QUAZI NAHIDA SULTANA
Phone: 646-***-**** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quazi-nahida-sultana Email: ********@*****.*** Address: 6219 SE Polaris way, Hillsboro, Oregon 97123 PROFILE SUMMARY
- About Two years of hands on research experience in nanotechnology, polymer processing, fiber spinning and nanomaterials fabrication for structural, and environmental applications
- Firsthand operating and troubleshooting experience in different equipment like solution spinning extruder for fiber synthesis, viscometer, shear mixer, tensile stress-strain meter, optical microscope, etc.
- Extensive experience in material characterization techniques (SEM, DSC, TGA, FTIR etc.)
- Data analysis & interpretation with Microsoft excel for tensile testing results & FTIR spectrum peak
- Experience in simulation & modeling of thermal, structural, aerodynamic and combustion system using ANSYS
- Proficient in drafting and 3D modeling with AutoCAD and SolidWorks
- Hands on experience in installation, operation and maintenance of Ceramic and Marble industry and related auxiliaries.
- Publications in book chapter, Journal and academic conference proceedings EDUCATION
Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.70/4.00 Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia, USA May 2017 Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh Feb 2011 RESEARCH
Graduate Research Assistant Jan 2015 – May 2017
Nanomaterial Research Laboratory, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia
Operate, troubleshoot and maintenance of Solution spinning & Electrospinning Machine, Sonication machine, Viscometer, Shear mixer, Centrifuge, Dryer, tensile testing machine, vacuum tube furnace and lab equipment
Experienced in operating Gold sputter, Optical microscope and Oscilloscope
Proficient in operating characterization technique tool - SEM, EDS, DSC, FTIR, TGA, Mechanical Testing - Tensile testing of single fiber for more than 2 years
Enhancement of piezo electric properties of PVDF based fiber by application of corona. Hands on experience in setting up high voltage power unit for corona and plasma generation
Solution preparation, Viscosity testing of different prepared polymer solution, carbon nanotube dispersion using sonicator machine, post processing of nanocomposite fiber using vacuum and dryer
Prepare purchase order for chemicals and lab equipment; record and update inventory, and regular maintenance of equipment
Supervise undergraduate student on solution spinning and electrospinning machine; different lab equipment, characterization technique, single fiber tensile testing machine, high voltage plasma set up etc.; homework & exam grading,
Fabrication gas adsorption membranes for CO2 capture applications, using electro-spun PAN nanofiber substrates functionalized with metal organic framework (MOF) microparticles.
Tensile testing of nanocomposite fiber according to ASTM standard; data analysis to calculate mechanical properties; statistical data analysis of tensile testing fiber by Microsoft excel
FTIR spectrum data interpretation and peak analysis with KnowITAll software PROJECTS
Fabrication and characterization of high performance polymer fibers such as Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), Cellulose Acetate, Polyacrylonitrile (PAN) and Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) with inclusion of Carbon nanotubes using solution and electro-spinning processes, January 2015- May 2017
Thermal stress analysis of computer heat sink design. Examination of the temperature gradient, the heat flux throughout the heat sink, and the equivalent stresses and shear stresses using multi physic analysis by Thermal and Static Structural analysis modules of ANSYS, May 2016
Design and flow analysis of simple car aerodynamics and minimization of drag force through optimum material selection by ANSYS static structural and fluent analysis, May 2016
Numerical Simulations of Perforated Plate Stabilized Non-Premixed combustion by ANSYS fluent - May 2015
Design and Manufacturing of Autonomous golf cart, especially on steering and propulsion system, December 2015
Automation of Block Lifting and Shifting Machine by Pneumatic Control Technology, February 2011 2
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Technical Management Trainee Apr 2011 – Oct 2013
Abul Khair Ceramic and Marble Industry Ltd., Dhaka, Bangladesh
Manufacturing process flow optimization for loss minimization, yield increase and product quality enhancement
Plant Layout study and planning & design with AutoCAD for further extension to increase production capacity
Laboratory Work: Dry and Fire MOR Test, Strength Test, Bar test, Ring Test, Compression Test, Thixo-trophy Test, Shrinkage, Glaze Color Test, Moisture test, Raw Material Fusion Test, Fluidity test, Water absorption test, Loss of Ignition Test, Residue Test, Malvern Machine for Particle size measurement
Work with Maintenance team for schedule maintenance of Machine and equipment: Ball Mill (Rubber liner and Alumina liner), Blunger, Pumps, Vacuum Cleaner, Dryer, inspection booth, Overhead crane, BCL casting line, compressor and shuttle kiln
Collaborate with operator to acquire the design parameter, Daily duty scheduling and follow up daily report from the operator
Develop Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) of different Process, Prepare Compliances Report for Delivery Section, perform 5S methodology
TECHNICAL AND OPERATING SKILLS
AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS Fluent and Static structure, Microsoft Office, TA Universal Analysis, KnowItAll (FTIR), MATLAB, C
Scanning electron microscope (SEM), Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Tensile testing of single fiber, XRD, 5S methodology
Gold Sputter, Reactive Ion Etch, Optical Microscope, Tensile Strength-Stress Meter, Viscometer, Shear Mixer, Sonicator, Solution Spinning Extruder, Electro Spinning Extruder equipment handling experience EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Program organizer, Member and performer: Mechanical Engineering Cultural Organization of BUET, Photography Club, Film Society
Co-founder: A non-profitable organization “SOHOJATRY” to help poor people with shelter, food and cloth
Volunteer: 3 years teaching experience of providing basic education to deprived street children in Bangladesh
Languages: English & Bangla Fluent; Chinese & French beginner
Achievement: Government Scholarship based on academic excellence from 1998-2006, best research presentation in Georgia Southern University research showcase 2016
PUBLICATIONS
Journal
Q.N. Sultana, M.M. Hasan, S. Iqbal, I. Shabib, A. Mitra, and M. Khan. "Investigation of Mechanical Properties and Morphology of Multi- Walled Carbon Nanotubes Reinforced Cellulose Acetate Fibers." In Fibers vol. 5, no. 4, pp. 42-45, November 10, 2017. Book Chapter
Q.N. Sultana, M. Khan, S. Absar, M. Hasan, and S. Hulsey. "Nanoscale Reinforcement of Polymer Textile Fibers." In Encyclopedia of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, vol. 16, no. 9, pp. 8935-8947, September 5, 2016. Conference
Q.N. Sultana, S. Absar, S. Hulsey, H. Schanz, and M. Khan. "Synthesis and Processing of Solution Spun Cellulose Acetate Fibers Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes." In proceedings of ASME 2015 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition, pp. V009T12A070- V009T12A070, Michigan, USA, 2015.
Q.N. Sultana, M. Khan, R. Mahamud, S. Banerjee, and T.I. Farouk. “Effect of Corona plasma on piezoelectric behavior of PVDF nanofiber membrane.” In proceedings of Advances in Functional Materials International Conference, pp. AFM17-0201201-S1:MEA7-O, University of California, Los Angeles, USA, 2017.
Poster Presentation
Q.N. Sultana. "Corona Treated Hybrid Nanocomposite Textile Fiber." In Research Symposium of Georgia Southern University, Georgia, USA, 2016.
REFERENCES
Dr Mujibur Khan
Assistant professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia
Email: *****@***************.***
Phone: 912-***-****
Md Shafayet Khurshid
Process TD Engineer
Intel Corporation, Hillsboro, Oregon
Email: **.*.********@*****.***
Phone: 405-***-****