Department of Mechanical Engineering

Overview

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is distinguished by its dynamic curriculum that seamlessly blends emerging technologies like Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation, Industry 4.0, 3D printing, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. The department's commitment to technological advancement is further exemplified by its partnerships with industry leaders such as Fronius and Bosch Rexroth in their state-of-the-art labs. The department also boasts a faculty with rich industry and academic experience, bringing a research-oriented approach to their teaching.

The department firmly aims to transform the students into technically skilled, industry-ready and globally accepted engineers. The courses are designed to meet the requirements of the Robotics & Automation, Automotive Design, Defence, Energy, and Manufacturing sectors.


Vision

To be a role model among higher education institutions globally, aiming to empower young minds to drive sustainable societal transformation through excellence in value-based education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Mission

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Develop Industry-Ready Talent: Create programs aligned with new-age technologies to build a skilled workforce that drives societal growth.
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Enhance Employability: Implement outcome-based education using emerging technologies and experiential learning, equipping students to solve real-world problems and improve their employability. Implement experiential learning methodologies like hands-on projects, hackathons, and real-world case studies.
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Cultivate Global Collaborations: Foster local and global partnerships to enrich teaching, research, and institution building.
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Promote Holistic Leadership: Incorporate liberal education to nurture well-rounded, globally competent leaders capable of multifaceted responsibilities.
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Encourage Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Establish an industry-focused environment that supports innovation and entrepreneurship, contributing to sustainable development.

Key Highlights

AICTE-CII Best Industry Linked Department Award

MOUs with World Class Universities and Industries

Flexibility to choose Inter-Disciplinary specialization

Financial Assistance for Student Projects and Competitions

GATE/PSUs/Govt. Jobs preparatory classes by Qualified Technical Experts

Technology Business Incubator Facilitating Entrepreneurship

Message from HOD

Dr. Mahesh K Bhiwapurkar<br><p class="font-weight-600 font-italic font-18 mb-2 text-gray-light"> Dean, Mechanical Engineering </p>
Dr. Mahesh K Bhiwapurkar

Dean, Mechanical Engineering

Empowering Students for a Dynamic Future.

Our dedication lies in fostering innovation, honing research skills, and empowering our students with the practical abilities they need for the real world. Within our department, we cultivate a learning environment that nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and hands-on experiences, equipping our students for the challenges of an ever-evolving and dynamic industry.

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Industry Collaboration

98%

Campus Placement

17

Faculty with PhD

Placements and Internship

Facilities

Centre of Excellence in Robotics

The Centre of Excellence in Robotics is equipped with cutting-edge AI-powered mobile and fixed robots and drones designed to solve real-time challenges. It serves as a hub for innovation, seamlessly integrating robotics and artificial intelligence to tackle industrial and societal issues. The centre focuses on fostering advancements in automation, intelligent systems, and practical solutions for complex problems. Its state-of-the-art facilities promote research, development, and collaboration in robotics. List of Equipment Turtle Bot (Standard Version) Drone (Assembly Set) 5-Axis SCORBOT-ER9Pro Robot 6-Axis Robotic Trainer Hex Crawler Robot

Modelling & Simulation Lab

The Modelling and Simulation Laboratory is a dedicated space for studying and analyzing real-world systems using computational models and simulations. It enables students and researchers to understand, predict, and optimize mechanical, thermal, and structural behaviors in engineering applications. The lab provides an interactive environment to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems, enhancing analytical and problem-solving skills. The Modelling and Simulation Laboratory is an essential part of mechanical engineering education, providing hands-on experience in computational problem-solving and preparing students for industry and research challenges. Available Software’s: 1.     SolidWorks 2.     Creo 3.     ANSYS 4.     EDGECAM 5.     AutoCAD

Heat Transfer Lab

The Heat Transfer Lab is equipped with advanced experimental setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in studying the fundamentals and applications of heat transfer. The lab features modern equipment, including conduction, convection, radiation test rigs, heat exchanger setups, and fin performance apparatus. This enables students to analyze various heat transfer modes and evaluate their performance in engineering applications. The laboratory supports undergraduate, postgraduate, and research student projects, focusing on heat transfer optimization and energy efficiency in thermal systems.

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Lab

The Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Lab features advanced experimental setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the principles and applications of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Modern equipment, including refrigeration test rigs, cooling towers, air-conditioning trainers, and heat pump setups, enables students to study thermodynamic processes and evaluate these systems' performance and energy efficiency. The laboratory is well-furnished to support undergraduate and postgraduate student projects in HVAC and cooling technologies.

Central Workshop

The Central Workshop features advanced experimental and machining setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the principles and applications of machining systems and constructing two-and four-wheeler electric vehicles. Modern equipment and machines including, CNC Lathe, Capstan Lathe, Centre Lathe, Shaper Machine, Universal Milling Machine, Planer Machine, Slotting Machine, Radial Drilling, MIG/MAG Welding, Spot Welding, Gas Welding, MMA Welding, Open Hearth, Muffle Furnace, Circular Saw Machine, Woodworking Lathe, etc., enables students to have On-The-Job training on the machines. The Central Workshop is well-furnished to support undergraduate (Diploma, B. Tech) and postgraduate (M. Tech) student projects. Central Workshop includes Machine shop, Welding Shop, Carpentry Shop, Fitting & Sheet Metal Shop, Foundry Shop, and CNC Machine Shop.

Solar Energy Lab

This lab provides a comprehensive platform for hands-on learning and research, spanning diploma to PhD levels. Equipped with diverse solar energy related equipment and devices like weather monitoring station, 16 channel temperature DAQ system, VI characteristic logger, photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar thermal collectors, Solar distiller, solar energy-based space heating system etc., it enables practical exploration of solar energy conversion systems. Here, students investigate PV cell characteristics, system performance, performance forecasting. Itprovides support for interdisciplinary projects and research for students from B. Tech, M. Tech, BSc. MSc, etc. The lab is currently host to two ongoing seed projects and One Doctoral level research work

Centre of Excellence in Robotics

The Centre of Excellence in Robotics is equipped with cutting-edge AI-powered mobile and fixed robots and drones designed to solve real-time challenges. It serves as a hub for innovation, seamlessly integrating robotics and artificial intelligence to tackle industrial and societal issues. The centre focuses on fostering advancements in automation, intelligent systems, and practical solutions for complex problems. Its state-of-the-art facilities promote research, development, and collaboration in robotics. List of Equipment Turtle Bot (Standard Version) Drone (Assembly Set) 5-Axis SCORBOT-ER9Pro Robot 6-Axis Robotic Trainer Hex Crawler Robot

Modelling & Simulation Lab

The Modelling and Simulation Laboratory is a dedicated space for studying and analyzing real-world systems using computational models and simulations. It enables students and researchers to understand, predict, and optimize mechanical, thermal, and structural behaviors in engineering applications. The lab provides an interactive environment to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems, enhancing analytical and problem-solving skills. The Modelling and Simulation Laboratory is an essential part of mechanical engineering education, providing hands-on experience in computational problem-solving and preparing students for industry and research challenges. Available Software’s: 1.     SolidWorks 2.     Creo 3.     ANSYS 4.     EDGECAM 5.     AutoCAD

Heat Transfer Lab

The Heat Transfer Lab is equipped with advanced experimental setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in studying the fundamentals and applications of heat transfer. The lab features modern equipment, including conduction, convection, radiation test rigs, heat exchanger setups, and fin performance apparatus. This enables students to analyze various heat transfer modes and evaluate their performance in engineering applications. The laboratory supports undergraduate, postgraduate, and research student projects, focusing on heat transfer optimization and energy efficiency in thermal systems.

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Lab

The Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Lab features advanced experimental setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the principles and applications of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems. Modern equipment, including refrigeration test rigs, cooling towers, air-conditioning trainers, and heat pump setups, enables students to study thermodynamic processes and evaluate these systems' performance and energy efficiency. The laboratory is well-furnished to support undergraduate and postgraduate student projects in HVAC and cooling technologies.

Central Workshop

The Central Workshop features advanced experimental and machining setups designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the principles and applications of machining systems and constructing two-and four-wheeler electric vehicles. Modern equipment and machines including, CNC Lathe, Capstan Lathe, Centre Lathe, Shaper Machine, Universal Milling Machine, Planer Machine, Slotting Machine, Radial Drilling, MIG/MAG Welding, Spot Welding, Gas Welding, MMA Welding, Open Hearth, Muffle Furnace, Circular Saw Machine, Woodworking Lathe, etc., enables students to have On-The-Job training on the machines. The Central Workshop is well-furnished to support undergraduate (Diploma, B. Tech) and postgraduate (M. Tech) student projects. Central Workshop includes Machine...

Solar Energy Lab

This lab provides a comprehensive platform for hands-on learning and research, spanning diploma to PhD levels. Equipped with diverse solar energy related equipment and devices like weather monitoring station, 16 channel temperature DAQ system, VI characteristic logger, photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar thermal collectors, Solar distiller, solar energy-based space heating system etc., it enables practical exploration of solar energy conversion systems. Here, students investigate PV cell characteristics, system performance, performance forecasting. Itprovides support for interdisciplinary projects and research for students from B. Tech, M. Tech, BSc. MSc, etc. The lab is currently host to two ongoing seed projects and One Doctoral...

Ongoing Projects

S. No Title of the Project Faculty In-Charge Organization/ Institution
1 Use of Multifocal Concurrent Solar Heating System/ Alternative Source of heating in Metal Melting/Treating Process Dr. Satish Kanhed, Prof. Akash Pandey, Dr. Umesh Vishwakarma and Dr. Siddharth S Chakrabarti Nalwa Steel & Power Ltd., Raigarh
2 Use of Multifocal Concurrent Solar/Microwave/Induction Heating System in Water Boiling Process for Steam Turbine Dr. Satish Kanhed, Prof. Akash Pandey, Dr. Umesh Vishwakarma and Dr. Siddharth S Chakrabarti Jindal Power Ltd. (JPL), Tamnar
3 Application of Water Sprinkler and Bent Chimnies for Air Pollution (Coal dust) Reduction Dr. Satish Kanhed, Prof. Akash Pandey and Dr. Umesh Vishwakarma Nalwa Steel & Power Ltd., Raigarh
4 Design and Development of Drone to Minimize Boiler Inspection Time Dr. Mithilesh K. Sahu and Dr. Siddharth S Chakrabarti Jindal Power Ltd. (JPL), Tamnar
5 Design and Development of calibration system for hydraulic servomotor to control pitch angle blade of PA fan Dr. Mahesh Bhiwapurkar and Prof. L. R. Bhandarkar Jindal Power Ltd. (JPL), Tamnar
6 To Improve the Life of Convener and Reduction of Wear in CHP Belt Convener Dr. Mahesh Bhiwapurkar and Prof. L. R. Bhandarkar Jindal Power Ltd. (JPL), Tamnar
7 Prediction and Optimization Technique for Condenser Vaccum in Thermal Power Plant Dr. Siddharth S Chakrabarti, Dr. Saroj Chandra, Prof. L. R. Bhandarkar and Prof. Akash Pandey Jindal Power Ltd. (JPL), Tamnar
8 Use of Microwave for Drying of Wet Coal Fines Dr. Satish Kanhed Nalwa Steel & Power Ltd., Raigarh
9 Productivity Improvement by Reducing the Section Change Time of the Rolling Mill at Nalwa Steel & Power Limited (NSPL), Raigarh Dr. Mukesh S Desai JSP, Raigarh

Alumni's

Achievement's

Mr A Gyanesh Kumar Rao

Mr A Gyanesh Kumar Rao, a fourth-semester M.Tech student got selected as a Research Intern in CSIR-Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology Ministry of Science and Technology, Bhubaneswar.

Mr. A Gyanesh Rao

Mr. A Gyanesh Rao, a second-semester M.Tech student got selected for a research internship at IIT Indore on "Experiments & Computational Fluid Dynamic Studies in Energy Engineering".

Mr. Shriyansh Verma

Mr. Shriyansh Verma, a 4th-semester student completed the 12-week NPTEL course on “Fundamentals of Automotive Systems” offered during the session January-April 2023.

Mr. Shikhar Pandey, Mr. Ranveer Singh, Mr. Jayant Shekhar Singh, Mr. Rohan Sharma, Mr. Shubham Ku. Thakur and Mr. Anuj Sangwan

Mr. Shikhar Pandey, Mr. Ranveer Singh, Mr. Jayant Shekhar Singh, Mr. Rohan Sharma, Mr. Shubham Ku. Thakur and Mr. Anuj Sangwan, 4th-semester students of Team "Vikrant" participated in National level event SIEP- Electric Bike Challenge during 14th – 18th April 2023 organized by ISIE, India at Galgotia University.

Mr. Kishan Patel, Mr. Raju Kumar Yadav, and Mr. Rajan Kapri

Mr. Kishan Patel, Mr. Raju Kumar Yadav, and Mr. Rajan Kapri, 6th-semester students, secured First Prize along with a cash award of ₹10,000 in the robotics competition held at IIT BHU, Varanasi, during the annual TechFest Technex’23.

Team 'VIDYUT

Team 'VIDYUT,' comprising students from the Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with the SAE Collegiate Club, participated in the SAE-SUPRA Formula contest held from 22nd - 25th August 2022 at Buddha International Circuit, Greater Noida.

Mr. Manish Kumar Gupta

Mr. Manish Kumar Gupta, a 7th-semester student successfully completed the 8-week NPTEL course on "Advanced Machining Process".

Mr. Shubham Yadav

Mr. Shubham Yadav, a 7th-semester student completed the 12-week NPTEL course on "Energy Conservation and Waste Heat Recovery".

Mr. Vishal Pandey, Mr. Akash Pandey, Mr. Pratham Thawait

Mr. Vishal Pandey, Mr. Akash Pandey, Mr. Pratham Thawait from 5th-semester B Tech. and Mr. Shubham Yadav, Mr. Prince Ku. Singh from 7th-semester B. Tech. completed the 12-week NPTEL course on "Automation in Manufacturing". Mr. Shubham Yadav scored 81% marks and passed with flying colours in an ELITE+SILVER category.

Mr Shishir Santosh Mishra

Mr Shishir Santosh Mishra of 5th-semester Diploma secured 2nd position in the Poster Making and Presentation competition organised on the occasion of “Engineers Day Celebration”.

Mr. Vishal Pandey

Mr. Vishal Pandey of 5th-semester B Tech. secured 2nd position in the Poster Presentation competition organised on the occasion of “Engineers Day Celebration”.

Mr Rohan Sharma

Mr Rohan Sharma of 5th-semester B Tech. secured 1st position in the Technical Quiz and 3rd position in Poster Making and Presentation competitions organised by the Department on the occasion of “Engineers Day Celebration”.

Mr. Sanskar Pandey

Mr. Sanskar Pandey of 7th semester B. Tech. student received the prestigious OP Jindal Engineering & Management Scholarship (OPJEMS) for the year 2023.

Mr. Pratik Singh

Mr. Pratik Singh of 7th-semester B. Tech. won "Gold Medal in Powerlifting (115 Kg)" a district-level championship organised at Jamshedpur.

Mr. Bhushan Chandrakant Bhede

Mr. Bhushan Chandrakant Bhede, a PhD scholar successfully defended his PhD thesis titled “Design and Performance Analysis of Rotary Desiccant Wheel Dehumidifier” on 18th June 2024, under the guidance of Dr Siddharth S. Chakrabarti.

Mr. Sanskar Pandey, Mr. Kishan Patel , Mr. Anshu Rajput

Mr. Sanskar Pandey (8th Semester), Mr. Kishan Patel (8th Semester), and Mr. Anshu Rajput (5th Semester) have successfully qualified for the GATE 2024 examination, achieving ranks within the top 5000.

Dr. Siddharth S. Chakrabarti

Dr. Siddharth S. Chakrabarti was honoured with the "Best HOD Award" by ISIE India in 2021.

Dr. Umesh Vishwakarma

Dr. Umesh Vishwakarma chaired a technical session on Materials & Technologies at the 'International Conference on Advances in Materials and Mechanical Engineering (ICAMME 2022)', organized by Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad, on the 18th and 19th of February 2022

Dr. Mukesh Desai

Dr. Mukesh Desai was recognized with the Reviewer Recognition Certificate by the Journal of Open Access Emergency Medicine.

Dr. Satish Kanhed

Dr. Satish Kanhed, received the “Best Paper Award” at the First International Conference on Mechanical Engineering: Researches & Evolutionary Challenges (ICMech-REC 2023) organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at NIT Warangal, India. Dr. Kanhed's paper titled "ZnO/Ag Reinforced Conventionally Sintered Hydroxyapatite with Varying Porosity: A Comparative Study" was recognized for its excellence.

Best Industry-Linked Mechanical & Allied Engineering Institute (Degree)

The Department of Mechanical Engineering was awarded the “Best Industry-Linked Mechanical & Allied Engineering Institute (Degree)” at the AICTE-CII Survey of Industry-Linked Technical Institutes 2021, announced at the AICTE Headquarters on 1st September 2022.

Dr. Mithilesh Kumar Sahu

Dr. Mithilesh Kumar Sahu was recognized with the Reviewer Recognition Certificate by the Recent Patents on Mechanical Engineering Journal published by Bentham Science Publishers.

Dr. Mukesh Desai

Dr. Mukesh Desai was recognized with the Reviewer Recognition Certificate by the Journal of Clinical Epidemiology.

Dr. Mukesh Desai

Dr. Mukesh Desai was recognized with the Reviewer Recognition Certificate by the Journal of Economics, Management, and Trade.

Dr. Saroj Kumar

Dr. Saroj Kumar was appointed as an “Associate Editor” for the Journal Advances in Robotic Technology, published by Medwin Publishers, USA.

Dr. Mahesh Bhiwapurkar

Dr. Mahesh Bhiwapurkar received the "Best Innovation Award 2023" from Sai Rajeshwari Institute of Technology, recognizing his outstanding contributions to innovative practices in the field of engineering and technology.

Dr. Mithilesh Kumar Sahu

Dr. Mithilesh Kumar Sahu was invited as a Keynote Speaker for the Short-Term Training Program on "Scientific Writing & Publishing," organized by SBU Ranchi from 31st July to 4th August 2023.

Dr. Siddharth S. Chakarbarti

Dr. Siddharth S. Chakarbarti, Dean SDE and Head Department of Mechanical Engineering on the 18th September 2023, during the Sixty-Two Teacher's Day Celebration, was honoured with the prestigious "Excellent Teacher Award." This recognition was presented by the renowned national organization, The Institution of Engineers (India), Chhattisgarh State Centre, Raipur.

Dr.  L.R. Bhandarkar

A project titled Filling Machine Tool (project no RP_03525G) was awarded to Dr.  L.R. Bhandarkar under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan 2.0 program. The project aimed at rural craft & artisans’ development and was completed at the department. The complete setup was handed over to the chairman Pussore Panchayat for utilization by any deserving artisan.

Mr Prashant Padhi

Mr Prashant Padhi, Training Executive, Centre of Excellence in Manufacturing & Automation, successfully cleared the assessment as Trainer with Grade 'B' for the Qualification Pack of Industrial Welder (Oil & Gas) Hydro Carbon Sector. The certificate was issued by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC).

Dr Mahesh Bhiwapurkar

Dr Mahesh Bhiwapurkar received the “Best Paper Award” during the International Conference on Sustainable Innovation in Science and Engineering – 2024, organized by the School of Engineering & Technology, G H Raisoni University, MP, for his paper titled "Modeling Fatigue Behaviour of an Axle for Indian Railway Application: Effects of Surface Defects Using Finite Element".

Dr Jitesh Singh

Dr Jitesh Singh received the prestigious Bipin-Behari Mohanty Memorial Award on 23rd March 2024, during the 63rd Technical Annual Session for his technical paper titled "Mechanical Behaviour of Silane-Treated Borassus Flabellifer Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites for Applications in Engineering and Construction Industries". The award was presented by the Institution of Engineers Odisha State Centre, Bhubaneshwar.

Industrial/Academic Collaboration

Research Areas

  • Thermal: Exergoeconomic/Thermoeconomic Analysis, Energy Conversion, Energy & Exergy Analysis of Thermal Systems, Gas Turbine/Steam Turbine, CFD Analysis of Thermal Systems, Heat Exchangers Analysis, Solar water distillation, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Passive Heat Transfer Augmentation Techniques, Electronic Cooling Techniques, Secondary Flow, Irreversibility and Exergy Analysis, and Fluid Structure Interactions.
  • Design & Robotics: Condition Monitoring by Vibration, Noise & Thermography, Ergonomics/ Biomechanics, Robotics and Automation, Mechatronics, Mobile Robot, Navigational Control, Sensor Technology, Tribology, Nano-Lubrication.
  • Manufacturing/Production: Advanced Manufacturing, Composite Materials, Design of Experiments, Machining using coated Tools, Metal Matrix Composite, Waste Management, Decision analysis, Optimization, Industry 4.0, Setup Time Reduction and Productivity Improvement.

Clubs & Chapters

  • Year of Establishment: 2021
  • Nature of Club: Moto sports club
  • Membership Fees: 472/- charge by SAEINDIA
  • Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Dharmender Singh Saini
  • Contact Number: 9039212633
  • Email ID: dharmender.saini@opju.ac.in