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Dr. S.k. Dhakad

Professor & Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University Institute of Technology (UIT–RGPV), Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh

IMPARC ID: IMP-MM-MENG-MP-IND-2025-2169

Profile Summary

Dr. Shrikrishna Dhakad is a senior academician with over 18 years of teaching and research experience in Mechanical Engineering. He currently serves as Professor & Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Dean (Academic) at the University Institute of Technology (UIT–RGPV), Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. His core areas of specialization include Thermal Engineering, Energy Systems, Fatigue & Fracture Mechanics, Gasification Technologies, and Design Engineering. Dr. Dhakad has made significant contributions through extensive research publications, patents, book chapters, conference leadership roles, and funded academic programs. He has been honored with the Best Teacher Award (2018) and has served as Faculty Advisor of the Best ISTE Chapter (MP Section). In addition to academia, he is actively involved as a Business Consultant for technology and energy-focused organizations. His work bridges mechanical engineering fundamentals with emerging areas such as machine learning, IoT, renewable energy, and intelligent systems.

Subject Matter Expertise

STEM → Engineering → Mechanical Engineering →
→ Heat Transfer & Calorimetry
→ Mechanical Design
→ Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
→ Engineering Thermodynamics
→ Thermophysical Engineering

Power & Energy →
→ Renewable Energy
→ Solar Energy
→ Bioenergy & Biofuels

Data Science
→ Data Analysis
→ Machine Learning Applications

Mentorship Offered

Consulting
– Scientific and Technical Consulting
– Business Strategy Consulting

Product Development
– Concept Development
– Product Validation

Research
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Feasibility Study

Writing
– Technical Writing

Work Experience Summary

Dr. Shrikrishna Dhakad has accumulated over 18 years of experience in teaching, research, academic leadership, and consultancy. His professional career includes leading mechanical engineering departments, coordinating national and international conferences, delivering expert lectures across India, and contributing to industry through technical consultancy. He has supervised and contributed to numerous research initiatives, particularly in thermal systems, renewable energy, fatigue analysis, and intelligent engineering applications.
Institution Name: University Institute of Technology (UIT–RGPV), Shivpuri
Job Title: Professor & Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering; Dean (Academic)
Description: Responsible for academic leadership, teaching, research supervision, program coordination, and institutional administration.
Duration: Present

Institution Name: Trivima Solution Pvt. Ltd., Indore
Job Title: Business Consultant
Description: Providing technical and strategic consultancy services across business and technology domains.

Institution Name: Shakti Steller Energy Solution Pvt. Ltd., Bhopal
Job Title: Business Consultant
Description: Consultancy in energy systems, technology solutions, and applied engineering practices.

Educational Summary

Dr. Dhakad holds advanced qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, culminating in a Ph.D., and possesses strong academic foundations in engineering design, thermal sciences, and energy systems.
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field / Description: Mechanical Engineering

Degree Title: M.Tech
Field / Description: Mechanical Engineering

Degree Title: B.E.
Field / Description: Mechanical Engineering

Certifications & Patents

Dr. Shrikrishna Dhakad is a Life Time Member of ISTE, New Delhi, and SESI, Delhi, reflecting his sustained professional engagement in engineering education and energy research. He has been recognized with the Best Teacher Award (2018) and honored as Faculty Advisor of the Best ISTE Chapter (MP Section) for his academic leadership and excellence in teaching . He has an extensive innovation record with 25+ patents filed and granted across India, Australia, and Germany, covering areas such as renewable energy systems, machine learning, IoT, intelligent control systems, medical and assistive devices, blockchain security, and advanced composite materials, highlighting his strong contributions to applied research and technology development.
Title: Life Time Member
Issued By: ISTE, New Delhi

Title: Life Time Member
Issued By: SESI, Delhi, India
Issue Date: 2019

Patents



Patent Title: System of Power Management with Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) Control of Large-Scale Grid Connected Inverter for Photovoltaic Applications
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201911017877
Filed Date: 04/05/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed

Patent Title: Fuzzy Neural Network Based PID Control System and Method Thereof for Industrial Process
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 20194102447
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: Intelligent System for Optimization of Output of Solar Panels
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad with Shakti Steller Energy Solution Pvt. Ltd., Bhopal
Patent/Application No.: 201921024891
Filed Date: 20/06/2019
Published Date: 28/06/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: Method of Statistical Data Based Smart Reservation & Charging of Parking
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201921026715
Filed Date: 12/06/2019
Published Date: 19/07/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: System of Computerized Articles-Storing Based on Color, Shape, Odor, and Weight
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201941027667
Filed Date: 10/07/2019
Published Date: 12/07/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: System for Heat Sink Motor Control for Consumer Electronic Device
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201941029525
Filed Date: 22/07/2019
Published Date: 19/08/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: Low Cost Waste Paper Material Pulping Machine for Recycling
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201921029356
Filed Date: 22/07/2019
Published Date: 30/08/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: Machine Learning Based Method for Optimization of Power Management in Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy Resources
Applicant(s): S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent/Application No.: 201921031179
Filed Date: 01/08/2019
Published Date: 30/08/2019
Patent Office: India
Status: Filed & Published

Patent Title: Sanitising Energy Gate
Applicant(s): Dr. S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent No.: 390591
Filed Date: 22/07/2020
Published Date: 28/08/2020
Granted Date: 28/02/2022
Patent Office: India
Status: Granted

Patent Title: Computer-Implemented Method for Encryption over Blockchain Data Sharing in Secure Network
Applicant(s): Dr. S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent No.: 2021100143
Filed Date: 31/03/2021
Patent Office: Australia
Status: Granted

Patent Title: System for Secure Authentication and Inter-Communication among Networked IoT Devices
Applicant(s): Dr. S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent No.: 2021102117
Filed Date: 21/04/2021
Patent Office: Australia
Status: Granted

Patent Title: Intelligent System for Automated Classification of Medical Images using Image Processing and Artificial Intelligence
Applicant(s): Dr. S.K. Dhakad & Team
Patent No.: 20 2022 100 604.0
Filed Date: 02/02/2022
Patent Office: Germany
Status: Granted

Publication Summary

Dr. Dhakad has authored numerous international journal papers, conference papers, and book chapters in areas including fuel cells, fatigue life estimation, gasification, thermal systems, composites, machine learning applications, and renewable energy. His publications include works indexed in Elsevier (Materials Today Proceedings) and other reputed international journals.
Role / Contribution: Reviewer (Book Chapters)
Description: Reviewed three chapters of the textbook titled Heat and Mass Transfer (HMT).
Publisher: McGraw Hill Education – Higher Education Publication
Year: 2014

Role / Contribution: Co-Editor (Conference Proceedings) & Conference Co-Coordinator
Conference Title: National Conference on “Recent Trends in Mechanical and Production Engineering (RTMPE-2013)”
ISBN: 978-93-82346-07-4
Publisher: Balaji Learning Books, Bhopal
Organized By: Department of Mechanical Engineering, SATI Engineering College, Vidisha (M.P.)
Conference Dates: 20–21 December 2013

Role / Contribution: Editor (Conference Proceedings) & Conference Coordinator
Conference Title: National Conference on “Innovative Research in Engineering & Science (IRES-2017)”
ISBN: 978-93-82346-18-0
Publisher: Balaji Learning Books, Bhopal
Organized By: Department of Mechanical Engineering, SATI Engineering College, Vidisha (M.P.)
Conference Date: 16 February 2017

Role / Contribution: Editor-in-Chief (Book)
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering & Technology: A Compilation of Studies
Publisher: International Scholarly Journals & Academic Books, New Delhi, India
Book Proposal No.: 1804
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Year: 2018
Book Chapter Title: Fatigue Life Estimation in Straight Pipe Component
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Engineering & Technology Latest Progress
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP), Publisher of International Scholarly Journals & Academic Books (International Edition)
ISBN: 978-81-932850-2-2
Publication Date: July 2017
Pages: 01–20

Book Chapter Title: An Overview of Gasification Technology
Author(s): P. Semil, S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Engineering & Technology Latest Progress
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-932850-2-2
Publication Date: July 2017

Book Chapter Title: Unconventional Manufacturing Processes
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Engineering & Technology Latest Progress
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-932850-2-2
Publication Date: July 2017

Book Chapter Title: Fuel Cells as Sources of Clean Power Generation
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC) as Source of Power: A Review
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Mathematical Modeling of High Temperature Fuel Cell (MCFC)
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Life Estimation of Nuclear Power Plants: An Overview
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Formulation and Optimization of Assembly Line Balancing in Automated Manufacturing Systems
Author(s): Sandeep Mishra, S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Tannery Wastewater Treatment
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad, P. Kushwaha
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Fracture Failure
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad, P. Agarwal
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Experiment and Optimization of Machining Process Parameters in Wire Cut EDM on EN-36B Steel
Author(s): K. Tiwari, S.K. Dhakad, P. Agarwal
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: Some Issues of Micro-Forming in Micro-Manufacturing: A Review
Author(s): Pankaj Agarwal, S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Book Chapter Title: An Overview of Metal Matrix and Nano Composites
Author(s): S.K. Dhakad
Book Title: Current Research in Engineering and Technology: A Complete Study
Publisher: Meta Research Press (MRP)
ISBN: 978-81-935729-9-3
Publication Date: February 2018

Title: Review of Work Done in the Field of Commercial Application of High Temperature Fuel Cells (MCFCs) in Stationary Power Generation
Journal: International Journal of Industrial Engineering & Technology (IJIET)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Dr. Prashant Bareder
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Biomass Gas Distribution and Thermal Analysis in 2-Dimensional Stack Model of MCFC Fuel Single Cell through CFD Analysis
Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Research (IJMER)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Dr. Prashant Bareder
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Future Aspects of Power Generation through High Temperature Fuel Cells (MCFCs) versus Other Fuel Cells
Journal: International Journal of Scientific Engineering and Technology (IJSET)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Dr. Prashant Bareder
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Mathematical Modeling, Performance Simulation, and Optimization of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFCs)
Journal: International Journal of Engineering Research and Industrial Application (IJERIA)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Dr. Prashant Bareder
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Neural Network Analysis for the Single Cell of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC)
Journal: International Journal of Engineering Research (IJER)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, Dr. Prashant Bareder
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Fatigue Crack Growth and Life Prediction Analysis of Power Plant Component using LEFM Approach
Journal: International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Advance in Engineering (IJMRAE)
Authors: Shri Krishna Dhakad, Dr. Sanjeev Saxena, Dr. Geeta Agnihotri
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Life Prediction and Crack Propagation Analysis for Pipe Weld Straight Component (PWSC) of Power Plant
Journal: International Journal on Scientific Engineering and Technology (IJEST)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Sanjeev Saxena, Geeta Agnihotri
Publishing Year: 2012

Title: Feed Forward Neural Network (FFNN) Based Model Prediction of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells
Journal: Indian Journal of Applied Research (IJAR)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal
Publishing Year: 2013

Title: Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells (MCFCs) as Alternative Sources of Energy Generation in the Future
Journal: PARIPEX – Indian Journal of Research
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal
Publishing Year: 2013

Title: Cross-Validation of Optimized Results using Genetic Algorithm and Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) for Single Cell MCFC Model
Journal: International Journal of Scientific Research (IJSR)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Dr. S.C. Soni, Dr. Pankaj Agarwal
Publishing Year: 2013

Title: Prediction of Friction Factor and Non-Dimensional Numbers in Forced Convection Heat Transfer Analysis of Insulated Cylindrical Pipe
Journal: International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology (IJMET)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2013

Title: Force Convection Heat Transfer Analysis through Different Channels (Review)
Journal: Indian Journal of Applied Research (IJAR)
Authors: Pankaj, S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2013

Title: Energy Modeling and Optimization Analysis of High Temperature Fuel Cells (MCFCs)
Journal: International Journal of Energy Research and Environmental Technology (JERET)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2016

Title: Arduino Based Automatic Irrigation System
Journal: International Journal of Energy Research and Environmental Technology (JERET)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2016

Title: Fatigue Life Estimation for Pressurized Base Weld Component (PBWC): A Review
Journal: International Journal of Material Science and Mechanical Engineering (JMSME)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2016

Title: Life Prediction and Stress Intensity Factor (SIF) Analysis for Nuclear Power Plant Piping Components
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier – ICMPC Special Issue)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2017

Title: Effect of TiC Particles on Mechanical Properties of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Utkarsh Pandey, Dr. S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2017

Title: Stress Intensity Factor (SIF) Analysis on Pressurized Base Weld Component (PBWC): A Review
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2018

Title: Characteristic Behaviour of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites: A Review
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Manish Shukla, Dr. S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2018

Title: Fabrication, Testing, and Characterization of Al/TiC Metal Matrix Composites via Ultrasonic Assisted Stir Casting Process: A Review
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Utkarsh Pandey, S.K. Dhakad et al.

Title: Adsorption of Cr (VI) from Synthetic Tannery Wastewater using Banyan Sawdust (Ficus Bengalensis)
Journal: International Journal of Engineering Technology Science and Research (IJETSR)
Authors: Dr. S.K. Dhakad, P. Kushwaha
Publishing Year: 2017

Title: J-Integral and Crack Growth Analysis of 2-D Element
Journal: International Journal of Latest Trend in Engineering and Technology
Authors: Anurag Jain, S.K. Dhakad
DOI: 10.21171/1.84.11
Publishing Year: 2018

Title: Experimental Investigation of EDM Parameters on Al-LM6/SiC/B4C Hybrid Composites
Journal: International Journal of Applied Mechanics and Materials
Authors: Manish, S.K. Dhakad et al.
DOI: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.877.149
Publishing Year: 2018

Title: Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining of Al-LM6/SiC/B4C Composite: A Grey Relation Approach
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Manish, S.K. Dhakad et al.

Title: Review on Various Practices of Fatigue Analysis of Nuclear Power Plant Piping Components
Journal: International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET)
Authors: Dinesh Agarwal, S.K. Dhakad
Publishing Year: 2019

Title: Life Estimation of Piping Components of Nuclear Power Plant for Safe Operation: A Review
Journal: Anusandhan, Rabindranath Tagore University
Authors: Dinesh Agarwal, S.K. Dhakad
Publishing Year: 2019

Title: Bio-Diesel Production and Performance Emission Techniques: A Review
Journal: Research and Reviews: Journal of Ecology
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Shiyashran Patel
Publishing Year: 2019

Title: A Study on Effects of Solar Energy: A Review
Journal: Journal of Thermal Engineering and Application
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Shiyashran Patel
Publishing Year: 2019

Title: Laravel: A PHP Framework for E-Commerce Website
Journal: Fifth International Conference on Image Information Processing (ICIIP) – IEEE Proceedings
Authors: Neha Yadav, S.K. Dhakad
Publishing Year: 2019

Title: Preparation of Metal Foam by Different Methods: A Review
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Anurag Kulshreshtha, Dr. S.K. Dhakad et al.
DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.375
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Influence of Addition of Nanoparticles on Compressive Deformation Behaviour of Aluminium Composite Foam
Journal: AEUGAM Journal
Authors: Anurag Kulshreshtha, Dr. S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Influence of Cell Size and Strain Rate on Compressive Deformation Behaviour of Nanoparticle Reinforced Aluminium Composite Foam
Journal: Journal of the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Authors: Anurag Kulshreshtha, Dr. S.K. Dhakad et al.
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Investigation of Mechanical Properties of Sisal Fibre and Human Hair Reinforced Epoxy Resin Hybrid Polymer Composite
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Anas Ahmed Ansari, S.K. Dhakad et al.
DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.513
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Nanolithography and Its Current Advancements
Journal: Materials Today Proceedings (Elsevier)
Authors: Purohit, S.K. Dhakad et al.
DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2020.02.505
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Diesel Engine Performance with Coolant Temperature Control System and Phase Change Material (PCM) under Cold Ambient Conditions: A Review
Journal: International Convergence 2020 (Springer)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Manish Kumar
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-6707-0
Publishing Year: 2021

Title: Mechanical Properties of Sisal Fibre and Human Hair Reinforced Epoxy Resin Hybrid Polymer Composite
Journal: International Convergence 2020 (Springer)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Anas Ahmed Ansari
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-6707-0
Publishing Year: 2021

Title: Simulation of Swirl Cup as Vane Angle with 58°
Journal: International Convergence 2020 (Springer)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Amit Kumar, Anurag Kulshreshtha
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-6707-0
Publishing Year: 2021

Title: A Review on Methanol-Blended Diesel Fuel Combustion in CI Engine for LTC Technology using EGR
Journal: International Convergence 2020 (Springer)
Authors: S.K. Dhakad, Amrit Kumar
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-6707-0
Publishing Year: 2021

Title: Life Estimation Analysis of Straight Piping Component using FEA Technique
Journal: International Journal of GIS Science Journal
Authors: Dinesh Agarwal, Dinesh Soni, S.K. Dhakad
Publishing Year: 2020

Title: Fatigue Crack Growth, Life Estimation and Comparative Analysis of Carbon Steel A333 Gr.6 Piping Component using FEA Approach
Journal: ICAST 2020 – Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering (Springer Nature)
Authors: Dinesh Agarwal, Dinesh Soni, S.K. Dhakad
DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-1079-0_24

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