Assist. Prof. Dr. Praveen Kumar Rai | Materials Characterization Techniques | Material Scientist Award

University of Lucknow | India

Dr. Praveen Kumar Rai is an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Design Engineering) at University of Lucknow. He specializes in materials characterization techniques, finite element analysis, CAD modeling, and ultrasonic machining. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad, where his research focused on the design and optimization of ultrasonic machine horns. Dr. Rai has authored numerous SCI and Scopus-indexed publications, holds 10 patents, and has supervised several postgraduate and undergraduate research projects. His interdisciplinary expertise in material behavior, failure analysis, and advanced simulation techniques makes him a highly deserving candidate for the Material Scientist Award in Materials Characterization Techniques.

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Education

Dr. Praveen Kumar Rai earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with specialization in Design Engineering from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad. He also completed his M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Stress and Vibration Analysis from Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology Bhopal, and obtained his B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. His academic training has provided him with a strong foundation in mechanical design, structural analysis, and advanced materials engineering.

Professional Experience

Dr. Rai currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Lucknow. He has previously held academic positions at G H Raisoni Institute of Engineering and Technology, Bharat Institute of Engineering and Technology, and Gautam Buddha University. In addition to teaching and research, he has contributed extensively to academic administration through responsibilities related to accreditation, institutional rankings, placements, and student mentorship.

Research Interests

Dr. Rai’s research interests focus on materials characterization techniques and their integration with computational and design-based methodologies. His work encompasses finite element analysis, CAD modeling, ultrasonic machining, structural dynamics, mechanical vibrations, and strength of materials. He is particularly interested in optimizing engineering components and analyzing material behavior under complex loading conditions, with applications in advanced manufacturing and mechanical system design.