Department of Applied Mechanics

Prof.Arockiarajan obtained his master’s degree (M.E.) from PSG college of Technology and pursued his doctoral Studies (Ph.D.) at University of Kaiserslautern with specialization in computational mechanics. His post doctorial work at University of Nottingham focused on generalized continuum approach for electro-mechanical coupled problems. He has industrial experience with TATA Motors, Pune and Infineon, Germany. He is currently a Professor with the Department of Applied Mechanics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras. His research interest includes smart materials & structures, composites and bio-materials. He is serving as Consultant for various industries. He has over 200 publications in peer review Journals, 10 patent and contributed 5 book chapters. He has a startup which is focusing on the societal requirements. He has graduated 7 post doc fellows, 19 Ph.D scholars and 14 M.S. Scholars. He is an Associate fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering. He has received Young Engineer Award from INAE and ISSS Young Scientist Award from Institute for Smart Structures and Systems (ISSS). From his Institute, he has received Young Faculty Recognition Award and Institute Research Development Award.