Tirth Dave

• Engineering scaled 3D models of smooth and dimpled Aerospin shells in SolidWorks and conducting ANSYS Fluent CFD simulations to analyze aerodynamic performance and flow separation patterns. • Quantifying and comparing Magnus-induced lift and drag coefficients for both surface treatments, analyzing pressure and velocity distributions to identify the optimal design for lift enhancement. • Applying principles of dynamic similarity, using spin ratio and Reynolds number analysis, to accurately scale simulation results from the sub-meter model to the 25-meter full-scale vehicle to predict real-world performance.

• Engineered multiple vacuum chamber configurations in SolidWorks, integrating bulkhead, single/multi-ring, and advanced orthogrid stiffener systems. • Executed comprehensive FEA and Eigenvalue Buckling simulations in Ansys, validating structural integrity for various materials across a full 0-15,000 RPM operational range. • Pinpointed optimal stiffener configurations by analyzing parametric sweep data, yielding significant improvements to the Factor of Safety against buckling.

Performed over 50 mechanical diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance tasks on trucks, electric utility carts, and landscape equipment. Boost in fleet management operations, tracking performance metrics for a fleet of 100 cars and 20+ electric carts while supporting electrification initiatives. Strengthen mechanical troubleshooting skills through collaboration with senior mechanics.

Directed CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent to optimize nozzle design for small satellite launch vehicles. Analyzed pressure distribution, velocity profiles, and thermal effects to raise thermal efficiency by 2-3% and exhaust velocity by 3-5%. Interpreted simulation results, ascertained performance inefficiencies, and contributed to design modifications revamped overall aerodynamic and thermal efficiency.

Conducted CFD simulations to analyze airflow behavior and optimize the twin-flap wing system for enhanced aerodynamic efficiency. Evaluated aerodynamic performance by analyzing efficiency variations at different flap angles and identifying low-pressure regions. Contributed to technical documentation and research discussions for the provisional patent (Application No. 202021047472)

Relevant Coursework : Partial Differential Equation, Aircraft Propulsion, Rocket Propulsion, Combustion, Turbulence, Applied Computational Fluid Dynamics, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Introduction to Semiconductor Packaging, Analysis and Modeling of Fluid Flows

Relevant Coursework: Aerodynamics, Flight Mechanics, Aircraft Structures, Mechanics of Composite Materials, Avionics, Fluid Mechanics, Space Dynamics, Helicopter Engineering, Heat Transfer, Vibration Theory, Mechanisms and Machine Elements, Thermodynamics, Mechanics of Solid, High-speed Aerodynamics