Siddharth Avachat

I am an innovative problem solver that utilizes my multi-disciplinary background to understand multi-physics phenomena, quantify deformation and predict failure in materials and structures. I enjoy collaborating and contributing ideas and proposing solutions to solve the many problems facing our society. I possess a varied and versatile background in mechanical engineering and materials science. Experimental and Computational Mechanics Extensive experience with designing experimental apparatuses for testing material response. Proficient in experiments and data collection with strain, force and pressure sensors. Working knowledge of mechanical testing of carbon composites, metals and polymers. High-speed photography and Digital Image Correlation (DIC). CAE/CAD, constitutive modeling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of multiphysics phenomena. Analysis of nonlinear high-strain rate response of materials and structures. Materials Selection, Manufacturing and Design Accomplished at milling, drilling, and lathe machining of steel, aluminum, and copper alloys. Experienced with 3-D printing, injection, extrusion, rotational, & blow-molding of polymers. Composites fabrication using Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) and prepregs in an autoclave. Familiar with metal forming techniques: stamping, forging, and various types of castings. Acquainted with material-structure-property performance relations for a range of materials. Excel at performance vs. complexity vs. weight vs. cost trade-offs for materials selection. Communication Articulate in presenting and writing for both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience pitching to angel and venture capital investors. Familiar with legal issues. Drafted proposals and secured sponsorships from government agencies (> $1.5 million). Submitted annual technical reports to the U.S. Department of Defense from 2009 to 2015. Multimedia including Adobe, Flash and MS Office suite.