Dr. Prashanth M | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India

Author Profile

SCOPUS

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. M. Prashanth laid a strong academic foundation in Mechanical Engineering, starting with a B.E. from Easwari Engineering College, Anna University. He pursued his M.E. in Engineering Design at PSG College of Technology and further advanced into research with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology. His doctoral research emphasized hybrid aluminum alloy nanocomposites using powder metallurgy for ballistic applications, showcasing early expertise in materials synthesis and mechanical characterization.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Prashanth’s career has been shaped through prestigious research positions:

• Postdoctoral Fellow at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, working on wire laser metal deposition (WLMD) of Ti-6Al-4V alloy.

• Research Associate at IIT Delhi, where he contributed to cold spray technology for repairing high-value Al-alloys.

• Junior Research Fellow during his Ph.D., managing synthesis and testing of novel aluminum-based nanocomposites.

• Industry experience as Design Engineer at SPUDWEB Technologies Pvt. Ltd., where he worked on product design, GD&T, and assemblies.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE

Dr. Prashanth’s core research expertise lies in:

• Powder Metallurgy and Mechanical Alloying of aluminum and titanium-based nanocomposites.

• Surface Coating Techniques such as Cold Spray and High-Velocity Air Fuel (HVAF) spraying.

• Additive Manufacturing (WLMD) for advanced alloys.

• Advanced material characterization: XRD, HRSEM, HRTEM, EBSD, TGDSC, and nanoindentation.

• Mechanical property evaluation: microhardness, flexural strength, tensile and compression testing.

His research output demonstrates a deep understanding of nano-structured materials, their non-oxidation behavior, coating performance, and potential industrial applications in aerospace, automotive, and defense sectors.

ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

• Awarded Seed Money Grant of ₹20,000 for research initiation.

• Lifetime Memberships in:

  • ISTE (LM 141274)

  • Indian Plumbing Association (LM 4288)

  • IAENG (LM 501484)

• Peer Reviewer for:

  • Philosophical Magazine

  • Qeios

• Guided and co-guided undergraduate and postgraduate research projects at IIT Delhi and BSA Crescent University.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Prashanth’s work in material repair through additive technologies has significant implications for sustainable manufacturing, especially in repairing critical components, thus reducing waste and cost in industrial settings. His projects directly support the goals of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India by enabling domestic innovation in advanced materials and coatings.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Prashanth envisions expanding his research in next-generation surface engineering, metal additive manufacturing, and high-performance coatings. He aims to:

• Innovate hybrid deposition techniques integrating additive and subtractive methods.

• Develop eco-friendly material systems for defense and aerospace.

• Mentor the next generation of materials engineers and researchers.

 CONCLUSION

Dr. M. Prashanth stands as a versatile researcher and practitioner in materials science, blending academic excellence with applied research in coatings, additive manufacturing, and composite development. His robust foundation in characterization and synthesis, combined with teaching, mentoring, and publication efforts, positions him as a future leader in sustainable material technologies.

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