Deepak Reddy Kurella
Plainsboro
Summary
- CAE engineer having more than 5 plus years of experience in Finite Element Modeling, Computer simulation and analysis of automotive and crashworthiness with OEM’s AUDI,BMW,MAZDA,VOLVO.
- Expertise on FEA solvers like LsDyna, PamCrash, Abaqus
- Expertise on pre and post processors like Hyper works, LS Prepost and Visual Environment.
- Non-linear Dynamic analysis of Airbags, 2D and 3D meshing of its various components using Hypermesh, Ansa
- Static Integrity analysis of Airbag Housing and Bracket components.
- Knowledge of FMVSS 208 Regulations.
- Knowledge of EURO NCAP, US NCAP.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer
L&T Technology Services Pvt Ltd
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Led FEA simulation of airbag and seat belt systems to ensure compliance with crash safety standards.
- Conducted dynamic deployments, linear impactor tests, and ejection mitigation studies.
- Simulated structural responses of brackets and housing in crash load scenarios.
- Collaborated with OEMs on optimizing airbag deployment trajectories and dummy interaction during impacts.
Flashing Engineer
Ford Motors (thru Satyam venture)
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Flash firmware and bootloaders onto embedded devices (e.g., automotive ECUs, APIM, TCU, ADAS Modules).
- Ensure correct firmware versions are flashed according to project requirements.
- Verify and validate successful flashing using debugging tools.
- Identify and resolve issues related to firmware flashing, including boot failures and checksum errors.
Simulation Engineer
One Us Technologies
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Specialized in Mechanical Analysis, Proficient in solving highly dynamic, non-linear problems using various simulation software’s.
CAE Engineer
Blackbuk EV ltd
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Played a key role in developing and optimizing crash safety simulation methodologies, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in predicting vehicle behavior during impact events.
- Conducted thorough analysis of simulation results, identifying root causes of performance deviations and proposing effective countermeasures to address them.
- Collaborated closely with design and test engineers to integrate simulation findings into the vehicle development process, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills in presenting simulation findings and recommendations to project stakeholders, fostering productive discussions and decision-making.
CAE Engineer
ZF (thru Satyam venture)
10.2017 - 12.2021
- Specialized in Finite element analysis of occupant safety system products like Airbags and Seat belts.
- Proficient in solving highly dynamic, non-linear problems using various FE software’s.
- Performed FE modeling and deployment simulations for Curtain, Passenger, Side, and Knee airbags using HyperMesh, ANSA, LS-Dyna, and PamCrash.
- Executed geometric folding and relaxation simulations to position airbags realistically before deployment.
- Carried out static and dynamic airbag deployment simulations for both module-only and full vehicle environments.
- Conducted volume coverage assessments to evaluate airbag effectiveness and recommend shape/folding optimizations.
- Performed ejection mitigation simulations (EJM) to ensure airbag deployment meets FMVSS 226 requirements.
- Built and correlated linear impactor (LIC) simulations with physical test data to fine-tune cushion stiffness and trajectory.
- Suggested design improvements including tether length adjustments, folding patterns, and cushion thickness to meet occupant injury criteria.
- Created FE models of airbag covers, housings, and seatbelt components using Hexa and Shell meshing.
- Conducted non-linear structural analysis of airbag brackets and housings under crash loads using LS-Dyna and Abaqus.
- Proposed reinforcements like stiffeners and ribs in high-stress regions to improve crash performance.
Education
Masters (MS) - Information Technology
Wilmington University
01.2023
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University of Hyderabad
01.2017
Skills
- Modelling Skills: Hypermesh, LS prepost, Primer, ANSA, Hyperview,
- Solver Skills: LS Dyna, Pamcrash, Visual Environment, RADIOSS, ABAQUS
- Design skills: AutoCAD, CATIA
Timeline
Engineer
L&T Technology Services Pvt Ltd
12.2024 - 05.2025
Flashing Engineer
Ford Motors (thru Satyam venture)
09.2024 - 11.2024
Simulation Engineer
One Us Technologies
02.2024 - 09.2024
CAE Engineer
Blackbuk EV ltd
12.2021 - 04.2022
CAE Engineer
ZF (thru Satyam venture)
10.2017 - 12.2021
Masters (MS) - Information Technology
Wilmington University
B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technology University of Hyderabad
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