Jan 2020 – Apr 2024 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Waterloo, Ontario, Canada · On-site

• Graduate research assistant in the Fluid Mechanics lab.
• Formulated three novel research questions aimed at advancing the state-of-the-art in Vortex-induced vibrations (VIV) through an extensive literature study
• Designed and manufactured a novel full-scale VIV setup with damping an order of magnitude less than most experimental research studies.
• Conducted four extensive experimental campaigns across two research facilities employing force balances, 2D PIV, position sensors, and actuators.
• Developed multiple MATLAB/Python scripts for data reduction, modeling, and analysis including POD/PCA, image processing algorithms, and vortex detection/tracking.
• Fostered excellent scientific communication skills through 3 peer-reviewed publications (1 under
• review) and 4 conference talks
• http://www.fmrl.uwaterloo.ca/index.htmlThesis: Vortex-induced vibratio
• Graduate teaching assistant for Advanced Engineering Mathematics and Fluid Dynamics II
• Delivered stand-in lectures and tutorials to 3rd year mechanical undergraduate students
• Supported instructor in grading and assignment/project preparation
• Cultivated positive atmosphere for learning through continuous interaction
• Solicited continuous feedback to improve content delivery

Nov 2018 – Dec 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Hybrid

• 2BrokeScientists is a YouTube channel I started in collaboration with some colleagues. We pride ourselves in attempting to share the joy of science by asking thought-provoking questions about situations encountered in everyday life.
• As the saying goes "The best way to learn is to teach". Some interesting videos:
• What makes bikes stable?
• Why do we blow out candles?
• How big can a raindrop get?
• Do check out more interesting videos. We have 25 videos with over 500,000 views :
• https://www.youtube.com/c/2brokescientists

Sep 2018 – Jul 2019 · 10 mos · Netherlands · On-site

• Thesis: A state observer based data assimilation method between RANS and robotic PIV data. Thesis
• Supervised by Dr. Andrea Sciacchitano and Dr. Edoardo Saredi.
• Work performed in collaboration with Renault motorsport
• Conducted a detailed flow characterization campaign on a surface-mounted bluff body using robotic volumetric particle tracking velocimetry (PTV)
• Performed extensive RANS CFD simulations on the same geometry in OpenFOAM
• Modified the SIMPLE solver in OpenFOAM to mimic a state-observed based system with the feedback related to the error between experimental and computational data
• Co-authored a paper communicating the results of the study

Aug 2017 – Jul 2018 · 11 mos · The Hague Area, Netherlands · On-site

• The Aerodynamic, Wind energy and Flight Performace and Propulsion (AWEP) society at TU Delft improves the graduate school experience for students by acting as a bridge between faculty and students, organizing lunch lectures, excursions and social instances.
• Key Achievements:
• Organized thesis event to help prospective students meet with faculty and discuss potential thesis topics
• Liased with multiple companies and organized educational trips including DNW and the Delft Nuclear facility
• Organized several social events (lunch lectures and pub quizzes)

Jul 2018 – Jun 2019 · 11 mos · Eindhoven Area, Netherlands · On-site

• Scope Cycling is a market leading developer of racing bike wheelsets. The company is based in Eindoven, Netherlands.
• Key Achievements:
• Developed an aerodynamic optimization workflow that includes shape optimization, CFD validation, and wind tunel testing
• Performed Gradient based shape optimization with a self developed inviscid panel method code
• CFD validation of optimized shapes in FLUENT using 3D RANS
• Conducted wind tunnel tests and recorded a 4% drag reduction

Jun 2016 – Jun 2017 · 1 yr · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Worked at the Fluid Mechanics Lab under the supervision of professor Jaywant Arakeri.
• Key achievements:
• Researched accurate measurement of temperatures in hostile windless environments .
• Performed numerical heat transfer simulations for temperature sensors
• Designed novel passive ventilation system using concept of a solar chimney
• Achieved 25 % reduction in temperature sensor error
• Published findings in peer-reviewed journal

Jun 2015 – Aug 2015 · 2 mos · Bangalore · On-site

• The Aeronautical Development Agency spearheads the development of India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) vehicle.
• Key Achievements:
• Designed an experiment to quantify the effects of aerodynamic interaction of multirotor propellers on generated thrust
• Performed parametric study on propeller distance, stagger, and rotation speeds
• Measured thrust using a fabricated load cell and achieved force amplification through lever action

Jul 2014 – Aug 2014 · 1 mo · Zaheerabad, Telangana, India · On-site

• Key achievements:
• Led FMEA analysis on the glove box and documented the risk priority for each of the failure modes.
• Conducted design feature analysis using GD&T measurements, applied six sigma and lean techniques on the assembly line of a typical automotive assembly plant.
• Fixed a defect on the production line of LCV( Light Commercial Vehicles) by analyzing and solving defect using quality control tools