Mechanical Engineering – LBS College Of Engineering

DESCRIPTION

VISION

Excel individually and collectively in Mechanical Engineering to generate, innovate and disseminate the knowledge for the development of society

MISSION

Establish facilities for teaching and learning with sustainable development.
Impart knowledge in Mechanical Engineering theory and practical courses and provide training in the allied fields.
Network with nearby institutes and industry and share the knowledge to reach the next generation of professionals.

Program Educational Objectives

PEO1. Practice Mechanical Engineering in broad range of industries as Professionals and Entrepreneurs.
PEO2. Pursue higher studies, get involved in research activities in the field of Science, Engineering, and Technology.
PEO3. Empower positive change in society through active leadership, strategic management and effective governance.

Program Specific Outcomes

PSO1. Our graduates will be able to apply the knowledge in Engineering mechanics, thermal and fluid science for the design and analysis of mechanical engineering systems.
PSO2. Our graduates will be able to apply the principles of management, industrial engineering and manufacturing process in design, analysis, planning, and execution of production process and systems.

About the Department

Department of Mechanical Engineering offers 4 year B.Tech degree course in Mechanical engineering. B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering was one among the 4 courses started when the college was established in 1993. The Department has recorded a consistent growth over the years. The department is set up with all required infrastructure and human resources. The laboratories are well equipped to help students to carry out project works on the latest developments in the field. The department has independent reference library having more than 500 volumes.

Email: med@lbscek.ac.in
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076402320070

DEPARTMENT ADVISORY BOARD (DAB)

Name	Designation	Role
Dr. Manojkumar C V	HOD, ME	Chairman
Dr. Anilkumar B C	Associate Professor, ME	Faculty Member
Prof. Swaraj Kumar B	Associate Professor, ME	Faculty Member
Dr. Anilkumar K R	GM, Solver Development, Fluidyn consultancy Private Ltd.	Member from industry
Dr. Govindan P	Associate Professor, GCE Kannur	Member from other educational institution
Mrs. Sreelatha K V	M/o Harshath Akhil (S8, ME)	Parent member
Mr. Gopinath N V	F/o Vaishnavnath M (S8, ME)	Parent member
Mohammed Rinshad	Student (S8, ME)	Student member
Muhammed Shibin	Student (S8, ME)	Student member

DEPARTMENT QUALITY ASSURANCE CELL (DQAC)

Name	Designation	Role
Dr. Manojkumar C V	Head, Associate Professor, ME	Chairman
Prof. Mahesh P V	Associate Professor, ME	Convenor
Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal	Professor, ME	Member
Dr. Anilkumar E N	Associate Professor, ME	Member
Dr. Anilkumar B C	Associate Professor, ME	Member
Prof. Jowhar Mubarak	Assistant Professor, ME	Member

HOD

Dr. Manoj Kumar. C. V

Associate Professor

Mobile : 9895663157

E Mail : cvmanojkumar@lbscek.ac.in

FACULTY MEMBERS

TEACHING STAFF

Sl No	Name	Designation	Mobile No.	Email id
1	Dr. Manoj Kumar. C. V.	Associate Professor & HOD	9895663157	cvmanojkumar@lbscek.ac.in
2	Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal	Professor	8547582398	kadengal@lbscek.ac.in
3	Prof Mahesh P V	Associate Professor	9446676947	pvmahesh@lbscek.ac.in
4	Prof. Swaraj Kumar B.	Associate Professor	9447382229	swaraj@lbscek.ac.in
5	Dr. Anil Kumar B.C.	Associate Professor	9496358213	anilkbc@lbscek.ac.in
6	Prof.Jowhar Mubarak	Assistant Professor	9446271225	mubarakjowhar@lbscek.ac.in
7	Prof. Vinod O. M	Assistant Professor	9446389436	omvinod@lbscek.ac.in
8	Prof.Sreejith M	Assistant Professor	9745007369	sreejishm@lbscek.ac.in
9	Prof.Prajina N. V.	Assistant Professor	8157871254	prajina@lbscek.ac.in
10	Prof. Mukul Joseph	Assistant Professor	9447536311	mukuljoseph@gmail.com
11	Prof. Latheesh Bharathan V	Assistant Professor	9746829172	latheesh@lbscek.ac.in
12	Prof. Aswanth K	Assistant Professor	9207188540	aswanthchaithanya@gmail.com

TECHNICAL STAFF

Sl No	Name	Designation	Email	Mobile
1	Satheesh Kumar C	Instructor Grade I	9495148990	satheeshgreeshmam@lbscek.ac.in
2	Binu K Mani	Instructor Grade I	9447476001	binukmani@lbscek.ac.in
3	Jinju V	Instrument Mechanic	9895826186	jinju@lbscek.ac.in
4	Anu P Varghese	Trade Instructor	9947296891	anupv2007@lbscek.ac.in
5	Ratheesh T	Trade Instructor GR II	9745115291	tratheesh@lbscek.ac.in
6	Sajin U K	Trade Instructor GR II	9605419709	sajinuk@lbscek.ac.in
7	Santhosh Damodharan	Trade Instructor GR II	9495513140	sandamodhar@lbscek.ac.in
8	Amritharaj P P	Tradesman	9633022879	amritharaj@lbscek.ac.in
9	Balakrishnan T	Tradesman	9497289618	tbk423@lbscek.ac.in
10	Jayadevan P	Tradesman	8848283085	jayadevan@lbscek.ac.in

FACULTY PHOTOS

Dr. Manoj Kumar. C. V. Associate Professor	Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal Professor	Prof. Mahesh P V Associate Professor	Prof. Swaraj Kumar B Associate Professor	Dr. Anil Kumar B C Associate Professor	Prof. Jowhar Mubarak Assistant Professor
Prof. Vinod O M Assistant Professor	Prof. Sreejith M Assistant Professor	Prof. Prajina N V Assistant Professor	Prof. Aswanth K Assistant Professor	Prof. Mukul Joseph Assistant Professor	Prof. Latheesh Bharathan V Assistant Professor
Binu K Mani Instructor Grade I	Satheesh Kumar C Instructor Grade I	Jinju V Instrument Mechanic	Anu P Varghese Trade Instructor	Ratheesh T Trade Instructor GR II	Sajin U K Trade Instructor GR II
Santhosh Damodharan Trade Instructor GR II	Amritharaj P P Tradesman	Balakrishnan T Tradesman	Jayadevan P Tradesman

STAFF ADVISORS

Staff Advisors

The staff advisors, typically faculty members, serve as mentors, guides, and advocates for students throughout their academic journey. They offer valuable advice on course selection, career pathways, and extracurricular activities, helping students navigate the complexities of college life. Moreover, staff advisors provide a supportive environment for students to address any challenges they may encounter, whether academic, personal, or professional.

Year	Staff Advisors
2023 Admission	Dr. Sajan Jerome & Prof. Swaraj Kumar B
2022 Admission	Dr. Anil Kumar B C & Prof. Tubin Manuel
2021 Admission	Prof. Jowhar Mubarak & Prof. Aswanth K
2020 Admission	Prof. Sreejith M & Prof. Latheesh Bharathan V

FACILITIES

The facilities within the mechanical engineering department are meticulously designed to cater to the diverse needs of students and faculty. State-of-the-art laboratories equipped with cutting-edge equipment enable hands-on experimentation and practical application of theoretical knowledge, providing students with valuable real-world experience. Additionally, lecture halls outfitted with modern audiovisual technology enhance the teaching and learning experience, while specialized software and computing facilities support advanced simulations and modeling activities. A well-equipped department library offers students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of core concepts and explore emerging technologies in their respective disciplines. Furthermore, access to specialized workshops and fabrication labs empowers students to prototype and bring their ideas to life. Through these comprehensive facilities, the mechanical engineering department cultivates a dynamic learning environment that prepares students to excel in their academic pursuits and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of their respective fields.

DEPARTMENT LIBRARY

• Total books : 783
• Data books : 10
• Seminar reports : 150
• Main project reports :150

MACHINE SHOP

This lab includes various machines like Lathes, Shapers, Milling Machines and Planing Machines etc.Machine tools are power driven machines used by the mechanical engineers for imparting the desired size and shape to a work piece with the desired accuracy by removing the excess metal in the form of chips. In the machine tool lab, the student performs different operations in the lathe such as taper turning, thread cutting, grooving etc., and also cuts different types of gears in the milling machine provided with indexing mechanism.

FLUID MECHANICS LAB

This laboratory gives the students practical knowledge on the fundamental principles of Fluid Mechanics and can verify the principles of fluid flow. They conduct study of various pipe fittings, valves, gauges, water meter, current meter and on stability of floating bodies, pipe flow and applications of Bernoulli’s Theorem etc. The different test rigs available in the lab includes, − Pipe friction apparatus − Orifice Meter apparatus − Rectangular & V-notch apparatus − Ventury meter apparatus − Reynolds apparatus − Rotameter apparatus − Orifice apparatus − Metacentric height apparatus

FLUID MACHINERY LAB

The student acquires practical knowledge by conducting experiments on different hydraulic machinery like pumps and turbines. Some of the facilities provided in the fluid machinery lab are, − Subsonic wind tunnel test rig − Kaplan Turbine test rig − Francis turbine test rig − Pelton turbine test rig − Reciprocating pump test rig − Centrifugal pump test rig − Jet pump test rig − Submersible pump test rig − Gear pump test rig − Axial flow fan test rig

THERMAL ENGINEERING LAB

In our Thermal Engineering Lab almost all types of most modern two stroke and four stroke engines are available for the students to get practical knowledge about the working and characteristics of different engines. The cut sections of engines, gear box etc helps the students to know more about the features of different types of engines. Vane type rotary compressor, 2-stage reciprocating compressor, Vapour compression refrigeration test rig and Air conditioner Test rig are also available in the lab.

INSTRUMENTATION LAB

Our Instrumentation Laboratory is equipped with various transducers and instrumentation trainers, measurement systems, LVDTs, strain gauges, thermocouples, digital thermometers etc. This lab is primarily used for teaching different types of transducers and measurement systems.

STRENGTH OF MATERIALS LAB

Strength of Materials Laboratory offers facilities for testing materials for their strength, behavior and suitability for various applications. The various equipments available in the lab are, − Universal testing machine − Torsion testing machine − Compression testing machine − Impact testing machine − Tensile testing machine − Brinnel hardness Tester − Rockwell hardness tester

HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER LAB

Heat transfer is a subject of widespread interest to the students of engineering curriculum, practicing engineers and technicians in the design, construction, testing and operation of the many diverse forms of heat exchange equipment required in our scientific and industrial fields. To study the heat transfer characteristics state of the art facilities are available in the HMT lab. Some of the test rigs available in our lab include, − Steffan Boltzman apparatus − Heat transfer in forced convection − Heat transfer in natural convection − Heat transfer in extended surfaces − Emissivity measurement apparatus − Thermal conductivity of metal rod − Heat exchanger apparatus − Critical heat flux apparatus

CAD LAB

Computer Aided Design is an essential industrial requirement as a part of technological development. The department has a well-equiped computer laboratory with 30 workstations and advanced softwares such as Matlab, AUTOCAD and ANSYS etc.

MECHANICAL WORKSHOP

The General Mechanical workshop is the common workshop for first and second semester in an Engineering Course. In this workshop students get firsthand experience in modern welding techniques, Foundry, Sheet metal works, forging, fitting, carpentry, and smithy.

ONLINE RESOURCES

YOUTUBE CHANNELS AND VIDEOS

Sl. No	Faculty	Subject	YouTubeLink
1	Prof. Jowhar Mubarak	Strength of Materials Lab	https://youtube.com/@jowharmubarak2357?si=cxTUTZz0JHjCADgy
2	Prof. Swaraj Kumar B	Gas Dynamics
3	Prof. Sarath Sasi	Engineering Graphics

POWER POINT PRESENTATIONS AND STUDY MATERIALS

Sl No	Faculty	Subject	Google Dive Link
1	Dr. Sajan Jerome	Advanced Energy Engineering	https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QmziTsmj_hGwnCP4tsjJDnwcbQcenk1F?usp=sharing
2	Prof. Sreejith M	Thermodynamics	https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12gGqwkCm0Uz3jf_U6EIFNZWvD8MCR6OZ?usp=sharing
3	Prof. Latheesh Bharathan V	Mechatronics	https://docs.google.com/file/d/1L_W9NhF8_9_L6OKQekc_VGxwIW0ucMaH/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=mspresentation

DETAILS OF GOOGLE CLASS ROOMS

Sl No	Faculty	Subject	Google Class Room Link
1	Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal	MET203 Mechanics of Fluids	https://classroom.google.com/c/NDM2MzMzODgxODAw?cjc=sy5vxyb
2	Prof. Sreejith M	MET303 Thermal Engineering	https://classroom.google.com/c/NDM3Mjc2ODE3Nzcz?cjc=m5fhswz
3	Prof. Mahesh P V	MET305 Industrial and Systems Engineering	https://classroom.google.com/c/NDU2MTc3NzA4OTAx?cjc=xemfia7
4	Prof. Swaraj Kumar B	ME409 Compressible Fluid Flow	https://classroom.google.com/u/1/c/MTI2MTk5MjI4NzI5
5	Prof. Vinod O M	EST110 Engineering Graphics	https://classroom.google.com/c/NDU1OTIzNDc4MDMx?cjc=c6kiz35
6	Prof. Sreejith M	MET 202 Engineering Thermodynamics	https://classroom.google.com/c/MzI2NjI3NTM5NTMx?cjc=r53hmcx
7	Dr. Sajan Jerome	ME 403 Advanced Energy Engineering	https://classroom.google.com/c/NDAzMjgwMDUxNTAw?cjc=7envd6a
8	Prof. Tubin Manuel	HUT200 Professional Ethics	https://classroom.google.com/c/MzI2NjM2NTQxNjE2?cjc=jnqjphe
9	Prof. Latheesh Bharathan V	EST 120 Basic Mechanical Engineering	https://classroom.google.com/w/NDU2MjIzMTk4OTc2/tc/NDU3NzU2ODEwODY4

ASSOCIATION

The Mechanical Engineering Students Association serves as a vital platform for students within the mechanical engineering department to collaborate, innovate, and cultivate their passion for the discipline. Through a variety of activities, workshops, and events, students association fosters a sense of community among students while providing opportunities for professional development and networking. Members of student’s association often engage in hands-on projects, design competitions, and technical seminars, allowing them to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges and stay abreast of the latest advancements in the field. Additionally, the association organizes industry visits, guest lectures, and career guidance, expert talks to connect students with professionals and facilitating internships. Furthermore, students association plays a crucial role in promoting a culture of leadership and service, empowering students to take on leadership roles, organize events, and contribute positively to the broader engineering community. Overall, the mechanical engineering students association enriches the educational experience of mechanical engineering students, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and networks necessary for success in their academic and professional endeavors.

President: Dr. Manojkumar C V, HOD, ME
Staff-in-charge: Prof. Jowhar Mubarak, Assistant Professor, ME
Association Secretary: Mohammed Rinshad, S8 ME

Recent programs conducted

An expert talk on “Computational Fluid Dynamics ; An introduction Through Case Studies” was conducted on behalf of the Mechanical Engineering Association, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod on 08/12/2023.The session was handled by Dr. Anil Kumar K. R. General Manager, Multiphysics, Fluidyn India.

The official inauguration of Mechanical Engineering Association activities 2023 was done by Mr. K V Balu, Chief General Manager, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited ON 07/12/2023. An expert talk on “Overview of Mechanical Design of Heat Exchangers” was delivered by Mr. K V Balu, Chief General Manager, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited.

Project expo was conducted by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod on 28/06/2022. The expo was an initiative of the Mechanical Engineering Association, in which all the projects done by the final semester B.Tech Mechanical Engineering students were demonstrated.

Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod congratulates Abdu Rahuf A, Ahmed Shahzad C N, Akhil A Kumar and Ali Saleem Ismayil C of S8 Mechanical Engineering for securing the first position in “PRADARSHAN : PROJECT PRESENTATION EXPO” conducted as part of TERANIS’22 in association with IEEE SB LBSCEK. The project titled “Process automation of dryer plant” was well appreciated by the experts and is done under the guidance of Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal.

The official inauguration of Mechanical Engineering Association activities 2022 was done by Dr. Pramod K, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIT Palakkad, alumnus of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, 2011 ME batch, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod, on 02/06/2022

Mechanical Engineering Association conducted a webinar on “ Mechanical Design and CAE Future Prospects” by Mr Halim Sha on 22/04/2021 through online.

ACHEIVEMENTS

Apart from academic activities, the students of ME Dept actively participate in Co/Extra- curricular activities with excellence.

Achievements includes

University rank holders
Paper presentation
Conducted/Attended technical festivals
Participated various events of University arts fest/sports meet

Over the years the department has produced several university ranks in Kannur university B.Tech degree examinations.

Students Achievements

Aamila Roja H, Abhishek Das, Amal K and Malik A Azeez of Eight Semester B. Tech Mechanical Engineering (2020 – 24 batch), guided by Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal, Professor, Mechanical Engineering, got a funding of Rs. 50,000 for their project “Automated chair lift for differently abled and elderly persons” from Centre of Excellence for Disability Studies, Thiruvanthapuram.
Anjith Krishnan K, Aswin B, Divya K K and Thejas M V of Eighth Semester B. Tech Mechanical Engineering (2020 – 24 batch), guided by Dr. Sajan Jerome, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, got a funding of Rs. 50,000 for their project “Design and development of multi-functional wheelchair for physically challenged person” from Centre of Excellence for Disability Studies, Thiruvanthapuram.
Vaishnavnath M. and Sridhin Suresh T.V. of 2020-’24 ME batch were members of Kerala technological University Hand ball zonal champions 2023-‘24

Nikhil P, Vaishnavnath M. and Sridhin Suresh T.V. of 2020-’24 ME batch were members of Hand ball zonal champions 2022-‘23

Vipin B. K, Rohith P. and Vipin Kumar of 2022-’26 ME batch, Harimurali Krishna V. B. 2021-’25 ME and Amal. K. 2020-’24 ME were members of Kerala Technological University Kabaddi zonal champions 2022-’23.

Vikas Kumar 2019-’23 ME, Sajay P.K 2020-’24 ME, Sivaprasad. P, Abhishek A.J. and Harimurali Krishna V. B. 2021-’25 ME were members of Kerala Technological University Kabaddi runner up team in 2022-’23

Akshay, Sreekanth. C, Adarsh Vishnu and Vaishakh of 2019-23 ME batch students and Aswin Dharmapuri of 2020-24 ME batch students were members of Kerala Technological University Volleyball Champions 2022-’23.

Habeeb K P, final year Mechanical Engineering student, selected to the KTU Handball team in 2021-22.

Akshay K and Adharsh Mahesh, Fifth semester Mechanical engineering students, selected to the KTU F-Zone volleyball team in 2021-22.

Akshay S and Thanseef T K of Seventh semester Mechanical Engineering students, Aswanth Lal and Nihal Sonu of Fifth semester Mechanical Engineering students of department of mechanical engineering, selected to KTU F-Zone football team in 2021-22.

Fawas E. K. and Shine Shaji of 2017-‘21ME batch, Amal 2016-‘20 ME, Sreeraj K. 2018-‘22 ME were members of Kerala Technological University Cricket Champions 2020.

Staff Achievements

Student project works guided by Dr. Aboobacker Kadengal -“Automated chair lift for differently abled and elderly persons” and Dr. Sajan Jerome -“Design and development of multi-functional wheel chair for physically challenged persons” received a fund of Rs: 50,000 each from Centre of Excellence for Disability Studies (CeDS) in 2024
Prof. Sajan Jerome of Department of Mechanical Engineering secured PhD in Mechanical Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Thiruchirappally, Tamilnadu in January 2024
Prof. Mahesh P V acquired SWAYAM-NPTEL Domain certification in “Product Design”. The courses were completed in the period October 2023

Prof. Anil Kumar B C of Department of Mechanical Engineering secured PhD in Mechanical Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Karnataka, Surathkal in February 2023

Prof. Anil Kumar B C participated and won the best poster presentation award for the paper titled ‘Solar cooker with low-cost sensible heat storage medium’ in the Mahindra University Research Symposium (MURS 2020), November 26-27, 2020, Mahindra University, Hyderabad. Telangana, India.
Prof. Mahesh P V recognized as NPTEL Motivated Learner during the period Jul-Dec 2023.

Prof. Mahesh P V recognized as NPTEL Discipline Star during the period Jan-Apr 2022.

Prof. Mahesh P V recognized as NPTEL Motivated Learner during the period Jul-Dec 2021.

Prof. Mahesh P V recognized as NPTEL Believer during the period Jan-Dec 2020.

ACTIVITIES

Mr. Krishnakumar Radhakrishnan Amluminus of Department of Mechanical Engineering, 2008-12 ME batch, Third Engineer, Merchant Navy delivered an expert talk on “Navigating the Waves : Responsibilities and Ethical Engineering Practices in the Merchant Navy” on 29/02/2024

Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod organized a “Readiness Program” for the final year B.Tech Mechanical Engineering students from 06/10/2023 to 09/10/2023 in association with ASAP Cell, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod.

Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod organized a one-day workshop on “AUTODESK FUSION 360” on 05/10/2023 for the faculty and staff members of the department.

On the occasion of National Engineer’s Day, 15 September 2022, Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod conducted a Webinar on “Career options and scope in Mechanical Engineering- from the perspective of a new product developer”. The session was handled by Mr. San George, Vestas Wind Systems, India, also an alumnus of the Department of Mechanical Engg., LBS College of Engg. Kasaragod.The session was held via google meet on 15/09/2022.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering Kasaragod conducted a webinar on “Career advancement opportunities for prospective Mechanical Engineers” on 9/8/2022, Tuesday evening from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM through google meet. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shijin P. Kozhumal, Assistant Professor, Eastern Kentucky University, USA.

An expert talk on “Photovoltaic System” was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBSCEK for the seventh semester Mechanical Engineering, students on 10/12/2021. The session was handled by Prof. Mathew George, alumnus of Department of Mechanical Engineering, 2012 ME batch, who is currently working as Research Assistant at University of Malaya, Kualalumpur, Malaysia.

As a voluntary effort from the staff members of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod, a permanent name board designed and fabricated in the department workshop was fixed at the entrance of the department on 06/08/2022

Faculty and staff actively participated in the beautification of Department of Mechanical Engineering. More than a dozen arecanut trees were planted in front of the department under the leadership of the HoD, Prof. Vinod O. M.

The sanitizer dispensing machine designed and fabricated in Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBSCEK, being handed over to the Principal Dr. Mohammed Shekoor T, by the HoD, Prof. Vinod O M.

Launching of the official Facebook page of Department of Mechanical Engineering, LBS College of Engineering, Kasaragod was done by Principal Dr. Mohammed Shekoor on 29/11/2021.

Mechathlon : The department of mechanical engineering conducts annual intercollegiate techno-management fest “MECHATHLON”, comprising of technical paper presentation, design contests, technical quiz & debate, informals, exhibitions, project stalls etc. MECHATHLON brings the best minds in the country challenging them to explore new possibilities in technology and management. This Technical fest aims to amalgamate the innovative ideas of young Engineers with experienced minds on the various latest technological trends. MECHATHLON gives an opportunity to the young technocrats to work as a team and forge their ideas into masterpieces. MECHATHLON is conducted once in every two years. The last MECHATHLON was on April 2023. The upcoming MECHATHLON is scheduled to be on April 2025.

ALUMNI

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

The objectives of the LBSCE ME Alumni Association are to maintain the link between the Department and its alumni, to update their details of employment and achievements and contribute back to the department by interactions with the faculties and students through talks, webinars, workshops etc. The Department is very proud of the contributions of our alumni towards the Department, College, and the society. We appreciate and thank the Alumni for their contributions.

Our alumni have excelled as professionals in various roles in industries, academics and research, entrepreneurs, administrative and community services etc. The process of continuous networking for sharing the expertise, experience, internships and employment opportunities are very much fruitful to the department and thereby improving the knowledge and exposure of the present students. This form of mentoring benefits the students a lot in selecting their project and seminar topics, getting awareness of their career prospects, and opportunities for employment and higher studies.

The alumni are very much eager and interested to have occasional meetings and get-togethers as a chance to visit back to their campus and celebrate with the Mechanical Engineering family members.

OFFICE BEARERS

The present office bearers are elected during the Alumni meet ‘ENCONTROYAL 23’ held on 23^rd and 24^th September ’23 at LBS College of Engineering Kasaragod.

Patron: Dr. Mohammad Sekoor T, Principal, LBSCE Kasaragod.

Chairman: Dr. Manoj Kumar C V, Head of the Department, Mechanical Engineering.

President: Mr. Arun P G (2010)

Vice-President: Mr. Vaisakhan S (2010)

Secretary: Dr. Anil Kumar B C (2004)

Treasurer: Mr. Jithesh N P (2013)

Executive Members: Mr. Mahesh P V (1999)

Mr. Tubin Manuel (2013)

Mr. Latheesh Bharathan (2017)

Mr. Satheesh Kumar C (2014)

Mr. Jaseem Muhammed (2013)

Mr. Dhanesh T C (2010)

Mr. Sandeep K P (2006)

Sponsored 2 numbers of 3 D printers to ME Dept by Arunraj Rajan (2000-2004 ME Batch). Hand – overing by Mr. Vaishnav to Dr. Mohammad Sekkor T, principal on 1-04-2024

FEW OF RENOWNED ALUMNI


Mr. Halim Sha 2003-2007 Mechanical Design Engineer, Nuclear Micro reactor division, Rolls Royce	Gangesh Kumar Jha 1993-1997 Co-founder & CEO, SSIVIX LAB Singapore	Dr Pramod K. 2007-2011 Assistant Professor, IIT Palakkad, Kerala	Abhijith K V 2013-2017 IFS-2020 Manipur Cadre

Dr. Sandeep Kumar M 2002-2006 Senior researcher, University of Nottingham, UK	Dr. Ajith Tom James 1995-1999 Assistant Professor, IIM Bodhgaya	Ms. Simron 2014-2018 Edison Engineer, GE Aerospace	Dr. Pradeep M Kamath 1996-2000 Professor & Head, Govt. Engineering College Kozhikode, Kerala

Dr. Sreejith Mohan 2005-2009 Assistant Professor, NIT Tiruchirappalli	Dr. Arun M 1997-2001 APJ KTU NSS Program State Coordinator	Dr. Mathew George 2008-2012 Assistant Professor Atria University Bangalore	Mr. Sudheesh S 2003-2007 Founder & CEO, Enbreeze, GmbH, Germany

Dr. Govindan P 1997-2001 Professor, Govt. College of Engineering Kannur, Kerala.	Mr. Mujeeb Patla 2002- 2006 Project Head, Petrogas, Abhudabi	Mr. San George 2012-2016 Assistant Lead Engineer Cooling & Fire Suppression, Vestas Wind Systems.	Mr. Saurabh Joy 2009-2013 Scientist, LPSC Thiruvananthapuram

Dr. Ranjith S Kumar 1996-2000 Associate Professor College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram Kerala	Mr. Nidhin Koroth 2005-2009 Asst. Manager -QA/QC Oasis Investment Co. LLC – Al Shirawi.	Dr. Sunil Jerome 1996-2000 Assistant Professor Govt. Engineering College Thrissur, Kerala	Jomy Simon 1994-1998 GIS/UAV Mapping specialist, SBL, Infopark Cochin

Mr. Ratheesh O 2000-2004 Assistant Executive Engineer, Ground Water Dept. Govt. of Kerala	Dr. James Mathew 2008-2012 Energy storage system specialist Coventry, England, UK.	Mr. Thasleem P 2014-2018 Design Engineer Baker Hughes Aldine Westfield, Houston, TX, United States, Texas	Mr. Naveen Cyriac 2010-2014 Project Portfolio Cost Engineer, Shell The Hague, The Netherlands

Ms. Ipsita Joshi 2015-2019 Design Engineer Baker Hughes Aldine Westfield, Houston, TX, United States, Texas	Mr. Arunraj Rajan 2000-2004 Founder & CEO IDofThings Cochin, Kerala.	Mr. Ratheesh M 2000-2004 Chief Engineer Fleet Management Ltd Hongkong	Mr. Mathews Kuriakose 2011-2015 Design Engineer Founder,The Newtruth, Dubai, UAE

Mr. Mohammed Aslam NV 2011-2015 Executive Director CDA & Quadcubes Digital LLP	Mr. Nidhin Raj Arol 2009-2013 Film Editor at Film Industry	Mr. Hudaif K V 2011-2015 Founder & Managing Director CDA & Quadcubes Digital LLP	Mr. Austin C 2010-2014 Scientist/Engineer ISRO Trivandrum

Mr. Jithesh NP 2009-2013 HOD in Mechanical Engineering Ma’din Polytechnic College, Malappuram	Mr. Vaisakhan S 2006-2010 Assistant Manager – Research & Development TERUMO PENPOL Private Limited Thiruvananthapuram	Mr. Arun P G 2009-2013 Manager- Auxiliary Power Business (Kerala) Greaves Cotton Limited Mumbai	Mr. Hassn Fainaze 2005-2009 Manager-Operational Excellence Peekay Steel and Castings (P) Ltd Kozhikode

Mr. Sreerag A R 2009-2013 CEO & Founder Fabus Frames Pvt Ltd	Dr. Saijal K K (1997-2001) Associate Professor Govt. Engineering College West Hill, Kerala	Mr. Krishnakumar Radhakrishnan 2008-2012 Third Engineer, Merchant Navy	Mr. Arun Chandran R 1995-1999 General Manager Design & Engineering Armes Maini Storage Systems Pvt. Ltd. Harohalli, Bangalore

Mr. Gopinath V Menon 1994-1998 Project Engineer Al Shola Al Modea Gas Dostribution LLC	Mr. Kiran Ramanunni 2000-2004 DGM L&T Energy hydrocarbon Mumbai	Mr. Rohith Holla 2005-2009 Senior consultant Cognitus Consulting Mumbai	Mr. Anas Mampetta 2006-2010 Senior Procurement Engineer (MEP) Galfar Engineering and Contracting SAOG Oman

Mr. Deepu Krishnan Venugopal 2007-2011 Engineering Manager Caterpillar Inc	Mr. Thahir Ahammed Jalaludeen 2008-2012 IMS Controller Geosol -Geo Technical Engineering Solutions Co Ltd Jubail, Saudi Arabia	Mr. Vidur Vijayan 2008-2012 Sr Project Engineer WOOD Chennai	Mr. Sooraj G 2009-2013 Deputy Manager SME State Bank of India

TALKS/WEBINARS/SEMINARS

It is an initiative by the alumni of the Department of Mechanical Engineering to assist the present students through the expert talks, webinars, seminars etc. Students were motivated and developed by alumni through several expert talks/presentations.

An Interactive session on “Career Orientation” on 02/03/2020 by Sandeep Kumar M (2002- 2006), who is currently working as Technical Architect, L2-Global Expert Continental Automotive India Pvt.Ltd.

A webinar on “Planning and Development In-class Experiments for Fluid and Thermal Sciences” on 24/06/2020 by Pramod K (2007- 2011), who is currently working as Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Palakkad.

A webinar on “Life and Career after Engineering” on 17/07/2020 by Mujeeb Patla (2002- 2006), who is currently working as Project Head, Petrogas, Abhudabi.

A webinar on “Duties and Responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineering in Oil & Gas Erection Site” on 21/07/2020 by Muhammed Rafi (2014- 2018), who is currently working as Project Engineer, VM Mechanical Engineers Pvt Ltd.

Talk on “Future scope and challenges of computational mechanics” on 4-01-2021 by Halim sha, (2003-2007) who is currently working as faculty at School of Mechanical Engineering, Loughborough University UK.
Expert Talk on “CFD as a design and research tool for industrial applications” on 4-01-2021 by Sandeep Kumar (2002-2006), who is currently working as senior researcher, University of Nottingham, UK.
Talk on “Modern computational practices in machine design” on 07-01-2021 by Halim sha, (2003-2007) who is currently working as faculty at School of Mechanical Engineering, Loughborough University UK.
An expert talk on “CFD and aero elasticity of wind turbines” on 27-07-2021 by Sudheesh S (2003-2007) who is currently working at Enbreeze, GmbH, Germany.
An expert talk on “Jet flow and its applications” on 29-07-2021 by Pramod K, (2007-2011) who is currently working as Assistant Professor at IIT Palakkad.
An expert talk on “Applications of fluid dynamics in automotives” on 29-07-2021 by Sandeep Kumar M, (2002-2006) who is currently working as senior researcher, University of Nottingham, UK.
A talk on “Spray and droplets in selective catalytic reduction” on 29-07-2021 by Mikhil S, (2003-2007) who is currently working at IIT Madras.
A talk on “Photovoltaic System” for the seventh semester Mechanical Engineering students on 10/12/2021 handled by Mathew George, (2008-2012) who is currently working as Research Assistant at University of Malaya, Kualalumpur, Malaysia.

The official inauguration of Mechanical Engineering Association was done by Pramod K (2007-2011) on 02/06/2022 who is currently working as Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIT Palakkad.

A career guidance webinar on “What next- after BTech” on 26-07- 2022 by Suhail P (2015-2019) who is currently working as QC Inspection Engineer, Al-Mansoori Specialized Engineering, Abudhabi.
A webinar on “Career options and scope in Mechanical Engineering from the perspective of a new product developer” on the occasion of Engineer’s Day on 15/09/2022 by Mr. San George (2012- 2016), who is currently working as Assistant Lead Engineer, Cooling & Fire Suppression, Vestas Wind Systems.

A webinar on “Career Guidance in Development/Design Engineering” on 22/04/2023 by Deepu Krishnan Venugopal (2007- 2011) who is currently working as CAB Designer at SCANIA.

A webinar on “Are you an engineering aspirant” organised by LBSCEK in connection with KEAM 2023 option registration on 27/06/2023. The session was handled by Mujeeb Patla, (2002-2006), who is currently working as Project Head, Petrogas, Abhudabi. A session on “Introduction to Mechanical Engineering” is handled by Mr. San George (2012-16) who is currently working as Assistant Lead Engineer, Cooling & Fire Suppression, Vestas Wind Systems.

An expert talk on “Navigating the waves: Responsibilities and Ethical Engineering Practices in the Merchant Navy” Mechanical Engineering students on 29/02/2024 handled by Mr. Krishnakumar Radhakrishnan (2008-2012) who is currently working as Third Engineer, Merchant Navy.

Few of the Achievements (2023-24)

Gangesh Kumar Jha (1994-1998) received President Commendation Award from Honourable Singapore President Halima Yacob on 18^th June 2023.
Hassan Fainaze T M (2005-2009) Manager, operational excellence won the “Young foundry man of the year” award at the Indian Foundry Congress Meritorious Awards 2022-2023. The award presented on the 72^nd Indian Foundry Congress held on 2^nd February 2024.

Progressive Professional Forum, Kuwait honors Mr. Mujeeb Patla (2002-2006)

News about Sreerag A R (2009-2013) in Mathrubhumi daily which was published on 12/01/2022. He is a successful entrepreneur with a startup initiated in the year 2018.

Sujatha Teacher, Chairperson of Kanhangad Municipal Corporation, honors Mr. Saurabh Joy (2009-2013), currently working at LPSC Thiruvananthapuram, participated in the Chandrayaan-3 mission. YMCA Kanjangad honrs Mr. Saurabh Joy for the same achievement.

Mujeeb Patla (2002- 2006), now working as Project Head, Petrogas, Abhudabi visited the department on 28/09/2022 and handed over two of the books written by him to Dr.Aboobacker Kadengal.

Alumni Contribution to the technical fest

ME ALUMNI contributed an amount of Rs. 1, 76,800 (Rupees One lakh seventy six thousand and eight hundred only) towards the expenditure for the smooth conduct of the technical fest MECHATHLON 5.0 on 26^th and 27^th April 2023. An alumni corner was formed during the Mechathlon 5.0.

Alumni Meet

The Alumni Meet of Mechanical Engineering, LBSCEK, “ENCONTROYAL 23” is conducted on September 23^rd and 24^th 2023.

An online meeting was also held on 23^rd October 2023. About 40 alumni participated in addition to the offline meeting.

Alumni Get-together

Alumni (2008-2012 Batch) visited to the campus on 29/11/2021 and an interactive session with students were conducted. Also launching of Face book page for the Department was carried by Dr. Mohammad Sekoor T, Principal in the same function.