R & D Center

Department of Mechanical Engineering is VTU recognized Research and Development Center.

The department is funded from VGST under which different equipments like Computerized UTM, Fatigue Test Rig, Digital microscope and Digital Vickers Hardness Testing Machine are procured. More than 10 faculties of the department are pursuing PhD.

ENGG.GRAPHICS AND DRAWING LAB

This lab helps the students to acquire knowledge of CAD software and its features. Students learn the theory of projection, make drawings using orthographic projections and sectional views and to familiarize the students with ISO standards. Also make them understand and interpret drawings of machine components so as to prepare assembly drawings both manually and using CAD packages like solid edge and AutoCAD

MATERIAL TESTING LAB

This lab helps the students to acquire knowledge about material by conducting test like destructive and nondestructive testing. On ferrous and nonferrous materials. In destructive testing tension, compression, shear, impact, hardness, bending, fatigue, creep, torsion and wear test are performed. In nondestructive testing magnetic particle and chemical spray testing is done. Also microstructure analysis for different materials is observed. Students and faculty also involve in preparing the specimens for testing and research is carryout in this lab. VGST has sponsored for the upgradation of the lab digital UTM, Digital fatigue, Digital Vickers hardness, digital metallurgical microscope and polishing machine are procured under this grants.

MECHANICAL MEASUREMENT AND METROLOGY LAB

In this lab students are able to understand different measuring instruments to measure the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of different Mechanical Measuring equipments. To express the significance of measurement systems such as errors, transducers, intermediate modifying errors and correction factors of various measuring devices, by using different measuring tools such as Sine Bar, Sine Center, Bevel Protractor, Tool Maker Microscope, Gear Tooth Micrometer, Optical Flats, Linear variable differential transformer, dynamometer and profile projector experiments are conducted. All the above instruments are calibrated with the standards.

MACHINE SHOP LAB

The students will be trained to operate and use different machines like Lathe, Milling machine, Grinding machine and Shaping machine. In each and every machine students are made to manufacture three different models individually. The students will be exposed to operate the machines for manufacturing any complicated component.

ENERGY CONVERSION LAB

Students are taught to conduct experiments on two stroke, four stroke, petrol and diesel engines.

For all the engines the performance characteristics is evaluated by both theoretically and experimentally. For all the experiments the students are made to determine the engine efficiency at different loading conditions.

Before performing the experimentation the fuel is prepared and its characteristics are determined like flash point, fire point, viscosity, specific gravity using calorimeters.

The lab is equipped with latest computerized test rig.

FLUID MECHANICS & MACHINERY LAB

This lab is run in conjunction with the theory course Fluid Mechanics. It is an introductory course where flow behavior and fluid forces are studied. The goals of the experiments include determination of forces generated when fluid flow takes place over a solid object.

Applications of the control volume approach, demonstration of the momentum and energy equations, viscosity measurement and engineering correlations are studied. Intricate flow phenomena such as separations and transition to turbulence are demonstrated. Experimental setups such as flow through a tube, flow over a flat plate and viscometer are made available to the students.

This lab trains the students to perform the coefficient of discharge using flow measuring devices like Orifice and Venturimeters. Test basic performance parameters of hydraulic turbines and pumps. Determine the energy flow pattern through the hydraulic turbines and pumps.

DESIGN LAB

The lab provides the advanced knowledge in understanding the concepts of Mechanical Vibrations & Dynamics of Machine. The students perform experiments on advanced Gyroscope, Journal bearing, Polariscope, balancing of rotating masses, Whirling of shafts, Vibration test rig and strain rosettes. The students will learn to control vibrations in different working conditions.

HEAT TRANSFER LAB

Heat Transfer laboratory provides fundamental and industrial knowledge about modes of heat transfer like conduction, convection and radiation and their applications. Also students will perform experimentation on refrigeration and air conditioning cycles to determine the thermal conductivity of metal rod, convection and correlate with theoretical convective heat transfer coefficient for free and forced values. Also they will calculate temperature distribution of steady and transient heat conduction effectiveness of fin wall.

MODELING AND ANALYSIS LAB

Modeling and analysis lab is associated with FEM theory subject. The fully Licensed version of ANSYS software is used in the laboratory which helps for research and consultancy projects. The student learns to use the software for preprocessing, processing and post processing operation on 2D, 3D, static, dynamic, heat transfer and flow problems. The results are evaluated by both mathematical and computational methods for bar, beam, structural, plate and for combination of materials.

Alumni Talk on “Career Opportunities in Mechanical Industries”

Date and Venue: Saturday 27th July 2024, T-309 Classroom, SKIT.
Resource person: Mr. Vikas Kumar

Event objective and outcomes:

This event on Career Opportunities in Mechanical Industries aims at opening a industries dimension and a holistic perspective in industry & education collaboration in order to help our students to understand the complex realities and processes of today’s world and develop values, attitudes, knowledge and skills that will enable them to face the challenges of an interconnected world. This event outcome is like; Effective skill Development & Experiential Learning in networking.

Event Co-Ordinator: Prof. Appese S D

Basic communication Ideology gives various paths in the field of engineering

Date and Venue: 21/02/2024 SKIT Seminar Hall
Resource person: Mrs. Lakshmi Bai P G

Event objective and outcomes:

Engineers in leadership positions from each of the selected industrial segments participated in in-depth interviews and discussed about the expected engineering communication skills in industry. Outcome: In all industrial segments, oral communication, especially face-to-face update meetings, is very frequent and demands that engineers have the appropriate abilities to communicate in teams and in dyadic interactions.

Event Co-Ordinator: Prof. Sindhu K, Department of AI &ML

Industrial Visit for 1st Semester Information Science Engineering Students.

To provide students an insight regarding working of CNC Lathe & Milling Machines. The industrial visit to observe CNC Lathe and Milling machines serves as a crucial link between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This practical exposure reinforces their understanding of CNC technology. Witnessing the actual operations of CNC Lathe and Milling machines helps students comprehend how commands and programs are translated into physical movements and machining processes.

IC Engine Disassembling and Assembling

A four-stroke engine was disassembled, and all parts of the engine like engine head, piston, valves, connecting rod, camshafts, intake manifold, exhaust manifold, oil pump and carburetor etc. were shown to the students. This engine service provide a vibrant platform for students to learn the practical applications of engineering. The students know the awareness of modern-day technology and become well equipped to contribute their bit to the ever-evolving world of technology.

India Manufacturing Show - 2023.

To provide students an insight to the different manufacturing domains within mechanical Engg. With modern inventions and its updation as per recent advancement on par with Industry 4.0. Students were exposed to latest technological advancement in manufacturing domain and also explored the various opportunities for internship, Industry visit and project work.

EXCON 2023.

To provide students an insight to the different construction equipment manufacturer with modern inventions and its updation as per recent advancement on par with Industry 4.0. Students were exposed to latest technological advancement in construction equipment manufacturing domain and also explored the various opportunities for internship, Industry visit and project work.

Value added course - CNC Milling and CNC Turing.

To provide the skill development for the students on interfacing and working of CNC machine and CNC Turing. The students stands to gain the skill about actual interfacing of the written part programming on to the CNC machine and CNC turning machines which exposes to the practical constraints compaired to the theoretical knowledge.

Industrial Visit for 1st Semester Mechanical & Civil Engineering Students.

To provide students an insight regarding working of CNC Lathe & Milling Machines. The industrial visit to observe CNC Lathe and Milling machines serves as a crucial link between theoretical knowledge and practical application. This practical exposure reinforces their understanding of CNC technology. Witnessing the actual operations of CNC Lathe and Milling machines helps students comprehend how commands and programs are translated into physical movements and machining processes.

Excellent Engineering Enterprises

Students were taken to the “Excellent Engineering Enterprises” as Industry Visit on 11/03/2022. It provided students with an opportunity to learn practically through interaction, working methods, and employment practices. The main aim of industrial visits is to provide exposure to students about practical working environments. They also provide students a good opportunity to gain full awareness about industrial practices.

Art of Project Report Writing

The Dept. of Mechanical Engg. Organized “Art of Project Report Writing” for the third-year students of Mechanical Engineering. on 24/05/2023 from 2 to 3:30pm at B-113 class room. The objective is to provide platform for students to create awareness about the selection of project during the academic year and to know the how to identify the problem in the previous project work.
Resource Person: Mr. Rajesh S C

Industry Visit - Excellent Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Peenya, Bangalore on 22/07/2023 and 23/07/23

It provides students with an opportunity to learn practically through interaction, working methods, and employment practices. The main aim of industrial visits is to provide exposure to students about practical working environments. They also provide students a good opportunity to gain full awareness about industrial practices. - Mr. Chandraiah M T

Webinar on GD & T on 17.03.23

Mr. Guru Siddesh Kumar, Asst Manager, Terex Corporation To provide students an insight regarding GD&T and will be made aware that manufacturing any component the knowledge of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing is a must. GD&T is a precise language of engineering symbols that clearly communicate the design intent of the part. The result is an improvement in communication and part quality, The GD&T methodology is cur:rently used in Automotive, Heavy Equipment, Aviation and several other industries. Co-Ordinator: Mr. A R Mohan Kumar

Adaption of CAD & CAE in Design Engineering

A Webinar on “Adaption of CAD & CAE in Design Engineering” was organized on 13/07/2021.The Resource person was Piyush Hedaoo (Center of Excellence in Maritime and Shipbuilding Govt. of India), Mumbai. During this webinar, he motivated the participants to improve thinking skills and Mechanical Software’s skills like Solid works, Siemens NX, LMS Amesim, FEMAP, and PTC Creo.

Career opportunities in Air Force

An awareness program on “Career opportunities in Air Force” was organized on 23/02/2022 to get insight of career opportunities in Indian Airforce, the successful completion of the said induction drive and motivation lecture, students were exposed to virtual cockpit in Induction publicity vehicle and about entrance exams and various criteria to join Indian Air Force.

Thermal Engineering-2020

Department of Mechanical Engineering SKIT conducted quiz on "Thermal Engineering-2020" for all UG & PG students, Staffs of Mechanical, Automobile Engg. branches from 23rd May to 25th May. About 1250 participants from karnataka and outside Karnataka participated the quiz and were awarded with E-Certificates.

Production & Manufacturing

Department of Mechanical Engineering SKIT conducted quiz on "Production & Manufacturing" for the UG, PG students, Scholars, faculty from Mech. Engg, production Engg and Automobile Engg. About 1050 participants participated the quiz and were awarded with E-Certificates. The quiz was held on 26th May 2020.

"Design Engineering-2020

Department of Mechanical Engineering conducted a quiz on "Design Engineering-2020" for the students and staffs. Students of UG & PG, Faculties from Mechanical, Automobile Engg. Streams attended the quiz. About 850 participants participated the quiz and were awarded with E-Certificates. The event was held on 27th May 2020.

Awareness on Industrial application of CAD/CAM/CAE

Department of Mechanical Engineering in association with CADMAXX Bangalore arranged a webinar on "Awareness on Industrial application of CAD/CAM/CAE" for final year & pre final year students of SKIT. The students were educated about the opportunity of Mechanical Engineering graduates in the field of modeling, Analysis and Simulation sectors. About 80 students and staffs attended the webinar. Webinar was conducted on 2nd May 2020

5 days Skill Development Program

Department of Mechanical Engineering had organized 5 days skill development program from  08.11.2019 – 12.11.2019 in association with cadd center Peenya, Bangalore. Students were exposed to various methods of NTD and hands on training was given on crack detection on the metal plates.

Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Applied Science (RTME&AS 2018)

Department of Mechanical Engineering and Basic Sciences organized One day National Conference on “Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Applied Science (RTME&AS 2018)” on 17th May, 2018. Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker, Mr. NaganaGouda, Director, National Training Center Solar Technology addressed the gathering and released the Conference Souvenir. Around 90 papers were presented and published in International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology IJIRSET with ISSN (online): 2319-8753 / ISSN (print): 2347-6710 in special issue.

3D Printing Technology

2 days Skill Development Certification Program was conducted for 8th semester students on 10th and 11th march 2019 by the Department of Mechanical Engg in association with Indian tech keys where students were exposed to 3D printing technology, its software architecture also hands on experience on the same.

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