Danni Shan

Research Assistant for FEA/CFD

acedqc@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

- Strong Skills in 2-D drafting, 3-D modeling, linear and non-linear Finite Element Analysis (FEA), meshing,

strain/stress analysis, CFD.

- Hands-on experience in product design and metal manufacturing technology.

- Good understanding of Finite Element Analysis, Solid Mechanics, Material Science, Mechanical Design,

Classic Control Theory, Biomechanics. Proficient in signal processing, data analysis, control system modelling.

- Outstanding communication skills with interfacing cross-functional teams to track project status,

self-motivated and fast-learning ability in quickly changing environment.

Experience

Research Assistant in FEA at University of Pittsburgh

January 2013 - Present (1 year 5 months)

1. Knowledge fundamentals: blast wave dynamics, human head structure, injury mechanics, finite element

analysis

2. Modeled a blast wave using HYPERMESH & LS-PROPOST

3. Simulated a blast wave propagating through a human head finite element model using LS-DYNA &

AUTODYN

4. Analyzed the stress distribution inside the human brain under the effect of blast wave using HYPERVIEW.

5. The segmentation and meshing of 2D & 3D head model using HYPERMESH

6. Assists with research projects; performs independent research; plans, designs and implements research

projects

7. Performs various editorial duties; writes, reviews and edits various materials for publication;

8. Performs supervisory and training duties; attends and participates in meetings, conferences, and training

groups.

Simulation Researcher at Beijing Forestry University

October 2011 - May 2012 (8 months)

A 3D numerical simulation of the screw conveyor transporting process of granular materials using PFC3D,

examined the relationship between motions of particle flow and three kinds of operating conditions.

Mechanical Engineering Intern at China Oil HBP Science &Technology Co., Ltd

July 2011 - September 2011 (3 months)

1. Assisting the lead engineers in production design, with using SolidEdge to create 3-D models and 2-D

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drawings

2. Designed a three-phase separator using AutoCAD.

3. Translation and Learning of multiple ISO standards

Intern at Evergreen Energy Service, Inc

July 2010 - September 2010 (3 months)

1. Organized the technical communication annual conference.

2. Performed drawing revisions, modifications and updates using AutoCAD.

3. Designed a permanent bridge plug using AutoCAD.

Courses

Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering

University of Pittsburgh

DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 3

INTRO TO CONTINUUM MECHANICS 3

APPLIED SOLID MECHANICS 3

FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS 3

NANOMECHANICS 3

MUSCULOSKELETAL BIOMECHANICS 3

SPECIAL STUDY MECHANICAL ENGRG 3

MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS 3

STRUCTURE OF MATERIALS 3

MSRMT & ANAL VIBRO-ACUSTC SYMS 3

LINEAR CONTROL SYSTEMS 3

Languages

English (Native or bilingual proficiency)

Chinese (Native or bilingual proficiency)

Publications

The Biomechanical Prediction of Blast-induced Traumatic Brain Injury Using the Finite Element

Method

17th U.S. National Conference on Theoretical & Applied Mechanics (first author) January 6, 2014

Authors: Danni Shan

Simulated a blast wave propagating through a human head finite element model using LS-DYNA

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Projects

ABAQUS

March 2014 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

1. The comparison between the static, linear perturbation analysis and dynamic explicit analysis of an

overhead hoist model applied by a concentrated load at the midspan using ABAQUS

2. Determination of the static deflection, critical members and joints of the cargo crane when it carries a

concentrated load using ABAQUS.

Finite Element Analysis

October 2012 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

1. Evaluation of the effect of element size and the method of stress calculation on the stress analysis. The

problem for study is that of a bar with a point load.

2. Demonstration of St. Venant’s principle by doing a plane stress finite element analysis of the beam with

distributed load and concentrated load.

Machine Design

September 2010 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

Design and calculation of a second single-cylinder gear reducer using AUTOCAD (2D) & PRO-E (3D,

assembly, simulation).

CAD/CAM project

August 2010 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

The modeling and injection molds design of the top cover of the mouse, the 3D modeling of mouse, fan and

lifting jack, using PRO-E

Measurement and analysis of vibro-acoustic systems Graduate Project

October 2013 to December 2013

Members:Danni Shan

Constructed a Spectrum Analyzer program controlled by a GUI in MATLAB, which output the power spectra

density, coherence and FRF of a set of random data.

Linear Control Systems Graduate Project

October 2013 to December 2013

Members:Danni Shan

Designed and simulated three feedback control systems (full state, output and state estimator) for a gantry

crane in MATLAB, to move the crane to a specified position and stop the load quickly.

Mechanical vibration Graduate Project

April 2013 to Present

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Members:Danni Shan

Design of a vibration isolator in MATLAB, consisting of a mass, spring and damper, for the milling machine

such that the vertical vibration is limited under a specific value.

A three-dimensional numerical simulation of the screw conveyor transporting process of granular

materials using Discrete Element Method in PFC3D

October 2007 to May 2008

Members:Danni Shan

Examined the relationship between motions of particle flow inside the screw conveyor and three kinds of

operating conditions.

Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Graduate Project

April 2013 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

The Differences of Contribution of Muscle Forces between Walking and Running:

Applied the walking and running model in OPENSIM to derive the power time-history of specific muscles,

and analyzed contributions of them to the two kinds of human’s activation.

Design of Manufacturing

March 2011 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

Hands-on Experience with traditional manufacturing technology (machining, turning, numerical control

machining (CNC), manual metal arc welding (MMA), sand casting)

Theory of Machines and Mechanisms

October 2011 to Present

Members:Danni Shan

Design and calculation of pharmaceutical packaging machine using AUTOCAD.

Skills & Expertise

Solidworks

Finite Element Analysis

ANSYS

Abaqus

Hypermesh

LS-DYNA

AUTODYN

Matlab

AutoCAD

Pro Engineer

Research

LS-PREPOST

Hyperview

Microsoft Excel

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Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Photoshop

Public Speaking

Solid Edge

Hyperworks

Preview

Febio

Postview

English

Time Management

OpenSim

Microsoft Office

Event Planning

Windows

Simulations

Mechanical Engineering

Teamwork

CAD

CAE

Engineering

Workbench

Manufacturing

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Master of Science (MS), Mechanical Engineering, 2012 - 2014

Grade: 3.6

Beijing Forestry University

Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, 2008 - 2012

Grade: 3.4

Yuxin School

Yuxin School

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Danni Shan

Research Assistant for FEA/CFD

acedqc@r.postjobfree.com

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