Dr. R. Amuthakkannan is currently working as an associate professor at the National University of Science and Technology, Oman. He has obtained his PhD in Mechanical Engineering (with Software-Based Mechatronics System specialization) from the reputed Technological University named Anna University Chennai, India, in 2008. He obtained his Master’s degree in Mechatronics from one of the premier institutes in India named Madras Institute of Technology, Anna University, Chennai, in 2001. He received his Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering in 1996 from Bharathidasan University, Trichy, India. He also obtained a management degree MBA specialized in systems from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai, India, in 2002. Following his academic qualification, he holds 25 years of experience including 2 years of work experience in a textile industry as an engineer. After his service in industry, he moved to academics where he holds 27 years of work experience as an academician. He has published more than eighty research articles, written two books, and published four patents. He holds his specializations in mechatronics, robotics, solar systems, software quality, software reliability, materials, and supply chain management.