Kumaraswamy Adepu

Dr. Kumaraswamy Adepu is Professor of Mechanical Engineering at DIAT (DRDO), with 31 years of experience in teaching, research and academic leadership. His research interests include mechanical characterisation through Nano/Micro/Macro indentation, High strain rate deformation behaviour, Tribology, and allied areas. He has served as Principal Investigator for sponsored R&D projects funded by DRDO and has contributed significantly to research and innovation through 4 patents, 75 peer-reviewed journal publications, 6 eBook chapters and 45 conference proceedings. He has supervised 10 PhD scholars and 75 plus M.Tech./MS(R) scholars, with 8 doctoral scholars currently pursuing research under his guidance. He has also adjudicated 30 plus PhD theses.