Research Centre of Mechanical Engineering
The Research Centre in Mechanical Engineering focuses on advanced research and innovation in areas such as manufacturing technologies, thermal engineering, computational fluid dynamics, and engineering design. The centre promotes interdisciplinary research integrating mechanical engineering with emerging technologies, including additive manufacturing, automotive technology and sustainable engineering solutions. Major thrust areas include materials, computational modelling, and product development. The centre supports industry collaboration, consultancy, skill development, and technology transfer, contributing to societal needs through innovative solutions, sustainable practices, and enhancement of the research ecosystem.
Research Equipment Details
Description
The DivByZero Aion MK500 is an industrial-grade FDM 3D printer equipped with a dual-nozzle extrusion system and a large build volume of 500 × 500 × 500 mm. It enables the fabrication of complex geometries, functional prototypes, and customized components using a variety of thermoplastic materials. The dual-nozzle feature supports multi-material printing and soluble support structures. The machine offers high dimensional accuracy and reliability for engineering applications. It is extensively used for rapid prototyping, product development, and additive manufacturing research.
Technical Specifications
Make: Div By Zero
Model: Aion MK500
Built Volume: 500mm x 500mm x 500mm
Extruder Diameter: 0.6mm/0.5mm/0.4mm
Extruder Temperature: 310⁰ C
Maximum Print Speed: 200mm/s
Material Deposition Rate: 15-30 cm³/hour 0.1-0.25mm
Layer Precision: (0.35mm possible for 0.5mm Nozzle)
Heat Bed Temperature: 900C
Description
The Mono Tech Calibrimini is a high-precision 3D scanning system designed to capture the geometry of physical objects and convert them into accurate digital models. Using advanced blue LED scanning technology, it acquires millions of data points with exceptional accuracy and speed. The scanner is widely used for reverse engineering, dimensional inspection, and quality analysis. It can accurately digitize complex shapes and intricate surfaces. The equipment plays a vital role in product redesign and digital manufacturing applications.
Technical Specifications
Make: Mono Tech
Model: Calibrimini
Accuracy: Up to 0.07 mm
Accuracy over distance: Up to 0.1 mm over 1 m
Point Resolution: Up to 0.15 mm
Depth of View: 180 – 300 mm
Data Acquisition Speed: 3M points/sec
Field of View: Min – 86×115 mm
Max – 144×192 mm
Light Source: Blue LED
Description
The K-Tech 1325HD CNC Wood Router is a computer-controlled machining system used for cutting, engraving, carving, and shaping wood and similar materials. It provides high precision, repeatability, and flexibility in producing complex two-dimensional and three-dimensional designs. The machine is equipped with a powerful spindle and a large working area for handling various fabrication tasks. It supports prototype development, mold making, and furniture component manufacturing. The router is also used for training students in CNC programming and digital manufacturing techniques.
Technical Specifications
Model: K-Tech 1325HD
Table Size: 1300 mm x 3010 mm
X-Y Axis Working Area: 1300 x 2500 mm
Z Axis Working Area: 300 mm
Spindle Power: 3 kW
Maximum Cutting Speed: 35 m/min
Power Consumption: 400 W
Applications: 2D Engraving, 3D Engraving and Cutting
Description
The MarkSys EC 13.9 Premium is a CNC laser-based machine used for precision engraving, marking, and cutting of a wide range of materials. It utilizes a high-power CO₂ laser source to produce clean cuts and intricate designs with excellent accuracy. The machine can process materials such as acrylic, wood, leather, paper, textiles, and polymers. It supports rapid fabrication of prototypes, customized products, and educational models. The equipment is widely used in product development and advanced manufacturing applications.
Technical Specifications
Cutting Depth: 12mm
Work table: Honeycomb
Working Area: 1300mmX900mm
Applications: Engraving, Cutting
Method of Cooling: Water Cooling
Image Format Support: AL, BMP, PLT, DXF
Raw Materials: Acrylic, Glass, Handicraft cards, Leather, Paper,
Plastic, Polymer composites, Resin, Textiles, Wood
etc.
Description
The AV-PCB-SA PCB Prototyping Machine is an advanced system used for the rapid fabrication of printed circuit boards directly from digital design files. It performs drilling, milling, engraving, and routing operations with high precision, eliminating the need for external PCB manufacturing. The machine enables quick development and testing of electronic circuits and embedded systems. It supports the design and fabrication of single-sided and double-sided PCBs. The equipment is extensively used for research, innovation, and hands-on training in electronics and IoT applications.
Technical Specifications
Model: AV-PCB-SA
Software: Copper CAM & Mach3 Mill
Resolution (X/Y): 3.125 Micro Meter
Working Area (X/Y/Z): 200x300x120 mm
Minimum Width Line & Space in mm: 0.1 (4 mm)
Max Travel Speed (mm/sec): 58 (2.28 “)
Drilling (mm): 0.2 -3.175 (8-125 mil)
Maximum Drilling Cycles/ Min: 50
Main Axle Power Rate: 300 W
Main Axle Rotating Speed: 25000 RPM
Repositioning accuracy: 0.01-0.02mm
Supported format: Standard Gerber, DXF, Excellon
Description
The Electro-Pneumatic Trainer Kit is an advanced laboratory setup consisting of an aluminium profile frame, storage cabinet, PLC unit, pneumatic components, and electro-pneumatic control elements. It is used to study the design, operation, and control of single-acting and double-acting cylinders using pneumatic and PLC-based ladder logic circuits. The kit facilitates the implementation of experiments involving logic operations (AND/OR gates), automatic cylinder retraction, and electro-pneumatic automation. It provides hands-on experience in industrial automation, pneumatic circuit design, and PLC programming applications in mechatronics.
Technical Specifications
- Superior Model with aluminium profile tube and storage cabin with PLC Unit for actuation of single and double acting cylinders.
Description
A Computerised MPFI (Multi-Point Fuel Injection) Multi-Cylinder Petrol Engine Test Rig is an advanced laboratory setup used to study the performance, fuel economy of modern petrol engines equipped with a Multi-Point Fuel Injection system. The rig is integrated with computerized data acquisition and analysis software for real-time monitoring and experimentation.
Technical Specifications
- Computerised data acquisition for 4- cylinder 4- Stroke Petrol engine testing with water cooled Eddy current Dynamometer 10 HP @1500 RPM
Description
A Computerised VCR (Variable Compression Ratio) Test Setup for Diesel and Petrol Engines is an advanced experimental system used to study the performance characteristics of internal combustion engines at different compression ratios. The setup allows the compression ratio of the engine to be varied without changing major engine components, enabling detailed analysis of engine behavior under different operating conditions. The entire system is integrated with computerized data acquisition software for real-time monitoring and analysis.
Technical Specifications
- Computerized data acquisition for Variable Compression Ratio Multi Fuel (Diesel & Petrol) Engine Test Rig. Diesel mode: 3.0 to 3.5 KW @ 1500 rpm & NC CR Range for Diesel mode: 12:1 to 18:1 Petrol mode: 3.0 to 3.5 KW@ 1200 to 1800 rpm CR Range for Petrol : 6:1 to 9:1 (carburettor type)
Description
Sl. No | Type of Software | Name of the Software | No. of Units |
1 | Analysis Softwares | Ansys Academic Multiphysics Campus Solution | 100/10 |
2 | Ansys Academic Research Mechanical + CFD | 1 | |
3 | Altair Units – EDU – Multiphysics / Mechatronics Engineer | 150 Units | |
4 | Modelling Softwares | SolidWorks 2012 | 60 |
5 | 3D Experience | 40 | |
6 | Catia V5 | 15 | |
7 | Siemens CAD Bundle | 20 | |
8 | Siemens CAM | 5 | |
9 | DELMIA V6 | 5 | |
10 | ENOVIA PLM | 10 | |
11 | AutoCAD 2024 | 40 | |
12 | Fusion 360 | 40 |
JNTUH Research Supervisors
| S. No | Name of Supervisor | Designation (JNTUH Ratified) | Specialization |
| 1 | Dr. V. Murali Krishna | Professor | Thermal Engineering |
| 2 | Dr. A. Padma Rao | Associate Professor | Machine Design |
| 3 | Dr. P. Senthil Kumar | Assistant Professor | Machine Design |
| 4 | Dr. K. Obula Reddy | Assistant Professor | Thermal Engineering |
Publications (WoS / Scopus Indexed Articles)
Category | Count |
WoS Indexed Publications | 62 |
Scopus Indexed Publications | 50 |
Total Publications | 112 |
Patents
Category | Count |
Patents Published | 43 |
Patents Granted | 03 |
Total IP Output | 46 |
Sponsored Projects
Category | Number of Projects | Amount (INR) |
Completed Projects |
|
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Ongoing Projects | 01 | Rs.1632400 /- |
Total Research Funding | 01 | Rs.1632400 /- |
List of Sponsored Projects
S.No | Project Title | PIs | Funding Agency & Scheme | Grant Sanctioned | Month , Year | Status |
1 | Scramjet combustor mixing enhancement with a novel Strut Fuel Injector that produces the streamlined vortices | Dr. Kummitha Obula Reddy | DST-SERB-SURE | Rs.1632400 /- | December 2023 | Ongoing |