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Please join us in welcoming our new intern Omar Hassan to the #ERC team! His experience and enthusiasm to contribute to the future of aerial transportation are a valuable addition to the company. 𝟭. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗥𝗖? I am an Electric Propulsion Engineer Intern, and I evaluate test data and develop post-test evaluation tools to detect any errors or abnormalities and to ensure the reliability and performance of our systems. I support Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing and generate reports for new tests. Additionally, I engage in research activities, such as concept studies and technology analysis, and participate in prototyping efforts, including designing test setups and integrating systems. 𝟮. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 A significant challenge I anticipate is ensuring the reliability and performance of electric propulsion systems across various operational conditions. The complexity of an eVTOL aircraft, combined with the need to optimize weight, efficiency, and cooling, present unique difficulties. To address these challenges, we use advanced simulation tools and rigorous testing protocols to validate our designs. The collaborative work with cross-functional teams will help me learn from my colleagues to ensure that our propulsion systems are well-integrated with other critical aircraft components. 𝟯. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗥𝗖? I completed my Master's in Aerospace Engineering at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), following a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics) from Egypt. During my studies, I concentrated on control and dynamics of eVTOLs and was actively involved in the TUM student initiative Horyzn as an Electrical Propulsion Engineer, where I gained significant experience designing electric powertrains for eVTOLs. This gave me a solid foundation in electric propulsion principles, which I am now applying to my work at ERC-System. 𝟰. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂? For me, it's inspiring and motivating to contribute to a vision that could reshape the future of transportation, reduce environmental impact, and create a sustainable future. Our work transcends individual achievements; it's about pioneering solutions that benefit society. This collective mission drives me to push the boundaries of what's possible. I am thrilled to be part of ERC during such a transformative time in the evolution of e-mobility. The challenges we face are substantial, but they are matched by the opportunities to innovate and make a meaningful impact. I look forward to contributing to the continued success of our projects and the advancement of sustainable aviation. #aviation #evtol #hiring

🌟 Exciting Milestone Alert! 🌟 I am thrilled to announce that I’ve completed my Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering this June, marking the end of a fulfilling 3-year journey that equipped me with hands-on skills, innovative thinking, and leadership experience. 🔧💡 One of the standout moments during my studies was participating in the Effi-cycle event organized by SAE India, where my team secured an 8th national position! 🚴♂️ As the Head of the Department for Transmission and Regeneration, I led our efforts in designing and optimizing the vehicle's transmission system, gaining deep insight into sustainable transportation solutions and vehicle dynamics. Additionally, I’m proud to have secured a patent for an innovative solution, demonstrating my ability to translate ideas into real-world applications. These experiences have not only sharpened my technical skills but have also developed my problem-solving and leadership abilities. Now, as I prepare to start my MSc in Aerospace Engineering at Brunel University London, I am eager to explore the cutting-edge world of aerospace engineering. ✈️🚀 Aerospace engineering is a field that blends advanced physics, aerodynamics, and materials science to develop aircraft, spacecraft, and propulsion systems. I am particularly excited to dive into aerodynamics, structural analysis, and propulsion—all of which play a crucial role in the innovation of safer, faster, and more efficient air and space travel. I look forward to contributing to the development of technologies that could revolutionize not only air transportation but also the exploration of space. Joining Brunel will provide me with the opportunity to work on advanced research, collaborate with like-minded engineers, and contribute to solving the complex challenges in aerospace. The future of aerospace is vast, from reducing the environmental footprint of air travel to pushing the boundaries of space exploration—and I can't wait to be part of that journey. #MechanicalEngineering #AerospaceEngineering #BrunelUniversity #Efficycle #SAEIndia #Innovation #Sustainability #SpaceExploration #CareerGrowth #EngineeringJourney

Presenting an innovative project showcased at the recent Capstone Project Exhibition by our talented B.Tech Aerospace 3rd year students from the Mechanical Cluster, SoAE, UPES: Abhinn Tanna, Jaymeen Ankoliya, and Geethika Konasani worked on a cutting-edge Hybrid Rocket Motor. This design cleverly combines both solid and liquid rocket motor technologies, leveraging the advantages of each while mitigating their respective drawbacks. Project Objectives: 1. Analysis of Different Fuel Injectors for Hybrid Rocket Motor:** Investigating various fuel injector designs to enhance performance. 2. Fabrication of Proper Amount of Fuel for Specific Quantity of Thrust:** Developing the optimal fuel composition to achieve desired thrust levels. 3. Testing of Optimized Fuel for Hybrid Rocket Motor (HRM):** Conducting rigorous tests to ensure the efficiency and reliability of the hybrid rocket motor. This project not only showcases the ingenuity and technical prowess of our students but also contributes significantly to advancements in rocket propulsion technology. Stay tuned for more updates! UPES Ram Sharma, PhD Ranjeet Brajpuriya Piyush Kuchhal Dr. Nilanjana Banerjee Dr. Bikarama Prasad Yadav Ram Kunwer, Ph.D. Ramesh Kumar Geetanjali Raghav Stuti Gandhi Manav Aggarwal Kanu Talwar Amit Narayan Ankur Jain Sarthak Garg Harish Pundeer Sumit Wason Rahul Pillai #AerospaceEngineering #RocketScience #HybridRocketMotor #Innovation #UPES #StudentProject #MechanicalCluster #FutureEngineers

Imagine navigating through traffic with an Apple Vision Pro 🥽 Our paper, that presents AR-assisted pedestrian-vehicle interactions, has been published in Frontiers in Robotics and AI: ‘Augmented reality for supporting the interaction between pedestrians and automated vehicles: An experimental outdoor study’. The paper presents the results of a real-world study (my MSc Thesis) that investigates the impact of #AR interfaces for pedestrian-vehicle interactions. More information below... Thanks to Wilbert Tabone for developing my thesis into a published paper, and co-authors Joost de Winter and Dimitra Dodou for contributing during the entire process! Currently we are experimenting with #AR, #VR and #XR technology at QV Creative. Access to paper: https://lnkd.in/ghJ2z_2J

I am excited to announce that I have completed an internship in Conceptual CAE Design and Simulation with Altair, offered by Eduskills (AICTE). During this program, I gained valuable knowledge and hands-on experience in optimization, analysis, and simulation. This experience has enriched my skills and has prepared me for new challenges in the field of engineering and technology #CAE #Optimization #Simulation #EngineeringDesign #Altair #Eduskills #AICTE

As I recently started my internship at PIA Precision and Engineering General Electric much influenced me due to the manufacturing of planes and aerospace parts I got the enthusiasm to discover the new insights of General Electric. I just completed GE Aerospace's Explore Engineering. In the simulation I: Completed a job simulation where I advised on alternative energy sources for a hypothetical Aerospace team at GE Analyzed and compared diverse energy sources for propulsion systems, including cost, energy density, storage requirements, and how they impact design decisions -Conducted in-depth research on bypass ratio and compression ratio and their impact on turbofan engine design, including fan diameter, noise, installation considerations, material limitations, and emissions implications -Developed a technical presentation to effectively communicate the limiting factors associated with bypass and compression ratios that helped guide the decision-making for a next-generation propulsion system at GE Aerospace. #engineeringjourney #engineer #generalelectric #aerospaceindustry #mechanicalengineering

Students aircraft technology of Deltion Zwolle visit the Engineering Fluid Dynamics group at the University of Twente. As a good tradition at the end of their aerodynamic courses the Deltion students visit the UT. It was again an incredibly inspiring meeting between aeronautics/aerodynamcis enthousiasts. A true meeting between those who know a lot of theory and those who can work with their hands ! Thank you students for your visit, and teachers Gonard Fluit, Donya Habib Zadeh, Lars Vogelenzang, en Bas Tolsma for bringing your students. Thank you colleagues and students of the EFD group for making this possible. The visit consisted of 5 parts. 1) Lecture on aspects of future aircraft design and development by Edwin van der Weide 2) Coffee break in the student room of Isaac Newton study association, made possible by our students Marcel Vliem en Joep Smits 3) Short view of our supersonic wind tunnel by Walter Lette 4) Explanation of measurement techniques for wind tunnel tests by Arne van Garrel with assistance of Norbert Bader 5) Demonstration of aerodynamics and aeroacoustic in our aeroacoustic wind tunnel by myself Elise Leusink and myself where students could see the airflow over a profile visualized with smoke, feel "lift" and "flow separation" with their own hands and simultaneously see it in the flow, and also see tip vortices. Special aspect: one student brought the spoiler of his car which off course we also held in the wind ! Group picture taken just outside the anechoic room with the wind tunnel test section with enthusiastic faces !

📢 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 🌟 Last week, we shared the stories of three individuals who've seen great success with the Synera Education Challenge. They're proof of what happens when dedication meets opportunity in engineering. This week, we're excited to keep this momentum going and introduce more students who've taken their skills to the next level with Synera. Join us as we celebrate Prathveraj from Hamburg University of Technology, Jess from Westfälische Hochschule, and Max from Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. Their achievements add more chapters to our success story, showing everyone the real change the Synera Education Challenge can bring. Our challenge offers more than lessons; it gives students the chance to work with top engineers. This isn't just about learning—it's about making connections that matter for their futures. Just like the ones our past students have made, leading to real jobs and real progress. Ready to build on your skills and open up new job possibilities? There are plenty of opportunities waiting for those willing to step up to the challenge. Be inspired by our students and become one yourself. 📣 𝗦𝗼 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗲𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! 👉 Take the next step in your engineering career: Claim your spot and become part of a thriving community. 🔗 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗻𝗼𝘄: https://lnkd.in/eYRszzkp #Synera #ConnectedEngineering #CAD #CAE #AI

Our paper ‘Augmented reality for supporting the interaction between pedestrians and automated vehicles: An experimental outdoor study’ has been accepted and published! In the article, we present the results from a real-world #AR user study that investigated the impact of AR #interfaces which support safe pedestrian-vehicle interactions. Our findings showed that using AR interfaces was more preferred and effective than having no interface. Preference was also based on design elements like placement, salience, and visual attention requirements. We conclude that as AR gains prominence, the need for human-subject studies in real-world settings becomes crucial. The study offers insights into the potential benefits and challenges of implementing AR in real-world scenarios. I am proud of my MSc student Thomas Aleva for the work conducted during this project. I thank our co-authors Prof. Joost de Winter and Dr. Dimitra Dodou for their invaluable contributions to the project and article. Finally, I would also like to thank the editor and reviewers for their time and valuable feedback. Happy reading. Link: https://lnkd.in/dJAm2Ev3 #automatedvehicles #userstudy #hmd #XR #varjo #spatialcomputing #tudelft TU Delft | Mechanical Engineering