A Quiz Competition Inquisitive 2020 was organized and conducted by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI, on 14th March, 2020 at the Ground Floor Seminar Hall. The event comprised of written and visual rounds of stimulating questions asked from a wide range of topics including Basic Science Laws and modern-day Engineering.

A Seminar titled Overview of Solid works and 3D Printing was organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI, on 13th March, 2020 at the Ground Floor Seminar Hall. The Seminar was a part of the co-curricular activities under the Students’ Chapter of The Institution of Engineers, India. Respected speakers from CADD Centre Training Services Pvt. Ltd, Kolkata and Pelf Infotech Pvt. Ltd, Kolkata spoke about the various aspects of 3D Printing Technology and the importance of Solid works Software in present day engineering, along with practical demonstrations.

A quiz competition on Engineering and Technology in India was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI on 26th September 2018. The event was organised as a part of the co-curricular activities under Students’ Chapter of The Institute of Engineers (India). A small talk on various aspects of development of Engineering and Technology in India was presented by Mr. Parthasarathi Chattopadhyay (MIE).

A Workshop on Industrial Automobile Application was successfully organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI on 5th October, 2018. The aim of the workshop was to provide knowledge about present day automobile technology and its future objectives. Respected Speaker, Mr. Jit Dutta discussed about the various programs and researches which are going on around the world in the automobile sector. He detailed the advantages and disadvantages of the present-day automobile technology. He further explained the emission norms or standards for vehicles across India (BSES) and briefly compared them with the foreign standards. The presentation was followed by a live demonstration of a car (model – TATA NANO) in the Mechanical Workshop.

A seminar on Applications of Solar Energy for Controlled Environment Cultivation and Food Preservation was organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI on 27th February, 2018. The aim of the seminar was to make the students aware of the utilization of solar energy in greenhouse technology and food preservation (cold storage). Respected Speaker, Dr.AritraGanguly, Asst. Prof., ME Department, IIEST (Shibpur), discussed the principle and application of solar greenhouse technology in protected cultivation of rose flowers round the year in the climatic condition of Bagnan, Howrah. The need and viability of solar supported cold storage facilities for short and long term food preservation were also discussed.

A workshop on Recent Advances in Non-Conventional Machining was organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI on 30th August, 2017. The aim of the workshop was to make the students aware of the non-conventional/traditional machining processes in modern industrial approach. Respected Speaker, Mr. Sibabrata Mondal, Scientist – C, Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research, Govt. of India, Kolkata Centre, discussed the principle, application and procedure of different types of non-conventional machining processes, as well as their advantages and disadvantages.

A two-day seminar on Overview of Industrial Design and Carbide Cutting Tools was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, ODGI on 1st and 2nd September, 2016. Mr. Shyam Sundar Mukhopadhyay, Executive Director (Engg.) of EMT Megatherm (P) Ltd. was present to deliver his lecture on design practices and standardization existing in Industrial design of equipment and machineries. Mr. SaranathBhaduri, Vice President (Manufacturing) Ceratizit (I) Pvt. Limited, delivered lecture on manufacturing science and carbide tools.

A one-day workshop on 3D Designing, Scanning and Printing was organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering and conducted by M/S Srijan Creation on 4th May, 2016.A brief lecture session followed by live demonstrations of 3D printing were shown to the students.

Mechanical Engineering department gives special emphasis and attention in bringing out the new idea and concept through different kinds of projects by the students. Some of the notable projects done are : Portable Drain Cleaner, Hands-Free Water Dispenser, Stair Climbing RC Robot, Geneva Conveyor Belt, Regenerative Braking System, Mechanical Arm, Vapour Compression Refrigerator, Fork Lift Controlled by Remote Sensing Technology, Go-Kart, Power Generation from Railway Track, Solar Greenhouse Dryer, Solar Pump, Solar Powered Air Compressor, Portable Vacuum Cleaner, Pelton Wheel, Segway, Automated Conveyor, Ram Pump, Hydraulic Robotics Arm, etc.

Portable Drain Cleaner :

A machine that segregates solid waste from a sewage or a flowing drain and prevents clogging. It is operated by a chain drive mechanism with a number of rakes attached to the drive. The moving rakes catch solid wastes from the sewage and trash them in the catcher. It can run on AC and Battery as well.

Hands-Free Water Dispenser :

A water dispenser model that limits the wastage of water in a wash basin. The system is a hygienic one as the opening and closing of the tap is entirely hands-free and is operated by tapping a pedal provided below the basin, with the feet.

Stair Climbing RC Robot :

A six-wheel Remote Controlled Robotic Car that can climb stairs, with loads on it. The front two pairs of rotating arms enable the robot to climb up steps without toppling. It can be used in search-and-rescue operations.

Geneva Conveyor Belt :

A working conveyor belt drive model, based on Geneva mechanism that generates an intermittent rotary motion from continuous rotation. It is use in Automation industry as cutting tool charger of CNC machine, Screw machine, Turret Lathe and drill.

Regenerative Braking System :

A working model of a braking system that explains the conversion of braking torque (energy) to electricity, which otherwise would have lost as heat energy.

Mechanical Arm :

This is a prototype of industrial robotic arm. It helps in material handling specially ‘pick and place’ in modern automotive industries, heavy steel manufacturing industries, etc.

Vapour Compression Refrigerator :

A low-cost small-scale refrigerator based on vapour compression system has been developed for domestic application. The refrigerator is capable of maintaining sub-zero temperature in the refrigerated space.

Fork Lift Controlled by Remote Sensing Technology :

It is one kind of Automated Guided Vehicle used for material handling in workshop, warehouse, railway station, airport etc.

Go-Kart :

A simplified prototype of four-wheeler capable of carrying approximately 200 kg load has been developed using a single cylinder four stroke 220 cc petrol engine with simplified driving mechanism and chassis.

Power Generation from Railway Track :

This project aims at generating electricity from the motion of train coaches on railway track. The power generated and stored can be utilised for signalling system, illuminating platforms, water purification etc.

Solar Greenhouse Dryer :

A small-scale experimental setup of solar greenhouse dryer operated on forced convection mode has been developed. It is used to dry various high value perishable products by the application of solar energy. It enhances the rate of drying as well as increases the quality of the product. It has considerable potential of CO2 mitigation.

Solar Pump :

Solar pump is a portable DC pump that draws power from a 12V 1A battery which is charged by a solar panel set at a suitable angle to catch the optimum solar insolation. The pump developed a discharge head of 10m.

Solar powered Air Compressor :

The prime mover of a solar compressor machine is an electric motor deriving energy from battery which is powered by a solar panel. It can be used to pressurize carbon dioxide to generate carbonated water.

Portable Vacuum Cleaner :

A portable vacuum cleaner has been developed by the students of Mechanical Engineering Department which is very handy to move about for domestic cleaning purpose. It can clear dust, dirt, sand particles from nooks and crannies of domestic furniture and household items.

Pelton Wheel :

It is a small head water turbine that generates enough energy to charge a 12V 1A battery by drawing water from a level of 10m.

Segway :

The Segway is a two-wheeled, self-balancing, battery – powered electric vehicle used to move across distances in open space. Generally, it is used in shopping mall, airport etc. Our student built such a vehicle with a load capacity of 50 Kg.

Automated Conveyor :

The concept of this conveyer system is to run the conveyor belt at loaded condition only. It will automatically stop when the load is withdrawn, thus minimizing the power consumption. Our students used photo sensor and the master controller to actuate the movement of the belt.

Hydraulic Ram Pump :

Hydraulic ram pump is a device with which small quantities of water can be lift to higher level from the available large quantity of water at low head without the consumption of any electrical energy. Our students were successful to lift water at a height of 2.5 m.

Hydraulic Robotic Arm :

A robotic arm is a type of mechanical arm, operated by hydraulic power generally used in material handling equipment. Our students made a prototype of the same by using water as the driving fluid.

Technical Assistants

Ramen Kanti De

• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2020, “Performance comparison of solar-driven single and double-effect LiBr -water vapor absorption system based cold storage”, Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, Elsevier, 17, pp. 1-12.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2019, “Energy and economic analysis of a solar supported multi-commodity cold storage”, Journal of the Brazilian Society of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Springer, 41, pp. 1-17.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2019, “Energy, exergy and economic analysis of a solar hybrid power system integrated double-effect vapor absorption system based cold storage”, International Journal of Air-conditioning and Refrigeration, World Scientific, 27, pp. 1-13.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2019, “Thermal modeling and performance analysis of a solar assisted double-effect vapor absorption system based cold storage”, Proceedings of 1st International Conference on Clean and Renewable Energy (ICCARE), 10th-12th July, NIT Durgapur, India.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2018, “Solar Thermal Energy-Fundamentals of Collection, Storage and Applications”, Advances in Renewable Energy and Sustainable Systems, USA: Nova Science Publishers, Inc. ISBN : 978-1-53614-022-4, pp. 57-95.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2018, “Conceptual design and performance analysis of a parabolic trough collector supported multi-commodity cold storage”, IOP Conf. Series : Materials Science and Engineering, 402, pp. 1-10.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2016, “Performance analysis of a solar hydrogen supported hybrid cold storage”, Proceedings of 31st Indian Engineering Congress, December 15–18, Kolkata.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2016 “Thermal model development and performance analysis of a solar photovoltaic supported greenhouse dryer”, Int. J. Renewable Energy Technology, Inderscience Publishers, 7(4), pp. 361–382.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2015, “Thermal model development and performance analysis of solar greenhouse drying of Cabbage”, Proc. Int. Conf. on Advances in Mechanical Engineering and its Interdisciplinary Areas (ICAME 2015), TF 12, pp. 82-88.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2014, “Thermal model development for forced convection solar greenhouse drying of Peas” Proc. Int. Conf. on Advanced Materials and Energy Technology (ICAMET 2014), IIEST, Shibpur, Howrah.
• De, R. K., and Ganguly, A., 2020, “Performance comparison of solar-driven single and double-effect LiBr-water vapor absorption system based cold storage”, Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, Elsevier, 17, pp. 1-12.

Ranjit Barua

• Barua, R., Datta, S., Ray, S., Mondal, S., 2020, “Study the parametric optimization of lap joint resistance spot welding process by Taguchi method”, Proceedings on International Conference on Advancements in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME 2020), Organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering at Aliah University, Jan 16-18, Kolkata, India.
• Barua, R., Giria, H., Datta, S., Roychowdhury, A., and Datta, P., 2019, “Force modeling to develop a novel method for fabrication of hollow channels inside a gel structure.” Journal of Manufacturing, The Institution of Mechanical Engineers Part H, 234 (2), pp. 223-231.
• Datta, S., Barua, R., and Das, J., 2019, “Importance of Alginate Bioink for 3D Bioprinting in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine.” Recent Uses of This Natural Polymer, 72, pp. 904-912.
• Barua, R., Giria, H., Datta, S., Roychowdhury, A., and Datta, P., 2019, “Study the Bioprinting Process in Biomedical and Tissue Engineering Fields.” Journal of Biomed. Elsevier, 15, pp.111-116.
• Barua, R., Dutta, S., Sarkar, R., Datta, P., Barui, A., 2018, “Design and development of Alginate : Poly-L’Lysine Scaffolds by 3D printing and studying their mechanical, structural and cell viability properties”, Proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME), Mar 22-24, SRM, Chennai.
• Barua, R., and Mukherjee, S., 2016, “A Study of Taguchi Method Analysis for the Optimization of Factors of Eutectic Al-12Si-xCu Alloy Produced Through Powder Metallurgy Process” International Research Journal Engineering & Technology, 3 (6), pp. 164-167.

Ranjit Barua

• Attended the “International Conference on Advancements in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME 2020)” organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, Aliah University, Kolkata from 16th to 18th January, 2020.
• Attended the “International Symposium on 3D Printing Technology, 2019” organized by The Institution of Engineers (India) and Institute of Engineering & Management, Kolkata on 9th November, 2019.
• Attended the “CII 2nd Higher Education Conclave – Impact of Disruptive Technologies on Higher Education” organized by Confederation of Indian Industry, Eastern Region, Kolkata on 17th August, 2019.
• Attended a National Conference on “Biophysical Controls and Quantitative Interpretation in Medicine” organized by IIEST Shibpur (WB) on 7th September 2018.
• Participated in the AICTE-ISTE approved Induction / Refresher Program on “Developing Teaching Competency for 21st Century Learners” from 16th-21st July 2018, organized by Technique Polytechnic Institute, Hooghly (WB).
• Attended a one-day workshop on “Aiming for Excellence: Pathways to Institutional Advancement through Research” on 27th February 2018, conducted by AICTE (ER) at Aliah University (Park Circus campus, Kolkata).
• Attended a Workshop on “Research Methodology”, from 16th to 18th June, 2016 at IIEST Shibpur.

Deepanjan Das

• Participated in the 4-Day “Online Examination Reforms Training Workshop” conducted by AICTE and KLE Technological University, Hubballi, from 29th April to 2nd May, 2020.
• Participated in the 12-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Fundamentals of Automotive System” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Jan – Apr, 2020.
• Participated in the 8-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Introduction to Research” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Aug – Oct, 2019.
• Participated in the 7-Day FDP on “Student Induction Program – SI” organized by Indian Institute of Technology – Mandi, from 30th June to 6thJuly 2019.
• Participated in the 4-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Effective Engineering Teaching in Practice” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Jan – Feb, 2019.
• Participated in the 4-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Introduction to Abrasive Machining and Finishing Processes” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Roorkee, Aug – Sep, 2018.
• Attended a 3-Day FDP on “Student Induction Program” from 16th -18th July, 2018, at Sister Nivedita University, Rajarhat.
• Attended a 5-Day Workshop on “CFD Analysis of Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow Problems Using FEM & FVM” organised by IIT (ISM) Dhanbad from 3rd – 7th July, 2017.

Sumit Bhowmik

• Participated in the 8-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Theory and Practice of Non-Destructive Testing” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Jan – Mar, 2020.
• Participated in the 12-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Engineering Fracture Mechanics” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Jul – Oct, 2018.
• Participated in the 8-Week Online NPTEL-AICTE FDP on “Nature and Properties of Materials” conducted by Indian Institute of Technology – Madras, Aug – Sep, 2018.
• Attended a 2-day National Seminar on “Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering” on 28th and 29th March, 2018 at Future Institute of Engineering and Management (Sonarpur, WB).

Ramen Kanti De

• Attended a Workshop on “Recent Advances in Automobile Engineering (RAAE)” on 28th September, 2016 at IIEST, Shibpur.
• Attended a Workshop on “Research Methodology”, from 16th to 18th June, 2016 at IIEST Shibpur.

Arindam Banerjee

• Attended the “CII 2nd Higher Education Conclave – Impact of Disruptive Technologies on Higher Education” organized by Confederation of Indian Industry, Eastern Region, Kolkata on 17th August. 2019.

Kunal Adhikary

• Attended the SOLIDWORKS 2020 Launch Event organized by Pelf Infotech Pvt. Ltd, at The Park Hotel, Kolkata on 6th November, 2019.