VIT Sixth Batch 2009-2011 - ARAI India · 2017-06-07 · (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG. (b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011 Projects : SUPRA SAE Race Car,Aerodynamic

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Name : AVINASH A Company : NA

Designation : NA

Specialization : NA

Responsibilities : NA

Previous Experience : WORKED AS PROGRAMMER ANALYST IN COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTION INDIA PVT.LTD. FOR A YEAR. Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG.

(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011

Projects : ANALYSIS AND OTIMIZATION OF IC ENGINE PISTON COOLING

AERODYNAMIC ANALYSIS OF A TRUCK Achievements : PARTICIPATING IN SUPERA SAE INDIA RACE CAR EVENT, Date of Birth : 16-05-1986

Date of Marriage : NA

Hobbies : PLAYING CRICKET AND CARROM

Contact Details Present Address : 21, VEDHAVINAYAGAR STREET, GANDHI NAGAR WEST, AVADI, CHENNAI-600054. Permanent Address : 21, VEDHAVINAYAGAR STREET, GANDHI NAGAR WEST, AVADI, CHENNAI-600054.

Mobile : 9766196698

Home : 9710335475

E mail ID : [email protected]

This is Me : RESPECTING OTHERS FEELING AND MAKING THEM COMFORTABLE WHILE HANGING WITH THEM.

M.Tech. Project Details Title : CYLINDER HEAD COOLANT FLOW ANALYSIS OF A HEAVY DUTY DIESEL ENGINE

Project Guide : “Mr. HARIVISWANATH ,SCT ‘D’,CVRDE.“

Key Words : CFD ANALYSIS ,AVL FIRE Abstract - “The coolant flow in cylinder head of diesel engine is a complex phenomena. The flow channel and the geometry of the coolant area will have direct impact on the performance and size of the engine. This project is aimed to study the coolant flow path and its effect on pressure drop across the system of a direct injection diesel engine cylinder head. The engine was uprated to 1500 hp from 1000 hp and intended to use the same cylinder head of 1000 hp for the uprated 1500 hp engine.

The flow of the coolant path in this engine is that enters the cylinder block and reaches the cylinder head. The coolant get circulated through the coolant path in the cylinder head and get collected at the last cylinder. The flow path was studied and suitable improvement of this flow path is recommended in order to obtain the optimal flow around the cylinders. The coolant from each cylinder is collected separately through a water manifold pipe and sent back to the radiator. This will ensure the heat transfer and also improve heat carrying capacity of coolant.

When the engine was uprated from 1000 hp to 1500 hp, it was recommended to use this high flow rate of 1320lpm from 420lpm. The pressure drop across the system will increase for higher flow rate and this will give rise to additional requirement of higher capacity of water pump.

The modification of coolant passage inside the cylinder head is avoided since it will lead to total reconfiguration of the engine. In view of the above, this newly improved method by addition of water manifold to increase the area of coolant path will reduce the pressure drop across the system and hence reduce the need of additional higher capacity water pump.“

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Name : ABHAY PRATAP

Company : HINDUSTAN MOTORS LTD.

Designation : MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

Specialization : VEHICLE TESTING

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : No

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : SRM UNIVERSITY (Automobile) 2009


Projects : B.Tech: DESIGN & FABRICATION OF 4-STROKE AUTORICKSHAW TO REDUCE ITS EMISSION M.Tech:TEST RIG DESIGN FOR MEASURING THE STIFFNESS OF BIW

Achievements : GOT 1ST PRIZE IN AN INTERNATIONAL PROJECT OF HYBRID TUK TUK

Date of Birth : 26-11-1986

Date of Marriage : -

Hobbies : WATCHING ADVERTISEMENTS

Contact Details

Present Address :

Permanent Address : ANAND KUTIR, NALBAND TOLI, THATHERI BAZAAR, BUXAR - 802101 (BR)

Mobile : 7439033787

Home : 6183224553


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M.Tech. Project Details

Title : TEST RIG DESIGN FOR MEASURING THE STIFFNESS OF BIW

Project Guide : NIRMAL KUMAR MARAGI, Md. RAFIQ

Key Words : TEST RIG, BIW STIFFNESS, BODY SHELL

Abstract : The backbone of vehicles is structure known in automotive industry as a Body-in-White. Structure is design to support maximum load potential. Thus body should have good strength as well as stiffness. Bending stiffness prevents sagging and torsion stiffness provides rigidity.

Global car body stiffness is an important design attribute in vehicle design. Therefore accurate characterization of this stiffness is needed. The current industrial method for static stiffness determination has several downsides, amongst others its time consuming set-up preparation.

The test rig is designed to measure the bending stiffness and torsion stiffness of the body shell of the vehicle. In a test rig the body shell is mounted on the stands and constrained accordingly for bending and torsion test. The loads can be applied with the help of scissor jack at the centre of wheel base in bending case and at one side of front end in case of torsion case and deflections can be measured with the help of digital dial gauge to determine the stiffness.

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Name : ABHIJIT S. SWAMI Company : PIAGGIO VEHICLES PVT LTD

Designation : MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

Specialization : ENGINEERING - R&D

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : 11 MONTHS AT KIRLOSKAR BROTHERS LIMITED

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2009

Projects : HIBRID BIKE DESIGN CREATION AND EVALUATION OF ACCELERATED ENDURANCE TEST CYCLE Achievements :

Date of Birth : 24.04.1986

Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : TREKING,TRAVELLING,READING

Contact Details

Present Address : House No:- 2812, B- Ward, Mangalwar Peth, Belbag, Kolhapur-416012, Maharashtra

Permanent Address : House No:- 2812, B- Ward, Mangalwar Peth, Belbag, Kolhapur-416012, Maharashtra

Mobile : 9860182788

Home : (0231) 2644941


This is Me : COOL, HAPPY AND FRIENDLY


Title : CREATION AND EVALUATION OF ACCELERATED ENDURANCE TEST CYCLE

Project Guides : VYENKATESH MADANE,MANAGER R&D,PVPL

Key Words

Abstract - In the last four to five years, a variety of models of Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) have flooded the Indian market. Recent advances in data acquisition, storing and recording technology make detailed sampling of actual customer usage of product possible. This is popularly known as service load data or road load data in automotive application. Due to this, laboratories are coming forward to use the actual road load data rather than simulated data or data collected from the proving ground, which led to this project on finding the representative length of data (short-term data) from the large distance data (long-term data). This acquired data (short-term data) is correlated to long term data so that it can be simulated on pave track. Once the short-term data representative of long-term data is found, it would avoid the collection of long distance data in future for the particular class of vehicle. So in this project correlation between road damage and track damage is achieved for different road conditions and at different loading conditions.

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Name : Aditya Palsule

Company : Ashok Leyland

Designation : Deputy Manager

Specialization : NVH

Responsibilities : Placement coordinator

Previous Experience : -

Qualifications

(a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG.


Projects : SUPRA SAE Race Car,Aerodynamic analysis of Sedan, analysis of ATV rollcage

Achievements : Sucessful fabrication of SUPRA SAE Race Car, placing 50 of 53 students,getting highest package of 8.25 Lakhs.

Date of Birth : 09.03.1985

Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : Treking, Playing Computer Games, Driving.

Contact Details

Present Address : 478/A, Soukhyada Soc.,Shivadarshan Chowk, Pune-9

Permanent Address : 478/A, Soukhyada Soc.,Shivadarshan Chowk, Pune-9

Mobile : 9766454147

Home : 2024220497


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M.Tech Project Details

Title : Design, optimization and validation of braking, suspension and steering system of race car

Project Guide : Mr. Kalyan Hatti, Mr.P.R. Pawar, Dr. Vora

Key Words : Roll Center, Anti-ackermann, Disc rotor

Abstract - An open wheeled open cockpit racing-car is designed and built for the SUPRA SAEINDIA student competition. For the purpose of this project the students need to assume that a manufacturing firm has engaged them to design, fabricate and demonstrate a prototype car for evaluation of the same as a product ready for production. The intended sales market for such product is the nonprofessional weekend autocross racer. Therefore, the car must have very high performance parameters in terms of its acceleration, braking and handling qualities.

This work discusses in detail about the design, optimization and validation of the three critical sub- systems in the vehicle namely Suspension, Braking and Steering. For this purpose, review of SUPRA SAE rules relating to these sub systems is used to develop realistic parameters.

Based on the these parameters analytical calculations have been carried out on components of sub systems. They are designed and modelled using CAD Tool and analysed for cornering, braking and vertical loading conditions using finite element analysis. The roll cage is then fabricated and validated. The total weight of the car is assumed to be 414 Kg for analysis.

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Name : Ajit Burra Company : Designation : Specialization : Responsibilities : Previous Experience : Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical


Projects : CFD analysis of passenger car hatch back

Achievements : Date of Birth : 6/7/1986

Date of Marriage : Hobbies : Cooking, Movies , Watch Collection Contact Details Present Address :Permanent Address : F-302, Coastal Park, Opp.NCB, Beach Road, Maharanipeta, Visakhapatnam-530002

Mobile :Home : (996) 658-4841


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M.Tech. Project Details Title : Improving Fuel Efficiency of the Tractor by on demand hydrualics

Project Guides : Mr. Sarbjot Singh Escorts, Mr. C R Kulkarni, ARAI

Key Words : Fuel Efficiency, parasite

Abstract - In the present world the need of fuel and the importance of developing fuel efficient vehicles is an ever increasing demand. The main aim of the project is to improve the fuel efficiency of the tractor by on- demand hydraulics. Generally in tractor the hydraulic pump consumes some power from the engine whether there is need of hydraulics or not. So to reach our aim we have to reduce that power consumed by the pump (parasitic loss) during haulage operation (i.e., when the hydraulic are not in use). To achieve it we have to disengage the hydraulic pump from the engine during haulage operation. To achieve this we have to develop an innovative mechanism . A survey is conducted and we have decided to benchmark our competitors. Reverse engineering is carried out with modifications as per our requirements. Understood the environment of the new software UGS NX 5. Learned 3D modelling, drafting and assembly. Calculations are done for the power consumption by the pump, spring constant and the amount of force required for the engagement/disengagement of the hydraulic pump with the engine. Designed the 3D models of the diesel saver unit in the software. They include shifter casing, coupling shaft, pump gear, circlips, hydraulic pump, knob, L Link, parallel key, sleeve, lock spring, lock nut, lever etc. Assembly of the parts is completed unit in the NX 5 environment.

Drawings are drafted in Unigraphics NX5 the of the Shifter assembly for the engagement/ disengagement mechanism with Bill of material. Levelling layout is prepared for the assembly reference. Design reviews are conducted at regular periods and the changes are made based on the design reviews feedback. After the completion of the design we have carried out a test on the vehicle with and without hydraulic pump which validate this concept and from the test results we have found that the theoretical calculations and the test results are almost similar with little deviation.

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Name : ANKUSH JAIN Company : Academics

Designation : PGET

Specialization : M-TECH AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING

Responsibilities : ENGINE DEVELOPMENT

Previous Experience : VE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES PVT. LTD.

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG.

: (b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2009

Projects : Impact and Roll over analysis of “All terrain vehicle roll cage”. Analysis of supersonic flow over a wedge using fluent as simulation tool.

Achievements : Date of Birth : 9/30/1986 Date of Marriage : Hobbies : PLAYING BADMINTON & CRICKET

Contact Details Present Address : S/O Neelam Chand Jain, Sadar Bazar, Mangla Complex, Rajnandgaon (Chattisgarh)

Permanent Address : S/O Neelam Chand Jain, Sadar Bazar, Mangla Complex, Rajnandgaon (Chattisgarh)

Mobile : 9981951784

Home : 07744-222290


This is Me : Friendly and confident M.Tech Project Details

Title : SIMULATION OF VEHICLE FUEL CONSUMPTION IN ENGINE TEST BED BY DEFINING ENGINE TEST CYCLE BASED ON ACTUAL VEHICLE DRIVING PATTERN Project Guide : Mr. Akhilesh shukla

Key Words : Engine drive cycle, Fuel consumption

Abstract - To generate and simulate an engine dynamometer test cycle for fuel consumption analysis of heavy duty diesel engine on engine test bed, a test cycle based on actual in-use engine speed and estimated engine torque data is developed. After collection of road load data at 100 milliseconds interval, it was transformed into a schedule of torque and speed points at one-second intervals, to facilitate engine testing. Using an iterative process, comparison of chi-square statistical data was used to identify compressed test cycle. Two approach “day in life” and “micro-trip” based duty cycle has been followed to compress full-length test cycle for quick estimation of fuel consumption over a particular driving route. In “micro-trip” based duty cycle, three micro-trips were generated, one for each type of road i.e. highways, ghats and sub-urban roads and these micro-trips were “strung” together to make up a test cycle. Whereas in “day in life” based duty cycle approach, one representative cycle extracted from full-length test cycle was made. Before accepting these test cycles, data for the cycles were compared to the base data in an effort to validate that the cycles were representative of the actual vehicle driving pattern. Using a reference speed, for cycle normalization and de-normalization as defined in TAP document 115/116, the cycle speed and torque points were normalized. A compressed transient test cycle for Heavy duty vehicle developed from this work can be used to conduct fuel consumption tests on diesel engines. The test cycle generated gives quick estimation of vehicle fuel economy after any particular engine modification before going for actual road trial. This test cycle will give more realistic on the road vehicle performance (either by actual road load testing or simulated road load testing on a dynamometer) which is more useful from a pragmatic point of view for engine testing.

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Name : Anuj Anil Rivankar

Company : Escorts Agri-Machinery Group

Designation : Post Graduate Trainee

Specialization : Engine

Responsibilities : Engine Development


Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore-Pune) Automobile-2011

Projects : Investigation of Waste Fried Oil as a Source of an Alternate Fuels for Diesel Engine. (BE Project) Reduction of Piston- Piston ring assembly failure deterioration of Oil.

Achievements :

Date of Birth : 22/06/1988


Hobbies : Cricket, Philately, Auto & Tech Magazines.

Contact Details

Present Address : H. No.100, Sector 19, Mathur road, Faridabad, Haryana

Permanent Address : H.No.13/2, Fattawada, Nerul ,Bardez, Goa

Mobile : 9764540591

Home : 0832-2401427

Office : 9582011192


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Title : Reduction of Piston- Piston ring assembly failure deterioration of Oil

Project Guides : Mr. Vikas Dhiman, Mr. Rajeev Khurana (Industry Guide), Mr. Prasad Bhat (ARAI- Guide)

Key Words :

Abstract - The scope of this project is the study and analysis of the Piston-Ring assembly failure and deterioration of oil in 4 cylinder TCI engine and finding the solutions to reduce the same. Project involved performing Design failure mode effect analysis and it was found that Piston seizere and sticking of Piston rings were primary modes for the failure. Excess Exhaust Gas Recirculation(EGR) send inside intake manifold to reduce NOx emission resulted in increase in concentration of soot and other inert products. EGR was also responsible for degradation rate of the oil. Testing was conducted in order to optimize EGR flow rate so as to reduce NOx emission with little increase in smoke level. Different types of pistons and ring designs were proposed and discussed with our supplier m/s Goetze. Proposed designs were implemented and then tested for endurance. First modification was to reduce the First and top land diameter of pistons and continuing with existing piston rings. Second modification was to use trapeze first grooves and half keystone rings. Inorder to compete with increasing soot content inside combustion chamber, oil capacity of the engine was increased from presently 8 ltr to 10.5 ltr. This oil sump was validated. Also Different types of oils such as CI4, CI4plus etc were tested for improving deterioration rate. Based on the test results, CI4 plus oil was validated for four cylinder TCI engine with EGR.

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Name : Arun Kvarghese

Company : TVS Motor Company Ltd

Designation : Member R&D

Specialization : Chassis Design

Responsibilities : Ride Comfort-Development

Previous Experience : Industrial Engineer, MRF Tyres, Chennai



Projects : Development of test methods & measurement of transmissibility of two wheeler seat

Achievements : Merit scholarship @ 1st semester in VIT, 2nd prize for saree guard design



Hobbies : Coin and stamp collection

Contact DetailsPresent Address : Kottayil House, Puthenangady, Kottayam- P.O, Kerala-686001

Permanent Address : Kottayil House, Puthenangady, Kottayam- P.O, Kerala-686001

Mobile : 9744254337

Home : 0481 2301582

Office : 9543828157

E mail ID : [email protected] [email protected]

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Title : Development of test methods & measurement of transmissibility of two wheeler seat

Project Guide : K.P. Wani

Key Words Vibration isolation,two wheeler seat,Transmissibility, ride comfort

Abstract - Two-wheeler is an important vehicle for personal transportation in India. People prefer a two-wheeler, which has more fuel economy, comfort and performance. When considering the comfort of a vehicle, seating system is an important part, which has direct contact with the user. This will plays a major role in the vehicular feel and behavior. To better understand the dynamic comfort, it is necessary to understand the vibration characteristics of seat-human system. Vibration characteristics, which are influential, are Natural frequency of the system, Maximum transmissibility, Attenuation frequency and Transmissibility at 6 Hz. For quantifying these characteristics, a test set up was developed and measurements made using different samples with different seat characteristics. Seat characteristics measured are IFD, Hystersis, Air-Permeability, Resilience, Thickness and Mass. From these results a correlation between the seat design parameter and vibration characteristics are established. Also tests are carried out to study effect of seat deterioration on the vibration and seat characteristics of used seat samples. Seat samples ranging from 10000 Kms to 30000Kms were collected from the field [made up of MDI (Methyl Di Isocyanate) and TM (proportion of MDI and TDI-Toluene Di Isocyanate)]. By using ranking methods a best seat had been identified by considering the vibration characteristics. Additionally vibration ranking of the seat are correlated with and subjective rating of the samples. Thus qualitative and quantitative factors have been correlated.

Keywords: Transmissibility, two-wheeler seat, Polyurethane foam, Comfort and fatigue, correlations, ride comfort, vibration Isolation.

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Name : ARUN AUGUSTINE PAUL S

Company : TATA MOTORS

Designation : PGET

Specialization : ENGINES

Responsibilities :


Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : Automobile Engineering


Projects : B.Tech: Design and fabrication of a HUBLESS rear wheel for Enfield Bullet

M.Tech: 1-D Simulation of Gasoline Turbocharged Engine and parametric study

Achievements :



Hobbies : Travelling, Philately, Numismatics

Contact Details

Present Address : -

Permanent Address : No.18, Siruvallur High Road, Perambur, Chennai - 600011

Mobile : 9766211398

Home : 9444367942


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Title : 1-D Simulation of Gasoline Turbocharged Engine and Parametric study

Project Guide : M. T. Nimbalkar and K. D. Gokhale

Key Words : SI Engine, Turbocharger, waste-gate

Abstract - This thesis deals with one dimensional simulation of turbocharged spark ignition engines. The objective has been to contribute to the improvement of turbocharged SI engines performance as well as 1-D simulation capabilities. 1D simulation has been used to develop an increased knowledge of turbocharged engine operation and to apply this knowledge to optimise the design. This reduces the requirement for prototype testing, reducing the time and cost of the development programme.

1D engine simulations have been performed on a turbocharged SI engine and the results have been validated by on-engine measurements in test cell. The operating conditions considered are different speed and boost levels.

Turbocharged engines suffer from poor gas exchange due to the high exhaust pressure created by the turbine. These results in power loss due to high levels of residual gas retained in the cylinder, since the turbocharged engines are subjected to high temperature and pressure they are more prone to knocking. In spite of having problems due to high back pressures and knocking, the turbocharger increases the efficiency and thereby the overall output of the engine by making use of the waste exhaust energy. A comparative study between a naturally aspirated engine and a turbocharged engine is made to validate the advantage of turbocharger. This thesis also presents an insight into the influence of various vital parameters like valve overlap, inlet and exhaust valve opening, boost pressure, etc. on the performance of the engines.

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Name : G. ARUN PRASATH Company : MAHINDRA TWO WHEELERS LTD

Designation : PGET

Specialization : ELECTRICAL AND ELECTONICS Responsibilities : Previous Experience : NIL Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : BE MECHATRONICS ENGG.


Projects : 1. Automatic neutral position in two wheeler

2. Cruise control in two wheeler Achievements : Secured first prize for my final year project in BE Mechatronics Engg Date of Birth : 21/05/1988 Hobbies : Playing Cricket, Carom

Contact Details Present Address : H59, Heramb, Opp to Kawade Nagar Sai Mandhir, New Sangvi, Pune - 411027 Permanent Address : 13A Thirunagar Colony, Mettupalayam Road, Sathyamangalam -6 38402, Tamilnadu

Mobile : 9665431618


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M.Tech Project Details Title : Drivaility Check and Tuning of EFI in the new motorcycle

Project Guide : Mr. V. Yogaraja

Key Words : Increase in drivability and reduce in emissions of an EFI System as compared to carburetor system by tuning of EFI System

Abstract - As there is a huge hike in the petrol price in the last ten years, customers prefer low running cost in a vehicle. For the past five years there is a rapid shift among the European countries from conventional Carbureted system to fuel injection system in two Wheelers. These facts are due to increase in demand for fuel economy and performance combined with more stringent emissions and legislative requirements. These factors lead to the development of Electronic Fuel Injection system (EFI). One of the main factors that determine engine performance and economy is fuel induction. Mechanical method like carburetted fuel induction has proven inefficient and unfriendly to the environment. Carburetion system in the present two wheelers is facing lot of issues like lower fuel economy, more emissions and lower performance due to improper mixture of air/fuel ratio. In such conventional system change in parameters during optimization gives advantage in one area and parallely disadvantage in other area. So there is a need of trade off between each parameter. For e.g. if we want to increase the performance of the vehicle we have to sacrifice on the emissions part. With the help of EFI system the above factors can be rectified by providing proper mixing of air/fuel ratio. Thus by using EFI system in two wheelers there are two major benefits viz., benefits to the customer(Increase in fuel economy and performance) and benefits to the society(By reducing the emissions).

In this project vehicle fitted with EFI system is tuned properly to get ideal air/fuel ratio at different operating conditions. To confirm whether the EFI system is more precisely tuned or not, the vehicle is converted from EFI system to carburettor system and the main parameters like fuel economy, drivability and emissions are compared. This is done by selecting an appropriate carburettor and ignition system for the same vehicle configuration. EFI System w.r.t carburetor System was found to give an advantage of about 10% in terms of power & fuel economy and 12 to 15% in terms of Emission.

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Name : B. SYAM SUNDAR

Company : HINDUSTAN MOTORS

Designation : Senior Engineer

Specialization :

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : NA

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical Engineering


Projects : B. Tech: Replacement of R12 with R134a refrigerant and perfromance imporvement of air separation plant in vizag steel plant Achievements : - Date of Birth : 14/09/1986 Date of Marriage : Hobbies : MUSIC, COMPUTER GAMES

Contact Details Present Address : Permanent Address : M.I.G 296, A.P.H.B COLONY ANANTAPUR 515001, ANDHRA PRADESH

Mobile : 9908240887

Home : 9440686838

Office : 9159133723

E mail ID : [email protected]; [email protected] This is Me :

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Fine tuning of combustion and after treatment devices to upgrade existing engine from BSIII to BSIV emission standard for passenger car application Project Guides : Mr. Prabir kumar chakraborty, Mr. N.H. Walke Key Words : Abstract - Motor vehicles provided mankind with a huge freedom for mobility and gave an important contribution to the development of society. Due to large scale of production and use of motor vehicles people got aware of negative side-effects, as there are, e.g., pollutions, impacts on human health and on the climate. Motor vehicular pollution is growing day by day and it became major concern, due to this emission control standards for motor vehicles evolved. Due to implementation of tighter exhaust emission standards, exhaust aftertreatment derives are the most effective and promising tool for the stringent emission norms. The main objective of this project is to control the exhaust emissions from the vehicle by fine tuning of combustion and aftertreatment devices to upgrade the existing engine from BSIII to BSIV emission standard for passenger car application. The subjected engine is 2.0L Turbocharged, IDI engine, 4 Inline having bore x stroke 84 x 90 mm with compression ratio 21:1. Maximum power 54.0±1.5 KW @ 4000RPM and maximum torque 60.0±6.0/-2.0 Nm @2500 RPM. Baseline configuration of the vehicle exhaust system is 1.8 litre Diesel Oxidation Catalyst with 400 cpsi, 15 gpcf Pt. loading and Particulate matter filter catalyst of 3.0 litre, 200cpsi. NOx control is the first step and for this EGR percentage is increased to control NOx. For CO and HC control, higher loading DOC and also close coupled catalyst are tried out. By employing higher EGR flow rate NOx is within the limit. But PM increased due to trade off, it can be further reduced by higher volume filter and DOC of higher loading is required for further reduction in CO and HC without Pre-cat.

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Name : DIVYANSH PANCHOLI Company : VECV Designation : DY. MANAGER Specialization : ENGINE CALIBRATION AND TESTING Responsibilities : ENGINE DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING Previous Experience : ONE YEAR:VIALLE ALTERNATE FUEL SYSTEMS PVT. LTD FORCE MOTORS LTD., PUNE Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Automobile (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2009-11 Projects : TURBOCHARGER SELECTION AND MATCHING FOR SCV Achievements : MANY….. BUT YET TO ACHIEVE THE TARGET Date of Birth : 17/04/86 Date of Marriage : 06 / 05 / 2013Hobbies : CRICKET, MUSIC, MOVIES, ADVENTUROUS TOURS……… Contact Details Present Address : NIGDI PRADHIKARAN, PUNE Permanent Address : 1-B-14 MAHAVEER NAGAR 3, KOTA, RAJASTHANMobile : 9561496143, 9685094143Office : E mail ID : [email protected],[email protected], [email protected] This is Me :

M.Tech. Project Details Title : TURBOCHARGER SELCTION AND MATCHING FOE SMALL COMMERCIAL VEHICLE Project Guides : Mr. DA PALAI(FORCE MOTORS), Mr. N.H. Walke(ARAI), Prof.K.Annamalai(VITU) Key Words : TURBOCHARGER SELECTION, MATCHING, SMALL COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, BS4, CHASSIS DYNAMOMTER Abstract - The diesel engine is a compression-ignition internal combustion heat engine which can be operated in both the four- and two-stroke cycle. This high efficiency translates to good fuel economy and low greenhouse gas emissions. Pressure charging is the process of force-feeding air into the combustion chamber of the diesel engine. Normally diesel engines have an air-charge system with an exhaust driven turbine. This is referred to as Turbocharging. A modern turbocharger has simple, modular design, aimed at improving overall life cycle. The key selection criteria include:• High specific flow rates • High efficiencies and reliability• Low noise emissions • Ease of maintenance and mounting• Long-service lifeWhen comparing similar rated engines, in terms of environmental protection, one fitted with a modern turbocharger will consume some 10-15% less fuel while reducing gaseous emissions by equally significant amounts. However it is not just in fuel efficiency where environmental protection benefits lie. In connection with turbocharger matching to an automotive diesel engine, years of experience have enabled makers of turbocharger to develop a simple, semi empirical method for selecting the optimum turbocharger for any propulsion engine, turbocharging system, output data and ambient conditions, at low computation cost and with sufficient accuracy. There are certain problems in automotive applications that cause environmental effect, cost and comfort problems. Therefore, internal combustion engines are required to have not only a high specific power output but also to release less pollutant emissions. For these reasons, current light and medium duty engines are being highly turbocharged because of having negative environmental effects of internal combustion engines. Various methods have been developed to cool down charge air which is heated during turbocharging process. One of these methods is to use a compact heat exchangers called as intercoolers to cool charging air. The purpose of an intercooler is to cool the charge air after it has been heated during turbocharging. As the air is cooled, it becomes denser, and denser air makes for better combustion to produce more power. Additionally, the denser air helps reduce the chances of knock.. Pressure drops, air density, and engine revolution were used as input parameters to calculate the variation of engine power output.

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Name : Gopalakrishnan S

Company : Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India Private Ltd

Designation : PGET

Specialization : Engineering Synthesis

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : Nil

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical Engineering

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2009-2011

Projects :

Achievements :


Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : Quizzing, Swimming, Sports

Contact Details

Present Address : Flat no 3, Sai lakshmi Apartments, Selvaraj Nagar Extension 3, Urapakkam, Chennai

Permanent Address : Aynikattu Madom, Kannampuzha Road, Chalakudy- 680307, Kerala

Mobile : 8608242574, 04802700741

Office :


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Title : Development of real world car driving cycle of Chennai region for the assessment of emission and fuel consumption

Project Guides : N Balasubramanian, I Ramesh Chandru [RNTBCI], Y V Dhage [ARAI], P Baskar [VIT]

Key Words : Driving Cycle, Fuel consumption, Emission, MIDC

Abstract - A driving cycle is a time series of vehicle speeds recorded at successive (equally spaced) time points. It represents a typical driving pattern for the population of a city. The objective of the project is to propose a method to develop a car driving cycle [A1, A2, and A3 Segment] representing Metro Cities of India [Case study – Chennai]. Modified Indian Driving Cycle shows characteristics of vehicle operating conditions for various constant speeds & constant accelerations ranges but does not represent realistic speed-time history of a vehicle in actual traffic condition. As driving conditions become different, the assessment using MIDC may not produce actual amount of emission and fuel consumption. Hence we expect to compare Chennai Driving cycle with MIDC & approximately 5% variation is expected in emission & fuel consumption.

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Name : I Venkata Naga Sri Harsha

Company : Maruti Suzuki India Limited

Designation : Assistant Manager

Specialization : CAE

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : None


(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) Year of Passing

Projects : Analysis of Leaf spring in Ansys 11.0

Aerodynamic analysis of Sedan

Achievements : Succesfully organised sports activities for sixth batch.



Hobbies : Playing chess, Listening to music, Reading Books

Contact Details

Present Address : Gurgaon

Permanent Address : Hyderabad

Mobile : 8860379669


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Title : Prediction of Vehicle performance of a compact car due to change in rear suspension type

Project Guide : Mr. Milind Wagh; Mr. Hari Krishnan

Key Words : MSC ADAMS; Vehicle Dynamics; Multi Body Dynamics

Abstract - Vehicle handling behavior has always been a key aspect in evaluating vehicle performance. The project work focuses on the effect of rear suspension on vehicle handling; both in steady state and transient conditions. For this purpose, two most popular types of rear suspensions in the present day market have been taken. In order to get a quantitative comparison, a Multi Body Dynamics (MBD) software, in this case MSC ADAMS has been used.

In the first phase, focus was on building a model of the existing representative prototype in ADAMS/CAR. Then various tests have been simulated with the model and the results correlated with actual testing data. Thus, validation of the built model is ensured.

In the next phase, the vehicle with the same configuration, but having different Rear suspension was built in the software. This model is again simulated. The results obtained from this simulation and the results from earlier phase are compared and the best possible suspension is decided with respect to handling performance. This study is helpful in analyzing the feasibility of implementation of the rear suspension with respect to handling performance.

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Name : K. DEVENDRA

Company : HINDUSTAN MOTORS

Designation : NOT YET DECIDED


Responsibilities : ANALYSIS FOR PASSENGER & LCV SEGMENT VEHICLES

Previous Experience : 6 Months



Projects : FIELD FAILURE ANALYSIS OF REAR AXLE W.R.T DESING & MANUFACTURING Achievements : Date of Birth : 17/01/1986


Hobbies : Playing Cricket, Watching Movies, Playing NFS

Contact Details

Present Address : C/O T.Venkataramana, Dr.No:2-2-202, Chintakayala Street, Near Gandhi Bhavan Trust, Narasimhatheertham Road, Tirupati - 517501

Permanent Address : S/O K.Rama Devi, Dr.No:3-19, Hatiramji Colony (Majjiga Kalva), Near Lingeswar Nagar, Avilala, Tirupati-517501

Mobile : 9000413409 (Andhra Pradesh), 8420902320 (West Bengal)

Home : 9394840579


This is Me : Only one life, U must succeed. No compromise.

M.Tech Project Details Title : Field Failure Analysis of Rear Axle Assembly w.r.t. Design & Manufacturing

Project Guide : Nirmalkumar Maragi, Jagadev Biradar

Key Words : Abstract - The Project is to analysis failures of rear axle assembly system for a light commercial vehicle by analytical method, CAE & FEA, DFMEA, metallurgical report study, manufacturing and assembly process study and suggestions to improve the performance and reliability.

The current rear axle system has been studied by complete dis-assembly and benchmarked with competitor vehicle axle systems. Further the analytical calculation has been carried out for the failure components of rear axle assembly. The failure reports statistics has been collected from service section and DFMEA is developed in reference with SAE Journal 1739-Surface vehicle recommended practice. The development done in consideration with the R&D division, manufacturing division, assembly division, service section and marketing section. The metallurgical tests were done for the failure components and the reports was thoroughly analysed to determine the cause as per material specifications. The CAD model was prepared by using CATIA V 5.20 and the IGS file is used to develop the FE model by using HYPERMESH V 10.0.

All the reports have been compared relatively with each other and the feasible suggestions are made:1. To improve the gear strength2. To improve the vehicle performance3. To improve the gradeability4. To improve the life of rear axle and its components

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Name : Kunal Kumar RanaCompany : Mahindra and Mahindra

Designation : PGET

Specialization : Engine Development

Responsibilities : Testing, Development for Targets, Strategy Development

Previous Experience : 1 Yr. At Vialle Alternaitve Fuel Systems (P) Ltd., Faridabad,

in R&D Division Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : Automobile Engineering


Projects : Knocking Phenomenon for Gasoline and Gas fueled S.I. Engine. Design & Fabrication of F1 type car for Supra SAE India Compitition

Achievements : Five times Rajasthan University topper in B.E. Won the Second prize in Robot Design Challenge at BITs Pilani Date of Birth : 1/14/1987


Hobbies : Reading, Watching Documentaries, Surfing Net, Music, playing computer games etc.

Contact Details Present Address : Plot No. 557, Shivtej Nagar, Near Spin Road, Chinchwad, Pune

Permanent Address : 3/62, Goverdhan Vilas, HB Colony, Udaipur (Rajasthan)-313001

Mobile : 91-96570-29436

Home : 91-94606-94170

Office : - E mail ID : [email protected]

This is Me : I am a workaholic person who is Focused, Dedicated, Friendly and responsible.

M.Tech Project Details Title : Optimization of Turbo-Transient Response for Target performance and meeting BSIII Emission Norms of HD Engine.

Project Guide : Mr. Sachin Kulkarni (MNEPL), Mr. D.S. Rathod (MNEPL), Mr. N.H.Walke (ARAI) Key Words : Turbocharger, Heavy Duty, Transient Response, Load Acceptance, Trim, A/R Ratio, Emission, Swirl

Abstract - This assignment was undertaken to explores the complex linkage between the aerodynamic machine parameters (the turbocharger), the positive displacement machine (the engine) on the basis of engine performance, transient response and exhaust emissions. The test engine was a direct injection turbocharged, intercooled heavy duty diesel engine for automotive application.

To classify the interest of turbo-parameters on the basis of transient response of the engine, a necessity to quantify the transient response of the engine was felt. In this paper, we will describe a methodology for the quantification and evaluation of effect of such parameters on test benches under transient demand. Results showed that turbine wheel trim and turbine A/R ratio has a great effect on engine performance especially low engine speed torque, BSFC and transient response of the engine. A comparative study of turbocharger with these two modified parameters is carried out and results showed that: The engine with modified A/R ratio is advantageous at high loads at low and medium speeds, where initial response for the acceleration demand is observed better when running the engine with this TC. From the BSFC point of view, turbocharger with the modified turbine wheel trim has proven better. Regarding gaseous exhaust emissions, there was no noteworthy difference between the tested turbochargers.

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Name : M. SAKTHIVEL Company : TENNECO AUTOMOTIVE INDIA PVT LTD Designation : ENGINEER Specialization : STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS Responsibilities : SYSTEM VALIDATION

Previous Experience : -

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHATRONICS ENGG


Projects : MULTI FUEL CONTROL FOR ROTARY LIME KILN CFD analysis of hatch back, notch back and fast back cars Achievements : Got above 195 in Physics ,Chemistry, Maths in HSC Exam Won first prize in “Paper Presentation” at National Institute of Technology, Trichy Date of Birth : 10/9/1987

Date of Marriage : GOD ONLY KNOWS

Hobbies : Solving Sudoku ,Playing Cricket Contact Details Present Address : 36/2, MOSESWADI,VADGAON SHERI, PUNR -411014, MAHARASHTRA

Permanent Address : S/O C. MOHAN, 153 SPB COLONY, ERODE-638010

Mobile : 9766211134 Home : 9788289414

E mail ID : [email protected] This is Me : HARD WORKING, VERY DEDICATED, PUNCTUAL

M.Tech Project Details Title : DURABILITY ANALYSIS OF EXHAUST SYSTEM

Project Guide : BAPU KUMBHAR

Key Words : CAE ANALYSIS, FATIGUE TESTING, RLDA Abstract - The Automotive Industry is undergoing an enormous change with latest models being released to market everyday. Today the automotive companies must reduce the time to development of new products with improvement in performance, durability.In order to increase the Fatigue life and the endurance capability of the exhaust system fitments like brackets, hangers and other mountings various aspects has to be consider. A precise force, bending moment is acting on these points at different frequency. These effects occur from the excitation source and the road conditions. These disturbances are transmitted to the exhaust system. Both the thermal and mechanical force is acting on the system. The main objective of the project is to find forces at the hanger points and moments at pipe joint with the muffler and the component should with stand 300000 cycles. Durability testing of the system comprises of using these data for the validation of the exhaust system. If possible, the changes in the design can be recommended by changing the mounting points, increasing the welding length, changing the thickness of the material and the grade of the material. In order to conduct the fatigue test the component is placed on the hydraulic universal testing machine. The calculated excitation forces are applied at the grave points, as per the S-N Targets. The data acquired will be useful to judge the number of cycle that the component will withstand for the applied force. This durability analysis will be useful in the product development and validation. The biaxial fatigue test is done for the pipe connected with the muffler in this the real temperature condition is also simulated in side the muffler by passing the hot gas into the system, so that the system will be subjected to the elevated temperature as in the real condition. Fatigue test for the hangers at the inlet is carried out at normal temperature. The thermo shock test is done to ensure the weld joints of perforated tubes with the baffle plate. The flex decoupler which is used to connect the front assembly with the rear muffler system is validated in the proven ground and the displacement in all the direction is measured.

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Name : Mathew Cyriac

Company : Maruti Suzuki India Limited


Specialization : Safety

Responsibilities : Testing Engineer

Previous Experience : Nil


(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune)

Projects : Passenger cra Design Development for Child Restraint System and Developing a test Procedure fot the Evaluation of its Strength

Achievements : Member of University Basketball and Cricket team


Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : Playing Basketball, Cricket Football

Contact Details

Present Address : Room No 1440, 2nd floor,Near Ayyappa Mandir, Sector 21, Gurgaon, Haryana

Permanent Address : Mannanal (H), Parathodu P O, Kottayam, Kerala, Pin 686512

Mobile : 9560739093

Home : 9447421117


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Title : Passenger cra Design Development for Child Restraint System and Developing a test Procedure fot the Evaluation of its Strength

Project Guide : Vivek Kumar Srivastava (Dy Manager), Rahul Lamba (Dy Manager)

Key Words : Static test on ISOFIX Anchorage Systems According to ECE R 14

Abstract - Nearly 250,000 children are injured every year in car accidents (National Center for Statistics and Analysis, USA). Children make up about 5% of total fatalities due to car accidents. The restraint system (adult seat belt) provided in the vehicle for improving occupant safety are not effective for the occupant below a certain age and height. For safety requirements of this particular group of occupants the Child Restraint Systems are attached in the occupant compartment, generally in the rear seat area. . Child Restraint Systems (CRS) are seats designed specifically to protect children from injury or fatality during collisions. ISOFIX anchorages are a standardized attachment system for child restraint systems. ISOFIX are mandatory fitments in many countries like Europe, Japan, USA & Australia. Safety performance evaluation of CRS includes both dynamic test and static test. Static test involves evaluating the strength of the ISOFIX anchorages as per ECE R14, ADR 34 and FMVSS 225. This thesis provides a brief description about different types of Child Restraint Systems (CRS), how a CRS is connected to the vehicle using ISOFIX anchorages, body modifications for mounting an ISOFIX anchorage bar into an existing car model, the types of test used for evaluating the strength of ISOFIX anchorages and standardization of the test procedure.

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Name : Mihir Shah

Company : Mahindra Trucks & Buses

Designation :


Responsibilities :

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicles Priviate Ltd.

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : Production Engg.

(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) Year of Passing 2011

Projects : Front, side & roll overs analysis of ATV in Ansys

Achievements :



Hobbies : Collecting Stamps, Listenig to music, reading books

Contact Details

Present Address : Flat No.6, Suyash Appartments, Baramati

Permanent Address : 603, Pooja Chs, Ltd., Plot 6, Sector 20C, Airoli, Navi Mumabi

Mobile : 9322604091

Home : 022 - 27640979


Official : [email protected]

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Title : Design, Optmization & Analysis of Front Suspension parts of 3 wheeler

Project Guide : Mr. Ghanashyam jadhav

Key Words :

Abstract - Piaggio already has a big, 6 seater three wheeled passenger vehicle. It recently developed a small 3 wheeler passenger vehicle. So it directly used the same front suspension system of the 6 seater 3 wheeler passenger vehicle in the small 3 wheeled passenger vehicle. This project has been undertaken to optimize front suspension of the vehicle for the small version of the Piaggio 3 wheeled passenger vehicle. At the same time the vehicle also drifts toward one side. Thus it was derived to optimize the front suspension as well as to improve the straight line stability of the vehicle. The project is about to optimize the front suspension components and to improve the straight line stability of the vehicle. First, the front suspension components required to be optimized. The weight of the suspension was optimized by 12.5%. The steering column was redesigned and in doing so its weight was reduced by 16%. The suspension spring was redesigned for in order to make it light. The result of the straight line stability analysis is that the maximum yaw rate achieved was 1.5o/s against 8o/s initial value.

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Name : NACHIKET A. KULKARNI

Company : Automotive research Association of India

Designation : Trainee Engineer

Specialization : CAE(Vehicle Dynamics)

Responsibilities :

Previous Experience :



Projects : Design analysis and fabrication of chassis, suspension system for all terrrain vehicle Achievements : won endurance award @ Baja 2009 at second place

won judge’s choice award at Vision 2007 Date of Birth : 10/19/1987


Hobbies : Travelling , cooking, Eating, playing synthesiser etc. Contact Details Present Address : - Permanent Address : 676/1A, Falt no3 Digvijay Apts, Bibavewadi Pune 411037, Maharashtra

Mobile : 9860208567 Home : 020-24217657


This is Me : Nachiket

M.Tech Project Details Title : Development of suspension system for bertter ride performance f the buses

Project Guide : Mr. R.S. Mahajan

Key Words : Ride, Suspension, Buses, confort

Abstract - The main objective of the project is to develop ride and comfort analysis capability for CAE department and to investigate the effect of different types of suspension system on the ride performance of the bus. The project consists of identifying the ride in terms of R.M.S. acceleration at various positions in the bus and then optimizes the suspension properties for improvement in the ride comfort of the bus by reducing the R.M.S. acceleration and the peak acceleration at same points. This work is carried out through mathematical modelling of the bus in the simulation software. In the first part of the project, the acceleration at various positions such as driver seat, bus floor area, and extreme rear seat in the bus is measured. The tracks selected for prediction of ride are sinusoidal track with varying wavelength, isolated left right bumps and severe bounce track with potholes and bumps. The effect of speed on these tracks is also observed and then final speed for particular track is decided. From this information about the average R.M.S. acceleration and peak acceleration at specified location is obtained. In the second part of the project which deals with optimization of the suspension properties for improving ride of the bus by reducing R.M.S. acceleration and peak acceleration. The suspension properties for optimization are spring stiffness and damping coefficient at front and rear. For optimization constraint chosen is suspension working space and limiting dive property of the bus. Again same track is used for checking the new values of acceleration. Thus if the optimize suspension parameters are used in the bus then R.M.S. acceleration can be reduced by 2 % and peak acceleration by 20 % to 25 % with little dive penalty.

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Name : GHAN PRAVIN PRAKASH

Company : Mahindra 2 Wheelers

Designation : PGET


Responsibilities : Structural and dynamic analysis, durability analysis

Previous Experience : 3.5 years

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : B.E in Production Engineering

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune)

Projects : Evaluation of ride-comfort and handling parameters for high power motorcycles Design and development of linkage type screw jack for commercial trucks

Achievements : Best NCC cadet in Maharashtra Silver medol in shooting competition held at Orissa National Camp

Date of Birth : 5-Mar-84


Hobbies : Trekking, reading historical books, horse riding

Contact Details

Present Address : D-7, Mahavir nagar, Manikbag,Sinhgad Road, Pune-411051

Permanent Address : D-7, Mahavir nagar, Manikbag,Sinhgad Road, Pune-411051

Mobile : 9595395961

Home : 020-24350214

E mail ID : [email protected]; [email protected]

This is Me : Open minded, food lover


Title : Evaluation of ride-comfort and handling parameters for high power motorcycles

Project Guides : Yogaraja V

Key Words : Ride-comfort, motorcycle handling

Abstract - The motorcycle segment is growing very fast in India. The average riding speeds are much less due to the road condition and traffic. The road have a mix of both high undulations as well as smooth and flat surfaces on highways. Achieving a very good level of ride comfort on such rough & smooth terrains is challenging task. To enhance the handling behavior of motorcycle wothout compromising on the ride comfort too much. This project work is intended to buildig a generic analytical model of typical motorcycle front suspension that will enhance the understanding of system in-plane dynamic behavior and extending its application for optimizing the design towards a better performance of the complete motorcycle.

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Name : Punit N. Kharwar Company : Maruti Suzuki India Limited


Specialization : CAE - Strength and Durability Responsibilities : Analyst Previous Experience : No Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011

Projects : Hybrid Two Wheelers Modeling of Spot Welds in CAE Achievements : Date of Birth : 6/6/1987 Date of Marriage : 7/2/2011

Hobbies : Contact Details Present Address : C-314, Sushant Lok-1, Nr. Huda City Center, Gurgaon, Haryana

Permanent Address : Krashana Kunj Bunglow, Nr. Ichhanath Temple, Dumas Road, Surat-395007, Gujarat.

Mobile : 7428487843

Home : (261) 225-9126


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M.Tech. Project Details Title : Comparison between different spot weld modeling techniques and correlation with physical testing results Project Guides : Mr. Mahesh Verma and Mr. Praneet Gupta

Key Words : Modeling of Spot Welds

Abstract - Body-in-White consists of sheet metal components which are welded together by large number of spot welds. These spot welds should not fail throughout the life cycle of the vehicle. In order to check the durability of the vehicle, physical testing on the prototype is done. In case if any failure is observed in the spot weld, counter measure has to be taken for it. The vehicle with counter measure should undergo physical testing again which is time consuming and expensive. The evaluation of spot weld can be done in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) Department before building the prototype.

At MSIL, spot welds are modeled using Three Layer Nugget Modeling Technique in CAE Department. This technique creates three layers of elements which represents nugget, heat affected zone and panel. A rigid element is modeled to connect center of the nugget layer elements of the welded panels. The process to create three layers and model rigid element has been automated. These layers of elements are superimposed on existing mesh by automation due to which they get connected to mesh elements arbitrarily. This distorts mesh around spot weld, which has to be corrected. The correction of mesh takes more time. Hence it was decided to find an alternate modeling technique which takes less time and gives good correlation with physical tests.

In the present project, door assembly is selected for which failures are observed in the spot welds during the physical test. The spot welds of this component will be modeled using three layer nugget and alternate spot weld modeling techniques. The door slam test is done by applying gravitational load on the door in locked condition and Linear Static analysis is performed. Correlation criterion is defined to compare physical testing and CAE results. This correlation criteria along with modeling time is used to judge whether three layer nugget or alternate modeling techniques are better.

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Name : RAJAGOPAL S

Company : MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA

Designation : -

Specialization : Vehicle Evaluation, Engine Development

Responsibilities : -

Previous Experience : Sr. Engineer - Engg Research - Honda R&D India Pvt Ltd

Engineer - R&D - Ucal Mikuni Fuel System Chennai



Projects : Optimization of Engine Paramaters for Better Performance & Meeting Bharat(CEV) Stage III Emission Norms

Achievements : Placement Co-ordinator , Won Design Concept prize Event Management - SAE Conference Dec 2010 Chennai

Date of Birth : 31 MAY


Hobbies : Touring, Backpacking, Photography, Cooking

Contact Details

Present Address :

Permanent Address : Kalpakath Nr SDA School East Fort , Mavelikara Allepey Kerala - 690101

Mobile : +919850739546

Home : 0479 - 2341854


This is Me : Professional , Pefectionist,Adventurous


Title : Optimization of Engine Paramaters for Better Performance & Meeting Bharat(CEV) Stage III Emission Norms

Project Guide : Sachin Kulkarni , Sandeep Yasugade

Key Words : Injection Rate Shaping,Piston cooling gallery , Bharat(CEV) Stage III

Abstract - This project is aimed at optimizing a direct injection diesel engine which is adopted for automotive application to suite CEV application. With this optimization the main target is to meet the mass emission along with least penalty on fuel efficiency and targeting minimal product cost with minimal hardware change.

This work is a characteristic test result done to map the effects of hardware settings on the combustion optimization. The effects of change in parameters like injection pressure ,injection timing, incylinder swirl,air flowrate on the entire combustion is analysed with reference to various literature reference and standard practices.Various controlled experiments has given insight to the engine behavior with respect to the control parameter hence selecting the best setting.

This project documents the approach to identify solution opportunities with the in cylinder combustion by using best of knowledge in the combustion system design. It outlines the strategic advantage of using conventional FIE systems suitable for end user in-terms of cost and aftermarket support and engineering to achieve the objective.

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Name : Saju S

Company : Volvo Buses

Designation : R&D Project Engineer

Specialization : Safety and testing

Responsibilities : Simulation in ADAMS, MADYMO and PAM CRASH.

Previous Experience : Infosys Technologies Lts (3 Yrs), TVS Motor Company



Projects : Development of a Two Wheeler Crash Test Faility

Designing a saree guard, Analsys of truck frame

Achievements : Won prize for saree gurad design


Date of Marriage : 31-Dec-10

Hobbies : Photography, Swimming, Travelling, Trekking

Contact Details

Present Address :

Permanent Address : BN-252, Kavil Lane Bapuji Nagar, Pongumoodu Medical College PO, Trivandrum, Kerala

Mobile : 95911 98869

Home : 0471-2553339


This is Me : An ardent fan of photography and automobile engineer by proffesion.


Title : Development of a two wheeler crash test Rig

Project Guide : B. Sivakuamar. C.Sasun

Key Words : Developed a two wheeler crash test, took high speed video, 2 patents may be applied.

Abstract - The growth of two-wheelers in Indian automobile industry is exponential and so is the vulnerability of the two-wheelers to accidents. Even then not much is happening in the field of two-wheeler accident study or two-wheeler crash test in India. This as a motivation, TVS Motor Company Ltd planned to develop a two-wheeler crash test facility where we can simulate a real life crash scenario and analyze the accident. If anything can be done for the safety of the passenger and the two - wheeler, we need to know how a vehicle behaves during a crash. This is possible only through studying the vehicles met with an accident and conducting a crash test. Therefore, this project aims in studying the two-wheeler accident and collecting details about the parts that got damaged in the accident and develop a full-scale crash test facility where the real life crash test can be replicated with maximum degree of similarity. A two-wheeler towing mechanism was designed and developed which was mounted on a tricycle wagon. A rigid crash barricade was designed to with stand the impact energy during the crash when the vehicle is towed and made to hit the crash barricade. We found that the newly developed crash test facility, which can tow the vehicle without any support, was superior to the similar existing tow mechanism in balancing the two-wheeler, which required manual balancing of the vehicle in the beginning. This simple and highly cost effective crash test facility test setup was able to replicate a real life frontal collision in the tests. The preparation time and repeatability of the test was also very good. Now this is a proven and sturdy crash test facility at TVS Motor Company Ltd.

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Name : Shashank Yuvaraj Badgujar Company : The Automotive Research Association of India, Pune Designation : Trainee Engineer, NVH Lab Specialization : Engine & Powertrain NVH Responsibilities : Previous Experience : A rich experience of 1 year (14th July 2008 to 13th July 2009) in Godrej Aerospace Division as Graduate Engineer Trainee. Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG. (b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011 Projects : Noise Reduction on Agriculture Tractor FEA Analysis of Gas Circuit Breker Components Achievements : President Award” by Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam & “Rajya Puraskar” by Governor of Maharashtra for the contribution in social service, Awarded by “Employee of the Month” and “Innovation of the Month” Award for reducing Production cost and improving ProfitDate of Birth : 27-Apr-87 Date of Marriage : - Hobbies : Sketching & Painting, Social Networking, Aero modelling and cooking Contact Details Present Address : C/O Vishnu Shripad Badgujar, Plot No. 23, Datta Digambar Colony (B), Warje Jakat Naka NDA Road, Pune- 52 Permanent Address : C/O Y.R. Badgujar, Badgujar Colony, Shindkhed Dist: Dhule, Maharashtra- 425406Mobile : 7588001997 Home : 02566-222504E mail ID : [email protected] This is Me :

M.Tech Project Details Title : Noise Reduction on Agriculture Tractor Project Guide : Mr. Atul A. Gaikwad Key Words : SPL, SWL, IL, TL Abstract - Motor vehicle noise is becoming important now-a-days in comparison with other vehicular pollutions. High torque in engine is the factor that contributes substantially to the vibration and noise in tractors. The current and upcoming legislation norms to tractor impose strict regulations over noise and vibration limit. Therefore, it is important to understand various noise sources and its contributions to tractor noise, which are the basic requirement for finding possibilities for tractor noise reduction.This project work proposes the methodology for noise reduction of agriculture tractor keeping in mind the targets for fuel efficiency, torque, power output and cost. For the said improvements, significant changes are incorporated in the tractor engine structure and exhaust system. The baseline measurements as per IS 12180 (Part- 1& 2) standard are carried out on tractor. The SPL at OEL at full load observed is 96 dB (A). The noise reduction targets are set as 90 dB (A) at OEL in order to meet the upcoming legislation in 2015.The phase I consists of noise source identification on tractor as well as on engine level to find out major noise sources. Methodology used for noise source identifications deals with sound intensity mapping supported by noise and vibration measurement. The source contribution of airborne sources such as intake, exhaust and cooling system are assessed by measuring SPL at OEL with and without the respective source.The silencer is found out as highest source contributing to noise at OEL. Also, Oil pan and timing gear cover are the sources observed on engine level. The second phase consists of optimization of silencer for noise reduction with permissible increase in back pressure. The transmission loss, insertion loss and back pressure are the parameters used to assess the baseline (existing) and newly designed silencer. The optimization was obtained by varying various geometrical parameters e.g. no of chambers and chamber lengths, tube length, tube perforations and by the applications of acoustic material for meeting the required noise level target.

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Name : SREEJITH K

Company : AVL INDIA PVT.LTD

Designation : ENGINEER

Specialization : ADVANCED SIMULATION TECHNOLOGIES

Responsibilities : TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Previous Experience : LECTURER - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING, COCHIN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY


(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) Year of Passing

Projects : DEVELOPMENT OF ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION IN 2 STROKE ENGINES

Achievements :


Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : READING, TRAVELLING

Contact Details

Present Address :

Permanent Address : KUNNATH HOUSE, P. O. ALANKODE, DT. MALAPPURAM

Mobile : 9811901971

Home : 4942650076


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Title : REDUCTION OF ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION FOR EXISTING ENGINES

Project Guide : -

Key Words : -

Abstract : -

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Name : K. SUGANESWARAN Company : Sharda Motors Designation : Project Engineer Specialization : NVH Responsibilities : NVH TESTING Previous Experience : - Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHATRONICS ENGG (b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011 Projects : Design and optimization of muffler for manufacturing

Achievements : Date of Birth : 19.10.1986

Date of Marriage : Hobbies : PLAYING CRICKET Contact Details Present Address :Permanent Address : MACHAMPALAYAM, MOLLIPALLI (PO), TIRUCHENGODE (TK), NAMAKKAL - 637201

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M.Tech Project Details Title : DESIGN AND OPTIMIZATION OF MUFFLER FOR MANUFACTURING Project Guide : DR.S.RAJADURAI Key Words : Abstract - The Automotive Industry is undergoing an enormous change with technology development to reduce vehicle cost with no compromise on quality and performance. The CAD/CAE tools are used from conceptual stage to manufacturing in order to reduce vehicle development time. More attention is put on the emission control, fuel efficiency, NVH and durability. In that, the exhaust noise control plays a vital role, because it gives a major contribution in the overall noise of the vehicle. So the design of exhaust system to reduce the engine exhaust noise at maximum level is a challenge for every exhaust manufacturer. Along with noise target, cost and weight also play the major role in the design of the exhaust system and its components. The optimization procedure has been improved with the use of CAE tools and methodologies in order to reduce numerous prototypes. Apart from the design phase, it can be employed for dedicated prediction of design targets with the intention to fully exploit the capabilities of the exhaust system. Extensive research was made to reduce the exhaust noise level due to environmental considerations. The present work is aimed to demonstrate the capabilities of the engine exhaust system to meet stringent environmental regulations. While designing the exhaust system, backpressure and transmission loss (TL) are the main considerations. If the transmission loss increases, the backpressure also increases. These constraints are forcing the researchers for rapid changes in design practices and development strategies.

The target value was set at the time of conceptual stage and to obtain these targets, the muffler internal construction needs to be modified. The targeted value is a compromise between the transmission loss and the backpressure. CAE tools are used for simulating the model to achieve targeted TL and back pressure. Experimental test have been conducted to check and correlate with CAE results in order to evaluate the effect of muffler internal construction on both TL and backpressure. Increasing the density of the absorption material, increasing the number of perforations in baffle plate and tubes helps in optimizing the muffler to meet the target level.

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Name : T S VIPIN Company : TVS MOTOR COMPANY Designation : TEST ENGINEER Specialization : R&D (CRANKTRAIN DEPT.) Responsibilities : DESIGN AND TESTING Previous Experience : NIL Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : AUTOMOBILE ENGG. (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2009 Projects : FABRICATION OF ALL TERRAIN QUAD BIKE DEVELOPMENT OF CYLINDER BLOCK TEMPERATURE MAPPING METHODOLOGY FOR MEASURING THE MAXIMU LINER TEMPERATURE TO AVOID ENGINE OVERHEATING Achievements : Date of Birth : 28/11/1987Date of Marriage : NILHobbies : PLAYING BASKETBALL AND SWIMMING Contact Details Present Address : FLAT NO: 410, MIG-4, SURYA CITY, CHANDAPURA (NEAR ELECTRONIC CITY), BANGALORE.Permanent Address : SREYAS’, ST. BENEDICT 2ND CROSS ROAD, ERNAKULAM NORTH, KERALA. PIN:-6802018Mobile : 9995061729 Home : 0484-2396389 E mail ID : [email protected] This is Me :

M.Tech. Project Details Title : DEVELOPMENT OF CYLINDER BLOCK TEMPERATURE MAPPING METHODOLOGY FOR MAESURING THE MAXIMUM LINER TEMPERATURE TO AVOID ENGINE OVERHEATING Project Guides : MOHAN D UMATE, C SUBRAMONIAM Key Words : Cylinder block,liner temperature, thermocouple, CFD simulation, experimental prototype cowl Abstract - To improve the performance and durability of two stroke engines, temperature of the liner/block is an important parameter, which needs to be optimised. Therefore through this project done at TVS Motor Company, an attempt is made to measure and investigate the maximum liner temperature of a 200 c.c forced air cooled two stroke S.I engine used for three wheeler application, which had overheating related problems. A detailed review on the existing literatures was conducted to establish the different liner temperature measurement techniques, maximum allowable liner temperature and methods to improve cooling around the cylinder block. Thermocouple locations were selected at or near known hot spots (TDC & Exhaust port) in the cylinder block. The vehicle was tested on both chassis dynamometer (steady state condition) and test track (dynamic conditions) to identify the maximum liner temperature during operating conditions. The chassis dynamometer test and track test revealed that the maximum liner temperatures for the TVS test vehicle were near the exhaust port reference position CE1 (34mm from the top face of cylinder block) and TDC reference position T1 (8mm from the top face of cylinder block near the exhaust port). The CFD simulation were used to study the flow pattern around the block and the results highlighted that there were some drawbacks in the standard cooling cowl design such as short circuiting of cooling air due to offset opening near exhaust, cooling air flow restriction around the lower cowl involute exit and wake regions near the exhaust zones. Hence, the standard cowl was experimentally modified in four steps using prototype cowls and was tested on chassis dynamometer to verify the temperature reduction. The target of reducing the maximum liner temperature for the test engine below the critical value (240°C) was achieved using the finalised experimental prototype cowl. Confirmation trials on the test track for the finalised prototype cowl demonstrated that there was a temperature reduction of 9.16% at exhaust position CE1 and 4.95% at TDC position T1.

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VIT Sixth Batch 2009-2011 - ARAI India · 2017-06-07 · (a) B.E.\B.Tech : MECHANICAL ENGG. (b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2011 Projects : SUPRA SAE Race Car,Aerodynamic