Department of Mechanical Engineering - Faculty of Engineering, KDU

Mrs. HDI Piyumini

BSc Eng. (Hons) (SLIIT), MSc (Engineering & Technology) (TU, Thailand), AMIE (SL), AMIMechE(UK)
Lecturer (Probationary)
Level 3 coordinator – Mechatronic Engineering
Qualifications
Teaching Areas
Research Interests
Publications
Working Experience
Awards & Achievements
  • Qualifications

  • Qualifications

    Academic Qualifications 

    • Master of Science (Engineering and Technology), Thammasat University, Thailand. (2020).
    • Bachelor of Science of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics), Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, (2016).
    • Certificate Program in Teaching methodology in Higher Education, Staff Development Center, KDU (2022)
    • Certificate Program in Teaching methodology in Higher Education, Staff Development Center, SLIIT (2018)

    Professional Qualifications and Affiliations 

    • Associate Member of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka
    • Associate Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, UK
  • Teaching Areas

  • Teaching Areas

    • Control systems Engineering
    • Mechatronics
    • Industrial Automation
  • Research Interests

  • Research Interests

    • Mobile robotics
    • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
    • Industrial Automation
    • Energy optimization
  • Publications

  • Publications

    Publications as Theses/Dissertations

    • Data analysis, optimization and Simulation of an energy -efficient path selection for an unmanned aerial vehicle, Imesha Piyumini Hathiringe Dona, MSc Thesis, Department of Manufacturing Systems and Mechanical Engineering, SIIT, Thammasat University, Thailand.
    • Construction of a Simulator to experiment a Mobile Robot, A Ravendran, H.D.I Piyumini, BSc Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka.

    Papers in International Conference Proceedings (Peer Reviewed)

    • SAHD Batuwantudawa, BWNS Bandara, DAB Jayawardane, HDI Piyumini &IUE Naotunna (2023), “Brain Computer Interface based Smart Wheelchairs: A Review”, at the International Conference on Innovation and Emerging Technologies (ICIET), Colombo, Sri Lanka, (23rd and 24th November 2023) 
    • LUTD Wickramatunga, DC Hewavitharana, TNN Rajapaksha, PSH Pallemulla, & HDI Piyumini, (2023), “A novel gripper-based fabric cut price sorting system
      based on defects, at the 16th International Research Conference (IRC2023), KDU, Colombo, Sri Lanka
    • H.D.I Piyumini and I.U.E. Naotunna. (2022) A Review on the Possible Opportunities for the Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in Sri Lankan Tourism and Hospitality Industry. In Proceeding of 5th Annual International Conference on Business Innovation (ICOBI) , Colombo, Sri Lanka. 2022, pp 521-527.
    • H.D.I Piyumini and Chung-Hao Hsu. (2022) Genetic algorithm-based path planning for an unmanned aerial vehicle considering energy consumption and payload, Abstracts of the 13th Kotelawala Defence University International Research Conference, 29-30 September 2022. pp 20.
    • H.D.I Piyumini, W. Unnanandana, K. Tangboonnont, T. Yokanit, and C.H. Hsu (2020). Design and development of a low-cost, self-charging mobile security robot, In Proc.of 5th World Congress on Engineering and Applications (WCEA – 2020) & 5th International Conference on Business Management, Economics, Social Sciences and Humanities (BMESH – 2020), 14 – 16 December 2020, Bangkok,Thailand p. 144-151.
    • A, Ravendran, H.D.I Piyumini, (2016)”Dynamic Modeling and Control of Wheeled Mobile Robot,” in Proc. of International Research Symposium on Engineering Advancements 2016 (IRSEA 2016), Colombo, Sri Lanka, pp. 96-99
  • Working Experience

  • Working Experience

    • Lecturer (Probationary) at Department of Mechanical Engineering, KDU (2021 - present)
    • Graduate Teaching Assistant at School of Manufacturing Systems and Mechanical Engineering, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University, Thailand. (2019-2020)
    • Assistant Lecturer at Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology. (2017-2019)
    • Visiting Instructor for the Bachelor of Education in Engineering Technology program conducted by SLIIT for National Institute of Education of Sri Lanka.
    • Trainee Engineer at Innovation Center, Brandix Apparel Solution LTD – Casual Wear, Ekala, Ja-Ela.
    • Trainee Engineer at ElectroServ Pvt Ltd, Nugegoda
  • Awards & Achievements

  • Awards & Achievements

    • Best poster award at the 16th International Research Conference of Gen. Sir John Kotelawala Defense University (2023)
    • Recipient of the graduate scholarship for Excellent Foreign Students (EFS) at Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT), Thammasat University

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, KDU offers two bachelor’s degree programmes, namely, BScEngHons in Mechanical Engineering and BScEngHons in Mechatronic Engineering. These four-year undergraduate programmes aim to impart competencies in courses related to Design, Manufacturing, Control Systems, and Information Technology in order to produce graduates who are well equipped to become competent Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineers.The department is playing a dynamic role in the faculty. The presence of qualified panel of lecturers with a wide range of expertise, their academic background, teaching experiences, research capabilities, and industrial exposure make a significant contribution to the overall strength of the department. The department possesses well-equipped laboratories and implements its well-designed curricula in lectures and practical sessions. The department also organises industrial visits and guest lectures, providing further opportunities for the enhancement and consolidation of students’ knowledge. The student intake is expanded by admitting Officers of the Tri-Services and Day Scholars, both local and international. The department strives to maintain the highest standards of education for the Officers from the Tri-Services, Officer Cadets, and Day Scholars to be readily employable in the industry.Why choose Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering?Mechanical Engineers build the world around us. From the tiniest nanotechnology through cars and buildings to aeroplanes and space stations, mechanical engineers are responsible for the design and development of many things. Studying mechanical engineering is a combination of science, mathematics, and computing. The field of mechanical engineering touches virtually every aspect of modern life, including the human body, a highly complex machine. A career in mechanical engineering allows you to build a better future for yourself and the world. Mechanical engineers design and build solutions to a range of problems, improving efficiency across a wide range of industries. By studying mechanical engineering, students can look forward to good job prospects, high salaries, and varied work. Mechanical engineers are always in demand for jobs such as Aerospace engineers, Automotive engineers, Control and Instrumentation engineers, Maintenance engineers, Nuclear engineers, etc.Mechatronic is an emerging field that blends mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science to demonstrate the close integration of these disciplines in product design. The Mechatronic Engineering degree programme offers both theory and practical work in the areas of Automation, Control, Robotics, Engineering design, and applications. The knowledge and skills acquired will be useful to deal with the professional and career development goals of graduates in the future. The designed curriculum also offers a vast area of opportunities for future studies and research as a graduate and even beyond. 

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Address :
Department of Mechanical Engineering,
Facult of Engineering,
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University,
Kandawala Estate,
Ratmalana 10390

Head of the Department : hodmech@kdu.ac.lk
+94-71-0219275

Office : dept_mecheng@kdu.ac.lk
+94-11-2622995 (Ext: 408)

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