Ph.D. Supervisor
Research supervision and collaboration in Metal Casting, Centrifugal Casting, Advanced Manufacturing and Advanced Machining Processes.
Dr. A. K. Patel
Government Engineering College, Palanpur, Gujarat, India
I am interested in supervising motivated research scholars and postgraduate students working in the areas of manufacturing engineering, metal casting and advanced manufacturing technologies. Research work may involve experimental investigation, process optimization, statistical analysis, material characterization and development of innovative manufacturing processes.
Currently Enrolled as Ph.D. Supervisor at Gujarat Technological University
Listed in the 40th List of Ph.D. Supervisors of Gujarat Technological University (GTU).
GTU 40th Supervisor List ↓
Areas of Research & Supervision
Prospective Ph.D. scholars and researchers may explore research opportunities in the following areas.
Metal Casting
Research related to metal casting processes, solidification, casting defects, process parameters, material behaviour, mechanical properties and casting quality improvement.
Centrifugal Casting Process
Experimental investigation and optimization of centrifugal casting processes, including process parameters, mold conditions, microstructure, mechanical properties and casting performance.
Advanced Manufacturing Processes
Development and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes with emphasis on process improvement, productivity, quality, performance and sustainable manufacturing.
Advanced Machining Processes
Research in advanced and non-traditional machining processes, machining performance, surface characteristics, process parameters, optimization and experimental analysis.
Potential Research Methodologies
Design and execution of experimental research.
DOE, Taguchi and statistical experimental techniques.
Optimization of manufacturing process parameters.
Microstructure and mechanical property investigation.
Interested in Ph.D. Research?
Prospective Ph.D. scholars, postgraduate students and researchers interested in the above research areas are welcome to get in touch for discussion regarding potential research topics, supervision and research collaboration.
Research Discussion →
Current Ph.D. Supervision
Currently serving as Ph.D. Supervisor / Co-Supervisor for research scholars working in the field of Mechanical Engineering and advanced manufacturing.
| Sr. No. | Name of Student | University | Research Title | Supervisor / Co-Supervisor | Started In | Completed In | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |
Prof. Girish S. Patel
|
Gokul Global University
|
Parametric Investigation of Centrifugal Casting
Process for Al-Si Alloy (LM6)
|
Ongoing | |||
| 02 |
Prof. Raju B. Darbar
|
Gokul Global University
|
Ongoing |
The above list represents the research scholars currently under Ph.D. supervision / co-supervision.