Manan Jain

Interned at the National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), contributing to a resonance-based ignitor project. Performed CFD-based numerical analysis using ANSYS, conducted design and modeling in SolidWorks, and carried out post-processing and data analysis in MATLAB. Participated in laboratory experiments for validation and supported design optimization through computational and experimental insights.

• I interned in the AFCS Group under RW&DC at HAL, where I worked on sideslip estimation for helicopter control systems, gaining practical experience in MATLAB and Simulink in aerospace analysis and research.

• Leading ongoing research initiatives in aerospace domains, coordinating technical projects, mentoring team members, and contributing to innovation strategy and knowledge development within the organization.

• Led coordination of astronomy-related events, hands-on telescope sessions, and educational workshops. Managed internal communications, boosted member engagement, and supported outreach initiatives to promote space science awareness.

• Worked as an intern focusing on CAD modeling and design using SolidWorks, developing 3D models and technical drawings for engineering projects.

• Interned in the domain of Ansys Fluent, gaining hands-on experience in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and fluid flow analysis for engineering applications.

• Worked on propulsion system analysis for space launch vehicles, gaining practical experience in aerospace research and technical software tools.

• An internship in the domain of Drone and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, gaining exposure to UAV systems through project-based training, technical discussions, and hands-on tasks.

• Made a discovery of an asteroid during a NASA Citizen Science - international asteroid search campaign by analyzing space data, contributing to ongoing research in asteroid detection and tracking.