Assistant Project

ABHINIT ASHISH KOTHARI

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Columbia University New York, NY Aug 2019 – Dec 2020 (expected) M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics & Controls GPA: 3.77/4.0 Relevant Courses: Controls Systems, Mechatronics, Evolutionary Algorithms, Statistics, Data Science, Digital Manufacturing The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA May 2019 B.S. in Mechanical Engineering GPA: 3.72/4.0

Honors: Research Project Scholarship (David & Shirley Wormley fund for Engineering Excellence), Dean’s List Relevant Courses: MATLAB, SolidWorks, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Mechatronics, Design & Manufacturing EXPERIENCE

Precision Engineering Research Assistant, Columbia University New York, NY Aug 2020 – Present

• Designing a kinematic coupling to produce sub-micron repeatability for use under a laser scanning microscope.

• Conducting sensitivity analysis in MATLAB to optimize a triangular vee groove system.

• Developing effective designs for manufacturability to produce high repeatability and small deflections. Engineering & Project Management Intern, Wavelength Lighting New York, NY May 2020 – Sep 2020

• Conducted takeoffs for lighting projects by analyzing electrical drawings and lighting plans.

• Reviewed technical specs of existing lighting fixtures and provided cheaper alternatives to meet client’s budget.

• Offered value-engineered (VE) lighting packages for clients to reduce costs by 20-30% on average.

• Prepared bid documents in response to Request for Proposals (RFPs) and carried out projects for clients. Undergraduate Research Assistant, Mechanics & Materials Lab University Park, PA May 2018 – May 2019

• Developed Alumina based multilayers for dental crowns to increase resistance towards cracking.

• Performed regression analysis on experiment data in Excel to select effective multilayer designs.

• Tested specimens for fracture toughness via 3-point bend tests and analyzed fracture paths.

• Presented results in form of a poster at the annual undergraduate research exhibition. DESIGN PROJECTS AND LEADERSHIP

Mechatronics & Controls Lab New York, NY Sep – Dec 2019

• Solved mechatronics problems pertaining to motors, on/off control systems, and analog circuits.

• Programmed a microcomputer chip to move stepper motors and demonstrate on/off systems such as thermostats.

• Built circuits on a breadboard to perform functions such as magnetic levitation and noise filtering. Genetic Programming and Optimization Project New York, NY Sep – Dec 2019

• Employed genetic algorithm techniques to evolve a simulated robot programmed in Python.

• Built a physics simulator to simulate robot based on real world conditions.

• Evolved robot over 20 generations via crossover and mutation techniques to allow it to learn to walk. Case Study Project Lead University Park, PA Jan – May 2019

• Managed team of 4 to work on a case study to develop a project plan for a boardwalk replacement project.

• Created a project proposal in response to Request for Proposal (RFP) and a final report describing project plan.

• Developed project schedule, risk assessment matrix, work breakdown structures, and budget using Microsoft Project. Mechatronics Lab University Park, PA Jan – May 2019

• Programmed an Arduino Uno to power RedBot cars using IR sensors, DC motors, and Encoders.

• Coded wireless controllers to drive cars along paths determined by IR sensors. Ecocar 3 Design Project (Penn State Advanced Vehicle Team) University Park, PA Aug – Dec 2018

• Redesigned transmission mount of a Chevrolet Camaro for light-weighting purposes.

• Conducted finite element analysis (FEA) in Siemens NX to modify existing mount.

• Manufactured mount on a mill to create oval cutouts in order to reduce weight by 3 pounds.

• Managed project deliverables through Microsoft Project & SharePoint, monthly presentations, reports, and team meetings. Wind Turbine Design Project Lead University Park, PA Jan – May 2018

• Designed a small-scale wind turbine using SolidWorks and additive manufacturing to generate electric power.

• Prepared a model in Excel to determine turbine efficiency based on design changes.

• Utilized a weighted decision matrix and an AHP matrix to select best design and concepts based on 3 prototype phases.

• Carried out project by creating Gantt charts, giving technical presentations, laying out team contracts, etc. SKILLS

• MATLAB & Simulink, Python, C, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Sketchup

• SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Finite Element Analysis, Oscilloscope, Function Generator, BlueBeam ACTIVITIES & AWARDS

• Michael J. Steinbeck Graduate Fellowship Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity May 2019

• Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity, Member The Pennsylvania State University Sep 2017 – May 2019

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