Dr. Ujjawal Arya is a postdoctoral researcher at the HiDAC Lab, Purdue University, where his work centers on developing advanced experimental setups and a dedicated characterization facility to evaluate the reliability of microelectronic components. His current research bridges experimental mechanics and reliability engineering, aiming to establish robust testing frameworks that can predict long-term performance under real-world operating conditions.

He earned his Master’s and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from METL at Purdue University, where he designed novel visualization methods and computational models to investigate complex lubrication challenges in high-speed rolling element bearings. Earlier, he completed his B.Tech. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur. What began as a fascination with DIY projects and tinkering with mechanical systems has evolved into a lifelong pursuit of uncovering the principles that govern complex engineering phenomena.

Drawing on expertise in experimental design, data acquisition, and analytical modeling, Dr. Arya seeks to answer fundamental questions at the intersection of tribology and reliability. His research integrates experimental visualization techniques with numerical and computational tools to uncover the intricate dynamics of lubrication, wear, and system durability.