VIKRAM SURESH

314-***-**** **** E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281 acpe00@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/sureshvikram Mechanical engineering graduate student with relevant skills. Specialization: Thermal and fluid systems. Experiences: Internships; 3D lab assistant; Teaching assistant; Projects in CAD, Testing, CFD, HVAC, Robotics; SAE projects Strengths

•CFD •Thermodynamics •FEA •Design •Heat transfer •Statistical Testing •Fluid dynamics Proficient in: SolidWorks, Ansys Fluent, AcuSolve, Hypermesh, Auto-CAD, CATIA V5, MATLAB, C++, Microsoft Office, JMP EDUCATION

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, (4.0/4.0), Arizona State University, Tempe Expected May’16

-Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, PDE, Linear Algebra, Applied CFD, Environmental Control systems, Design Experiments, FEA, CFD Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering, (9.43/10), SRM University, Kattankulathur, India May’14

-Combustion Engines, Thermal engineering, Manufacturing Techniques, Solid Mechanics, CAD, Stress analysis, Robotics, Heat transfer PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

3D Print Research Lab Assistant, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ Aug’15-Present

-Provided quality 3D printing and laser cutting services for research projects. Reviewed CAD files for 3D printing compatibility. Manufacturing Trainee, Maruti Suzuki Udyog, Alto Engine Assembly line, India Nov’12-Dec’12

-Analyzed various engine seals and lubricants handling procedure and suggested alternative methods.

-Statistically analyzed the defects, efficiency and cycle time of semi-automated machines in the engine manufacturing line. Mechanical Trainee, Schwing Stetter India Pvt.Ltd, Sriperambudhur, India Nov’11-Dec’11

-Analyzed the concrete pumping system and functions of directional control valves (DCVs) and pressure sensors.

-Analyzed the functioning process of boom pumps, concrete pumps, concrete mixers and pan mixers. RESEARCH WORK

Solar Thermal Energy: ‘Spectral splitting of solar radiation for electricity generation’, Prof Dr. Liping Wang’s team (Oct14 - Present)

-Designed a solar compound parabolic collector (CPC) using SolidWorks. Fabricated the CPC and its support.

-Designed and fabricated the mounting structure and conducted optical laser tests on the CPC film for placing the PV panel. Senior Thesis: A study of freezing characteristics of phase change materials (PCM) in spherical encapsulation for latent heat thermal energy storage refrigeration application; SRM University, ‘13-‘14

-Computed heat transfer rate and time taken for freezing of PCM with different volumes using temperature indicators.

-Performed a 2D axisymmetric analysis of solidification of the PCM using Fluent 14.0 and CFD Post analysis ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Sep’12-Present

-Conducted CFD analysis on SAE ASU Formula car engine exhaust pipe flow using Solidworks, Hypermesh and Ansys Fluent

-Designed and fabricated a wired robot with a carbide rotating cutting weapon for a RoboWar event conducted by SAEINDIA. Semester Projects: Fall’14-Fall’15

-CFD Computation of Lid driven cavity domain flow governed by 2D Navier Stokes equation using staggered grid method.

-Building energy analysis of variable air-volume systems for space cooling using modified bin method.

-Gaussian process model analysis of factors affecting heat transfer rate and pressure drop in a heat exchanger.

-Energy and Exergy analysis of a solar thermal power system consisting of a parabolic trough receiver and a Rankine cycle. Teaching Assistant – ‘Linear Algebra in Engineering MAE 501’ Summer 2015

-Developed challenging problems for class exams. Graded assignments and exams. Assisted students with subject questions. Technical Software Courses

‘ANSYS FLUENT-CFD’, AUFRG Center, Anna University, Chennai, India Dec’13-Feb’14

-Studied the effect of position and orientation of fins in a heat exchanger, Analyzed flow over an airfoil.

‘ALTAIR HYPERMESH-FEA’, Dimensional Academy of Engineering, Chennai, India May’14-July’14

-Performed 2D mesh and conducted CFD analysis on compressor systems and gear components.