Pioneering arc welding processes and metal additive manufacturing through innovative research and digital transformation at IIT Tirupati.
The SWAAM Laboratory at IIT Tirupati, led by Dr. Degala Venkata Kiran, focuses on understanding welding arc physics to effectively control processes and improve joint quality.
Deep investigation of welding arc characteristics to optimize process parameters and enhance weld quality through advanced diagnostic techniques and numerical modeling.
Development of metal additive manufacturing systems using arc-based techniques, creating complex geometries with superior mechanical properties.
Application of numerical and machine learning models to develop digital twins for real-time monitoring and optimization of manufacturing processes.
Designing energy-efficient welding torches and developing novel manufacturing systems for aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding industries.
Recognized for excellence in welding research and innovation.
Joint research in welding technologies for shipbuilding through technology development and skill development.
Mr. Chitral Srihari received the prestigious fellowship from Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Mr. Tinku Kumar received best paper award at NSWEST-2021, Indian Institute of Welding, Chennai.
Dr. D.V. Kiran received the prestigious fellowship from Science and Engineering Research Board, India.
Dr. D.V. Kiran received the fellowship from Republic of Korea and Best PhD Thesis Award from IIW.
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