Projects
Numerical and Experimental Analysis of a Savonius-style wind turbine operating at low wind speeds
The performance of savonious style wind turbine depends on overlap ratio and the shape characteristics. In this project, we aim to optimise the geometrical parameters of an SSWT(Savonius Style Wind Turbine) blade design such as aspect ratios, blade profile & overlap distance to increase the power conversion efficiency parameter coefficient of moment (Cm).
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The performance of savonious style wind turbine depends on overlap ratio and the shape characteristics. In this project, we aim to optimise the geometrical parameters of an SSWT(Savonius Style Wind Turbine) blade design such as aspect ratios, blade profile & overlap distance to increase the power conversion efficiency parameter coefficient of moment (Cm).
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Modeling of film boiling around a hot sphere in still fluid using OpenFOAM + Validation
A hot sphere of diameter 0.00635m is placed at the centre of a water pool of dimensions 0.2mx0.2m. Assume that the temperature of the sphere is 1063K and does not vary with time. Model the entire problem using OpenFOAM and validate the Nusselt's number and Heat Transfer Coefficient.
Numerical Simulation of shockwave passing through a Y-Split
This project is done as part of the Compressible Flow course at IITR. The objective of this project is to model the shock wave passage through a Y-Split channel. I have used OpenFOAM v6.0 software in this project. The rhoCentralFoam solver is used because of its shock capturing ability. Ultimately, the project helps in the design of tunnels for low destruction/damage in case of blasts. Parametrized analysis was performed by varying the angle of bifurcation, to check the destruction caused.
1D FEM Code [Open Source]
I have completed a course - MIN-324 'Finite Element Method' at IIT Roorkee in my 6th semester. I learnt how to frame strong form, weak form, residual methods, Galerkin, Ritz methods for solving equations, 1D and 2D FEM framework for solid mechanics problems. I finally came up with a 1D FEM code that can solve most of the problems. Here is the link to access the code. You are most welcome to use/validate your solutions. Please let me know if there is any suggestion/error.
1. Please read this document before going to the code - Coming Soon
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2. Code - Link for .mlx
3. Code - Link for .pdf
4. Code in Github - Link
Hybrid Finite Element Method for guided wave propagation in an 3D Elbow Joint
March 2021 - May 2021
This project aims to study guided wave propagation in pipes with bends using the Hybrid Finite Element methods. For Illustration a 3 inch Schedule 40 Steel Elbow Joint with bend radius 133.35 mm, bend angle 90 degree with semi- infinite extensions on both faces is considered.
The results from the Finite element framework for the bent pipe is coupled with semi- analytical finite element methods (SAFE) for 2D geometries by extraction of mass, stiffness matrices and node wise matching of degrees of freedom of the end faces at the junction of corresponding geometric elements.
To go through our half-sem presentation for this project, click "More about ..."
Impact of Environmental consciousness on Consumer buying and brand preference
August 2020 - November 2020
In this decade and generation, many people are aware of the importance of environment and sustainability. This project aimed at testing how well the people follow and prefer luxury goods vs fast fashion brands.
I have lead the team and managed all the work distributions. I also did the sentiment analysis on the brands to check the level of happiness they feel. Additionally, a questionnaire is made and floated among all the friends, neighbors, colleges for better local analysis.
H2S dispersion cloud modeling in FLACS and OpenFoam
November 2020 - February 2021
The project aimed at modeling cloud dispersion of H2S gas in an open plant.
Currently working on FLACS and OpenFoam software to perform simulations. We are using PDRfoam with buoyancy solver to model this simulation.
The slideshow shows the dispersion of H2S gas versus time from a leakage inside a factory. The simulation was done in FLACS software and reactingFOAM solvers in OpenFoam previously.
Failure testing of Wind turbine blade at high wind speeds
August 2019 - November 2019
As a part of academics, I led the team to complete this project during my 2nd year Autumn semester (2019). The project aimed toward failures in wind turbines at critical speeds.
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I have studied about material selection and analyzed the wind turbine and also the shaft under high wind speeds using Ansys (Fluent, Structural, and fatigue).
All-Terrain Vehicle
August 2019 - March 2020
I served as the Senior Executive and Brake Engineer for Team KNOx currently developing an all-terrain-vehicle. This vehicle will compete in the SAE BAJA competition where more than 250 teams all over India compete.
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My responsibilities include optimizing the braking subsystem, leading the subsystem, and team management. Additionally, I have modeled the vehicle using MATLAB in a single stop brake event, by which we got the values close to the practical results.
Human Powered Vehicle
2019 - 2020
I served as the technical lead for the HPVC ASME IITR team during the 2019-2020 academic year. I am responsible for designing, analyzing, testing, and fabrication of the Human Powered Vehicle.
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I worked with software packages such as ANSYS, Solidworks, MS Office, Keyshot 8 to conduct analysis with my team members to ensure our HPV was safe in-endurance, drag tests, and safety tests. In addition, I designed and analyzed aerodynamic fairing using CFD to minimize the drag.
