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Dr Kana Kanapathipillai
Honorary Senior Lecturer

Dr Kana Kanapathipillai

Engineering
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Dr Sangarapillai Kanapathipillai is a Lecturer with the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. His research interests include:

  • Industrial noise control with particular interest in pipe laggings and saw noise control measures.
  • Structural dynamic analysis, experimental modal analysis.

 
Phone
+61 2 9385 4251
E-mail
s.kanapathipillai@unsw.edu.au
Location
J17/Ainsworth Building 408J
  • Journal articles | 2019
    Shaheen W; Kanapathipillai K; Mathew P; Prusty G, 2019, 'Optimization of compound die punches and double cutting process parameters using finite element analysis', Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part B: Journal of Engineering Manufacture, http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0954405419855507
    Journal articles | 2017
    Zhang X; Kanapathipillai S; Wu T; Peng Z, 2017, 'Frictional behaviour and friction mechanisms of rolling-sliding contact in mixed EHL', Tribology International, 114, pp. 201 - 207, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.triboint.2017.04.032
    Journal articles | 2015
    Gangemi P; Kanapathipillai , 2015, 'Hybrid control and coating of a submerged hull', Journal of Vibration and Control
    Journal articles | 2015
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai K; Randall RB, 2015, 'Sound Transmission Loss of a Panel Backed by a Small Enclosure', Journal of Low Frequency Noise Vibration and Active Control, 34, pp. 549 - 567, http://dx.doi.org/10.1260/0263-0923.34.4.549
    Journal articles | 2014
    Gangemi P; Kanapathipillai S, 2014, 'Submarine structural and acoustic attenuation', Journal of Vibration and Control, pp. 1 - 16, http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1077546314562240
    Journal articles | 2014
    Mohammad Pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Zarrabi K; Manns F; Ho A, 2014, 'Stretch-dependent changes in surface profiles of the human crystalline lens during accommodation: A finite element study', Clinical and Experimental Optometry, pp. 126 - 137, http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/cxo.12263
    Journal articles | 2014
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai S; Randall R, 2014, 'Sound Transmission Loss of Panel Backed by a Small Enclosure', Journal of Low Frequency Noise Vibration and Active Control, 34, pp. 549 - 568, http://multi-science.metapress.com/content/121510/?sortorder=asc
    Journal articles | 2013
    D J; Kanapathipillai S, 2013, 'Experimental and computational validation of a scaled train tunnel model using modal analysis', Frontiers of Mechanical Engineering, 8, pp. 420 - 428, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11465-013-0281-7
    Journal articles | 2013
    Mahmood T; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'A Model for Creep Life prediction of Thin Tube using Strain Energy Density as a function of Stress Triaxiality under Quasi-Static Loading employing Elastic-Creep & Elastic-Plastic-Creep deformation', Frontiers of Mechanical Engineering, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11465-013-0257-7
    Journal articles | 2013
    Mahmood T; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'A Model for Creep Prediction of Thin Tube using Strain Energy Density as a function', Frontiers of Mechanical Engineering, 8, pp. 181 - 186, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11465-013-0257-7
    Journal articles | 2013
    Mahmood T; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'A novel and simple methodology for predicting creep life of welded pressure component employing strain energy density.', Journal of the Institution of Engineers (India): Series D Metallurgical & Materials and Mining Engineering, 94, pp. 65 - 74, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s40033-013-0027-z
    Journal articles | 2013
    Mahmood T; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'Creep Life Estimation of Thick Tube Subjected to Elastic-Plastic-Creep Damage using Uniaxial Strain Energy Density and Multiaxiality Parameter', Engineering Integrity, 34, pp. 6 - 13, http://journalseeker.researchbib.com/?action=viewJournalDetails&issn=13654101&uid=rbb630
    Journal articles | 2013
    Mohamad pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Zarrabi K; Manns F; Ho A, 2013, 'Stretch-Dependent Changes in Surface Profiles of the Human Crystalline Lens: A Finite Element Investigation', Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology
    Journal articles | 2013
    Ortiga J; Kanapathipillai S; Daly B; Hibers J; Varndell J; Varndell J, 2013, 'The sound of urgency: Understanding noise in the Emergency Department', Journal of Music and Medicine, 5, pp. 44 - 51, http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1943862112471999
    Journal articles | 2013
    Tsang M; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'Finite Element Analysis of Notched Bars Subjected to Elastic-Plastic Deformation', World Journal of Engineering, 10, pp. 55 - 64, http://dx.doi.org/10.1260/1708-5284.10.1.55
    Journal articles | 2011
    Kanapathipillai S; Lacis MJ, 2011, 'Estimating the Insertion Losses of simple pipe laggings', Noise Control Engineering Journal, 59, pp. 247 - 257
    Journal articles | 2011
    Lee CH; Kanapathipillai S, 2011, 'Noise level variation in the CBD with height', Australian Acoustical SocietyConference 2011, Acoustics 2011: Breaking New Ground, pp. 439 - 442
    Journal articles | 2000
    Magin DJ; Kanapathipillai S, 2000, 'Engineering Students' understanding of the role of experimentation', European Journal of Engineering Education, 25, pp. 351 - 358
    Journal articles | 1998
    Burgess MA; Williamson HM; Kanapathipillai S, 1998, 'Noise Reduction for Friction Saws', Acoustics Australia, 26, pp. 9 - 12
    Journal articles | 1997
    Kanapathipillai S; Byrne KP, 1997, 'A model for calculating the insertion losses of pipe lagging', Journal of Sound and Vibration, 200, pp. 579 - 587, http://dx.doi.org/10.1006/jsvi.1996.0626
    Journal articles | 1996
    Kanapathipillai S; Byrne KP, 1996, 'Effects of a porous jacket on sound radiated from a pipe', Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, 100, pp. 882 - 887, http://dx.doi.org/10.1121/1.416248
  • Conference Abstracts | 2017
    Ho A; Zhu R; Wai PP; Ruggeri M; Kanapathipillai ; Manns F, 2017, 'Analysis of the mechanical response of in vivo human accommodation from dynamic OCT recording', in ARVO Abstract 325–B0570, ARVO, Baltimore, MD, USA, presented at ARVO Abstract 325–B0570, Baltimore, MD, USA, 07 May 2017 - 11 May 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Kanapathipillai K; Ruber K, 2017, 'Optimization of Conductor Geometry of an Eddy Current Damper', in Morgan C (ed.), Optimization of Conductor Geometry of an Eddy Current Damper, ACAM9@engineersAustralia, Sydney, presented at 9th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, Sydney, 27 November 2017 - 29 November 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Shaheen W; Kanapathipillai ; MATHEW P; PRUSTY G, 2017, 'OPTIMIZATION OF CUTTING GEOMETRY PROFILE FOR A COMPOUND DIE PIERCING PUNCH USING FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS', in Sydney 9th International Conference on " Engineering & Technology, Computer, Basic & Applied Sciences", Sydney 9th International Conference on " Engineering & Technology, Computer, Basic & Applied Sciences", Sydney, Australia, presented at Sydney 9th International Conference on " Engineering & Technology, Computer, Basic & Applied Sciences", Sydney, Australia, 10 April 2017 - 11 April 2017
    Conference Papers | 2017
    Shaheen WHA; Kanapathipillai K; Mathew P; Prusty G, 2017, 'Improving the cutting quality of metal products in compound dies', in Morgan C (ed.), 9th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, ACAM9@engineersAustralia, Sydney, presented at 9th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, Sydney, 27 November 2017 - 29 November 2017
    Conference Posters | 2016
    mohammad Pour ; Devineni S; Kanapathipillai S; Manns F; Ho A; Kanapathipillai K, 2016, 'The Effect of Peripherally Positioned Capsulorhexis in Phaco Ersatz studied using 3D Finite Element Model', Seattle, WA, USA, presented at ARVO Abstract and Poster Presentation #3130, Seattle, WA, USA, 01 May 2016 - 05 May 2015
    Conference Papers | 2015
    Chadha SS; Kanapathipillai S, 2015, 'ASSESSMENT AND PREDICTION OF STRUCTURE-BORNE RAIL NOISE IN DOMESTIC DWELLINGS', in Kessissoglou N; Doolan C (ed.), Acoustics 2015 Hunter Valley, Australian Acoustical Society, Hunter Valley, presented at Acoustics 2015, Hunter Valley, 16 November 2015 - 18 November 2015, https://www.acoustics.asn.au/conference_proceedings/AAS2015/papers/p5.pdf
    Conference Papers | 2015
    mohammad pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Manns F; Ho A, 2015, 'Determining the optomechanical properties of accommodating gel for lens refilling surgery using finite element analysis and numerical ray-tracing', SPIE, San Francisco, presented at Photonics West BiOS, San Francisco, 07 February 2015 - 12 February 2015
    Conference Presentations | 2014
    Ho A; Mohammad Pour H; Manns F; Kanapathipillai S, 2014, 'Optomechanical models of lens accommodation', presented at ARVO Mini- Symposium, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 24 April 2014 - 24 April 2014
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Mohammad Pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Ho A, 2014, 'Finite Element Study on the Effects of GRIN Order on the Accommodative Response of the Human Crystalline Lens', in Manns F; Söderberg P; Ho A (eds.), Finite Element Study on the Effects of GRIN Order on the Accommodative Response of the Human Crystalline Lens, Ophthalmic Technologies XXIV, 89300R, San Francisco, California, United States, pp. 89300R-1 - 89300R-7, presented at SPIE 8930, Ophthalmic Technologies XXIV, 89300R, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 28 February 2014 - 28 February 2014, http://dx.doi.org/10.1117/12.2044430
    Conference Papers | 2014
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai S; Randall R, 2014, 'Investigations of eddy current vibration damping', in Davy, Don, McMinn, Dowsett, Broner and Burgess JCTLNAM (ed.), Proceedings of 43rd International Congress on Noise Control Engineering, 2014 The Australian Acoustical Society, PO Box 1843, Toowong DC QLD 4066, AUSTRALIA, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, pp. 1 - 14, presented at 43rd International Congress on Noise Control Engineering, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 16 November 2014 - 19 November 2014
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Mahmood T; Kanapathipillai S; Chowdhury M, 2013, 'Creep Failure and Life Prediction of Notched Bars using Multi-Axial Strain Energy Density', in WASET, Internatioanl Scientific Council, Melbourne, Australia, presented at World Science, Engineering and Technology International Conference, Melbourne, 16 December 2013 - 17 December 2013, http://www.waset.org/
    Conference Papers | 2013
    Mohammad Pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Manns F; Ho A, 2013, 'The Effects of Gradient Mechanical Properties on Human Visual Accommodation studied using Nonlinear Finite Element Method (FEM)', in Mazumdar P (ed.), Recent Advances in Mechanical Engineering Applications, North Atlantic University Union, Paris, France, pp. 77 - 81, presented at 4th European Conference of Mechanical Engineering, Paris, France, 29 October 2013 - 31 October 2013, http://www.wseas.org/
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Mohamad pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Manns F; Ho A, 2012, 'Effect of anterior zonules transection using a finite', in Effect of anterior zonules transection using a finite, The Acoommodation Club, Miami, FL, USA, pp. 5 - 5, presented at The Accommodation Club - 8th Meeting, University of Miami, Maiami, Florida, USA, 11 May 2012
    Conference Posters | 2012
    Mohamad pour H; Kanapathipillai S; Zarrabi K; Naduvilath T; Naduvilath J; Ho A, 2012, 'Ciliary Stretch-dependent Changes in the Surface Profiles of the Human', University of Miami, pp. 1347/A19 - 1347/A19, presented at ARVO2012, Fort Lauderdale FL, USA, 06 May 2012 - 09 May 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Pramanik M; Kanapathipillai S, 2012, 'Life assessment of welded joints operating within creep range', in Proceedings of 7th Australasian Congress of Applied Mechanics, Engineers Australia, Canberra ACT, pp. 430 - 438, presented at The 7th Australasian Congress on Applied Mechanics, Adelaide, Australia, 09 December 2012 - 12 December 2012
    Conference Papers | 2012
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai S; Randall RB, 2012, 'Application of a TVA with Electrodynamic Shunt Damping for increasing Sound Transmission', in A, International Society of Multiphysics, Lisbon, pp. 43 - 43, presented at MULTIPHYSICS 2012, Lisbon, 13 December 2012
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Lee C; Kanapathipillai S, 2011, 'Noise Level Variation in the CBD with height', in Proceedings of Acoustics 2011, The Australian Acoustical Society, Darlinghurst NSW, pp. 1 - 4, presented at Proceedings of Acoustics 2011, Gold Coast, 02 November 2011 - 04 November 2011
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai S; Feng N; Randall R, 2011, 'Investigations of a tuned vibration absorber with high damping for increasing acoustic panels sound transmission loss in low frequency range', in Australian Acoustical SocietyConference 2011, Acoustics 2011: Breaking New Ground, pp. 158 - 164
    Conference Papers | 2011
    Ruber K; Kanapathipillai S; Feng N; Randall RB, 2011, 'Investigations of a Tuned Vibration Absorber with High Damping for Increasing Acoustic Panels Sound Transmission Loss in Low Frequency Range', in Proceedings of Acoustics 2011, The Australian Acoustical Society, Darlinghurst NSW, pp. 1 - 7, presented at Australian Acoustical SocietyConference 2011: Breaking New Ground, Acoustics 2011, Gold Coast, QLD, 02 November 2011 - 04 November 2011
    Conference Papers | 2010
    Kanapathipillai S; Feng N, 2010, 'Aspects of teaching mechanical engineering design', in ConnectED 2010: proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Design Education, University of New South Wales, Sydney, presented at CONNECTED2010 International Conference on Design Education, Sydney, 28 June 2010 - 01 July 2010
    Conference Papers | 2010
    Kanapathipillai S; Lacis MJ, 2010, 'A review on prediction models for the acoustic performance of pipe lagging', in Proceedings of 20th International Congress on Acoustics ICA 2010, Australian Acoustical Society, Sydney, pp. 1451 - 1453, presented at ICA 2010, Sydney, 23 August 2010 - 27 August 2010
    Conference Papers | 2008
    Zhang RG; Kanapathipillai S, 2008, 'A study of wind induced noise in microphones', in Acoustics 2008, Australian Acoustical Society, Geelong, Australia, pp. 53 - 56, presented at Acoustics 2008: Acoustics and Sustainability, Geelong, Australia, 24 November 2008 - 26 November 2008
    Conference Papers | 2007
    Cianci DT; Kanapathipillai S, 2007, 'Noise in the intensive care unit (ICU)', in ICSV14 2007: 14th International Congress on Sound and Vibration, Cairns, Qld, pp. 1884 - 1891, presented at ICSV14 2007: 14th International Congress on Sound and Vibration, Cairns, Qld, 09 July 2007 - 12 July 2007
    Conference Papers | 2007
    Feng N; Kanapathipillai S, 2007, 'Design education for second year mechanical engineering students', in Design Education, ConnectED 2007 International Conference on Design Education, Sydney, presented at ConnectED 2007 International Conference on Design Education, Sydney, 09 July 2007 - 12 July 2007
    Conference Papers | 2006
    Ford RA; Kanapathipillai S; Kessissoglou N, 2006, 'Two different kinds of practicals in a vibrations class', in 17th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, 17th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Auckland, New Zealand, presented at 17th Annual Conference of the Australasian Association for Engineering Education, Auckland, New Zealand, 10 December 2006 - 13 December 2006
    Conference Papers | 2006
    Lacis MJ; Kanapathipillai S, 2006, 'Calculation of insertion losses of pipe lagging: a Matlab computer program', in Acoustics 2006: Noise of Progress, Christchruch, New Zealand, pp. 265 - 269, presented at Acoustics 2006 Noise of Progress, Christchruch, New Zealand, 20 November 2006 - 22 November 2006
    Conference Papers | 2005
    Kanapathipillai S; Feng N; Magin DJ, 2005, 'Student learning strategies in mechanical engineering design', in Engineering Design and the Global Economy, Melbourne, presented at Engineering Design and the Global Economy, Melbourne, 15 August 2005 - 18 August 2005
    Conference Papers | 1999
    Kanapathipillai S; Byrne KP, 1999, 'On acoustic lagging of pipes', in Don CG (ed.), Australian Acoustical Society conference - Acoustics today, Australian Acoustical Society conference - Acoustics today, Melbourne, pp. 181 - 193, presented at Australian Acoustical Society conference - Acoustics today, Melbourne, 24 November 1999 - 26 November 1999
    Conference Papers | 1998
    Williamson HM; Burgess MA; Kanapathipillai S, 1998, 'Noise Reduction for a Pipe Cutting Operation', in de Gagne D; Scott I; Rollo R (eds.), Spring Environmental Noise Conf, Spring Environmental Noise Conf, Banff Alberta Canada, pp. Paper 7, presented at Spring Environmental Noise Conf, Banff Alberta Canada, 01 April 1998