Dr. Supreeth S | Mechanical Engineering | Excellence in Research

🎓 Education 

💼 Experience 

Dr. Supreeth S currently serves as an Assistant Professor at East West Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. He has over five years of dedicated research experience, primarily gained at Dr. AIT, Bengaluru, where he worked as a Project Assistant under the KSTePS/VGST research grant. His research exposure includes biodiesel testing, twin-cylinder engine performance, ball milling, composite development, brush seals, and thrust foil bearings. He completed a six-month internship at Dhio Research and Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, enhancing his practical knowledge in mechanical R&D. His teaching is complemented by strong research output and contributions to technical education through books, patent filings, and conference presentations. He has delivered talks and participated in FDPs, workshops, and national seminars. His dynamic career blends academic instruction, innovative research, and real-world engineering practice, making him an asset to both students and the broader scientific community.

🏆 Awards and Honors 

Dr. Supreeth S has received several prestigious awards and honors throughout his academic and professional career. He was conferred the Rashtrapathi Puraskar (President’s Award) by the President of India in 2010 for excellence in scouting. He ranked first and was awarded the Gold Medal in his M.Tech. batch (2016–18). He was a consistent topper during his B.E., securing top ranks across semesters. His research has earned him the Best Paper Award at SME 2021 and the Best Researcher Award by CPACE in 2021. He received the Young Researcher Award from SRA Global Awards in 2024 and the Ravikiran Bhodhaka Puraskar in 2025 for outstanding contributions in teaching and research. Additionally, he has secured fellowships and scholarships from TEQIP and Gubbi Thotadappa Charities. He serves as a reviewer for multiple Scopus-indexed journals, including Tribology in Industry and Applied Science and Engineering Progress, reflecting his research credibility and scholarly influence.

🔬 Research Focus 

Dr. Supreeth S’s research is centered on the design, development, and performance optimization of foil thrust bearings, with a broader interest in tribology, composite materials, and energy-efficient systems. His work includes both experimental and computational studies on gas-lubricated foil bearings with varying configurations to improve load capacity, thermal stability, and vibration response. He also explores hybrid composites using agricultural waste like rice husk and chicken feathers combined with advanced fillers such as aluminum nitride to enhance thermal and mechanical behavior. His interdisciplinary approach integrates CFD simulations, ANSYS-based modeling, and real-world testing. He has published extensively in Scopus/WoS-indexed journals (Q2 to Q4) and regularly presents at international mechanical engineering conferences. Additionally, his patent on a neural-interface-based robotic prosthetic limb highlights his focus on biomedical applications. His long-term goal is to develop sustainable, cost-effective, and intelligent mechanical systems for aerospace, energy, and healthcare industries.