About Me
About Me
I am a researcher with a background in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and experimental diagnostics, focused on advancing clean and efficient engine technologies. My PhD research at IIT Delhi focused on developing better spray modeling methodologies for Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) applications and characterizing alternative fuel sprays for direct injection spark ignition engines. I joined Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited as a Fellowship Trainee in May 2024. Currently, I work as a Manager in the Base Engine (R&D) department. My research has resulted in 4 journal publications, 7 international conference papers, and 3 book chapters, with extensive use of CONVERGE CFD software and ANSYS Fluent for numerical studies.
I am particularly interested in numerical modeling, combustion research, direct injection sprays, and leveraging AI in CFD for faster and more accurate simulations. Let’s connect and collaborate on innovative solutions for next-generation fuel and engine technologies!
Key Contributions:
During PhD at IIT Delhi:
Spray Modeling: Developed a spray modeling methodology for GDI sprays under non-flashing conditions and developed a phenomenological-based evaporation model that accounts for flash boiling effects on spray breakup and vaporization. These models were implemented in the CONVERGE CFD tool using user-defined functions (UDFs). To support flex-fuel engine development, I applied these models to study ethanol and methanol sprays under non-flashing and flashing conditions.
Experimental Characterization: Experienced in optical diagnostics using Nd: YAG laser and LED-based high-speed imaging to analyze macroscopic and microscopic aspects of spray morphology.
Micro Gas Turbine Combustor Design (Master’s Research):
Modeled and optimized a micro gas turbine (MGT) combustor using SOLIDWORKS and ANSYS Fluent.
Simulated non-premixed combustion of LPG and natural gas fuel with a radiation model and optimized design parameters, achieving a turbine inlet temperature (TIT) of 1301 K, velocity of 620 m/s, and NOx emissions below 54 ppm.
At KOEL as a Fellowship Trainee (20/05/2024 - 19/05/2025):
Developed and optimized spray-piston interaction models through advanced combustion CFD simulations, enhancing fuel injector configurations for diesel engines across low, mid, and high horsepower ranges.
Contributed to the design and development of piston cooling nozzles, while also performing engine coolant flow analyses to improve thermal management.
Conducted Conjugate Heat Transfer (CHT) analysis for high horsepower engines, resulting in enhanced overall engine performance and durability.