ADAMS
BARATH KIRAN M A
Multi-body Dynamics Engineer
Chennai
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in multibody dynamics and CAE simulations using ADAMS Abaqus and ANSYS along with advanced CAD experience in SOLIDWORKS and Creo. Demonstrated hands-on experience in developing and validating simulation models including contact definition load and torque evaluation and Kinematics & Compliance (K&C) analysis to support robust design decisions. Proven ability to optimize and update legacy CAD models through morphing and design refinement reducing design iteration time and improving alignment with current engineering standards. Actively involved in virtual validation and correlation studies enabling reduction of physical prototypes lab time and material costs. Experienced in supporting R&D workflows through detailed simulation documentation technical inputs for design reviews and close collaboration with cross-functional teams. Applied simulation-driven problem-solving to enhance the performance durability and reliability of pharmaceutical dispenser components and related mechanical systems.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Language
Work History
Multi-body Dynamics Engineer
Detroit Engineered Products
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted CAE-based FEA of key components including the tower center column, dispenser units and machine frame using linear static and normal mode analyses to ensure reliable performance.
- Configured ADAMS contact parameters and performed virtual torque/load evaluations to study collisions and stress variations, enabling early detection of design issues and improving system durability.
- Developed parking pawl ADAMS models with vehicle dynamics inputs and ran Contact K&C analysis to derive stiffness and damping, reducing design Iterations from 5 to 3.
- Optimized validation simulations, eliminating 2 of 5 planned physical tests. and reducing lab time and material costs.
- Applied CAD morphing to update 15+ legacy parts, aligning with current standards and reducing design revision time by 1 day per part.
- Supported Internal design reviews with technical insights to enhance product and component quality.
- Maintained precise engineering documentation with R&D workflows, covering simulation data, analysis report and design revisions.
- Collaborated with 4+ cross-functional teams on simulation work spanning pharmaceutical dispensers and agricultural cutters, enhancing simulation throughput across domains.
Education
Master of Engineering - Engineering Design
PSG Tech
Coimbatore, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Saveetha Engineering College
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD) Simulation
Vehicle Dynamics Modeling
ADAMS Multibody Modeling
Contact Definition & Parameter Tuning
Contact Kinematics & Compliance (K&C) Analysis
Load Case & Torque Simulation
Contact Force & Collision Evaluation
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Linear Static Structural Analaysis
Normal Mode (Modal) Analysis
Virtual Validation & CAE
Durability & Load Cycle Assessment
Physical Test & Prototype Reduction
CAD Morphing & Design Optimization
CAD - CAE Integration Workflow
Simulation Documentation & Reporting
Design Review & R&D Support
Cross - Functional Engineering Collaboration
Software
ANSYS
Abaqus
Creo
Solidworks
Meshworks
Accomplishments
Scored 55% in IPTSE - Intellectual Property Talent Search Examination
Timeline
Multi-body Dynamics Engineer
Detroit Engineered Products
06.2023 - Current
Master of Engineering - Engineering Design
PSG Tech
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Saveetha Engineering College
04.2001 -
Interests
I am a passionate Formula 1 enthusiast with a deep interest in race strategy and data-driven decision making and advanced telemetry analysis I closely follow how teams interpret real-time data to optimize performance and manage tyres and adapt strategies under dynamic race conditions My curiosity extends beyond the track into automotive engineering and innovation particularly in areas such as aerodynamics and power unit efficiency and performance optimization which continuously shape the future of motorsport