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Name                                                  Prof. D. S.  Prakash Rao

Date of birth                                       17. June, 1947

Nationality                                          Indian

Present Address                                 Director, Aurora’s Scientific, Technological and

Research Academy, Bandlaguda

Hyderabad 500 005

India

 

E – mail                                                profprao@gmail.com            

Web site                                               prao2004.tripod.com

Telefax                                     91 40 2444 3163  (O)   2766 7059 (H),     

Mobile                                                 984 940 9219

           

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

 

Institution

Degree

Year

Class

Osmania University

Hyderabad, India

Bachelor of Engineering

(Civil Engineering)

1963 – 68

First class

with distinction

Indian Institute

of  Science, Bangalore, India

Master of Engineering

(Structural Engineering)

1968 - 70

First class

with distinction

University of  Melbourne,  Australia

Ph.  D.

1988

 

 

EMPLOYMENT

 

Organization

Designation

Year

Aurora’s Scientific, Technological and Research Academy, Hyderabad, India

Director
July, 2007 - 

University of College of Engineering (Autonomous), Hyderabad, India

Professor and Head
1997 - 2007

 

Stuttgart University, Germany

 

Visiting faculty

           

Nov. and Dec. 2002

 

Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, India

 

Professor

and Head

 

1992  - 1997

V. R. Siddhartha Engineering

College, Vijayawada, India

Professor

and Head

1991  - 1992

Birla Institute of Technology and

Science, Pilani, India

Professor

 

1988  - 1990

 

University of Melbourne, Australia

 

Tutor

 

1984 - 1988

 

Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia

 

Tutor

 

1984 - 1988

 

Universitaet Stuttgart, Germany

 

DAAD fellow

 

1977 - 1979

 

Structural Engineering

Research Centre, India

Scientist  ‘E’

(Professor’s grade)

Scientist  ‘C’

(Reader’s grade)

Scientist  ‘B’

1982 - 1984

 

1975 - 1982

 

1971 - 1975

 

EXPERIENCE

 

A. In India

 

Worked for about fourteen years with the Structural Engineering Research Centre, Roorkee, India, a premier organisation of research in structural engineering. The responsibilities as a scientist involved mainly participation in various research and design projects, and providing consultancy services and training facilities to other organisations and engineering students. Other responsibilities included working on the committees of the Indian Standards Institution, and the Indian Roads Congress for drafting various codes of practice.

            The projects participated included various aspects of bridge structures, prestressed concrete structures, composite structures, non-destructive testing, testing of beam models, studies on bridge loadings, live load studies on bridges, and preparation of design aids and computer software.

            During the stay of about fourteen years with the Structural Engineering Research Centre, published more than 40 research papers, 14 research reports and one handbook on design tables for concrete bridge deck slabs, attended several conferences and seminars, and contributed discussions on several publications.

            Worked with the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, V. R. Siddhartha  Engineering College, Vijayawada, Chaitanya  Bharathi Institute of Technology, Hyderabad and University College of Engineering (Autonomous), Hyderabad after returning to India in 1988.  In addition, conducted post-graduate classes for the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, and for the Regional Engineering College, Warangal (off-campus centre at Hyderabad).

            The responsibilities included teaching structural analysis and design, CAD, Theory of Elasticity, Plasticity, Plates and Shells, and the FEM to under-graduate and post-graduate students, supervising the research projects at under-graduate, post-graduate and doctoral levels, providing consultancy services, participating on various committees, and carrying out research on various aspects of civil engineering.  Recorded more than 30 lectures on strength of materials and theory of structures.

            Other activities include developing course materials and courses, and interaction with other organisations such as Engineering Staff College of India, National Council of Cement and Building Materials and National Academy of Construction in training professional engineers.

            Supervised several post-graduate and under-graduate projects. Conducting several site visits, and developed computer programs for the use and training of students. Prepared lecture notes for various courses on structural analysis and design.

            Published a handbook on bridge deck slabs, a professional book on detailing of reinforcement, a monograph on durability of concrete structures, and four textbooks on structural analysis and strength of materials for under- and post-graduate students.

            Several under- and post-graduate students, who were supervised, published technical papers in professional journals and conferences in India and overseas.  Presently supervising seven doctoral candidates.

            An active consulting engineer, and a member, and chairman of enquiry and advisory committees of Municipal Corporation, Hyderabad, High Court, Andhra Pradesh, and Institution of Engineers (India), AP State Centre, and member, State Dam Safety Inspection Committee.  Investigated the safety and quality of construction of flyovers at Hyderabad, India

Presently, working with Aurora’s Scientific, Technological and Research Academy, Hyderabad, India.

 

B. In Germany

 

Worked with the Institut fuer Massivbau, University of Stuttgart as a fellow of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) on deputation. The research program was preceded by an intensive German language course at a Geothe Institut in Germany, which imparted good proficiency in the language at an advanced (Mittelstufe) level.

            The studies at the University of Stuttgart included advanced techniques, such as the methods of incremental launching and free cantilever construction, analysis and design of concrete structures with particular reference to box girder bridges, and advanced analysis using several software packages, besides developing computer programs for analysis and design of concrete structures.

            Visited several construction sites and manufacturing units to learn about the techniques adopted in Europe. Prepared research reports in German on the analysis of box girders subjected to distortional loading, box girders without support diaphragms, analysis of concrete members under combined bending, shear and torsion.

            A few papers based on these investigations were brought out in various journals, such as Beton- und Stahlbetonbau (in German), the Journal of the American Concrete Institute, Concrete International (ACI), and the Indian Concrete Journal. The stay in Germany also provided an opportunity to attend several international seminars and conferences, and to interact with leading engineers and experts of industry.

            Visited Germany under the re-invitation programme of the DAAD to work with the Institute fuer Leichtbau Entwerfen und Konstruieren (Institute for Lightweight Structural Conceptual Design and Construction), Stuttgart University (1. November – 30 December 2002) for two months.  The visit was intended to study the current developments in structural design and construction.  

 

C. In Australia

 

Worked for doctorate degree with the Department of Civil and Agricultural Engineering, University of Melbourne. The research project dealt with thermal stresses in concrete bridges due to insolation effects. These stresses, not usually considered in the design of bridges, have led to distress in several structures.

            The investigations have led to the development of design temperature distributions for concrete bridges of various configurations for the ambient data in Melbourne, Australia and in New Delhi, India. Comprehensive studies on the influence of various parameters on thermal stresses were carried out, and the stresses under the temperature distributions recommended by various codes of practice were compared. Variation of thermal stresses in bridges curved in plan, and in non-prismatic structures was also reported. The effects of creep on thermal stresses were investigated, and a critical review of literature on various aspects of thermal stresses was presented. A comprehensive document on the major computer programs developed on these aspects was also prepared.

 

Thesis title:    Design temperature distributions and thermal stresses in concrete bridges

 

            These investigations were broad based, and were published in the proceedings of international conferences and journals of various countries, such as Australia, India, Libya, Singapore and the U. S. A.

            Apart from the research program, the stay with the University of Melbourne provided an opportunity to gain teaching experience as well. The subjects handled included Mechanics of Solids, Concrete Structures, Computer Programming, Steel Structures, and Introduction to Engineering. These courses were taught at the Departments of Civil and Agricultural Engineering, and Architecture and Building Science of the University of Melbourne, and at the Department of Civil and Aeronautical Engineering of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.

The stay provided rich experience through interaction with various professionals and experts, and through helping other graduate students.

            Attended several seminars and conferences, and presented papers on the research investigations completed from time to time. Visited several construction sites and manufacturing units to gain insight into the new developments in construction industry, besides conducting site visits for the students of the University.

 

AWARDS AND HONOURS

 

Fellowships and university awards

1.      University merit scholarship for standing first in the class during under-graduate studies, 1967-68

2.      Gold medal for standing first in the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) examination, 1968

3.      Post-graduate scholarship during the studies for the degree of Master of Engineering (Structures), 1968-70

4.      DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) fellowship for advanced research at Stuttgart University, Germany, 1977-79

5.      DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) fellowship (Reinvitation programme), Stuttgart University, Germany, 2002.

6.      University of  Melbourne  scholarship  for undertaking research work leading to Ph.  D.  Degree, 1984-88

7.      Writing-up award of the University of Melbourne to prepare technical articles for publication, 1988

 

Professional awards

 

8.      ACCE – Nagadi Award for the best publication in Civil Engineering (Association of Consulting Civil Engineers  (India)), 1997

9.      Bharat Ratna Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya Award for the outstanding contribution in the field of engineering (Government of Andhra Pradesh, and the Institution of Engineers (India), AP State Centre), 1998

10.  ISTE National award for outstanding contribution as a college teacher, Indian Society for Technical Education, New Delhi, 1999

11.  Vocational Excellence Award for the year 2001, Rotary Club of Bhagyanagar, RI Dist. 3150, Hyderabad, India

12.  Bharat Gaurav Award, India International Friendship Society, New Delhi, 2002

13.  Best Teacher Award, University College of Engineering (Autonomous), Hyderabad, 2002 - 2003

14.  Best technical paper award, Institution of Engineers (India), A. P. State Centre, 1994,  1997,  1998, 2001, 2002

15.  Outstanding Concrete Technologist 2007, Indian Concrete Institute, AP Hyderabad Centre – Ultratech Endowment Award

 

Biographical Directories

 

16.  International Man of the Year,1999 – 2002,  American Biographical Institute Inc.

17.  Honorary Member, Research Board of Advisors, American Biographical Institute Inc.,  1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003

18.  Distinguished Leadership Award, American Biographical Institute Inc.1999, 2000

19.  2 000   Outstanding Intellectuals of the 20th Century, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000

20.  Outstanding Personality of the 20th Century,  International Biographical Centre, Cambridge,  2000

21.  Outstanding People of the 20th Century,  International Biographical Centre, Cambridge,  2000

22.  Meritorious Achievement, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000

23.  20th Century Award of Achievement, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000

24.  Nominated for the 2 000 Millennium Model of Honor, American Biographical Institute Inc.

25.  20th Century Award of Achievement, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000

26.  Outstanding Man of the 20th Century, American Biographical  Institute Inc.

27.  1  000   Leaders of World Influence,   American Biographical Institute Inc.

28.  International Man of the Year 2  000 – 2  001,  International Biographical Centre, Cambridge

29.  ‘Who  is  Who’, International Directory, American Biographical Institute Inc., 2000 - 2006

30.  ‘Who  is  Who’, International Directory, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000 - 2006

31.  Marquis Who  is  Who, International Directory, 2000 - 2006

32.  2  000   Outstanding scholars of the 20th Century, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2000

33.  Nominated for the 2 000  Commemorative Millennium Medal of Honor, American Biographical Institute Inc.

34.  Dictionary of International Biography, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2001

35.  International Cultural Diploma of Honour, American Biographical Instt Inc., 2000

36.  International Intellectual of the Year 2001, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2001

37.  2000 Outstanding Scientists of the 21st Century, International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2001

38.  American Medal of Honor, American Biographical Institute Inc.

39.  1 000 Great Asians,  International Biographical Centre, Cambridge, 2002

40.  Nominated to The 100 most intriguing people of 2002, American Biographical Institute Inc.

41.  Who is Who, Institution of Engineers (India)

42.  Afro – Asian Who’s Who, 2006, 2007

43.  Marqui’s Who’s Who in Science and Engineering, 2006, 2007

44.  Marqui’s Who’s Who in Asia, 2006, 2007

 

Awards for photography and philately; published several short stories and articles

 

Member, Panel of Arbitrators, Construction Industry Arbitration Association, Construction Industry Development Centre – Singapore International Arbitration Centre, New Delhi, India

 

Member, Special Dam Safety Inspection Committee, Government of Andhra Pradesh, India

 

Member, Academic Board, Engineering Staff College of India, Hyderabad

 

Certified Thermographer, Infrared Training Centre, Stockholm, Sweden

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

Books    (Handbook 1,   professional books 2, textbooks 4)                                                     7

 

Technical Papers

National and international journals                                                                     over      50

National and international conferences / workshops                                           about  300

Research, design and consultancy reports                                                          about  450

Lecture notes, discussions on papers and computer manuals

 

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL ORGANISATIONS

 

1.      Fellow, Institution of Engineers (India)

2.      Chartered Engineer, India

3.      Professional Engineer, India

4.      Fellow,      Indian Concrete Institute, Chennai, India

5.      Fellow,      Indian Institution of  Bridge Engineers

6.      Fellow,     Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India)

7.      Member,   Indian Society for Technical Education

8.      Member,   Eye Bank Association of India

9.      Member,   Osmania Graduates’ Association, Hyderabad, India

 

EXPERT LECTURES

 

Delivered expert lectures at the training programmes for senior engineers of various organisations, and guest lectures at educational institutions. These include

 

1.      Administrative Staff College of India, Hyderabad

2.      Andhra Pradesh Academy of Rural Development, Hyderabad

3.      Centre for Environmental Planning and  Technology, Ahmedabad

4.      Central Training Institute (Roads and Buildings Department), Hyderabad

5.      Engineering Staff College of India, Hyderabad

6.      National Academy of Construction, Hyderabad

7.      National Council of Cement and Building Materials, Hyderabad

8.      National Institute of Technology, Warangal

9.      Structural Engineering Research Centre, Chennai

10.  State Institute for Public Administration and Rural Development, Agartala, Tripura

11.  Dr. MCR Human Resources Development Institute, Hyderabad

 

HONORARY CONSULTANT

 

1.      Span Consultants Pvt. Ltd, Consulting Engineers, Architects and Planners, New Delhi

2.      MC Consultants, Hyderabad

3.      Trinity Engineering Associates, Hyderabad

4.      AP Associates, Hyderabad

 

LANGUAGES KNOWN       English, German, Hindi, Telugu

 

HOBBIES

Reading, Writing, Travelling,   Philately, numismatics, photography, and dramatics.

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

For List of Publications please click on this LINK.       PUBLICATIONS

 

 

 

 


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