Design Mechanical CAE,CFD

Vinoth Kumar D

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinoth-kumar-d/ Examination Specialization University Institute Year CPI / % Post-Graduation Aerospace Engineering IIT Bombay IIT Bombay 2020 9.48 / 10 Under graduation Mechanical Engineering Anna University,Chennai PITAM, Chennai 2014 9.27 / 10 Intermediate/+2 Computer science, PCM SBSE-Tamilnadu Sunbeam M.H.S School 2010 87.7 / 100 Matriculation Science, Mathematics SBMS-Tamilnadu Bethel M.H.S School 2008 88.4 / 100

Ranked 2nd in Master’s Degree Specialization at IIT Bombay [2018-2020]

Secured 98.49 percentile among 1.9 Lakh candidates in GATE-2018 Mechanical Engineering Stream [2018]

Ranked 20th in CMWSSB-2017 Examination conducted by Anna University, Chennai [2017]

Gold Medalist in the Bachelor's Education – For securing 1st Rank In Mechanical Engineering [2014]

Secured 4th rank among 7000+ candidates in University Level during Bachelor’s Education [2014]

Secured First Position in project exhibition held at PITAM for best Undergraduate project [2014]

Awarded as Best Technical Paper by Society of Automotive Engineers among pan Southern India [2013] PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/ INTERNSHIP / TECHNICAL TEAMS Technical Services – Team Member (Mechanical) Saint-Gobain India Pvt. Ltd (SGIPL), Chennai (Full-Time) [Jul’14 - Apr’16]

Technical Design & Performance Enhancement projects based on FEA & CFD methodologies Applied towards Electrostatic Precipitator, WHR Boiler, Cutting Line Equipments, Blowers, Pumps, Crushers, Bins, Belt Conveyors, WCM coordinator Won great idea award for 6 Technical projects towards MTBF Improvement & failure mitigation through mechanical design improvements Mechanical Design & CFD Engineer National Go-Kart Championship (NGKC) [Sep’13-Feb’14]

Developed Design Configurations for Roll hoop,front,impact,side members on Pro-E Performed CFD of flow over firewall using Ansys Fluent & Optimized the firewall to engine clearance as 35mm Secured AIR 13/118 teams in Final round of NGKC-2013 Industrial Internship & Project Consultant Merind Die Cast Pvt. Ltd, Chennai (Full-Time) [May’14-Jun’14]

Completed an internship project “Design & Stress Analysis of Excess Burr Removal Tool”, Reduced the burr removal time by 1/10th Technical Consultant-CAD, CAE Projects Workfoster (A unit of Guires Solutions Private Limited) [Mar’19-Jun’19]

Composite glass design and analysis in Ansys FEA for different architectural configurations & Validation with Euro codes Team Lead (Team Jarvis) RC Plane Project, Aeromodelling Club, IIT Bombay [Aug’18-Oct’18]

Vanguarded the team of 5 to Design F-22 model with 620mm span & 0.14 m^2 area Configured design with elevon mixing so that similar servos can be used to enact elevator & aileron – Frugal Engg. Approach Got appreciation for disparate design from panel CFD Case Study Contributor Fossee, IIT Bombay [Oct’19-Jan’20]

Performed Computational study & experimental validation for vortex shedding suppression in external flow over cylinder Mechanical Design & CAE Lead-Mechanical Team Exofly, IIT Bombay [Jul’18 – Jun’20]

Optimized spaceframe mass from 42Kgs to 19Kgs. by excluding the superfluous elements with in-plane ribs & stiffeners Duct feasibility CFD for 32’’ propeller Feasibility study of end to end CRP’s & Crash analysis with Explicit dynamics module in Ansys Computational Study to Predict Effect of Arc Parameters Pertaining to Arc-Heated Flows – An MHD Approach [May’19–Jul’20] Developed Multi-Physics in-house solvers SiTaRa-4.0, weldFoam-2.0 for Computing High Enthalpy Flows in Arc Heated Wind Tunnels at VSSC Facility & to predict the arc parameters in Arc-Welding Applications [Guide: Prof.Kowsik Bodi, Dept. of Aerospace Engg., IIT Bombay] Objective: Developing pressure based solver to perform end to end simulations of arc heated flows upto 21,000 K with Electromagnetics Extensive combination of IC’s, BC’s Predict performance curves of arc tunnels Computation of arc parameters in welding Application Methodology: Implementation of Electromagnetics + High temperature Thermophysical, Transport property codes using JANAF curve fits Along with Radiation Effects + Lorentz Force term Successfully Simulated arc for 52cm length with in-house novel BC’s Simulation of arc With k-ε turbulence model Study of arcflow+swirl Extending the solver SiTaRa-4.0 to weldFoam-2.0 for arc welding parameters Study Results: Extended arc for 52cm arc length, with multiple tangential inlets, with swirl Complete Validation with VSSC Arc Tunnel Data

Generated V-I Characteristics of the tunnel Proved solver’s capability to predict similar Multiphysics applications like arc welding ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC+EXECUTIVE PROJECTS

B.E. MAJOR

PROJECT

Single and Multi-Response Optimization of Machining Parameters in Turning Process of Aluminium Alloy 6063 T6 Using Taguchi Method and Grey Relational Analysis Prof.P.Jayaraman,PITAM [Dec’13-Apr’14] Objective: To Determine Optimal Control Parameters Cutting Speed, Feed Rate, Depth Of Cut For Response Factors Surface Roughness (Ra, Rz), Material Removal Rate (MRR), Roundness (Ø) Methodology: Response Tables based on S/N Ratios- Interaction Plots-ANOVA Used Grey Relation Grade (GRG) Generation for multi-response factors Results: Max. Value of GRG 0.8084 & Cutting speed=119.223 m/min,Feed rate=0.05 mm/rev,Depth of cut= 0.15 mm B.E. MINOR

PROJECT

Design & Fabrication of All Wheel Drive (AWD) Bicycle Prof.P.Jayaraman,PITAM [Dec’12-May’13] Enabling AWD facility in an existing bi-cycle to extend its use in tracks with heavy traction curbs

Designed VASP (Variable Axes Simultaneous Powered) mechanism with cardan arrangement with step ratio of 2.44 for both wheels using Catia V5 R21 Enabled AWD in a conventional cycle with just budget 1600 INR MASTER’S

SEMINAR

Pressure-Velocity coupling Algorithms for incompressible Flows Prof.Kowsik Bodi, IIT Bombay [Jan’19-Apr’19]

Rigorous literature study of 14+ research papers on – SIMPLE (C R), PISO, PIMPLE algorithms Developed & Validated Matlab code on SIMPLE algorithm with Ansys Fluent for “Lid Driven Cavity Flow” with same mesh data CASE STUDY

PROJECT

(FOSSEE, IIT Bombay)

Computation of Vortex Shedding Suppression From Circular Cylinder with Rigid Splitter Plates [Oct’19-Jan’20]

Using pisoFoam Solver to predict external flow over cylinder with & without splitter plate Developed structured mesh data for both cases using Gmsh-3.0 & compared St,Cl,Cd data with standard literature[LINK HERE] SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENTS

MASTER’S RESEARCH PROJECT

MASTER’S

COURSE

PROJECTS

Design of Three-Stage Low-Pressure Axial Compressor(LPC) Prof.A.M.Pradeep, IIT Bombay [Jan’19-Apr’19]

Designed a 3-Stage LPC with pressure ratio 3.5, with efficiency 89.9%, mass flow 20 kg/s Meangen, Stagen

& RANS Simulation with Multall Used CATIA-V5 R21 for lofting blade surface Generated Performance Map Design & Fabrication of Hand Launched Gliders for Max. Range & Endurance Prof.R.Pant, IIT Bombay[Jul’18-Sep’18]

Worked in a team of 8 people & ranked 2/10 teams in Glider Design for maximum endurance INTERNSHIP

PROJECT

Design and Finite Element Analysis of Punch Tool Arrangement Merind Die Cast Pvt. Ltd, Chennai [May’14-Jul’14]

Replaced the power drill with adjustable manual punch tool to reduce the burr removal time from 38s to 21s within a budget of 1300 INR Design & Stress Analysis with Pro-E Mechanica Module EXECUTIVE

PROJECTS

*Guide

Prakash.SR SGIPL

Mass Reduction Of "A-Type" Warehouse Frame By Stress Analysis Using FEA Method* [Jul’14-Oct’14]

Identified 13 superfluous elements from extensive stress analysis with several load factors in CATIA V5 R21 Mass reduced by 37kgs/frame Deployed using batch mfg. method for 300 frames Cost savings of 4,10,700 INR Numerical Simulation Of Flue Gas De-Sulphurizer With Differential Flow Inlet Condition*

[Nov’14-Mar’15]

Retrofitted Rectangular duct by 3 circular inlets with adjustable valves Simulations with different valve openings for inlet vortices formation Increased residence time from 0.3 to 1.1s Collection increased from 76 to 83% Cardan Duct Flow Simulation & Angle Optimization To Minimize Depositions* [Oct’14-Dec’14]

CFD Based optimization of Duct Angle by reducing corner vortices with swing plates Increased MTBR from 70 to 95 days LSFO savings of 2,26,000 / day by eliminating the necessity to use low Sulphur fuel oil of 4.5 Tons/hour Design Of Steam Coil Air-Preheater For Eductor Based Particle Transport System * [Jul’15-Oct’15]

Configured the design of SCAPH to replace existing electric heaters Energy savings of around 730 units/day Design Retrofit Of Hydraulic Truck Unloader & Platform Unit Using FEA & Fluidsim* [Nov’15-Feb’16]

Reconfigured existing design by adding an telescopic cylinder as inline configuration Increased lifting capacity from 14 to 17 MT Design and Stress analysis with Pro-E, Hydraulic circuit Re-design using Festo Fluidsim KEY COURSES (* Audit Based Courses)

AERO.

Computational

Fluid Dynamics

Essentials of

Turbulence

Aerodynamics of Compressors

and Turbines

Computational Heat

Transfer

Experimental Methods

in Fluid Mechanics

Numerical Methods For

Conservation Laws*

MECH.

Finite Element

Analysis

Mechatronics Design of Machine Elements

Automobile Engineering

Advanced IC engines

Aircraft Design

Computational

Electromagnetics*

Programming: C++, Python, Matlab, LaTeX,ZEN-PLC,Web Development(HTML) Operating System: Windows, Linux Ubuntu 18.04 LTS CAD & CAE Tools: AutoCAD’18, Pro-E Creo-2.0, Catia-V5R21, Solidworks’19, Ansys(APDL,Fluent,ICEM,CFX), Keyshot, Minitab Opensource Tools: Gmsh-4.3+Code Aster Version of Salome V9.3 for CAD+Mesh, OpenFoam-4.x,Paraview-5.1,Festo FluidSIM,Arduino SOFTWARE COGNIZANCE & TECHNICAL COURSES

OFFLINE

Secured “A” grade in Diploma in Aeronautic Cad Prog-2 in Catia, Solidworks, Ansys & CFD From Caddcamm Solutions (PTC & Dassault Systems Authorized Centre)

[Jul’13-

Mar’14]

Certified course on Pro-E by BIM global solutions (Autodesk authorized centre) [Mar’13] ONLINE

Completed Machine Learning-Hands on Python & R in Data Science 5 PLCs in a day C++ Programming OpenFOAM Intermediate Model, Simulate and Control a Drone in MATLAB

& SIMULINK Arduino: Industrial Data Logger Designing & Programming

[Aug’19-

Jul’20]

AWARDS / TRAININGS

AWARDS

Won first place in CAD Competition & second in Paper Presentation in TRIXTER’13 at SNCE [Oct’13]

Secured first place in Auto Quiz conducted by SAEINDIA at student convention competition [Oct’13]

Bagged Great Idea award with cash prize for 6 major energy saving projects in SGIPL,Chennai [Aug’15] TRAININGS

Certified by Autodesk corporation as AutoCAD 2012 Associate [Mar’14]

Certified by Toyota Technical Centre on “Low Cost Hi-Tech Automation using PLC’s” [Jun’15]

Completed FESTO Didactic Training on “Intro. to Hydraulics & Electro-pneumatics” [Sep’15] RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS (* Corresponding Author)

“Optimization of Process Parameters for Surface

Roughness, Material Removal Rate on Turning of AISI AA6063 T6: A Taguchi’s Approach”

ISSN: 2590-1892 in IJSREM, Issue July -2019*

“Modification of an Alpha Stirling Engine with

Venturi Based Working Fluid Control System to

Promote Its Automotive Applications”

ISSN 2278 – 0149 in IJMERR, Issue April -2014*

“CFD & Optimization of FGD Unit Using Ansys Fluent To Form Inlet Vortex & Educator Design For Soda Ash

Transport System To Change ID To The FD”

ISSN:2349-3585 in IJRDT, Issue August-2019

POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY (POR’s)

Interview Coordinator, Institute Placement Team IIT Bombay [Nov’18–Dec’18]

Coordinated with a team of 250+ members for interviews of 1400+ students Assisted in conducting PPT’s and Tests for 10+ firms Student Companion, ISCP Team IIT Bombay [Jul’19–Jun’20]

Worked with a team of 177 people Helped DC in preparing the department handbook Mentored 7 students for the whole year Teaching Assistant Prof.Viren Menezes, Prof.Aniruddha Sinha, Prof.R.S.Pant, IIT Bombay [Aug’18–Nov’19]

Instructed 40+ B.Tech students in Aerodynamics lab for 2D Jet Expt. Developed Matlab code based on local surface inclination method to find drag coefficient for cylinder with Mach 7 Responsible for managing the moodle portal of 100+ students EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

TECHNICAL

Attended 5 days bootcamp on Web Development & HTML basics at IIT Bombay [Jun’19]

Partaken in Paper Presentation conducted by MBA dept. of GRT institute of technology [Mar’14] SOCIAL

Organized a National Technical Symposium-Ephemerides’13 at Mechanical Dept.,PITAM [Oct’13]

Appreciated with silver medal by HOPE community for engaging in sponsorship programme [2009]

Volunteered in organizing IIT Bombay’s Half marathon along with event organizer FITIZEN [Aug’18] TECHNICAL SKILLS

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