Second Batch 2005-2007 · Designation : “Sr. Engineer - Acoustics and Additionally Project Manager” Specialization : NVH & Program Management Responsibilities : “Developing

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Name : Mr. V.T. Aby

Company : General Motors Technical Centre

Designation : Lead Engineer - CAE

Specialization : Powertrain analysis

Responsibilities : Powertrain matching for better fuel economy, performance, emission and durability

Previous Experience : Trainee Engineer, Engine Development Laboratory, ARAI

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

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007

Projects : COMPARISON OF EXPERIMENTAL AND SIMULATION TRENDS FOR CNG LCV ENGINE

Achievements :

Date of Birth : 16/02/1982

Date of Marriage : 22-08-2010

Hobbies : Driving

Contact Details :

Present Address : #342,Site No:141,4th Main, BEML layout, Thubarahalli, Bangalore-560066 Permanent Address : Vadakkan House, Chembukkavu, Thrissur, Kerala- 680020

Mobile : 9739011250

Home : 4872332055

Office : 40415600

E mail ID : [email protected]

This is Me :

M.Tech. Project Details

Title : COMPARISON OF EXPERIMENTAL AND SIMULATION TRENDS FOR CNG LCV ENGINE

Project Guides : “Dr. S. S. Thipse ARAI Guide“

Key Words :

Abstract - “Compressed natural gas (CNG) has been used as a fuel for internal combustion engines for decades. But only in the recent past it has found its way, into mobile applications. In today’s world, focus is not just to bum the fuel, but also to burn it more efficiently and environment friendly as possible. To achieve this goal, optimisation and testing are necessary as a part of engine development. Simulation is a useful tool, which can help to reduce development, time and cost, but on the other hand it suffers the disadvantage of delivering erroneous results unless validated. In this project CNG engine of a Light Commercial Vehicle is modelled and simulated in ‘AVL Boost’ (software used to predict the engine performance). Later experimental testing of engine is conducted to measure the performance and emission. Simulation results were then compared and validated with experimental test. The deviation in simulation was found to be less than 5% and the simulated data exhibited good correlation with experimental data“

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Name : Ameen Shaikh Company : Self Employed Designation : Independent Consultant Specialization : Data Acquisition, Spectral Analysis, Suspensions, Vehicle Dynamics, MBD, Test Rig Design Responsibilities : Instrumentation, Data Acquisition, Data Analysis, MBD, Design Team In-Charge Previous Experience : The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) [SDL]Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Automobile Engineering, Malnad College of Engineering, Hassan (2005) (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : Design and Study of Canopied Bikes (B.E. 6th Sem.) Remote Operated Hydraulic Jack (B.E. 8th Sem.) Ride Comfort Evaluation of Cabin of Multi-Axle HCV (M. Tech.) Achievements : 6th Rank B.E. in University (VTU) 2nd Rank M. Tech. Won various awards in literary and cultural events at school, college and university level Core team member of SDL R&D project titled “Measurement of Road Profile on Indian Roads and Study its Effect On Vehicle Durability and Ride”, which won the First Prize in Best Technical Paper Category during SIAT 2009 Date of Birth : 15/12/1981Date of Marriage : 18-11-2013Hobbies : Motorsports, Reading, Writing, Singing Contact Details : Present Address : Flat No. 304, Bhaskara “B”, DSK Vishwa, Dhayari, Pune - 411041Permanent Address : Flat No. 304, Bhaskara “B”, DSK Vishwa, Dhayari, Pune - 411041Mobile : 9881330555Home : 020-66407687Office : 020-30231524/1535 E mail ID : [email protected], [email protected] This is Me : I pay attention to detail and systematic approach in order to achieve perfection through continuous improvement. I believe in honest hardwork and dedication.

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Ride Comfort Evaluation of Cabin of Multi-Axle HCV Project Guides : Mr. Prashant R. Pawar (S.P.E.), SDL and Mr. M.R. Saraf (D.D. & H.O.D.), SDL & AML Key Words : Ride Comfort, Data Acquisition, Instrumenation, ISO 2631 - Part 1, Human Response, Vibration Abstract - Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCVs) have been the backbone of transportation logistics since the advent of automobiles. This segment has grown in tandem with the ever growing industrial infrastructure. Various design optimizations have been carried out on HCVs in order to improve their performance. However, the concentration during these R&D activities is on power and related performance of the engines, and on laod carrying capacity and associated design. Considering the long hours of continuous travel that the drivers and co-drivers have to endure while transporting cargo etc., a study of ride comfort of the cabin of an HCV is of utmost importance. This study determines the ride comfort of a Multi-Axle HCV as per ISO 2631 Part 1. Three combinations of vehicle design are evaluated: Normal Cabin with Stock Shock Absorbers, Suspended Cabin with Stock Absorbers, and, Suspended Cabin with Modified Shock Absorbers. The vehicle is instrumented with accelerometers at selected locations all over the vehicle. Data is acquired on various types of roads and the acquired time history data is analysed statistically as well as accoridng to ISO 2631 Part 1 guidelines. After analysis, it is observed that the ride comfort values for all three combinations of vehicle design fall in the “Fairly Uncomfortable” to “Very Uncomfortable” regions. Suggestions for improvement and optimization are complied.

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Name : A.ANANDAMURALI Company : Rane Engine Valve Ltd Designation : Asst. Manager Specialization : Engine Valves Responsibilities : Design Of Engine Valves Previous Experience : 2 And 1/2 Years Experience As Junior Management Staff At Same Tractors In Machine Shop/Vendor Quality Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : VIT (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : Developing Tets Rig And Test Procedures For Specific Valve Features Achievements : Date of Birth : 27/01/1978Date of Marriage : 18-01-2010Hobbies : Reading Books, Historical Novels, Playing Carom, Listening Old MelodiesContact Details : Present Address : No 1/484, Vinayagapuram Main Road, Behind Kedar Hospital, Mugalivakkam, Porur,

Chennai 600119Permanent Address : No 40, Arun Anandm Illam, Pari Street, Ezhil Nagar, Vellore 632002Mobile : 9842566339Home : Office : 044 22322301 E mail ID : [email protected]; [email protected] This is Me : What you feel about your self \ Something about you

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Developing Tets Rig And Test Procedures For Specific Valve Features Project Guides : Arai Guide - Prof.V.Kumar, Industry Guide - B.Sundararajan, Vit Guide- D.R.S.

Raghuraman Key Words : Abstract - “Engine valve is one of the most important parts of an engine and it must operate at very low failure rates. As the engine valves are subjected to high thermal stresses and cyclic loads, the life of the valve and performance of engine gets affected. Valve wear has been a serious problem to engine designers and manufacturers for many years. Wear mechanism rises when critical operating parameters such as valve closing velocity, combustion load and valve misalignment relative seat insert are increased. Valve and seat insert wear problem involves two distinct mechanisms 1. Impact as the valve strikes the seat on closure. 2. Micro-sliding at the valve/seat interface caused by elastic deformation of the valve head as it is pressed into the seat by the combustion pressure. Impact on valve closure leads to surface cracking and subsequent material loss from seat inserts at high closing velocities. Raising the valve closing velocity causes an increase in impact wear. Increasing the combustion loading causes a greater amount of sliding at the valve/seat interface, which causes the formation of radial scratches on the seat insert seating faces. Surfaces cracking and subsequent material loss are prevalent on seats, which are due to greater plastic deformation on the valve seating faces. Dynamometer engine testing often does not help in finding the actual root cause of the wear. Hence the evaluation of valves for the high thermal stresses and fatigue is a laborious process. Moreover the time required for the evaluation process is more, which makes the evaluation cost high. The objective of the project is to develop a test rig and test procedure so as to create the real engine test condition for evaluating the valve wear. The present work involves fabricating a test set up with mechanical actuation and heat simulation. The setup is to be designed in such a way to evaluate the valves for different speed of actuation and operating temperatures. This will help to evaluate the valve wear, in a shorter time and less expense even without engine. “

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Name : Mr. H. Anandaraj

Company : General Motors, Bangalore

Designation : Senior Engineer

Specialization : Durability and Safety

Responsibilities : Field Failure, Product Launch, Virtual Validation

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicle Pvt. Ltd.

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

(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007

Projects : Design and Analysis of Piston

Achievements : 1st prize for the project on Fatigue Analysis of LCV


Date of Marriage : N.A.

Hobbies : Songs, Reading.

Contact Details

Present Address : S/O H. Hariraman Madapam, Village Pniyapuram, Tamilnadu

Permanent Address : S/O H. Hariraman Madapam, Village Pniyapuram, Tamilnadu

Mobile : 9881471525, 9731012730

Home :

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

This is Me :


Title : FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS OF HI-BODY AND WHEEL RIM OF A THREE WHEELER

Project Guides : Mr. Kumar

Key Words :

Abstract - “In this study the first work is to model the existing high body structure using FEA software in order to find out critical and non-critical stress locations for benefiting towards value engineering. Linear static FE Analysis WqS carried out on Hi-Body. The value engineering techniques are applied on ten components and in twenty-two places on Hi-Body. Hi-body with design modifications is modeled and is analyzed using FEA software. For analysis purpose a total of four iterations were carried out to estimate feasibilities of modifications. As a result of this study overall weight and cost of Hi-Body structure is reduced. The second work is to estimate fatigue life for both existing and wheel rim modified for weight and cost reduction. The main aim is to ensure that modified wheel rim maintains the fatigue life when compared to existing one in order to benefit towards value engineering: The effects of dynamic loads on wheel rim have been estimated based on AIS-073 (part 2) and are included in to FE analysis of both wheel rim models. In modified wheel rim disc geometry has been changed in order to accommodate conical wheel nut instead of existing saddle type. The thickness of rim also reduced and analysis is done to ensure that modified wheel rim still gives required fatigue life. Final results, after two iterations shows that fatigue life of modified wheel rim is matching with that of the existing wheel rim and this complimented by weight and cost reduction.“

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Name : Arivazhagan Moorthy Company : Ford India Pvt. Ltd.

Designation : “Sr. Engineer - Acoustics and Additionally Project Manager”

Specialization : NVH & Program Management Responsibilities : “Developing Exhaust system for low noise and High Sound Quality and leading the effort required for R&D Center setup Delivering the quality project to Customer and as well as to company by efficiently managing cost, time and resources.”

Previous Experience : Associated with B.H.E.L – BAP, Ranipet as Technician Apprentice Trainee from January 2001 to June 2001

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Pallavan College of Engineering, Kanachipuram, TN

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) Year of Pass out: 2007

Projects : R&D Center setup to Develop Exhaust System for Automobiles

Development of Exhaust System for Passeger Car and Commercial Vehicles

Achievements : Excellent Track record on Academics I have been given additional responsibilty Project Manager before completion of one year

at Tenneco


Date of Marriage : N.A.

Hobbies : Listening Music and Watching TV

Contact Details : Present Address : H606, Daffodils, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar, Pune Maharashtra - 411 028

Permanent Address : “3/156, Salai Vinayagar Temple Street, Dusi Village & Post, Cheyyar Taluka, Tamil Nadu - 31 702”

Mobile : +91 - 98506 60480 +91 - 44 27292462

Office : +91 - 2137 308800; Ext - 877 +91 - 2137 308877 (Direct)


This is Me : Dynamic Engineer with strong understanding and fundmendal knowledge on Mechanical Engineering and NVH

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Effect of Damping on Structure-borne Noise Control

Project Guides : Mr. Prashant S Mahale and Mr. S. Raju, ARAI, Pune Key Words : Damping, Noise, Vibration, I.C. Engine, NSI, Intensity Mapping, Modal Testing, FEA, CAE

Abstract - “Generally, noise can be classified as structure borne noise and airborne noise. The structure borne noise can be defined as the sound that travels over at least part of its path by means of the vibration of a solid structure. So, the vibration is the major cause for structure borne noise, the reduction of unwanted vibration is important. The unwanted vibrations can be reduced by various methods. Damping is the one of the method. The damping is the energy dissipation properties of a material or system under cyclic stress. It reduces both steady state and impulse generated noise and vibrations at source. So, if there is some increase in damping in structure or system, there must be reduction in noise of structure borne type. The aim of this project is to identify this effect.The main objective of this project is top identify the amount of damping percentage required to reduce 1 dB of structure borne noise. To achieve this objective, the case studies were conducted. The modal testing and noise radiation test were conducted on the components, which were chosen for case studies before and after damping treatment to measure damping percentage and noise radiation in dB respectively. From the results of these case studies, the amount of damping percentage required to reduced the 1 dB of noise will be arrived.“

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Name : Mr. Balla SVVSSN Chaitanya Krishna Company : Tata Motors

Designation : Manager

Specialization : Noise Vibration and Harshness (NVH)

Responsibilities : Vehicle NVH Refinement

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicles Pvt.Ltd [ 1.5 year] NVH and Durability CAE

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech : Mechanical Engineering, Andhra University,Vishakapatnam


Projects : Pass by noise source identification in a cargo vehicle FE analysis of Engine support and engine cross member

Achievements : Stood class 3rd in M.tech and B.E Innovator trophy in Tata Innovision2009 competition



Hobbies : 1. Playing cricket and Chess 2. Watching TV

Contact Details :

Present Address : Flat No:4, Plot No:114, GMC Nirmiti, Sahunagar, Near RTO office, Chinchwad-Pune-19

Permanent Address : “C/O.Vamsi Krishna B, D-9,II phase, TVS Nagar, Hosur-635109“

Mobile : 9552003719

Home : 043 44223201

Office : 020-66135356

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

This is Me : Cool guy and takes the life as it comes.

M.Tech. Project Details Title : PASS BY NOISE SOURCE IDENTIFICADION IN A CARGO VEHICLE

Project Guides : Mr.S.Raju & Mr.P.S.Mahale, ARAI Guides

Key Words : Abstract - “Pass-by noise requirements are of growing significance in light of increasingly restrictive government regulations. Pass-by noise is the exterior-Mise radiated by-the moving vehicle as perceived by the pedestrian normally walking aside road. In general, sources for the pass-by noise are the structure-borne noise radiated by the powertrain, body panels, tires (above 60 kmph speed) and the air-borne noise radiated by the intake and exhaust systems. Any noise reduction process involves source identification, source quantification and then attacking that major sources. Scope of this project is limited to identify the major sources and their contributions in the overall pass-by noise level. The present work involves a methodology to determine the contributions of structure and air borne noise sources towards pass by noise of the vehicle. Structure borne noise radiated by the powertrain components was quantified by structure borne source quantification method i.e. by measuring the vibro-acoustic transfer functions for various zones of the powertrain components in the hemi anechoic chamber and the operational vibration velocities for source correlation for the same zones. The effect of the exhaust in the overall pass by noise was determined by the process of elimination. Pass by partial pressures were calculated from vibro¬acoustic transfer functions and operation vibration velocities and then ranked. The microphone measured pass by partial pressures and the calculated partial pressures were compared.”

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Name : Bharani Dharan RCompany : Escorts Groups ( Agri Machinery Group)Designation : Manager (G3) Specialization : Engine Design, Development and TestingResponsibilities : Crdi Engine Design Development Projects, Cylinder Head Design and Development, Port Design, Development, Testing & OptimizationPrevious Experience : Qualifications : (A) B.E.\B.Tech. : Arunai Engineering College, Tiruvannamalai, Tamilnadu (2005) (B) M.Tech. : Vit-Arai (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : Modification Of Single Cylinder Four Stroke C.I Engine To Be Operated Using Gobar Gas Design And Development Of Cooling System For High Bmep Diesel Engine Achievements : Author Of Sae Paper No: 2010-01-1975 On The Topic “Design/Analysis And Development

Of Cgi Cylinder Head For High Performance 3 Cylinder Crdi Euro-V Diesel Engine For A High Combustion Pressure Of 200 Bar” Co-Author Of Sae Paper No: 2010-01-1973 On The Topic “Design And Development Of High Performance Diesel Engine Block For High Power Density Engines With An Integrated Approach” Co-Author Of Sae Paper No: 2008-01-2676 On The Topic “ Design And Development Of High Performance Diesel Engines For Off-Highway And Genset Applications With Emerging Technologies” Recipient Of “Arai Academy Alumni Excellence Award” – An Award Given To An Individual Who Has Excelled In His Professional Carrier After Passing Out From Arai Academy. Presented A Paper On “Global Design Collaboration – “A Global Approach In The Field Of Engine Design” At Ptc Users World Conference, 2009 Held At Mumbai On 9Th February, 2009 And Obtained Best Presentation Award For The Respective Session. Presented A Paper On “Mastering Pro-Engineer – Large Assembly Management” At Ptc Users World Conference, 2008 Held At Pune.

Date Of Birth : 4/4/1984Date Of Marriage : N.A.Hobbies : Travelling & Photography Contact Details : Present Address : Home No:1988, Sector 28, Faridabad, Hr, 121 003Permanent Address : #03, Samandhi Street, Block 17, Neyveli Township, Cuddalore District, Tamilnadu 607 801Mobile : 098600 26723 Home : 04142-254230Office : 095602 67878 E Mail Id : [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] Is Me : Have a Passion on what I do …

M.Tech. Project Details Title : “Design And Development Of Cooling System For High Bmep Diesel Engine” Project Guides : Mr.S.S.Ramdasi And Mr.N.V.Marathe Key Words : Intercooling,Lmtd,Pressure Drop,Pressure Head, Impeller,Lpm Abstract - Heat Is The Real Culprit, In A Diesel Engine Since Burning Fuel Produces Up To A Staggering 2500° C Of Heat. Approximately 1/3 Of The Heat In Combustion Is Converted Into Power To Drive The Vehicle And Its Accessories. Another 1/3 Of The Heat Is Carried Off Into The Atmosphere Through The Exhaust System. The Remaining 1/3 Must Be Removed From The Engine By The Cooling System. Thus It Becomes Necessary To Go For Designing A Better Cooling System. In My Project Intercooling System Was Focused And The Main Objective Of The Work Was To Develop A Design Methodology For Design Of Intercooler. The Design Was Made Keeping Pressure Drop As The Deciding Factor And Various Design Factors Were Determined Which Leads To A Better Design Of The Intercooler To Meet Our Requirement.

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Name : N Chandra Mohan Company : Ashok Leyland Ltd Designation : Dy. Manager Specialization : Working in CAE Department as CFD Analyst. Responsibilities : To perform flow and thermal analysis, Previous Experience : Worked as Trainee at GE HEALTHCARE, Bangalore Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Visveswariah Technologica University, (Mechanical Engg) (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007Projects : ‘Vehicle Underhood Flow and Thermal Analysis” “Fuel Tank Sloshing Analysis”, “Vehicle Aerodynamics:” Achievements : Date of Birth : 20/08/1981Date of Marriage : N.A.Hobbies : Playing foot ball, swimming, traveling and listening to music Contact Details : Present Address : “No.10, 2nd street, vanandurai Thiruvanmiyur Chennai”Permanent Address : “11/92, Vth cross, I Main, K.R.Layout, J.P.Nagar VI th Phase, Bangalore-560078”Mobile : 9952968849Home : 080-26645683Office: : 044-25398743 E mail ID : [email protected]; [email protected] is Me : Automobile Enthusiast M.Tech. Project Details Title : “Comparative Study Of Drag Coefficient For 2-Dimensional Bluff Bodies” Project Guides : V Tandon (ARAI), Dr.A Senthil Kumar (VIT), Ayyappan T(Ashok Leyland) Key Words : Bluff Body, Aerodynamics Abstract - “In this thesis, aerodynamic coefficients and flow characteristics of different two-dimensional bluff bodies are investigated numerically. The bluff bodies considered in this study are conceptual designs for commercial buses. Rising fuel prices, higher operating speed and the need for profitable operation encourage commercial vehicle manufacturer to exploit all possible opportunities for minimizing fuel consumption. For motor vehicles ranging from small passenger car to commercial buses and trucks, reducing air drag is one of the most efficient ways of reducing fuel consumption. It is well known that the drag coefficient depends on the external shape and most of it based on the profile at front and rear end. Taking this into consideration, in this study a geometrical optimization method is used to seek low-drag external body shapes. The thesis is divided into three parts. First, validation of the turbulence models is carried by comparing the current results with reference values used. Then, optimization of top view shape (vehicle) with symmetrical boundary conditions is carried out. Finally, optimization of side view shape (vehicle) simulation with ground proximity is carried out. The transient two-dimensional flow simulations are carried out using commercial computational fluid dynamics software Fluent. The Shear Stress Transport turbulence model is used for closing the Reynolds stress equation. The variation of mean drag coefficient (Cd mean), rms lift coefficient (Clrms), reattachment length (Lr) and minimum velocity in the wake (Umin) are analyzed. From comparison of drag coefficient an optimum design is arrived for two-dimensional bluff bodies. The reduction in intensity of pressure on the upstream side of bluff body and the delayed flow separation from the body is the main cause for lower drag. The results like velocity vector, pressure contours, and stream line and velocity recovery in the wake for different bluff bodies give insight to the fluid flow phenomena and vortex shedding. The shapes tested in this paper give a valuable input for future commercial vehicle body design with minimum drag coefficient.“

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Name : Darsan R. U.

Company : Renault Nissan

Designation : Sr. Engineer

Specialization : Suspension

Responsibilities : Design of Advanced Chassis System such as EV

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd

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

(B) M.Tech. : Vit-Arai (Vellore – Pune) 2007

Projects : Vehicle Dynamics Study Of Three Wheeler

Achievements : Awarded Second Best Project By Arai-Pga For The Year 2005

Date Of Birth : 2/7/1981

Date Of Marriage : 16/09/08

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Contact Details :

Present Address : Plot No. 621, Door No. 6, LIG, MH1, MMnagar, Kanchipuram

Permanent Address : Ushus’, Kp X/419, Ncc Road,Peroorkada, Trivandrum-5

Mobile : 9922439815

Home :

Office : 02112-301350

E Mail Id : [email protected]; [email protected]

This Is Me :


Title : Vehicle Dynamic Study Of Three Wheeler

Project Guides : Ghanashyam Jadhav- Manager, Design- Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd

Key Words : Stability, Tail Spin, Lateral Transient Response

Abstract - This Project Investigates The Causes Of Instability Of The Experimental Three-Wheeled Vehicle. Through The Process Of Solving This Stability Problem That Even Results In A Complete Spin Out As The Vehicle Approaches Top Speed To A Steering Input Given, Various Vehicle Dynamic Properties Are Quantified. A Measure Of Handling And Stability In Comparison With The Reference Vehicles Are Arrived At. The Entire Project Proceeds Through An Experimental Method Of Finding The Compliances Of The Suspension Components And The Chassis That Are Contributing Towards The Tailspin Of The Vehicle. Tyre Parameters Are Also Altered In An Attempt To Make The Vehicle More Stable. A Global Positioning System (Gps) Based Data Acquisition Is Being Utilized To Study The Responses Of The Vehicle To Various Inputs Given Through Steering, Braking And Acceleration. These Responses Are Then Being Used As A Measure Of Handling And Stability Of The Vehicle In Comparison With The Reference Vehicle. Suspension Components, Chassis, Cg Location And Tyre Parameters Are Modified And The Vehicle Behaviour After The Modifications Is Analyzed To Show The Improvements In Vehicle Dynamic Behaviour.

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Name : Mr. Debabrat Purnachandra Sahoo Company : CADES Digitech Pvt Ltd.Designation : Senior CFD Analysis. Specialization : Automotive Engg. (Engines and alternate fuel) Responsibilities : Thermofluid analysis for automotive components. Previous Experience : Assistant Manager TVS MOTOR CO. LTD. - Engine performance and CFD analysisQualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical Engg. (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : 1. Engine performance & combustion system development 2. CFD analysis of induction & exhaust system , cooling system 3. Engine performance simulation for alcohol blended fuels Achievements : 1. LED tail lamp design (M.tech Project) successfuly implemented on TVS scooty streak

model 2. Engine performance tunning and development of calibration map to meet Euto III

emission norms with Ethanol blended fuel for Brazil.

Date of Birth : 27/04/1981Date of Marriage : 11/02/2010Hobbies : Cooking Contact Details : Present Address : Door No 405, Manjunath Arcade, Chansandra, Bangalore 560067. Karnataka.Permanent Address : Type C6, ISP StaffQtrs, ISP Estate Nasik Road. Nasik - 422101, Maharstra - 422101.Mobile : 8880710351Home : 2532466579Office : 9500445730 E mail ID : [email protected], [email protected] is Me : Simple and Dedicated M.Tech. Project Details Title : Illumination Optic Design for a two wheeler headlamp with H4 Bulb and Indicator Lamp

with LED Bulb Project Guide : Mr. B.V. Samsundara (ARAI Pune) Sr Project Engineer, Photometry Lab. Key Words : Illumination Optics, Reflector, SMT LED, HS1/HS4 bulb and raytracing. Abstract - Illumination optic design of Automotive headlamp and LED signal lamp was done with the principle of Monte-Carlo Ray tracing method using a lighting optic design tool RAYMASTER. Headlamp lens optics, light source location and reflector facets were designed to achieve desired light emission from the headlamp. A comparison between Bullet LED’s and Surface Mount (SMT) LED’s was done. Thermal analysis for heat accumulation inside the headlamp compartment was done and verified with test results done at ARAI Pune.It was found that Headlamp which was designed for HS1 Bulb fails at 4 points on upper segment with H4 bulb due to heat accumulation. Hence geometry of parabola that is distance from bulb center to top bezzel of reflector was increased to acheive reduced the heat accumulation with compliance to light emission norms as per AIS 010.

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


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Name : Kandavel Gowri Shankar Company : Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. ChennaiDesignation : Manager Specialization : “Chassis, Os - New Product Development Nvh“ Responsibilities : Product Life Cycle Ownership For Utility Tractors Previous Experience :Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : MECHANICAL ENGG. (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007Projects : Design of 2 Speed PTO (540/540E) For Tractor TransmissionAchievements : 1) Commendation Prize In Lean & Six Sigma Excellence Awards 2008, Dfss Project Lane 2) 1St Author - Sae Paper No. 2009-26-046, Siat 2009 3) 1St Author & 1St Prize In Invest 2010, Best Ve/Vi Paper 4) Save 2010, L.A - Usa, Ve/ Vi Paper Presentation, Recognised Paper On Invest 2010. 5) Got A Design Patent For Rops “Mushroom Shaped” - Design Patent Number

“231877” 6) Filed A Patent For “ New Clutch Housing In Utility Tractors “ - Project On “Reducing

Chassis Bending Vibration Levels” 7) Filed A Patent For “ Turbulent Flow Precipitation Filter” For John Deere Water

Technologies. 8) Team Leader For “ Techno Forum” At John Deere India - Domain Knowledge

Improvement Team” 9) Got Appreciations,Pob`S And Star Of Month Awards From John Deere India Factory

And Technology Centre At Various Occations. 10) Disclosed Innovation Proposal For “ Hcci - Multi Fuel Engine “ For Engine

Engineering. Date of Birth : 31/07/1984Date of Marriage : 20/08/2010Hobbies : Playing cricket, Swimming, listening music Contact Details : Present Address : PunePermanent Address : 1/19, welcome colony, Annanagar West extn, Thirumangalam, Chennai -101.Mobile : 98 5089 4997Home : (994) 449-3494Office : 020 6642 6128 E mail ID : [email protected] This is Me : “Outspoken and Optimistic guy and always living my life to the fullest. Passionate about

diesel engines & innovations.”

M.Tech. Project Details Title : DESIGN OF 2 SPEED PTO (540/540E) FOR TRACTOR TRANSMISSION Project Guides : Prof. V.Kumar ,Mr. Samant shrikant, Mr. Baskar Key Words : Abstract - This project “Design of 2 speed Power Take Off (540/540E) for Tractor Transmission” aims to design and develop dual speed system for PTO in tractors. 540 RPM at economy speed of engine have to be achieved for which the requisite gear ratio is chosen. Market survey showed 2-3% increase in market share by implementing 20-30% dual speed PTO in the present transmission. Concept developed based on constant mesh system and constraints like shaft’s centre to centre distance, space, cost, shift linkage system, market need etc. The modeling done in Pro-E wildfire2, detailed design and then release of drawings. Finite Element Analysis is done in ANSYS to validate the design. Finally review with suppliers for proto build.

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Name : Mr. Inavolu Naga Suresh

Company : Ashok Leyland


Specialization : NVH

Responsibilities : NVH Testing

Previous Experience : Tata Motors Ltd. for 3 Years

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


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Achievements : 1st in M. Tech


Date of Marriage : 05/03/2009

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Mobile : 9440557420

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Title : IN-CAB NOISE REDUCTION IN A, PASSENGER VEHICLE

Project Guides : Mr.S.Raju, ARAI Guide

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Abstract - “Lower in-cab noise levels have always been prime target in passenger vehicle refinement. Many sources contribute to in-cab noise levels. Identifying these sources and quantifying their individual contribution is a major task. In the present project, refinement was performed on three major areas which were contributing to higher in-cab noise levels. First, the Body sealings were improved, there by restricting the noise from outside to enter passenger compartment. Secondly, a low intensity boom was eliminated by two ways (a) Intake snorkel modification and (b) Softening front engine mounts. Third problem was related to AC blower noise contributi~n to in-cab noise. Both structural and flow noise of AC blower were reduced by using isolators at the mounting brackets, acoustic treatments over the blower, motor enclosures, guiding hose at impeller inlet and eliminating whirling of the blower motor shaft. This all resulted in both objective & subjective improvement in vehicle in-cab NVH significantly.”

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Name : Jawahar Naidu H R

Company : John Deere India

Designation : Section Manager

Specialization : Engine Auxiallaries of Tractors

Responsibilities : Design Engineer


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


Projects : 1. LPG run 2 wheeler

2. STUDY AND IMPROVEMENTS FOR TIPPER BODY

Achievements : Received Innovation and collaboration award for ttractor designed for European market. Date of Birth : 01/04/1984

Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : Music and reading books

Contact Details :

Present Address : B-204, Samrat Sovereign, Opp Magar stadium, Sade satra nalli, Malwadi road, Hadapasar, Pune -411028

Permanent Address : No - 771, Sampige road, K R puram, Hassan - 573201, Karnataka.

Mobile : 9881479909

Home :

Office : 020-66426046


This is Me : Calm, always open to understand others.


Title : FATIGUE TESTING OF AXLE SHAFT

Project Guides : Dhar Rangan (JD)

Key Words :

Abstract - “The Axle shafts of John Deere Tractor of various models were picked for the testing based on the various types of Heat reatment and carburizing techniques.o The facility at the SDL of ARAI for rotary actuator was used for Fatigue testing. The intended purpose of the Fatigue testing was to estimate and detect the various failure modes. These failures were measured with respect to number of cycles before failure. The various fixtures required for testing was designed and manufactured based of the strength, since these fixtures were supposed to be subjected to cyclic loading under testing. The test was conducted and the result indicated the life of Axle shafts varies by number of cycles to failure due to change in the heat treatment and carburizing techniques. Future plan of increasing the life of Axle shaft are taken up by changing the number of Teeth and increasing the minor diameter of Shaft.”

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Name : Mr. R. Jayaprakash

Company : IFB Automotive

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Title : TESTING AND VALIDATION OF AUTOMOTIVE SEj\T SLIDER AND RECLINER

Project Guides : Mr. B.Kumar Industry Guide

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Abstract - “Safety is becoming more important due to the increased fatality rate in road accidents across countries. Safety of occupant is ultimately the.resllitef.rombined“”,,’ ;c; . if””’? “”””;~,,,,,c’C,,,,,,, erfo~~:’br all sub-systems of vehicle, of which one critical component is seating ffective functioning of seat components is of primary importance in reducing severe injury to occupant in a crash.. To evaluate the performance of these iri 155tlrstatic and dynamic conditions tests are to be conducted as per ed. standards. The current work is in accordance to seat; in a motor vehicle ~~different safety critical component, of which much importance is given to,s!idersand anchorages. As they are prime consideration in a primary restrains, xperiments are conducted for recliner mechanisms, which includes durability, “”l~~!~;§ilength, endurance, reclining range and torque. For slider mechanism experiments ~’~’’’’’ “”””’-#-’‘””durability for stopper, slider device (locking & stopping), looseness (vertical & _~pntal) °an’a . in addition different strength considerations are evaluated. These ental results can be further used for determining overall performance of seating”

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Name : Joseph Philip

Company : Ashok Leyland Ltd.

Designation : Project Engineer

Specialization : Cae -Crash (Ls-Dyna, Madymo)

Responsibilities : Key Member In Carrying Out Simulation Activites In The Areas Of Crashworthiness And Occupant Safety


Qualifications : (A) B.E.\B.Tech. : Kerala University


Projects : Numerical Simulation Of Ecer-12 Using Madmymo And Experimental Validation

Achievements : Presented SAE Paper No: 2009-26-001, “Certification of Buses as perAIS -031/ECE r66 using CAE method


Date of Marriage :

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Present Address : Flat No: 702, Phase A-1, Shiva Sagar Society, Singhad Road, Pune.

Permanent Address : “Koipurath,Palace Ward ,Thevally ,Kollam,Kerala“

Mobile : 8056193138

Home : 0474-2793430

Office :

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

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Title : Numerical Simulation Of Ecer-12 Using Madymo And Experimental Validation

Project Guides : S. RAJU ,Rahul S Mahajan ,Dr Vivekanantha Shanmuganathan

Key Words : Ecer 12 , Madmyo ,High Speed Photograhy

Abstract - This paper discussed the structural assessment of the steering wheel during the frontal collision. ECE R 12 describes a series of test that will help in reducing steering column impact to the driver. These tests will only help in finding out injury criteria for chest and head. A structural model of steering in MADYMO will help easier design changes and in defining the injury for the occupant. Body block test and head from test Prescribed by ECER 12 is used as a base fro defining properties for joint for the steering model. The structural deflection and behaviour properties are analysed from the high-speed photography of the experiments. From the test results; mathematical model of the steering column is modelled. A computer analysis was performed and the occupant injury due steering column impact is likely to be survivable.

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Name : Karthikeyan.KCompany : Mahindra and Mahindra

Designation : Dy. Manager

Specialization : Engine testing and development in Alternate fuels.

Responsibilities : Performance and emission development

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd.

Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Chennai

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) May 2007

Projects : Optimization of CNG and Gasoline engine for BS II & BS III

Development of brake test standard to qualify the brakes.

Achievements : Optimization of CNG and Gasoline engine for BS II & BS III


Date of Marriage :Hobbies : Playing Cricket, Watching TV, Listening Music

Contact DetailsPresent Address : Mahindra House, Ashwin Nagar, CIDCO, Nasik

Permanent Address : 53/35 East street, Sendamangalam, Namakkal, Tamilnadu - 637 409

Mobile : 9881071525

Home : 04286 - 271149

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

This is Me :

M.Tech. Project DetailsTitle : Adaptation of CNG on 3- wheeler

Project Guides : Dr. S. S. Thipse, Assistant Director, EDL, ARAI.

Key Words : CNG, Ignition Timing, Gas Mixture, Fuel efficiency

Abstract - Compressed Natural Gas appears to be capable of performing role among alternative fuels. In fact, it is very accessible in countries where there are existing distribution infrastructures. Using CNG as a fuel for an internal combustion engines results in a reduction of pollutant emissions. It’s high octane number allows an increase of compression ratio in spark ignition engines, which consequently improves their efficiency. This literature survey investigates the technical aspects of the CNG properties, storage, safety problems and its effect on engine performance, fuel consumption and emissions with the effect of ignition timing and number of venture holes in the CNG gas mixture.

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Name : S. Karthikeyan Company : Ford India Designation : Senior Engineer Specialization : Powertrain, Insulation Responsibilities : Design, Analysis & Development Previous Experience : 6-Months Lecturer, 1 Year, trainee engineer at ARAI, Ashokleyland Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Mechanical (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : DNOx Achievements : Date of Birth : 25/08/82Date of Marriage : 15/02/09Hobbies : Teaching Contact Details : Present Address : Door No-3, Abirami Flats, 12/18,Ramakrishna Street, Chennai-600017, TamilnaduPermanent Address : Door No-3, Abirami Flats, 12/18,Ramakrishna Street, Chennai-600017, TamilnaduMobile : 9710447235Home : Office : 044 24304600 E mail ID : [email protected]; Official:[email protected] This is Me : Harding Working, Self Respectable Person

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Design And Development Of After-Treatment Devices To Meet Euro-Iv Emission Project Guides : Dr. K. C. VoraKey Words : DOC, DPF Abstract - The main goal of this project is to develop efficient after-treatment devices for a 3.0 liter CRDi engine to meet EURO-IV norms.For this project, detailed literature survey was conducted.114 papers were refered and a literature survey report was prepared. An after -treatment device was developed for the subject engine and it consists of two Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) and one Catalyzed Diesel Particulate filter (CDPF) of outer diameter of 155.6mm and total length of 660 mm. If the flow resistance is high then the converter system will limit the peak power of the engine and penalize the vehicle fuel economy.Therefore, it is necessary to investigate the flow characteristics of the after-treatment device. Initially, the pressure drop across cordierite DOC was predicted using CORNING software and the inertial & viscous co-efficients derived using CORNING were specified as boundary conditions for DOC in CFD package Fluent 6.2. The difference between the two predictions was found to be 8.6% on an average.The difference is almost constant through out the range.Hence, it was decided to use the inertial & viscous resistance values from Corning’s CFD calculator,only for DPF application.Since CORNING software is applicable to Cordierite and our application for DPF is of SiC, it was decided not to use CORNING software for validation of CDPF. therefore the pressure drop across the system was predicted using CFD and the results were validated by experimentation on the rig.The difference between total pressure drop using CFD and experimentation is 23% on an average. Common-Rail direct injection turbo-charged diesel engine fitted with Diesel Oxidation (DOC) has low emission, but still needs trade-off between Particulate Matter (PM) and Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx).With devices like exhaust Gas Reciculation,high percentage of EGR upto 30 % can be used to reduce NOx considerable, but this leads to increase in PM.thus, we need technologies where NOx & PM can be reduced independently. For PM control, we require the activation energy for soot oxidation. Experimental invetigations of emission reduction characterristics for various combinations of devices were investigated on a chassis dynamometer to understand the following: (1) Effect of EGR ,(2) Effect of CDPF. A 2.6- liter CRDi EURO-III engine was employed, since the subject engine was not yet ready.With the help of optimized EGR alone,CO,HC & NOx reduced by 35%,52% and 63% respectively with no appreciable change in PM.Additionally with the help of DOC and CDPF assembly the CO, HC and PM by 79%,88% and 70% respectively with no aprreciable change in NOx. With the EGR and DOC + CDPF, the vehicle is meeting BS-IV norms in CO, HC and PM. However it is not meeting NOx, for which the De-NOx catalyst are being developed.And their morphological charactertics are studied as follows: (1).Thermo Gravity Analysis, (2).EDXRF Analysis,(3).SEM. The development of De-NOx Catalyst will be the future scope of this project.

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Name : Mr. R. Praveen Kumar

Company : Mahindra and Mahindra, Mumbai

Designation : Dy. Manager

Specialization : Design

Responsibilities : Design, Project Management

Previous Experience : John Deere Technology Centre

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

(b) M.Tech : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007

Projects :

Achievements : Published Three SAE Papers



Hobbies : Cricket, Movies.

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Mobile : 9850895565

Home : 8870590987

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Title : Design Of Platform Mounting Brackets And Isolator In Tractors

Project Guides : “Mr. Prabal Saxena Industry Guide“

Key Words :

Abstract - Tractors are designed primarily to fulfill operational requirements, although operator comfort and noise concerns are important design considerations. Comfort is becoming a critical product attribute in Tractors, and manufacturers that cannot measure up will have a tough time competing in the international market. Traditionally, vibration isolators are used to reduce vibrations from the source. To counter one such problem, two different mounts were evaluated for their effectiveness in reducing the vibrations. The vibration measurements on the platform and on the mounting bracket were taken to compare the levels before and after the mount. The vibration levels using both the mounts were compared the effective mount was arrived at. Further to know the stresses induced in the brackets, finite element analysis was carried out using ANSYS.

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Name : Rajesh Kumar JCompany : GE India Technology Centre

Designation : Lead Technologist

Specialization : Component Engg Design, Engine Performance Optimization

Responsibilities : Design optimisation of Diesel engine parts


Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : Malnad college of Engg (Hassan) VTU


Projects : “Thermodynamic simulation of Diesel engine using Palm oil”

Achievements : “-Received 2 awards for Power haul 616 diesel engine Project as part of NPI team during 2007 - 2008. ‘- Had been onsite (Austria) for Power haul proto engine development.”

“-Completed a Training on GEVO Engine Familarisation. ‘- Recevied 5 Spot awards during the course of Power haul 616 diesel engine development”



Hobbies : Playing Snooker, Cricket, and Table Tennis

Contact Details :

Present Address : “#35, Ist main, Ist Cross, Chikkanna layout, Maheshwarinagar, Mahadevapura post, Bangalore 560048”

Permanent Address : “#35, Ist main, Ist Cross, Chikkanna layout, Maheshwarinagar, Mahadevapura post, Bangalore 560048”

Mobile : +919945845043

Home : 08028511108

Office :


This is Me : What you feel about your self \ Something about you


Title : “Thermodynamic simulation of Diesel engine using Palm oil”

Project Guides : Dr S. S Thipse (ARAI), Yagnavalka Mukkamula (VIT), Kayal Partho (Senior Engineer, GETS)

Key Words : Alternate fuels, Thermodynamic simulation, Energy and Mass conservation

Abstract - “During the past few years the growing concern over fuel conservation has prompted engine manufacturers to design towards more fuel-efficient and environment friendly engines. Few areas of interest that have shown promise in improving engine efficiency and emission characteristics are Lean operation, turbocharging, reduction of heat transfer and Alternate fuels. However, to study the effect of the above parameter experimentally can be a difficult task since engine operating conditions and the combustion parameters are interrelated in a very complicated way and prove to be costly. Therefore, the use of engine simulation has proven to be successful as a tool to help quantity some of the trade offs inherent in optimizing engine efficiency. This study presents the use of theoretical cycle simulation and computer simulated results to predict the engine performance characteristics, turbocharger effect and heat transfer in an diesel engine. The cycle simulation presented is a thermodynamic, zero dimensional model of conventional diesel engine. The principles of thermodynamic in conjunction with energy and mass conservation are used to determine the conditions in the engine cylinder during Suction, Compression, Combustion and expansion.”

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Name : Ramkumar.R

Company : ARAI


Specialization : Noise, Vibration and Harshness

Responsibilities : Handling projects in the field of Modal Analysis, Vehicle Level Noise reduction and typical noise & vibration measurements from components to full vehicle (System Level)

Previous Experience : 2.5 yrs of experience @ Brakes India Ltd, Sholinghur, Tamilnadu.

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

(b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) Year of Pass out: 2007

Projects : Simulation of Brake Squeal

Achievements : Published three international papers on Modal Testing, Tyre and Engine



Hobbies : Writing poems(English & Tamil), Collecting automobile miniature scale models, etc.,

Contact Details :

Present Address : Flat 402, C-wing, Balaji Residency, Survey no-47, Manaji nagar, Pune-41

Permanent Address : No 22, 3rd cross road, Bharathi Nagar (Extension), Katpadi, Vellore-632007

Mobile : 919923323520

Home : 4162244746

Office : 020-30231495

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

This is Me : I am a calm person who wants to be a good listener rather than a speaker. I am little-bit straight forward & like to do things in an open way. I love to mingle with people whom i think there is a scope to learn from him.


Title : Simulation of Brake Squeal

Project Guides : Mr.S.Raju, Sr.DD and Mr.Mahesh Patwardhan, Sr. Project Engineer

Key Words : Drum Brake; Disc Brake; Squeal noise; Simulation; Prediction; Evaluation

Abstract - The squeal noise from the disc as well as from Drum brake of an SUV vehicle is investigated. With all the available research work done, a methodology for predicting the disc and drum brake squeal is arrived. Complex eigenvalue analysis is employed in the predicting the unstable modes which may contribute to the annoying noise.Structure-borne source quantification is justified by taking the non-linearities into the system like the effects of brake pressures, rotational velocities and friction-coefficients.The scope of future work was involving the experimental validation with modal analysis of brake components, replicating squeal noise using brake noise dynamometer tests and correlating with vehicle noise measurements.

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Name : SANDEEP SAGICompany : John Deere Designation : Section Manager Specialization : Design Of Valve Train Systems Responsibilities : Product Engineering, New Product Development Previous Experience : Sona Koyo Steering Systems Ltd From 2004~2005 Rane Engine Valve Ltd Qualifications : (a) B.E.\B.Tech. : BE-MECHANICAL - MADRAS UNIVERSITY (b) M.Tech. : VIT-ARAI (Vellore – Pune) 2007 Projects : M.TECH: Software Model For Building Product Concept And Predicting Life Of Engine Valve Achievements : Presented a paper entitled “ Stress Analysis And Fatigue Life Determination Of Engine

Valves At The 5Th Sae International Mobility Conference Held In New Delhi , Sae Paper No 2008-28-0078

Date of Birth : 29/03/1982Date of Marriage : Hobbies : Listening To Music, Playing Games, Contact Details : Present Address : No-10, Kumaraguru 2Nd Street, Laxmipuram, Tiruvanmiyur, Chennai-600014Permanent Address : H.No 24-3-4, Ramnivas, Sreerampuram, Gundivaripeta, Bhimavaram-534202, West

Godavari Dist,Andhra PradeshMobile : 9840093955 / 9959590033Home : 08816 222738, 224063Office : 4422342301 E mail ID : Personal: [email protected] Official: [email protected] This is Me : Fun loving person, Hanging out with friends

M.Tech. Project Details Title : Software Model For Building Product Concept And Predicting Life Of Engine Valve

Project Guides : ARAI- Prof V.Kumar, INDUSTRY (REVL) Mr. B.Sundara Rajan, VIT- Mr. CD Naiju Key Words : Abstract - In recent years, the rising engine speeds, performance, fuel efficiency, emission control methodologies employed influence the valve dynamics predominantly. Subsequently valves are subjected to severe dynamic stresses and thermal loads which ultimately affect the life of valves. The design specifications to improve the valve performance to meet the endurance and reliability requirement are very vital. The valve seat wear and groove failure are some of the most severe problems which are of real concern due to the above changes in engine design requirements. It is noteworthy that lightweight materials generally imply lesser strength, and higher power output generally implies larger loads. These challenging and sometimes competing objectives have driven development of more accurate analytical models to improve our ability to estimate fatigue failures in structural components such as engine valves. In order to estimate a high cycle fatigue failure, a model must be established to relate stress and life until a fatigue failure. Modeling life until crack initiation is a adopted approach to estimate fatigue failure besides relating the Stresses with the S-N curves. The objective of this project is to develop templates and analyze different valve geometry feature such as valve head, valve seat and valve stem configuration using finite element analysis (FEA). Using the same, the effect of the materials and new alloys also to be studied. With the obtained stress, strain results of FEM, methodology to be established to accurately predict the life of the valves and the same to be compared with actual results.

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Name : Mr. S. Sivashankaran Company : Business

Designation : Proprietor

Specialization : Engine Performance, EDI Global Engine DIResponsibilities :

Previous Experience : M & M Ltd.



Projects :Achievements :

Date of Birth : 24-01-1982


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Present Address : Plot-no- 66-12, kurinji, Maa nagar, Vilankuri, Thi-post, Coimbatore-641035

Permanent Address : Mobile : 9787554555

Home : Office :


This is Me :

M.Tech. Project Details Title

Project Guides Key Words

Abstract - As of today Bolero, product of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. comes with an engine that does not incorporate a Common Rail System, but meets the BSII and BSIII emission legislation. As part of globalization Mahindra plans to roll “QutBolero Pik Up with a Common Rail System which would meet the current EURO IV (E IV) emission norms thereby making its presence in the European market. The Common Rail technology offers betiefits in improving the engine output power, torque, reduction in engine out emissions, better drivability. DI engines are characterized by higher peak combustion pressures and thus,by higher noise than the IDI engines. It was found that improved noise and low 11% N0x emissions were best achieved by introducing pilot injection(s). In order to meet the current emission norms, an engine of 2.49 L delivering a power of 108 hp@ 3800 rpm and ‘torque’ of 247 Nm @1800-2200 rpm with common rail system, turbo intercooled has been developed and tested extensively, which meets the current E IV norms. This engine was adopted on to Bolero Pik Up and prototype vehicles were built. The main objective of this is to roll out the Bolero with currently developed Common Rail direct engine other than the currently existing vehicle which incorporates Direct Injection (DI) item. The CRDe engine being adapted on to Bolero platform following things need to be checked and confirmed. Emissions Meeting current E IV legal limits by minimum of 20 % margin vehicle drivability - drivability to be equal or better than the existing Bolero Pik Up vehicle with DI engine. Vehicle application - Governing parameters of Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Rail pressure, Low Idle etc to be verified and re modified if required.

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Name : Vignesh. B

Company : Robert Bosch - Coimbatore

Designation : Engineer

Specialization : Emission Systems-Testing

Responsibilities : Testing and Evaluating The Components of SCR System To Meet Euro 6

Previous Experience : Piaggio Vehicle Private Limited , Baramati

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


Projects : Adaptation of LPG in 3-Wheeler

Achievements : This Project was Sponsored by Research and Development (R&D )Department of Piaggio Vehicles Private Ltd, Baramati and was Completed In A Time Span of 5 Months.


Date of Marriage :

Hobbies : Playing Cricket , Volley Ball , Stamp Collections

Contact Details :

Present Address : 10, Krishna pillai street, D.K.M College Road, Sainathapuram, Vellore - 632001, TamilNadu

Permanent Address : 10, Krishna pillai street, D.K.M College Road, Sainathapuram, Vellore - 632001, TamilNadu

Mobile : 9003916239

Home : 0416-2266744

Office : 0422-6675501


This is Me : What you feel about your self \ Something about you


Title : Adaptation of LPG in 3-Wheeler

Project Guides : Dr. S.S.Thipse , Ghanashyam Jadhav

Key Words : Gearbox Matching , Varying the Ignition Timing

Abstract - Under pressure of environmental laws, which are stricter and stricter, the automotive manufacturers ought to intensify their research development so that their product could meet the requirements of environmental exigencies. The improvement of internal combustion engines by applying electronic control technology has given spectacular results on emission reduction. Besides, the application of alternative fuel in internal combustion engine is also a good contribution to environmental protection. Mechanically carburetted engine will be an ideal one for the purpose. In fact, the engines, which operate on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), can sastisfy easily the strictest standard of pollution emission actually. Therefore if we can apply gaseous fuel on spark ignition engine, the advantages will be double. Our research is a contribution to develop the vehicle for better fuel economy. The present paper introduces some calculation results on the various tests carried out using a single cylinder SI engine fuelled with LPG. The various test done were the free acceleration test, emission analysis, gear box matching, lambda calculation, fuel consumption, max. speed test, durability test, engine performance in engine dynamometer and vehicle performance in chassis dynamometer and it was predicted that conversion was successful and fuel efficiency has to be increased and analysis for performance was done and it was noted that the optimization of the vehicle has to be done for better performance and was done.

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