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Abhishek Srivastava

Abhishek Srivastava

Braga

Summary

Experienced mechanical design and simulation professional with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions in engineering projects. Demonstrated expertise in developing and optimizing mechanical systems, consistently achieving project objectives. Recognized for strong collaboration skills and adaptability, ensuring seamless team integration and successful outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Mechanical Design Engineer - CFD specialist

Bosch Security Systems
01.2023 - Current
    • Developed detailed 3D model for simulation analysis of Fire safe systems
    • Developed CFD models and validated against experiments
    • Build prototypes based on improved designs and simulation
    • Complete R&D, concept to prototype
    • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.

CFD Researcher

Institute of Polymer and Composites
04.2022 - 03.2023
    • Developed computation methodology using high performance computing (HPC) to support design of profile extruded dies for polymer industries
    • Numerical model developed helps to reduce the scrap during extrusion process by more than 70%
    • Geometry optimization to get the most thermally balanced profiles
    • API development (bash scripting) to facilitate the interaction between CAD and calculation solvers

Research Fellow

University of Lorraine
05.2020 - 03.2022
    • Droplet fall impact on superheated surfaces with application in spray cooling
    • Thermal calculations to understand the cooling effect of different liquids on a superheated surfaces
    • Extensive experiments to validate the study using shadography, infrared imaging, laser induced fluorescence
    • Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous methodologies and data analysis techniques.

Research Fellow

University of Aveiro
01.2018 - 01.2020

Thermal study of hot water tanks using phase change materials (solidification/melting) to increase the heat capacity of the storage tank

  • Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to identify knowledge gaps and inform future studies.
  • Collaboration with Bosch thermotechnology in Portugal
  • Prototyping proposal to Bosch for more efficient hot water tanks

Research Fellow

Fantek
01.2017 - 09.2017
    • CFD study of a De-Dusting System in Steel Power Plant
    • Study of fume flow dynamics
    • Corrosion assessment to evaluate system durability
    • Particle tracking analysis for dust and pollutant behavior
    • In-plant testing to obtain accurate boundary conditions for simulation

Education

Master degree - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

University of Petroleum & Energy Studies
India
09-2017

Bachelor degree - Mechanical Engineering

Uttar Pradesh Technical University
India
09-2013

Skills

  • Simulation - Ansys Fluent, CFX, OpenFOAM
  • Product development
  • Fluid mechanics and Heat transfer
  • 3D CAD - PTC Creo, Ansys SpaceClaim
  • Prototype development
  • High performing computing (HPC)
  • Engineering calculations
  • Computer-aided design
  • Experimental Design

Industrial Trainings

  • Product safety and liability
  • Quality - 8D method
  • Project management - Agile, PEP
  • Information security and privacy
  • PLM tools - PTC Creo + Windchill
  • Plastic part design

Simulation Application

  • Multiphase flows and Turbulence modelling
  • Turbomachinery systems - pumps, turbines, fans
  • External aerodynamics - aerofoil, wind turbine blades, vehicle dynamics
  • Internal flow dynamics - HVAC, pipelines, ducts
  • Internal combustion engine - NOx study, cooling systems, exhaust, air-fuel mixing.
  • Thermal analysis - heat exchanger, battery and electronic components cooling

Accomplishments

  • Developed a CFD simulation model at Bosch BT-Fire optimizing smoke flow into the smoke chamber for early detection of fire.
  • Developed a computation model using HPC to thermally balance profile dies during extrusion process.
  • Published a scientific paper (https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11012-024-01919-7)
  • Proven ability to work in multicultural and interdisciplinary teams (EMEA region)
  • Effective technical communication and reporting

Personal Information

Nationality: India

Timeline

Mechanical Design Engineer - CFD specialist

Bosch Security Systems
01.2023 - Current

CFD Researcher

Institute of Polymer and Composites
04.2022 - 03.2023

Research Fellow

University of Lorraine
05.2020 - 03.2022

Research Fellow

University of Aveiro
01.2018 - 01.2020

Research Fellow

Fantek
01.2017 - 09.2017

Master degree - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

University of Petroleum & Energy Studies

Bachelor degree - Mechanical Engineering

Uttar Pradesh Technical University
Abhishek Srivastava