Ravi Sekhar

@sitpune.edu.in

Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune, Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, India

Ravi Sekhar was born in New Delhi, India in 1983. He received B.Tech. in Production Engineering (2006) and M.Tech. in CAD CAM (2012) from Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune, Maharashtra, India. He received Ph.D. degree from Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune, India in 2021. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune. His area of research is metal matrix composites, bolted joint design, system identification and control of mechanical systems. He has more than 13 years of industry and academic experience. He has published 34 research papers in reputed journals such as Journal of Materials Research \& Technology, Particulate Science and Technology, Engineering Letters and more. He reviews articles for Silicon, Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology, Journal of Materials Research and Technology and IEEE Access.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. (machining of composite materials), M.Tech. (CAD/CAM), B.Tech. (Production Engineering)

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Machine and deep learning based modeling and control of mechanical systems
155

Scopus Publications

2258

Scholar Citations

27

Scholar h-index

68

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Selective harmonic elimination in T-type multilevel inverter with reduced switch count using Sea-Horse Algorithm
    AST Hussain, T Almulaisi, H Desa, E Bektaş, R Sekhar, P Shah, AD Radhi, ...
    Scientific Reports 16 (1), 13777 , 2026
    2026
  • A Control Strategy for Zeta Converter Adaptation in Photovoltaic Systems: Genetic Algorithm-Based PID Controller
    MJ Mohammed, A Çiçek, SB Ezzat, SAA Assi, T Almulaisi, AII Imran, ...
    International Journal of Robotics and Control Systems 5 (6), 3376-3394 , 2026
    2026
  • Experimental validation of a genetic algorithm tuned PIλDμ for temperature control using hardware in loop simulation
    S Francis, P Shah, AP Singh, R Sekhar
    Franklin Open, 100423 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Enhancing Random Forest Model Accuracy using GridSearchCV Optimization for Predicting Multi-Cylinder Engine Performance with Hydrogen-Enriched Natural Gas Blends
    PS Sutar, R Sekhar, SB Sonawane, D Bandyopadhyay, SD Rairikar, ...
    Journal of Engineering and Technological Sciences 57 (5), 688-712 , 2025
    2025
  • Multi-Objective Optimization of a Multi-Cylinder HCNG Engine Using an Integrated Taguchi–CRITIC–GRA Approach
    P Sutar, R Sekhar, S Thipse, S Rairikar, S Sonawane, D Bandyopadhyay, ...
    Journal Européen des Systèmes Automatisés 58 (10), 2009 , 2025
    2025
  • Application of NLP to Analyse Sentiment of Market Reviews
    N Khatwani, BK Sharma, N Nanda, P Shah, R Sekhar, A Mohile
    2025 3rd International Conference on Intelligent Cyber Physical Systems and … , 2025
    2025
  • A Review of Digital Twin Applications and Challenges in Industry 4.0
    H Dubey, P Shah, R Sekhar, M Shah
    2025 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Computing and Smart Systems … , 2025
    2025
  • Emission Testing of Flex Fuel Vehicles up to M100/E100: Upgradation of Existing Test Facility for Vehicles below 3.5-ton GVW for Testing Methanol or Ethanol Operated Vehicles
    MI Jamadar, R Sekhar, VR Yada, SD Rairikar, S Thipse
    Journal Européen des Systèmes Automatisés 58 (8), 1721 , 2025
    2025
  • Harnessing Neutrosophic Numerical Measures for Unbiased Quantitative Analysis of Oxidative Stress Biomarkers.
    TH Abdtawfeeq, S Nadweh, LAZ Qudr, JF Tawfeq, AD Radhi, R Sekhar, ...
    International Journal of Intelligent Engineering & Systems 18 (8) , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Mathematical modelling of engineering problems
    AA Dar, HA Bhavithra, AK Awasthi, SU Sabha, JG Dar, A Smerat, ...
    Journal homepage: http://iieta. org/journals/mmep 12 (8), 2845-2854 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Exploring the Educational Frontiers of Metaverse
    S Joseph, AV Kulkarni, P Shah, R Sekhar
    2025 International Conference on Information, Implementation, and Innovation … , 2025
    2025
  • Predictive Failure Detection in Cloud Infrastructure Using Multivariate Telemetry Log Analysis with Temporal Convolution and Attention-Based Deep Learning
    AK Mohammed, B Al-Attar, H Alzamily, MA Almaiah, TS Hasan, AF Ataalla, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-8 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Self-Supervised Anomaly Detection in Encrypted Network Flows Using GRU Models with Sequence Reconstruction Loss
    MH Hamza, AD Radhi, D Fallah, MYM Al-Muttalib, MA Almaiah, SA Mahdi, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-7 , 2025
    2025
  • Real-Time Detection of Multi-Stage Cyber Attacks in Industrial IoT Networks Using Graph Attention Networks and Temporal LSTM Fusion
    QM Khalaf, B Al-Attar, NB Pokale, AK Mohammed, YIH Aljanabi, R Fadhil, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-8 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Customer Churn Prediction in Digital Banking Platforms Using Hybrid Ensemble Learning with Multi-Dimensional Behavioral Analytics
    MH Ali, MM Manhosh, NB Pokale, MAJ Maktoof, AA Almsibawi, RS Amen, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-7 , 2025
    2025
  • Cross-Language Semantic Code Clone Detection in Large-Scale Software Repositories Using Transformer-Based Contrastive Learning
    AK Mohammed, B Al-Attar, NB Pokale, D Fallah, AH Ahmad, SA Mahdi, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-8 , 2025
    2025
  • Quantitative Impact Assessment of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) on Real-Time Financial Reporting Accuracy and Efficiency
    MH Dawood, MT Mahmood, MM Manhosh, AMH Jasim, BI Abd, MA Mahdi, ...
    2025 3rd International Conference on Cyber Resilience (ICCR), 1-7 , 2025
    2025
  • Optimizing analytical thresholds in serum proteomics using neutrosophic logic systems
    TH Abdtawfeeq, S Nadweh, LAZ Qudr, HM Gheni, AD Radhi, R Sekhar, ...
    International Journal of Intelligent Engineering & Systems 18 (7) , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6
  • Utilizing a novel deep learning method for scene categorization in remote sensing data
    GA Omran, WSA Hayale, AAQ AlRababah, II Al-Barazanchi, R Sekhar, ...
    arXiv preprint arXiv:2506.22939 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6
  • Recent advances in energy-efficient fractional-order PID control for industrial PLC-based automation: A review
    S Francis, P Shah, AP Singh, R Sekhar
    International Journal of Robotics and Control Systems 5 (2), 1211-1237 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 5

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Influence of Adherend Surface Roughness on the Adhesive Bond Strength
    A Ghumatkar, S Budhe, R Sekhar, MD Banea, S de Barros
    Latin American Journal of Solids and Structures 13 (13), 2356-2370 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 138
  • Mechanisms in turning of metal matrix composites: a review
    R Sekhar, TP Singh
    Journal of Materials Research and Technology 4 (2), 197-207 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 128
  • Soft sensors for state of charge, state of energy, and power loss in formula student electric vehicle
    K Purohit, S Srivastava, V Nookala, V Joshi, P Shah, R Sekhar, S Panchal, ...
    Applied System Innovation 4 (4), 78 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 98
  • Fractional order PIλDμ controller for microgrid power system using cohort intelligence optimization
    D Murugesan, K Jagatheesan
    Results in Control and Optimization 11, 100218 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 70
  • Distance to empty soft sensor for ford escape electric vehicle
    R Sekhar, P Shah, S Panchal, M Fowler, R Fraser
    Results in Control and Optimization 9, 100168 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 61
  • Machine learning based predictive modeling and control of surface roughness generation while machining micro boron carbide and carbon nanotube particle reinforced Al-Mg matrix …
    R Sekhar, TP Singh, P Shah
    Particulate Science and Technology 40 (3), 355-372 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 56
  • Machine learning-based predictive modeling and control of lean manufacturing in automotive parts manufacturing industry
    NS Solke, P Shah, R Sekhar, TP Singh
    Global Journal of Flexible Systems Management 23 (1), 89-112 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 56
  • A bibliometric analysis of cyber security and cyber forensics research
    D Sharma, R Mittal, R Sekhar, P Shah, M Renz
    Results in Control and Optimization 10, 100204 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 55
  • Metaheuristic algorithms in industry 4.0
    P Shah, R Sekhar, AJ Kulkarni, P Siarry
    CRC Press , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 47
  • Enhanced network traffic classification with machine learning algorithms
    IA Najm, AH Saeed, BA Ahmad, SR Ahmed, R Sekhar, P Shah, BS Veena
    Proceedings of the cognitive models and artificial intelligence conference … , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 46
  • Closed Loop System Identification of a D.C. Motor Using Fractional Order Model
    P Shah, R Sekhar
    2019 International Conference on Mechatronics, Robotics and Systems … , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 39
  • Lean manufacturing soft sensors for automotive industries
    R Sekhar, N Solke, P Shah
    Applied System Innovation 6 (1), 22 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 37
  • ARX/ARMAX Modeling and Fractional Order Control of Surface Roughness in Turning Nano-Composites
    R Sekhar, TP Singh, P Shah
    2019 International Conference on Mechatronics, Robotics and Systems … , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 36
  • Adaptive intrusion detection system using deep learning for network security
    A Fenjan, MTM Almashhadany, SR Ahmed, HA Fadel, R Sekhar, P Shah, ...
    Proceedings of the Cognitive Models and Artificial Intelligence Conference … , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 35
  • Experimental study on different adherend surface roughness on the adhesive bond strength
    A Ghumatkar, R Sekhar, S Budhe
    Materials Today: Proceedings 4 (8), 7801-7809 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 35
  • Evaluating the Impact of Emotions and Awareness on User Experience in Virtual Learning Environments for Sustainable Development Education
    A Ibrahim, IAM Al Sayed, MS Jabbar, H Almutairi, R Sekhar, P Shah, ...
    Ingénierie des Systèmes d’Information 29 (1), 65-73 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 33
  • Security and Privacy Protection for Online Electronic Documents Based on Novel Encryption Techniques
    A Ibrahim, R Sekhar, JF Tawfeq, SQ Salih, P Shah, AD Radhi
    Journal of Intelligent Systems and Internet of Things 11 (1), 21-28 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 33
  • Intelligent Classification of TIG Welding Defects: A Transfer Learning Approach
    R Sekhar, D Sharma, P Shah
    Frontiers in Mechanical Engineering 8 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 33
  • Towards resilient machine learning models: Addressing adversarial attacks in wireless sensor network
    MA Shihab, HA Marhoon, SR Ahmed, AD Radhi, R Sekhar
    Journal of Robotics and Control (JRC) 5 (5), 1599-1617 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 32
  • Integrated Digital Signature Based Watermarking Technology for Securing Online Electronic Documents
    SQ Salih, R Sekhar, JF Tawfeq, A Ibrahim, P Shah, A Dheyaa
    Fusion: Practice and Applications 14 (1), 120-128 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 32