Faculty

• Ph.D. in Manufacturing specialization from the National University of Singapore.
• Doctoral degree awarded for research in Manufacturing and CNC Machine Tools.

Professional Experience:

• 5 years of industry experience, specializing in manufacturing systems.
• 7 years of research experience in advanced manufacturing and CNC technologies.
• 20+ years of teaching experience, contributing to academia and curriculum development.

Curriculum Development:

• Designed and developed several courses related to Manufacturing, CNC Machine Tools, Product Lifecycle Management, Leadership, Management, etc

Professional Affiliations:

• Member of prestigious organizations: IEEE (USA), ASME (USA), IE (India), and ISTE.

Leadership at MVGR:

• Held key positions, including HOD of Mechanical Engineering, Dean of R&D, and appointed as Principal of MVGR in August 2023.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL PAPERS:

1. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2000, Error Compensation in Machine Tools – A review. Part I: Geometric, Cutting-force Induced and Fixture-dependent Errors, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (IF: 2.169), 40, pp. 1235-1256.

2. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2000, Error Compensation in Machine Tools – A review. Part II: Thermal Errors, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (IF: 2.169), 40, pp. 1257-1284.

3. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2001, A Comparison of Support Vector Machines with Artificial Neural Networks for the Prediction of Thermal Errors in Machine Tools, Transactions of the NAMRI/SME*, Vol. XXIX, pp. 577-584.

4. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2002, Support Vector Machines Model for Classification of Thermal Error in Machine Tools, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (IF: 1.103), Vol. 20, No. 2, pp. 114-120.

5. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2002, AI-based Classification Methodologies for the Modelling of Machine Tool Thermal Error, Transactions of the NAMRI/SME, Vol. XXX, pp. 239-246.

6. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2003, Thermal Error Measurement and Modelling in Machine Tools. Part I: Influence of Varying Operating Conditions, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (IF: 2.169), 43/4, pp. 391-404.

7. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, A. N. Poo and S. Sathiya Keerthi, 2003, Thermal Error Measurement and Modelling in Machine Tools. Part II: Hybrid Bayesian Network – Support Vector Machine Model, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (IF: 2.169), 43/4, pp. 405-419.

8. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2003, Experimental Validation of Prediction Accuracy Using a Hybrid Thermal Error Model in Machine Tool Positioning Error Compensation, Transactions of the NAMRI/SME, Vol. XXXI, pp. 217-224.

9. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2004, Development of an In-situ Machine Tool Axis Positioning Accuracy Measurement Device, Transactions of the NAMRI/SME, Vol. XXXII, pp. 399-406. 

10. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2005, Tracking and Contour Error Control Systems in Machine Tools, International Journal of Machine Tools and Manufacture (IF: 2.169), 45/3, pp. 301-326.

11. Ramesh, R., K. S. Ravi Kumar, and G. Anil, 2009, Automated Intelligent Manufacturing System for Surface Finish      Control in CNC Milling Using Support Vector Machines, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (IF: 1.103), 42, pp. 1103-1117.

12. Ramesh, R., Rishita, A., Jyothirmai, S., and Surya Prabha, U., 2010, PC-based Vision System for Operator Parameter Identification on a CNC Machine, AMAE International Journal on Production and Industrial Engineering, Vol. 01, No. 01, pp. 40-42.

13. Ramesh, R., Jyothirmai, S., and Lavanya, K., 2013, Intelligent Automation of Design and Manufacturing in Machine Tools Using an Open Architecture Motion Controller, Journal of Manufacturing Systems (IF: 0.639), 32, pp. 248-259

14. Ravi Kumar, N., Jyothirmai, S., and Ramesh, R., 2012, Towards Artificial Intelligence Based Diesel Engine Performance Control Under Varying Operating Conditions Using Support Vector Regression, Thermal Science (IF: 1.09), 17 (1), pp. 167-178

15. Jyothirmai, S., Ramesh, R., and Lavanya, K., 2012, Artificial Intelligence Based Spur Gear Design Optimisation Approach Using Support Vector Machines Prediction Model, Under Review in Mechanism and Machine Theory (IF: 1.366)

16. Ramesh, R., Nymisha, M. S., Madhuri, T., and Jyothirmai, S., 2012, Hybrid Regression-Optimisation Based Cutting Parameter Selection for Intelligent Surface Finish Control in Face and End Milling, Under review in Journal of Intelligent Manufacturing (IF: 1.278)

* NAMRI/SME: North American Manufacturing Research Institute of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, USA

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS:

1. Ramesh, R., M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2000, A Self-evaluating Thermal Error Compensation System for a PC-based Open-Architecture CNC Machine Tool, Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Maryland, MD, June 26-28, 2000, Vol. 1, pp. 537-546.

2. Ramesh, R., and A. N. Poo, 2009, Intelligent Ethernet Based Open Architecture Control System for Machine Tools,  Proceedings of the IEEE International Conference on Intelligent Computing and Intelligent Systems (ICIS), Shanghai, China, Nov 20-22, 2009, Vol. 2, pp. 612-616.

3. Ramesh, R., Umamaheswara Raju, R. S., Gupta, S., Madhuri, T., and Nymisha, M. S., 2010, SVM-GA Based Reverse Mapping Methodology to Identify Cutting Parameters for a Given Surface Finish in End Milling, Proceedings of the 3rd International and 24th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India, Dec 13-15, 2010, Vol. 1, pp. 565-570.

4. Surya Prabha, U., Rishita, A., Ramesh, R., and Poo, A. N., 2010, Implementation of a Vision-based Intelligent System in an Open Architecture Controlled Machine Tool, Proceedings of the 4th Asia International Symposium on Mechatronics (AISM), Singapore, Dec 14-17, 2010, pp. 314-319.

5. Ramesh, R., Rishita, A., Jyothirmai, S., and Surya Prabha, U., 2010, PC-based Vision System for Operator Parameter Identification on a CNC Machine, Proceedings of the International Conference of Advances in Mechanical Engineering (AME), Trivandrum, Dec 20-22, 2010, pp. 42-44.

6. Ramesh, R., Jyothirmai, S., Lavanya, K., and Gupta, S., 2011, Intelligent Automation of Decision Making in a Vertical Machining Centre Using an Open Architecture Controller, Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (AME), Noida, Dec 20-22, 2011, pp. 78-80.

7. Jyothirmai, S., Ramesh, R., Ajay, K., Vaidehi, A., and Shashank, Y., 2012, Integration of Design Analysis and Estimation into a Web-based Product Lifecycle Management Platform, Proceedings of the International Conference on Manufacturing Excellence (MANFEX): Industrial and Operations Management, Noida, Mar 29-30, 2012, pp. 15-20.

8. Jyothirmai, S., Ramesh, R., Lavanya, K., Shashank, Y., and Aparna Devi, I., 2012, Regression-Optimisation Based Intelligent Design Automation System Integrated to a PLM Platform, Proceedings of the 4th International and 25th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, Jadhavpur University, Kolkata, Dec 14-16, 2012, Vol. 2, pp. 1279-1286.

NATIONAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS:

1. Ramesh, R., X. C. Xi, M. A. Mannan, and A. N. Poo, 2006, Development of Machine Tool Thermal Error Compensation Module for Reconfigurable Manufacturing Systems, Proceedings of the National Conference in Advances in CAD/CAM, JNTU Kakinada, Feb 27-28, 2006.

2. Jyothirmai, S., R. Ramesh, T. Swarnalatha, and Y. Shashank, 2012, Finite Element Analysis of Various Spur Gear Tooth Profiles for Contact and Fatigue Stress Distribution, Proceedings of the 13th National Conference on Technology Trends, College of Engineering Trivandrum, Aug 10-11, 2012.

THESIS WORK:

1. Design of a Model Cart for a 0.3m Wind Tunnel, Final Year B.E. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, R. V. College of Engineering, Bangalore University, India, 1992.

2. Measurement and Modelling of Machine Tool Thermal Error Under Varying Operating Conditions, Ph.D. Dissertation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 2002.

WORKSHOPS ORGANISED:

1. A One Day National Workshop on Product Lifecycle Management, Hosted by MVGR College of Engineering, Vizianagaram, Jan 7, 2012.

2. Integration of Computer based Methodologies in Mechanical Engineering Systems (ICMMES), AICTE Sponsored Faculty Development Program organised by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, M.V.G.R. College of Engineering, Vizianagaram, May 25 to June 06, 2009. 

3. National Workshop on Computer Applications in Solids, Fluids and Thermal Sciences (NWCASFT), Hosted by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, M.V.G.R. College of Engineering, Vizianagaram, March 23 and 24, 2007.

4. International Workshop on New Product Development: Machine Learning Approach, Hosted by the School of Computer Engineering (NTU) and the Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), Singapore in collaboration with the CAD Centre, University of Strathclyde, UK, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China and Philips Design, Singapore. Jan 7, 2005.

WORKSHOPS ATTENDED:

1. MISSION 10X Workshop, Conducted by Wipro and Hosted by MVGR College of Engineering, Vizianagaram, June 4-11, 2010.

2. Short-Term Program on Mechatronics and Micro-Manufacturing, Hosted by Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, May 19-23, 2008.

3. Six-Sigma, Hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry, The Park, Visakhapatnam, ----, 20---.

4. Conclave on Operational Excellence, Hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry, Taj Gateway, Visakhapatnam, July 26, 2013.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS SUBMITTED/SANCTIONED:

1. Modernisation of Thermal Engineering Lab. As Coordinator, a proposal was put forward to and sanctioned by AICTE under the MODROBS scheme for development of thermal engineering laboratory at M.V.G.R. College of Engineering, Vizianagaram. Sanctioned Amount: Rs. 7,80,000: Year 2010.

2. Development of an Artificial Intelligence based Performance Enhancement System for an Open Architecture Controlled Machine Tool. As Principal Investigator, project proposal put forward to and sanctioned by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), New Delhi under the Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC). Sanctioned Amount: Rs. 38,72,000: Year 2009.

3. Integrated Manufacturing and Service Systems: New Product Development – A Machine Learning Approach, Project proposal submitted to and approved by Science and Engineering Research Council (SERC) of Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore under the Thematic Strategic Research Program (Value: About SGD 1 million; three-year project timeframe): Year 2005.

4. The Development of a Commercially Viable Thermal Error Compensation System for a Production-class Machine Tool, Funded by the Singapore Millennium Foundation for postdoctoral research (Value: SGD 120,000): Year 2002.