معرفی
Professor Sumanth Shankar is affiliated with McMaster University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced manufacturing and materials processing.
- B.Tech (Metallurgical Engineering), Institute of Technology – Banaras Hindu University (IT-BHU), 1996
- Ph.D (Materials Science and Engineering), Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), 2000
Research areas include:
- Metal Casting and Solidification Processing
- Semi-Solid Metal Casting (Rheo-Casting, Thixo-casting)
- Diffusion Analysis and Molten Metal Rheology
- Advanced Microscopy (SEM, TEM, FIB, LEAP)
- Microstructure-Property-Performance-Cost Relationships
Recent publications focus on Aluminum-Silicon alloys, Solidification Dynamics, Intermetallic Phase Evolution, and Advanced Casting Processes like Controlled Diffusion Solidification (CDS) and Tilt-Pour Casting. Key themes include Microstructure Control, Viscosity Analysis, and X-ray/Neutron Diffraction techniques.
Scientific recognition:
- Best Paper Award, Aluminum Division (2005)
Teaching responsibilities include:
- Mechanical Engineering (MECH ENG 4W03: Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Systems)
- Solidification Processing (MECH ENG 714/MATLS 715)
- MATLS 3MF3: Materials Fabrication
Contact: shankar@mcmaster.ca | Office: JHE 102 | Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 26473
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