Dr. P.Asokan
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Field(s) of Specialization
- Operation Management, Optimization in Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management
Employment Profile
| Job Title | Employer | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistant | Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli | 1988 | 1991 |
| Lecturer | Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli | 1991 | 1999 |
| Asst. /Assoc. Professor | National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli | 1999 | 2007 |
| Professor | National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli | 2007 | 2019 |
| Professor (HAG) | National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli | 2019 | Till date |
Academic Qualifications (From Highest Degree to High School):
| Examination | Board / University | Year | Division / Grade | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. Degree | Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli | 1998 | Production Engineering | |
| Master‟s Degree | Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli | 1990 | 75% (Honours) | Manufacturing Technology |
| Bachelor‟s Degree | Regional Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli | 1987 | 75% (Honours) | Mechanical Engineering |
Academic/Administrative Responsibilities within the University
| Position | Faculty / Department/ Centre / Institution | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member-Estate welfare committee | Institution | 1997 | 1999 |
| Hostel Warden | Institution | 2002 | 2004 |
| NIT-T Quarters Committee member | Institution | 2003 | 2011 |
| QIP Co-ordinator | Institution | 2008 | 2009 |
| Chairman Transport In-charge | Institution | 2006 | 2008 |
| Member/Special Invitee, BOG,NITT | Institution | 2009 | 2011 |
| Head of the Department | Department | 2009 | 2012 |
| HAC, Additional Chief Warden | Institution | 2012 | 2012 |
| DAC Member | Institution | Since Jan 2012 | |
| Member Faculty Apportionment Committee | Institution | May 2012 | |
| Dean Academic | Institution | 2012 | 2014 |
| Advisory Committee on Faculty Recruitment (ACoFaR) | Institution | April 2013 | |
| Chairperson, Institute Accreditation Committee | Institution | Jan 2014 | |
| Member, Senate subcommittee - PG courses reforms (Apr 2016) | Institution | Apr 2016 | Oct 2016 |
| Chairman – Quarters committee | Institution | Nov 2016 | Oct 2022 |
| Member, Committee on Academic Reforms | Institution | Mar 2017 | Oct 2017 |
| Convocation 2017 – Programme Committee Chairman | Institution | Aug 2017 | Jan 2018 |
| Overall Co-ordinator – 14th Convocation 2018 | Institution | June 2018 | -- |
| Member - Committee of faculty workload | Institution | May 2018 | |
| Co-ordinator - NITT-BHEL MoU | Institution | May 2018 | |
Awards, Associateships etc.
| Year of Award | Name of the Award | Awarding Organization |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Best Teacher Award | NITT |
| 2014 | Distinguished Alumni Award | NITT |
Details of Academic Work
- Courses taught at Postgraduate and Undergraduate levels
- Integrated Materials Management
- CNC Laboratory
- Engineering Practice
- Analysis and Control of Manufacturing Systems
- Analysis of Production Systems and IE lab
- Multi-Criteria Decision Making
- Projects guided at Postgraduate level : 113
Details of Major R&D Projects
| Title of Project | Funding Agency | From | To | Ongoing/ Completed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A knowledge based simulation of Advanced Manufacturing System | UGC | 1994 | 1995 | Completed |
| Concurrent Engineering Pilot Project (Sarvatra) | AICTE | 1994 | 1995 | Completed |
| Machining work | GKN sons, Trichy | 1994 | 1995 | Completed |
| 17.5m Bridge Development for Sarvatra Project | BHEL | 1995 | 1996 | Completed |
| Modeling and Machining of Bottle dies | Prime Engg. Service, Trichy | 1998 | 1999 | Completed |
| Reverse Engg. For cold Isostatic Press& Intensifier Unit and Manufactured Production Drawings | HAPP-Trichy | 2002 | 2003 | Completed |
| Establishment of Reverse Engineering Laboratory | MHRD/TAT | 2004 | 2007 | Completed |
| Fund for Improvement of S & T Infrastructure in Universities and higher Educational Institutions (FIST) | DST | 2009 | 2014 | Completed |
| Improvement of surface characteristics of Bio- Degradable magnesium alloys through cryogenic machining | SERB DST | 2013 | 2016 | Completed |
| Exploration of Lean tools/techniques enabling sustainability in automotive organizations | DST | 2014 | 2017 | Completed |
Number of PhDs guided
| Name of the PhD Scholar | Title of PhD Thesis | Role (Supervisor/ Co-Supervisor) | Year of Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| N. Baskar | Optimization of machining variables using Non-Traditional techniques. | Supervisor | 2006 |
| J. Jerald | Scheduling of flexible manufacturing systems using Non- Traditional optimization techniques. | Supervisor | 2006 |
| R. Christu Paul | Optimization of facility layout problem using Metaheuristics. | Supervisor | 2006 |
| S. Satishkumar | Optimal subdivision of depth of cut in CNC machining using evolutionary heuristics. | Supervisor | 2006 |
| R. Siva Sankar | Optimization of machining parameters for rotation components and its implementation in CAPP. | Supervisor | 2007 |
| M. Chandrasekaran | Solving Job Shop scheduling problems and Integration with material requirements planning. | Supervisor | 2007 |
| R. Ravikumar | Modeling and optimization of machining parameters for Electro Chemical Machining process. | Supervisor | 2008 |
| R.M. Satheesh Kumar | Some evolutionary algorithms for facility layout design in flexible manufacturing systems. | Supervisor | 2008 |
| J. S. Senthilkumaar | Machining assessment and optimization of machining parameters for Inconel 718. | Supervisor | 2009 |
| V. Srinivasa Raman | Gearbox design optimization using evolutionary computation. | Supervisor | 2009 |
| A. Riaz Ahmed | Fabrication of hybrid (Al-Sic-B4C & Al-SiC-Glass) metal matrix composites and investigation on drilling operations. | Supervisor | 2010 |
| M. Rajkumar | Solving multi-criteria flexible job shop scheduling problems. | Supervisor | 2011 |
| A. Thillaivannan | EDM Machining Optimization | Supervisor | 2011 |
| S. Karthikeyan | Solving Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Problems using Nature Inspired Metaheuristic Optimization Approach | Supervisor | 2015 |
| S. Dinesh | Experimental studies on cryogenic machining of biodegradable ZK60 magnesium alloy. | Co-Supervisor | 2018 |
| R. Ben Ruben | Modeling and development of lean six sigma framework with Environmental considerations for automotive component manufacturing organization | Co-Supervisor | 2018 |
| J. Cyril Pilligrin | Experimental Investigation and analysis of Micro-Electrical Discharge Drilling of 316L Stainless Steel | Supervisor | 2018 |
| S. Umar Sherif | Development of mathematical programming models and Solution approaches for the optimization of green Supply chain network with societal constraints. | Supervisor | 2022 |
Participation in Workshops/ Symposia/ Conferences/ Colloquia /Seminars/ Schools etc. (mentioning the role)
| Date (s) | Title of Activity | Level of Event (International/ National/ Local) | Role (Participant/ Speaker/ Chairperson, Paper presenter, Any other) | Event Organized by | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1989 | Non Destructive testing | National | REC, Trichy | ||
| Jun 1990 | Recent Developments in factory Automation Technology | National | PSG, Coimbatore | ||
| 1992 | Computer Integrated Manufacturing | National | PSG, Coimbatore | ||
| 2003 | Dimensional Engineering and Tolerance Analysis | National | REC, Trichy | ||
| 2003 | Safety and Environment Management Emerging Trends | National | REC, Trichy | ||
| 2004 | Emerging Trends in Energy Management and Non-Conventional Energy | National | NITT | ||
| 2004 | Conference on Advances in Materials and Manufacturing Technology (CAMMT) | National | IIT, Madras | ||
| 2008 | The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People | National | Munnar/NITT |
Workshops/ Symposia/ Conferences/ Colloquia/Seminars Organized (as Chairman/ Organizing Secretary/ Convenor / Co-Convenor)
| Title of Activity | Level of Event (International/ National / Local) | Date (s) | Role | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNC Programming and its Operations | National | Mar 9-20, 1998 | REC Trichy | |
| Modeling and Simulation of Manufacturing Systems | National | Dec 1999 | REC Trichy | |
| Recent Trends in Modeling and Analysis of Manufacturing Systems | National | Dec 16-27, 2002 | REC Trichy | |
| National Conference on Modeling and Analysis of Production Systems | National | Jan 22 -23, 2004 | NIT Trichy | |
| Emerging Trends in CAD/CAM- Theory and Practice | National | Dec 20-31, 2004 | NIT Trichy | |
| Computer Aided Manufacturing | National | Dec 2-3, 2005 | NIT Trichy | |
| Optimization Algorithms for Manufacturing Applications | National | Jun 9 – 10, 2006 | NIT Trichy | |
| Sixth International Conference on Supply Chain Management and Information Systems | International | Dec 8 – 10, 2008 | NIT Trichy | |
| Innovative Product Design and Rapid Manufacturing Strategies | National | Apr 12-13, 2012 | NIT Trichy | |
| Micro Manufacturing | National | Mar 14-15, 2014 | NIT Trichy | |
| Agile Manufacturing | National | Mar 28-29, 2014 | NIT Trichy | |
| Optimization and its Applications | National | Oct 27-28, 2014 | NIT Trichy | |
| International Conference on Advances in Design and Manufacturing | International | Dec 5-7, 2014 | NIT Trichy | |
| International Conference on Advances in Production and Industrial Engineering | International | Jan 23-24, 2015 | NIT Trichy | |
| Recent Trends in Manufacturing Technology | National | Sep 26- Oct 1, 2016 | NIT Trichy |
Membership of Learned Societies
| Type of Membership (Ordinary Member/ Honorary Member / Life Member ) | Organization | Membership No. with date |
|---|---|---|
| Life Member | ISTE | LM 31313 / 2001 |
| Life Member | IIPE | SLF3016 / 2006 |
| Life Member | Institution of Engineers | IE1141216 |
Academic Foreign Visits
| Country | Duration of Visit | Programme |
|---|---|---|
| NUS, Singapore | 1 month (2007) | Micromachining Training |
Publications
- Refereed Research Journals:
| Author(s) | Title of Paper | Journal | Volume (No.) | Year | Page numbers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P.Asokan, P.Subramaniam | Flexible Manufacturing | The Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Indian Institute of Production Engineers, Bangalore | 1(2) | 1997 | 9-13. |
| P.Asokan, M. Sitaram Prasad, M.Sachithanandam | Optimization of FMS layout using Genetic Algorithm | Industrial Engineering Journal, Mumbai | XXVII(1) | 1998 | 12-19. |
| R.Saravanan, P. Asokan, M.Sachithanandam | Comparative analysis of Conventional and Non- Conventional optimization techniques for CNC turning processes | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 17 | 2001 | 471-476. |
| P. Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, G.Satheesh Kumar | Machine Cell grouping in cellular manufacturing systems using non traditional optimization techniques- A comparative study | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 18 | 2001 | 140-147. |
| R.Saravanan, P. Asokan, M.Sachithanandam | A multi Objective Genetic Algorithm (GA) approach for optimization of surface grinding operations | International Journal of Machine tools and Manufacture | 42 | 2002 | 1327- 1334. |
| R.Saravanan, P. Asokan, K.Vijayakumar | Machining Parameters Optimization for turning cylindrical stock into continuous finished profile using Genetic Algorithm (GA) and Simulated Annealing (SA) | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 21 | 2003 | 1-9. |
| K.Vijayakumar, G.Prabhaharan, P. Asokan, R.Saravanan | Optimization of Multi- pass turning operations using ant colony system | International Journal of Machine Tools & Manufacture | 43 | 2003 | 1633- 1639. |
| N.Babu, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan | Selection of optimum machining parameters for surface grinding operations using simulated annealing algorithm | Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI | 3 (2) | 2004 | 12-18. |
| N.Baskar, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan, | Optimization of machining parameters for multi-tool milling operations using Memetic Algorithm | Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 3 (4) | 2004 | 6-11. |
| J.Jerald, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.DelphinCarolinaRani | Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS Using Genetic Algorithm | Journal of Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 3 (12) | 2004 | 8-11. |
| S.Balan, P.Asokan, Pradeep Kumar | Vehicle routing in Supply Chain Management | Productivity | 44 (4) | 2004 | 606 - 612. |
| N.Baskar, R.Saravanan, P. Asokan, G.Prabhaharan | Ants Colony algorithm approach for multi- objective optimization of surface grinding operations | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 23 | 2004 | 311-317. |
| G. Prabhaharan, P. Asokan, P. Ramesh, S. Rajendran | Genetic-algorithm- based optimal tolerance allocation using a least- cost model | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 24 | 2004 | 647-660. |
| R.Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, T.Selvaraj, | Adaptive Genetic Algorithm approach for optimization of Multipass turning operations | Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 4 (5) | 2005 | 12-16. |
| T.Pannerselvam, G.Karthikeyan, N.Baskar, R.SivaSankar, P.Asokan, | Economical machining parameters for milling operations by Ants Colony Algorithm | Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 4 (9) | 2005 | 8-12. |
| J.Jerald, P. Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan | Scheduling Optimization of Flexible Manufacturing Systems using Particle Swarm Optimization algorithm | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 25 | 2005 | 964-971. |
| Muruganandam, G.Prabhaharan, P. Asokan, V. Baskaran | A Memetic algorithm approach to the cell formation problem | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 25 | 2005 | 988-997. |
| N.Baskar, P. Asokan, R.Saravanan, G.Prabhaharan | Optimization of machining parameters for milling operations using Non-conventional methods | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 25 | 2005 | 1078- 1088. |
| P. Asokan, N.Baskar, K.Babu, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan | Optimization of Surface Grinding operations using Particle Swarm Optimization Technique | ASME Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering | 127 | 2005 | 885-892. |
| R.Saravanan, R.Siva Sankar, P. Asokan, K.Vijayakumar, G.Prabhaharan | Optimization of Cutting conditions during continuous finished profile machining using non-traditional techniques | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 26 | 2005 | 30-40. |
| G. Prabhaharan, P. Asokan, B.S. Girish, A. Muruganandam | Machine cell formation for cellular manufacturing systems using an ant colony system approach | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 25 | 2005 | 1013- 1019. |
| G. Prabhaharan, P.Asokan, S. Rajendran | Sensitivity-based conceptual design and tolerance allocation using the continuous ants colony algorithm (CACO) | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 25 | 2005 | 516-526. |
| J.Jerald, P. Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.Delphin Carolina Rani | Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS using Nontraditional Optimization Techniques | International Journal of Applied Management Technology | 3 | 2005 | 1 |
| G. Prabhaharan, B. Shahul Hamid Khan, P. Asokan, M. Thiyagu | A Particle swarm optimization algorithm for permutation flowshop scheduling with regular and non- regular measures | International Journal of Applied Management and Technology | 3(1) | 2005 | 171-182 |
| S.Sathish Kumar, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan | Optimization of depth of cut in multi-pass turning using nontraditional optimization techniques | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, UK | 29 | 2006 | 230-238. |
| P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, S.SatishKumar, | Selection of Optimal conditions for CNC Multi- Pass Face Milling System Using Evolutionary Computation | Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 5 (7) | 2006 | 26-30. |
| V. Srinivasa Raman, K.Bharathi Raja, P.Asokan and S.Kumanan, | Metaheuristic Approach for Multi-Objective Gear Box Design Optimization | Journal of Manufacturing Engineering | 1 (1) | 2006 | 29-40. |
| R.Christu Paul, P. Asokan, V.I.Prabhakar | A solution to the facility layout problem having passages and inner structure walls using Particle Swarm Optimization | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 29 | 2006 | 766-771. |
| J.Jerald, P. Asokan, R.Saravanan, A.Delphin Carolina Rani | Simultaneous Scheduling of Parts and AGVs in an FMS environment using Adaptive Genetic Algorithm | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 29 | 2006 | 584-589. |
| M.Chandrasekaran, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan, T.Balamurugan, S.Nickolas | Solving Job Shop Scheduling problems using Artificial Immune System | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 31 | 2006 | 580-593. |
| N.Baskar, P. Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan | Selection of Optimal Machining Parameters for Multi Tool Milling Operations Using a Memetic Algorithm | Journal of Materials Processing Technology | 174 | 2006 | 239-249. |
| M. Chandrasekaran , P. Asokan , S.Kumanan, T.Balamurugan | Sheep Flocks Heredity Model Algorithm for Solving Job Shop Scheduling Problems | International Journal of Applied Management and technology | 4(1) | 2006 | 79-100 |
| J.Jerald, P. Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R.Saravanan | Scheduling of Parts and AS/RS in an FMS Using Genetic Algorithm | International Journal of Applied Management and technology | 4(1) | 2006 | 25-34 |
| R.Siva Sankar, P. Asokan, R.Saravanan, S.Kumanan, G.Prabhaharan | Selection of machining parameters for constrained machining problem using evolutionary computation | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 32 | 2007 | 892-901 |
| Shahul Hamid Khan G. Prabhaharan, and P. Asokan | A grasp algorithm for m-machine flowshop scheduling problem with bicriteria of makespan and maximum tardiness | International Journal of Computer Mathematics | 84 | 2007 | 1731- 1741 |
| G. Prabhaharan, R. Ramesh, and P. Asokan | Concurrent optimization of assembly tolerances for quality with position control using scatter search approach | International journal of production research | 45(21) | 2007 | 4959- 4988 |
| C.P. Jesuthanam, S. Kumanan, and P. Asokan | Surface roughness prediction using hybrid neural networks | Machining science and technology | 11(2) | 2007 | 271-286 |
| M.Chandrasekaran, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan | Application of Selective Breeding Algorithm for Job Shop Scheduling Problems | International Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology | 9(1) | 2007 | 103-118 |
| M.Chandrasekaran, P. Asokan, S.Umamaheswari, C.S.P.Rao | Multi Objective Optimization for Job shop scheduling Using Sheep Flocks Heredity Model Algorithm | International Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology | 9(2) | 2007 | 47-54 |
| S.Sathish Kumar and P. Asokan | Optimal Subdivision of depth of cut in CNC Multi Pass face milling System | International Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology | 9(2) | 2007 | 75-88 |
| R.Siva Sankar, P. Asokan, G.Prabaharan, Venkata Phani | A CAPP Framework with Optimized Process Parameters for Rotational Components | International Journal of Production Research | 46(20) | 2008 | 5561- 5587 |
| R.M.Satheesh Kumar, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan | Design of Loop layout in Flexible Manufacturing Systems using Non-traditional Optimization technique | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 38(5-6) | 2008 | 594-599 |
| P. Asokan, R. Ravi Kumar, R. Jeyapaul, M.Santhi | Development of Multi objective optimization models for Electro Chemical Machining Process | International Journal of Advanced manufacturing Technology | 39 (1-2) | 2008 | 55-63. |
| M.Chandrasekaran, P. Asokan | Optimization of total holding cost with no tardy jobs in job shop scheduling | International Journal of Manufacturing Science and Technology | 10(1) | 2008 | 5-19 |
| S.Sathish Kumar, P. Asokan | Selection of optimal conditions for CNC multi-tool drilling system using non- traditional techniques | International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials | 3(1-2) | 2008 | 190 - 207 |
| P. Asokan, J. Jerald, S. Arunachalam, T. | PageApplication of Adaptive Genetic Algorithm and Particle Swarm Optimisation in scheduling of jobs and AS/RS in FMS | International Journal of Manufacturing Research | 3(4) | 2008 | 393 – 405 |
| R.M. Satheesh Kumar, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan, B.Varma | Scatter Search algorithm for Single row Layout Problem in FMS | Advances in Production Engineering and Management | 3(4) | 2008 | 193-204 |
| J.S.Senthilkumaar, P. Asokan, R.M.Arunachalam | Machinability assessment of Inconel 718 by design of experiment coupled with Genetic Algorithm optimization | International Journal of Manufacturing Technology | 2 | 2008 | 71-84 |
| R.M.SatheeshKumar, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan | Artificial Immune System based algorithm to solve Unidirectional Loop Layout Problem in Flexible Manufacturing System | International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 40 (5-6) | 2009 | 553-565. |
| J.S. Senthil kumaar, R.Saravanan, P.Asokan, | Multiple optimizations for selection of machining parameters of Inconel-718 material turning process | Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 7 (2) | 2009 | 3-7. |
| R. Ravi Kumar, P. Asokan , J.Jerald , M. Shanthi. | Optimization of Parameters in Electro Chemical Machining using Non- Traditional Techniques | Manufacturing Technology Today, CMTI, Bangalore | 7 (2) | 2009 | 7-11. |
| R. Ahamed, P. Asokan, S. Aravindan | EDM of hybrid Al– SiCp–B4Cp and Al– SiCp-Glassp MMCs | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 44(5-6) | 2009 | 520-528. |
| A. Gnanavelbabu, J. Jerald, A. Noorul Haq, and P. Asokan | Multi objective scheduling of jobs, AGVs and AS/RS in FMS using artificial immune system | Advances in Production Engineering & Management | 4(3) | 2009 | 139-150 |
| P. Asokan, J.S.Senthilkumaar, R.M.Arunachalam | Simultaneous optimization of machining parameters in turning of Inconel 718 | Journal of Modern Manufacturing Technology | 1 (1) | 2009 | 59-70 |
| M.Rajkumar, P. Asokan, V.Vamsikrishna, S.Satishkumar | A GRASP algorithm for multi-objective flexible job shop scheduling problems | International Journal Industrial Engineering Practices | 1(2) | 2009 | 129-139 |
| R. Ahamed, P. Asokan, S. Aravindan, M. K. Prakash | Drilling of hybrid Al- 5% SiCp-5% B4Cp metal matrix composites | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 49(9-12) | 2010 | 871-877. |
| M.Rajkumar, P. Asokan, V.Vamsikrishna | A GRASP algorithm for flexible job shop scheduling with maintenance constraints | International Journal Production Research | 48(22) | 2010 | 6821- 6836 |
| P. Asokan, J.S.Senthilkumaar | Intelligent selection of machining parameters in turning of Inconel 718 using multi objective optimization coupled with MADM | International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials | 8(1/2) | 2010 | 209 – 225 |
| M.Rajkumar, P. Asokan, T.Page, S.Arunachalam | A GRASP algorithm for Integration of process planning and scheduling in a flexible job shop | International Journal of Manufacturing Research | 5(2) | 2010 | 230-251 |
| R.M. Satheesh Kumar, P. Asokan, S.Kumanan | Artificial Immune System based algorithm to solve Linear and Loop layout Problems in Flexible Manufacturing System | International Journal of Product Development | 10(1-3) | 2010 | 165-179 |
| A. Thillaivanan, P. Asokan, K. N. Srinivasan, and R. Saravanan | Optimization of operating parameters for EDM process based on the Taguchi method and artificial neural network | International Journal of Engineering Science and Technology | 2(12) | 2010 | 6880- 6888 |
| Rajkumar, M., P. Asokan, N. Anilkumar, and T. Page | A GRASP algorithm for flexible job-shop scheduling problem with limited resource constraints | International Journal of Production Research | 49(8) | 2011 | 2409- 2423. |
| Padmanabhan, S., V. Srinivasa Raman, P. Asokan, Subramaniam Arunachalam, and Tom Page | Design optimisation of bevel gear pair | International Journal of Design Engineering | 4(4) | 2011 | 364-393. |
| Panneerselvam, K., K. Pradeep, and P. Asokan | Optimization of end milling parameters for glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) using grey relational analysis | Procedia Engineering | 38 | 2012 | 3962- 3968. |
| Padmanabhan, S., M. Chandrasekaran, P. Asokan, and V. Srinivasa Raman | A Performance Study of Real Coded Genetic Algorithm on Gear Design Optimization | In Advanced Materials Research | 6(22) | 2012 | 64-68 |
| Karthikeyan, S., P. Asokan, S. Nickolas, and Tom Page | Solving flexible job- shop scheduling problem using hybrid particle swarm optimisation algorithm and data mining | International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management | 26(1-4) | 2012 | 81-103. |
| Karthikeyan, S., P. Asokan, and S. Nickolas | A hybrid discrete firefly algorithm for multi- objective flexible job shop scheduling problem with limited resource constraints | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology 72(9-12) | 72(9-12) | 2014 | 1567- 1579. |
| Karthikeyan, S., P. Asokan, and M. Chandrasekaran | A hybrid discrete firefly algorithm for multi- objective flexible job shop scheduling problems with maintenance activity | In Applied Mechanics and Materials | 575 | 2014 | 922-925 |
| Karthikeyan, S., P. Asokan, S. Nickolas, and Tom Page | A hybrid discrete firefly algorithm for solving multi-objective flexible job shop scheduling problems | International Journal of Bio-Inspired Computation | 7(6) | 2015 | 386-401. |
| Dinesh, S., V. Senthilkumar, P. Asokan, and D. Arulkirubakaran | Effect of cryogenic cooling on machinability and surface quality of bio- degradable ZK60 Mg alloy | Materials & Design | 87 | 2015 | 1030- 1036. |
| Vinodh, S., R. Ben Ruben, and P. Asokan | Life cycle assessment integrated value stream mapping framework to ensure sustainable manufacturing: a case study | Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy | 1 | 2015 | 1-17. |
| J. Cyril Pilligrin, P. Asokan, J. Jerald, Sumit Kumar, G. Kanagaraj | Experimental Investigation on Performance of Additive Mixed Dielectric during Micro-Electric Discharge Drilling on 316L Stainless Steel | Materials and Manufacturing Processes | Aug 2016 | ||
| Dinesh, S., V. Senthilkumar, P. Asokan | Experimental Studies on Cryogenic Machining of Bio- Degradable ZK60 Mg Alloy Using Micro- Textured Tools | Materials and Manufacturing Processes | Aug 2016 | ||
| Kannan Govindan R. Balasundaram N. Baskar P. Asokan | A hybrid approach for minimizing makespan in permutation flowshop scheduling | Journal of Systems Science and Systems Engineering | 26(1) | 2016 | 50-76 |
| R Ben Ruben S Vinodh P Asokan | Implementation of Lean Six Sigma framework with environmental considerations in an Indian automotive component manufacturing firm: a case study | Production Planning & Control | 28(15) | 2017 | 1193-1211 |
| R. Ben Ruben P. Asokan S. Vinodh | Performance evaluation of lean sustainable systems using adaptive neuro fuzzy inference system: a case study | International Journal of Sustainable Engineering | 10(3) | 2017 | 158-175 |
| Cyril Pilligrin J P. Asokan J. Jerald G. Kanagaraj J. Mukund Nilakantan I. Nielsen | Tool Speed and Polarity Effects in Micro-EDM Drilling of 316L Stainless Steel | Production & Manufacturing Research | 5 | 2017 | 99–117 |
| Cyril Pilligrin, J P. Asokan J. Jerald G. Kanagaraj | Effects of Electrode Materials on Performance Measures of Electrical Discharge Micro-Machining | Materials and Manufacturing Processes | 33(6) | 2018 | 606-615 |
| T Venkatesan J. Jerald J. Cyril Pilligrin P. Asokan | Experimental Investigation on Micro Drilling of Inconel 718 Super Alloy | International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials | 20(1) | 2018 | 48-63 |
| R. Ben Ruben S Vinodh P Asokan | Lean Six Sigma with environmental focus: review and framework | The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology | 94 (9-12) | 2018 | 4023-4037 |
| R. Ben Ruben S Vinodh P Asokan | ISM and Fuzzy MICMAC application for analysis of Lean Six Sigma barriers with environmental considerations | International Journal of Lean Six Sigma | 9(1) | 2018 | 64-90 |
| R. Ben Ruben S Vinodh P Asokan | State of art perspectives of lean and sustainable manufacturing | International Journal of Lean Six Sigma | 10(1) | 2019 | 234-256 |
| R. Ben Ruben S Vinodh P Asokan | Application of Multi Grade Fuzzy and ANFIS approaches for performance analysis of Lean Six Sigma system with sustainable considerations | International Journal of Services and Operations Management | 33(2) | 2019 | 239-261 |
| S. Umar Sherif P. Sasikumar P. Asokan J. Jerald | Bi-objective optimization model with societal constraints for green closed loop supply chain network – a case of battery industry | International Journal of Productivity and Quality Management | 27(3) | 2019 | 276-304 |
| S. Umar Sherif P. Sasikumar P. Asokan J. Jerald | An eco-friendly closed loop supply chain network with multi-facility allocated centralized depots for bidirectional flow in a battery manufacturing industry | Journal of Advances in Management Research | 17(1) | 2019 | 131-159 |
| T. Venkatesan J. Jerald P. Asokan | Performance analysis of cryogenically assisted high speed micro drilling of Incoloy 800 super alloy | Materials Research Express | 6(8) | 2019 | 086565 |
| S. Dinesh V. Senthilkumar P. Asokan | Effect of cryogenic cooling on texture and microstructural evolution of ZK60 magnesium alloy during machining | Materials Research Express | 6(9) | 2019 | 096587 |
| B.G. Aadithya P. Asokan S. Vinodh | Application of Interpretive structural modeling for analysis of lean adoption barriers in heavy industry | International Journal of Lean Six Sigma | 12(2) | 2021 | 2040-4166 |
| S. Umar Sherif P. Asokan P. Sasikumar K. Mathiyazhagan J. Jerald | Integrated optimization of transportation, inventory and vehicle routing with simultaneous pickup and delivery in two-echelon green supply chain network | Journal of Cleaner Production | 287 | 2021 | 125434 |
| S. Umar Sherif P. Asokan P. Sasikumar K. Mathiyazhagan J. Jerald | An integrated decision making approach for the selection of battery recycling plant location under sustainable environment | Journal of Cleaner Production | 330 | 2022 | 129784 |
| B.G. Aadithya P. Asokan S. Vinodh | Deployment of fuzzy TOPSIS-integrated value stream mapping for a fabrication industry: acase study | The TQM Journal | ahead-of-print | ahead-of-print | https://doi.org/10.1108/TQM-01-2022-0023 |
Conferences/Workshops/Symposia Proceedings
- R.Kandaswamy, P.Asokan, “CAD/CAM Application in Master Cam Profile Generation", AIMTDR Conference, PSG college of technology, Coimbatore, 1992, pp. 54-59.
- Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "Simulation of Manufacturing Systems", Second National Conference on CAD/CAM, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, 19-20 August 1994, pp. M2.1-2.2.
- Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "An Interactive Computer modeling and simulation for the evaluation of manufacturing planning and control strategies", National Conference on Quality Engineering in Aerospace Technologies, 27-28 Oct 1995, DRDL Hyderabad, pp H1-H6.
- Thanga Durai, P.Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "A Knowledge based simulation of Flexible Manufacturing System", International Conference on intelligent Robotics System. Nov 1995, Bangalore, pp 524-528.
- Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, K. Baskar, S. Sathish Kumar, "Development of an algorithm for controlling AGVs in Flexible Manufacturing System", International Conference on CAD CAM, Automation, Robotics and Factories of Future, Jan 1996, New Delhi, pp159-165.
- Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, Sitaram Prasad, “Computer Simulation- An aid for class room instruction on FMS", Advanced simulation Technologies International Conference 1998, The society for Computer Simulation International, Boston, Massachusetts, April 1998, pp 135-138.
- Sachithanandam, P.Asokan, J. Antony Grieg, "Analysis of Flexible Manufacturing system using ANOVA", National Conference on intelligent Manufacturing Systems, CIT Coimbatore, 6-7 Feb 1998, pp. I3.1-3.4
- Asokan, P.Deivam, M.Sachithanandam, "A combined approach for layout optimization using Genetic Algorithm and Simulation", National Conference on Intelligent Manufacturing Systems, CIT Coimbatore, 6-7 Feb 1998, J 4.1-4.8
- Asokan, M.Sachithanandam, "A Comparative study of facility layout in FMS using GA under varying genetic operators", AIMTDR Conference, IIT, Kharagpur, December 1998, pp.555-560.
- Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, G.Prabhaharan, "Selection of optimal conditions in multipass face milling using Non-Conventional methods", pg 61-69, 20th AIMTDR Conference, 2002.
- Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan and G. Prabhaharan, "Optimization of Machining Parameters for Milling Operations using Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm", National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing – Mar‟ 15-16 2003, pages E13 - E19.
- Thirumalai, G.Prabhaharan, P.Asokan, "Design Optimization of Cellular Manufacturing Systems using Simulated Annealing algorithm and Genetic Algorithm. ", National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing – Mar‟15-16, 2003, pp. D73 - D84
- Jerald, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, R. Saravanan, "Scheduling of FMS Using Ant Colony Optimization", National Conference on Modelling and Simulation in Manufacturing – Mar‟ 15-16, 2003, pp.D55 - D61
- Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, N.Baskar, R.Saravanan, “Optimization of machining parameters for milling operations using Ant colony algorithm and Genetic algorithmâ€, World class manufacturing, Amrita Institute of technology and science, Coimbatore, 2003, pp 39-46
- Sundara vinayaga murthy, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, “Optimization of machining parameters for multi pass Face milling operation using Particle Swarm Optimization(PSO) Technique, National conference on Modeling and analysis of production systems (MAPS-2004), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, January 22-23, 2004.
- Jerald, P.Satheesh, P.Asokan and G. Prabhaharan, ‟Scheduling optimization of FMS using Memetic Algorithm (PSO & TS)‟, National conference on Modelling and Analysis of Production Systemsâ€. (MAPS-2004), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, January 22-23, 2004.
- K. Srividhya, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, ‟Optimization of Multipass Milling Operation Via Particles Swarm Optimizationâ€. National conference on Modelling and Analysis of Production Systemsâ€. (MAPS-2004), National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli, January 22-23, 2004.
- K. Srividhya, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, „Optimization of Milling operations using Genetic Algorithmsâ€, Conference on Advances Materials and Manufacturing technology, IIT, Chennai, April 2004, 27-28.
- Sundara Vinayaga Murthy, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, “Optimization of Machining Parameters for Multipass Face Milling Operations using Memetic Algorithmâ€, Conference on Advances Materials and Manufacturing technology, IIT, Chennai, April 2004, 27-28.
- Babu, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, “Optimizing the process parameters of surface grinding operations – A Memetic approachâ€, Conference on Advances Materials and Manufacturing Technology, IIT, Chennai, April 2004, 29-30.
- Satish Kumar, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, “Determination of Optimal Sub-division of depth of cut for CNC Multipass turning system with constraints using Simulated Annealing (SA)â€, 21st AIMTDR, VIT, Vellore, 20-22 December 2004, pp 429-435.
- Babu, N.Baskar, P.Asokan, R.Saravanan, â€Computerized optimization of process parameters for surface grinding operations using adaptive genetic algorithm (AGA)â€, International Conference on Responsive Supply Chain and Organizational Competitiveness (RSC –2004), CIT, Coimbatore, Jan‟ 5- 6, 2004.
- Jerald, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, P.Satheesh, “Scheduling Optimization of FMS using Memetic Algorithmâ€, International Conference on Responsive Supply Chain and Organizational Competitiveness (RSC –2004), CIT, Coimbatore, Jan‟ 5-6, 2004.
- Satish Kumar, P.Asokan, G.Prabhaharan, “Determination of optimal sub-division of depth of cut for CNC Multipass turning system with constraints using Genetic Algorithm (GA), International Conference on Responsive Supply Chain and Organizational Competitiveness (RSC –2004), CIT, Coimbatore, Jan‟ 5-6, 2004.
- Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, “Optimization of cutting parameters for Multipass Turning operation using Particle Swarm Optimizationâ€, ICCES‟05, IIT Madras, December 2005. pp 3292-3297.
- Siva Sankar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, “Optimization of parameters for Turning operations using ANN and Particle Swarm Techniqueâ€, International Conference on CAD/CAM, Robotics and Factories of the Future (CARS & FOF), 19-27 July 2006, VIT Vellore.
- Chandrasekaran, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, S.Umamaheswari, “A Hybrid approach for optimization of Multi objective Job shop scheduling problemsâ€, International Conference on Global Manufacturing and Innovation, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, 27-29 July 2006, pp. 43.
- M. Satheesh Kumar, P.Asokan, S.Kumanan, “Design of Loop Layout in Flexible Manufacturing System Using Non-Traditional Optimization Techniqueâ€, First international, 22nd All India Manufacturing Technology Design & Research Conference, IIT Roorkee, 21-23 Dec 2006.
- Aravindan, M. Thiruvalluvar, and P. Asokan. "APPLICATION OF ANT COLONY OPTIMIZATION FOR EFFECTIVE SCHEDULING OF CLH PROCESSES IN BHEL." In Proceedings of the International Conference on Modeling and Simulation 2006 3–5 April 2006, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, p. 6. 2006.
- Asokan, S.Satish Kumar, S.Kumanan “Selection of optimal conditions for CNC multi-tool drilling system using Genetic Algorithmâ€, First international, 22nd All India Manufacturing Technology Design & Research Conference, IIT Roorkee, 21-23 Dec 2006.
- Asokan and J. Jerald, “ Integrated Scheduling of Jobs, AGVs and AS/RS in an FMS using Particle Swarm Optimization†National Conference on Factory Automation, Robotics and Soft Computing, 18- 19, January, 2007, NIT, Warangal.
- Rajkumar, P. Asokan, T.Page “An illustrative study of flexible job shop using GRASP, International conference on Advances in Industrial Engineering Applications, College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University Chennai, Jan‟ 2010.
- Rajkumar, P. Asokan, “Multi-objective flexible job shop scheduling problems using GRASP, International conference of the Society of Operations Management, NITIE, Mumbai, Dec‟ 2010.
- Karthikeyan, P. Asokan “A hybrid firefly algorithm for solving bi-criteria flexible job shop scheduling problemâ€, International Conference on Industrial Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, Nov 2013.
- Karthikeyan, P. Asokan, S. Nickolas “A hybrid discrete firefly algorithm for flexible job shop scheduling problem with maintenance activitiesâ€, International Conference on Advances in Industrial Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, Jan 2014.
- Ben Ruben, S Vinodh, P. Asokan, “Application of ISM for analysis of barriers in an integrated lean sustainable manufacturing environmentâ€, International Conference on Industrial Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, Nov 2015.
- Prabhakaran, J. Jerald, J. Cyril Pilligrin, P. Asokan, “An experimental investigation of micro-turning process using coconut oil-water emulsion as a green cutting fluid†International conference on Smart design & Sustainable manufacturing, Alagappa Chettiar College Of Engineering And Technology, Karaikudi.
- Udayanand, P. Asokan, “Design modification in mixing sphere of supercritical boiler by plugging the nozzles for hydraulic testing – A case study†International conference on Smart design & Sustainable manufacturing, Alagappa Chettiasaar College Of Engineering And Technology, Karaikudi
Contact Address
Dr. P Asokan
Professor HAG
Production Engineering Department
National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli
Phone : +91-431-2503506