Karthikeyan N holds an M.E. in Engineering Design from Anna University (2015) and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at VIT Vellore. He has eight years of academic experience, including roles as an Assistant Professor at Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering and Technology (2015-2022) and a Lecturer at Selvam College of Technology (2012-2013). His research interests encompass polymeric matrix composites, natural fibers, adhesive-bonded joints, and advanced characterization techniques, with expertise in numerical simulation, DOE, prediction, and optimization. He has successfully completed four NPTEL courses, including #TOPPER in Mechanics of Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composite Structures, and has participated in several ATAL FDP programs. He is proficient in NBA and NAAC accreditation processes and has handled a wide range of mechanical engineering courses. He is actively seeking postdoctoral and research-related positions in both academia and industry. Email id: karthimech85@gmail.com http://www.scopus.com/inward/authorDetails.url?authorID=58137448400&partnerID=MN8TOARS https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6383-661 https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=-0aaeeUAAAAJ&hl=en