Dr.K.Chandrasekar
Professor Aeronautical Engineering
PSN College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India
Professor Aeronautical Engineering
PSN College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India
Academic Chronicle
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering - Kalasalingam University - 2014
M.E. - CAD/CAM - Madurai Kamaraj University / Arulmigu Kalasalingam College of Engineering - 2002
B.E. - Mechanical Engineering - Madurai Kamaraj University / Arulmigu Kalasalingam College of Engineering - 1999
Work Experience
⦁ Professor, PSN College of Engineering & Technology, Melathediyoor (08-11-2017 to till date)
⦁ Associate Professor, Sardar Raja College of Engineering, Alangulam (04-05-2007 to 26.10.2017)
⦁ Lecturer, Maharaja Engineering College, Avinashi (01-10-2003 to 30-04-2007).
Articles published in International / National Journals
1. P.Venkumar, K.Chandrasekar, R.Sudhakarapandian & A.Noorul Haq, “Cell Formation Using Artificial Neural Network (ANN) By Meta Heuristics Learning Algorithm (GA) For Cellular Manufacturing Systems (CMSS) With Multiple Objectives”, Manufacturing Technology Today, AUG/SEP 2003.
2. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “Design of Cellular Manufacturing System Using Genetic Algorithm”, in Journal of Emerging Technology in Mechanical Science and Engineering, Vol. 1, No. 2, 2010, pp. 1-13.
3. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “Genetic algorithm approach for integrating cell formation with machine layout and cell layout”, International Journal of Operational Research, Vol. 16, No. 2, 2013, pp. 155 – 171.
4. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “A simulated annealing approach for integrating cell formation with Machine layout and cell layout”, International Journal of Robotics and Automation, Vol. 28, No. 3, 2013, pp. 284 – 291.
5. V. Rajagopal, K. Chandrasekar and M. Victor Raj, “Cell formation using tabu search for design of cellular manufacturing system”, International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, No. 1, 2015, pp. 81 – 91.
6. P. Sethu Ramalingam, K. Chandrasekar and M. Victor Raj, “GA approach to optimise material flow and makespan in an AGV-based flexible jobshop manufacturing system”, International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, No. 1, 2015, pp. 109 – 120.
7. R Nafeena, M Ettappan, M Monica, K Chandrasekar, M Rathi, AA Munaf, Integer linear programming and genetic algorithm (GA) for the optimum placement of phasor measuring units for smart grid, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering 993 (1),2020, 012070.
8. Dr.R.Nafeena,A.AbdulMunaf, G.Suresh ,K. Chandrasekar, S. Elavarasan and P.Arunkumar, Bus Identification And Ticketing Using RFID, Test Engineering and Management, Volume 83, 2020, 15843 - 15848.
9. Dr.R.Nafeena, A. Abdul Munaf, K. Chandrasekar, M.Baskar, P. Annapandi and G.Suresh, Design and Online Re-tuning of Power System Stabilizers Using Phasor Measurement Unit, Journal of Adv. Research in Dynamical & Control Systems, Vol. 12, 04-Special Issue, 2020, 1147-1155.
10. Dr.R.Nafeena, A.AbdulMunaf, K. Chandrasekar, Power Management And Power Flow Control In A Utility Connected Microgrid, Alochana Chakra Journal, Volume IX, Issue IV, 2020, 1132-1140.
11. P Sethu Ramalingam, K Mayandi, V Balasubramanian, K Chandrasekar, V Mago Stalany, A Abdul Munaf, “Effect of 3D printing process parameters on the impact strength of onyx–Glass fiber reinforced composites”, Materials Today: Proceedings 45, 2021, 6154-6159.
12. S Joe Patrick Gnanaraj, V Balasubramanian, A Abdul Munaf, V Mago Stalany, K Chandrasekar, M Saravana Kumar, Investigation on drilling parameters of jute and cotton fiber strengthened epoxy composites, Materials Today: Proceedings, 45, 2021, 7107-7112.
13. Jinka Rupesh Kumar, K. Mayandi, S.Joe Patrick Gnanaraj, K. Chandrasekar, P. Sethu Ramalingam, Critical review of an additive manufacturing role in Covid-19 epidemic, Materials Today: Proceedings, 68, 2022, 1521–1527.
14. Dr.K.G.ThiruppathiKuttalingam, Dr.K Chandrasekar, Mr. S. Asaikkani, Investigation of Vital Impact Factor For Rectangular Solar Still Under The Slanding Angle of 250 Using Energy Absurbing Material Granite and Goli by Its Construction of Empirical Formula, The International journal of analytical and experimental modal analysis, Volume XV, Issue II, February/2023, 893 – 896.
Articles published in International / National Journals
1. P.Venkumar, K.Chandrasekar, R.Sudhakarapandian & A.Noorul Haq, “Cell Formation Using Artificial Neural Network (ANN) By Meta Heuristics Learning Algorithm (GA) For Cellular Manufacturing Systems (CMSS) With Multiple Objectives”, Manufacturing Technology Today, AUG/SEP 2003.
2. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “Design of Cellular Manufacturing System Using Genetic Algorithm”, in Journal of Emerging Technology in Mechanical Science and Engineering, Vol. 1, No. 2, 2010, pp. 1-13.
3. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “Genetic algorithm approach for integrating cell formation with machine layout and cell layout”, International Journal of Operational Research, Vol. 16, No. 2, 2013, pp. 155 – 171.
4. K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “A simulated annealing approach for integrating cell formation with Machine layout and cell layout”, International Journal of Robotics and Automation, Vol. 28, No. 3, 2013, pp. 284 – 291.
5. V. Rajagopal, K. Chandrasekar and M. Victor Raj, “Cell formation using tabu search for design of cellular manufacturing system”, International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, No. 1, 2015, pp. 81 – 91.
6. P. Sethu Ramalingam, K. Chandrasekar and M. Victor Raj, “GA approach to optimise material flow and makespan in an AGV-based flexible jobshop manufacturing system”, International Journal of Computer Aided Engineering and Technology, Vol. 7, No. 1, 2015, pp. 109 – 120.
7. R Nafeena, M Ettappan, M Monica, K Chandrasekar, M Rathi, AA Munaf, Integer linear programming and genetic algorithm (GA) for the optimum placement of phasor measuring units for smart grid, IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering 993 (1),2020, 012070.
8. Dr.R.Nafeena,A.AbdulMunaf, G.Suresh ,K. Chandrasekar, S. Elavarasan and P.Arunkumar, Bus Identification And Ticketing Using RFID, Test Engineering and Management, Volume 83, 2020, 15843 - 15848.
9. Dr.R.Nafeena, A. Abdul Munaf, K. Chandrasekar, M.Baskar, P. Annapandi and G.Suresh, Design and Online Re-tuning of Power System Stabilizers Using Phasor Measurement Unit, Journal of Adv. Research in Dynamical & Control Systems, Vol. 12, 04-Special Issue, 2020, 1147-1155.
10. Dr.R.Nafeena, A.AbdulMunaf, K. Chandrasekar, Power Management And Power Flow Control In A Utility Connected Microgrid, Alochana Chakra Journal, Volume IX, Issue IV, 2020, 1132-1140.
11. P Sethu Ramalingam, K Mayandi, V Balasubramanian, K Chandrasekar, V Mago Stalany, A Abdul Munaf, “Effect of 3D printing process parameters on the impact strength of onyx–Glass fiber reinforced composites”, Materials Today: Proceedings 45, 2021, 6154-6159.
12. S Joe Patrick Gnanaraj, V Balasubramanian, A Abdul Munaf, V Mago Stalany, K Chandrasekar, M Saravana Kumar, Investigation on drilling parameters of jute and cotton fiber strengthened epoxy composites, Materials Today: Proceedings, 45, 2021, 7107-7112.
13. Jinka Rupesh Kumar, K. Mayandi, S.Joe Patrick Gnanaraj, K. Chandrasekar, P. Sethu Ramalingam, Critical review of an additive manufacturing role in Covid-19 epidemic, Materials Today: Proceedings, 68, 2022, 1521–1527.
14. Dr.K.G.ThiruppathiKuttalingam, Dr.K Chandrasekar, Mr. S. Asaikkani, Investigation of Vital Impact Factor For Rectangular Solar Still Under The Slanding Angle of 250 Using Energy Absurbing Material Granite and Goli by Its Construction of Empirical Formula, The International journal of analytical and experimental modal analysis, Volume XV, Issue II, February/2023, 893 – 896.
Book Chapter
P.Venkumar and K.Chandrasekar, “Design of Cellular Manufacturing System using Non-Traditional Optimization Algorithms” in “Operations Management Research and Cellular Manufacturing: Innovative Methods and Approaches”, Publisher: IGI Global, 2011, pp. 99 - 139.
K. Kiran, K. Ravi Kumar and K. Chandrasekar, “Optimization of Abrasive Water Jet Machining Parameters of Al/Tic Using Response Surface Methodology and Modified Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm” in Nature-Inspired Optimization in Advanced Manufacturing Processes and Systems, CRC Press, 2021, pp. 248-258.
Technical Paper presented in International / National Conferences
P.Venkumar, K.Chandrasekar, R.Sudhakarapandian & A.Noorul Haq, ”Cell Formation Using Artificial Neural Network”, 20thAIMTDR, Birla Institute of Technology (BITS), Ranchi, 2002.
P.Venkumar, A.NoorulHaq, and K.Chandrasekar, “Cell Formation Using Hybrid Algorithm”, International Conference on Operations Research for Development, Anna University, 2002.
P.Venkumar, K.Chandrasekar, J.Gnana raj and A.NoorulHaq, “Cell Formation Using Modified Adaptive Resonance Theory Networks”, International Conference on Operations Research for Development, Anna University, 2002.
P.Venkumar, K.Chandrasekar, R.SudhakarapandianandA.NoorulHaq, “Cell Formation Using Nontraditional Optimization Techniques”, International Conference on DIGITAL AIDED MODELLING AND SIMULATION (An Evolutionary Approach for Optimization) - DAMS 2003, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, 2003.
K.Chandrasekar, “Cell Formation Using Meta Heuristics for Cellular Manufacturing Systems” in National conference on Recent development in Mechanical Engineering at JayamCollege of Engineering & Technology,DharmaPuri, 2-3, July 2004.
K.Chandrasekar, G.Ramesh, U.Natarajan, ”Cell Formation Using Hybrid Algorithm For Cellular Manufacturing Systems”, National Conference on Latest trends in Mechanical Engineering, Dr.Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology, Pollachi, 2005.
R.Sivaprakasam, K.Chandrasekarand V. Selladurai, “Cell Formation Using Memetic Algorithm For Cellular Manufacturing Systems”, International Conference on Global Manufacturing and Innovation, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, 2006.
K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “A Hybrid Approach (GA & TS) to Cell Formation Problem in Cellular Manufacturing Systems” in First National Conference on “Challenges and Innovative Practices in Design, Manufacturing and Materials (NCCIPDMM 2008)” March 12 - 15, 2008 at Kalasalingam University, pp: 101-108.
P.PeterAnand Kumar, B. Raja Mohammed Rabi, R.Palanichamy and K.Chandrasekar, “Optimization of Fin Parameters for Various Profile Areas Using Genetic Algorithm”, National Conference On “Recent Trends in Mechanical Engineering” (RTIME’08), Sardar Raja College of Engineering, Alangulam, 5th April 2008.
K.Chandrasekar, P.Venkumar and D.Ilangovan, “A Hybrid Approach (GA & SA) to Cell Formation Problem in Cellular Manufacturing Systems” in 6th International Conference on “Supply Chain Management & Information Systems (SCMIS-2008)” 8th – 10th December 2008 at National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, pp: 639-646.
K.Chandrasekar, P.Venkumar and D.Ilangovan, “Design of Cellular Manufacturing System Using Genetic Algorithm”, in 1st International Conference on “Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering (ICRAME 2010)”, NI University, Kumaracoil during April 8 & 9, 2010.
K.Chandrasekar and P.Venkumar, “A Modified Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm for integrating cell formation with machine layout and cell layout” accepted in 2nd International Conference on “Advanced Manufacturing and Automation (INCAMA-2013)”, March 28 – 30, 2013 at Kalasalingam University.
P.Sethu Ramalingam, K.Chandrasekar&M.Victor Raj, “GA Approach to optimize Material Flow and Makespan in an AGV-Based Flexible Jobshop Manufacturing System”, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (ICAMM 2013), Cape Institute of Technology, Levengipuram, 2013.
N.Sridhar, M.Victor Raj &K.Chandrasekar, “Minimizing Manufacturing cost in Flexible Job-shop Scheduling Problems”, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (ICAMM 2013), Cape Institute of Technology, Levengipuram, 2013.
K.G.Thirupathikuttalingam, K.Chandrasekar&M.Victor Raj, “Design of Cellular Manufacturing System Using Genetic Algorithm”, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (ICAMM 2013), Cape Institute of Technology, Levengipuram, 2013.
V.Rajagopal, K.Chandrasekar&M.Victor Raj, “Cell Formation Using Tabu Search for Design of Cellular Manufacturing System”, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (ICAMM 2013), Cape Institute of Technology, Levengipuram, 2013.
S. Joe Patrick Gnanaraj, A. Abdul Munaf, K. Chandrasekar, C. Murugan, M. Saravana Kumar, Investigational Studies of Jute and Cotton resistant with Epoxy Composites Kalasalingam Global Conference (KGC-2019)- International Conference on Sustainable Development, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, December 18-19, 2019.
Dr.R.Nafeena, A. Abdul Munaf, K. Chandrasekar, M.Baskar, P. Annapandi and G.Suresh, Design and Online Re-tuning of Power System Stabilizers Using Phasor Measurement Unit 10th International Conference on Science and Innovative Engineering - 10 ICSIE 2020 March 2020, Jawahar Engineering College, Chennai, 29thMarch 2020.
Dr. Nafeena Abdul Munaf, Dr.S.JennathBeevi, Dr.V.Shanmugasundaram, Dr.Chandrasekar, RFID Based Automated Rationing for a Public distribution system, International conference on Social Research & Innovation 2021 (ICSRI 2021), 6-7 November 2021, Male, Maldives.
Membership in professional body
Member in Indian Society for Technical Education ISTE, New Delhi, India
Workshop and FDP Participation
1. Two days Workshop on “Virtual Instrumentation – Labview in Mechatronics and Automation” at Dr. SivanthiAditanar college of engineering,Tiruchendur, 19th & 20th February 2008.
2. DST sponsored workshop on “Metaheuristics and their applications in Design, Manufacturing and Materials (WMADMM 2008)” at Kalasalingam University, Krishnankoil, March 12 & 13, 2008.
3. DST sponsored Instructional Workshop on Introduction to Graph Algorithms at Kalasalingam University, Krishnankoil, February 3-6, 2010.
4. CSIR sponsored two days workshop on “Application of Natural Fibre Composites for the Development of Rural Societies” organized by Centre for Manufacturing Sciences, National Engineering College, Kovilpatti during 27 & 28, June 2012.
5. “One Day Workshop on Mechatronics” conducted by the department of Mechanical Engineering, Government College of Engineering, Tirunelveli on 14th July 2012.
6. Faculty Development Program “Foundation Program in ICT for Education (FDP101x)” conducted by IITBombayx from 13.09.2018 to 27.10.2018.
7. Faculty Development Program “Pedagogy for Online and Blended Teaching-Learning Process (FDP201x)” conducted by IITBombayx from 30.10.2018 to 07.01.2019
8. Faculty Development Programme on “ENTREPRENEURSHIP” sponsored by NSTEDB-DST, New Delhi and organized by National Engineering College, Kovilpatti from 3rd to 15th December 2018.
9. One Day Workshop on “Moodle Learning Management System” conducted by IITBombayxon 15th March 2019.
10. Three days National level FDP on Online college Management system & online Content Creation Tools", BMM & BAMMC department of Lala lajpat Rai college of Commerce & Economics And University of Mumbai With North Storm Academy on 30th April, 1st May and 2nd May 2020.
11. AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Online FDP on "3D Printing & Design" from 2020-11-23 to 2020-11-27 at Maharshi Dayanand University.
12. Online Workshop on Rural Entrepreneurship Development (RED) Action Plan conducted on 19th January 2021 by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Hyderabad.
13. Online Workshop of “ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION AS CAREER OPPORTUNITY” Organized by Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)/University College of Engineering Nagercoil held on 28.11.2020.
14. AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Online Elementary FDP on "SMART MANUFACTURING THROUGH DIGITAL MANUFACTURING" from 22/11/2021 to 26/11/2021 at CENTURION UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT.
15. AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy Online Elementary FDP on "Innovative Techniques in Product Design, Numerical Simulation and Additive Manufacturing" from 06/12/2021 to 10/12/2021 at University College of Engineering,Nagercoil.
16. One week Faculty Development Programme (Online mode) on "Engineering Drawing through AutoCAD" organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, CVR College of Engineering, Hyderabad from 10.11.2022 to 15.11.2022.
17. Five Days FDP on “Role of Artificial Intelligence in Power Sector” organized byDepartment of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Tirunelveli conducted from 29.05.2023 to 02.06.2023.
18. Five Days Faculty Development Program on“Innovation on 3D Printing Technologies and its Applications” organized by Department of Aeronautical Engineering, PSN College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli conducted from 10.07.2023 to 14.07.2023.
Seminars
1. Participated in One day Seminar on “Multimedia” organized by Colors Animation Pvt. Ltd.at Hotel Janakiram, Tirunelveli, 20th October 2010.
2. Participated in One day seminar on “CAD/CAM/CAE Technology”organized by TRIDENT TECHLABS PVT. LTD., Chennai at Tirunelveli, 28th January, 2011.
3. Resource person in AICTE sponsored Summer-Winter School Scheme on “Recent Trends in CAD/CAM” at P.A.C. Ramasamy Raja Polytechnic College, Rajapalayam, 23rd November 2013.
4. Conducted a National Level Seminar on “Efficient Writing of Research Papers Using LaTex” at Sardar Raja College of Engineering, Alangulam on 20th December 2013.
5. Participated in one day webinar on “Intellectual Property Rights: An imperative necessity for academic research and academicians” organized by Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, PSN College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli on 09.10.2020.
6. Participated in One day Seminar on “CHANDRAYAN - 3” organized byDepartment of Aeronautical Engineering, PSN College of Engineering and Technology, Tirunelveli conducted on 28.07.2023.
Responsibilities Under Taken
Head of the Department
Admission Coordinator
Convener for FDP/ workshop/symposiums
Project coordinator for UG and PGstudents
Organized many guest lecturers& industrial visits
Time Table coordinator
Library Coordinator
Entrepreneurship Cell in charge
NBA committee works
NAAC committee works
AICTE committee works