Manjunatha Prasad R has a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Utah State University and a B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering from Vishveshvaraya Technological University in India. He has internship experience in mechanical engineering roles at ThermoFisher Scientific, National Aerospace Laboratories, and S.N.Z Auto Engineering Works. His research projects include developing low-cost kenaf fiber reinforced composites and designing a multi-rotor aerial vehicle. He is proficient in SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, MATLAB, and has relevant coursework in composite materials, finite element analysis, and machine design.

1. Manjunatha Prasad R
ENLAB, Room 136, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department Email – manjunath.prasad@outlook.com
Utah State University, Logan, Utah 84321 Contact - +1-(435)-764-3789
EDUCATION_________________________________________________________________
M.S in Mechanical Engineering Utah State University
Advisor: Dr. Thomas H.Fronk 2013-2015
-- Thesis Topic: Effect of Sodium Hydroxide on Mechanical Properties of Kenaf Reinforced Composites
-- GPA: 3.70/4.0
B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering Vishveshvaraya Technological University (VTU), India
Advisor: Dr. Nagaprasad. K.S 2009-2013
-- Graduated as one among the top in the State of Karnataka, India, with GPA of 4.0/4.0
-- Thesis: MultiRotor Aerial Reconnaissance Vehicle
HONORS AND AWARDS______________________________________________________
 Outstanding Graduate Scholarship, Department of Mechanical Engineering, USU 2013-2015
 Best Undergraduate Senior Design Project, Department of Mechanical Engineering, VTU 2013
 Winner of National Design Competition , National Institute of Technology, Karnataka, India 2012
 Best project presentation Award, MITS, Andhra Pradesh, India 2012
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________
ThermoFisher Scientific, Life Sciences Division Logan, Utah
Position: Mechanical Engineer Intern May 2015 – Ongoing
Guide: Mr. Dave Rowley, Mr. Kevin Pickup
- Designed film storage racks inside controlled environment using SOLIDWORKS.
- Gained experience in sheet metal fabrication techniques.
- Experience in GD&T.
- Experience in Experimental validation of mechanical component.
- Created Bill of Material’s (BOM) for the components design.
- Experience in Mechanical analysis using Finite Element Analysis.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
National Aerospace Laboratories, Micro Aerial Vehicles Division Karnataka, India
Position: Mechanical Design Intern Jan 2013 – June 13
Guide: Mr. Roshan Anthony
- Designed the scaled down version of CH-47G Chinook helicopter using SOLIDWORKS.
- Performed vibration analysis on engine components for flaw detection.
- Gained experience in injection molding, plastic molding and machining.
- Experience in mold design and tooling.
- Gained Experience about industrial manufacturing technique.
- Process documentation and product manufacturing

2. S.N.Z Auto Engineering Works Karnataka, India
Position: Process Engineer Intern Jan 2012 – June 12
- Gained experience in Industrial Manufacturing environment.
- Gained knowledge about crankshaft grinding, engine part machining, Aluminum Casting.
- CNC Programming, Electrical component design experience.
- Process improvement and process documentation
RESEARCH PROJECTS________________________________________________________
Effect of Sodium Hydroxide on Mechanical Properties of Kenaf Reinforced Composites USU, Logan
Guide: Dr. Thomas H.Fronk May 2014- Aug 2015
 Developed a low cost composite panel using short Kenaf/bast fibers by soaking the fibers in varying concentrations of
sodium hydroxide solution. Tensile test was performed to determine the modulus and strength of composite panels.
 Developed an indigenous method for strain and load data recording using LabVIEW.
 Developed a MATLAB code to determine the volume of fibers required for a required volume of composite panel using
only dimensions and density data.
Multi Rotor Aerial Reconnaissance Vehicle VTU/National Aerospace Lab, India
Guide: Dr. Naga Prasad K.S/ Mr. Roshan Anthony Aug 2012- May 2013
 Designed a multi rotor helicopter in association with National Aerospace laboratories for reconnaissance activites.
 Developed a new rotor configuration for increased stability and maneuverability. Rotor efficiency was studied for
calculating the aerial time based on aircraft weight and future additions.
 Data was recorded from high altitude using skyview software for reconnaissance and stealth.
PROGRAMMING SKILLS______________________________________________________
- Applications and Tools
- Certified SolidWorks Associate – C-KUFLFKLBUP
- CATIA Certificate, AutoCAD 2D, ProE
- Mathematica, MATLAB, Fortran
- Windows, Word, Power Point, Excel, FloTHERM
RELEVANT COURSE WORK___________________________________________________
- Composite Materials Mechanical Vibrations
- Finite Element Analysis II Machine Design I and II
- Design of Experiments Mechanical Engineering Experiments
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS______________________________________________
- Consistently performed duties in efficient and timely manner, completing projects within deadlines. Result oriented with the
ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Worked in multi cultural environment maintaining positive co-worker relationship.
- Strong management/ prioritization abilities and can perform well under pressure, in a fast paced environment.