Mechanical Engineering Design

S W A R A D A S U H A S K U L K A R N I

+1-219-***-**** ********@*****.*** Ann Arbor, MI https://www.linkedin.com/in/swarada-kulkarni/ EDUCATION

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI May 2025

Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Relevant Coursework: Linear Systems Theory, Design of Digital Control systems, Programming for Robotics, Robot Kinematics and Dynamics, Smart Manufacturing Systems, Finite Element Method, Front End Design K J Somaiya College of Engineering, Mumbai University, India August 2019- June 2023 Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering CGPA: 8.8/10 (3.6/4.0) WORK EXPERIENCE

Carnival Cruise Line Miami, FL

Technical Operations Intern May 2024-August 2024

o Conducted Root Cause Failure Analysis of technical components across the fleet of ships o Analyzed performance parameters for diesel generator engines and failure of injection module due to fuel changeover

o Identified systemic defects and engaged in discussion with manufacturers to move from a planned maintenance to a condition-based maintenance system.

Godrej Precision Engineering Mumbai, India

Mechanical Design Intern January 2023- April 2023

o Designed the working mechanism of an electromechanical outrigger for a radar carrying vehicle using DFMA. o Performed design calculations for shear and buckling loads on the outrigger in extreme climatic conditions o Built parametric 3D models with GD&T drawings for outriggers to reduce size and cost of manufacturing. TATA Consulting Engineers Limited Mumbai, India

Mechanical Design Intern June 2022- July 2022

o Determined design parameters for pressure vessels and storage tanks in accordance with ASME standards. o Conducted vendor design reviews for material and dimensional specifications in drawings. Godrej Tooling Division Mumbai, India

Intern October 2021- November 2021

o Observed the steps involved in die casting and press tool production at a tooling industry. o Crafted a report titled “Overview of die manufacturing process” for the Training Centre at the office. ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Design of Novel Limb Prosthesis (Precision Systems Design Lab) January 2024- Present o Designed the working mechanism for a 2 DOF novel prosthetic ankle based on load analysis. o Designed and fabricated mechatronic systems for distal and proximal joints for a prosthetic hand using additive and traditional manufacturing techniques.

o Conducted cycle testing for the motors and solenoid for varying loads and speeds. Design of a Tabletop CNC Cutting Machine for Sheet Metal August-December 2022 o Designed the CAD model and circuitry for desk sized CNC machine model reducing space and weight of the machine. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Team KJSCE Robocon (mechanical team member) September 2019-August 2022 o Lead the team in design and manufacturing of robots for the Asia Pacific competition- ABU Robocon o Received “Fusion Innovation Design Award” by Autodesk India CERTIFICATIONS

• Certificate in Mechanical Micromachining and Rapid Prototyping by NPTEL May 2023

• Certified Solidworks Associate & Professional (CSWP) in Mechanical Design September 2021 SKILLS

• Design Software: AutoCAD, Solidworks, Fusion 360, Autodesk Inventor, Creo, ANSYS Fluent, Fluidsim, Ultimaker Cura, MSC ADAMS

• Computer Languages: Python, C, C++, MATLAB

• Technical skills: 3D printing, GD&T drawings, Design for manufacturing, CAD modelling, mechatronics.

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