Akash Yelne

• Performed DOE using Mini-Tab to study the influence of process parameters such as blank holder force, punch speed, die clearance on the process.
• Regression Equation was derived and performance of the process for different parameters was predicted.

• A preliminary structure was designed to provide adequate packaging space for the vehicle components and occupants.
• Bench-marked the Honda Civic B-Pillar to Rocker joint for rotational joint stiffness using hypermesh. Extrapolated this rotational joint stiffness to other joints of the structure for further calculations.
• The structure was then optimized to meet the target bending stiffness of 7,000 N/mm and torsional stiffness of 12,000 N-m/deg.
• The front and rear rails were… Show more

• A preliminary structure was designed to provide adequate packaging space for the vehicle components and occupants.
• Bench-marked the Honda Civic B-Pillar to Rocker joint for rotational joint stiffness using hypermesh. Extrapolated this rotational joint stiffness to other joints of the structure for further calculations.
• The structure was then optimized to meet the target bending stiffness of 7,000 N/mm and torsional stiffness of 12,000 N-m/deg.
• The front and rear rails were designed to absorb energy from a barrier impact at 31 mph.
• A topology optimization was conducted for the entire structure and total vehicle mass saving of 7.84 kg was achieved.
• Developed a 3D Model of the BIW in SolidWorks based on the final design. Show less

Every year, 8 million metric tons of plastics enter our ocean on top of the estimated 150 million metric tons that currently circulate our marine environments.
This project was funded by BOSCH to explore ideas for ocean conservation and move towards a sustainable future.
Successfully demonstrated the autonomous capabilities of a scaled boat concept which could be employed for collecting plastic debris from the ocean.

• Packaged 95th percentile male and a 5th percentile female manikin in a compact electric car.
• Used SAE Standards J1100 to identify critical dimensions such as vision angle and ride height.
• Packaged battery, inverter. motors and cargo volume at the same time making sure that the design follows the industry styling ratios.

• Developed a sway control device with weight redistribution for Trailers.
• Identified market requirement through the voice of customer (VOC) using surveys and Quality Function Deployment.
• Used various project management tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP to design a robust process and manufacturing plan.
• 3D printed a scaled prototype and demonstrated the sway control capability on a scaled RC car.

• Led the process planning team in balancing the line, calculating tact time and optimizing the shift model to meet variable production demand.
• Was responsible for task sequencing, line balancing and logistics for the body shop.
• Simulated the plant operations on Technomatics Plant Sim to visualize actual working of the body and assembly shop.

• Did sensor fusion of ultrasonic sensors and used Arduino Uno microcontroller to measure distances.
• Used Kalman filter to minimize the error and converge into the final value.
• Developed a PID controller to detect objects for adaptive cruise control.
• Successfully controlled the velocity and steering angle to detect and maneuver through obstacles on the track autonomously.