Ph.D. (MEMS Microfluidics and Nanoelectronics (MMNE) Laboratory): Nov 2023 to May 2026 (Expected)

• Miniaturized and Flexible Thermoelectric Devices for Wearable Applications

Junior Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering) 

• •  Birla Institute of Technology and Sciences (BITS)—Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

  • Topic: “Design and Development of Flexible Thermoelectric Devices" (DYSL - DRDO Funded Project)

M.Tech (Advanced Manufacturing Systems): Dec 2020 to May 2023

• • JNTUH University College of Engineering, Science and Technology

  • Thesis: Investigation on the Effect of Flow Forming Process Parameters on Part Quality of Rocket Motor Casing Using Finite Element Simulation.

B. Tech (Mechanical Engineering): Aug 2013 to May 2018

• • Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM Vizag Campus) 

  • Mini Project Title: Cutting Tool Properties and Analysis of Improving Cutting Tool Life.

  • Major project Title: Engine Performance, Emission and Combustion Characteristics of A VCR (Variable Compression Research Engine)

Fueled with Bio-Diesel (methyl ester), i.e., using blends (B-10, B-20, B-40) & comparing with Petro-diesel.

Computational Simulation: 

• Skilled in CNC programming and simulation using Simufact Forming v16.0 and COMSOL Multiphysics. Working knowledge of ANSYS APDL, HYPERMESH, and ABAQUS Explicit, along with CAD tools like SOLIDWORKS and CATIA. Proficient in GD&T for precise engineering design and documentation 

Fabrication: 

• Skilled in key fabrication techniques such as spin coating, screen printing, 3-D printing & SLA, soldering, laser micromachining, cleanroom microfabrication, and embroidery-based prototyping for flexible thermoelectric devices. Proficient in characterization methods including SEM, optical microscopy, Seebeck coefficient measurement, four-point probe testing, Thermal Conductivity Testing Hot Plate Disc, UTM, texture analysis, and flexibility evaluation to assess device performance and durability 

• Industrial Training at BHEL Hyd and Vizag Steel Plant 

• Training at Central Institute of Tool Design MSME

• Research Student at DRDL-DRDO Hyd

• JRF at BITS Pilani Hyderabad DRDO-DYSL Funded Project

Worked on real-time (IKT) flow-forming machine at DRDL Flowforming Center, Hyderabad

• Managed working on real-time (IKT) flow-forming machine at DRDL Flow forming Center, Hyderabad

• Investigated the forming machine and understood the coding of the forming machine

• Implemented Axial Stagger setup, number of Passes, & Roller In-feed setup (Uniform thickness of Rocket motor casing of ASTRA, QRSM, LRSM, etc) in simulation

GE Aerospace: Exploring Supply Chain Virtual Experience Program on Forage 

• Determine critical requirements for a turbofan disassembly fixture

• Disposition of non-conforming turbine blades

SPECTRIS: Measurement Techniques for Sustainability Virtual Experience Program on Forage

• Understanding the Impacts of EV Battery Measurement

• Communicating Technical Sustainability Information

Trainee at MSME

• Training at the Central Institute of Tool Design on CNC PROGRAMMING & CNC SIMULATION

• Execution of G & M codes - Executed coding on real-time CNC machining

Publication

• Dhoni, N., Dubey, S., Javed, A., Goel, S. “Numerical Modeling and Design Performance Optimization of Thermoelectric Coolers for Adaptive Personal Thermal Management”. 2025. Energy Conversion and Management (ECM-D-25-01813) (Under review)

Patent

• “A Novel approach to fabricate flexible thermoelectric devices for wearable applications.” (Under review)

Book Chapter

• Dhoni, N., et al. "Morphological Characterization." Micro Electromechanical Systems (MEMS) Practical Lab Manual (2025): 71-88.

MEMS, Microfluidics & Nanoelectronics Lab

J-204, J-Block, BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

Jawahar Nagar, Kapra Mandal

Hyderabad-500078, Telangana, India

Email:  p20230456@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in 

Personal Email: dhoninagaraj.66@gmail.com

Ph: +919959561069