Dr. Aravind B N

Professor and Head, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Contact Details
Email ID aravindbn@rithassan.ac.in
Google Scholar ID https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=HDsFZXkAAAAJ
Orcid ID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9331-3713
Vidwaan ID https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/115673
Scopus ID https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uriauthorId=23491386000

 

Education Details
  • Ph D : Image Processing
  • M Tech: Digital Electronics and Communication Systems
  • B.E: Electronics and Communication Engineering

 

Professional Practice
  • Worked as Lecturer, Asst. Prof, Assoc. Prof. & Professor cadres at Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiputr for 13 Years.
  • Presently working as Professor and HOD at Rajeev Institute of Technology, Hassan from July 23, 2018 till date.
 
Publication Details
TEXT BOOK PUBLISHED
  1. Aravind B. N, “Arduino for Beginners: Basics to IoT”, ISBN 9789330376461, Published by BUUKS, April 2021.
  2. Aravind B. N, “A Birds Eye View on ARDUINO”, ISBN 9789389604542, Published by BUUKS, November 2019.
 
BOOK CHAPTERS PUBLISHED
  1. Aravind B N, K V Suresh, Nataraj Urs H D, Yashwanth N and Usha “Image Denoising: Important Methods in Spatial Domain and Transform Domain”, Book Chapter Submitted to CRC Press. (Accepted for Publication).
 
PAPERS PUBLISHED
International Journal Publications
  1. Yogeshwary B H, Aravind B N, Naveen Kumar C M and Yashwanth N, “Performance of SALP Swarm Localization Algorithm in Underwater Wireless Sensor Networks”, Photonics, MDPI, Vol 9, No. 12, December 2022. (https://doi.org/10.3390/photonics9120984)
  2. Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Denoising: A Dual Domain Method,” International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering (IJITEE), Volume-9 Issue-1, pp 1588-1592, November 2019. (Scopus Indexed) (ISSN: 2278-3075, DOI: http://doi.org/10.35940/ijitee.A4555.119119)
  3. Aravind B N, A A Priyanka, Ayesha Tasleem, Tanuja K S and Clarence Christeen Dsouza, “iWALK: An IOT Based Electronic Baton,” International Journal for Research in Engineering & Management (IJREAM), Volume 5, No. 6, pp 1-4, September 2019. (UGC approved) (ISSN : 2454-9150) (DOI : https://doi.org/35291/2454-9150.2019.0410, http://ijream.org/papers/IJREAMV05I0654001.pdf)
  4. Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Two-Step Image Denoising,” Communication and Applied Electronics, Foundation of Computer Science, Newyork, Volume 4, No.2, pp 1-5, January 2016. (ISSN: 2394-4714, doi: http://doi.org/10.5120/cae2016652054)
  5. Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “A Discontinuity Adaptive Prior for Image Denoising,” International Journal of Computer Applications, Volume 110, No.2, pp 14-19, January 2015. (ISBN: 973-93-80884-85-1, doi: http://doi.org/10.5120/19288-0710)
  6. Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Multispinning for Image Denoising,” International Journal of Intelligent Systems, de Gruyter, Volume 21, No.3. pp 271-291, 2012. (Scopus Indexed) (ISSN print: 0334-1860/ISSN(online) 2191-026x, doi: http://doi.org/10.1515/jisys-2012-0012)
 
International Conference Publications
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Denoising: A Dual Domain Approach,” IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Communication, Computer Technologies and Optimization Techniques (ICEECCOT 2018), GSSS Institute of Technology for Women, Mysuru, India, December 14-15, 2018.
  • Shreevyas H M, Sinchana G S, Aravind B N and Choodarathnakara A L, “Impact of and width on IRS-P6 LISS-IV Image using Sobel Filter: Mysore District of Karnataka, INDIA,” 4th International Conference on Science, Technology & Management (ICSTM-2018), Universal review, Volume 7, No. 12, pp. 737-744, December 2018 (Published in UGC approved journal)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Hybrid Image Denoising,” IEEE International Conference on Electronics, Communication, Computer Technologies and Optimization Techniques (ICEECCOT 2017), GSSS Institute of Technology for Women, Mysuru, India, pp 46-49, December 15-16, 2017. (Scopus Indexed)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “An Improved Image Denoising using Wavelet Transform,” IEEE International Conference on Trends in Automation, Communication and Computing Technologies (ITACT 2015), AIT, Bangalore, India, pp 192-195, December 21-22, 2015. (Scopus Indexed)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “A Hybrid Approach for Image Denoising,” International Conference on Intelligent and Autonomous Systems (ICIAS 2015), MCE, Hassan, India, pp 15-20, November 28-29, 2015.
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “MAP-MRF Approach for Image Denoising,” IEEE International Conference on Contemporary Computing and Informatics (IC3I), SJCE, Mysore, India, pp 923-927, November 27-29, 2014. (Scopus Indexed)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Image Denoising: A DAMRF Model,” 5th IEEE International Conference on Signal and Image Processing (ICSIP2014), BNMIT, Bangalore, India, pp 30-35, January 8-10, 2014. (IEEE CPS Computer Society). (Scopus Indexed)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Image Denoising Methods: A Comparison,” International conference on Emerging Computations and Information Technologies (ICECIT2013), Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur, Karnataka, India, pp 18-27, November 22-23, 2013. (Elsevier Publication).
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “A Discontinuity Adaptive MRF Model for Image Denoising,” International Conference on Communication, VLSI and Signal Processing (ICCVSP 2013), Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur, Karnataka, India, pp 85-88, February 20-22, 2013.
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Modified, Optimal Thresholding for Medical Image Denoising”, International Conference on Biomedical Engineering, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal University, Manipal, India. December 10-12, 2011.
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “An Efficient Image Denoising Algorithm Using Hybrid Transform”, Seventh Indian Conference on Computer Vision, Graphics and Image Processing”, IITM, Chennai, India. (December 12-15, 2010). (Showcase presentation).
  • Panduranga H. T and Aravind B. N, “A New Image Encryption Swap-Scan Method”, International Conference on Mathematics and Computer Science (ICMCS 2009), Department of Mathematics, Loyola college, Chennai, India. (January 5-6, 2009).
  • H. T and Aravind B. N, “A New Image Encryption Approach With Dual Carrier Images”, International Conference on Advanced Computing Technologies (ICACT 2008), Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Andrapradesh, India. (December 26-27, 2008).
  • Panduranga H. T and Aravind B. N, “Moving Text Line Detection and Extraction in Video Frames”, International Conference on Information processing (ICIP 2008), (Organized by Dept. of computer science and Engineering, UVCE, Bangalore University), Bangalore, Karnataka, India. (August 8-10, 2008).
 
National Conference Publications
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Wavelet Based Image Denoising using Multi-Spinning”, Third National Conference on Computer Vision, Pattern Recognition, Image Processing and Graphics (NCVPRIPG 2011), Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, BVB, Hubli, Karnataka. (pp 118-121, December 15-17, 2011) (IEEE Computer Society, Proceedings published in IEEE CPS) (Scopus Indexed)
  • Aravind B. N and K. V. Suresh, “Wavelet Based Denoising Using Optimal Thresholding”, National Conference on Image Processing (NCIMP 2010), Gandhigram Rural Institute, Gandhigram, Tamilnadu. (February 12-13 2010).
  • Aravind B. N, Panduranga H. T and K. V. Suresh “Wavelet Theory: A Case Study”, National Conference on Information Systems (NCIS 2009), Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Karnataka. (April 24, 2009).
  • Aravind B. N and Panduranga H. T, “EZW and SPHIT Coding for Wavelet Based Image Compression: A Case Study”, National Systems Conference (NSC 2007), Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Karnataka. (December 14-15, 2007).
  • Choodaratnakara A. L and Aravind B. N, “A Coding Technique Using (JPEG) Discrete Cosine Transform For Image Compression”, National Conference on the Scientific Aspects of Chandrayan-1 and Ancient Indian Concepts on Moon (ALMANAC-07). Dayananda Sagar Institutions, Bangalore, Karnataka. (November29-30, 2007).
  • Panduranga H. T and Aravind B. N, “A Novel Video Compression by Temporal Redundancy Elimination Method”, National Conference on Recent Advances in Computing (NCRAC 2006). Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu. (December 21-22, 2006).
  • Aravind B. N and Shivaprakash Koliwad, “An Overview of JPEG Lossy and Lossless Coding for Continuous Tone Still Images”, Innovations 2005. Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Engineering College, Fatehgarh sahib, Punjab. (November 25-26, 2005).
  • Aravind B. N and Shivaprakash Koliwad, “JPEG: Lossy and Lossless Coding”, National conference on Recent Trends in Electrical Engineering (RTEE-05). K.S.Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode, Tamilnadu. (August 29-30, 2005).
 
WORKSHOPS CONDUCTED
  • “Introduction to IoT Applications”, at Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan on 8th June 2022.
  • “Arduino for Beginners” at East Point College of Engineering and Technology, Bangalore, on 24th October 2019.
  • “Introduction to Embedded Systems using Microcontrollers” at Government Polytechnic, Turuvekere, Tumkur district, on 16th February 2018.
  • “Embedded System Design using Arduino” at Kalpataru Institute of Technology, Tiptur, on 11th and 12th of November 2017.
  • “Arduino and its Programming” at G. Madegowda Institute of Technology, KM Doddi, Maddur, Mandya on 5th and 6th of September 2017.
  • “Embedded systems and hands-on session with Arduino” at Govt. Polytechnic, Hosadurga, Tumkur district on 29th of August 2017.
 
INVITED TALKS
  1. Resource Person for the webinar on “Overview of Image Denoising” organized by Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology, Bangalore (15th May 2021).
  2. Resource Person for Virtual FDP on “Research Opportunities in Signal Processing” organized by VVCE, Mysuru (13th to 17th July 2020).
  3. Invited Talk for students on 5th May 2020 on topic “Introduction to Optical Networks” at Channabasaveswara Institute of Technology, Gubbi, Karnataka. (Online presentation)
 
FDP/WORKSHOP/SEMINARS ATTENDED
  1. “Teaching Learning and Assessment Process as per OBE in Higher Education Institutions in line with NEP 2020”, Organized by Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, 2-3 September 2022. (Online)
  2. “Data Science and Networking”, Organized by Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Rajeev Institute of Technology, Hassan, 25-27 August 2022.
  3. “NBA Accreditation Process”, Organized by IQAC, Rajeev Institute of Technology, Hassan, 23-25 June 2022.
  4. “An overview of Teaching Techniques in Basics of Electronics and Communication Engineering”, (One Week FDP) VTU Human Resource Development Centre, VIAT, Muddenahalli, Chikkaballapur, Karnataka (13-17 December 2021) (Online)
  5. “Outcome Based Education (OBE) and NBA Accreditation”, (One week FDP sponsored by VTU), Dept. of ECE and ME, Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering, Mysore, Karnataka. (December 16-20, 2019)
 
ON-LINE CERTIFICATION
  1. Completed 2 weeks Training of Trainers Programme on “Cyber Security Essentials” held from February 15th to February 28th 2023 conducted by C-DAC Hyderabad, NAASCOM under “Future Skills Prime Programme”.
  2. Swayam Online certification on “Effective Engineering Teaching in Practice”, Jan-Feb 2022 (1 credit, ½ FDP).
  3. AICTE ATAL course on “Telemedicine-The Future Health Care Facility”, Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology, Tumkur, (23rd to 27th December 2021). (Online)
  4. AICTE ATAL course on “Internet of Things (IoT)” organized by JNNC, Shivamogga (4th to 8th January 2021).
  5. AICTE ATAL course on “Block Chain” organized by Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan (3rd to 7th November 2020)
  6. NPTEL Online Certification on “Accreditation and Outcome Based Learning”, Aug-Oct 2019 (2 credits, 1 FDP).
  7. NPTEL Online Certification on “Introduction to Research”, Feb-April 2019, (2 credits, 1 FDP)
Professional Body Membership
  1. The Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE). Fellow Member (FIETE). F191931.
  2. The Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE). Life time membership (LMISTE). LM50778.
  3. Indian Society of Electronics and Communication Engineers. Life time membership (MISECE). M/FR091077.
  4. International Association of Engineers (IAENG), (Membership No. 176314)
  5. Institute For Engineering Research and Publication (IFERP), Professional Membership. (PM67349052)
 
Other Activities
    • VTU Board of Examiners 2022-23
    • Board of Examiners for Electronics & Communication Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan, 2019-20
    • Reviewer for several IEEE Conferences
    • Session chair for Several international conferences
    • Jury member for several Project exhibitions