Department of Mechanical Engineering – Trinity Academy of Engineering, Pune
Dr. K. B. Gavali
Mechanical Engineering is rightly called Evergreen field owing to its relevance and linkage with other branches of Engineering. It provides wide range of scopes and opportunities for students who pursue this field. It covers a host of subjects like Mechanical Design, Properties of Materials and its Processing, Manufacturing, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Industrial Management, Mechatronics, Robotics and much more.
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The Mechanical Engineering Department of TAE, Pune has well equipped laboratories. Besides high quality teaching, practical knowledge of students is enhanced through expert lectures by eminent persons from industry. The department adopts innovative learning and opportunities for students enabling them to enhance theoretical and professional skills. Department has a team of dedicated faculty members, who strive hard to give their best. Number of faculty members working on Research Projects and published their research work in international conferences and in international journals. The department has set ground zero between faculties and students which facilitates teaching-learning process effectively. The department has been instrumental in pioneering many essential activities which leads to the development of college.
Department Objectives
The educational objectives of Mechanical Engineering Department are to produce competent Engineers who are ready to contribute effectively to the advancement of Mechanical Engineering causes and to accommodate the needs of the community. These objectives are as follows:
- To apply their mechanical engineering education to address the full range of technical and societal problems with creativity, imagination, confidence and responsibility.
- To seek out positions of leadership within their profession and their community.
- To serve as ambassadors for engineering by exhibiting the highest ethical and professional standards, and by communicating the importance and excitement of this dynamic field.
- To retain the intellectual curiosity that motivates lifelong learning and allows for a flexible response to the rapidly evolving challenges of the 21st century.
Dr. Khandu B. Gavali
Designation: Professor & HOD
Qualification: Ph.D. Mechanical, M.Tech. Manufacturing Engineering
Experience: Teaching - 27 years
Area of Interest: Manufacturing, Control System Mechatronics
Email Id: hodmech.tae@kjei.edu.in
Dr. Vyasraj Kakhandki
Designation: Professor
Qualification: PhD (Mech) IIT-Bombay
Experience: Teaching - 38 years
Area of Interest: Theory of Machines, Machine Design, Composite Materials, Engg. Graphics, Solar Energy
Email Id: kakhandki_vj@rediffmail.com
Dr. Manoj K. Chaudhary
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: PhD (Mechanical)
Experience: Teaching - 14 years
Area of Interest: Wind Power, Thermal Energy, Additive Manufacturing, Fluid Mechanics
Email Id: manojchaudhary.tae@kjei.edu.in
Prof. Vijay D. Kolate
Designation: P.G. Coordinator & Assistant Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. (Pursuing), M.E.(Design Engineering)
Experience: 15 Years
Area of Interest: Design, Vibration & Noise, Mechatronics
Email Id: vijaykolate.tae@kjei.edu.in
Prof. Sagar S. Gadakh
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: M.Tech. (Thermal Engineering)
Experience: Teaching: 05 Years
Area of Interest: Machine Design, Additive Manufacturing Process, Friction Stir Welding
Email Id: sagargadakh.tae@kjei.edu.in
Dr. Anuja H. Karle
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: PhD (Composites)
Experience: Teaching - 08 years
Area of Interest: Manufacturing, Composites, Tribology
Email Id: anujakarle.tae@kjei.edu.in
Prof. Vrushali S. Gaikwad
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: ME (Mechanical Design)
Experience: Teaching - 06 years
Area of Interest: Machine Design, Solid Modelling, Engineering Drawing
Email Id: vrushaligaikwad.tae@kjei.edu.in
Prof. Mayur S. Devdhe
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. (Pursuing), M.E. (Design Engineering)
Experience: Teaching - 11 years
Area of Interest: Design, Development, Research, Materials, CAD, FEM
Email Id: mayurdevdhe.tae@kjei.edu.in
Prof. Sandesh B. Mane
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: Ph.D. (Pursuing), M.E.(Heat Power)
Experience: Teaching: 12 Years
Area of Interest: Thermal Engineering, HVAC, Fluid Mechanics, I.C. Engine, CAD
Email Id: sandeshmane.tae@kjei.edu.in
Mrs. Bhagyashree V. Sabale
Designation: Assistant Professor
Qualification: M.E. (Design Engineering)
Experience: Teaching: 10 Years
Area of Interest: Design, Automation, Manufacturing, Robotics
Email Id: bhagyashreesabale.tae@kjei.edu.in
Mr. Kundlik Atmaram Konde
Designation: Fitter Instructor
Qualification: ITI, MA
Experience: 15 years
Email Id: kundlikkonde.tae@kjei.edu.in
Mr. Sagar Kumar Nigade
Designation: Sheet Metal Instructor
Qualification: HSC, ITI
Experience: 15 years
Email Id: sagarnjgade.tae@kjei.edu.in
Mr. Pravin Shivaji Bhongale
Designation: Welder
Qualification: SSC, ITI
Experience: 13 years
Email Id: prajaktajagtap.tae@kjei.edu.in
Mr. A. Y. Kamthe
Designation: Lab Assistant
Qualification: ITI, NCVT
Experience: 10 years
Area of Interest: Well versed with Windows XP, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint & Internet
Email Id: aykamthe@gmail.com
Mr. M. G. Badadhe
Designation: Peon
Qualification: H.S.C
Experience: 09 years
Experience in Industry: 01 year
Email Id: manoj.badadhe@gmail.com
CAD/CAM LABORATORY
DYNAMICS OF MACHINERY LABORATORY
THEORY OF MACHINES LABORATORY
HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS LABORATORY
MECHATRONICS LABORATORY
METALLURGY MATERIAL SCIENCE LABORATORY
METROLOGY & QUALITY CONTROL LABORATORY
PROJECT / P. G. RESEARCH LABORATORY
THERMODYNAMICS LABORATORY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE LABORATORY
TURBOMACHINERY LABORATORY
REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING LABORATORY
HEAT & MASS TRANSFER LABORATORY
WORKSHOP / MACHINE SHOP
DRAWING HALL
R&D Updates (Faculty)
| Sr. | Faculty | Paper Title | Journal | Published | Indexing | Paper Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Kolate Vijay D. Dr. Chaudhary Manoj K. Mr. Mayur Devdhe Mr. Mane Sandesh B. |
Digital twin–enabled model predictive control in additive manufacturing: critical review, research challenges, and future directions | Materials and Manufacturing Processes | Nov 2025 | SCI | View Paper |
| 2 | Dr. Karle Anuja H. | Experimental Investigation and Optimization of Wollastonite and Tungsten Disulfide Reinforced Epoxy Composites by AHP-TOPSIS Approach | Materials Performance and Characterization | Aug 2025 | Scopus | View Paper |
| 3 | Dr. Karle Anuja H. | Nanocellulose - A Novel Material for Military Sector | International Journal of Vehicle Structures and Systems | Nov 2025 | Scopus | View Paper |
| 4 |
Mr. Kolate Vijay D. Dr. Chaudhary Manoj K. |
SMART SOLAR TRACKER SYSTEM FOR MAXIMIZING SOLAR PANEL EFFICIENCY | Power System Protection and Control | May 2026 | Scopus | View Paper |
| 5 |
Mr. Kolate Vijay D. Dr. Chaudhary Manoj K. |
Smart Solar Tracker System for Maximizing Solar Panel Efficiency | Research and Development in Machine Design | April 2026 | Scopus |
Zenodo Journal |
| Sr. | Faculty | Co Authors | Paper Title | Conference | Date | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. K. B. Gavali | Nikhil Sambhaji Khuspe, Vedant Mehatre, Rushikesh Pawar | Optimization of CNC Router Machine | 3rd International Multidisciplinary Conference on Research, Technology & Engineering (ImCReTE-2026) | 11/04/2026 | 978-81-999684-1-7 |
| Sr. | Faculty | Authors | Title | Publisher | Date | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manoj Kumar Chaudhary | Rupesh J Patil, Sagar Gadakh | Design and Analysis of Bladeless Wind Turbine at Low Wind Speed | International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Applications (Springer) | April 2025 | 2367-3389 |
| Sr. | Faculty | Award | Agency | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. M. K. Chaudhary | Best Faculty | KJEI, Pune | 15/08/2025 |
| Sr. | Faculty | Application No. | Title | Registration Date | Published Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. M. K. Chaudhary Dr. K. B. Gavali |
202521024518 | Design And Development of Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger by using Serpentine Tube For Enhancement Of Heat Transfer Rate. | 19/03/2025 | 05/09/2025 |
Curriculum Overview
Curriculum is based on various advancements in technology & trends.As our institute is affiliated under Pune university, it follows the syllabus laid by university of Pune.The syllabus are as follows
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MCA Department
Batch 2022–2024
I would like to express my gratitude towards TAE for helping me throughout my course and providing opportunities to have tremendous knowledge beyond the field of studies.
The campus curriculum and lots of competitions like hackathon helped me to increase my knowledge. The guidance and support from our faculty members helped me to achieve my dream job by cracking exams of government departments like PWD and ZP.
Ms. Payal B. Lawande
Civil Department
Batch 2020–2024
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The various training sessions conducted throughout the semesters played a crucial role in my professional development. Be it aptitude practice, technical workshops, or soft skills sessions, each one helped me become job-ready and boosted my confidence to perform well in interviews and beyond.
Ms. Harshita Gaikwad
Computer Department
Batch 2020–2024
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I, Aditya Sharma, a proud SE Mechanical Engineering student at Trinity Academy of Engineering, sincerely appreciate my institution for its diverse student clubs.
As an SAE Club member, I have experienced innovation, teamwork, and hands-on learning, reigniting my passion for mechanical engineering.
With the college’s guidance and resources, we are inspired to excel.
I am grateful to be part of an institution that values both academics and co-curricular growth.
Thank you for empowering us to dream big!
Mr. Aditya Sharma
Mechanical Department
Batch 2020–2024
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My experience at Trinity Academy of Engineering is great and memorable.
The teachers and mentors are really helpful and helped me to improve my academic and interpersonal skills.
I express my sincere gratitude to the t&p cell for providing me with various opportunities in multiple companies including corizo,ediglobe, rinex. I thank to the department and the staff
Ms. Arti Chaudhari
IT Department
Batch 2024–2025
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