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Research Assistant

Cranfield University

Researcher at the Welding and Additive Manufacturing Centre, supporting advanced process modeling and simulation in large-scale metal AM for aerospace, energy and nuclear sectors.

• Built thermo-mechanical FEA models for WAAM processes (CW-MIG, PTA) to predict residual stresses and geometric distortion.
• Implemented martensitic transformation behavior in multi-material deposition simulations.
• Designed deposition strategies for complex geometries using coupled thermal-mechanical solvers.
• Conducted in-situ validation via SEM, thermal imaging, and 3D scanning to calibrate models.

Graduate Engineering Trainee

Sona Comstar

Worked in the bevel gear design team, building automated design and simulation tools for drivetrain systems targeting electric vehicle platforms.

• Developed parametric CAD and macro-geometry tools for bevel gear design with crowning support.
• Streamlined LTCA and NVH simulations for iterative development cycles.
• Created an end-to-end pipeline integrating design with version control in PLM systems.
• Liaised with suppliers and internal testing teams to meet performance and manufacturability goals.

Student Trainee

Mercedes Benz R&D India

Supported crashworthiness simulations within the Crash Structures team, focusing on tire and composite interactions under impact.

• Developed non-linear FE tire models using LS-DYNA for high-fidelity crash simulation.
• Benchmarked contact algorithms and air pressure modeling under dynamic loads.
• Contributed to composite material modeling validation workflows and documentation.

In-Plant Trainee

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles

Supported End-of-Line operations for Mitsubishi FUSO trucks.

• Conducted lean manufacturing analysis that improved rework efficiency by 0.5%.
• Performed root cause investigations and developed corrective actions for production defects.

MSc by Research

Cranfield University

Manufacturing

• Thesis: Understanding and Improving the Inherent Strain Method for Mechanical Analysis of Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing.
• Key Topics: Residual stress prediction, distortion modeling, process-structure-property relations.
• Supervisors: Dr. Yongle Sun & Dr. Pradeeptta Taraphdar
• Funding: NEWAM (EPSRC Programme Grant)

Bachelor of Engineering

Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani

Mechanical Engineering

• Grade: 7.71 / 10
• Class: First Class (Equivalent to UK 2:1)

AIAA SmallSat Student Travel Award

Utah State University

Received industry-sponsored funding to present research at the 33rd SmallSat Conference, Logan, Utah.

Study of Residual Stress Using Phased Array Ultrasonics in Ti-6Al-4V Wire-Arc Additively Manufactured Components

Sensors

Development and Testing of an Antenna Deployment System for Nanosatellite Applications

International Astronautical Congress, Washington D.C.

Dynamic Active Thermal Control of a LEO Nanosatellite Based on Its Mode of Operation

33rd AIAA/USU SmallSat Conference, Logan, Utah

Volunteer

NSS BITS Pilani

Participated in the university chapter of the National Service Scheme.

• Tutored underprivileged teenagers enrolled under India's Right to Education Act.
• Assisted in fundraising and donation drives for student scholarships.