As a CAE Engineer at Team Piranha Racing, I specialize in leveraging advanced simulation tools to design, analyze, and optimize vehicle components.

As a driver at Team Piranha Racing, I lead our racing efforts by piloting our custom-built vehicles in competitive events. My role includes providing feedback on vehicle performance, collaborating with the team to enhance design and functionality, and ensuring peak performance during races. I also participate in testing, designing and practice sessions, contributing to strategy development and team dynamics. My experience combines technical understanding with hands-on driving skills, promoting continuous improvement and success for our team.

Experience:Gearbox Design: Developed a 4WD gearbox with a focus on optimizing efficiency and performance. Utilized KISSsys for comprehensive analysis to determine overall efficiency and assess key characteristics.Structural Analysis: Employed Ansys for in-depth analysis of gear components and gearbox casing, ensuring structural integrity. Leveraged Altair Inspire to optimize gear topology for weight reduction.Shaft and Bearing Expertise: Utilized KISSsoft for precise calculations related to shafts and bearing systems, ensuring reliability and performance.Propeller Shaft Design: Designed propeller shafts based on rigorous calculations and validated results through various analysis software tools.Engine Mount Design: Engineered engine mounts, performing modal analysis, static analysis, and topology optimization to create safe and lightweight solutions.Skills:Gearbox DesignStructural Analysis (Ansys)Gear Topology Optimization (Altair Inspire)Shaft and Bearing Calculations (KISSsoft)Propeller Shaft DesignEngine Mount DesignModal AnalysisStatic AnalysisTopology OptimizationMechanical EngineeringAchievements:Successfully contributed to the development of high-performance 4WD gearbox, enhancing overall vehicle efficiency.Improved gearbox reliability through in-depth structural analysis, reducing the likelihood of component failure.Optimized gear topology, resulting in significant weight reduction while maintaining functionality.Ensured the longevity of shaft and bearing systems through precise calculations and engineering.Engineered engine mounts that are both lightweight and structurally sound, enhancing vehicle safety.