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Dr. Chethan K N

Also known as: Chethan K N

Manipal Institute of Technology, New Jersey Institute of Technology

ORCID iD 0000-0002-9399-685X
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About

I am an Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical Engineering at the Manipal Institute of Technology, a constituent institution of Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India. My research focuses on computational biomechanics, finite-element modeling, advanced manufacturing, and biomedical simulation, with a particular emphasis on understanding the mechanical behavior of implants, biological tissues, and medical devices under physiological conditions.

I hold a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, an M.Tech in Manufacturing Engineering & Technology, and a Ph.D. in Computational Biomechanics. In 2022, I completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA, where I worked on patient-specific modeling, numerical simulation, and optimization of biomedical implant designs. This experience strengthened my expertise in orthopedic biomechanics, image-based modeling, and high-fidelity computational workflows used to improve implant performance and support clinical decision-making.

My research contributions span hip prosthesis biomechanics, dual-mobility contact mechanics, polyethylene wear behavior, dental implant drilling mechanics, bone–implant interaction, and optimization of implant geometry and biomaterials. I integrate CT-based anatomical reconstruction, nonlinear material characterization, and dynamic finite-element simulations to investigate biomechanical performance and long-term implant durability. I have authored or co-authored more than 75 publications, including peer-reviewed journal articles, review papers, and conference contributions across biomechanics, materials engineering, automotive engineering, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

At MIT Manipal, I teach courses in manufacturing systems, engineering design, materials engineering, and computational methods, while supervising undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral research. I also contribute to academic administration and institutional development, including B.Tech Honors program coordination, departmental budgeting and procurement, ISO processes, NAAC/IQAC quality initiatives, and international student mobility programs such as MOOG and IAESTE. In addition, I serve as a Sports Advisor at MIT Manipal, supporting student engagement and extracurricular development.

My work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration between engineers, clinicians, and researchers to develop computational models and simulation tools that enhance implant longevity, surgical planning, and patient-specific treatment strategies. Broadly, my goal is to bridge engineering and medicine through advanced computational modeling and translational biomechanics research, contributing to the development of innovative and reliable biomedical technologies.

I welcome collaborations, research partnerships, and interdisciplinary opportunities in biomechanics, biomedical device development, and computational engineering.

Employment

  • Manipal Institute of Technology Associate Professor
    2026 - Present
  • Manipal Institute of Technology Associate Professor
    2023 - 2025
  • New Jersey Institute of Technology Post Doctoral Research Associate
    2022 - 2022
  • Manipal Institute of Technology Assistant Professor- Senior Scale
    2017 - 2023
  • Manipal Institute of Technology Assistant Professor
    2012 - 2017

Education

  • New Jersey Institute of Technology Post Doctoral Research Associate
    2022 - 2022
  • Manipal Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Computational Biomechanics
    2016 - 2020

Projects & Funding

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Publications (84)