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Rajeshkumar Madarkar is a Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University, where he serves as Course Leader for BEng (Hons) Engineering Design and BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering. Prior to joining in 2024, he was a Research Associate at the Centre for Precision Manufacturing (CPM), University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, and held academic and industry roles in India, including Assistant Professor and Associate Software Engineer at IBM.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, 2020
- M.Tech in Manufacturing Science, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, 2007
Rajeshkumar's research focuses on advancing precision and smart manufacturing technologies. His work spans hybrid machining, ultrasonic vibration-assisted grinding, minimum quantity lubrication, digital twin-driven systems, and micromachining of superalloys. He aims to improve manufacturability, sustainability, and efficiency in industrial applications through innovative process development.
His recent publications reflect a strong trend in intelligent, data-driven, and environmentally conscious manufacturing. Themes include digital twin integration for predictive maintenance, smart sensor-based grinding systems, and sustainable machining through MQL and life cycle analysis. His work bridges academic research with industrial applications, particularly in aerospace and high-value component manufacturing.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- All India Rank 22 in GATE
- MHRD Scholarship for M.Tech and Ph.D.
- Session Chair at an international conference
Rajeshkumar has secured research funding through participation in EPSRC projects, notably as a Work Package Leader on the 'Multiscale Digital Twin-Driven Smart Manufacturing System' project. He has advised students and mentored early-career researchers, though specific names are not listed. His industry collaborations include IBM and Swift Infotech, demonstrating strong academia-industry linkages.
He has contributed to professional development by delivering invited talks at workshops and conferences and served as a National Council Member of the Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering (IIIE) from 2012 to 2020, highlighting leadership in the engineering community.
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