Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering is one of the pioneering departments of Rajadhani institute of engineering and technology established in 2009 with a vision of imparting quality education in mechanical engineering and allied domains by inculcating human values for social transformation. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology (RIET) stands as a cornerstone of academic excellence and innovation.
- State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: The department boasts well-equipped laboratories, including advanced facilities for fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, CAD/CAM, material testing, and automation.
- Experienced Faculty: A team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members committed to academic excellence and mentoring students.
- Industry Collaboration: Strategic partnerships with leading industries and organizations for internships, training, and joint research projects.
- Hands-On Learning: Emphasis on experiential learning through workshops, live projects, and industrial visits.
- Research and Innovation: Active involvement in cutting-edge research, with a focus on areas such as renewable energy, robotics, additive manufacturing, and smart materials.
Vision
To Impart Quality Education in Mechanical Engineering and Allied Domains by Inculcating Human Values for Social Transformation.
Mission
M1: To Provide Quality Education in the Field of Design, Development, Manufacturing, Testing, Maintenance and Research in Mechanical Engineering.
M2: To Keep Abreast with Technology and Improve Academic Standards through Innovative Teaching and Learning Processes.
M3: To Interact with Industries and other Reputed Scientific Organizations for Mutual Transfer of Knowledge and Technology in Mechanical Engineering and Allied Domains
Graduates of the department are well-equipped for careers in automotive, aerospace, energy, manufacturing, and robotics industries. They also excel in higher studies and research globally. Join us at the Mechanical Engineering Department of RIET, where innovation meets excellence, and dreams transform into reality.
- Undergraduate Program (B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering): A comprehensive curriculum combining theoretical foundations with practical applications to prepare students for diverse engineering challenges.
- Value-Added Programs: Helps to get certified in emerging fields such as 3D printing, HVAC design, robotics, and IoT integration.
PEOs
PEO 1: To Provide students with basic knowledge in Mathematics, Science and Engineering fundamentals.
PEO 2: To prepare successful students in the field of collaborative manufacturing Solutions and research in Mechanical Engineering.
PEO 3: To develop engineering graduates with sound academic and technical know-how through student-centric approach.
PEO 4: To promote the awareness about professional and human values as well as ethical Responsibilities for social reformation.
PSOs
PSO1: Engineering Techniques – Familiar with Modern Engineering Software Tools and Equipments to Analyze Mechanical Engineering Problems.
PSO2: Mechanical Design – Design Mechanical Systems/Processes to meet Desired Specifications and Requirements within Realistic Constraints.
PSO3: Managing Efficiency – Develop Capabilities to address the Challenges in the Energy Sector and Develop Energy Efficient Systems.
PSO4: Industrial Application – Manage the Resources in an Organization more Effectively and Efficiently in the Dynamic Industrial Environment.
Department & Classrooms
The teachers’ room is the place where staff can relax before or after class, consult with colleagues, plan lessons, discuss educational issues and socialize. Creating a space where they can relax in comfort away from their job role will help support their work/life balance. Smart Classrooms are equipped with technological resources, such as interactive projectors & multimedia devices. These Classrooms aim to keep students engaged in learning. It involves the use of visual and audio means rather than only textbooks.
MANUFACTURING LAB I & II
Manufacturing technology lab enhances students to study and practice the various machining operations that can be performed in lathe, shaping, drilling, milling etc. and equip students with the practical knowledge required in the manufacturing /production.
Facilities
- Lathe machine
- Shaping machine
- Slotting machine
- Plaining machine
- CNC machine
- Fully automated milling machine
- Semi-automated milling machine
- Horizontal band saw machine
- Radial drilling machine
- Surface grinding machine
- Cylindrical grinding machine
- Tool & cutter grinding machine
THERMAL ENGINEERING LAB
The primary purpose of the-laboratory thermal engineering is-to show students the experimental methods-on thermal energies on various engines-and demonstrate their operational procedures. These values can be further used to determine other fuel properties. Thermal engineering plays a serious role in industries such as automotive, aerospace, power generation, and manufacturing. It is fundamental to the design and operation of internal combustion engines, refrigeration units, and thermal power plants.
Facilities
- Benson boiler
- Steam generator
- Parallel flow – Counter flow heat exchanger
- Air conditioning test rig
- Refrigeration test rig
- Heat pipe demonstrator
- Forced convection apparatus
- Stefen-boltzman apparatus
- Pin – fin apparatus
- Thermal conductivity of liquid
- Thermal conductivity of composite wall
- Thermal conductivity of metal bar
- Emissivity measurement apparatus
- Rectangular fin array apparatus
- Multifluid heat pipe test apparatus
- Natural convection apparatus
FLUID MECHANICS AND MACHINES LAB
Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machines Laboratory is a well-equipped laboratory which provides ideas on hydraulic turbine and carry out their performance study useful hydel power plants. Examine and understand pump working characteristics under given constraints. The Fluid mechanics lab helps the students to understand the characteristics of water in a pipe flow or open channel. The application of water pumps, and use of notches are explained through the laboratory setup.
Facilities
- Reynolds theorem apparatus
- Orifice apparatus
- Bernoulli’s theorem apparatus
- Venturimeter
- Orificemeter
- Pipe friction apparatus
- Notch apparatus
- Pelton wheel turbine
- Francis turbine
- Kaplan turbine
- Metacentric height apparatus
- Reciprocating pump test rig
- Centrifugal pump test rig
- Hydraulic ram test rig
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES LAB
An IC engine lab, or internal combustion engine lab, is a facility that conducts research on internal combustion engines (ICEs). The goal of IC engine labs is to improve the performance of ICEs, reduce emissions, and develop new technologies. Methods for testing internal combustion engines include measuring important performance parameters like friction power, indicated power, brake power, and efficiency. Engineers test engines to compare performance and identify areas for improvement.
Facilities
- Four stroke single cylinder diesel engine
- Four stroke single cylinder petrol engine
- Basic Two stroke single cylinder petrol engine
- Heavy Two stroke single cylinder petrol engine
- Four stroke twin cylinder diesel engine
- Four stroke four cylinder petrol engine
METROLOGY & INSTRUMENTATION LAB
Metrology is the science of measurement and how it’s applied. By contrast to instrumentation, metrology is not just about the physical and routine making of measurements, it is more about the infrastructure in place that ensures we are confident in the accuracy of the measurement. The calibration of various transducers and instruments performances are studied and also analyzed the static and dynamic characteristics of the various instruments.
Facilities
- Autocollimator
- Profile projector
- Tool makers microscope
- Metallurgical microscope
- Polishing machine
- Sine bar
- Slip gauge and precision measuring instruments
BASIC MECHANICAL WORKSHOP
The Basic Mechanical Workshop at the Mechanical Engineering Department is designed to provide students with hands-on experience in various fabrication/manufacturing processes. The aim of a workshop is to bring a group of people together around a specific subject. The aim is to encourage learning, collaboration, problem-solving or the creation of new ideas. Unlike a traditional meeting or conference, a workshop is often interactive and participative.
Facilities
- Foundry
- Black smithy
- Basic machines
- Power cutter
- Plumbing
- welding
- Carpentry
- Fitting
- Sheet metal cutting
MECHANICAL LAB
One of the most diverse and versatile engineering fields, mechanical engineering is the study of objects and systems in motion. As such, the field of mechanical engineering touches virtually every aspect of modern life, including the human body, a highly complex machine.
Facilities
- Whirling of shaft apparatus
- Universal governor
- Motorized gyroscope apparatus
- Bomb calorimeter
Revision 2015
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Revision 2021
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2022-23
SI No | Student Name | Designation & Company Details |
1 | Abhijith A | Trainee, JBM AUTO LIMITED |
2 | Akash A | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
3 | Karananath B | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
4 | Jithin Babu | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
5 | Abhishek M | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
6 | Anujith S | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
7 | Darshan P | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
9 | Rohith R | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
10 | Akhil Sudarsanan | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
11 | Nidheesh Jayesh | Trainee, Karmen International Private LTD |
12 | Adhithyan S S | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
13 | Dev Vinayak S P | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
14 | Midhin Suresh | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
15 | Adhithya B. Cheriyanth | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
16 | Sooraj A S | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
17 | Muhammed Adhil Navas | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
18 | Muahmmed Saheer Khan | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
19 | Collin David Joseph | Trainee, Toprun Automotive India Private Limited |
- Ms.Divya C R (Lecturer/ME) attended five day Training Program on Life Skills organized by KTU at, South park, Trivandrum from 11th to 15th July 2016.
- Ms.Divya C R (Lecturer/ME) attended one day program on Design & Engineering, in barton Hill organized by KTU on 19th March 2016.
- Ms.Divya C R (Lecturer/ME) attended three day program on Engineering Graphics, in Marian Engineering college organized by KTU from 15th to 17th June 2016.
- Mr Asok R & Vinod M S attended a programme on “Experimental Stress Analysis”, in Barton Hill Engineering college organized by KTU from 19th to 23rd July 2016.
- Mr Asok R & Harisankar U S attended a programme on “Advanced Combustion Technologies” in TKM Engineering college .
Benny T K – 2015 – Paper publication. “Fabrication and characterization of Aluminium Boron Carbide Metal Matrix composite” in Journal of Research Innovations in Engineering and Technology Volume: II, ISSN 2321-6603
Benny T K – 2016 – Paper publication. “Analysis of Damping of Layered Structures with Riveted Joints” in Journal of Research Innovations in Engineering and Technology Volume: III, ISSN 2321-6603
Benny T K – 2017 – Paper publication. “Effect of Boron Carbide in Aluminium-Boron Carbide Metal Matrix Composites” in Journal of Research Innovations in Engineering and Technology Volume: IV, ISSN 2321-6603
Benny T K – 2019 – Paper publication. “Asphalt Plasto- A brick from Waste Plastic” in International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) Vol. 8 Issue 7, July 2019: Page no:222-227
Benny T K –2020 – webinar. AICTE Sponcerd one week online STTP on Smart materials, Automation and its future Impact on Humans (part 2)SAFIH 2020 organized by department of mechanical Sree Budha College of Engineering during16th to 21st Nov 2020
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2019 – Paper publication. Experimental study on heat transfer characteristics of liquid nitrogen through coated transfer lines,Journal of Physics 1355 (2019) 12011, doi:10.1088/1742-6596/1355/1/012011.
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2021 – Paper publication. Experimental investigation on heat transfer characteristics in cryogenic chilldown of a helically coiled tube, Sādhanā 46, 2 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12046-020-01524-w
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2020 – Paper publication. Design and Fabrication of Automatic Dosa Maker, International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology (IJEAT) ISSN: 2249 – 8958, Volume-9 Issue-5, June 2020.
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2018 – Conference. Computational study on two phase flow of liquid nitrogen with different internal coatings, Taylor and Francis Group, London, ISBN-978-0-8153-5760-5
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2018 – Conference. “Experimental study on the effect of low conductivity coating on cryogenic transfer lines,International Conference on Green Energy and Applications, ICGEA-2018, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2018 – Conference. Experimental study on two phase flow of liquid nitrogen through coated stainless steel transfer line, Seventh Asian Joint Workshop on Thermo physics and Fluid Science AJWTF 7, November 21-24, 2018, Trivandrum, India.
Dr. Bindu S. S. -2019 -Conference. Experimental Investigation on Two phase flow through transfer line curvatures, 27th National Symposium on Cryogenics and Superconductivity (NSCS-2019), January 16-18, 2019, Victor Menezes Convention Center, IIT Bombay.
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2018 -Conference. Experimental Investigations on Chilldown of standard port Cryogenic ball valve with different orientations3, 0th Kerala Science Congress 2018 organised by KSCSTE, CWRDM, January 28-30, 2018,Government Brennen College, Thalassery.
Dr. Bindu S. S. – 2019 – Conference. Experimental study on heat transfer characteristics of liquid nitrogen through coated transfer line, International Conference on Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, December 15-17, 2019, TKM college of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala.
Asok R – 2020 – Project Funding. Financial Assistance of Rs 10000 has been sanctioned by KSCTE for the Project ” PSC Library ” ( Letter No. 01071/SPS 64/ 2019/KSCSTE)
Asok R. – 2019 – Competition. Mentor for the Virtual BAJA SAEINDIA 2019 organized by SAEINDIAon 12th & 13th July 2019 at Chitkara University, Punjab.
Asok R – 2015 – Paper Publication. Design of Birdwingtip feather type winglet to Aircraft wings
Asok R. – 2020 – Paper Publication. Akhil Vijay, Ashik V, Amal S. Dr. M D Sreekumar, Annthakrishnan U, Mr. Asok R “Modified piston design for better Combustion efficiency” International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT), Vol. 9 Issue 06, June-2020, ISSN: 2278-0181.
Asok R- 2018 – Professional Organization. Faculty Cordinator of SAEINDIA Collegiate club of Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology
Asok R – 2016- Organization. NSS Programme officer, Programme cordinator of SAGY.
Asok R –2019 – Forest Club – RIET. Staff Cordinator of Forest Club – RIET
Asok R – 2018 – Professional Organization. Member of IEEE SB Rajadhani Institute of Engineering and Technology
Asok R. – 2019 – Proposal. The proposal for consideration by the IEEE Humanitarian Activities Committee (HAC) Projects Committee. has been selected for the final phase “The Installation and Maintenance of Desalinization Plant for Anchuthengu Village (IMPDA)” #19-PC3-13″
Asok R – 2020 – FDP. AICTE Sponcerd one week online STTP on Smart materials, Automation and its future Impact on Humans (part 2)SAFIH 2020 organized by department of mechanical Sree Budha College of Engineering
Asok R – 2020 – FDP. Succesfully completed successfully AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Online FDP on “3D Printing & Design” at Mar Athanasius College of Engineering.
Krishnakumar K. – 2012 – Conference. Acoustic performance of PUF embedded sandwich panels, National Conference on Technological Trends, August 08-10, 2102, College of Engineering , Trivandrum, Kerala
Krishnakumar K – 2013 – Paper Publication. “Validation of prediction of transmission loss in PUF embedded sandwich panels” ISBN 978-93-5137-273-8 International Conference on Applied Mechanics,July 4-6, 2013, IIT Madras, Tamil Nadu
Krishnakumar K. – 2019 – Paper Publication. Disposl of Glass waste using Ball Mill”in RIET Journal
Krishnakumar K. – 2020 – Paper Publication. “Bio-Diesel from used cooking oil” in International Journal of Research & Technology(IJRT) on June 2020
Krishnakumar K – 2020 – webinar. AICTE Sponcerd one week online STTP on Smart materials, Automation and its future Impact on Humans (part 2)SAFIH 2020 organized by department of mechanical Sree Budha College of Engineering during16th to 21st Nov 2020
Participation in national and international technical competitions like SAE Baja and robotics challenges.
Regular workshops, seminars, and guest lectures by industry experts and alumni.
Active student chapters of professional bodies like SAE, and ISTE.
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Expert talk on Final Year project potentialities and opportunities by Mrs. Bindhu S S
Expert talk by Dr.J.Bruce Ralphin Rose On Computational Fluid Dynamics
‘HERTZ’ THE LOUDEST SUPER BIKE ‘MEXIBITZA’ WAS CONDUCTED AS PART OF THE COLLEGE CULTURAL FEST ITIHA 2018
TRAINING ON FEAST BY VSSC FOR OUR FACULTY AND STUDENTS – CAREER ORIENTATION PROGRAM
CAREER ORIENTATION SESSION BY MR. BALRAM SHANKAR
A MOTIVATION SESSION FOR OUR STUDENTS – A MOTIVATION SESSION FOR OUR STUDENTS BY MRS PUSHPA BHAI
Best Paper award on title Natural Ventilation performance of wind tower. Mr. Hareesh Krishnan H, Asst. Prof. in ME received.
Best Paper award on title Natural Ventilation performance of wind tower with modified head exchanger device at Kerala Technological Congress 2017 and 9th Rank in Thermal Engineering, CUSAT.
1st Rank in Thermal Engineering, CUSAT. Mr.Jenish P Varghese , Asst. Prof. in ME got 1st Rank in Thermal Engineering, CUSAT