A Brief Report on the Industrial Visit to Central Manufacturing Technology Institute

Faculty: Prof. Arjun C C, Prof. Ugrasen G

V semester ‘C’ section students were the beneficiaries of the industrial visit to Central
Manufacturing Technological Institute facility on the 15th of October 2015, Thursday.

The visit was scheduled at 2.30 PM and a bus was arranged to facilitate the visit from the college.
We reached the CMTI campus at 1.45 PM followed by a lunch in the CMTI canteen and then visited
the campus. The campus visit initially started with the metrology laboratory where students had the
chance to observe the working of various metrology instruments including Talysurf, Talyround,
Atomic force Microscope, Auto-Collimator, Focused Ion Beam Machine, SEM, TEM and Femto
Second Laser.

The students also had a chance to interact with few scientists in understanding the concepts better.
This lab is two floors below ground surface to facilitate standards in measurements and isolate
vibrations and noise from the measurements. The visit then was carried out in the Ultra Precision
Machining facility where the students were able to view the working of EDM, Hard-turning Machine,
Intelligent Ultra Precision Turning Machine, Micro stereo Lithography, Plasma Enhanced Chemical
Vapor Deposition, Physical Vapor Deposition facilities. The visit then proceeded towards the Vision
Laboratory, Prototyping centre where students understood the latest developments in the
manufacturing industries. The whole process was explained very well from the scientists. In the last
part of the visit the students were shown the working of machine shop with large and small achining
centre, grinding machines, milling and Abrasive Flow machining facilities.

The students thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the scientists and research scholars in the rapid
prototyping center where they learnt the concepts of Direct Metal Laser Sintering.

The visit was impactful as CMTI provided a perspective of what industry is doing and helped students
to align and understand the gap between industry and academia and work towards bridging of
difference to enhance their knowledge and learning.
 Inauguration of Mechanical Engineering Association (MEA) activities
for the academic year 2015-16

A Report

Inauguration of MEA Activities for the A. Y. 2015-16 was held on 24th August 2015 at 11 a.m. in
BMSCE Auditorium, Library block.

Dr. V. K. Aatre, Former Scientific Advisor to the Defence Minister, and Director General, DRDO, Govt.
of India and Professor, Indian Institute of Science was the Chief guest. Sri. Elisha Andrews, Under
Secretary (Admn) to the Chief Minister, Govt. of Karnataka, was the Guest of Honour. Dr. G. N.
Sekhar, Vice Principal, BMSCE presided over the function. Dr. K. Guru Prasad, Dean-Mech.Engg., Dr.
L. Ravi Kumar, HOD-Mech.Engg., and Dr. S. Srinivas, MEA-Faculty Coordinator were present on the
dais.

The programme began with an Invocation by Mr. Pranav, a student of III Semester Mechanical
Engineering. The dignitaries on the dais were welcomed by Mr. Sunil Cavale, a student of VII
semester. The programme was inaugurated symbolically by lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest,
Guest of Honour and other dignitaries.

A report about the Inception, Objectives and Activities of Mechanical Engineering Association till
2014 was given by Ms. Keerthi Galagali. This was followed by Keynote Address by the Chief Guest.
Ms. Manogna, a student of 5th Semester, introduced the Chief Guest to the gathering and invited
him to address.

Dr. V. K. Aatre, the Chief Guest, delivered the Keynote Address on the topic “Technological Marvels
of the 21st Century”. He started with outline of areas that has revolutionised the Science and
Technology in the World. He introduced the gathering to the latest advancements in the field of
Global Positioning System (GPS), Cell Phone, Internet and Communication, Robotics, Advanced
Materials, Micro Miniaturisation, MEMS, LASER, and Image Processing in the field of Avionics and
Aerospace applications. He encouraged students to develop knowledge and skills in these
technologies to become competitive in the industry. He advised MEA to invite Experts from Non-
mechanical industries to address the inter-disciplinary areas.

Keynote address was followed by address by the Guest of Honour. Ms. Manogna, introduced the
Guest to the gathering.

Mr. Elisha Andrews discussed the current issues in Bangalore city and the action plan of the
Government to address the same. He insisted active participation of public and in particular the
engineering student community with the government schemes for the betterment of the city.

Dr. G. N. Sekhar, Vice Principal, BMSCE, delivered the Presidential remarks.

The programme concluded with Vote of Thanks to the Guests and the dignitaries by Mr. Viswas
Anand, a student of 5th Semester Mechanical Engineering.

More than 200 students and Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and other departments attended the
event.
 Report on Dr. K.J.Rao’s Extension Lecture
on “Giant Strides in Technology and Science and Engineering Synergy”

Dr K.J.Rao, an Emeritus Professor at Indian Institute of Technology, delivered the 82nd lecture of
the Extension Lecture Series on 11th September 2015 at Mechanical Engineering Seminar Hall,
Workshop Complex between 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. It was jointly organised by the Mechanical
Engineering Association (MEA) and Viveka Jagruthi – a discussion forum.

In the talk which lasted for about ninety minutes, Dr. Rao spoke about the technological
advancements of the last century, which have their basis in science. Some of the topics addressed
in the talk are as follows: Graphene as a marvel material, Horizontal boring, building an escalator
to the international space station, semiconductors etc.

Dr. H.K.Rangavittal handed over the token of gratitude (honorarium) to Dr K.J.Rao. The talk was
attended by about 60 students of fifth and seventh semesters of Mechanical Engineering and
faculties of various departments.
 Report on Dr. Subrata Ray’s Extension Lecture
on “Social Dimensions for Science & Technology”

Dr. Subrata Ray, an Emeritus Professor at Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, delivered a
lecture on “Social Dimensions for Science & Technology” at Department of Mechanical
Engineering, B. M. S. College of Engineering, Bangalore. The lecture held on 10 th September 2015
at Mechanical Engineering Seminar Hall, Workshop Complex between 11:30 am to 1 pm was
organized by the Mechanical Engineering Association of Department of Mechanical Engineering
as a part of Extension Lecture Series, being 83rd in the series.

Dr. Ray addressed on the scenario of Technology and Innovation in India. He emphasized on the
collaboration of Science & Technology in the Societal development. He explained the complexity
of engineering technology as compared to the science in solving real time problems. He insisted
that the students must get exposed to the society, environment, situations to handle the current
challenges in effective way. He emphasized the need of research and innovation towards social
needs. He motivated the students in bringing innovation which is more compatible with free
society.

Dr. L. Ravi Kumar, Professor & Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, thanked the
speaker. The lecture was attended by 100 students and faculties of various departments.
 Department of Mechanical Engineering
B. M. S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Mechanical Engineering Association

Report on Industrial visit

Date: 14th October 2015 Time: 12:30pm – 8:00 pm

Industry: SCANIA INDIA, Bengaluru, Plot No . 64-66, 88-97, Narsapura KIADB Industrial Area
Acchatanahalli Village, Narsapura Hobli, Taluk/District- Kolar, Karnataka - 563133
Participants: 3rd Sem A section, Mechanical Engineering

SCANIA GROUP is a supplier to the heavy transport industry with presence in more than 100 countries and about
42000 employees, which is said to be the leader in sustainable transport service. The company is a leading
manufacturer of heavy trucks, buses, coaches as well as industrial and marine engines. It also markets and sells a
broad range of service-related products and financial services.

In India, Scania has been present through its partner Larsen & Toubro (L&T) since 2007 in the mining and
construction segments. In 2011, Scania established the company Scania Commercial Vehicles India in order to
boost its presence through sales to the on-road segment. By establishing a plant for truck assembly and bus
body building and provide a parts depot within the country. Scania offers trucks, buses and engines in India.

The participants of the industrial visit involved about 30 Under-graduate students of 3rd semester Mechanical
Engineering accompanied by two faculty members of the department. Ms.Callin Karin, Product Manager, Human
resources received the participants and briefed about SCANIA, its past and present happenings and the future
targets. Later, experts from the production team took the students to the Bus assembly lines in batches. Starting
from the individual components of chassis, welding of chassis, its initial painting, assembly of other parts such as
engine, wheels, axels, electrical routing etc, checklists/ testing, final painting, its curing and other processes
were explained in respective production line stations. Students were exposed to the different sequential
operations of the manufacturing line, optimized and time saving best industry practices, safety precautions, etc.
Students carefully observed the different aspects of the line curiously and interacted with Ms.Karin and the
employees in the shop floor enthusiastically.

Feedbacks of students are all positive. Students are motivated and expressed their keen interest to enhance
their knowledge and skills to meet the industry requirements.

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 Department of Mechanical Engineering
B. M. S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Mechanical Engineering Association

Report on Industrial visit

Date: 15th October 2015 Time: 10:30am – 8:00 pm

Industry: SCANIA INDIA, Bengaluru, Plot No . 64-66, 88-97, Narsapura KIADB Industrial Area
Acchatanahalli Village, Narsapura Hobli, Taluk/District- Kolar, Karnataka - 563133
Participants: 3rd Sem A section, Mechanical Engineering

SCANIA GROUP is a supplier to the heavy transport industry with presence in more than 100 countries and about
42000 employees, which is said to be the leader in sustainable transport service. The company is a leading
manufacturer of heavy trucks, buses, coaches as well as industrial and marine engines. It also markets and sells a
broad range of service-related products and financial services.

In India, Scania has been present through its partner Larsen & Toubro (L&T) since 2007 in the mining and
construction segments. In 2011, Scania established the company Scania Commercial Vehicles India in order to
boost its presence through sales to the on-road segment. By establishing a plant for truck assembly and bus
body building and provide a parts depot within the country. Scania offers trucks, buses and engines in India.

The participants of the industrial visit involved about 50 Under-graduate students of 3rd semester Mechanical
Engineering accompanied by two faculty members of the department. Ms.Callin Karin, Product Manager, Human
resources received the participants and briefed about SCANIA, its past and present happenings and the future
targets. Later, experts from the production team took the students to the Bus assembly lines in batches. Starting
from the individual components of chassis, welding of chassis, its initial painting, assembly of other parts such as
engine, wheels, axels, electrical routing etc, checklists/ testing, final painting, its curing and other processes
were explained in respective production line stations. Students were exposed to the different sequential
operations of the manufacturing line, optimized and time saving best industry practices, safety precautions, etc.
Students carefully observed the different aspects of the line curiously and interacted with Ms.Karin and the
employees in the shop floor enthusiastically.

Feedbacks of students are all positive. Students are motivated and expressed their keen interest to enhance
their knowledge and skills to meet the industry requirements.
 Report on Guest Lecture

Date: 28th September 2015

Time: 3 pm – 6 pm
Venue: BMS Auditorium, Library Block, BMSCE

Speaker: Dr. Khadar, Food Scientist

Dr. Khadar is a Ph.D. in the field of Steroids from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
He has worked for CFTRI, Mysore and at M/s Du Pont, Portland, USA.

Dr. Khadar, a Renowned food scientist and a Homeopathy Doctor, delivered a Guest
Lecture on "Modern Food Habit-Disaster to Mankind; Siridhanya-a-way out". The lecture
was organized by Mechanical Engineering Association, Department of Mechanical of
Engineering, BMSCE as a part of Extension Lecture Series, 84th in the series.

More than 150 members comprising of Students, Faculty from various departments and
several parents of students attended the lecture in which Dr. Khadar explained in detail
the food habits being cause for various diseases like diabetes, neural disorders, cancer,
etc.

Dr. Khadar further emphasized how adulterations are happening in modern food food
stuffs like packed food, bakery products, Oil, etc. and insisted that keeping away from
these would improve the health. He also emphasized the importance of fibrous food in
control of diabetes and regulation of glucose intake into the human body.

He highlighted the importance of fibre rich millets namely Navane, Haraka, Oodalu,
Saame and Korale, having fibrous content in the range of 9 to 12%, to be adopted in food
style to stay away from diseases for life time. He also stressed on cultivation of these
food grains by adapting simple agricultural practices that would also save water
consumption.

This was followed by an interactive session where Dr. Khadar answered questions raised
by audience. The lecture was concluded by felicitation of the speaker from the
department.
 Department of Mechanical Engineering
B. M. S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Mechanical Engineering Association

Report on Guest Lecture

Date: 3rd October 2015

Time: 12 – 1:30 pm
Venue: Faculty Development Centre, I Floor, BSN Block

Speaker:
Dr. Padmanabhan Krishnan, Professor & Assistant Director, School of Mechanical and Building
Sciences, VIT University, Vellore

Dr. Padmanabhan is a Ph.D. in the field of Composites from Department of Materials Engineering,
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He has worked for NAL, IITM, University of Delaware, USA and
at Nanyang Technical University, Singapore.

Dr. Padmanabhan, a well-known researcher in the field of Nano and Hybrid Composites delivered
lecture on "Design of Composites, Sandwich Composites and Hybrid Composites". The lecture was
organized by Mechanical Engineering Association, Department of Mechanical of Engineering, BMSCE
and Centre Of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research, BMSCE, as a part of Extension Lecture
Series, 85th in the series.

The participants involved Post-graduate students of M.Tech. (Machine Design) and M.Tech.
(Manufacturing Science & Engineering) and faculty from various departments. Dr. Padmanabhan
initially introduced various applications of composites like energy, storage, biomedical, automobile,
defense, space, sports, and other fields. Then he introduced the design philosophy involved in
development of composites. He briefed on design, testing, modeling and analysis of matrix-fibre
interface.

He highlighted the importance of failure and fracture mechanics analysis and talked about newly
developed Xylon and 3D braided composites. The recent advancements in composite research like
micro and nano-systems for packaging, multi-scale composites, sandwich composites and hybrid
composites, their requirements and expectations were discussed in detail. This was followed by an
interactive session. The lecture concluded with felicitation of the speaker by the department.
 Department of Mechanical Engineering
B. M. S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineering Association and Centre of Excellence
Report on Guest Lecture
rd
Date: 23 November 2015
Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Venue: Mechanical Engineering Seminar Hall, BMSCE
Speaker: Mr. Phalgun Rudrapatna, Managing Consultant, Valcon India
Topic: Systematic problem solving approach through LEAN, Six Sigma & DOE

Mr. Phalgun Rudrapatna is a managing consultant with valcon in the operations improvement area. He has
more than 12 years of consulting and industry experience. He being a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt has worked
on projects spanning across Pharma, FMCG, AUTO, Power, Ship building, Engineering, Tooling, Garment
and PPE industry with specific focus on productivity, quality, cost, delivery, supply chain & new product
development.

Mr.Phalgun Rudrapatna, a well-known Project Management Professional delivered lecture on

"SYSTEMATIC PROBLEM SOLVING APPROACH THROUGH LEAN, SIX SIGMA & DOE".
The lecture was organized by Mechanical Engineering Association, Department of Mechanical of
Engineering, BMSCE and Centre Of Excellence for Advanced Materials Research, BMSCE, as a part of
Extension Lecture Series, 87th in the series.

The participants involved Post-graduate students of M.Tech. (Machine Design) and M.Tech.(Manufacturing
Science & Engineering) and faculty from various departments. Mr. Phalgun Rudrapatna initially
introduced various aspects of product design and supply chain. Then he introduced the business performance
improvement and effecting turnaround Cost reduction, throughput improvement, reliability improvement,
Operational Excellence for effective transformation of organization. He also explained how Lean, Six Sigma,
TPM & Project Management used in production industries to improve process efficiency and quality.

He highlighted the importance of quality, quantity, time and cost aspects of products or processes in
industries. The concept of Design Of Experiments (DOE) was detailed and he explained how DOE helps in
Identifying relationships between the cause and the effect and Improving the robustness of the design or
process to variation.

This was followed by an interactive session. The lecture concluded with felicitation of the speaker by the
department.

MEA coordinator
Brief Report for Industrial Visit to Foremen training institute

A visit to Foremen training institute was organized on 16th October 2015. The
participants from BMSCE were 1st semester students from MTech (MSE) and 3rd
semester C section students from B.E along with Dr. L Ravikumar and Mr.Madhav
Murthy and two technical staff. Totally 57 of us visited FTI,Bangalore.

It was a memorable visit as we could see the facilities at FTI, where the training is
skill oriented rather than theoretical based. The students were taken to various
labs like Electronics and Relay labs, Workshop lab which consisted of various
welding methods which were according to the industry standards. Students were
also demonstrated circuit breakers laboratory, importance of the same and
importance of knowledge of electronics in mechanical engineer’s work.

The students were also got an opportunity to visit Apex high tech institute which
consisted of Green energy lab, CNC maintenance lab which was a very good
facility to learn CNC maintenance and communications lab.

These institutes are run by central government and are boon to Indian students to
get trained in a government organization which is skill based.

HOD, Dr.L Ravi kumar sir was proactive in seeking the FTI’s assistance in grooming
our students and staff to which authorities obliged to his request.

It was a very effective visit as far as progress of Mechanical Engineering

Department is concerned.
Report on Mr.D.K.Balaji’s guest lecture on CIVIL SERVICES - A Plausible Dream

Sri. D. K. Balaji, 36th Rank holder in Civil Services Examinations of 2015 batch, delivered a lecture on ‘Civil
Services – A Plausible Dream’ at Department of Mechanical Engineering, B. M. S. College of Engineering,
Bull Temple Road, Bangalore. The lecture was held at BMSCE Auditorium as a part of the Extension
Lecture Series, 81st in number, organized by the Mechanical Engineering Association of the Department
of Mechanical Engineering, BMSCE.

Sri. Balaji, addressed the Engineering students of B. M. S. College on Civil Services as a career after
graduation. He motivated the students in appearing for Civil Services Examination. He outlined age
limit to various categories, the educational requirements for appearing for the IAS examination and the
different stages such as prelim, main & personality test. He educated the enthusiastic students on the
type of effort necessary and the guidance required for excelling in the examination. He took examples
of engineers, doctors and entrepreneurs who could clear the civil services and embrace it as career. He
also highlighted examples of various eminent officers of the previous batches who have excelled in civil
services.

The lecture was attended by more than 250 students and Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
Department. Dr. G. N. Sekhar, Vice Principal of B. M. S. College of Engineering, felicitated Sri. Balaji and
appreciated his effort in motivating graduates toward civil services. Dr. L. Ravi Kumar, Head of
Department of Mechanical Engineering, BMSCE, indicated that the department is organizing more such
events in preparing the students for competitive examinations.