Research & Consultancy Overview

The Department of Mechanical Engineering pursues active research across thermal systems, computational fluid dynamics, advanced manufacturing, materials, design optimisation, electric mobility, and Industry 4.0. As a recognised research centre of Andhra University and JNTUK, our faculty have produced over 300 publications in reputed International and National journals and conferences, supervise Ph.D. scholars, and engage industry through consultancy and MoUs with leading automotive, manufacturing, and PSU partners.

  • Thermal Engineering, Heat & Mass Transfer, IC Engines
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics & Combustion Modelling
  • Advanced Manufacturing, CNC & Additive Manufacturing
  • Composite & Smart Materials, Metallurgy & Tribology
  • Machine Design, Vibration & Finite Element Analysis
  • Refrigeration, Air Conditioning & HVAC Systems
  • Mechatronics, Robotics & Industry 4.0
  • Electric Vehicle Thermal Management & Sustainable Energy
  • Group on Thermal Systems & CFD
  • Group on Advanced Manufacturing & Additive Processes
  • Group on Design Optimisation & FEA
  • Group on Automotive & Electric Mobility
  • Group on Robotics, Mechatronics & Industry 4.0
  • AICTE-funded research on alternative fuels and performance of CI engines.
  • Industry-sponsored project on additive manufacturing of metal components.
  • Institute-funded innovations in EV battery thermal management and lightweight composites.

Year-wise publication output of the Department of Mechanical Engineering across key indexing databases:

Academic Year Total Scopus Peer Review
(Conf / Book Chap)
WOS
(SCI / SCIE / ESCI)
Total Publications
2025–26 22 11 46 79
2024–25 8 1 16 25
2023–24 11 1 24 36
2022–23 1 5 6 12
Grand Total 42 18 92 152

Domains

  • Energy audits and performance evaluation of thermal and HVAC systems.
  • CFD simulation, structural analysis, and design optimisation services.
  • Material testing, non-destructive testing, and metallurgical analysis.
  • CAD/CAM design, reverse engineering, and rapid prototyping support.
  • Failure analysis and condition monitoring of rotating machinery.

The department serves local MSMEs, automotive, manufacturing, and government agencies across Andhra Pradesh, leveraging its workshop, simulation tools, and laboratory capabilities.

Department Contact

Mechanical Engineering Department
SRKR Engineering College