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Large Scale Distributed Graph Analytics
Large Scale Distributed Graph Analytics
January 2024 - October 2024
This project evaluated the performance of distributed graph processing frameworks (Spark GraphX, Graph Frames, Flink Gelly) on large-scale datasets (Stanford PPAN & Twitter). I contributed by developing algorithms (PageRank, Triangle Counting, e.t.c) in Flink Jelly and configuring AWS EMR for multi-node experiments. Key findings include the significant impact of framework selection and the crucial role of resource allocation optimization in achieving efficient and scalable graph processing by careful consideration of factors such as data distribution, communication overhead, and available resources.
Scramjet Combustor Instrumentation and Control
Scramjet Combustor Instrumentation and Control
July 2021 - April 2022 | Master's Thesis
This project developed a cost-effective and high-performance system for precise fluid flow control and data acquisition. A user-friendly web interface controlled the system, which utilized advanced microcontrollers (NodeMCU and Arduino Portenta H7) for high-speed data acquisition and precise flow control. The system demonstrated performance comparable to expensive commercial instrumentation, enabling efficient and accurate experimentation.
This research investigated ram-scram transition in a 2D dual-mode scramjet combustor based on the German DLR configuration. I collaborated on numerical simulations using ANSYS Fluent, leveraging high-performance computing (HPC) to accelerate the computational process. I optimized MPI configurations to minimize communication overhead and improve simulation efficiency. We found that the fuel-to-air pressure ratio significantly impacts the shock structure within the combustor, quickly leading to a transition from supersonic to subsonic mode.
Aerodynamics of Flying Frisbee
Aerodynamics of Flying Frisbee
August 2020 - November 2020 | Report
In this Project, fellow students and I studied the aerodynamics of the flying frisbee. We focused on this system to understand the interplay of forces that govern its flight and explore potential applications in fields beyond recreational sports, such as the design of more efficient flying objects. Our observations revealed that the differential pressure between the upper and lower surfaces of the frisbee disk generates lift, while spin contributes to its stability. Furthermore, we noted that frisbees, like airfoils, exhibit stall behavior at higher angles of attack, demonstrating similarities to aircraft wing characteristics
Design of MEMS Water Resistojet for Cubesat
Design of MEMS Water Resistojet for Cubesat
January 2020 - August 2020 | APSL
The goal of this project is to design a cost-effective propulsion module for a 3U CubeSat to enable thrust vectoring and orbital maneuvers. Upon investigation a water based resistojet was choosen due to its simplicity, reliability, and compatibility. I numerically investigated the boundary layer effects in both planar and bell-shaped micro-nozzle configurations, and assessed the impact of condensation shocks on performance and efficiency. Furthermore, designed a heater with diamond fin configuartion that is capable of effectively dissipating heat into the water flow.
Effect of Wind on Solar Still Yield
Effect of Wind on Solar Still Yield
July 2019 - April 2020 | Bachelor's Thesis | Presentation
In this project, fellow students and I focused on enhancing the thermal performance of solar stills through a combination of theoretical and experimental approaches. I developed a comprehensive thermal model using MATLAB to simulate heat transfer within the still and designed an Arduino-based control system to collect real-time data. The core objective was to optimize heat retention within the still, a seemingly simple yet critical aspect analogous to the intricate heat management challenges encountered in the aircraft combustor design.
Design of a High-Capacity Airliner
Design of a High-Capacity Airliner
July 2019 - November 2019 | Report | Presentation
The objective of this project was to design a high-capacity, long-range (12,000 KM) airliner capable of carrying 650 passengers, including crew. Utilizing established aerodynamic principles and existing airfoil data, my fellow students and I designed an airliner featuring a low-wing configuration with dihedral, a conventional empennage, and subsequently 3D-modeled it using Fusion 360
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