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Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin
Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin

Associate Professor

lalu@niuniv.com

Education
  • Ph.D. - Manufacturing Engineering, Annamalai University (2022)
  • M.E. - Manufacturing Engineering, Annamalai University (2004)
  • B.E. - Mechanical Engineering, CSI Institute of Technology (2002)

Experience
  • Associate Professor/Director, International Affairs, Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education (2023-08-07 - Present)
  • Senior Research Analyst, MatRICS – Materials Research and Innovation Centric Solutions (2022-12-01 - Present)
  • Professor and Head, Training and Placement Cell, Annai Vailankanni College of Engineering (2022-05-17 - 2022-11-25)
  • Associate Professor and Head, Training and Placement Cell, Annai Vailankanni College of Engineering (2021-09-01 - 2022-05-13)
  • Associate Professor, Annai Vailankanni College of Engineering (2019-06-13 - 2021-08-31)
  • Associate Professor, Mar Ephraem College of Engineering and Technology (2012-07-04 - 2019-06-12)
  • Research Associate, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia (2011-08-01 - 2012-03-31)
  • Head of the Department, James College of Engineering and Technology (2010-06-01 - 2011-07-31)
  • Assistant Professor, James College of Engineering and Technology (2009-08-01 - 2010-05-31)

Journal Publications
  • Optimizing explosive welding parameters of Al 5052 - WM - SiCp - Al 1100 composites through microstructural analysis and 3D welding window development by Lalu Gladson Robin, Raghukandan Krishnamurthy, Saravanan Somasundaram, Welding International (2024)
  • Process Parameter Optimization to Achieve Higher Impact Strength in SS316 Wire-Mesh and SiCp Reinforced Aluminum Composite Laminates Produced by Explosive Cladding by Robin, LG (Robin, Lalu Gladson) ; Raghukandan, K (Raghukandan, Krishnamurthy) ; Saravanan, S (Saravanan, Somasundaram), METALS AND MATERIALS INTERNATIONAL (2021)
  • Studies on wire-mesh and silicon carbide particle reinforcements in explosive cladding of Al 1100-Al 5052 sheets by Robin, LG (Robin, Lalu Gladson) ; Raghukandan, K (Raghukandan, Krishnamurthy) ; Saravanan, S (Saravanan, Somasundaram), JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING PROCESSES (2020)
  • Wire Mesh/Ceramic Particle Reinforced Aluminium Based Composite Using Explosive Cladding by Lalu Gladson Robin, Raghukandan Krishnamurthy, Saravanan Somasundaram, Materials Science Forum (2018)
  • EFFECT OF SS 316 WIRE MESH AND SiCP CERAMIC PARTICLES ON EXPLOSIVE CLADDING OF DISSIMILAR ALUMINIUM Al 5052 AND Al 1100 PLATES SUBJECTED TO VARIED LOADING RATIOS by Lalu Gladson Robin, Raghukandan Krishnamurthy, Saravanan Somasundaram, Journal of Manufacturing Engineering (2017)
  • The Redistribution and Alignment of Crystalline Flakes in a Bulk Metallic Glass Composite during Thermoplastic Forming by Xu, WQ (Xu, Wanqiang) ; Robin, L (Robin, Lalu) ; Laws, KJ (Laws, Kevin J.) ; Zheng, RK (Zheng, Rongkun) ; Ferry, M (Ferry, Michael), MATERIALS SCIENCE FORUM (2012)
  • 3D-EBSD Studies of Deformation, Recrystallization and Phase Transformations by Ferry, M (Ferry, Michael) ; Xu, WQ (Xu, Wanqiang) ; Quadir, MZ (Quadir, Md Zakaria) ; Zinnia, NA (Zinnia, Nasima Afrin) ; Laws, K (Laws, Kevin) ; Mateescu, N (Mateescu, Nora) ; Robin, L (Robin, Lalu) ; Bassman, L (Bassman, Lori) ; Cairney, J (Cairney, Julie) ; Humphreys, J (Humphreys, John) ; Albou, A (Albou, Adeline) ; Driver, J (Driver, Julian) , MATERIALS SCIENCE FORUM (2012)
  • The Three-Dimensional Structure of Mg-Rich Plates in As-Cast Mg-Based Bulk Metallic Glass Composites by Robin, L (Robin, L.) ; Laws, KJ (Laws, K. J.) ; Xu, W (Xu, W.) ; Kurniawan, G (Kurniawan, G.) ; Privat, K (Privat, K.) ; Ferry, M (Ferry, M.), METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS TRANSACTIONS A-PHYSICAL METALLURGY AND MATERIALS SCIENCE (2010)
  • Phase redistribution in an in situ Mg-based bulk metallic glass composite during deformation in the supercooled liquid region by Xu, WQ (Xu, Wanqiang) ; Robin, L (Robin, Lalu) ; Zheng, RK (Zheng, Rongkuen) ; Laws, KJ (Laws, Kevin J.) ; Ferry, M (Ferry, Michael), SCRIPTA MATERIALIA (2010)
  • DEFORMATION BEHAVIOR OF GRAVITY CAST MG-3AL-1ZN ALLOY DURING HOT COMPRESSION TEST: A STUDY WITH PROCESSING MAPS by Lalu G Robin, G Ganesan, K Raghukandan, UTS Pillai, BC Pai, MATERIALS FORUM (2005)

Books Published
  • Mechatronics in Motion: A Lab Manual for Automotive Engineering Excellence, ISBN: 978-81-978664-2-5, Publisher: DeltaBox Publishing House
  • Innovation Interconnected: Exploring the Frontiers of Computing and Communication Technologies, ISBN: The Rise of Autonomous Vehicles: Challenges and Opportunities in navigation and Communication, Publisher: San International Scientific Publications
  • EXPLORING THE ADVANCEMENTS, BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES, ISBN: Recent Advancements in Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Publisher: San International Scientific Publications
  • Mechatronics in Automotive Engineering: Concepts and Techniques, ISBN: 9788197866449, Publisher: DeltaBox Publishing House

Patents
  • No patents available.

Conferences
  • Wear performance of microwave annealed electroless Ni-P-TiO2 Composite coating on low carbon steel, ICSTEM'25 (March 15, 2025)
  • Sustainable cement concrette development with fly ash, nanosilca and glass fibers: Reducing cement usage for enhanced environmental impact, ICSTEM'25 (March 14, 2025)
  • Design and Properties of Magnesium-Based Bulk Metallic Glasses: A Focus on Biodegradable Biomedical Implants, ICAFMEA-2025 (February 4, 2025)
  • Enhancing Strength and Corrosion Resistance of Mg-Based Hybrid Composites Through Multi-Ceramic Reinforcement, ICAFMEA-2025 (February 4, 2025)
  • Harnessing Quantum Dots for Next-Generation Solar Cells: Enhancing Efficiency and Stability in Photovoltaic Applications, ICAFMEA-2025 (February 4, 2025)
  • Wire Mesh/Ceramic Particle Reinforced Aluminium Based Composite Using Explosive Cladding, ESHP2016 (September 25, 2016)
  • A STUDY ON Mg FLAKES IN MgCuYZn BULK METALLIC GLASS COMPOSITE, 2009 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition (September 15, 2009)
  • Mg - BASED BULK METALLIC GLASS COMPOSITE, Annual Workshop - 2008 (November 25, 2008)
  • DYNAMIC RECRYSTALLISATION AND FLOW INSTABILITIES IN HOT DEFORMED Mg-3Al-1Zn ALLOY, NMD ATM 2004 (November 17, 2004)
  • INVESTIGATION ON Mg-3Al-1Zn ALLOY THROUGH RING COMPRESSION TESTS, ICCE-11 (August 8, 2004)

Projects
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Making a low-cost chaff cutter out of recycled materials
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Staircase Climbing Trolley

Faculty Development Programs (FDP)
  • Faculty Development Program on Smart Farming: Role of Technology in millets Production - AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program (January 13, 2025 to January 18, 2025)
  • Faculty Development Program on Harnessing Digital Twin Technologies to Industry 4.0 / 5.0 for Sustainable Green Manufacturing - AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program (December 16, 2024 to December 21, 2024)
  • Faculty Development Program on 21st Century Materials: Advancements in Material Science and Technology - AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program (December 9, 2024 to December 14, 2024)
  • Faculty Development Programme on Drone Technology - AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy Faculty Development Program (January 8, 2024 to January 13, 2024)

Online Courses
  • AGRICULTURE, ECONOMICS AND NATURE - Future Learn (March 1, 2025 to April 28, 2025)
  • Energy Literacy Training - SWAYAM (January 6, 2025 to March 8, 2025)

Events Organized
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Advancing Skills for Future Success
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Pathway to USA
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - International Lecture Series - I
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Pep talk on Pathway to UK
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Orientation on Nano Masters Program – Unlock Global Opportunities
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - International Affairs & Opportunities - A journey through the Global Education & Opportunities
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - International Conference on Engineering & Scientific Innovations (ICESI 2015)
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Graduation Ceremony - 2014
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Graduation Ceremony - 2019
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - FESTINO BEATS - 2013
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - EPHRAZE 2014

Awards
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Best Class In-Charge Award
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Best Class In-Charge Award
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Best Teacher Award in Advanced Materials Technology
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Excellence in Anna University Examination Results
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Best Presenter Award at the 42nd National Metallurgist Day- 58th Annual Technical Meeting & International Symposium on Metals & Materials (NMD ATM 2004)
  • Dr. Lalu Gladson Robin - Best Thesis Award for the year 2022 in Faculty of Engineering, Annamalai University

Guest Activities
  • Chief Guest - Independence Day (August 15, 2022)
  • Chief Guest - Independence Day (August 15, 2014)

Additional Contributions
  • Community Service - District Chairman - RI Dist. 3212 (July 1, 2024)
  • Consultancy - General Counsel (May 14, 2024)
  • Consultancy - Research Analyst in Material Science (December 1, 2022)
  • Consultancy - Ideation – Mentor (November 1, 2022)
  • Community Service - President - Rotary Club of Port City Colachel (July 1, 2022)
  • Community Service - President - Rotary Club of Port City Colachel (July 1, 2014)
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