Dr. Shreyes Melkote

Professor

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Biography

Shreyes N. Melkote holds the Morris M. Bryan, Jr. Professorship at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He earned his Ph.D. from Michigan Technological University in 1993, an M.S. from Washington State University in 1989, and a B.Tech. (Hons.) from IIT Kharagpur, India, in 1987. Since joining Georgia Tech in 1995, he has advanced from Assistant Professor to his current role. His research focuses on Manufacturing and includes specialized areas such as Tribology, precision machining, surface modification, and the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) in manufacturing processes. Notably, Melkote's work on new manufacturing process development emphasizes novel surface modification techniques and advanced industrial robotics, aimed at solving intricate challenges in precision manufacturing. Melkote is actively involved with various industry, government, and internal funding sources to support his research. He has received numerous accolades including the ASME Milton C. Shaw Manufacturing Research Medal and has served in significant roles within the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, enhancing his contribution to the field of manufacturing engineering.

Research Interests

Awards

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Milton C. Shaw Manufacturing Research Medal

2024-01-01
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SME Gold Medal

2023-01-01

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.