R. Ganesh

R. Ganesh

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Indian Insitute of Technology, Bombay
Office: S25, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering
E-mail: ganeshr [AT] iitb [dot] ac [dot]in
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Introduction

I lead the Dynamics of Flexible Structures (DoFS) Lab, where we explore the static and dynamic response of flexible, nonlinear mechanical structures. The goal of this research is to leverage these mechanical structures as building blocks to realize multifunctional metamaterials (architected structures) that can exhibit unconventional mechanical properties (such as negative Poisson's ratio, elastodynamic cloaking) seldom observed in naturally-occurring materials. These architected structures are pertinent for classical engineering applications such as vibration mitigation and energy harvesting, as well as for modern day innovations such as wearable electronics and soft robotics.
To achieve these goals, we employ a combination of analytical, computational, and experimental techniques. More details about my current, and past research topics are available in the Research tab.

Current Openings

Institute Postdoctoral Fellow Link

  • Candidates interested in pursuing research related to dynamics of flexible structures can contact me with their CV to discuss possibilities for applying for this position.

Note for External Summer/Winter Interns (outside IITB)

  • In general, I do not have openings for short internships (2-3 months duration). I do recruit interns through the IITB 6-month research internship program, which typically is announced during the month of August. Please consider applying for the same if you are interested. See Link for more details.

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Academic Background

  • PhD, University of Minnesota, USA (2011-2015).

  • M.Tech, Computational Science, Indian Institue of Science, India (2007-2009)

  • B.E, Mechanical Engineering, Sathyabama University, India (2003-2007)

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IIT Bombay (Mar 2021 - )

  • R&D Mechanical Engineer, Halliburton Energy Services (Oct 2017 - Feb 2021)

  • Postdoctoral Associate, University of Minnesota (Jan 2016 - Sept 2017)

  • Project Associate, Indian Insitute of Science (Aug 2009 - June 2011)