Tanmay Dharmaji Mhatre
Innovative mechanical engineering student with expertise in design, manufacturing, and sustainability. Passionate about developing cutting-edge, eco-friendly solutions that drive technological advancements. Currently working on autonomous systems as a Mechanical Engineer for Graduate Design Course
Engineering Excellence
Discover innovative solutions that combine cutting-edge engineering with real-world impact across product design, robotics, and sustainable technology.
Laptop Stand with Modular Cooling Pad
Streamlined 35-part laptop stand into 22-part modular design using SolidWorks and DFA analysis, achieving 20% assembly time reduction and 25.69% DFA score improvement.
Multifunctional Agricultural Tool (Wonder 2.0)
Designed 4-in-1 adaptive tool using SolidWorks and FEA analysis, achieving 40% physical strain reduction and projected annual revenue of $6.7M with 19-month payback period.
Pit Viper Inspired Dual Sensing Robot
Engineered snake-inspired mechanical chassis with dual sensing systems (thermal and visual), achieving 25% faster target acquisition and 30% lower heading angle variance.
Dyson Bladeless Fan Reverse Engineering
Applied DFA principles and SolidWorks modeling to optimize design, reducing part count to 31 and improving DFA score by 64.8% for scalable manufacturing.
Development of Solar Dryer
Designed and fabricated low-cost ($60) solar dryer using ASAWA insulation panel, achieving 86% moisture reduction in spinach and 10.3% boost in energy efficiency.
About Me
Graduate student in Mechanical Engineering at University of Colorado Boulder with expertise in design, manufacturing, system hardware integration, robotics, and sustainable engineering solutions.
Engineering Innovation Through Design
I am a mechanical design engineer specializing in product design, robotics, and autonomous systems development. Currently, I am completing my Master's in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder while applying my skills as a Mechanical CAD Engineer at Practical Scientific Solutions, Inc.. I am driven by the challenge of transforming complex ideas into tangible, efficient, and user-focused solutions using a deep knowledge of advanced CAD tools, including SolidWorks.
In my current role at Practical Scientific Solutions, Inc., I am working on Project R.O.C.K. for my Graduate Design Course focusing on delivering a field-deployable prototype to the U.S. Army. This covert, autonomous system is designed to classify moving targets using a four-stage sensor cascade and launch a tracking projectile. My responsibilities require a multidisciplinary approach, from prototyping mechanical subsystems in SolidWorks to developing embedded software on Jetson Nano and Teensy V4 microcontrollers, all while adhering to strict size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements.
Technical Skills
Experience & Education
Experience
Mechanical Design Engineer
Practical Scientific Solutions, Inc.
Designed and engineered a covert, autonomous system to classify moving targets using a four-stage sensor cascade and launch a tracking projectile, while meeting demanding size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements.
Key Achievements:
Research Assistant
Pillai College of Engineering
Designed and simulated solar dryer assembly in SolidWorks, optimizing airflow and thermal dissipation through forced convection channels and DC fan placement.
Key Achievements:
Education
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
University of Colorado Boulder
Design Emphasis with focus on advanced manufacturing, bio-inspired robotics, and aesthetic design principles.
Honors & Activities:
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering
University of Mumbai
Comprehensive mechanical engineering education with emphasis on product design, vehicle systems, and thermodynamics.
Honors & Activities:
Published Research
Contributing to the advancement of sustainable engineering through peer-reviewed research
"Development of Solar Dryer"
International Journal of Applied Engineering and Technology
Vol. 5 No. 4, December 2023, ISSN: 2633-4828, pp. 1361–1376