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Dr Sumesh A

Assistant Professor (SG), Department of Mechanical Engineering, Coimbatore Campus

Qualification: B. Tech., M.Tech., Ph.D
a_sumesh@cb.amrita.edu
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Research Interest: Weld signature analysis, Condition Monitoring, Manufacturing System Simulation, DOE & Optimization.

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Bio

Dr. A Sumesh is an accomplished academician and researcher who currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore. Dr. Sumesh has over fifteen years of expertise in engineering research and education, and he has significantly impacted the field’s expansion and advancement.

Sumesh earned his mechanical engineering bachelor’s degree from Pondicherry University, later went on to earn his manufacturing engineering master’s degree from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in Coimbatore. He later earned his PhD in welding signature analysis using machine learning models from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham in Coimbatore.

Weld signature analysis, condition monitoring, manufacturing system simulation, DOE, and optimisation are some of Dr Sumesh’s areas of research interest. He has presented his research findings at various national and international conferences and has published several research papers in reputable international publications. He has won several grants and accolades for his contributions to the field of research, which has only served to motivate him.

Sumesh is a renowned professor for his creative and successful teaching strategies. He has played a significant role in the department’s growth and introduction of new programs and courses. Additionally, he has supervised several undergraduate and master’s thesis students and has been actively involved in mentoring students. He is currently serving as a committee member and mentoring one PhD student in addition to helping other scholars. The institution has acknowledged his accomplishments in the area of engineering education and received numerous awards for his exceptional teaching abilities.

Dr. Sumesh has several community service commitments in addition to his academic duties. Additionally, he delivered various lectures to the engineering community to advance the teaching of science and technology. In conclusion, Dr. A Sumesh benefits the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. The recognition and respect he has gained from his peers and students for his tremendous contributions to engineering teaching and research. His perseverance and commitment to the cause serve as both a testament to his love of engineering education and an encouragement to others.

Publications

Journal Article

Year : 2023

Statistical Modeling and Parameter Optimization of Electric-Powered Rotary Screw Air Power Compressor

Cite this Research Publication : Rameshkumar, K., Rajesh, M., Sundaranathan, R., & Sumesh, A. (2023). Statistical Modeling and Parameter Optimization of Electric-Powered Rotary Screw Air Power Compressor (No. 2023-01-5006). SAE Technical Paper.

Year : 2022

Instant detection of porosity in gas metal arc welding by using probability density distribution and control chart

Cite this Research Publication : Thekkuden, D. T., Santhakumari, A., Sumesh, A., Mourad, A. H. I., & Rameshkumar, K. (2018). Instant detection of porosity in gas metal arc welding by using probability density distribution and control chart. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, 95(9-12), 4583-4606. (Impact Factor:3.226), Citations: 31

Year : 2022

Machine Learning Models for Weld Quality Monitoring in Shielded Metal Arc Welding Process Using Arc Signature Features

Cite this Research Publication : Rameshkumar, K., Vignesh, A., Chandran, P. G., Kirubakaran, V., Sankaran, J., & Sumesh, A. (2022). Machine learning models for weld quality monitoring in shielded metal arc welding process using arc signature features. SAE International Journal of Materials and Manufacturing, 15(05-15-04-0023). (Impact Factor:0.42 ), Citations: 1

Year : 2020

Tool condition monitoring of cylindrical grinding process using acoustic emission sensor

Cite this Research Publication : Arun, A., Rameshkumar, K., Unnikrishnan, D., & Sumesh, A. (2018). Tool condition monitoring of cylindrical grinding process using acoustic emission sensor. Materials Today: Proceedings, 5(5), 11888-11899. (Impact Factor:1.46 ), Citations: 44

Year : 2020

Study of Mechanical Properties and Weldability of Aluminium Alloy and Stainless steel by Gas Metal Arc Welding

Cite this Research Publication : R. Sachin, A. Sumesh, and Upas, U. S., “Study of Mechanical Properties and Weldability of Aluminium Alloy and Stainless steel by Gas Metal Arc Welding”, Materials Today: Proceedings, vol. 24, pp. 1167–1173, 2020.

Publisher : Materials Today: Proceedings, Elsevier,

Year : 2020

A Computational approach in optimizing process parameters influencing the heat input and Depth of Penetration of Tungsten Inert Gas welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel(AISI 316L) using Response Surface Methodology

Cite this Research Publication : M. John Varkey, A. Sumesh, and K Kumar, R., “A Computational approach in optimizing process parameters influencing the heat input and Depth of Penetration of Tungsten Inert Gas welding of Austenitic Stainless Steel(AISI 316L) using Response Surface Methodology”, International Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Applications, IConAMMA 2018, 16th -18th August, 2018, India, vol. 24, pp. 1199 - 1209, 2020.

Publisher : International Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Applications, IConAMMA 2018,

Year : 2020

GMAW Process Parameter Optimization to Reduce Porosity Defect in a Longitudinal Seam Welding of Pressure Vessels

Cite this Research Publication : A. Kuppusamy, K. Ramesh Kumar, A. Sumesh, and Premkumar, S., “GMAW Process Parameter Optimization to Reduce Porosity Defect in a Longitudinal Seam Welding of Pressure Vessels”, SAE Int. J. Mater. Manuf., vol. 13, no. 1, 2020.

Publisher : SAE Int. J. Mater. Manuf.

Year : 2020

Influence of oil injection parameters on the performance of diesel powered screw air compressor for water well application

Cite this Research Publication : K. K. Dhayanandh, K. Ramesh Kumar, A. Sumesh, and Lakshmanan, N., “Influence of oil injection parameters on the performance of diesel powered screw air compressor for water well application”, Measurement, vol. 152, p. 107323, 2020.

Publisher : Measurement

Year : 2018

Modelling and simulation of discrete manufacturing industry

Cite this Research Publication : R. R. Neeraj, R. Nithin, P., Niranjhan, P., A. Sumesh, and M. Thennarasu, “Modelling and simulation of discrete manufacturing industry”, Materials Today: Proceedings, vol. 5, pp. 24971 - 24983, 2018.

Publisher : Materials Today: Proceedings.

Year : 2018

Bottleneck Identification in a Tyre Manufacturing Plant Using Simulation Analysis and Productivity Improvement

Cite this Research Publication : S. Krishnan, A. Dev, S., Suresh, R., A. Sumesh, and K. Ramesh Kumar, “Bottleneck identification in a tyre manufacturing plant using simulation analysis and productivity improvement”, Materials Today: Proceedings, vol. 5, pp. 24720 - 24730, 2018.

Publisher : Materials Today: Proceedings

Year : 2018

Instant Detection of Porosity in gas metal arc welding by using probability density distribution and control chart

Cite this Research Publication : Dinu Thomas Thekkuden, Santhakumari, A., A. Sumesh, Abdel-Hamid I. Mourad, and K. Ramesh Kumar, “Instant Detection of Porosity in gas metal arc welding by using probability density distribution and control chart”, The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, vol. 95, no. 9-12 , pp. 4583–4606, 2018.

Publisher : The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Year : 2018

A case study on Simulation and Design optimization to improve Productivity in cooling tower manufacturing industry

Cite this Research Publication : P. R. Nithin, Gopikrishnan, S., and A. Sumesh, “A case study on Simulation and Design optimization to improve Productivity in cooling tower manufacturing industry”, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, vol. 310, 2018.

Publisher : IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering

Year : 2017

Establishing Correlation Between Current and Voltage Signatures of the Arc and Weld Defects in GMAW Process

Cite this Research Publication : Sumesh, A., Rameshkumar, K., Raja, A., Mohandas, K., Santhakumari, A., & Shyambabu, R. (2017). Establishing correlation between current and voltage signatures of the arc and weld defects in GMAW process. Arabian Journal for Science and Engineering, 42(11), 4649-4665. (Impact Factor:2.334 ), Citations:22

Year : 2016

A Computational approach in optimizing process parameters of GTAW for SA 106 Grade B steel pipes using Response surface methodology

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, Ramnadh, L. V. Sai, Manish, P., Harnath, V., and Lakshman, V., “A Computational approach in optimizing process parameters of GTAW for SA 106 Grade B steel pipes using Response surface methodology”, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, vol. 149, no. 1-9, p. 012038, 2016.

Publisher : IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering.

Year : 2015

Use of Machine Learning Algorithms for Weld Quality Monitoring using Acoustic Signature

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, K. Ramesh Kumar, Mohandas, K., and R. Babu, S., “Use of Machine Learning Algorithms for Weld Quality Monitoring using Acoustic Signature”, Procedia Computer Science, vol. 50, pp. 316 - 322, 2015.

Publisher : Procedia Computer Science

Year : 2015

Influence of Stick-Slip Effect on Gas Metal Arc Welding

Cite this Research Publication : N. Rajasekaran, Ashidh, K., A Kumari, S., and A. Sumesh, “Influence of Stick-Slip Effect on Gas Metal Arc Welding”, Applied Mechanics and Materials , vol. 813, pp. 438-445, 2015.

Publisher : Applied Mechanics and Materials

Year : 2015

Acoustic Signature Based Weld Quality Monitoring for SMAW Process Using Data Mining Algorithms

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, Dinu Thomas Thekkuden, Dr. Binoy B. Nair, K. Ramesh Kumar, and K. Mohandas, “Acoustic Signature Based Weld Quality Monitoring for SMAW Process Using Data Mining Algorithms”, Applied Mechanics and Materials , vol. 813-814, pp. 1104-1113, 2015.

Publisher : Trans Tech Publications

Conference Paper

Year : 2018

Decision Tree Based Weld Defect Classification using Current and Voltage Signatures in GMAW Process

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, Dr. Binoy B. Nair, K. Ramesh Kumar, Santhakumari, A., Raja, A., and Mohandas, K., “Decision tree based weld defect classification using current and voltage signatures in GMAW process”, in Materials Today: Proceedings, 2018, vol. 5, pp. 8354-8363.

Publisher : Materials Today: Proceedings,

Year : 2013

Weld parameter optimization for SMAW process using Central Composite Design

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, Srikant. G. V., K. Ramesh Kumar, Rajasekaran. N, and Shyambabu. R, “Weld parameter optimization for SMAW process using Central Composite Design ”, in IWSCWS, 2013.

Publisher : IWSCWS

Year : 2013

Signature analysis using arc sound for SMAW process

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, Shyambabu. R, Rameshkumar., K., Santhakumari. A, and Srikant. G. V, “Signature analysis using arc sound for SMAW process ”, in IWSCWS, 2013.

Publisher : IWSCWS

Year : 2011

Process parameter optimization in machining of zrb2+sic composites

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh and K. Ramesh Kumar, “Process Parameter Optimization In Machining Of ZrB2+SiC Composites”, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham -Coimbatore, 2011.

Publisher : Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Year : 2008

Simulation optimization in a kanban controlled flow shop

Cite this Research Publication : A. Sumesh, K. Ramesh Kumar, and Krishna Kumar P., “Simulation Optimization in a Kanban Controlled Flow Shop”, in ORSI – 2008/TIRUPATHI, 2008.

Publisher : ORSI

Conference Proceedings

Year : 2018

A Finite Element Analysis of Dissimilar Materials Diffusion Bonded Joints

Cite this Research Publication : P. Deepak, V. M. Latheesh, A. Sumesh, Unnikrishnan D., and A. Santhakumari, “A Finite Element Analysis of Dissimilar Materials Diffusion Bonded Joints”, ICMMM2017. Materials Today: Proceedings, VIT, Vellore campus, India, pp. 12484-12489, 2018.




Publisher : ICMMM2017. Materials Today: Proceedings,

Year : 2013

Experimental Evaluation of Grinding Wheel Wear Using Vibration Based Technique

Cite this Research Publication : A. Arun, Kumar, R., Dr. Saimurugan M., and A. Sumesh, “Experimental Evaluation of Grinding Wheel Wear Using Vibration Based Technique”, 2nd International Conference on Intelligent Robotics, Automation and Manufacturing (IRAM 2013). Emerald group, IIT- Indore, p. 364, 2013.



Publisher : 2nd International Conference on Intelligent Robotics, Automation and Manufacturing (IRAM 2013)

Year : 2010

Productivity Improvement of a Manufacturing Industry Using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Approach: A case Study in a Discrete Ma1nufacturing Sector

Cite this Research Publication : K. Ramesh Kumar, Krishna Kumar P., and A. Sumesh, “Productivity Improvement of a Manufacturing Industry Using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Approach: A case Study in a Discrete Ma1nufacturing Sector”, International Conference on operational research for urban and rural development (ORURD). 2010.


Publisher : ORURD

Teaching

Courses Taught

  • Metallurgy and Material Science
  • Manufacturing process 1
  • Manufacturing process 2
  • Operations Research
  • Manufacturing system simulation
  • Automobile Engineering
  • instrumentation & Control
  • Engineering Thermodynamics
  • Design of Experiments.

Doctoral advisor

S.No Roll No. Name Category Role
1 CB.EN.D*MEE20003-PT Anand H PhD(Part- Time) Thesis Advisor
2 CB.EN.R4MEE22012-PT Arun K PhD (Part- Time) Member DC
3 CB.EN.D*MEE20004-PT Dhianeshwar J PhD (Part-Time) Member DC
4 CB.EN.D*MEE21002-PT Mobin M Mathew PhD (Part-Time) Member DC
5 CB.EN.D*MEE21004-PT Sandeep Satish PhD (Part-Time) Member DC

M. Tech Project Details:

YEAR TITLE Industry Project
/ In-house		 Outcome
2022-2023 Frequency domain analysis in weld condition monitoring IN – HOUSE ONGOING
image analysis in predicting grinding wheel conditions ONGOING
2021-2022 A Tig welding of 8mm SS plate IN – HOUSE ONGOING
SMAW signature analysis ONGOING
2020-2021 Productivity improvement in Motor assembly lineLENIN V(CB.EN.P2MFG19102) Industry Successful
2019-2020 Machine learning based weld defect classification in the time domain of ‘I’ and ‘V’ sensor fusion signatures of a GMAW-P process ABHISHEK S, (CB.EN.P2MFG18002) Industry Successful
GMAW process parameter optimization to reduce porosity defect in circular seam welding of pressure vessels, P. Sai Bharat CB.EN.P2 MFG 18012 Industry Successful
2018 -2019 Developing an intelligent statistical model using fuzzy rules for predicting fuel consumption parameters / fuel saving in diesel powered screw air compressor, Dhayanandh K (CB.EN.P2EDN17103) Industry Successful
Optimize and correlate welding parameters by DOE to reduce porosity in GMAV welding process, Kuppusamy. (A CB.EN.P2MFG17103)
2017 -2018 Study on weldability and mechanical properties of aluminium alloy – stainless steel weld”, SACHIN.R (CB.EN. P2MFG16018). IN – HOUSE Successful
Experimental investigation and optimizing process parameters of a-tig & tig welding for aisi 316l austenitic stainless steel using response surface methodology”, MERRIN JOHN VARKEY(CB.EN. P2MFG16015)
2016 -2017 Effect of process parameters on weld Quality using keyhole plasma arc welding ARUN KUMAR G, (CB.EN.P2MFG15003) Industry Successful
STUDY ON METALLURGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF DIFFUSION BONDED DISSIMILAR material; DEEPAK P, CB.EN.P2MFG15004
2014 -2015 Research into inverter based gmaw power sources for low heat input applications; Ashidh K.(CB.EN.P2MFG13004). Industry Successful
Detection of defects by statistical process control and probability density distribution in gas metal arc welding; DINU THOMAS THEKKUDEN (CB.EN.P2MFG13006).
2012-13 Current -voltage Signature analysis of gmaw process for identification and classification of weld defects; Shyam Babu R, CBEN.P2.IDM11014 INDUSTRY Successful
Fusion characteristic’s optimization for welding of chrome moly steels (T91) using gmaw process; G.V.SRIKANTH, (CB.EN.P2IDM11015)
Structural dynamic model update of aerospace structures; PRASANTH S (CB.EN.P2IDM11008)
2011-12 Thin wall machining in-house Successful

B. Tech Project Details:

Year Title of the Project/Thesis Number of

Students/ group

 Industry Project/ In-house Outcome
2021-2022 Experimental and numerical analysis of a honeycomb structure 4 Inhouse Successful
2020-2021 FINITE ELEMENT MODELLING OF WIRE ARC ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING PROCESS 4 INHOUSE Successful
2018 -2019 Development of cutting fluid assisted machining system for machining hard to cut materials. 4 INHOUSE Successful
Productivity enhancement in a cold room door manufacturing industry by using simulation models 4 INDUSTRY
2017 -2018 Productivity improvement and defect analysis in a valve manufacturing Plant 4 INDUSTRY Successful
2016 -2017 An investigation into machining characteristics of Titanium alloy using Regression analysis and Hidden Markovian model. 4 In house Successful
Simulation analysis to improve productivity of a Tyre Manufacturing plant 3 INDUSTRY
2015 -2016 Process Analysis Using Discrete Event Simulation To Improve Mould Shop Productivity 3 INDUSTRY Successful
2014 -2015 Optimization of process parameters for pipe welding of SA106 Grade B steel by DOE approach 4 In house Successful
2013 -2014 Design and fabrication of a blanking die for a cup drawing operation 4 In house Successful
2010-11 Design and fabrication of pipe bending machine 4 IN – HOUSE Successful
Modelling a job shop using arena 4
2009-10 Optimization of process parameters in machining of titanium alloys 3

Invited Lectures

  1. Resource person for the KTU Sponsored Five Day Faculty Development Programme on Emerging Trends in Additive Manufacturing Technologies at the Federal Institute of Science and Technology during February 2023.
  2. Delivered a talk at the Academy of Maritime Education and Training (AMET) in connecting with two-week online FDP during June 2021.
  3. One of the resource persons for a one-week online FDP “Advances in Materials Engineering and Sustainable Manufacturing” at Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT) between 10th to 14th August 2020.
  4. A talk is given at GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, CALICUT  in the topic of Design of Experiments
Research

1. Projects/ Consultancy:

S. No. Title of the project Name of the Funding Agency Project Grant sanctioned (Rs.) Duration Role – PI / Co-PI, status
1. Residual stress measurements in machining of titanium alloys AR&DB 10 Lakhs 2 Years Co-PI
2 Process monitoring and control of ultra precision machining of titanium alloys DRDO 30 lakhs 2 Years Co-PI
Administration
  1. Positions Held Currently Held Positions ( Department level):
    • Class advisor 2021 -25 batch.
    • Lab in charge: Metal joining lab.
    • Stream coordinator: Manufacturing stream.
    • Coordinator: First year basic workshop.
  2. Previously Held Position:
  • Lab in charge: Press shop 2013 – 2014; Lathe shop 2014 – 2019.
  • Class Advisor: 2017 -21 BATCH; 2013-2017 BATCH; 2009-2013 BATCH
  • Course mentor: Manufacturing Process 1, Metallurgy and Material science, Operations research, Automobile Engineering. , instrumentation & control etc.
  • Coordination work during celebrations like Gurupurnima, Gokulastami DEPARTMENT COORDINATOR, FLOAT IN CHARGE, PROCESSION CONTROL.
  • NAAC Accreditation work,
  • Admission-related work: ENTRANCE DUTY AND COUNSELLING DUTY
  • Student Welfare and Discipline: COLLEGE DAY, AMRITOLSAVAM, Department student association.
  • Coordination work during celebrations like Gurupurnima, Gokulastami DEPARTMENT COORDINATOR, FLOAT IN CHARGE, PROCESSION CONTROL.
  • NAAC Accreditation work,
  • Admission related work: ENTRANCE DUTY AND COUNSELLING DUTY
  • Student Welfare and Discipline : COLLEGE DAY, AMRITOLSAVAM, Department student asosation.
  • Professional Organization of Teachers: ISTE
  • University or Department Administration Work
  • Alumni support: DEPARTMENT COORDINATOR
  • Evaluator: Toy Hackthon

1. Others:

Seminars, workshops and conferences Organised.

S. No. Name of the International Seminar / Conference organised Source of

Funding
1) RECENT TRENDS IN Machining- 2011 ISRO & DRDO
2) Recent trends in Manufacturing -2014 ISRO
3) RTM –Condition Monitoring -2015 COLLEGE
4) RTM – Welding signature analysis -2016 COLLEGE
5) RTM 6: Webinar “Emerging trends in foundry” by Mr. Harishankar Ramamurthi on 4th September 2020 COLLEGE
6) RTM 6: Webinar “Fundamentals of the joining process” by Dr. A. Raja” on 14th October 2020 COLLEGE
7) RTM 6: Webinar “Application of Machine Learning Techniques in Supply Chain” by Dr. K Antony Arokia Durai Raj on 20-11-2020. COLLEGE
8) INTERNATIONAL CONFRENCE -COSMA 2011
Awards and Recognitions
  1. Details:
    • ADVISORY COMMITTEE member for the International Conference on Sustainable Materials, Manufacturing and Renewable Technologies (i-SMaRT 2021)
    • Received AIRA awards 2021
  2. Technical Body Membership:
  • Life member –Society for Failure analysis
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