Dr. Virupaxi Auradi| Materials and Metallurgical Engineering Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Virupaxi Auradi , SIT, Tumkur , India

Dr. Virupaxi Auradi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur. With a Ph.D. from VTU, Belgaum, he specializes in solidification processing of metallic systems, microstructure-property correlations, and advanced structural materials.

 

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Employment History:

• Associate Professor at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur (2012 – Present)
• Assistant Professor at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur (2009 – 2012)
• Lecturer at Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur (2007 – 2009)
• Research Associate at Research and Development Centre for Ceramics, KREC, Surathkal (1997 – 2000)

Research Projects: Dr. Auradi has led several research projects funded by organizations like the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Karnataka, AICTE New Delhi, and Aeronautical Research and Development Board.

Administrative Experience: He has held various administrative roles including member of the Institute Ranking Improvement Committee, TEQIP Coordinator, Board of Studies member, and Deputy Warden at Siddaganga Institute of Technology.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from VTU, Belgaum
• M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from KREC, Surathkal
• B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Gulbarga University

Awards and Recognition:

Dr. Auradi has received numerous awards including the ARP Award by Vision Group of Science and Technology, Best Paper Awards, Engineer’s Day Award, and various accolades for his research contributions.

Membership and Professional Affiliations:

He is a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers and a Life Member of Karnataka Rajya Vignyan Parishath and Tribological Society of India.

Invited/Guest Talks:

Dr. Auradi has delivered invited lectures and technical talks on topics related to his research interests at various national and international conferences and workshops.

Research Contributions:

His research contributions include advancements in solidification processing, development of metal matrix composites, optimization of diffusion bonding parameters, and investigation of tribological behavior.

Publications Top Notes 📄

Preparation of 6061Al-Al2O3 MMC’s by stir casting and evaluation of mechanical and wear properties

Citation : 318

Processing of B4C Particulate Reinforced 6061Aluminum Matrix Composites by melt stirring involving two-step addition

Citation : 118

Effect of Al2O3 particles on mechanical and wear properties of 6061Al alloy metal matrix composites

Citation : 69

Investigations on mechanical and wear behavior of nano Al2O3 particulates reinforced AA7475 alloy composites

Citation : 55

Preparation and Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of 6061Al–B₄C_p Composites Produced via Two-Stage Melt Stirring

Citation : 54