Kartikay Awasthi

Student M.Sc. Aerospace Engineering
Darmstadt, DE.

About

Aspiring Aerospace Engineer with expertise in simulation-driven additive manufacturing, lattice structures, and machine learning applications in engineering. Skilled in CAD, FEA, and CFD, with a proven track record in research and product development. Seeking technical roles in simulation-driven design and optimization at the system level, aiming to enhance performance and efficiency in aerospace and related fields.

Work

Cyber Physical Simulations @ Technische Universität Darmstadt
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Studentische Hilfskraft

Highlights

Investigated and developed simulation-driven digital twins of WAAM for aerospace component manufacturing.

Designed tutorials and assisted with lecture content for Physics-Aware Machine Learning offered in the Summer Semester.

Explored ML-based approaches to reduce computational costs in physical modeling and simulation, achieving faster-than-real-time predictions using Neural ODEs.

Product Development and Machine Elements @ Technische Universität Darmstadt
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Studentische Hilfskraft

Highlights

Simulation and validation of mechanical properties of additively manufactured components.

Investigation of damage criteria and evolution in additively manufactured components.

Uravu Labs Private Limited
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Product Development and Research Engineer

Highlights

Responsible for the design and prototyping of new AWG systems.

Researched and conceptualized innovative prototypes and process layouts, reducing energy consumption by up to 50%.

Coordinated with external vendors to procure specialized equipment.

Managed the product development cycle for existing product lines.

Directly assisted the founders in raising two separate rounds of equity funding.

Uravu Labs Private Limited
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Mechanical and Business Development Intern

Omega Engineers and Manufacturers
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Machining and Inspection Trainee

Highlights

Created 3D models from 2D CAD drawings for LCA Tejas and Dornier 228 sub-assemblies.

Debugged and optimized NC part codes for manufacturing.

Inspected machined parts to tolerances within a few hundred microns.

Hari Mini Tempo Services
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Operations Trainee

Highlights

Managed logistics scheduling and route planning.

Supported the transition of a diesel-powered fleet to CNG through CAD designs and packaging planning.

Conducted cost-benefit analyses comparing CNG-powered trucks to diesel-powered alternatives.

Education

Technische Universität Darmstadt

Master of Science

Aerospace Engineering

BMS Institute of Technology (affiliated to VTU)

Bachelor of Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Awards

Deutschlandstipendium: Die Carlo und Karin Giersch-Stiftung an der TU Darmstadt

Awarded for outstanding academic performance and social engagement (2024 - 2025).

Publications

Flow Analysis of Ramjet Engine for Optimized Nose Cone Design

Published by

2nd International Conference IEOM, India

Languages

English

Bilingual Proficiency

German

Intermediate Proficiency

Hindi

Native

Skills

Programming

Python (PyTorch, Tensorflow, JAX, NumPy, pandas), MATLAB.

Simulation Software

Cradle CFD, nTopology, COMSOL Multiphysics, Abaqus.

Design Tools

Solidworks, Fusion 360.

Documentation

MS Office, LaTeX.

Soft Skills

Teamwork, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Critical Thinking.

Projects

Numerical Analysis of AlSi10Mg L-PBF-manufactured TPMS Lattice Structures for Mechanical Performance

Summary

Ongoing Advanced Design Project (ADP) under joint supervision from the Institutes of Product Development and Machine Elements (pmd) and Lightweight Construction and Structural Mechanics (LSM), TU Darmstadt.

Design of a Wind Tunnel for the Development and Testing of Rig Components and Measurement Devices

Summary

Advanced Design Project (ADP) at GLR (Gasturbinen, Luft- und Raumfahrtantriebe), TU Darmstadt.

Flow Analysis of a Ramjet Engine for Optimized Nose Cone Design (Bachelor Thesis)
Gokart design fabrication and racing - ISIE Indian Karting Race
Formula Bharat (Formula Student) Virtuals