Nanomaterials for Smart Manufacturing

Dinesh Deshwal is Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, Gurugram, India, and is pursuing a Ph.D. from Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, India, in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He earned his master's degree from the same institute in 2014, laying the foundation for a career dedicated to research and education. Mr. Deshwal has contributed significantly to the field of Nanomaterials, and his publications reflect a commitment to exploring diverse aspects of mechanical engineering and nanotechnology. Beyond publications, Mr. Deshwal holds more than 10 Indian patents. His academic journey is complemented by a teaching role at Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, Gurgaon, India, where he imparts knowledge and contributes to the academic community. Driven by a commitment to excellence, Mr. Deshwal continues to shape the landscape of mechanical engineering and nanotechnology through his research, publications, and innovative contributions to the field.

Anil Kumar Narwal is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, in Murthal, Sonipat, Haryana, India. Dr. Narwal has made significant contributions to the field of mechanical engineering, particularly in the areas of dynamics, soft contact rolling, and nanotechnology-enabled sensing. With a strong academic background and extensive research experience, Dr. Narwal has authored several research papers published in reputable journals and presented at international conferences. His research focuses on the dynamics of soft contact rolling, utilizing innovative approaches such as the multiband graph approach to model and analyzing complex interactions between rigid bodies and soft materials. Furthermore, he has made significant contributions to the emerging field of bio-mass sensing using boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs). His papers on the analysis of surface deviation impact on bio-mass sensing application and resonant frequency analysis of wavy BNNT-based bio-mass sensors highlight his innovative research endeavors in this area. His work has earned him recognition within the academic community and positions him as a leading researcher in the field.

Vivek Srivastava is a Dean and Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Shree Guru Gobind Singh Tricentenary University, Gurugram, India. Dr. Srivastava is an experienced academic leader with over 18 years of expertise in academic administration, policymaking, and research. Dr. Srivastava has been recognized for his academic leadership, his successful record of program development and management, and has extensive experience implementing various policies, including assessment and accreditation, online learning management systems, and the National Education Policy (NEP). His strong commitment to academic integrity and professional ethics is evident throughout his career. Dr. Srivastava is passionate about contributing to academic excellence and looks forward to continuing his contributions as an academic leader.

Atul Babbar serves as Deputy Dean (Research & Development) at SGT University, Gurugram, India. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy Ph.D. at the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, India, and has since been teaching and guiding students in academics and research. His research interests include Composites, Manufacturing, Abrasive Machining Technologies, Hybrid Machining Processes, Biomedical and Additive Manufacturing. He has authored over 50 research articles in various International/National Web of Science (SCI/SCIE), and Scopus indexed journals. Dr. Babbar has filed 17 Indian patents and 4 international patents, of which, 5 of the Indian patents have been accepted, and 4 have been granted. He has reviewed research articles for various peer-reviewed Web of Science and Scopus-indexed journals and has published many international books and chapters in multiple databases. He has also chaired various international conferences under reputed publishing partners and is an associate member of the Institution of Engineers (AMIE), India.

Jonathan Weaver is a professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Detroit Mercy, United States. Dr. Weaver teaches statics, dynamics, vehicle dynamics, robotics, machine design, DOE, mechanical measurements laboratory, CAE, innovation, product planning and development, systems engineering and systems architecture. His research interests relate to robotics, vehicle dynamics, design of experiments, robust design, innovation and creativity, and the product development process. Dr. Weaver has published many articles in the various high-quality peer reviewed journals and has reviewed articles for multiple international and national peer-review journals. He has supervised many postgraduate and doctoral students and is a certified professional member of ICAgile.