Rishabh Sharma

· Investigation of experimental methods for the validation of numerical process simulation in laser based direct energy deposition (L-DED) of 17-4PH Stainless steel powder.

· Development of a measurement setup for in-line data acquisition in selected L-DED machine.

· Conducted experimental trials on significant geometries using the DMG 65 machine to monitor temperature fields, residual stresses and distortion.

· Key Skills: Process development , Thermal profile analysis, Deformation & Residual stress analysis

· Focused on laser cladding and hybrid processes, specifically using the DMG 65 machine for Inconel 718 super alloy.

· Analysis process parameters and conducted image analysis of samples using Fiji Image.

·Performed hands-on work in additive manufacturing and laser welding.

· Key Skills: Additive Manufacturing, SEM analysis, Fiji image, Origin

· Analysis of the process parameters of the SLM-280HL machine, designed samples using Materialise Magics and conducted 3D printing.

· Characterization for the macrostructure's using SEM, EBSD, and performed material testing and data evaluation.

· Key Skills: Additive manufacturing, SEM analysis, EBSD analysis, Materialise Magics

· Development of a corrosion protection layer through anodization of galvanized steel.

· Formation a nanoporous layer to improve the adhesion between composites and compared galvanized steel at various process parameters.

· Characterization anodized steel using Raman Spectroscopy and SEM.

· Key Skills: Wettability test, Raman Spectroscopy, Origin, MS Excel

· Identify new participants and devising strategies to approach them.

· Worked with the team to generate sponsorships, ensuring sufficient financial and in-kind support for the event.

· Key Skills: Networking, Fundraising, Query handling

· Simulating and creating a solar buggy including material search, selection, and prototype construction.

· Designed, simulated and test load bearing capacity of chassis using CATIA V5.

· Key Skills: MS Office, Solidworks, Ansys