Designation: Professor
Department: Mechanical Engineering
Email: amitraidixit[at]iitism[dot]ac[dot]in
Contact Number:
Office Number: +91-326-223-5620
Personal Page: Under Construction
About Me: Dr. Amit Rai Dixit is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad. With a robust academic background, including a B.Tech., M.Tech., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, he has been dedicated to advancing research and education in manufacturing technologies, additive manufacturing, tribology, and non-conventional machining processes. With over two decades of academic and research experience, Dr. Dixit has supervised numerous Ph.D. and M.Tech. scholars, fostering innovation and contributing to the development of cutting-edge manufacturing techniques. His research spans areas such as nano-particles, surface coatings, and biomedical applications of manufacturing technologies. He has successfully led several funded projects sponsored by prestigious organizations like DRDO, SERB, and DST, further solidifying his expertise in the field. Dr. Dixit has actively collaborated with international institutions through research partnerships, faculty exchanges, and joint Ph.D. supervision. His work has led to multiple patents in advanced manufacturing systems and healthcare technologies. He is a Senior Member of INAE and a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers (India), reflecting his esteemed standing in the engineering community. Beyond his research and teaching commitments, Dr. Dixit has contributed significantly to institutional administration, having served in key leadership roles such as Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department and Dean of Infrastructure. His dedication to academic excellence extends to course development, laboratory modernization, and industry consultancy, making him a prominent figure in engineering education and research. This website serves as a platform to showcase his academic journey, research contributions, and ongoing projects.
Research Interest: Additive Manufacturing, Non-conventional Manufacturing Process, Engineering Materials, Coating, Nano-particles, Metal Cutting.
Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad: Dhanbad, Jharkhand, IN
Engineering and Rural Technology (IERT), Allahabad, India
Patent. Title: Method and Device for Optimizing Cutting Fluid In Metal Cutting Operations
Application Number: 202111033458
Date of filing: 26/07/2021.
Patent Status: Granted
Inventors Name: Mahip Singh (PhD Student), Dr Amit Rai Dixit (Principle Guide), Dr. Anuj Kumar Sharma (PhD Student)
Patent Title: An Isothermal Propulsion System For Metal Cutting Operation By Minimum Quantity Lubrication Process Maintaining Fluid Temperature Above Freezing Point
Number: 202331079637
Date of filing: 23.11.2023
Patent Status: Published
Inventors Name: Mahip Singh, Dr. Amit Rai Dixit (Principle Guide), Dr Anuj Kumar Sharma
Patent title: Cavity Cleaner To Remove Support Structures From 3D Printed Internal Cylindrical Cavity
Application Number: 202331032454
Patent Status: Published
Inventors Name: Dr Vivek Bajpai, Dr Amit Rai Dixit, Ratnesh Raj.
Patent title: System And Method Of Automatic Fibre Placement During Vat- Photopolymerization Additive Manufacturing For Composite Material Fabrication
Application Number: 202431071798
Patent Status: Published
Inventors Name: Amit Rai Dixit, Annada Prasad Moharana, Ratnesh Raj
Patent title: Dynamic Cutting Fluid Supply System And Method To Maintain A Constant Cutting Zone Temperature During A Workpiece Operation
Application Number: 202431071798
Patent Status: Published
Inventors Name: Mahip Singh, Dr. Amit Rai Dixit (Principle Guide), Dr Anuj Kumar Sharma
Patent title: Robotic Based Health Care System
Application Number: 202111030805
Patent Status: Filed
Inventors Name: Mahip Singh, Dr. Amit Rai Dixit (Principle Guide), Dr Anuj Kumar Sharma
Dr. Dixit has been actively involved in nationally and internationally funded projects, leading groundbreaking research in manufacturing, aerospace materials, biomedical engineering, and composite machining. Some of his major funded projects include:
• Funding Agency: DRDL, DRDO (CRG)
• Duration: May 2024 – Present
• Grant: ₹9.9 Lakhs
• Role: Principal Investigator (PI)
• Funding Agency: DST-SERB (CRG), New Delhi
• Duration: March 2023 – Present
• Grant: ₹55.85 Lakhs
• Role: Principal Investigator (PI)
• Funding Agency: Advance Naval Research Programme, DRDL (Hyderabad)
• Duration: May 2020 – May 2022
• Grant: ₹39.5 Lakhs
• Role: Principal Investigator (PI)
• Funding Agency: DRDL (Hyderabad)
• Duration: 2022 – 2024
• Grant: ₹31.05 Lakhs
• Role: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
• Funding Agency: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO, Hyderabad)
• Duration: January 2016 – July 2018
• Grant: ₹9.9 Lakhs
• Role: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
• Funding Agency: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO, Hyderabad)
• Duration: August 2020 – January 2022
• Grant: ₹9.83 Lakhs
• Role: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
• Funding Agency: Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology (New Delhi)
• Duration: March 2009 – March 2012
• Grant: ₹7.2 Lakhs
• Role: Principal Investigator (PI)
• Funding Agency: Department of Science and Technology, Ministry of Science and Technology (New Delhi)
• Duration: March 2005 – March 2010
• Grant: ₹44.5 Lakhs
• Role: Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
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Position |
Period |
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1 |
Warden/ Amber Hostel |
August 2009 – May 2013 |
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2 |
Faculty-in-charge (Training & Placement) (renamed as Vice Chairman Career Development Center) |
July, 2013 to July, 2018 |
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3 |
Associate Dean (Infrastructure) |
May, 2018 to June, 2021 |
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4 |
Head, Mechanical Engineering Department |
July 2020 - sept, 2023 |
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5 |
Dean (Infrastructure) |
Sept, 2023 - till date |
Dr. Dixit has played a pivotal role in guiding Ph.D. scholars in groundbreaking research areas such as additive manufacturing, laser powder bed fusion, tribology, and machining processes. Below is a list of his awarded Ph.D. students and their research contributions:
1. Amitava Mandal (Awarded on 18-11-2015)
Investigation on Machining of Nimonic C-263 Super Alloy Using Wire-EDM Process
2. Vikram Sharma (2013DR1030) - Awarded on 14-03-2017
Empirical Investigation of Lean Production Practices in Indian Machine Tool Industry
3. Anuj Kumar Sharma (2013DR1072) - Awarded on 29-03-2017
An Investigation on Performance of Hybrid Nanoparticle Enriched Cutting Fluids in Turning Operation
4. Ashish Kumar Srivastava (2010DR0127) - Awarded on 15-05-2018
Study of Tribological Behaviour of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite Reinforced with SiC under Different Environmental Conditions
5. Ashish Kumar Srivastava (2013DR1051) - Awarded on 15-02-2018
Synthesis, Characterization and Machinability of Hybrid Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite
6. Rabesh Kumar Singh (2014DR0203) - Awarded on 01-04-2019
Investigation on the Effect of Nano-Particle Mixed Cutting Fluid on Metal Cutting Process
7. Kumari Bimla Mardi (2013DR0226) - Awarded on 13-08-2019
Mechanical and Machining Characterization of Mg-Based Nanocomposites
8. Mohammed Shariq (2015DR0220) - Awarded on 17-12-2020
Synthesis, Characterization of Gold Nanoparticles Based Ink and Its Application in Additive Manufacturing
9. Satyajit Mahato (2013DR1099) - Awarded on 18-02-2021
A Critical Study and Practical Proposition for Operations Excellence in Small and Medium-Scale Enterprises
10. Madhulika Srivastava (2015DR0226) - Awarded on 15-03-2021
Peening of Austenitic Stainless-Steel Surfaces Using Ultrasonic Pulsating Water Jet Technology
11. Amit Kumar (2015DR0111) - Awarded on 07-06-2021
Investigation on the Influence of Nano Powder Mixed Dielectric in EDM Process
12. Rajesh Bajaj (2014DR1139) - Awarded on 16-03-2022
Machining Performance Analysis of Nano Powder Mixed EDM Process Using Conventional Hydrocarbon-Based Oil and Non-Edible Oils
13. Shalini Mohanty (17DR000317) - Awarded on 25-04-2022
Modification of Engineering Surfaces Through Powder Mixed Micro-Electrical Discharge Process
14. Akash Nag (17DR000388) - Awarded on 14-11-2022
Critical Investigation of Selective Disintegration of Biomaterials Using Ultrasonic Pulsating Liquid Jet for Biomedical Applications
15. Amit Kumar (16DP000132) - Awarded on 09-02-2023
Experimental Investigation on Mechanical Properties of Graphene-Modified Multiphase Polymeric Composites for Structural Applications
16. Suryank Dwivedi (17DR000604) - Awarded on 22-12-2023
Additive Texturing of 316L Stainless Steel Using Laser Powder Bed Fusion and Binder Jetting to Improve Surface Functionality for Biomedical Applications
17. Ratnesh Raj (18DR0115) - Awarded on 24-04-2024
Print Fidelity Evaluation and Mechanical Characterization of Formulated Polymer Nanocomposites Metamaterial Using Additive Manufacturing and Its Significance in Fabricating Microwave Absorbers
• Annada Prasad Moharana (20DR0017): Print Fidelity and Performance Evaluation of Polymer Composite using Additive Manufacturing Process
• Pratik Shaw (22DR0178): Simulation Analysis and Post-Processing Strategies in Laser-Powder Bed Fusion Fabricated Components
• Piyush Kumar (23DR0103): Comprehensive Analysis and Simulation-Based Modeling of Controlled Disintegration Using Abrasive Water Jet Milling
• Anup Kumar Jana (24DR0036): Performance Assessment of Polymer Composites in Additive Manufacturing
• Subham Kumar Pandey (21DR0189): Extrusion-Based Additive Manufacturing of Advanced Ceramics Materials and Characterization
• Deepak Kumar (21DR0046): Mechanical Characterization of Lattice Structure of 316L SS Fabricated by Laser Powder Bed Fusion
• Mahip Kumar Singh (17DP000293): Optimizing the Usage of Coolant in Metal Cutting Operations: Efficiency and Environmental Considerations through Cutting Fluid Optimizer
• Saket Kumar (18DR0120): Additive Texturing of Metal Parts Using Laser Powder Bed Fusion Process to Improve Surface Functionality for Biomedical Applications
