Dr. Murgayya S. Basavankattimath

Dr. Murgayya S. Basavankattimath is a dedicated academic and researcher with over a decade of experience specializing in vibration analysis, rotor dynamics, and reliability engineering. His professional journey reflects a deep commitment to bridging the gap between academic research and industrial practice. He has served as Dean of R&D, demonstrating leadership in research management and academic development.

His notable contributions include the establishment of the Vibration & Thermography Consultancy Cell at KLS VDIT in collaboration with Diagnostic Engineers, Bangalore. This initiative provides industry-oriented training, consultancy services, and research support, focusing on troubleshooting complex rotating machinery. Dr. Basavankattimath’s consultancy work has delivered solutions for companies such as NIDEC, GENMAX Technologies, KMF, Sumi Engineering, and Ashok Iron, among others.

He has authored several research papers in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, contributed to book chapters, and holds patents in his area of specialization. His doctoral research at Dayananda Sagar University focused on rotor dynamics and reliability analysis, conducted under esteemed mentors from industry and academia.

In addition to his academic and consultancy roles, he has prior industry experience as a Business Consultant at Apollo Tyres and has interned at NWKRTC, gaining hands-on exposure to vehicle diagnostics and fabrication processes. His research and consultancy are grounded in practical applications, making his work highly relevant to the industrial sector.

Dr. Basavankattimath continues to drive innovation and excellence in mechanical engineering, focusing on industry-academia collaboration, student training, and cutting-edge research in vibration and thermal diagnostics.