Mugundhan D

• Conducted a comprehensive workshop on ANSYS APDL, focusing on structural analysis fundamentals and simulation workflows. • Mentored junior students in aero modeling, enhancing their understanding of aircraft design principles.

During my internship, I had the opportunity to work on a challenging and rewarding project focused on the trajectory estimation of a semi-ballistic re-entry vehicle, applying concepts from heat transfer and orbital mechanics. Key Contributions: *Developed a C++ program to estimate the trajectory of the reentry vehicle under varying conditions. *Calculated the thermal loads and heat generated during atmospheric reentry. *Evaluated and compared different Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) to determine optimal materials and configurations for withstanding extreme reentry conditions. This hands-on experience deepened my understanding of reentry dynamics, high-temperature materials, and the importance of simulation and modelling in aerospace design

• Led a student team in the Aero Design Challenge (ADDC) to design and fabricate a fixed-wing RC aircraft. • Oversaw design strategy and team coordination, ensuring effective collaboration and communication. • Contributed to aerodynamic optimization, achieving successful flight performance in a competitive environment. • Developed technical documentation to support design processes and project milestones.