P. M. Mohite

Professor P. M. Mohite is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His academic career at IIT Kanpur spans over two decades, beginning with his B.E. from Shivaji University Kolhapur in 1998, followed by M.Tech in 2001 and PhD in 2007, all from IIT Kanpur under the guidance of Prof. C.S. Upadhyay.

• PhD, IIT Kanpur, 2007
• M.Tech, IIT Kanpur, 2001
• B.E., Shivaji University Kolhapur, 1998

Professor Mohite's research focuses on the damage mechanics and micromechanics of fibrous composites, with particular expertise in laminate modeling, adaptive finite element analysis, and composite characterization. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in structural analysis of composite materials. His research interests encompass both fundamental aspects of composite material behavior and their practical implementation in aerospace structures.

His scholarly contributions demonstrate a consistent focus on computational methods for analyzing composite structures, with emphasis on adaptive finite element techniques that improve accuracy while reducing computational costs. His publications span journals like Computers and Structures and Archives of Mechanics, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach that combines mechanical engineering principles with advanced computational techniques.

• One of the first ten finalists for Students' Paper Contest at 47th AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference, 1-4 May 2006, Newport Rhode Island (USA)
• Best Student Award for Bachelor of Engineering Programme in Mechanical Engineering (1998)

Professor Mohite teaches courses in Structural Analysis, Composite Materials, Finite Element Methods, Dynamics and Vibrations, and Micromechanics and Damage Mechanics of Composites. His laboratory work in the Structural Analysis Lab (contact: 0512-259-7531 / 6111) supports both teaching and research activities in composite materials characterization and structural analysis.