Engineer Mechanical Engineering

Aditya B. Bhandari

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Objective: To seek a challenging position in field of Mechanical/Automotive Engineering where problem solving

analytical techniques and communication skills will be utilized to improve the productivity and profitability

of an organization and to be reliable leader in an industry.

Experience:

a) VXL IT, Farmington Hills, MI ( April 09- Present )

Embedded System Engineer.

Undergoing training on Embedded Systems, learning tools like Embedded C, Vector CANalyzer 7.1,

CANope, CAPL Programming, LIN protocol, Perl, Python, and ARM.

b) Caterpillar Inc, Peoria, IL ( Aug 08- March 09 )

Machine Analyst. (Onsite from Servo Tech Inc, Chicago, IL)

Developed simulation models of the vehicle linkages, powertrain, hydraulics system and integrated it with

its control system for Tier III and Tier IV machine.

Responsible for simulation performance analysis on Tier III and Tier IV machine and also validate the

various control strategy for improved integrated performance of engine, powertrain and hydraulic systems.

Developed a 3D powertrain efficiency maps for improved modeling of the machines transmission system.

Developed and integrated a Torque Limiting model and its control for Load Sensing Implement Pump to

improve the machine performance.

Responsible for the performing altitude test on the engine model and determined its effect on machines

performance at various altitude and part of a team involved in improving engine modeling.

Developed a baseline model for predictive analysis before actual testing of Vehicle/Features in test cell.

Single point of contact for the Integrated Machine performance analysis for the Virtual Product

Development team (VPD).

c) Clemson University ( Jan 07 – Aug 08 )

Research Assistant, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Clemson University

Developed an algorithm for the supervisory control of Hybrid electric vehicle in Matlab/Simulink for

minimizing the fuel consumption using Dynamic Programming approach, and then used its result to find

an optimal rule based control for the HEV’s.

d) Vega Auto Accessories Pvt. Ltd, Belgaum, India ( Oct 05- Mar 06 )

Mechanical Engineer.

Responsible for operations of manufacturing at the departments of molding and testing.

Responsible for the quality assurance of the products manufactured.

Responsible for the development and management of the CAD models.

Education:

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering, Graduation: Aug 2008

Clemson University, USA GPA: 3.82/4.00

Bachelor of Science- Mechanical Engineering, Graduation: July 2005

Visveswaraiah Technological University, India GPA: 3.75/4.00

Major Graduate Courses:

• Finite Elemental Analysis • Intermediate Dynamics

• Advance Mathematics • Introduction to Controls

• Material Selection in Design • Modern Control Engineering

• Hydraulics systems • Automotive System Integration

• Manufacturing Process • Automotive stability and safety systems

• Heat Transfer • Automotive Control System

Projects:

Minimizing the Fuel Consumption for Hybrid Electric Vehicle : ( Jun 07- Aug 08 )

Developed an algorithm for the supervisory control of Hybrid electric vehicle in Matlab/Simulink for

minimizing the fuel consumption using Dynamic Programming approach, and then used its result to find

an optimal rule based control for the HEV’s.

Torque Vectoring for 4WD. ( Feb 08-May-08 )

Developed a model and carried out simulations for a Torque Vectoring system (Variable Torque Biasing)

in a four wheel drive system to improve the dynamic stability and handling performance of the vehicle

using Matlab/Simulink and CarSim tools.

Coordinated Control of EGR and Intake Throttling of a Diesel Engine: ( Nov 07–Dec07 )

Developed a simulation model for coordinating the control of EGR and the intake throttle using

Matlab/Simulink, analyzed and optimized the system response for improved transient performance.

Series Hybrid Emulator Setup: ( Sep 07-Dec 07 )

Developed an experimental lab setup to emulate a series hybrid vehicle with help of a d-Space system and

tested the setup for various load cycles.

VGT and EGR integration: ( Sep 07- Dec 07 )

Discussed the working concept of Variable Geometry Turbine (VGT) and Exhaust Gas Recirculation

(EGR) and the various control approaches used to improve the performance of a Diesel engine.

Military Robot: ( Sep 04- July 05 )

Designed and fabricated a Robot which was controlled by an operator and carried an onboard camera and

metal detector for sensing the land-mines, developed using CATIA V5 and Ansys.

Hydraulic stand: ( Sep 03- June 04 )

Designed and fabricated a hydraulic cylinder system, which could apply a stand for heavy motorcycles

using very small force from the operator developed using AutoCAD and Ansys.

Computer Proficiency:

Packages/Application Tools :CATIA V5, UniGraphics, AutoCAD, ProE, CAM, ANSYS, Matlab,

Simulink, Maple, Dynasty, DATK,CarSim, C, MS Word, MS Excel, MS

Power Point, Vector CANalyzer 7.1, CANope, Perl, Python.

Operating systems :Windows Vista, XP, 9xs, Windows NT, Linux and MS DOS

Extra-curricular activities and Skills:

Member of Mechanical Engineers Association (MEA).

Leader of Subcommittee (Organizing and Evaluation Committee) for Annual Technical Paper Event

“AVALANCHE”.

Coordinator for College Annual Cultural Festival.

Coordinator and Organizer of Industrial Tour to Bangalore.

Active participation in Group Discussion Competition.

Member of Undergraduate College Technical Committee.

Coordinator for Departmental Cultural Committee.

Member of the college club for technical discussions.

Member of Winning Inter departmental Cricket and Soccer team.

Languages:

English, Hindi, Kannada, Marathi, French

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