Finite Element Techniques for the thin shell Deployable Space Structures
2023-06-14 00:00 (Asia/Kolkata)
Abstract: Rotation-free finite element analysis While the majority of analytical analyses of plates and shells rely on Kirchhoff-Love (KL)formulations put forth for thin plates and shells, modern finite element formulations draw upon the Reissner-Mindlin (RM) theory for moderately thick shells. The finite element formulations based on RM theory treat translations and annotations as independent variables and are advantageous due to their demand foronly C0-continuity of the geometry between elements and the use of relatively simple shape functions. Nonetheless, RM elements suffer from various locking henomena such as shear locking and are inefficient in analysing very thin shells. With the emergence of stronger materials like carbon fibre-reinforced composites and the realization of lightweight structures with extremely small thicknesses, KLfinite element formulations utilizing only translations as the degrees of freedom are gaining prominence. This talk discusses two such rotation-free finite element formulations: Onates EBST [1] and NURBS-based isogeometric analysis [2] for thin-shell structures.

Mathematical Discourse by Dr Narravula Harshvardhan Reddy
2023-06-14 15:30 - 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, Level 5, Vikram Sarabhai Block
The Department of Mathematics at SRM University-AP is organising an engaging Guest Lecture on June 14, 2023. Dr Narravula Harshavardhan Reddy will speak on Finite Element Techniques for Thin-shell Deployable Space Structures.

Abstract
Part 1: Rotation-free finite element analysis
While the majority of analytical analyses of plates and shells rely on Kirchhoff-Love (KL) formulations put forth for thin plates and shells, modern finite element formulations draw upon the Reissner-Mindlin (RM) theory for moderately thick shells. The finite element formulations based on RM theory treat translations and rotations as independent variables and are advantageous due to their demand for only C0-continuity of the geometry between elements and the use of relatively simple shape functions. Nonetheless, RM elements suffer from various locking phenomena such as shear locking and are inefficient in analysing very thin shells. With the emergence of stronger materials like carbon fibre-reinforced composites and the realisation of lightweight structures with extremely small thicknesses, KL finite element formulations utilising only translations as the degrees of freedom are gaining prominence. This talk discusses two such rotation-free finite element formulations: Onate’s EBST [1] and NURBS-based isogeometric analysis [2] for thin-shell structures.
Part 2: h-adaptive finite element analysis
Thin-shell deployable structures, including booms and longerons, undergo complex deformations such as localised folding and buckling, and snap-through instabilities. These deformations are often accompanied by moving contact surfaces. Nonlinear Finite element analysis of such behaviours requires highly dense meshes in the regions of interest. Since most of the deployable structures such as booms are very long in one dimension compared to the others, mesh density must be high throughout the domain of the analysis leading to a high computation cost.The computation cost can be reduced by adapting the mesh to the deformation throughout the geometrically nonlinear analysis. This talk focuses on h-adaptive mesh refinement for thin-shell deployable structures.
About the Speaker
Dr Narravula Harshavardhan Reddy is a resourceful Mathematician and researcher, who has made significant contributions to the understanding and application of mathematical principles in various domains. His impressive academic foundations in Mechanical Engineering from IIT, Guwahati and Masters and PhD in Aeronautical Sciences from California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA backed with his extensive experience of about a decade in the realm is truly inspiring. He has 10 noteworthy publications and 4 distinguished talks to his credit.
Join the engaging discourse with Dr Reddy and members of the faculty !

Dr Ipsita Pradhan presents a paper on Presentable and Well-Groomed: The Gendered Body on the Shop-floor
2023-06-15 00:00
Organising Institution:Institute of Gender Studies, University of Chester, U.KCategory:Talking Bodies 2023 Conference

Worlds Tastiest Doughnut and its Periodic Properties
2023-06-21 00:00
Abstract: The classification of the sets of periodic points of a family of topological dynamical systems has been extensively studied. The study of periodicity helps us understand the other dynamical aspects in many cases. This talk is based on similar work for the family of automorphisms on a one-dimensional solenoid.

Malaysia Global Immersion Programme with AIMST University
2023-06-23 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom
Global Immersion Programmes are instrumental in formulating trans-border business prospects, exposure to diverse cultures and constructive exchange of knowledge and perspectives with academic and industry practitioners. The Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies is organising an “Orientation on AIMST Malaysia Global Immersion Programme” on June 26, 2023. The session will be delivered by Prof. Dr Kathiresam Sathasivam, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic and International Affairs, AIMST University, Malaysia. The orientation will provide a detailed overview of the programme highlights and the guaranteed benefits of the immersion programme.
The Global Immersion Programme to Malaysia is set to take place from August 03-16, 2023. The programme aims to provide international and regional knowledge to the participants on global business fronts and relevant research and academic pursuits in novel and subsisting fields. Industrial and field visits showcasing cutting-edge technology, hands-on experience in emerging domains of technology, webinars and short courses on a series of topics, and experiencing the scenery, local culture and beauty of Malaysia are some of the highlights of the Global Immersion programme.

AIS School on p-adic Methods in Arithmetic
2023-06-26 08:00 - 2023-07-15 17:00
The Department of Mathematics of SRM University-AP, in collaboration with the National Centre for Mathematics, is organising an AIS school on p-adic methods in Arithmetic from June 26 to July 15 at the university. Prof. C S Rajan of Ashoka University and Assistant Professors Dr Manish Kumar Pandey and Dr Sazzad Ali Biswas of the Department of Mathematics at SRM University-AP are the convenors of the three-week long programme.
The prime focus of the AIS being held at the campus is to study the p-adic numbers and the p-adic methods in arithmetic. Topics covered in the first ten days include absolutes values on fields, completeness, construction of the field Q_p of p-adic numbers, p-adic algebraic number theory, and the Local-Global Principle. There are also topics from the basic Algebraic Number Theory (e.g., Class groups, Local Fields, Number Fields, Cyclotomic fields etc.). In the last eight days of the programme, the construction of the p-adic zeta function, Modular Forms, Iwasawa’s construction of P-adic L-functions and the main conjecture of Iwasawa Theory, applications of p-adic numbers, and open problems will be discussed.
National Centre for Mathematics is a joint centre of IIT Bombay and TIFR, Mumbai. The purpose of AIS schools is to provide training in core subjects in Mathematics to PhD students, young researchers, and teachers. The emphasis in these schools is on learning mathematics by doing it. IIT Bombay and TIFR jointly established the National Centre for Mathematics (NCM) in 2011. The instructional schools and workshops planned by an NBHM committee on ATM Schools are now being organised under the supervision of the Apex Committee of the NCM. The objective is to organise quality schools that help researchers and teachers and enjoyably learn advanced mathematics.
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Generalization of Ramanuian Congruence
2023-07-13 00:00
Abstract: Ramanujan made a series of influential conjectures in his 1916 paper &Quotron some arithmetical functions & quot; on what is now called the Ramanujan tau function. In the same paper he also proved a notable congruence mod 691 for the Ramanujan tau function. The existence of such congruences opened the door for many modern developments in the theory of modular forms. For newforms of prime level, some partial results about the existence of such congruences are known. In this talk, we discuss and refine some of those results.

Structural optimization and adjoint sensitivity Analysis
2023-07-13 00:00
Abstract: In the ever-evolving landscape of engineering design, structural optimization emerges as a key discipline that empowers researchers and engineers to harness the full potential of materials and structures by automating the design process. This seminar delves into the realm of structural optimization aided by adjoint sensitivity analysis, elucidating its profound impact on contemporary engineering endeavors. The seminar commences by demystifying the core principles of optimization and describing structural optimization types such as topology, shape, and sizing optimization. Attendees will gain insights into the underlying mathematical formulations and algorithmic techniques that drive these optimization paradigms, fostering a comprehensive understanding of their applicability across different design challenges. Central to the seminar is the exploration of adjoint sensitivity analysis, a mathematical paradigm that enables structural design updates in response to performance criteria changes. Participants will delve into the mathematical foundations of adjoint methods, comprehending how they enable efficient calculation of gradient information crucial for design modifications. Enriching the discourse, the seminar interweaves theoretical concepts with interesting case studies, exemplifying the transformative potential of structural optimization. Through these illustrative examples, attendees will grasp how these techniques optimize designs across industries.

Dr Ipsita Pradhan authors a paper on The Shopping Mall asWork-Place: Understanding Layered Space(s)
2023-07-21 00:00 - 2023-07-27 00:00
Organising Institution: IUS Field Training School, Tuscany, ItalyCategory: Research Seminar on Urban Ethnography and Theory

Prof. Mohanty Elucidates on Smart Agriculture Systems
2023-07-21 14:30 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM University-AP is hosting an invited talk by Dr Saraju P Mohanty, Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), University of North Texas, Denton, TX. The talk on Smart Agriculture Systems will be held on July 21, 2023.
Join us along with Prof. Mohanty and the faculty!
About the Speaker
Dr Saraju P Mohanty is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), University of North Texas, Denton, TX. He is ranked among the top 2% of faculty in the world with 30th rank for the year 2019 and 25th rank for the year 2020 in the field of Computer Hardware and Architecture.
Dr Mohanty has innumerable awards to his credit; he received the Fulbright Specialist Award from the US Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and World Learning in 2020. He has been a recipient of the IEEE-CS-TCVLSI Distinguished Leadership Award in 2018 for services to the IEEE, and to the VLSI research community. He was awarded the Glorious India Award in 2017 for his exemplary contributions to the discipline. Prof. Mohanty has authored 450 peer-reviewed articles and 5 books. He has received 16 best paper awards. He has delivered 21 keynotes and served on 14 panels at various International Conferences. His Google Scholar h-index is 52 and his i10-index is 224 with 12,045 citations.

Valorization of waste resources and its applications in water pollutant removal
2023-07-28 00:00 - 2023-10-24 00:00
The Institution of Engineers
Title of the talk: Valorization of waste resources and its applications in water pollutant removal
Organizing Institution: T K M College of Engineering, Kollam, Kerala
International Summer Course
Title of the talk: Bamboo based carbon for the removal of water pollutants
Organizing Institution: Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia
Department Lecture Series
Title of the talk: Potential role of algae in sustainable development
Organizing Institution: Universitas Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

Electronic and Magnetic Properties: Studies of Correlated Topological Kagome Antiferromagnets
2023-08-03 15:00
Affiliation: S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Kolkata

Dr Nishant Sharma delivered a talk titled, Seismic Soil-Structure Interaction in Reinforced Concrete Buildings with Pile Foundations: Unraveling the Complexity
2023-08-10 09:30
Organising Institution: National Institute of Technology Meghalaya.
Type: One-Week Short-Term Course ( Online )
Brochure: Announcement

Explore A Semester at University of Portsmouth
2023-08-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
SRM University-AP has always proffered vital importance to semester abroad programmes providing students with remarkable opportunities to pursue part of their academics at international universities of repute. Students receive international exposure in their chosen field of study as well as developing global networks with faculty, scholars and students from around the world.
The Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies is organising a webinar titled “Exploring Spring 2024: Semester Abroad Opportunities at the University of Portsmouth” on August 18, 2023. Ms Joanna Paraskelidis, Global Mobility Manager, University of Portsmouth, UK will be the speaker for the session. The University of Portsmouth is among the 30 universities from around the world that will be delivering insightful sessions on the Semester Abroad Programmes organised in association with SRM University-AP.

Dr Ramesh Vaddi, Dr Rupesh, Dr Durga Prakash presented DST FIST Presentation at BIT Jaipur
2023-08-25 00:00
Organising Institution: BIT JaipurCategory: Invited Talk

Dr K.A. Sunitha, Dr Maheswar Dwivedi presented Biomedical Research happening at SRM University-AP at SRM Medical Hospital and Research Centre
2023-08-26 00:00
Organising Institution: SRM Medical Hospital and Research CentreCategory: Invited Talk

A Machine Learning Framework for Knowledge Discovery
2023-08-30 15:00
Affiliation:IISc, Bangalore

Prof. Abhishek Singh on Machine Learning Techniques in Material Sciences.
2023-08-30 15:00 - 17:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Physics is organising the ninth session of its Eminent Guest Lecture Series: An Odyssey of Physics on the topic “A Machine Learning Framework for Knowledge Discovery” on August 30, 2023. The session will be delivered by Prof. Abhishek Singh, Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru. He will discuss the application of ML in establishing the complex structure-property relations in alloys.
Join the talk for an insight session on Machine Learning in Material Sciences!
Abstract
Data-driven machine learning methods in materials science are emerging as one of the promising tools for expanding the discovery domain of materials to unravel useful knowledge. In this talk, the power of these methods will be illustrated by covering two major aspects, namely, the development of prediction models and the establishment of hidden connections. For the first aspect, we have developed accurate prediction models for various computationally expensive physical properties such as band gap, band edges and lattice thermal conductivity. The prediction model for band gap and band edges is developed on a 2D family of materials -MXene, which are very promising for a wide range of electronic to energy applications, which rely on accurate estimation of band gap and band edges. These models are developed with GW-level accuracy and hence can accelerate the screening of desired materials by estimating the band gaps and band edges in a matter of minutes. For the lattice thermal conductivity prediction model, an exhaustive database of bulk materials is prepared. By employing the high-throughput approach, several ultra-low and ultra-high lattice thermal conductivity compounds are predicted. The property map is generated from the high-throughput approach, and four simple features directly related to the physics of lattice thermal conductivity are proposed. The performance of the model is far superior to the physics-based Slack model, highlighting the simplicity and power of the proposed machine learning models. For the second aspect, we have connected the otherwise independent electronic and thermal transport properties.
The role of bonding attributes in establishing this relationship is unravelled by machine learning. An accurate machine learning model for thermal transport properties is proposed, where electronic transport and bonding characteristics are employed as descriptors.

Pursue your Masters at Texas A&M University
2023-09-08 16:00 - 17:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
SRM University-AP collaborates with reputed institutions worldwide to provide opportunities to its students to pursue their higher studies in the field of their choice. Under the aegis of the Directorate of International Relations and Higher Studies, representatives of universities from around the globe are invited to interact with students, offering guidance to choose a university catering to their area of research and scholarship and support for applying to the same.
A seminar titled “Insights of Texas A&M University, San Antonio” is being organised on September 08, 2023, to inform students on why choose Texas A&M University for their Masters education. The session will be delivered by Ankita Chaturvedi, an International student recruitment and marketing expert. She is an accomplished Student Recruitment Professional with expertise in the SEA region, working with Global destinations such as Europe/USA/Singapore/Ireland/Canada.
Join the talk and learn about the unique programmes offered by Texas A&M University!

How to Ace Your Job Interviews: Hear from an HR Consulting Expert
2023-09-12 12:00 - 13:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
Communication has been an integral part of one’s day-to-day existence and it wouldn’t be too wrong to say that your communication skills can both make or break your future. Effective communication is key to success in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to cracking job interviews. The Paari School of Business has initiated a seminar titled “Facing Company Interviews and the Role of Communication” on September 12, 2023. Mr Suresh S, who has been the Ex-Chief HR Officer of many top-notch companies like Nissan, Titan and Hyundai, will be delivering the lecture for all BBA and MBA students.
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from the expert!
About the Speaker
Mr S Suresh is a postgraduate in Personnel Management and Industrial Relations from the Madras School of Social Work and has been in the HR Profession for over 4 decades. He completed his Bachelor in Law and a PG Diploma in Management. He has served prominent companies like GEC Alsthom, Titan Watches, Hyundai Motors, Orchid Pharma, Renault Nissan, Hinduja Foundries etc., and has been in ReGen Powertech, Chennai in the Renewable Energy sector for the past 10 years as Head – HR and more recently as a Consultant – HR. He has handled all aspects of HR including Talent Acquisition, Induction, Training of personnel in all positions, Performance Management Systems, Payroll, Industrial Relations, Statutory Compliance, and Strategic HR including working in Green Field and Brown Field Multi-National Companies and has reported to the top management of most of the companies.
He has also been a Guest Faculty at many institutions including the Management Development Department of IIT, Madras, Madras School of Social Work etc. He has also conducted several Inter-Collegiate Quiz competitions through NIPM, Madras Chapter in which he was also a committee member. He is also a Life Member of the Indian Society for Training and Development, Chennai ( ISTD ). He was a member of the Group Study Exchange programme of Rotary International which visited Mindanao District of the Philippines for 4 weeks. He was the President of the Rotary Club of Madras Coromandel and is currently a Consultant – HR for some leading companies in and around Chennai in the areas of Recruitment, Training, Industrial Relations etc.

Deformation-driven mixing in a soft porous medium
2023-09-13 00:00
Abstract: Soils, textiles, gels, and biological tissues are porous and very soft. In these materials, deformation and fluid flow are strongly coupled through rearrangements of the pore structure. The resulting flow fields, which are both heterogeneous and unsteady, can play a key role in the transport and mixing of solutes in practical problems such as groundwater contamination and tissue engineering. Here, we use a continuum model based on large deformation poroelasticity to study the impact of periodic squeezing on solute transport and mixing in a soft porous medium. Transport occurs through advection, molecular diffusion, and hydrodynamic dispersion, each of which interacts differently with deformation. We identify the key dimensionless control parameters, explore the resulting deformation and transport regimes.

Dr Partha Bhattacharya
2023-09-15 00:00 - 2023-11-22 00:00
Delivered a lecture on Theories of Comics Studies at the National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh, on November 22, 2023.
Delivered a lecture on NEP 2020 at Siddhartha Engineering College on October 13, 2023.
Delivered an online talk titled Navigating the World of Knowledge: The Crevices of Research and Publication at the Department of English, Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, on September 15, 2023.

Performance Management with Brillio
2023-09-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Paari School of Business hosts interactive and insightful sessions to provide management students ample knowledge on various domains. A guest talk featuring Ms Ritu Sharma, leader, mentor, and coach is being organised on September 15, 2023. Ms Sharma will speak on “Performance Management: Learning How Employees’ Performance is Managed Strategically by Brillio”.
Join the session and learn the tricks and tips of the trade!
About the Speaker
Ms Ritu Sharma has 20+ years of experience working in the talent acquisition and HR business partner space. She has diversified experience working in industry sectors like Consulting, IT, ITES, Product Development, and Engineering Services. She has been exclusively working on Campus Hiring roles covering all types of academic institutions – B-Schools, Engineering, Graduate colleges, CA campuses etc. for the past 8 years.

Awareness Talk on Ozone Day
2023-09-16 00:00
Title of the talk: Air pollution: Impact on global warming due to ozone layer depletion
Organizing Institution: Kakaraparti Bhavanarayana College, Vijayawada

Regularity of the boundary point for the Poisson equation
2023-09-20 00:00
Abstract: I will be talking about the regular boundary point for the possession equations. If possible I will be talking about the necessary and sufficient conditions for a point to be regular

Beyond Qubit
2023-09-20 15:00
Affiliation: PRL,Ahmedabad

Gain Perspective with our Semester Abroad Programme
2023-09-20 15:00 - 16:00 | ALC 1, Homi J Bhabha Block
The Directorate of International Relations & Higher Studies at SRM University-AP is organising a seminar on the “Semester Abroad Programme” to be held on September 20, 2023.
The Semester Abroad Programme is a unique proposition offered at SRM AP that makes it stand out amongst other universities. The varsity’s collaboration with prestigious universities worldwide enables it to offer its top-ranking second and third-year students to pursue their semester abroad. The programme offers students exposure to different cultures and a platform not only for gaining more profound knowledge in their core competencies but also for understanding and appreciating the pressing issues faced by society.
Join the seminar to gain insights into the programme, and let your international dreams take flight!

Prof. R P Singh on Qubit and Quantum Mechanics
2023-09-20 15:00 - 16:30 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Physics is organising the tenth edition of the “Eminent Guest Lecture Series: An Odyssey of Physics” on September 20, 2023. The eminent lecture will be delivered by Prof. R P Singh, Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad who will expound on the topic “Beyond Qubit” and the advantages of developing the quantum system in laboratories for efficient usage.
Join the session for an exciting and insightful lecture on Quantum Mechanics!
Abstract
A qubit is a two-state quantum-mechanical system, one of the simplest exhibiting the peculiarity of quantum mechanics, for example, the polarization state of a photon. However, there are quantum systems which can exist in infinite states, such as the orbital angular momentum (OAM) state of a photon. One can go further and instead of choosing quantum mechanical systems with discrete variables like polarization and OAM, could consider using quantum systems with continuous variables such as position and momentum or field quadratures. We will discuss creating these quantum systems in the lab and harnessing them to our advantage.

Exploring Sustainable Advancements in Transportation Engineering
2023-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Civil Engineering is organising an Industry Guest Lecture by Mr Kota Sitaramanjaneyulu, Former Chief Scientist and Professor at CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) and the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research on September 22, 2023. Mr K Sitaramanjaneyulu will elucidate on “Sustainable Advancements in Road Construction Industry” emphasising topics such as Milled materials for granular bases (pilot case study) and Advanced materials and technologies for the construction and maintenance of roads.
Join the session and gain perspective on transportation engineering!
About the Speaker
Mr Kota Sitaramanjaneyulu is a Former Chief Scientist and Professor at CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) and the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research. He has a Bachelor’s degree from Bangalore University and Masters from BITS-Philani. He has over 32 years of professional work experience with CRRI until his retirement in July 2021. His areas of expertise are highway engineering covering quality control and technical inspection; pavement design; pavement performance evaluation; pavement maintenance and management. He has held many prestigious positions such as member secretary, convener, and member on several IRC technical committees during his tenure at CRRI. He has over 50 publications in national and international journals and conferences. He was also involved as project coordinator, project leader and team member in multiple R&D and consultancy projects relating to Pavement Performance, Investigation of Road Failures, Technical Audit and Third-party Quality Assurance/Audit of Road Projects, Structural and Functional Evaluation of Pavements and Maintenance Management aspects. He was awarded the Medal for Best Paper on Road Research (Instituted by Bihar PWD) by the Indian Roads Congress during the 72nd Annual Session, 2011 held at Lucknow for the Research Paper entitled “Critical Evaluation of Roadway Capacity of Multi-Lane Speed Corridors under Heterogeneous Traffic Condition through Traditional and Microscopic Simulation Models”.

Ace your Coding Interview with our Alumni!
2023-09-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Success is truly remembered when you help others achieve the same. The Directorate of Alumni Relations manifests this statement by organising interactive sessions with our distinguished alumni who have succeeded in various domains of interest. These engagements help build good networks, constructive mentorship and guidance for their future careers.
On this note, an online Alumni Talk on “How to Succeed in Global Careers: Tips for Cracking Coding Interviews” is being organised on September 23, 2023. The session will be delivered by Mohit Kumar (BTech CSE 2023) who has been placed at Volante Systems, Canada as a Software Developer. Our expert alumni will share tips and tricks on how to ace a coding interview and land the job of your dreams.
