Dr. Mohan K Pradhan

Department Mechanical Engineering
Designation Associate Professor
Educational Qualification Ph.D. (Manufacturing Engg.), P.G. (Production Engg.), UG. (Mechanical Engg.)
E-Mail mkpradhan.me@nitrr.ac.in
Contact Number 8889152316
Areas of Interest

  • Advanced Conventional and Non-Conventional Machining Processes

  • Precision Micro-Manufacturing Technologies

  • Additive Manufacturing and Smart Material Integration

  • Process Modelling and Simulation (Statistical Methods, Neural Networks)

  • Optimization Techniques, Simulation, and Machine Learning Applications

  • Machining of Hard-to-Machine Materials and Advanced Composites

  • Real-Time Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance

  • Manufacturing Systems Modeling, Scheduling, and Performance Optimization

  • Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) and Soft Computing-Based Decision Support

  • Functional Surface Engineering: Texturing, Coating, and Modification

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Publications

Books and Edited Volumes:

  1. Mohan Kumar Pradhan, et al. (Eds.). Manufacturing in the Digital Age. CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2025. ISBN 978-1-032-70387-9; 296

  2. Mohan Kumar Pradhan, J. Paulo Davim, et al. (Eds.). Recent Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Technology: ICAMMT 2022. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering, Springer, Singapore. (Scopus Indexed)

  3. R. K. Nayak, Mohan Kumar Pradhan, and A. K. Sahoo. Machining of Nanocomposites. CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, 2022. (Scopus Indexed)

  4. R. Das and M. K. Pradhan (Eds.). Handbook of Research on Manufacturing Process Modeling and Optimization Strategies. IGI Global, 2017. (Scopus Indexed)

  5. M. K. Pradhan, et al. Advancements and Current Trends in Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineering, 2014.

  6. M. K. Pradhan, A. Kumar, and A. Verma. Proceedings of the International Conference on Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineering: Advancements and Current Trends (IC IMPACT – 2014).

  7. M. K. Pradhan, et al. Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability (IC MEETS – 2014).

  8. M. K. Pradhan, Proceedings of the National Symposium on Recent Developments in Industrial Maintenance Management (RDMM 2006), 2006.

Publications in International Journal

  1. Kumar, A., Kumar, S., & Pradhan, M. K. “Comparative Analysis of Rotary and Stationary Tool EDM for Improved Machinability of Inconel 825,” Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology, 40(4), 2919–2931, 2026. 

  2. Kumar, A., Sudhanshu Kumar, & Pradhan, M. K. “Enhancing EDM Performance of Inconel 825 Alloy Using the Rotary EDM Process,” Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering, 2025, DOI: 10.1177/09544089251359337.

  3. A. Kumar, M. K. Pradhan, and S. Kumar, "A hybrid GRA–PCA–TOPSIS technique optimization of EDD process parameter on drilling of AL8011/B4C/aloevera composites," Proc. Inst. Mech. Eng. Part B: J. Eng. Manuf., early access, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089241288927 

  4. M. K. Pradhan, "Optimization of geometrical factors for enhanced performance of carbon fiber reinforced polymer cores under transverse loading," Proc. Inst. Mech. Eng. Part C: J. Mech. Eng. Sci., vol. 238, no. 11, 2024. Available: https://doi.org/10.1177/09544062231219323 

  5. A. Kumar, M. K. Pradhan, and R. Das, “Measurement of EDMed surfaces roughness using convolutional neural network,” Proc. Inst. Mech. Eng. Part E: J. Process Mech. Eng., vol. 239, no. 2, pp. 877–887, 2025.
  6. P. Gupta, A. Selot, R. K. Dwivedi, and M. K. Pradhan, “Integration of machine learning in virtual workstations for improved efficiency and productivity in Industry 4.0,” in I-4AM 2024. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Singapore: Springer, 2025.
  7. Sharma, Rajesh, Mohan Kumar Pradhan, and Pankaj Jain. "Fabrication, characterization and optimal selection of aluminium alloy 8011 composites reinforced with B4C-aloe Vera ash." Materials Research Express (2023).
  8. Jaurker, Diksha, and Mohan Kumar Pradhan. "Finite element modelling for electrical discharge machining of Ti-6Al-4V alloy and multi-objective optimisation using response surface modelling." International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling 20.1 (2023): 21-30.
  9. Pradhan, M. K. "Optimisation of EDMed fly ash and rice husk ash reinforced hybrid Al-based composite using improved COPRAS and entropy methods" International Journal of Manufacturing Research 18.2 (2023): 165-189.
  10. Kumar, Amit, and Mohan Kumar Pradhan. "An ANFIS modelling and genetic algorithm-based optimization of through-hole electrical discharge drilling of Inconel-825 alloy." Journal of Materials Research 38.2 (2023): 312-327.
  11. Patel, Rakesh Kumar, and Mohan Kumar Pradhan. "Machining of nickel-based superalloy Inconel 718 using alumina nanofluid in powder mixed electric discharge machining." Materials Research Express (2023).
  12. Pateriya, Ambuj, and Mohan Kumar Pradhan. "Dry sliding wear response of aluminium matrix composites (AMCs): a critical review." Materials Research Express (2023)
  13. Pradhan, M. K., and Amit Kumar. "VK Jain (Ed.) (2014). Introduction to Micromachining, New Delhi, India: Narosa Publishing House. 624 pp. $43.12 (Paperback), ISBN: 978-81-8487-361-0." (2022): 224-227.
  14. Pradhan, Mohan Kumar. "An integrated fuzzy AHP approach for optimization of theory of failures of multi-directional composite laminates." International Journal of Simulation and Process Modelling 18.3 (2022): 181-199.  
  15. Agarwal N., Shrivastava N., Pradhan M.K. (2021) A New Constrained-Based Multiobjective Optimization Method for Electric Discharge Machining. In: Agrawal R., Jain J.K., Yadav V.S., Manupati V.K., Varela L. (eds) Recent Advances in Smart Manufacturing and Materials. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3033-0_42
  16. Kumar A., Pradhan M.K. (2021) Mechanical and Tribological Behavior of Al7075/SiC/WS2 Stir Casting Fabricated Composite with Optimization of EDM Parameters. In: Agrawal R., Jain J.K., Yadav V.S., Manupati V.K., Varela L. (eds) Recent Advances in Smart Manufacturing and Materials. Lecture Notes in Mechanical Engineering. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3033-0_46
  17. Patel, Rakesh Kumar, and M. K. Pradhan. "Decision making on the machining parameters of Electrical Discharge Machined AISI D2 tool steel by AHP and PROMETHEE method." IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering. Vol. 1104. No. 1. IOP Publishing, 2021.
  18. Patel, Rakesh Kumar, and M. K. Pradhan. "Experimental investigation of Aluminum alloy 6061 machining in Powder Mixed EDM." Ilkogretim Online 20.5 (2021).
  19. Pradhan, M. K., et al. "Comparative Aerodynamics Analysis of Maruti Suzuki Alto Models." Advances in Fluid Dynamics. Springer, Singapore, 2021. 589-604.
  20. Pradhan, M. K., and R. K. Patel. "Micro-electro Discharge Machining: Principles and Applications, by Ajay M. Sidpara and Ganesh Malayath." (2020): Volume: 3 issues: 1, page(s): 84-86
  21. Nishant Dhengre, M. K. Pradhan and R. Katarne Study and analysis of WO-CO Turning Tool Using Finite Element Method IOP Conf. Series: Materials Science and Engineering 810 (2020) 012075
  22. Rajput, M. K., and M. K. Pradhan. "Metal Rolling by Computational Method: A Brief Review." Advancement in Mechanical Engineering and Technology 2.3 (2020).
  23. Pradhan, Amar, and M. K. Pradhan. "Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Machinability of High Temperature Ni-Based Super alloy: A REVIEW." Recent Trends in Production Engineering 2.3 (2020).
  24. Agarwal, N., Shrivastava, N. & Pradhan, M. K. Optimization of relative wear ratio during EDM of titanium alloy using advanced techniques, Appl. Sci. (2020) 2: 99. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-019-1877-2
  25. Neeraj Agarwal, Nitin Shrivastava & M. K. Pradhan, EDM parameter optimization on tool wear rate using advanced optimization of titanium alloy", International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development (IJMPERD) ISSN (P): 2249-6890; ISSN (E): 2249-8001 Vol. 9, Issue 4, Aug 2019, 831-838
  26. Neeraj Agarwal, Nitin Shrivastava, M. K. Pradhan, Radial Over Cut Optimization of Titanium Alloy for Electric Discharge Machining using Advanced Optimization Technique – Jaya Algorithm, International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology (IJEAT) ISSN: 2249–8958, Volume-8, Issue-6, August 2019
  27. Agarwal, N., Shrivastava, N., & Pradhan, M. K. Optimization of Surface Roughness Using Jaya Algorithm in EDM. International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, Volume 8, Issue 10, October 2019 
  28. M. K. Pradhan* and Amar Pradhan, Experimental Investigation of Mechanical Properties of High-Temperature Ni-Based Superalloy by Varying the Wt. % of Aluminum, International Journal of Microstructure and Materials Properties, Inderscience, UK, Vol. -13, No.-3/4, pp-213-227, 2018
  29. Agarwal, N., Pradhan, M. K., & Shrivastava, N. (2018). A new multi-response Jaya Algorithm for optimisation of EDM process parameters. Materials Today: Proceedings, 5(11), 23759-23768.
  30. Pradhan, M. K., & Tiwari, A. (2018). Modelling and optimisation of end milling parameters on Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy using TLBO algorithm and TOPSIS algorithm. International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials, 20(6), 513-535.
  31. M. K. Pradhan* and Pankaj Gupta "Fault Detection Using Vibration Signal Analysis of Rolling Element Bearing in Time Domain using an Innovative Time Scalar Indicator" Int. J. of Manufacturing Research (IJMR) Inderscience, UK, Vol-12, No -3, pp-, 2017.
  32. M. K. Pradhan* and S. Tiwati, "Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Electrical Discharge Machining of LM25-RHA Metal Matrix Composite” Int. J. of Machining and Machinability of Materials Special Issue on: Advances in the Machining of Composite Materials III, Inderscience, UK, Vol-19, No - 5, pp-457-482, 2017.
  33. Manish Shukla, Pankaj Agarwal, M. K. Pradhan S.K. Dhaka, "Experimental Investigation of EDM Parameters on Al-LM6/SiC/B4C Hybrid Composites", Applied Mechanics and Materials, Volume-877, Pp:149-156, Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland
  34. Shukla M, Dhakad SK, Agarwal P, M. K. Pradhan. Characteristic behaviour of aluminum metal matrix composites: A review. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2018 Dec 31; 5 (2): 5830-6.
  35. Gangil M, M. K. Pradhan. Optimization of machining parameters of EDM for performance characteristics using RSM and GRA.
  36. Singh G, M.K. Pradhan, Verma A. Multi-Response optimization of injection molding Process parameters to reduce cycle time and warpage. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2018 Dec 31; 5 (2): 8398-405.
  37. Goyal R, M.K. Pradhan. Optimization of Theory of Failures of Multi-directional Composite Laminates: AHP approach. Materials Today: Proceedings. 2018 Dec 31; Volume 5, Issue 2, Part 2, 2018, Pages 6940-6945
  38. M. K. Pradhan* and S. Tiwari, "Effect of rice husk ash on properties of aluminium alloys: A Review" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 486-495
  39. Manish Gangil and M. K. Pradhan, Modeling and optimization of electrical discharge machining process using RSM: A review Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 1752-1761
  40. Atul Tiwari and M. K. Pradhan Applications of TLBO algorithm on various manufacturing processes: A REVIEW" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 1644-1652
  41. Ayush Rathore and M. K. Pradhan "Hybrid Cellulose Bio nanocomposites from banana and jute fibre: A Review of Preparation, Properties and Applications" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 3942-3951
  42. Pankaj Gupta and M. K. Pradhan "Fault detection analysis in rolling element bearing: A review" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 2085-2094
  43. Nayan Chandak, Mayank Yede, Prashant Malviya, M. K. Pradhan "Analysis of railway wheel to study crack initiation due to thermal loading and calculating life cycle" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 2454-24
  44. Manish Gangil, M. K. Pradhan, Rajesh Purohit "Review on modelling and optimization of electrical discharge machining process using modern Techniques" Materials Today: Proceedings, Volume 4, Issue 2, Part A, 2017, Pages 2048-2057
  45. Nigam, P. K; Tenguria, Nitin; M. K. Pradhan; Analysis of horizontal axis wind turbine blade using CFD International Journal of Engineering, Science and Technology 9 2 46-60 2017 MultiCraft Limited.
  46. M. K. Pradhan, Jain, Mohit; Preparation and Testing of Mechanical and Micro-Structural Properties of Nano cellulose Rubber Composite: A brief review Journal on Material Science 5 1 29-40 2017, i-manager’s
  47. Anitha, J., R. Das, and M. K Pradhan*"Multi-Objective Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining Processes Using Artificial Neural Network" Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, - Volume 10 Number 1, March.2016 ISSN 1995-6665 Pages 11- 18.
  48. Prabhat R Kumar, Mohan K Pradhan, Improvement in Mechanical Property of Aluminium Alloy LM-6 Reinforcement with Silicon Carbide and Boron Carbide Particles, Journal on Material Science, Volume: 4 No. 1, Pages: 26-31, Issue : Apr-Jun 2016
  49. Mohan K Pradhan*, “Optimisation of EDM process for MRR, TWR and Radial overcut of D2 steel: A hybrid RSM-GRA and Entropy weight based TOPSIS Approach”, International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IJISE). Inderscience, UK, Vol-23, No - 4, pp-, 2016.
  50. Jain, Mohit, and M. K. Pradhan*. "Morphology and mechanical properties of sisal fiber and nano cellulose green rubber composite: a comparative study. “International Journal of Plastics Technology: Volume: 20, No. 2, Pages: 338-400, 2016
  51. Mohan K Pradhan*, Raja Das, “Application of a general regression neural network for predicting Radial Overcut in Electrical Discharge Machining of AISI D2 Tool Steel”, International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials (IJMMM). Inderscience, UK, Vol-17, No-3/4, pp-355-369, 2015.
  52. Parsuram Sah Turaha Mohan K Pradhan, “Concept on single actuating braking system for two wheeler", Int. Journal of Design and Manufacturing Technologies, Vol.-9, No-1, pp-12-15, January,2015, http://journals-sathyabama.com/archives/dmt/vol9-no1-intl-paper-mech-3.pdf
  53. Ashutosh Mishra, Mohan K Pradhan, Assessment of Theories of Failure For Multi-Directional Composites, Laminates: A Fuzzy-AHP approach, Materials Science Forum Vols. 830-831 (2015) pp 721-726 © (2015) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.830-831.721
  54. Nayan Chandak, Mohan K Pradhan, Lokesh Boriwal “Modelling and Simulation of Temperature and Stress Analysis in TIG Welding Process, Materials Science Forum Vols. 830-831 (2015) pp 294-297 © (2015) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/MSF.830-831.294
  55. Singh, Gurjeet, M. K.Pradhan, and Ajay Verma. "A Review of the Effect of Process Parameters on the Performance of Plastic Injection Molding Process to Control the Warpage in Plastics." Materials Science Forum. Vol. 830. Trans Tech Publications, 2015.
  56. M. K. Pradhan, Mayank Meena, Shubham Sen, Arvind Singh "Multi-Objective Optimization in End Milling of Al 6061 Using Taguchi Based G-PCA" World Academy of Science, Eng. &Technology International Journal of Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Mechatronic & Manufacturing Engineering Vol:9, No:6, 2015
  57. Singh, G., M. K. Pradhan, and A. Verma. "Effect of Injection Moulding Process Parameter on Tensile Strength of Using Taguchi Method." International Journal of Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Mechatronic and Manufacturing Engineering Vol:9, No:10, 2015, pp-1719 -17124
  58. Mohan K Pradhan*, Raja Das, “Application of an ANN Modeling of Radial Overcut in Electrical Discharge Machining”, Journal of Manufacturing Technology Research. Nova Science Publishers, Vol. 7 Issue 1-2, PP-39-52, 2015. Link
  59. J Anitha, R. Das, and M. K Pradhan*, Comparison of Neural Network Learning Algorithms for Prediction of Surface Roughness in EDM, Journal of Mechatronics and Intelligent Manufacturing, Vol. 3, Issue 1-2, 2014. https://www.novapublishers.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=50137
  60. Anitha, J., R. Das, and M. K Pradhan*"Optimization of Surface Roughness in EDM for D2 Steel by RSM-GA Approach." Universal Journal of Mechanical Engineering 2(6): 205-210, 2014, DOI: 10.13189/ujme.2014.020605, http://www.hrpub.org/download/20140701/UJME5-15190027.pdf
  61. Mohan K Pradhan*, “Estimating the effect of Process parameters on surface integrity of EDMed AISI D2 tool steel by response Surface methodology coupled with gray relational analysis”, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Springer, August 2013, Volume 67, Issue 9-12, pp 2051-2062 DOI: 10.1007/s00170-012-4630-1
  62. Mohan K Pradhan, “Estimating the effect of process parameters on MRR, TWR and Radial Overcut of EDMed AISI D2 tool steel by RSM, GRA coupled with PCA”, International Journal of Advanced Manuf. Technology, Springer. September 2013, Volume 68, Issue 1-4, pp 591-605. DOI10.1007/s00170-013-4780-9
  63. Raja Das and Mohan K Pradhan, “ANN Modelling for Surface Roughness in Electrical Discharge Machining: A Comparative Study”, Int. J. of Service and Computing Oriented Manufacturing (IJSCOM) Special Issue on: "Artificial Intelligence for Manufacturing and Engineering", Inderscience Vol-1, Issue 2, Pages 124–140, 2013.
  64. S. K. Majhi, Mohan K Pradhan, Hargovind Soni “Optimization of EDM parameters using an integrated approach of RSM, GRA and entropy method”, International Journal of Applied Research in Mechanical Engineering (IJARME), Interscience Vol-3, Issue 1, Pages 82–87, 2013.ISSN: 2231 –5950
  65. H. Soni, T. K. Mishra, and Mohan K Pradhan, Multi-Response Optimization of EDM Parameters by Grey-PCA Method, International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology, Vol.3, No.5 (December 2013), ISSN 2277- 4106, pp: 1941-1945.
  66. S.K.Majhi, T.K.Mishra, Mohan K Pradhan and H. Soni, Effect of Machining Parameters of AISI D2 Tool Steel on Electro Discharge Machining, International Journal of Current Engineering and Technology, Vol.4, No.1 (Feb.2014), pp: 19-23, ISSN 2277 - 4106,
  67. R. Das, M. K Pradhan, and C Das, "Prediction of surface roughness in Electrical Discharge Machining of SKD 11 TOOL steel using Recurrent Elman Networks" Jordan Journal of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Volume 7 Number 1, December. 2013, ISSN 1995-6665, Pages 67 - 71 http://jjmie.hu.edu.jo/files/vol7n1/9-Paper-modified%20version2013-1%20mod-21-2013.pdf
  68. R. Das, and M. K Pradhan*, 'General Regression Neural Network and Back Propagation Neural Network Modeling for Predicting Radial Overcut in EDM: A Comparative Study'. World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, International Journal of Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial and Mechatronics Engineering, 8(4), 146 - 152. Publications: 2012 - 2013
  69. Mohan K Pradhan*, “Multi-objective optimization of MRR, TWR and Radial Overcut of EDMed AISI D2 tool steel using response surface methodology, grey relational analysis and entropy measurement”, Int. Journal for Manufacturing Science & Production, Vol-12, Issue 1, Pages 51–63, 2012. DOI: 10.1515/jmsp-2012-0004, April 2012
  70. Mohan K Pradhan* & Chandan K. Biswas, “Optimization of Surface integrity Electrical Discharge Machining operations using Response Surface Methodology for EDMed AISI D2 tool steel”, Int. J. Mechatronics and Manufacturing Systems (IJMMS), Spl Issue on: "Electric Discharge-based Multi-scale Machining Processes and Systems", Vol. 5, Nos. 5/6, pp.340–360, 2012. DOI: 10.1504/IJMMS.2012.049967
  71. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, “Modelling and Analysis of Surface crack in EDMed AISI D2 Steel”, Journal of Manufacturing Technology Research, Vol-4, issue 3-4, pp-159-172, 2012 Nova Science Publishers. https://www.novapublishers.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=37096
  72. Mohan K Pradhan*, “Determination of optimal parameters with multi-response characteristics of EDM by response surface methodology, grey relational analysis and principal component analysis, Int. J. Manufacturing Technology and Management (IJMTM), Inderscience, Vol. 26, Nos. 1/2/3/4, pp-56–79, 2012.DOI: 10.1504/IJMTM.2012.051435
  73. Chandan K. Biswas and Mohan K Pradhan, FEM of Residual stress of EDMed Surfaces”, Manufacturing Science and Technology, Advanced Materials Research Vols. 383-390 (2012) pp 872-876, 2011/Nov/22 at www.scientific.net (2012) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. doi:10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.383-390.872.
  74. Mohan K Pradhan*, & C.K. Biswas ‘Effect of process parameters on Surface roughness in EDM of AISI D2 Steel by Response Surface Methodology’, Int. Journal of Precision Technology (IJPTech), Inderscience, UK, Vol. 2, No.1, pp-64-80, DOI-10.1504/IJPTECH. 2011.03811
  75. Mohan K Pradhan* and Raja Das, “Recurrent neural Networks in estimation of MRR in EDM of AISI D2 tool steel”, Proc. IMechE Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacturing Volume 225, Number 3, pp-414-421/ 2011. DOI 10.1177/2041297510394083.
  76. Mohan K Pradhan, and C. K. Biswas, “Response Surface Analysis of EDMed Surfaces of AISI D2 Steel”, Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 264 - 265), Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies II, pp 1960-1965, DOI 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.264-265.1960, Trans Tech Publications Ltd, Laubisrutistr. 24, CH-8712, Stafa-Zuerich, Switzerland. 2011.
  77. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, “Multi-response Optimisation of EDM AISI D2 tool steel using Response Surface Methodology”, International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials (IJMMM). Inderscience, UK, Vol-9, pp- 66-85, 2011. DOI: 10.1504/IJMMM.2011.038161
  78. Mohan K Pradhan*, Raja Das, and Chandan K. Biswas, “Comparisons of neural Network models on surface roughness in Electrical Discharge Machining”, Proc. IMechE, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manuf., Volume 223, Number 7, pp- 801-808/ 2009. DOI: 10.1243/09544054JEM1367
  79. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, “Neuro-fuzzy and Neural Network-based prediction of various responses in Electrical discharge machining of AISI D2 Steel”, International Journal of Advance Manuf. Tech. Springer, Volume 50, pp-591–610/2010, DOI 10.1007/s00170-010-2531-8
  80. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, “Investigations into the effect of process parameters on MRR in EDM of AISI D2 steel by response surface methodology”, Journal of Mechatronics and Intelligent Manufacturing (JoMIM), Vol. 1, Issue No.3-4, Sp. Issue, 2010.
  81. Mohan K Pradhan*, Raja Das, Chandan K. Biswas, “Prediction of Surface Roughness in Electrical Discharge Machining of D2 Steel Using Regression and Artificial Neural Networks Modeling”, Journal of Machining and Forming Technologies (JoMFT), Nova Science Publishers, Vol. 2 Issue 1-2, pp-25-46, 2009.
  82. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, "Neuro-fuzzy model and Regression model a comparison study of MRR in Electrical discharge machining of D2 tool steel”, International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, World Academy of Science Engineering and Technology, Vol-5, pp- 328-333, 2009. http://waset.org/publications/4879/neuro-fuzzy-model-and-regression-model-a-comparison-study-of-mrr-in-electrical-discharge-machining-of-d2-tool-steel
  83. Mohan K Pradhan*, Chandan K. Biswas, "Modeling and Analysis of process parameters on Surface Roughness in EDM of AISI D2 tool Steel by RSM Approach”, International Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, World Academy of Science Engineering and Technology, Vol-5, pp-346-351, 2009. http://waset.org/publications/9361/modeling-and-analysis-of-process-parameters-on-surface-roughness-in-edm-of-aisi-d2-tool-steel-by-rsm-approach
  84. Mohan K Pradhan*, Raja Das, Chandan K. Biswas, “Predictive modeling and analysis of surface roughness in electro-discharge machining of D2 tool steel using regression and neural networks approach”, Int. Journal of Design and Manufacturing Technologies, Vol.-3, No-2, 2009
  85. Mohan K Pradhan*, R. Das and C. K. Biswas, “Prediction of Material Removal Rate using Recurrent Elman Networks in Electrical Discharge Machining of AISI D2 tool steel”, Int. Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Industrial Engineering (IJMTIE)1(1) June 2010, pp. 29-37
  86. Mohan K Pradhan*, and C. K. Biswas, “Investigating the effect of machining parameters on EDMed components An RSM approach”, International Journal of Mechanical Engg, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia. Vol. 7, No-1 pp.47-64, 2010.

 

 

Publications in International Conferences 

 

  1. P. Yadav, M. K. Pradhan, V. Gaharwal & S. Mahana, Machine Learning-Driven Regression Modelling and RSM-Based Experimental Analysis, Proceedings of IMECE-INDIA 2025 (ASME), Paper No. IMECE-INDIA2025-161108 — under indexing submission.
  2. S. Mahana & M. K. Pradhan, Optimization of Micro-Milling Parameters for Python Skin-Inspired Biomimetic Micro-Textures: An Experimental Study, Proceedings of IMECE-INDIA 2025 (ASME), Paper No. IMECE-INDIA2025-160738 — under indexing submission.
  3. Vivek Gaharwal and M. K. Pradhan, Performance Optimization and Predictive Modeling of EDM Process using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques 2nd International Conference On Advancements In Materials, Manufacturing & Automation (AMMA 2025), held on 02-03 April 2025 at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 

  1. Surabhi Mahana and M. K. Pradhan, Applications of Deep Hole Drilling Using Micro EDM: A state-of-art, 3rd International Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Technology, ICAMMT- 2024, MANIT Bhopal, India 2024, 17-20th Dec. 2024

  2. Amit Kumar, S Kumar & M. K. Pradhan, Performance Enhancement through Slotted Tool in Rotary Tool Electrical Discharge Machining Process, 1st International Conference On New Product Development and Smart Manufacturing NPDSM - 2024 December 19th - 20th, 2024  Department of Mechanical Engineering & Centre of Excellence in Product Design and Smart Manufacturing. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal - 462003, MP, India

  3. Saurabh Jain, M. K. Pradhan, Sudhanshu Kumar, Amit Kumar, Design and Structural Analysis of Composite Oil Pan with limited boundary conditions, 1st International Conference On New Product Development and Smart Manufacturing NPDSM - 2024 December 19th - 20th, 2024  Department of Mechanical Engineering & Centre of Excellence in Product Design and Smart Manufacturing. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal - 462003

  4. Amit Kumar, M. K. Pradhan, Sudhanshu Kumar, Saurabh Jain, EDM Parametric Optimization and Investigation of Properties of LM25-RHA Composites, 1st International Conference On New Product Development and Smart Manufacturing NPDSM - 2024 December 19th - 20th, 2024  Department of Mechanical Engineering & Centre of Excellence in Product Design and Smart Manufacturing. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal - 462003 

  5. Saurabh Jain, Sudhanshu Kumar and M. K. Pradhan, Tool Wear Compensation Strategies in Micro Electro Discharge Drilling Process: A Critical Review, 1st International Conference On New Product Development and Smart Manufacturing NPDSM - 2024 December 19th - 20th, 2024  Department of Mechanical Engineering & Centre of Excellence in Product Design and Smart Manufacturing. Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal - 462003 

  6. Prateek Gupta, A. Selot, R. K. Dwivedi, and Mohan K. Pradhan, Integration of Machine Learning in Virtual Workstations for Improved Efficiency and Productivity in Industry 4.0, 3rd International Conference on Industry 4.0 and Advanced Manufacturing 11-12 January 2024 Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru 

  7. Jaurker, Diksha and Pradhan, M. K Process Simulation of Electrical Discharge Machining: A Review, M.K. First International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering & Material Science (ICAMEMS-2022, 22nd – 24th January 2022), Organized by School of Mechanical Engineering VIT-AP University, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, India

  8. Gill, Deepansh and Pradhan, M. K., A Review on Advances in Friction Welding of Dissimilar Metals First International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering & Material Science (ICAMEMS-2022, 22nd– 24th January 2022), Organized by School of Mechanical Engineering VIT-AP University, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, India

  9. Rajesh Sharma, M. K. Pradhan Pankaj Jaina Optimal selection of an AA8011 reinforced nano Si3N4 composite using multi-criteria decision-making method,  First International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering & Material Science (ICAMEMS-2022, 22nd – 24th January 2022), Organized by School of Mechanical Engineering VIT-AP University, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, India

  10. Amit Kumar and M. K. Pradhan, Title: Mechanical and Tribological Behaviour Of Al7075/Sic/Ws2 Composite With Optimization of EDM Parameters, International Conference on Evolution in Manufacturing (ICEM 2020), Department of Mechanical Engineering Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India
  11. Amit Kumar M K Pradhan EDM Process Optimization of Machining Parameters for Through-Hole Making on HCHCR AISI-D7 Steel Using RSM, International Conference on Advancement in Materials, Manufacturing and Energy Engineering- ICAMME 2021, MANIT, Bhopal. 18-20, Feb-2021
  12. Amit Kumar M K Pradhan Optimization of EDM parameters using MOGA and investigation of mechanical and tribological properties of LM25-RHA composites International Conference on Recent Development on Materials, Reliability, Safety and Environmental Issues, IMRSE– 2021, DR B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar. 25-27, June 2021
  13. Ambuj Pateriya N.D. Mittal M.K. Pradhan, Identification of lubricant contamination in journal bearings using vibration signature analysis, International Conference on Advancement in Materials, Manufacturing and Energy Engineering, National Institute of Technology-Bhopal, India, ICAMME 2021, MANIT, Bhopal. 18-20, Feb-2021
  14. Rajesh Sharma M. K. Pradhan Pankaj Jain A review on tribo-mechanical behaviors and corrosion performance of AA8000 based composites International Conference on Advancement in Materials, Manufacturing and Energy Engineering- ICAMME 2021, MANIT, Bhopal. 18-20, Feb-2021,
  15. Rakesh Kumar Patel M. K. Pradhan Powder Mixed Electrical Discharge Machining of EN 31 Steel, souvenir of International Conference on Advancement in Materials, Manufacturing and Energy Engineering- ICAMME 2021, MANIT, Bhopal. 18-20, Feb-2021,
  16. Agarwal, Neeraj, Nitin Shrivastava, and M. K. Pradhan. "Ananya Algorithm: A Simple and New Optimization Algorithm for Engineering Optimization." souvenir of 4th Biennial International Conference on Nascent Technologies in Engineering (ICNTE). IEEE, 2021.
  17.  Agarwal N., Shrivastava N., Pradhan M. K. (2021) A New Constrained-Based Multiobjective Optimization Method for Electric Discharge Machining. proceedings of the International Conference on Evolution in Manufacturing (ICEM 2020), Department of Mechanical Engineering Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, India
  18. Rakesh Kumar Patel and M. K. Pradhan, Process Parameters Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining of Al7075/SiC/WS2 by using MCDM, souvenir of 2nd International Conference on Computational Methods in Manufacturing ICCMM 2019 March 8-9, 2019 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India
  19. Vipin Dahiya, M. K. Pradhan, R. K. Patel, Optimization of EDM Parameters on LM6 Silicon Carbide Boron Carbide Hybrid Composite Using Taguchi Based Multi-MOORA Method, National Conference on National Conference on Recent Advances In Manufacturing Technologies, Gargi Memorial Institute of Technology, Kolkata April 5th - 6th, 2019 In Association with The Indian Institute of Welding
  20. Ajay Pratap Singh, M. K Pradhan, R. K. Patel, Analysis Of Tribological Behavior Of Aluminum Alloy And Their Hybrid Composites National Conference on National Conference on Recent Advances In Manufacturing Technologies, Gargi Memorial Institute of Technology, Kolkata April 5th - 6th, 2019 In Association with The Indian Institute of Welding
  21. Rakesh Kumar Patel and M. K. Pradhan, Process Parameters Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining of Al7075/SiC/WS2 by using MCDM, souvenir of 2nd International Conference on Computational Methods in Manufacturing ICCMM 2019, March 8-9, 2019 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, India
  22. M. K. Pradhan, Jai Kumar Verma, Suyash Kumar Jain, Kunal, Himal Pariyar, Raja Das. Comparative Aerodynamics Analysis of Maruti Suzuki Alto Models, International Conference on Applications of Fluid Dynamics (ICAFD), Emerging Trends in Applied Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering, December 13-15, 2018, VIT, Vellore
  23. Y.K. Sahu and M. K. Pradhan, Modelling and Simulation of Deep Drawing Process of Circular Cup on AL1200 using Finite Element Analysis, 7th International and 28th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research Conference 2018 (AIMTDR 2018)
  24. Manish Shukla et al. and M. K. Pradhan" "Characteristic Behaviour of Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites: A Review" 7th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 17-19 March 2017, ICMPC SOUVENIR organised by GRIET, Hydrabad.pp-174
  25. Rahul Goyal, and M. K. Pradhan, “Optimization of Theory of Failures of Multi-directional Composite Laminates: AHP approach” Souvenir of International Conference on Emerging Trends in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, March 10-12, 2017 organized by the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, NIT, Tiruchirappalli, India
  26. Manish Gangil, and M. K. Pradhan, “Optimization the machining parameters by using VIKOR Method during EDM process of Titanium alloy” Souvenir of International Conference on Emerging Trends in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, March 10-12, 2017 organized by the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, NIT, Tiruchirappalli, India
  27. Gurjeet Singh, and M. K. Pradhan, “Multi Response optimization of injection moulding Process parameter for reducing cycle time and warpage” Souvenir of International Conference on Emerging Trends in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering, March 10-12, 2017 organized by the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, NIT, Tiruchirappalli, India
  28. Manish Gangil, and M. K. Pradhan, “Electrical Discharge Machining of (Ti–6Al–4v) using RSM” 6th International and 27th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR 2016), DECEMBER 16-18, 2016. pp-150-154, College of Engineering, Pune
  29. M. K. Pradhan, Manish Gangil, Prabhat Ranjan Kumar, “Application of MCDM for optimization of EDM of LM 6 Silicon Carbide Boron Carbide hybrid composite” 6th International and 27th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR 2016), Dec. 16-18, 2016. pp-557-562 College Of Engineering, PUNE
  30. Manish Gangil, M.K. Pradhan and R. Purohit" "Review on modelling and optimization Electrical discharge machining process using modern Techniques “Souvenir of 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC SOUVENIR organised by GRIET, Hyderabad. pp-89.
  31. Nayan Chandak, Mayank Yede, Prashant Malviya, M.K. Pradhan “Analysis of railway wheel to study crack initiation due to thermal loading and calculating life cycle” Soviner of 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC SOUVENIR organised by GRIET, Hydrabad.pp-124
  32. Atul Tiwari, and M.K. Pradhan” Applications of TLBO algorithm on various manufacturing process processes: A Review, 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC SOUVENIR organised by GRIET, Hydrabad.pp-84.
  33. Manish Gangil and M.K. Pradhan" "Modeling and optimization of electrical discharge machining process using RSM: A Review" 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC souvenir organised by GRIET, Hydrabad.pp-104
  34. Ayush Rathore and M.K. Pradhan, “Hybrid cellulose, bio-nano-composites from banana and jute fibre: A review of preparation, properties and applications, 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC SOUVENIR organised by GRIET, Hydrabad.pp-195
  35. Pankaj Gupta, and M. K. Pradhan” “Fault detection analysis in rolling element bearing: A review, 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC SOUVENIR organized by GRIET, Hyderabad. pp-105 
  36. Srikant Tiwari, and M. K. Pradhan “Effect of rice husk ash on properties of aluminium alloys: A Review”, 5th International Conference of Materials Processing and Characterization, (ICMPC 2016), during 12-13 March 2016, ICMPC souvenir organized by GRIET, Hyderabad. pp-22 
  37. Ashutosh Mishra, M. K. Pradhan, Parwez Alam, Optimization of Process-based Transformer Industry using Hybridization of Fuzzy-AHP and DEA by Improvement Heuristic ‘CRAFT’ 57th National Convention of Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering & 3rd International Conference on Industrial Engineering ICIE 2015, 619, during Nov. 26–28, 2015, Organized by Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering (IIIE), NHQ- Mumbai Hosted by Indian Institution of Industrial Engineering (IIIE), Surat Chapter S. V. National Institute of Technology, Surat.
  38. Ashutosh Mishra, M. K. Pradhan, Supriya Kabra Assessment of Theories of Failure for Multi-directional Composites, Laminates: A Fuzzy-AHP approach, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Processes for Strategic Sectors-2015 (ICAMPS-2015) " during 13-15th May 2015, Kovalam, Trivandrum, India, Chapter 7: Ceramics and Composites, topic-95, pp-402-405,2015
  39. Nayan Chandak, M. K. Pradhan, Lokesh Boriwal “Modelling and Simulation of Temperature and Stress Analysis in TIG Welding Process, International Conference on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Processes for Strategic Sectors-2015 (ICAMPS-2015) " during 13-15th May 2015, Kovalam, Trivandrum, India, Chapter 6: Materials Joining, topic-95, pp-368-37, 2015.
  40. M. K. Pradhan, Mayank Meena, Shubham Sen, Arvind Singh, Multi-objective optimization of End Milling parameters on Al 6061 using Taguchi based G-PCA, recent advancements in manufacturing technologies, (RAMPT), during 10th and 11th April 2015, RSR-RCET, Bhlai. Chhatishgarh.
  41. Parsuram Sah Turaha, M. K. Pradhan, Concept on Single Actuating Braking System for Two-Wheeler International Conference on "Industrial Mechanical and Production Engineering: Advancements and Current Trends" during November 27-29, Vol -1, pp-291-296, 2014.
  42. Rishi Kumar, M. K. Pradhan, Rajesh Kumar, " Modeling and Optimization of milling parameters on Al6061 alloy using genetic algorithm" Proceedings of the 5th International & 26th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, IIT, India. Vol -1, pp-89.1-89.6, 2014.
  43. Rajesh Kumar, M. K. Pradhan, Rishi Kumar, "Modeling and optimization of end milling parameters on aluminium 6061 alloys using GRA based Taguchi method coupled with PCA " Proceedings of the 5th International & 26th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, IIT Guwahati, India. Vol -1, pp-90.1-90.6, 2014.
  44. Ashish Chauhan, Mohan K Pradhan, "Selection of Non-Conventional Manufacturing process: A Combine TOPSIS-AHP Approach Proceedings of the 5th International & 26th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, IIT Guwahati, India. Vol -1, pp-99.1-99.6, 2014.http://www.iitg.ernet.in/aimtdr2014/PROCEEDINGS/papers/99.pdf
  45. Rishi Kumar, J K Nath, Mohan K Pradhan, Analysis of Laminated Composite Using MATLAB” Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp-9-17, 2014.
  46. Avinash Chaudhury; Mohan K Pradhan Finite Element Analysis of Electro Discharge Machining Using ANSYS, Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp-18-26, 2014.
  47. S. Paudel, Madhur Pahuja, Nitish Upadhyay Basant Gupta Nirmal Deo and Mohan K Pradhan, Finite Model Analysis, Simulation and Optimization of Rake Angle in Slab Milling Cutter Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp- 118-125, 2014
  48. Sagar Paudel, Mr. Gaurav Dwivedi and Mohan K Pradhan, “Design of dual tension cable technology: an Innovative braking system in tricycle “, Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp- 66-71, 2014
  49. Sanjay K Majhi; Mohan K Pradhan; Hargovind Soni, Investigation of Optimal Parameters of EDM Process Using Grey-PCA Analysis Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp- 334-342, 2014
  50. Varun Namdev, Alok Kumar Singh, Pushpendra Patidar, Mohan K Pradhan, Multi-Criteria Decision Making for Optimization of Process Parameters In EDM” Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol.-1, pp- 343-350, 2014
  51. J. Anitha, Raja Das, Mohan K Pradhan, Optimization of Surface Roughness in EDM for D2 Steel by RSM-GA Approach, Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, 2014, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, India.
  52. J. Anitha, R Das, Mohan K Pradhan, Performance Comparison of Neural network Training Algorithms in the modeling of Surface Roughness in EDM” Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, 2014 on the campus of Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal, India.
  53. Hargovind Soni, Mohan K Pradhan, Sanjay Kumar Majhi, The influence of EDM parameters on SR, MRR, ROC using the Gray - Entropy approach on P-20 steel, Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -1, pp- 326-333, 2014
  54. Josy George, M. K. Pradhan, “Supplier Performance Evaluation: A Case Study” Proc. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability" during January 29-31, Vol -2, pp- 628-635, 2014.
  55. Sanjay K. Majhi, Mohan K Pradhan, Hargovind Soni, “Application of integrated RSM-GREY-Entropy Analysis for Optimization of EDM parameters” Proc. of International Conference on Advanced Research in Mechanical Engineering, 21st April-2013, Coimbatore, India.
  56. Mohan K Pradhan “Optimization of MRR, TWR and Surface Roughness of EDMed D2 Steel using an integrated approach of RSM, GRA and Entropy Measurement Method” Proc. of, IEEE -International Conference on Energy-Efficient Technologies for Sustainability (ICEETS 2013), 10th - 12th of April 2013 at St. Xavier’s Catholic College of Engineering, Nagercoil, TN, India.
  57. Hargovind Soni, Mohan K Pradhan, Sanjay Kumar Majhi, Tribhuwan Mishra “Multi-response optimization of EDM using gray-PCA Approach” Proc. International Conference on Emerging Materials Technology, ICEMT 2013 8-10th April 2013 at Gyan Ganga Institute of Technology & Sciences, Jabalpur (M.P.), India,
  58. Mohan K Pradhan “Process Simulation, Modelling and estimation of Temperature and residual Stresses Electrical Discharge Machining of AISI D2 steel” Proc. of, International Simulation Conference of India (ISCI ) 2nd-4th Feb 2012 at Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB), India.
  59. Mohan K Pradhan “Modeling and Optimization of Electrical Discharge Machining variables using RSM coupled with GRA and PCA” Proceedings of National Conference on Emerging Trend & Its Application in Engineering (NCETAE 2011), 26-28 Dec. 2011, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology Sarang, Odisha.
  60. Chandan K. Biswas and Mohan K Pradhan, FEM of Residual stress of EDMed Surfaces”, International Conference on Manufacturing Science and Technology-ICMST 2011, September 16-18, 2011, in Singapore.
  61. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas “Evaluation of the effect of process parameters on various stresses in EDMed AISI D2 tool Steel components”, Proceedings of the 3rd International & 24th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, AU College of Engineering, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India. Vol -2, pp-1153-1158, 2010.
  62. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas “Influence of Process Parameters on Surface Crack in EDM of AISI D2 Steel: A RSM Approach”, Proceedings of the 3rd International & 24th All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research (AIMTDR) Conference, AU College of Engineering, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India. Vol.-3, pp-1-6 2010.
  63. Mohan K Pradhan “Estimation of effect of process parameters on temperature, thermal and Residual stresses on EDMed AISI D2 steel components” Proc. of 2nd International Conference on Production and Industrial Engineering CPIE-2010, Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar, India, Dec.3–5, vol.-1, pp 657-661, 2010.
  64. Mohan K Pradhan “Modeling and Simulation of Thermal Stress in Electrical Discharge Machining Process” Proceedings 4th International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering, S.V.N.I.T, Surat, India, September 23 – 25, volume-1, pp 360-364, 2010.
  65. Mohan K Pradhan and C. K. Biswas, "Response surface analysis of EDMed surfaces of AISI D2 steel" Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies (AMPT-2009), Faculty of Engineering International Islamic University Malaysia Jalan Gombak, Kuala Lumpur, 53100, Malaysia 26-29th October 2009.
  66. Mohan K Pradhan and Chandan K. Biswas, “Modeling and analysis of process parameters on Surface Roughness in EDM of AISI D2 tool Steel by RSM Approach, International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering 2009 (ICAME 2009), Shah alum, Malaysia, 24-25th June, 2009
  67. Raja Das, Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas, “Prediction of Material Removal Rate using Recurrent Elman Networks in Electrical Discharge Machining of D2 steel” Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME), S.V.N.I.T, Surat, India, August 3-5, volume-1, pp 899-903,2009
  68. Raja Das, Mohan K Pradhan, “Comparison of regression and feedforward network models for surface roughness prediction with EDMed surface “International Conference on Emerging & Futuristic System and Technology, (ICE-FST’09) (April 09 -11, 2009)
  69. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas, “Influence of process parameters on Surface Roughness in EDM of AISI D2 Steel: a RSM Approach, “International Conference on Emerging Research & Advances in Mechanical Engineering ERA, Velammal Engineering College, Chennai, India, vol. -1, pp 709-714, 2009.
  70. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas “Neuro-fuzzy model on Material Removal Rate in Electrical discharge machining in AISI D2 steel”, Proceedings of the 2nd International & 23rd All India Manufacturing Technology, Design and Research Conference (AIMTDR) Conference, IIT Madras, India volume -1, pp 469-474, 2008.
  71. Mohan K Pradhan, C.K. Biswas “Influence of process parameters on MRR in EDM of AISI D2 Steel: a RSM approach” Proceedings of the International Conference on Advances in Mechanical Engineering (ICAME), S.V.N.I.T., Surat, India volume 1, pp 872-877,2008.
  72. Mohan K Pradhan, R. Das, C. K. Biswas “Predictive Modeling of surface roughness in Electrical Discharge Machining using neural networks: Comparison study”, Proc.of the International Conference on Fascinating Advancement in Mechanical Engineering, MS Engg College, Sivakasi, India, vol. -1 , pp 7-13, 2008
  73. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas “Modelling of machining parameters for MRR in EDM using response surface methodology” Proceedings of the National Conference on Mechanism Science and Technology: from Theory to Application, NIT, Hamirpur, India, volume-1, pp- 535-542,2008.
  74. Mohan K Pradhan, Chandan K. Biswas, “Modeling of Residual Stresses of EDMed AISI 4140 Steel”, Proceedings of the International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials, Processing and Characterization (RAM), V.R.S. Engineering College, Vijayawada, India, volume -1, pp 49-55, 2008
  75. M K Pradhan, and J. P. Bhol, “Trends and Perspectives In Industrial Maintenance Management”, Technical Proceedings of the National Symposium on Recent Developments in Industrial Maintenance Management, S.I.E.T, Dhenkanal, India, volume-1, pp 27-36, 2006.
  76. M K Pradhan, “Application of Internet Technologies in The Field of Industrial Maintenance Management”, National symposium on Recent Developments in industrial Maintenance Management, S.I.E.T, Dhenkanal, India, volume-1, pp 117-123, 2006.
Other Info.

He has over 28 years of teaching and research experience in manufacturing. He has advised over 85 graduates, 46 post-graduate and Seven PhD students. His research interests include manufacturing, additive manufacturing, smart   non-traditional machining, metrology, micromachining, hybrid machining, and process modelling and optimization. He has more than 66 refereed publications and nearly 60 technically edited papers, which were published in conference proceedings, authored one book edited two books, five conference proceedings and five journals as guest editor authored ten book chapters. He is charted engineer, life fellow of IIPE and life member of ISTE, IACSIT, IAENG and FIE (I). He has been consecutively recognized among the Top 2% of Scientists Worldwide from 2021 to 2025, as compiled by a team of researchers at Stanford University, USA. The recognition is based on a standardized bibliometric assessment using Elsevier's Scopus database, where researchers are evaluated through a composite citation indicator (c-score) that measures citation impact, research productivity, and authorship contribution. The database includes two complementary rankings: Career-Long Impact, reflecting cumulative scientific influence over a researcher's career, and Single-Year Impact, recognizing research performance and citation impact in a specific calendar year.

 

 

 

Resource Person at an FDP/STTP/Workshop:

  1. Delivered an Expert Lecture on “EDM Machining Process: Principles, Operation, and Industrial Applications” during the Training of Trainers (ToT) Program for Skill Development Training Programme (SDTP) with Job Role “Machine Operator – Tool room,” conducted from 03rd to 09th December 2025, organized by CIPET: Institute of Plastics Technology (IPT), Raipur.
  2. Delivered an Expert Lecture on “Quality Assurance and Digital Process Control in Additive Manufacturing” on 17th October 2025, in the Two-Week Online Refresher Course on “Robotics and Additive Manufacturing” organized by the UGC–Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH).
  3. Delivered an expert lecture on "Micro-Manufacturing: The Role of Micro-EDM in Custom Product Development" on 16th January 2024 in the AICTE ATAL-Academy FDP organized by CIPET, Korba, from 13th–18th January 2024.
  4. Delivered an expert lecture on "Optimization Techniques in Advanced Manufacturing Processes: A Case Study" in the AICTE ATAL Academy-sponsored Online 6-Day FDP on "Advanced Materials Processing, Characterization, and Optimization Techniques", organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIST University, Berhampur, Odisha, from 6th–11th January 2025.
  5. Delivered an expert lecture on "Quality Control in Additive Manufacturing" in the AICTE ATAL Academy-sponsored FDP on "3D-Printing & Design", organized by CIPET, Chandrapur, from 25th–30th November 2024.
  6. Delivered an expert lecture on "Additive Manufacturing Technologies – An Overview" on 2nd March 2024 in the Online Refresher Course on "ROBOTICS", organized by UGC-MMTTC, JNTUH, Hyderabad.
  7. Delivered an expert lecture on "Design of Experiments in Manufacturing Applications" on 29th February 2024 in the Online Refresher Course on "ROBOTICS", organized by UGC-MMTTC, JNTUH, Hyderabad.
  8. Delivered an invited talk on "Industry 4.0: Manufacturing in the Digital Era" in the AICTE Margdarshan-sponsored FDP on "Industry 4.0: Opportunities & Challenges", held online from 20th–24th September 2022.
  9. Delivered an expert talk on "Design of Experiments in Manufacturing Environment" in a webinar held on 16th June 2021 at SIRI, Sagar Group of Institutions, Bhopal.
  10. Delivered a keynote session in SAGE Summer School on 14th June 2021 titled "Introduction to Design of Experiments".
  11. Delivered a webinar on "Manufacturing: Issues and Challenges" on 23rd April 2020, organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sagar Group of Institutions, Bhopal.
  12. Delivered an expert lecture on "Manufacturing Process: Issues and Challenges" on 7th March 2021 in the workshop "Futuristic Techniques in Maintenance and Manufacturing Systems (FTMMS-2021)" at MANIT, Bhopal.
  13. Delivered an expert lecture on "Manufacturing Issues and Challenges" on 27th November 2020 in the workshop FTMMS-2020, organized by MANIT, Bhopal.
  14. Delivered a webinar on "Composites: Applications and Research Scope" on 21st March 2020 in a TEQIP-III workshop by RGPV and SIRT-E, Bhopal.
  15. Delivered a keynote on "Design of Experiments for Manufacturing Systems" on 6th March 2020 in an FDP at S. V. Polytechnic College, Bhopal.
  16. Delivered a lecture on "Design of Experiments in Composite Materials: An Overview" in an FDP on "Composite Materials" from 23rd–25th January 2020, organized by Truba Institute, Bhopal.
  17. Delivered a keynote on "Robotics & Automation: An Overview" in an FDP at SAGE University, Indore, under E&ICT Academy, IIITDM Jabalpur, from 13th–17th January 2020.
  18. Delivered a lecture on "Design of Experiments: An Overview" in a workshop on Scientific and Technological Writing Skills on 20th January 2020, organized by the Dept. of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, MANIT Bhopal.
  19. Delivered a session on "Manufacturing in Product Design: Issues and Challenges" in an FDP organized by Electronics and ICT Academy, IIITDMJ from 3rd–8th January 2017.
  20. Delivered a lecture on "Design of Experiments in Manufacturing Environment" in a self-sponsored STTP on Research Oriented Training on CNC Machines from 14th–18th December 2017.
  21. Delivered a lecture in the ISTE-AICTE STTP on Recent Developments in Non-Conventional Machining Processes from 9th–14th June 2008 at SEC, Sundergarh, Odisha.
  22. Delivered an expert lecture on "Cellular Manufacturing Systems" in 2012 at NITTTR, Bhopal.
  23. Delivered an expert lecture on "Flexible Manufacturing System" in 2012 at NITTTR, Bhopal.

Conferences Organized

  1. Organizing International Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Technology, AMMT-2022, November 22–26, 2022, Organized by Department of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering in Association with Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science & Engineering, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Bhopal-462003 (M.P.), (An Institute of National Importance), Role: Organizing Secretary

  2. International Conference on "Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineering: Advancements and Current Trends", November 27–29, 2014. Co-sponsored by TEQIP-II, DST, CSIR, MPCST, and BHEL. Organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal – 462051, India. Role: Coordinator.
  3. Short Term Training Programme on "Recent Advancements in Product Innovations and Design (RAPID-2014)", February 17–21, 2014. Co-sponsored by TEQIP Phase II. Role: Coordinator.
  4. 1st International Conference on "Mechanical Engineering: Emerging Trends for Sustainability", January 29–31, 2014, organized at MANIT, Bhopal. Role: Joint Organizing Secretary.
  5. One-Day National Workshop on "Smart Cities – Their Influence on Rural Development", October 13, 2016. Co-sponsored by TEQIP Phase II. Organized by Institute Industry Interaction Cell, MANIT ROLTA Incubation Centre, and Confederation of Indian Industry, Bhopal. Role: Coordinator.

National Symposium on "Recent Developments in Industrial Maintenance Management", April 22, 2006, at  SIET Dhenkanal, Bhopal. Role: Coordinator.

 

STTP / FDP Organized

  1.  Workshop on CNC Milling Operation and Programming (CNCMOP2024) (Self-sponsored) during September 9th -14th, 2024 Organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Raipur – 492010, India (An Institute of National Importance, under MHRD, Govt. of India.

  2. Workshop on CNC Turning Operation and Programming (CNCTOP2024) (Self-sponsored) during August 19th – 24th, 2024 Organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Raipur – 492010, India (An Institute of National Importance, under MHRD, Govt. of India

  3. One-Week Short Term Training Programme on "Research Oriented Training on CNC Machines", December 14–18, 2017. Self-sponsored. Organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, MANIT, Bhopal – 462003. Role: Coordinator.
  4. Six-Day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Advances in Product Design and Manufacturing (APDM)", January 3–8, 2017. Supported by Electronics and ICT Academy, IIITDM Jabalpur, under the Ministry of Communications and IT, Govt. of India. Organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, MANIT, Bhopal – 462003. Role: Coordinator.
  5. One-Week STTP on "Recent Advancements in Product Innovations and Design (RAPID-2014)", February 17–21, 2014. Role: Coordinator.
  6. Five-Day Workshop on "Computational and Experimental Methods in Manufacturing (CEMM 2021)", February 22–26, 2021. Self-sponsored. Organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, MANIT, Bhopal – 462003. Role: Coordinator.

Awards:

  • Best Paper Award in the 2nd International Conference on Advancements in Materials, Manufacturing & Automation (AMMA 2025) for the paper titled "Performance Optimization and Predictive Modeling of EDM Process Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques," held on 2–3 April 2025 at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

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