Rahul Kumar Yadav

Experience

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  Steel Authority of India Limited

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2015

  Vocational Training
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  Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

  May 2016 - Jul 2016

  Indian Academies' Summer Research Fellow

  Conducted numerical simulations of axisymmetric water droplet coalescence in a silicone oil medium using the phase-field method implemented in COMSOL Multiphysics.Designed and executed corresponding experimental studies in the same medium, followed by a meticulous comparison of experimental data with numerical simulation results to validate the accuracy and reliability of the computational model.

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  Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati

  Jul 2019 - Mar 2020

  Teaching Assistant
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  Siemens Energy

  Oct 2020 - now

  Contributing to the CBM project as a key member, focusing on modeling for lifetime counters of Generator components using Python in the backend, while developing the frontend interface using Streamlit.Contributed to Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) of various sensors like absolute/relative vibration sensor and PD sensor, to extract insights.Playing an integral role in numerous FEA and Design projects, designing components of Generator and checking it’s structural integrity and performance. Show less Conducted a detailed FMEA study for the Generator System as part of a CBM (Condition-Based Maintenance) project. Studied various reported faults to understand their impact on system, sub-system, and component levels. Created a detailed product tree based on the findings.Performed FEA analysis on Rotor Blower Hub and Blade configurations for different Air-cooled Generators. Evaluated structural integrity by assessing stresses, conducting LCF studies, and analyzing fracture mechanics.Performed feasibility FEA analysis for the Core-to-Frame assembly. Additionally, conducted Modal analysis, and assessed lifting, transportation, and structural integrity of the stator frame under various live load cases.Involved in the detailed Design process for all Rotor components of Air-cooled Generators. Utilized NX software for product design, ensuring adherence to GD&T standards. Managed documentation and ECM processes in Teamcenter. Generated MM, BOM, and ECM in SAP, overseeing the final routing for production. Show less Performed TED (Torsional Effective Diameter) Analysis (used for Rotor-dynamics studies to calculate torsional modes of rotor systems) using ANSYS Workbench.Conducted comprehensive studies on the structural integrity of the Exciter Frame for various load cases, integrating detailed FEA analysis, weld, and bolt calculations in accordance with industry standards and best practices.On-the-job training in FEA Analysis for various components of the rotor, such as Retaining Rings, Pole Crossover, and Rotor HCF Calculation. Gained hands-on experience with ANSYS Workbench, Teamcenter, and SAP. Show less

  • Senior Executive

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Mechanical Developer Engineer

    Oct 2021 - Sept 2023

  • Post Graduate Trainee Engineer

    Oct 2020 - Sept 2021