Dr.B.Pranesh

Faculty Description

Dr. B. Pranesh is an accomplished academician with over 16 years of teaching experience in the field of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Engineering Design and Advanced Materials. He obtained his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, with research specialization in friction stir welding and processing.

His research focuses on advanced manufacturing, friction stir welding and processing, lightweight magnesium alloys, sustainable polymer composites, surface engineering, corrosion engineering, tribology and advanced materials characterization. He has published seven research articles in reputed SCI/Web of Science-indexed international journals and has also contributed to conference proceedings, patents and externally funded research projects. He has undertaken industry consultancy assignments for Pricol Ltd. and LTTS Bengaluru and actively collaborates with national and international institutions.

His professional journey reflects a strong blend of teaching, research and institutional service. Dr. Pranesh has handled a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and has contributed extensively to academic administration by serving as an NBA and NAAC Coordinator, Department File In-charge, Examination Coordinator, Alumni Secretary and MHRD Innovation Ambassador. He has successfully organized several national-level technical events, faculty development programmes, workshops, hackathons and guest lectures.

His technical expertise includes Fusion 360, Creo, ANSYS, MATLAB, NX CAM and CNC technologies. He has successfully completed numerous certification courses through NPTEL, Coursera, edX and Tata Steel and has participated in more than 25 faculty development programmes and workshops conducted by IITs, NITs and other premier institutions.

Dr. Pranesh is a Life Member of the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), Indian Welding Society (IWS) and the Institution of Engineers (India). He also serves as a resource person, reviewer and jury member for various academic and technical events, reflecting his continued commitment to engineering education, research, innovation and professional development.