Dr. RANGANATHAN SHANMUGAM | Marine Engineering | Best Academic Researcher Award

 ACADEMY OF MARITIME EDUCATION AND TRAINING-DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY, India

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. S. Ranganathan, born on 10th December 1974, embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering. He completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, followed by a postgraduate degree in Engineering Design (M.E.) from Kongu Engineering College. His academic excellence culminated in a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from SCSVMV University, Kanchipuram, with a specialization in Composite Materials and Hot Machining of AISI 316 Stainless Steel. His educational trajectory reflects a deep-rooted commitment to advanced mechanical systems, analytical design, and manufacturing processes.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Ranganathan brings over 27 years of teaching and research experience, having served in distinguished institutions such as:

• Arulmigu Meenakshi Amman College of Engineering (Lecturer, 1997–2005),

• SCSVMV University (Senior Lecturer),

• Saveetha School of Engineering (Professor and IQAC Coordinator),

• GMR Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh (Assistant Professor – SG),

• AMET University, Chennai (Professor and presently serving since 2022).

He has held significant academic administrative roles including Head of Academics, IQAC Coordinator, Doctoral Committee Member, Board of Studies Member, and Convocation Coordinator, highlighting his leadership in academic policy, quality assurance, and curriculum governance.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN MARINE ENGINEERING

Dr. Ranganathan’s multidisciplinary research intersects mechanical systems, material science, and marine engineering. His involvement at AMET University—India’s premier maritime institution—extends his mechanical expertise into marine applications, especially in composite materials for shipbuilding, vibration monitoring in hard turning of marine-grade metals, and innovations in heat-pipe-based cooling systems.

His design patent “A Spin Plate Cyclonic Filter”, and work on agriculture and product recognition systems, reflect the translational depth of his engineering solutions into diverse sectors, including marine operations.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Dr. S. Ranganathan has over 1,484 citations, an h-index of 13, and an i10-index of 17, reflecting his strong research impact in mechanical and composite materials engineering. He holds three granted design patents and has published multiple utility patents. Recognized for academic leadership, he serves as a Doctoral Committee Member (Anna University), Board of Studies Member (SCSVMV), and IQAC Coordinator. He has also been a university examiner, paper setter, and convocation coordinator, further contributing through lab manual development and examination governance roles at leading technical institutions.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

With a cumulative impact factor of 51.085, 1484+ citations, and an h-index of 13, Dr. Ranganathan has made measurable contributions to material characterization, tribology, and optimization techniques such as Grey Relational Analysis (GRA) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM). He has also supervised multiple Ph.D. scholars and is recognized for his in-depth work on hybrid MMCs and nano-composites, contributing to the materials knowledge pool essential for advanced manufacturing and marine industries.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a professor, mentor, and innovator, Dr. Ranganathan’s legacy lies in:

• The development of new composite fabrication techniques

• Promoting AI-integrated modeling tools (ANN, Design Expert, PRO-E, SolidWorks, ANSYS) in mechanical research

• Mentoring Ph.D. and PG students in material design, wear analysis, and hot machining

• Establishing research ecosystems in academic institutions

Going forward, his research is poised to address sustainability in manufacturing, eco-friendly materials for marine environments, and advanced process optimization techniques aligned with Industry 5.0 goals

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. S. Ranganathan exemplifies the fusion of academic excellence, applied engineering, and impactful research. His profound expertise in mechanical engineering, composite materials, and manufacturing processes, especially their application in marine and industrial domains, has significantly advanced both theoretical understanding and practical innovations. His continued dedication to mentorship, academic integrity, and translational research ensures a lasting contribution to the global engineering community.

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