Microstructure and hardness of Al 356 reinforced with Micro and Nano AL203 particles produced by powder metallurgy technique.	IJSART	Nov 2017	Vol 3, Issue 11	ISSN - 2395-1052
		http://ijsart.com/Content/PDFDocuments/IJSARTV3I1118000.pdf
4	Chethana K.Y.	Quasi - static energy absorption capacity of polymer filled aluminium tubes.	IJSART	Jan 2018	Vol 4, Issue 1	ISSN 2395-1052
		http://ijsart.com/Content/PDFDocuments/IJSARTV4I119463.pdf
5	Chethana K.Y.	Drop weight impact energy absorption capacity in elastomer filled aluminium tubes.	IJSART	Jan 2018	Vol 4, Issue 1	ISSN 2395-1052
		http://ijsart.com/Content/PDFDocuments/IJSARTV4I119466.pdf
6	Purushotham Nayaka D.S.	Enhancement of Heat transfer of fins with different Geometrical Perforation for Natural Convection.	IJSART	Feb 2018	Vol 4, Issue 2	ISSN 2395-1052
		http://ijsart.com/Content/PDFDocuments/IJSARTV4I220746.pdf
7	Mujeeb Pasha	Strain Hardening Effects during Plastic Buckling of Axially Compressed Aluminium Tubes.	IJERMCE	June 2018	Vol 3, Issue 6	ISSN 2456-1290
		https://www.technoarete.org/common_abstract/pdf/IJERMCE/v5/i6/Ext_98327.pdf
8	B. Aparna	Effect of radiation on natural convection in a trapezoidal cavity filled with porous medium subjected to uniform and non-uniform temperatures at bottom wall.	International Conference on Heat and Mass Transfer	December 27-30, 2017, BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad.
		https://ishmtdigitallibrary.com/conferences/497665e8310dfd2d,6e9515933d4aa1cf,1ca0e7a5218037dc.html#

We are happy to inform you that, 4th National Conference on Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering-2019 (RTME-19) has been successfully completed on 21st and 22nd June 2019 at our institute (Vemana Institute of Technology, Bangalore).

The inaugural function of the program was held on 21st June 2019. Dr. Lokesh G Reddy , Convener RTME-19 and HoD, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana IT welcomed the gathering for the function. Prof. S Mohan of Department of Mechanical Engineering gave the overview of RTME-19.

The chief guest for the function was Dr. K P J Reddy, Professor Emeritus, Aerospace Engineering, IISc, Bangalore

The inaugural program was followed by key note address by Dr. K P J Reddy, on “Fascinating of World of Shock Waves” followed by presidential address by Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G, Chairman RTME-19, Principal, Vemana IT. The inaugural program was concluded with vote of thanks by Dr. Aparna, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical, Vemana IT.

The conference covered the important areas of Mechanical Engineering viz., Thermal, Design, Material & Manufacturing and Sensors and Instrumentation. The National Conference attracted over 26 submissions. Through rigorous peer reviews 18 high quality papers were recommended by the committee. These 18 papers presented under 4 sessions. Each session had an invited talk by an eminent personality who has also the session chairman followed by paper presentation by the participants. It started with session on thermal which was chaired by Dr. J J Isaac, Professor, Aeronautical Engg., Park College of Engg. And Technology, Coimbatore and co-chaired by Dr. Aparna, Vemana IT, Bangalore. The invited talk for the session was given by Dr. J J Isaac, on “ Combustion Instability : A Major Challenging Aerospace Propulsion”. The second session was on design which was chaired by Dr. J R K Murthy, Professor, IISc, Bangalore, and co-chaired by Dr. T Yella Reddy, Dean R & D, Vemana IT. The invited talk for the session was given by Dr. J R K Murthy on “ FEA in Industrial Design”. The first day session was ended with technical talk Mr. Shanmuga Prasad, Syscon Instrument Private Limited on “Data Acquisition System”.

Second day first session was started with session on Material and Manufacturing. The invited talk for the session was given by Mr. Suresh P R, Associated VP, Sensera Industries on “Latest Manufacturing Trends in Auto and Aerospace Industries”. The session was chaired by Mr. Suresh P R, Associated VP, Sensera Industries and co-chaired by Prof. S Mohan, Vemana IT.

Second day second session started with invited talk by Mr. Rajesh D from Sansera on “Journey of Automation at Sansera for Automotive Applications”.

In this session a technical talk was given by Dr. Srinivasan, Professor Emeritus IISc, Bangalore on “ Powers Generation with CO2.

The session was ended with technical talk by “Mr. Raghupathy, Group Head, LPSC, ISRO, Bangalore on “ Latest Trends in Aerospace Components Welding Technology”.

Final session was on Sensors and Instrumentation which was chaired by Dr. M M Nayak, Emeritus Professor IISc, Bangalore and Co-chaired by Dr. A Ramachandran Vemana IT. The invited talk for the session was given by Dr. M M Nayak Emeritus Professor, IISc. Bangalore, on “Recent Trends in MEMS/NEMS Sensors for Instrumentation and Measurements”.

We are happy to inform you that, 3rd National conference on Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering-2017 (RTME-17) has been successfully completed on 27th and 28th April 2017 at our institute (Vemana Institute of Technology, Bangalore).

The inaugural function of the program was held on 27th April 2017. Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B.G., Chairman RTME-17 & Principal, Vemana IT welcomed the gathering for the function. Prof. S. Mohan of Department of Mechanical Engineering gave the overview of RTME-17. The chief guests for the function were Padma Bhushan Dr. B. N. SURESH President, Indian National Academy of Engineering, Delhi and Mr. Shashidhara H.N. Technical Expert, Micro Small & Medium Enterprises, GIZ, Bangalore. The inaugural program was followed by key note address by Padma Bhushan Dr. B. N. SURESH on “Mechanical Engineering Challenges for the 21st Century” followed by presidential address by Shri. H. N. Vijayaraghava Reddy, President, KRJS, Chairman Governing Council, Vemana IT. The inaugural program was conclude with vote of thanks by Lokesh G. Reddy Convener, RTME17.

The conference covered the important areas of Mechanical Engineering viz., Design, Materials, Manufacturing, Thermal sciences, Data acquisition & Instrumentation. There were 34 papers presented under 4 sessions. Each session had an invited talk by an eminent personality who was also the session chairman followed by paper presentations by the participants. It started with session on manufacturing which was chaired by Mr. V.D. Ragupathy, ISRO Bangalore and co-chaired by Prof. S. Mohan, VIT, Bangalore. The invited talk for the session was given by Mr. V.D. Ragupathy “Key Manufacturing Technologies for Aerospace Applications”. The second was on design which was chaired by Dr. A. Deb, Professor, IISc, Bangalore and co-chaired by Dr. T. Yella Reddy, Dean R & D, VIT. The invited talk for the session was given by Dr. A. Deb on “Recent trends in CAE-driven vehicle design for crashworthiness and occupant/pedestrian safety”. Second day first session started with session on Materials and Instrumentation which was chaired by S. Raviprakash, MD & CEO, Pyrodynamics and co-chaired by Dr. A. Ramachandran, Professor ECE, VIT. The invited talk for the session was given by Mr. S. Ravi Prakash on “Digital Image Correlation for non-contact full field deformation measurement of materials and components”. Final session was on thermal sciences & fluid mechanics was chaired by Mr. Shashi Shekar R., Group Head,Bi-propellant and Propellant Management Group, ISRO Bangalore and co-chaired by Mrs. Aparna, Prof. VIT. The invited talk for the session was given by Mr.Shashi Shekar .R on “Spacecraft Propulsion – Criticalities and Solutions”.

The conference was concluded with valedictory program on 28thApril evening.

Department of Mechanical Engineering of Vemana I.T & Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd, Bangalore have signed the MoU for to create a new breed of undergraduate engineers with depth theoretical and deep practical knowledge of diesel engine & transmission system to meet the needs of modern automotive industry & Skill Development on Friday, 26th March 2021.

Department of Mechanical Engineering of Vemana I.T & Peenya Industrial Association have signed the MoU for Internships, Faculty Development Programmes, Research Development, Skill Development, Placement & Consultancy Services on Tuesday, 16th February 2021.

Department of Mechanical Engineering of Vemana I.T & Laghu Udyog Bharathi (LUB-K), have signed the MoU for Internships, Faculty Development Programmes, Research Development, Skill Development, Placement & Consultancy Services on Tuesday, 9th February 2021.

Department of Mechanical Engineering of Vemana I.T & Electronic City Industries Association (ELCIA) - Cluster have signed the MoU for Internship, Faculty Development Programmes, Research Devolopment, Placement & Consultancy Services on Monday, 1st February 2021.

The Memorandum of Understanding between "Syscon Instruments Private Limited and Vemana Institute of Technology, Bengaluru" was signed on 6th December 2017 by Mr. R Shanmuga Prasad, Vice President M/s Syscon Instruments Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru & Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G, Principal, Vemana IT. Dr. T Yella Reddy, Dean, R & D, Dr. Lokesh G Reddy, Head of Department were also present. The main objective of the MoU is the budding graduate from the institution could play a key role in technologies upgradation, innovation and competitiveness of an industry. Both parties believe that close co-operation between the two would be of major benefit to the student community to enhance their skills and knowledge.

They also discussed the topics to help the students and faculty in Curriculum Design, Industrial Training, Research and Development, Skill Development Programs, Guest Lectures, Faculty Development Program etc. M/S Syscon Instruments Private Limited is an organization constituted as a private limited company established in the year 1976. Syscon is engaged in Business of Manufacturing Sensors, Instrumentation, Embebbed Systems, Data Acquisition Systems, Special Purpose Machines, Development of Test Rigs, IoT devices, R & D services etc, for Automotive Component Manufacturers and other industries. The Syscon Instruments Private Limited also engaged in manufacturing facility in Bengaluru with marketing offices in Chennai, Delhi, Pune regions and has a team strength of around 200 employees

The Memorandum of Understanding between "KSHIPRA SIMULATION PVT LIMITED and Vemana Institute of Technology, Bangaluru" was signed on 13th September 2017 by Dr. K Kumar, Director, Kshipra Simulation Pvt. Ltd., Bangaluru & Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G, Principal, Vemana IT. Dr. T Yella Reddy, Dean, R & D, Dr. Lokesh G Reddy, Head of Department and Prof. S Mohan were also present, The main objective of the MoU is to provide the training on Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) to our engineering students in the areas of Finite Element Analysis.

The Memorandum of Understanding between "Karnataka German Technical Training Institute, Bengaluru (KGTTI) and Vemana Institute of Technology, Bangaluru" was signed on 6th January 2017 by Sri. T. Jayarama, Director, KGTTI, Bengalore & Sri. Ln. Er. Muninagappa, General Secretary, KRJS, in the presence of Sri. H.N. Vijaya Raghava Reddy, President, KRJS, Sri. Dr. T. Yella Reddy, Dean, R & D, Sri. Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy. B. G, Principal, Vemana Institute of Technology, Dept. heads & other staff. The main objective of the MoU is to provide the Skill development to our engineering students in the areas of Advanced Technology, Hands-on Training to enhance employment opportunities & a solid foundation for further studies.

Consultancy –VIT Vellor, Tamil Nadu

A set of impact tests was conducted as part of a consultancy project for VIT Vellor, Tamil Naduon 30.04.2024. These tests aimed to understand the impact energy absorption and behaviour of metal 3-D printed honeycomb and lattice structures under dynamic loading, utilizing the drop weight impact test. The obtained results helps in assessing the material's performance in impact scenarios, offering valuable insights for potential applications in various industries.

Consultancy –NMIT Bangalore

A set of impact tests was conducted as part of a consultancy project for NMIT, Bangalore on 17.04.2024. These tests aimed to understand the impact energy absorption and behaviour of composite materials(Flat and Curved Specimens) under dynamic loading, utilizing the drop weight impact test. The obtained results helps in assessing the material's performance in impact scenarios, offering valuable insights for potential applications in various industries.

Consultancy –NMIT Bangalore

A set of impact tests was conducted as part of a consultancy project for NIMT, Bangalore on 24.04.2024. These tests aimed to understand the impact energy absorption and behaviour of composite materials (Helmet and Flat specimens) under dynamic loading, utilizing the drop weight impact test. The obtained results helps in assessing the material's performance in impact scenarios, offering valuable insights for potential applications in various industries.

Consultancy Work - PSG Coimbatore

Two students Kavitha and Ujwala, final year EC students of SJCIT, Chikkaballapur designed and developed a “Semiconductor based catalytic converter” using Nano technology. They wanted to test the emissions released from different fuels incorporating their developed catalytic converter. With computerized diesel engine test rig available with emission analyzer in the college, they conducted the experiments to compare the emissions released with diesel with and without catalytic converter on 11th March 2024.

Consultancy Work - PSG Coimbatore

A set of impact tests was conducted as part of a consultancy project for PSG College, Coimbatore on 08.02.2024. These tests aimed to understand the impact energy absorption and behaviour of materials under dynamic loading, utilizing the drop weight impact test. The obtained results helps in assessing the material's performance in impact scenarios, offering valuable insights for potential applications in various industries.

INTRODUCTION & OBJECTIVES OF VEMANA-TOYOTA CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

Department of Mechanical Engineering of Vemana I.T., has interacted with Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt. Ltd (TKM), Bangalore, for establishing the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for diesel engines & transmission system and MoU has been signed with Toyota Kirloskar CSR team.

The purpose of this Centre of Excellence is to create a new breed of undergraduate engineers with depth theoretical and deep practical knowledge to meet the needs of modern automotive industry. Toyota continues its mission towards skill development - amplifies comprehensive learning through Centre of Excellence at Vemana Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.

The CoE is equipped with cut section of Toyota complete drive line with engine, gearbox, propeller shaft and rear axle, cut section of Toyota Innova complete chassis assembly, Engine dismantling stand with 3600 rotating tray, Transmission dismantling stand with 3600 rotating tray.

The main Objectives of Vemana-Toyota Center of Excellence are:

1. Knowledge sharing programs to the Faculty members, Engineering students, Diploma students, ITI and garage mechanics on the new technologies implemented in BS3, BS4 and BS6 engines and vehicles.

2. Create Research Facilities: Propose to take up Interdisciplinary Innovative projects for the Society requirements: For Auto industries - low cost reliable, long life sensors for automotive applications suitable for Indian climatic / operating conditions. (With make in India concept).

3. Certification programs : On the topics like Engine System, Diesel Fuel Injection System, Transmission System , Breaking and Steering System, Auto Electrical System, Exhaust Gas Treatment Systems, etc.

4. Organize Workshops and Seminar on the Current topics: Global Warming / Climate Change, Air Pollution, Conservation of Natural Resources, Renewable Energy-Solar energy/ Solar Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Usage of Bio Diesels, etc. by inviting experts from the Auto Industries.

Inauguration of Vemana-Toyota Center of Excellence

Department of Mechanical Engineering has organised and inaugurated "Vemana-Toyota Center of Excellence" on 19th August 2021.

The chief guests for the program were Sri. Sudeep Dalvi, Senior Vice President, Director & Chief communication Officer, Toyota Kirloskar motor Pvt. Ltd. and Sri. K V Rajendra Hegde, General Manager, Toyota Kirloskar motor Pvt. Ltd.

Chief guests along president Sri. S. Jayaram Reddy, Vice presidents Sri. A.R. Shivaram, Sri. Venkatashiva Reddy, General Secretary Sri. K.N. Krishna Reddy, Joint Secretary Prof. P. Sadashiva Reddy, M.C. member Sri. G.M. Sreenivas Reddy and Principal Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B.G., inaugurated the Vemana-Toyota Center of Excellence at Vemana I.T. campus. Dr. Lokesha G Reddy, HoD, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Vemana IT welcomed the gathering.

Chief guest Sri. Sudeep Dalvi made key note address. He gave a brief note to students about recent technologies in the automobile sector and the importance of electronics and computers in the automobile sector. Further he added that future Mechanical engineering branch would be combination with computers and electronics. Later he interacted with students and faculty.

Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning
Innovations in teaching and learning activity contribute to the enhance the learning process of students in an effective manner. Along with regular teaching, innovative and creative ways of disseminating, sharing and facilitating knowledge is effectively incorporated. Some of the innovative methods used in teaching learning process in courses are listed below.

Chalk and Talk
Regular class delivery is done using the conventional black board teaching method. Though various teaching methodologies are available, for many subjects of mechanical engineering program which mostly involve numerical concepts, conventional blackboard teaching is still proves to be more effective.

Power Point Presentations
Subject teacher prepares the power point presentations for the contents of the subject using various reference materials. PowerPoint can be an effective tool to present material in the classroom and encourage student learning. We can use PowerPoint to project visuals that would otherwise be difficult to bring to class. It enhances learning by providing a better understanding of the topic as well as motivating students. It represented that teaching based on the use of technology had a significant positive effect on learners' scores.

Video Lectures
Subject teacher records the video lectures and upload it to YouTube. The links of such recorded sessions are shared with the students. Videos Lectures increase student engagement, which in turn helps boost achievement. If students are interested in the material, they will process and remember it better. They offer the flexibility to pause, rewind, or skip throughout the video to have class discussions or review particular areas.

Lecture Notes
Lecture Notes is prepared by the subject faculty using various reference materials and is made available to students of the program. Lecture notes will help students as a reference material for preparing to the CIE and SEE exams.

Scheme and solutions for Previous Year University Question papers
A detailed solution of VTU question papers (Semester wise) are made available in departmental library for student's reference.

Department of Mechanical Engineering exhibited experimental setups on Dynamic Behaviour of Materials (Drop Hammer, Ballistic Gas gun, and Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar (SHPB) at i2 academia pavilion 2022, Bengaluru (IMTEX-2022) heldfrom 16th June to 21st June 2022 and won second prize.

A drop hammer is used to test and quantify the impact energy absorption capacity of different materials under low-velocity impact.

The gas gun is used to understand the ballistic behaviour of different materials and structures under impact loading.

The SHPB is to characterize the mechanical properties at strain rates in the order of 10¹ /s to 10³/s.

A drop weight testing machine has been designed, developed and commissioned by Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G, Dr. T. Yella Reddy & team in Vemana Institute of Technology. It is in operation since 2014.

A drop weight machine is used to determine the energy absorbed by the materials which is vital in crash worthiness.

In this field of research, Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G carried out impact tests on honeycomb structures & circular tubes and also faculties of the department are actively carrying out their research work on the facility.

Features

The drop weight impact test machine was developed to perform low velocity impact tests up to a maximum velocity of 10.7 m/s.

To determine the energy absorbed by the materials which is vital in crash worthiness.

The machine was designed to test specimens of varying geometry which can accommodate a maximum cross sectional area of 200x200 mm².

Data acquisition system manufactured by the Instruments (NI) with 4-channel 500 ksmaples/sec is used to analyze the results obtained from load cell.

Optical sensors were used to measure the velocity of the impactor.

The energy of the impactor can also be varied by changing the mass and height of the impactor.

Striker lifting arrangement is motorized driven by electrical motor

To carry tensile test under dynamic loading conditions.

Experiments carried out

Axial compression of different cross section

Indentation, penetration and perforation of flat specimens

Composite helmet testing

Tensile tests under dynamic loading

Soil penetration tests(SPT)

Particulars	Details
Max. Drop Height	5.8m
Max. Velocity	10.77 m/sec
Drop mass	60-120 kg
Max. Capacity	6960 Joule
Max. Size of Specimen	200 x 200 mm
Data Acquisition System
a. NI 9222	4 channel, 500 ksamples/sec, 16 bit
a. NI 9401	8 channel, Bi-directional, Digital I/O module
c. NIC-CDAQ-9174	Compact DAQ chassis
Load Cell	Semiconductor srain Gauge, 0-500kN
Velocity Measurements	Optical sensors with transmitter and reciever

Designed and developed under the guidance of Dr. T Yella Reddy and Dr. Vijayasimha Reddy B G.The split Hopkinson pressure bar (SHPB) technique is currently the most popular measurement technique for the determination of material properties at a high-strain rate. The SHPB method is applicable when a specimen is deformed nearly uniformly at a constant strain rate under dynamically equilibrated stresses, and the propagation of the elastic waves through the input and output bars is described by the one-dimensional wave theory.

SHPB setup comprises of three bars, the striker bar, incident bar and transmission bar made from the same materials and diameter. Striker bar of different lengths (100 mm to 300 mm) are necessary to be used as a projectile launcher from the gun. The specimen will be sandwiched between the incident bar and transmission bar and a uni-axial compressive wave is introduced in the incident bar by impacting the striker bar co-axially to the incident bar. The stress wave propagates to the specimen. A part of the stress wave is reflected to the incident bar in form of a tension wave and the remaining part is transmitted to the specimen and which in turn is transmitted to the transmission bar in the form of a compressive wave due to material impedance. The stress waves in the incident and transmission bar are monitored by strain gauges mounted at the central section of bars and amplified using a dynamic strain amplifier. The amplified signals are recorded in a digital signal oscilloscope and processed to characterize the mechanical properties of materials.

The knowledge of material properties involved in impact is critical in different technological areas in order to guarantee safe operations. In order to evaluate the impact damage on materials and cloth, specific equipment tools are needed. An experimental gas gun should operate in a similar way to a conventional gun with powder. The main difference is constituted by the means of achieving the necessary pressure to accelerate the projectile. As a conventional gun utilizes the combustion of a propellant charge, a gas gun operates with a compressed gas reservoir. Light-gas guns are employed to test materials and composites for their possible application as armors, for both persons and vehicles. On a smaller scale, it is possible to simulate the impact of a stone on a driving vehicle on accelerated velocities or of ice rocks on a travelling aircraft.

In a pin-on-disc wear tester, a pin is loaded against a flat rotating disc specimen such that a circular wear path is described by the machine. The machine can be used to evaluate wear and friction properties of materials under pure sliding conditions. Either disc or pin can serve as specimen, while the other as counter face. Pin with various geometries can be used. The machine is made up of the following assemblies spindle assembly, loading lever assembly, sliding plate assembly etc., all assemblies are mounted on a base plate over structure. The wear test machine is as shown in the Figure above.