Dinu Thomas Thekkuden
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Dinu Thomas Thekkuden is a researcher specializing in welding process monitoring, statistical feature analysis, and real-time quality assessment in gas metal arc welding (GMAW). His work focuses on leveraging voltage and current signatures as key indicators for weld integrity, particularly in v-groove joints. In his most-cited paper, "Response surface analysis of statistical features of voltage and current in a GMAW powersource on welding v-groove joints" (2020, 3 citations), Thekkuden systematically investigates how welding parameters—such as stick-out distance and shielding gas composition—interact to influence electrical signals. By applying response surface methodology, he demonstrates that statistical features of welding current and voltage can serve as reliable proxies for weld quality, offering a non-invasive, real-time monitoring approach. This contribution is significant for advancing automated welding systems and reducing post-weld inspection costs. Though early in his citation trajectory, Thekkuden’s work bridges experimental welding science and practical industrial monitoring, laying groundwork for future studies in adaptive control and defect detection. His research is particularly valuable for students and engineers seeking data-driven solutions for process optimization in manufacturing.
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