PHD at Vels Institute of Science and Technology, India
Gopalakrishnan T is a dedicated academician and researcher specializing in Engineering Design and Composite Materials. Currently pursuing a PhD at Vels Institute of Science and Technology, he holds an M.E. in Computer Aided Design from Government College Of Engineering, Salem, and a B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering from J.J College Of Engineering and Technology, Trichy. With a passion for innovation, he has contributed significantly to the field through his research projects and publications. Gopalakrishnan also possesses strong teaching credentials, serving as an Assistant Professor at VISTAS, Pallavaram, Chennai. His expertise includes design software such as CatiaV6 R12 and Auto CAD, along with analysis software like MSC Nastran/Patran and ANSYS 14.5.
Professional Profiles:
Academic Background
PhD: Pursuing at Vels Institute of Science and Technology M.E (Computer Aided Design): Government College Of Engineering, Salem, Anna University, Chennai, 2012-2014, CGPA: 9.01 B.E (Aeronautical Engineering): J.J College Of Engineering and Technology, Trichy, Anna University, Chennai, 2008-2012, CGPA: 8.4 HSC: M.S.P.S.N.M Higher Secondary School, Dindigul, State Board (TN), 2007-2008, Percentage: 89.75 SSLC: Government Higher Secondary School, Thogaimalai, State Board (TN), 2005-2006, Percentage: 89.4
Work Experience
Assistant Professor: School of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, VISTAS, Pallavaram, Chennai (since July 18, 2014) Teaching Assistant: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Govt. College of Engineering, Salem (from August 4, 2012, to May 15, 2012) Skills: MS Office (Excel, Word), Design software (CatiaV6 R12, Auto CAD), Analysis Software (MSC Nastran/Patran, ANSYS 14.5)
Area of Specialization
Engineering Design, Composite Materials, Materials Engineering.
Scholastic Achievements
TEQIP Merit Scholarship: Received for securing 41.2 marks in TANCET 2012. Ranked 6th in Anna University B.E Degree Examination (2008-2012): Out of over 160 students. Merit Certificate: Awarded for obtaining School First in 10th Standard.
Research Focus:
Gopalakrishnan T’s research primarily focuses on materials science and engineering, particularly in the areas of composite materials, surface modification, and machining processes. His extensive work encompasses experimental investigations into the performance enhancement of various materials such as steel and composites using nano fluids and additives like Molybdenum disulfide. Additionally, he has contributed significantly to the understanding of fatigue analysis, fracture toughness reinforcement, and design optimization techniques in mechanical components. Gopalakrishnan’s research not only advances the fundamental understanding of materials but also addresses practical engineering challenges, making valuable contributions to both academia and industry.
Publications
- Experimental investigation of EN-31 steel surface grinding performance with Al2O3 and CuO nano fluids, cited by: 15, published by: 2015
- Cast Off expansion plan by rapid improvement through Optimization tool design, Tool Parameters and using Six Sigma’s ECRS Technique, cited by: 13, published by: 2017
- Investigating concentration of nano-particles influence in Molybdenum disulfide waste cooking oil nanofluid for machining of SAE 1144 in surface finish enhancement, cited by: 10, published by: 2023
- Effects of Molybdenum disulfide nano-particles’ concentration on waste cooking oil nanofluid in reduction feed force in CNC wet machining of SAE 1144 steel, cited by: 10, published by: 2023
- Fracture toughness reinforcement by CNT on G/E/C hybrid composite, cited by: 8, published by: 2021
- Advances in implant for surface modification to enhance the interfacial bonding of shape memory alloy wires in composite resins, published by: 2024
- Numerical Simulation on Fluidic Oscillator by Supersonic Flow Mechanism, published by: 2022
- CFD based shape optimization of axisymmetric cavitators in supercavitating flows, published by: 2020
- Synthesize and characterization of fly ash based nanocomposites, published by: 2020
- Numerical Investigation and Optimization of Shape and Design Parameters of Lift Rod of Helicopter, published by: 2019.
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