Arunachalam Muthiah

Analytical Research Fellow with 10 years in designing, conducting and sharing results of complex research. Selected to represent institution at various academic events. Partnered with faculty and students to achieve excellence in preparation and performance of research related tasks, including Ergonomics analysis and product practices.

• Assistant Professor, Unitedworld Institute of Design (UID), Karnavati University, India, 01/01/2021, 11/30/2023, 3 years, Teaching - Practical & Theory Courses, Research in design and ergonomics using equipment/tools like Questionnaires, Virtual/physical prototyping, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality equipment, etc., Administrative Roles - Research coordinator, NAAC supporting coordinator, and BoS member at the School of Design.
• Research Scholar, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, 01/02/2016, 12/31/2020, 5 years, Conducting advanced human factors research and experiments utilizing specialized tools & techniques such as vibration meters, electromyography (EMG), heart rate monitors, anthropometric kits, Digital Human module software, and force gauge meters., Execute laboratory studies in human performance, proficient in biomedical signal processing and statistical analysis (using SPSS/MATLAB), and contribute to peer-reviewed publications., Using CAD software, Design and implement ergonomic work processes and spaces, adhering to international standards, and perform comprehensive workstation assessments.
• Research Assistant, Politecnico di Torino, 01/30/2015, 11/20/2015, 1 year, Conducted research on - "Standardization of a method for detecting posture and the forces exerted in the work environment."
• Senior Research Fellow, PSG College of Technology, 09/04/2014, 12/31/2014, 4 months, Perform research on the project entitled "Alternate Materials for Improving Dynamic Response and Damping Properties of Machine Tool Structures."
• Design Engineer, Ariv Technologies Pvt. Ltd, 06/06/2011, 05/31/2012, 1 year, Perform the thermal and structural design of mechanical systems using product design methodologies by CAD/CAE-FEA systems.

• Principal Investigator, self, SEED-Karnavati University, India, Complete, 07/08/2021, 06/31/2022, 1917 USD
• Principal Investigator, self, SEED-Karnavati University, India, Complete, 07/20/2022, 06/31/2023, 1512 USD
• Co-Principal Investigator, Dr. Seulchan Lee, National Research Foundation, South Korea, On-going, 12/31/2023, Present, 80,000 USD

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• Incremental and radical-based approaches with flipped classroom techniques have been involved and applied for student-centered learning while teaching the courses "System Design," "Techno-Aesthetic Detailing Design," and "Introduction to Universal Design."
• A learning-by-making-writing approach has been adopted while teaching the course "Research Methodology."
• A participatory and learning-by-doing approach has been adopted while teaching the course "Applied Ergonomics."

• Reviewer & Editorial Board Member-Journal
• Journal of Engineering, Design, and Technology - ISSN: 1726-0531, published by EMERALD Publishers, England
• Advanced Engineering Informatics - ISSN: 1474-0346, published by Elsevier Publishers, The Netherlands
• WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment & Rehabilitation - ISSN: 1051-9815, published by IOS Press Publishers, The Netherlands

• International Association of Engineers (IAENG) [Membership number: 166797]
• Society of Automotive Engineers (SAEINDIA) [Membership number: 7160211007]
• Association of Designers of India (ADI) [Membership number: 33729]

• Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, Department of Design, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati, Assam, 781039, India, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Design, Design considerations for comfortable motorcycle riding posture: Ergonomics perspective, 02/01/2016, 12/31/2021
• PSG College of Technology - Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, Avinashi Rd, Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, 641004, India, Master's Degree, Product design and commerce, Modern & traditional product development approach for a Portable bicycle, 01/09/2012, 05/01/2014
• Anna University, Chennai, 12, Sardar Patel Rd, Anna University, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600025, India, Bachelor's Degree in engineering, mechanical/Automobile, Simulation of I.C engines with biofuels, 09/01/2007, 05/01/2011

• Brain Pool Fellowship - National Research Foundation of Korea (December 2023)
• Design Innovation Centre (DIC) Fellowship - Ministry of Human Resource Development, India (December 2015)