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Department Achievements

  • The Department of Mechanical Engineering is recognized as a Research Center by JNTU-Kakinada during the academic years 2018-19 & 2019-20, 2023-24 & 2024-25.

  • The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Prasad V. Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology (PVPSIT), Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, has set a remarkable benchmark by filing the highest number of patents by an institute within a record time frame. Demonstrating an exceptional spirit of innovation and research excellence, the department successfully filed 25 patents in just nine days, reflecting the dedication, collaborative effort, and technical acumen of its faculty and student innovators. This outstanding accomplishment was officially confirmed on November 11, 2021, marking a proud moment for the institute and reinforcing its commitment to fostering a culture of intellectual property creation and technological advancement.

  • Dr. Phani Prasanthi has received a project titled “Automated Coconut Tree Climber and Coconut Cutter for Safe and Efficient Harvesting,” sanctioned under the Sustainable Agricultural System initiative, sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan 2025

  • AICTE (RCI) sanctioned an amount of Rs. 11,56,853 for the project "Fabrication and Characterization of Bio-Hybrid Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites using Experimental and Numerical Methods" to the faculty Dr. P. Phani Prasanthi for 3 years.

  • DST - Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) sanctioned an amount of Rs. 16,55,817 for the project “AI Enabled Bio Sensor to Control AC” to the faculty Dr. P. Anusha, Mechanical Engineering, Prasad V. Potluri Siddhartha Institute of Technology on 02.03.2023 for a period of 30 Months.

  • Dr. P. Anusha, Dr. M. Naga Swapna Sri, and their student team received the SRPG UG Project Grant worth Rs. 1,00,000 from ISHRAE for the AY 2023-24.

  • Dr. P. Anusha, Dr. M. Naga Swapna Sri, and their student team received the SRPG UG Project Grant worth Rs. 50,000 from ISHRAE for the AY 2022-23.

  • Dr. P. Anusha, and their student team received the SRPG UG Project Grant worth Rs. 50,000 from ISHRAE for the AY 2018-19.

  • Dr. M. Naga Swapna Sri [PI] and Dr. P. Anusha [Mentor] received a grant of Rs. 15,00,000 from MSME Incubation 2.0 [Women] for the project titled “Umbrella Shaped Cooler” on 08-08-2023.

  • Dr. P. Phani Prasanthi, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering, is proudly acclaimed as the first Indian to register 15 Intellectual Property Rights in just 24 hours. With this outstanding achievement, she secured a position in the Indian Book of Records on 07th August 2021.

  • Dr. M. Naga Swapna Sri, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering, is proudly acclaimed as the first Indian to register 30 Intellectual Property Rights in just 24 hours. With this outstanding achievement, she secured a position in the Indian Book of Records on 12th September 2022.

  • Dr. P. Anusha, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering, is proudly acclaimed as the first Indian to register 30 Intellectual Property Rights in just 24 hours. With this outstanding achievement, she secured a position in the Indian Book of Records on 12th September 2022.

  • "Development of Nano Silver and Nano Copper Reinforced Low-Density Polyethylene Antimicrobial Bottles" by Dr. K. Sivaji Babu received Rs. 2,60,000.

  • "Agro Waste Based Nano Composites" by M. Mounika received Rs. 2,35,000.

  • Completed R&D Projects worth Rs. 22,75,000.

  • Ongoing R&D Projects worth Rs. 28,12,700.

  • Applied for R&D Projects worth above Rs. 1,14,50,600.

  • Total IPRs Filed – 91; Under Examination – 10; Registered/Granted – 67; Patents Published – 14.

About Us

The Department of Mechanical Engineering has been in existence ever since the college started in 1998. Department is affiliated to JNTU. B. Tech. Program is accredited by NBA-AICTE in 2007, 2012 (provisionally), and under Tier-II in 2016 and Tier-I in 2019.

The Programme was accredited by NBA thrice in the years 2007, 2012, 2016 under Tier-II and subsequently accredited under Tier-I in 2019.

The Department offers UG and PG programs with an intake of 120+24 and 18 respectively. It covers 6127 sq.mts with modern labs and a team of 32 faculty members.

Total area of the Department is 6127 sq.mts. The Department has facilities in terms of faculty, infrastructure and equipment. The Department has a team of diversely qualified faculty including 5 Professors, 5 Associate Professors and 22 Assistant Professors, who aims at delivering quality lectures that blends with their rich research experience. The total worth of the equipment available in the Department is Rs.2,06,75,970

Numerous research papers have been published in National and International Journals and Conferences. The Department arranges guest lectures by eminent professors from India and abroad, scientists from research organisations and experts from industry to bridge the gap between academics and industry. Faculty members are encouraged to improve their academic qualification and to gain experience by attending FDPs, workshops, conferences etc. They are also encouraged to present research papers at workshops and conferences, and to participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities.

The Department promotes active industry-institute collaboration by organizing workshops and by taking part in sponsored research projects and consultancy services. Visits to the industries for faculty and students are frequently arranged to enhance the practical exposure with the real corporate world. Department also organizes programmes like Alumni interaction sessions with current students and make them familiar with specific market requirements and demands.

Two Industry supported Labs were established in associated with APSSDC-DASSAULTS Lab and European Centre for Mechatronics, Germany.

Vision & Mission
Vision

To enhance student capabilities and mould them into innovative, employable, socially responsible graduates.

Mission

To impart quality education, ethical values, research and entrepreneurial skills.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO-I: Progress in wide range of mechanical engineering fields with solid foundation in physical and engineering sciences.

PEO-II: Contribute as members of multi disciplinary engineering teams, solve mechanical engineering and allied field problems resulting in significant societal development.

PEO-III: Achieve goals by pursuing higher studies / research, become entrepreneurs.

PEO-IV: Become responsible citizens by undertaking active role in their community.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

PO - 1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

PO - 2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.

PO - 3: Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO - 4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions

PO - 5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.

PO - 6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice

PO - 7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.

PO - 8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.

PO - 9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.

PO - 10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions

PO - 11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.

PO - 12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO-1: Apply Engineering Principles for design, manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical systems

PSO-2: Execute multi disciplinary projects and exhibit managerial, leadership and entrepreneurial skills

Programmes Offered
UG Programme B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)
Year of Establishment 1998
Intake 60
PG Programme M.Tech (Automated Manufacturing Systems)
Year of Establishment 2006
Intake 6
Dr. B. Raghu Kumar

Dr. B. Raghu Kumar

Professor & Head – Mechanical Engineering

"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard."

Wishing you all the very best for your future endeavors. Enjoy your learning journey at our institute.

Highlights

Placements

5.50 Lakh
Highest Package
100%
Placements
40+
Companies Visited
4.04 Lakhs
Average Package

Research

149
Journal Publications
120
Conference Publications
230
FDPs / Workshops

Department Labs