Dr. Ramesh Babu D

Smart Cold Chain Analytics for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Exporters in Telangana, India K Prasanthi, RB Damarla, VK Rao, C Sricharan Analytics for Sustainable Refrigeration and Cold Supply Chains, 257-299, 2026

Blockchain‐Enabled Cold Chain Management Using IoT and Smart Contracts U Desai, T Sampath Kumar, D Ramesh Babu, D Mahesh, KS Rao Analytics for Sustainable Refrigeration and Cold Supply Chains, 111-133, 2026

Future Research Directions: Digital Twins, Circular Cold Chain Economies, and Climate Resilience D Ramesh Babu, KV Narasimha Rao Analytics for Sustainable Refrigeration and Cold Supply Chains, 425-445, 2026

Ramesh Babu, D.; Sengupta, R.; Singh, S.P. (2025). Reinforcement learning in food industry applications: AI and ML applications in apple cold chain logistics. Artificial Intelligence in Food Science: Transforming Food and Bioprocess Development (Elsevier). https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-26468-9.00010-2

Arora, R.; Damarla, R. (2026). Leveraging Generative AI for Enhancing Employee Retention and Recruitment Efficiency in Supply Chain Systems. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (Proceedings of Data Analytics and Management), 234-245. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-02949-2_20

Arora, R.; Damarla, R.B. (2025). Generative AI-Augmented Federated Learning for Vehicle Routing in Supply Chain Management With Human Resource Management and Low-Carbon Emission in IIoT. IEEE Internet of Things Journal, 12(18), 39061-39076. https://doi.org/10.1109/JIOT.2025.3588189 (SCI Q1 top 10% )

Arora, R.; Damarla, R.B. (2025). A Review on Generative AI Powered Talent Management, Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies: Applications, Benefits, and Challenges. Procedia Computer Science, 260, 683-691. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2025.03.247

Arora, R.; Damrala, R.B. (2025). Impact of Generative AI on Talent Management and Retention: Use Cases, Challenges, and Open Issues. Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems (Innovative Computing and Communications), 345-357. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-7523-4_25

Jabeen, G.; Goli, G.; Kafila; Babu, R. (2025). Transforming Education with AI: Teachers' Views, Challenges, and Pathways to Success. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 38(Special Issue 2), 127-136. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2025/v38is2/25016

Ashoka, H.; Pradeep, S.; Manjunath, K.; Nijaguna, G.S.; Babu, D.R. (2025). Advances in Machine Learning for QSAR Modeling: Enhancing Drug Discovery through Predictive Precision and Data Integration. Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques for Engineering Applications (CRC Press), 106-123. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003473442-8

Raju, M.S.P.K.; Damarla, R.B. (2025). Significance of Sustainable Entrepreneurship for Inclusive Economic Growth. Sustainable Economy Models in the Age of Industry 5.0 (Springer), 161-177. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-4104-8_10

Babu, D.R.; Sengupta, R.; Rao, K.V.N.; Desai, U.; Chauhan, S. (2024). Machine Learning-Based Remote Monitoring and Predictive Analytics System for Apple Harvest Storage: A Statistical Model Based Approach. Studies in Computational Intelligence (Computational Intelligence in Internet of Agricultural Things), 49-77. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-67450-1_3

Babu, D.R.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Mohan Rao, S.J.; Goli, G.; Rao, N.S. (2024). Firmness and TSS at Retail Outlets. Proceedings - 2024 3rd International Conference on Computational Modelling, Simulation and Optimization (ICCMSO 2024), IEEE, 255-260. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCMSO61761.2024.00059

Goli, G.; Babu, D.R.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Rao, S.; Damarla, S.; Manivannan, M.; Rakesh, G. (2024). Design of Air Filtration Mask with Humidity Control. Proceedings - 2024 3rd International Conference on Computational Modelling, Simulation and Optimization (ICCMSO 2024), IEEE, 249-254. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCMSO61761.2024.00058

Mullapudi, V.S.; Goli, G.; Gade, S.; Babu, D.R. (2024). Impact of ICT on Enhancing Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination: A Case Study of Farmers in Coastal Andhra Region. Proceedings - 2024 3rd International Conference on Computational Modelling, Simulation and Optimization (ICCMSO 2024), IEEE, 228-231. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCMSO61761.2024.00054

Goli, G.; Babu, D.R.; Rao, K.V.N.; Rao, N.S. (2024). Biodegradable Plastic Usage: Critical Analysis from Users Point of View. Proceedings - 2024 3rd International Conference on Computational Modelling, Simulation and Optimization (ICCMSO 2024), IEEE, 204-209. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICCMSO61761.2024.00050

Ramesh Babu, D.; Goli, G.; Shrihari, S.; Rao, K.V.N.; Rao, N.S. (2024). Suitability Analysis of Project Management Techniques to Multi-disciplinary Student Project Plans. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 38(1), 44-50. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2024/v38i1/24172

Goli, G.; Babu, D.R. (2024). Cultivating a Culture of Innovation Nurturing Entrepreneurial Spirit and Startup Mindset in Engineering Education. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 37(Special Issue 2), 113-120. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2024/v37is2/24030

Babu, D.R.; Goli, G.; Rao, K.V.N.; Rao, N.S. (2023). Effectiveness in Online Professional Education: Influences of Technology, LMS, Personal Factors and Teaching Aids. Journal of Engineering Education Transformations, 36(3), 170-178. https://doi.org/10.16920/jeet/2023/v36i3/23109

Damarla, R.B.; Rao, K.V.N. (2022). Factors affecting firmness loss in apples during postharvest handling and cold/controlled atmosphere storage in India: A review. Journal of Applied Horticulture, 24(1), 98-104. https://doi.org/10.37855/jah.2022.v24i01.19

Damarla, R.B.; Rao, K.V.N. (2022). Investigations into the pre-cooling rates of apples in controlled atmosphere storage chambers. Journal of Applied Horticulture, 24(2). https://doi.org/10.37855/jah.2022.v24i02.29

Ramesh Babu, D.; Narasimha Rao, K.V. (2022). Mathematical modeling of oxygen levels in a controlled atmosphere store for preservation of apple fruits. Materials Today: Proceedings, 68, 1472-1475. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2022.07.095

Ramesh Babu, D.; Goli, G.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Sambasiva Rao, N.; Sai Sunai, A.; Aravind, B.; Riyaz, M.; Pramod, M. (2022). Design of dehydration equipment for paddy based on assessment from farmers. Materials Today: Proceedings, 68, 1256-1265. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.matpr.2022.06.076

Mullapudi, V.S.; Goli, G.; Babu, D.R.; Manoharan, G. (2022). Critical analysis of knowledge management ecosystem for sustainable development in farming technologies: A Case study of farmers in Rayalaseema Region. AIP Conference Proceedings (Int. Conf. on Research in Sciences, Engineering & Technology). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0081737

Goli, G.; Babu, D.R.; Laxmi, M.R.; Kafila; Rao, N.S. (2022). Image capturing and audio-video production to make five-shot and short film projects. AIP Conference Proceedings (Int. Conf. on Research in Sciences, Engineering & Technology). https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0081724

Ramesh Babu, D.; Narasimha Rao, K.V. (2021). Mechanical Compression Properties of Apple Fruit: Errors During Penetrometer Measurements. Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies (Data Engineering and Communication Technology), 493-502. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-0081-4_51

Kolati, S.B.; Babu, D.R.; Prasad, P.I.; Rao, K.V.N. (2020). Low oxygen and high carbon dioxide environment in controlled atmosphere cold storage: Recommendations for safe working conditions. Plant Cell Biotechnology and Molecular Biology, 21(45-46), 9-14.

Deshmukh, R.; Babu, D.R.; Narasimha Rao, K.V. (2020). Pressure testing results (As a decision tool for deciding low oxygen or ultra-low oxygen or high oxygen storage) of semi-hermetically sealed controlled atmosphere storage insulated chambers. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development. https://doi.org/10.24247/ijmperdfeb202045

Sammaiah, P.; Ramesh Babu, D.; Radhakrishna, L.; Rajendar, P. (2019). Kinetics of moisture loss during dehydration of drum stick leaves (Moringa Oliefera) in a bio-mass tray dryer. International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology, 8(6), 2937-2941. https://doi.org/10.35940/ijeat.F8718.088619

Ramesh Babu, D.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Ramesh, E.; Sabitha, T. (2019). Awareness on food processing entrepreneurship among engineering faculty. International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology, 8(6), 1207-1216. https://doi.org/10.35940/ijeat.F8371.088619

Ramesh Babu, D.; Koneru, S.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Satish Kumar, B.; Kolati, S.; Suman Kumar, N. (2019). Identifying opportunities to start industries on the food production potential in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, India. International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology, 8(5), 2189-2193.

Ramesh Babu, D.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Satish Kumar, M.V.; Satish Kumar, B. (2018). Handling of apples during sorting-grading operation and measuring the mechanical properties firmness after controlled atmosphere storage. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development, 8(6), 617-634. https://doi.org/10.24247/ijmperddec201865

Ramesh Babu, D.; Narasimha Rao, K.V.; Kolati, S. (2018). The design of refrigeration, thermal insulation and an equipment for healthy ripening of mango and banana without using harmful chemicals. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering Research and Development, 9(1), 423-434. https://doi.org/10.24247/ijmperdfeb201941

Ramesh, E.; Ramesh Babu, D.; Ramchandar Rao, P. (2018). The impact of project management in achieving project success - Empirical study. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology, 9(13), 237-247.

Naredla, S.K.; Raja Shekar, P.V.; Ramesh Babu, D.; Condoor, S. (2018). Uniquely addressing customer pain points - The case study of AgRITEch app. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering and Technology, 9(11), 2306-2314.

Mohan Kumar, B.L.; Ramesh Babu, D. (2007). Effect of frying conditions on quality of fried onion slices. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 44(5), 483-486. (SCI)

Roopa, N.; Ramesh Babu, D.; Das Gupta, D.K. (2006). Effect of various packaging materials on the shelf-stability of banana chips. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 43(6), 615-619. (SCI)

Das Gupta, D.K.; Ramesh Babu, D.; Bawa, A.S. (2006). Effect of pre-fry drying on the quality of fried banana chips. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 43(4), 353-356. (SCI)

Ramesh Babu, D.; Das Gupta, D.K. (2005). Development of pineapple juice-milk/lassi powders. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 42(3), 241-245. (SCI)

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Awards & Achievements

DRDO Best performance award in year 2003