Rahul Dhari

Areas of expertise

• Aerospace engineering

• Mechanical engineering

• Computational modeling (multiscale modeling, progressive damage modeling)

• 3D printing

• Advanced engineering simulation (Abaqus, Ansys)

• Material characterization

• Composites and additive manufacturing

• Computer programming (Python, MATLAB, Fortran, LaTeX)

• Computer-aided design (SolidWorks, CATIA, Blender, KeyShot)

Education

• Griffith University, Australia (in progress)PhD in Aerospace Engineering

• Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDEU), Gandhinagar, IndiaMaster’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Anna University, Chennai, IndiaBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional background and credentials

Rahul Singh Dhari is a researcher, engineer, and expert in computational mechanics, additive manufacturing, and composite structures. He uses his CAD modeling and 3D printing skills to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges. Rahul has been awarded a Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (GUIPRS) to pursue a doctoral degree in Aerospace Engineering. Within the scope of his PhD thesis, he directs an FE2 framework to perform multiscale failure analyses of 3D printed materials. He has technical expertise in computational modeling, progressive damage analysis and material characterization, and he is proficient in advanced engineering simulation in Abaqus and Ansys. His papers, focusing on impact dynamics, composite structures, and bio-inspired materials, have been published in reputed journals, including Composite Structures and Engineering Failure Analysis. Rahul’s expertise has been crucial for the development of Omni Calculator, resulting in the publication of over 100 specialized tools.

Achievements

Rahul has directed several innovative research initiatives, including the development of a ballistic impact testing facility funded by a competitive student research program grant. His research has been a valuable contribution to mechanical impact analysis and additive manufacturing processes, among others. Named Engineer of the Week by GrabCAD, Rahul has participated in a variety of projects, which have resulted in the publication of numerous insightful research articles, underscoring his ability to connect theoretical concepts with practical applications within engineering.

Awards

• Griffith University International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (GUIPRS) to pursue doctoral studies at Griffith University, Australia

• Student Research Program (SRP) grant to build a ballistic impact experimental facility at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at PDEU

• GrabCAD Engineer of the Week

Featured in

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Publications

• Singh G, Dhari R S and Javanbakht Z. Automated detection of deformation mechanisms in re-entrant honeycomb auxetics using machine learning; International Journal of Protective Structures; Oct 2024

• Dhari R S, Hall W, Feih S and Javanbakht Z. Direct FE² failure prediction of fused-filament fabricated parts; Engineering Failure Analysis; Sep 2024

• Dhari R S, Hall W, Asthana A and Javanbakht Z. Direct FE2 analysis of additively manufactured parts with voids; Materials Today: Proceedings; May 2023

• Dhari R S, Javanbakht Z and Hall W. On the inclined static loading of honeycomb re-entrant auxetics; Composite Structures; Oct 2021

• Dhari R S. A numerical study on cross ply laminates subjected to stray fragments impact loading; Composite Structures; Apr 2021

• Dhari R S, Javanbakht Z and Hall W. On the deformation mechanism of re-entrant honeycomb auxetics under inclined static loads; Material Letters; Mar 2021

• Dhari R S, Patel N P. On the crushing behaviour of scutoid-based bioinspired cellular structures; International Journal of Crashworthiness; Jan 2021

• Dhari R S, Patel N P, Wang H, Hazell P J. Numerical investigation of Fibonacci series based bio-inspired laminates under impact loading; Composite Structures; Jan 2021

• Dhari R S, Patel N P. The Response of Composite Laminates Subjected to Blast and Impact Loading at Various Temperatures; Journal of Dynamic Behavior of Materials; Jun 2020

• Gadhiya J, Dhari R S, Goswami M and Nirav Patel N. Comparative Investigation of Alloy Plates Against Ballistic Impact, Blast, and Fire Loading; Emerging Trends in Mechanical Engineering; Dec 2019

• Patel N P, Sharma D S and Dhari R S. The Analytical Study of Stress Concentration Factor in an Infinite Plate at Various Temperatures; Advances in Material Sciences and Engineering; Sep 2019

• Patel N P, Parlikar P, Dhari R S, Mehta K, Pandya M. Numerical modelling on cooling assisted friction stir welding of dissimilar Al-Cu joint; Journal of Manufacturing Processes; Nov 2019

• Dhari R S, Patel N P, Wang H, Hazell P J. Progressive damage modeling and optimization of fibrous composites under ballistic impact loading; Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures; Aug 2019

• Dhari R S, Sekar A. Split warhead simultaneous impact; Defence Technology; Dec 2017