L. Selvarajan., K. Venkataramanan., S. Kannan., S. Senthil Kumar., K. P. Srinivasa Perumal., P. Mathan Kumar., N. L. Parthasarathi., N. Kasthuri., Katherasan Duraisamy and C. Arun. (2024). Surface morphology of silicon nitride (Si3N4)-titanium nitride (TiN) composites using GRA-RSM strategy encompassed with EDMed parameters. Surface Review and Letters. https://doi.org/10.1142/S0218625X25500039. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.2)

Rathinavel, S., Basithrahman, A., Karthikeyan, J., T. Banu, S. Senthil Kumar and T. S. Senthilkumar (2024). Chemical treatment effect on hydration and mechanical properties of basalt and Kevlar fiber-epoxy-based hybrid composites. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-024-05933-3. (SCI Indexed IF: 3.5)

Jebarajan Manickam Aswin Immanuel Solomon., Gurusamy Selvakumar., Shanmugakani Senthil Kumar and Pandiarajan Narayanasamy. (2024). Experimental investigation of wire electrical discharge machining parameters on WE43 magnesium alloy. Metallurgical Research & Technology, 121(2). https://doi.org/10.1051/metal/2024005. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.1)

T.S. Senthilkumar., R. Muralikannan., M. Sridharan., S. Senthil Kumar*., S. Rathinavel., and V. Vignesh Kumar. (2024). AA4032-TiC-h-BN-related composites: a machine learning model-based experimental study with performance prediction. Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Sciences and Engineering, 46(30). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40430-023-04615-x. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.8)

Nagaraj, N., Jule, LT., Shanmugakani, SK and Krishnaraj Ramaswamy (2024). Investigation of the performance characteristics of grinding wheel using low melting vitrified bonds. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 235(4), 986-996. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089221132440. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.3)

Senthilkumar Thangarajan Sivasankaran., Senthil Kumar Shanmugakani and Rathinavel Subbiah. (2023). Performance analysis of conventional and DMLS copper electrode during EDM process in AA4032-TiC composite. 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing, 10(3). https://doi.org/10.1089/3dp.2021.0030. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.3)

Lakshmanan, S., Rajendran, R., Shanmugakani, SK and Krishnamoorthy, V. (2023). Analyzing the geometrical errors of silicon nitride-titanium nitride on performing electric discharge machining using response surface methodology. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089231166303. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.3)

S. Senthil Kumar., T.S. Senthilkumar., P. Pitchipoo., Yagya Dutta Dwivedi., N. Nagaprasad., Kuldeep K Saxena., S. Rathinavel., Sayed M Eldin and Krishnaraj Ramaswamy. (2023). Grey relational analysis and surface texture analysis of Al-based metal matrix composites. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 24. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmrt.2023.04.118. (SCI Indexed IF: 6.2)

S. Rathinavel., T.S. Senthilkumar, S.S. Saravanakumar., S. Senthil Kumar., J. Prinsula and Claudia Barile. (2023). Development and analysis of environmental friendly biocomposite films with pomegranate peel as filler for conventional applications. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04658-z. (SCI Indexed IF: 4.05)

S. Rathinavel., S.S. Saravankumar., T.S. Senthilkumar., Claudia Barile., S. Senthil Kumar and M. Prithviraj. (2023). Utilization of bio-waste material pomegranate peel powder along with silver nitrate and polyvinyl alcohol to form a hybrid bioflm. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04435-y. (SCI Indexed IF: 4.05)

S. Senthil Kumar*., R. Sudhakara Pandian., P. Pitchipoo., T. S. Senthilkumar., S. G. Ponnambalam. (2022). Investigation of wear and wire electrical discharge machining characteristics of Al-Mg-MoS2 composites using response surface method. Journal of Testing and Evaluation, 51(2). 

https://doi.org/10.1520/JTE20220327. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.2)

Senthilkumar Thangarajan Sivasankaran., Senthil Kumar Shanmugakani., Vignesh Kumar Vijayakumar., Rathinavel Subbiah., Selvarajan Lakshmanan and Nagaprasad Nagaraj. (2022). Worn surface analysis and wear map mechanism of AA4032 composites. Journal of Testing and Evaluation, 51(2). 

https://doi.org/10.1520/JTE20220149. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.2)

Shanmugavel Rajesh., Narmada Chinthakndi., Mayakannan Selvam., Naganandhan Madasamy., Senthil Kumar Shanmugakani, Anish Nair., Chander Prakash., Dharam Buddhi and Saurav Dixit. (2022). Al-Mg-MoS2 reinforced metal matrix composites: machinability characteristics. Materials, 15(13). https://doi.org/10.3390/ma15134548. (SCI Indexed IF: 3.1)

Senthil Kumar, S*., Sudhakara Pandian, R., Pitchipoo, P., P, Narayanasamy and T S Senthilkumar. (2022). Surface and subsurface investigation of Al-Mg-MoS2 composite on performing wire electrical discharge machining. Surface Topography: Metrology and Properties, 10(1), 015047. https://doi.org/10.1088/2051-672X/ac5cd6. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.0)

Senthil Kumar, S*., Sudhakara Pandian, R., Pitchipoo, P., Rajakarunakaran, S and Rajesh, S. (2021). Investigation of Al-Mg based composite incorporated with MoS2 through powder metallurgy. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 235(4), 986-996. https://doi.org/10.1177/0954408920985761. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.3)

Modrak Vladimir., Ranjitharamasamy Sudhakara Pandian and Shanmugakani Senthil Kumar. (2021). Parametric study of wire‐EDM process in Al-Mg‐MoS2 composite using NSGA‐II and MOPSO algorithms. Processes, 9. https://doi.org/10.3390/pr9030469. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.8)

Senthilkumar, T., Muralikannan, R., Ramkumar, T and Senthil Kumar S. (2021). Studies of kerf width and surface roughness using RSM in AA 4032-TiC composites. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 235(6), 2240-2253. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089211041418. (SCI Indexed IF: 2.3)

S Senthil Kumar*., R Sudhakara Pandian and P Pitchipoo. (2020). A study on tribological behavior of Al-4%Mg incorporated with MoS2. Materials Research Express, 7(1). https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/ab6a4e. (SCI Indexed IF: 1.8)

T.S. Senthilkumar., R. Muralikannan and S. Senthil Kumar. (2020). Surface morphology and parametric optimization of AWJM parameters using GRA on aluminum HMMC. Materials Today: Proceedings, 22, 410-415. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2019.07.404. (SCOPUS Indexed)

Scientific Books/Book Chapters Published

Senthil Kumar, S., Rathinavel, S., Ramasamy. R and Senthilkumar, T.S. “High Thrust Rockets for Conservation of Ecosystem” in Vertex Research and Technology (2021). ISSN:978-93-5578-164-2

S. Rathinavel., S. Senthil Kumar and T.S. Senthilkumar. 

“Reciprocating Engine – A Maintenance Study” in Norton Press (2022). ISBN-13: ‎ 979-8888497678 

S. Rathinavel., S. Senthil Kumar., T.S. Senthilkumar and V. Vignesh Kumar. “Thermodynamics of Fluids in Motion”. In “Handbook of Research on Aspects and Applications of Incompressible and Compressible Aerodynamics” in IGI Global Publisher of timely Knowledge (2022). DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-4230-2.ch008.

International Journal Articles (SCI/WOS/Scopus Indexed) 

“Applying explainable artificial intelligence and ensemble boosting based machine learning models in predicting the thermal conductivity of nano enhanced phase change materials” in Next Materials, July 2026, Vol. 12, 102395. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nxmate.2026.102395

“Comparative Analysis of WCu, WC, and BeCu Electrodes Using Taguchi L18 Design for High-Performance EDM of Additively Manufactured AlSi10Mg Lattice Structures” in Journal of materials Engineering and Performance, Apr 2026. IF: 2.0. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-026-13866-3 

“Mechanical Performance and Finite Element Analysis of Reentrant Hexagonal Auxetic Structure of Additively Manufactured AlSi10Mg alloy for Lightweight Application” in Journal of materials Engineering and Performance, Feb 2026. IF: 2.0. .  https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-026-13469-y 

“Mechanical and thermal properties of jute fiber–reinforced composites with rice husk ash filler for structural applications” in Materials Testing, Jan 2026. IF: 3.5.  https://doi.org/10.1515/mt-2025-0439 

“Effect of machining parameters and lubrication on surface integrity and tool performance in turning Inconel 825” in Australian Journal of Mechanical Engineering, 2025, pp. 1–14. IF: 1.3. https://doi.org/10.1080/14484846.2025.2586419  

“Investigation of Ag-Cu Alloys for Interconnects in IC” in EPJ Web of Conferences, 336 (01006), 2025.  EDP Sciences. . IF: 2.3. https://doi.org/10.1051/epjconf/202533601006 

“Enhancing multi-response performance of AA2014 hybrid AMMC using TOPSIS algorithm on spark erosion machine” in Metallurgical Research and Technology, 122 (407), 2025. IF: 1.1. https://doi.org/10.1051/metal/2025039 

“Comprehensive parametric investigation of hot air erosion behavior in 3D-printed Scalmalloy” in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 2024. IF: 2.4. https://doi.org/10.1177/0954408924130

“Precision machining of DMLS Cu electrodes via WEDM: Parameter optimization and predictive modelling for enhanced performance” in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 2024. IF: 2.4. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089241296722

“Characterization of cast rare earth WE43 magnesium alloy and parameter optimization for wire electrical discharge machining using TOPSIS & COPRAS” in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science, 2024. IF: 1.9. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544062241301875

Books/Book Chapters

Future of Green Manufacturing in Green Manufacturing, edited volume, pp. 326–346, 2025. 

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003470342-15 (Scopus Indexed)

Sustainable Smart Composites: Technology, and Applications, edited Chapter, CRC Press, Boca Raton, 2025. 

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003527275 (Scopus Indexed)

Awarded a Gold Medal for presenting a research paper during Research Day 2024 organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur on 04.03.2024.

Completed an NPTEL Domain Course on “PRODUCT DESIGN” (Jan-Jun ‘24)

Obtained NPTEL Stars - NPTEL MOTIVATED LEARNERS (Jan-Jun ‘24)

Obtained NPTEL Stars - NPTEL DISCIPLINE STARS (Jan-Jun ‘24)

Obtained NPTEL Stars - NPTEL MOTIVATED LEARNERS (Jan-Jun ‘26)

Completed an NPTEL Domain Course on “FACULTY-ADVANCED” (Jul-Oct ‘25)

UHVs

Completed the 5-day Online FDP on the theme “Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education” organized by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) from 03.04.2023 to 07.04.2023 (online).

Participated and successfully completed the 5-day “Face-to-Face UHV-II FDP” organized by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur Campus, Chennai from12.12.2023 to 16.12.2023.

Completed UHV-I: FDP on Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education (5 Days), organized by AICTE in online mode, during 03-07 April 2023.

Completed UHV-II: FDP on Understanding Harmony and Ethical Human Conduct (5 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 12-16 December 2023.

Completed UHV-IV: FDP on Vision for Humane Society (8 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 18-25 January 2025.

Completed UHV-VI (Part-1): FDP on Human Psychology for Realizing the Full Potential (4 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 12-15 July 2025.

Completed UHV-VI (Part-2): FDP on Human Psychology for Realizing the Full Potential (4 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 21-24 August 2025.

Completed UHV-VII (Part-1): FDP on Human Sociology - Leading to Justice (4 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 12-15 February 2026.

Completed UHV-VII (Part-2): FDP on Human Sociology-Leading to Justice (4 Days) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, during 12–15 March 2026.

FDPs 

FDP on “Intellectual Property Right & Patent Drafting” organized by AMET University from 04.01.2024 to 12.01.2024 (online).

FDP on “Additive Manufacturing Advancements in Different Applications [AMADA–23]” organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram from 26.12.2023 to 31.12.2023 (online).

FDP on “Smart Manufacturing” organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram from 18.12.2023 to 23.12.2023 (online).

FDP on “Recent Advancements on VLSI Modelling and IC Design” Organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli from 24.07.2023 to 30.07.2023 (online).

FDP on “Emerging Techniques in 6G Wireless Communications” Organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli from 04.01.2023 to 10.01.2023 (online).

FDP on “Holistic Development and Outcome Based Education in the light of NEP-2020” organized by University of Engineering & Management, Jaipur from 13.03.2022 to 19.06.2022 (online).

Six-day ATAL-sponsored Faculty Development Program on “Sustainable Hydrogen Energy: Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship” at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology Tiruchirappalli, Tiruchirappalli, from 22.09.2025 to 27.09.2025 (INR 3,50,000)

Two-Day International Conference on Interactive Design and Digital Manufacturing 2K25 (ICIDDM 2K25) at Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology Tiruchirappalli, Tiruchirappalli, during 11.04.2025 & 12.04.2025

One-Week Faculty Development Program on “Intellectual Property Rights” at Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology Tiruchirappalli, Tiruchirappalli, during 08.05.2023 & 13.05.2023

PARTICIPATION IN CONFERENCES

Participated and presented a paper entitled “Investigation of Ag-Cu Alloys for Interconnects in IC” in ANRF Sponsored International Conference on "Sustainable Development in Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, and Industry 4.0" (INSDAM 2025) organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, 

School of Mechanical, Aero, Auto & Civil engineering, Kalasalingam University, Krishnankoil, Tamil Nadu, during 27.03.2025 and 28.03.2025

Participated and presented a paper entitled “Applying Ensemble Machine Learning for Predicting Thermohydraulic Performance of Solar Flat Plate Air Heaters” in 4th International Conference on Future Technologies in Manufacturing, Automation, Design & Energy organized by National Institute of Technology Pudhucherry, Karaikal during 11.12.2024 to 13.12.2024. 

Participated and presented a paper entitled “Physics Informed Neural Network based Mathematical Modeling of Catalytic Converter performance: An Evaluation of Distributor Plate Impact” in International Conference on Progress in Mathematical towards industrial Applications organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram during 18.10.2024 to 19.10.2024. 

Participated and Presented a paper entitled “Scientific Practices in Agriculture and Animal Husbandry in the Indian Knowledge System” in the National Seminar titled” Indian Knowledge System, Progress Of Science & Technology In India Through The Ages” (NSISTA’2024) sponsored by ICHR, New Delhi and organized by Sri Vidya College of Engineering & Technology, Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu during 27.03.2024 and 28.03.2024.

Participated and Presented a paper entitled “Metals and Metallurgy in Ancient and Medieval Indian Science” in the National Seminar titled” Indian Knowledge System, Progress Of Science & Technology In India Through The Ages” (NSISTA’2024) sponsored by ICHR, New Delhi and organized by Sri Vidya College of Engineering & Technology, Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu during 27.03.2024 and 28.03.2024.

Presented and won GOLD MEDAL, for the paper entitled “Deep Learning-Based Surface Defect Detection in Machined Components using Scanning Electron Microscopy Images” in the Research Day 2024 organized by SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Chennai on 04.03.2024.

Academic Experience:

Current Position: Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. (Since 01.08.2024)

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. (16.05.2022 - 31.07.2024)

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Vidya College of Engineering & Technology, Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu (16.06.2014 – 29.04.2022)

• Institution of Engineers (India), Member, since 2025
• Powder Metallurgy Association of India, Life Member, since 2024
• Indian Society for Technical Education, Life Member, since 2015

Granted with a sum of Rs. 3,50,000/ (Rupee Three Lakhs and Fifty Thousand only) as the Grant-in-Aid under AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy Programme (offline) for the Academic year 2025-26.