NIRAV A MEHTA

Dedicated and experienced Mechanical Engineer with a Master's in Machine Design (GPA: 3.64) and a strong foundation in CAD/CAM, Finite Element Analysis, and Machine Tool Design. Over six years of teaching as an Assistant Professor at LJ University, excelling in subjects like Machine Design and Finite Element Analysis. Proven track record in industrial roles, contributing to the design and optimization of machine tools. Successful execution of research projects, including biomechanical analysis and IoT-based systems. Proficient in MATLAB, Solidworks, ANSYS, and Python. Adept at collaborative work, recognized for excellence in teaching, Machine designing, and research.

1. Crash Course on Python,Mar-2022 by Google

2. Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python), Mar-2022 by University of Michigan

3. Electric Vehicles and mobility, Feb-2020 by Paris Tech

4. MachineDesign part-I, May 2020 by Georgia Institute of Technology

5. Elements of AI Offered by University of Helsinki, May 2020

6. AI for Everyone, June 2020 by Deeplearning.AI

7. Modeling in SOLIDWORKS Offered by LJ Design Center, June-2019

8. Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading,Dec-2017 by Georgia institute of technology

9. Participated in “1 st International Conference on Automation in Industries” organized by Space Society of Mechanical Engineers, April 2016

10. Participated in the workshop “Geometrical Interpretation of Mathematical Concepts” organized by Gujarat Technological University. Nov-2014

11. GATE Score of 431 in Mechanical Engineering under registration number 21041366, March 2014

12. German language level I & II certified by Gujarat University, Feb-2011 13. Participated in “Virtual BAJA SAEINDIA 2010-2011”, July-2010

• Two years of industrial experience in the design and development of Machine tools,including mechanical design and optimization algorithms.
• Interns both in industrial and academic environments. Familiar with Modal and Vibration Analysis and Control.
• Strong background in machine design and development. o Strong background in MATLAB/Simulink, Solid Works, ANSYS, PYTHON.
• Computer Programming (C/C++)
• Familiar with Finite Element Method and Analysis software (ANSYS, Nastran).Passive and Active Vibration Control and Robotic Path control
• Optimization, dynamics, FEA, Machine Design, and robotics.
• Excellent public speaking and communication skills, self-motivated team player

Working on “Design and development of wild blueberry harvester project” (2023-Present)  Advisor: Bashir Khoda, Ph.D. 

 Biomechanical analysis of femur by using finite element analysis,2022  (Research project at LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology)  Funded by LJ University (125$) 

 Design and implementation of an IOT-based smart irrigation system  Jan 2021-July 2021(Funded by Startup India)  Funded by Startup India (2500$) 

 Optimization of Gearbox cooling system by using finite element analysis,2022  Funded by SSIP (1250$) 

Research on "Temperature optimization of a battery module for electric all-terrain vehicle"  June 2020-March 2021(Research project at LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology funded by LJ University in  collaboration with Oreva E-Bike (3750$)  

Optimization of design function using hybrid algorithm for practical application  July 2018-Oct 2018(Seminar project at LJ Institute of Engineering and Technology)

  Performance analysis of aluminum Al5080 subjected to low-speed impact loading  (Jan 2018-July 2018) (Industrial funded Project(2000$)  

Research project "Performance and CFD analysis of Aircraft winglet using the numerical method"  July 2017-Jan 2018((Research project at LJ institute of engineering and technology) 

 Industrial Research project "Design and optimization of lubrication system of gearbox"  Dec 2016-June2017(Industrial funded Project (1050$))  

Master's thesis "Design and optimization of sheet metal bending tools using genetic algorithm"  April 2015-May-2016(Industrial funded Project (6100$)  

Under graduation thesis “Design and Analysis of Automobile Chassis”  Nov2010-May

1. Nirav Mehta, Temperature optimization of a battery module for an electric all terrain vehicle International research journal of modernization in engineering technology and science · Aug 8, 2021.

2. Nirav Mehta, B S Patel, Ketul Brahmbhatt. Design and Optimization of sheetmetal bending tools Design and Optimization of sheet metal bending tools 1st International Conference on Automation in Industries · Jun 4, 2016

3. Nirav Mehta, Biomechanical analysis of Femoral fracture to understand stress distribution by using finite element analysis (Under review)

4. Nirav Mehta, Performance and CFD analysis of Aircraft winglet using numerical method (Under review)

• Graduate Assistantship & Teaching Assistantship at Birla Vishwakarma Mahavidhyalay, 2014-2016.

• Gate Scholarship Issued by Government of India, Received Rs.12,400/- per month.

• Awarded best teaching faculty for years 2018,2019 and 2022.

• Awarded the best innovative startup project at “LJ Innovation Village-2018”.