Monu Malik, PhD, P.Eng

Experience

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  Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

  Jul 2011 - May 2013

  Graduate Research Assistant

  • Visited various hydro power and solar thermal plants to collect data and to understand the technology• Analysed various issues in small and large hydropower plants and respective solutions• Conducted experimental and CFD analysis of packed bed sensible heat storage system for solar thermal energy

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  Voith Hydro

  Sept 2012 - Oct 2012

  Internship

  • Assisted in preparing the content to display hydropower technology and benefits to the general public.• Explained the hydropower technology to students and the general public during the 10-day technical fair.• Demonstrated Voith Hydro technologies to students and potential customers.

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  Voith Hydro

  May 2013 - Sept 2013

  Management Trainee

  • Collected, analysed and reported, information about various hydro-power projects through Voith Hydro blue book• Responsible for coordinating with different technical and sales departments to collect projects details• Closely worked with the clients and seniors for their inputs and feedback to prepare preliminary quotation of hydropower projects

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  University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)

  Sept 2013 - May 2017

  • Mentored various classes of 60 or more undergrad students• Inspired students to apply critical thinking skills to perform proper assessments of scientific writings• Communicated effectively with students in individual meetings to manage and resolve course conflicts• Prepared and grades assignments, mid-term and final exam to evaluate students the understanding of course MaterialTA Courses:1. Thermodynamics – MECE 2320U (Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2016)2. Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer – MECE 2640 (Fall 2013)3. Thermal Environment Engineering – MECE 4450U (Winter 2014, Winter 2015)4. Combustion & Engines –AUTE 3450U (Winter 2014)5. Solid Mechanics – MECE 2420U (Winter 2014)6. Heat Transfer – MECE 3930U (Winter 2015)7. Fluid Mechanics – MECE 2860U (Winter 2016)8. Engineering Design – ENGR 1025U (Winter 2016, Winter 2017) Show less

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant

    Sept 2013 - May 2017

  • Graduate Research Assistant

    Sept 2013 - May 2017
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  Green And Intelligent Automotive (GAIA) Lab, University of Waterloo

  Nov 2015 - Dec 2016

  • Developed the facility to test various types of lithium-ion batteries under different operating conditions• Prepared the experimental setup having PCM based passive thermal management system for electric and hybrid electric vehicle battery and performed test• Successfully reduced the battery pack temperature by 36% by using developed PCM-based passive thermal management system• Performed 3D modeling of developed system in NX 10 and CFD analysis using ANSYS Fluent• Conducted modeling of the developed system using MATLAB Simulink and performed economic analysis as well as optimization using Genetic Algorithm Show less • Developed a new passive BTMS using PCM and CNT through a specially designed process• Performed experiments to measure internal resistance in cylindrical and prismatic li-ion cells under different operating temperatures by using an environmental chamber• Executed extensive experiments to find the optimum design conditions for a BTMS by using an environmental chamber • Created user interface in MATLAB for a thermal data acquisition system• Tested Li-ion batteries with cold plates at different coolant temperatures Show less

  • Researcher

    May 2016 - Dec 2016

  • Researcher

    Nov 2015 - Dec 2016
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  University of Toronto

  Sept 2017 - Nov 2022

  • Developed, tested, and optimized Aluminum-ion battery and worked on transferring technology to prototype battery and then pilot scale• Investigated and optimized the electrochemical performance of Regenerated Li-ion NMC batteries• Guided a team of 18 graduate students (PhDs and Postdoc) while directly supervising four Ph.D. students, helps to set up their research goals and to achieve them• Interact with lab team members on daily basis to understand and resolve their research problems and help them to endure in a fast-paced research environment• Takes initiatives to continuously improve the working environment and research facility for enhancing team members work experience and productivity• Handle managerial responsibilities of the lab that includes finding and negotiating with suppliers for buying new equipment and set up, and instruments maintenance• Write proposals for government and industrial funding, collaborate, and interact with internal and external organizations• Work with industrial collaborators for various projects, present results, prepare and submit scientific reports, get their inputs, and execute the plan as per their requirements• Attend technical and industry conferences and events to present our research work for knowledge transfer and collaboration and to acquire relevant information Show less Development of the Next-generation Rechargeable Al-ion Batteries • Characterized newly developed cost-effective and environment-friendly electrolyte using NMR, SEM-EDS, XPS, DSC, CV, EIS, TGA, Raman, UV-Vis, and FTIR characterization techniques and performed galvanostatic testing• Enhanced battery performance and cycle life through optimization of electrolyte composition and electrode material (Graphene Nanoplatelets (GNP))• Helped team members to resolve the technical issues in their project and achieve their set targets• Achieved 1-minute charging and discharging time (CC, CV, CCCV, Rate capability) of developed Aluminum-ion battery with more than 3000 cycles (Long-term cycling, Degradation test)• Patented the developed invention (Aluminum-ion battery) and licensed it to the industry• Helped principal investigator to write successful proposals for government and industrial funding• Presented the research work at international technical and industry conferences and published the work in reputed peer-reviewed international journalsRecycling and Regeneration of Secondary Li-ion Batteries • Developed a novel hydrometallurgy process to recycle and regenerate end-of-life NMC battery cathode • Material synthesis, electrode fabrication, assembly, and testing of regenerated NMC cathode for optimization of electrochemical performance Development of Ultra High-Temperature Materials • Successfully developed and tested a robust thermocouple shield for the ultra-high temperature and oxidative environment Show less • Set up a complete lab-scale battery manufacturing and test facility with a controlled atmosphere• Explored suitable material for the anode, cathode, and electrolyte of the Aluminum-ion battery using characterization techniques (CV, EIS, SEM-EDS, XRD, NMR, Raman, TGA, FTIR, etc.) and Electrochemical testing• Successfully developed and tested a proof of principle rechargeable Aluminum-ion battery• Investigated the safety of developed battery through bend and penetration test, and controlled environment tests• Worked with clients to test their battery under different operating conditions, developed and successfully executed plans to enhance battery overall performance (Specific capacity, Coulombic efficiency, nominal discharge voltage, cycle life), and submitted the final report for patent applications Show less

  • Senior Research Associate

    Sept 2020 - Nov 2022

  • Research Associate

    Sept 2019 - Aug 2020

  • Postdoctoral Fellow

    Sept 2017 - Aug 2019
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  Stealth Mode

  Nov 2022 - Feb 2024

  Senior Scientist and Manager

  • Lead a team of accomplished scientists to pioneer a platform technology for Silicon to enhance diverse interfaces within Li-ion batteries and beyond• Worked on new anode material development, involving material coating, slurry development using the Thinky mixer, FlackTek, and homogenizer, slurry characterization employing the Hegman Gauge and Rheometer, electrode coating with a doctor blade, and coin and pouch cell preparation and assembly in dryroom and glovebox. Additionally, optimized cell formation conditions (pressure and testing) and investigated SEI layer formation, performed cycling performance analysis using Maccor tester and various potentiostats and conducted cell failure analysis with various characterization tools • Established a complete battery research and development facility encompassing material and slurry development, cell fabrication (coin and pouch), and rigorous testing (Maccor, Biologic, environmental chamber), as well as characterization with a capability to handle moisture sensitive chemistry using a glovebox/dry room. This initiative included assessing necessary tools, negotiating with suppliers, overseeing acquisition, conducting equipment demos and on-site inspections and testing, personally handling equipment installation, training the team, developing SOPs, implementing safety assessments, and championing best practices for enhanced operational efficiency• Contributed significantly to various facets of company operations, encompassing the establishment of safety and operational protocols, the recruitment and talent acquisition for diverse teams, IP development, the development and monitoring of company-wide and individual Master Business Objectives (MBOs), database design and management, and the onboarding and training of new hires Show less

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  Coreshell

  Feb 2024 - now

  Senior Battery Scientist