Dr. Neeraj Prakash Kulkarni

Dr. Neeraj Prakash Kulkarni

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Name: Dr. Neeraj Prakash Kulkarni

Affiliation:
Assistant Professor,
Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU), Lonere, Raigad, Maharashtra, India
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – Savitribai Phule Pune University

Email: ✉️  npkulkarni@dbatu.ac.in
Alternate Email: neerajprakashkulkarni6366@gmail.com

Academic Profiles:


Professional Overview

Dr. Neeraj Prakash Kulkarni is an academician, researcher, and technical consultant specializing in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence integration, and Advanced Manufacturing Systems. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU), Lonere.

His doctoral research focused on the development of an autonomous camouflage color-adaptive robotic system integrated with aerial drone targeting, enemy threat detection, and AI-based automated response mechanisms. He has contributed extensively to intelligent robotic systems, vibration control engineering, thermal system optimization, and AI-assisted manufacturing frameworks.


Research Interests

  • Autonomous Robotics and Defense Technologies
  • Artificial Intelligence Integration in Mechanical Systems
  • Advanced Manufacturing and Smart Fabrication Systems
  • Heat Transfer Enhancement and Thermal Engineering
  • Vibration Analysis and Structural Optimization
  • Mechatronics and Intelligent Automation
  • IoT-based Mechanical and Automotive Systems
  • Renewable Energy and Solar Thermal Applications

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering – Savitribai Phule Pune University
M.Tech in Machine Design (Gold Medalist) – VTU
MBA (Marketing) – YCMOU
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering – Shivaji University


Last Updated: 24 February 2026