Injection Molding Higher Secondary

Curriculum Vitae

R.Pratheep

acxd6o@r.postjobfree.com

Academic Qualification:

M.Tech: Rubber Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

(8.42 CGPA)

B.Tech: Rubber and Plastics Technology, Madras Institute of Technology, Chennai

(7.4 CGPA)

Standard XII: Petit Seminaire Higher Secondary School, Pondicherry

(90% Marks)

Standard X: Petit Seminaire Higher Secondary School, Pondicherry

(89% Marks)

Research Experience:

ß A research on “Preparation of Ultra Low Rolling Resistance Tread compound for 2- Wheeler Tyres” was carried out in CEAT Tyres Ltd, Gujarat

-An ultra low Rolling Resistance 2W tread compound was prepared using high BR & SBR polymer system involving functionalised carbon black filler. This research involves fine tuning of rubber compound formulation using design of experiment to achieve a very low RR tread compound with an optimum grip and mileage properties within the given cost limitations.

ß A research on “Synthesis of NBR-Nano structured fly ash nano composite for semi conductor applications” was carried out in Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

-Acrylonitrile butadiene rubber-Nano fly ash nano composite was prepared with and without silane and their physical, electrical and dielectric properties were studied and compared with those of NBR-Carbon black compounds. ß A research on “Synthesis and characterization of carbon black from natural Sources” was carried out in the Department of Rubber and Plastics Technology, Madras Institute of Technology, Chennai

-This work involved the extraction of carbon black from coconut shells by burning them in a custom made furnace (prototype), optimization of the extraction process, characterization of the unique physical and chemical properties of the carbon black used as filler in a rubber polymer matrix.

ß A research on “Microwave assisted regeneration of rubber from tread rubber crumb and preparation of composites using the regenerated rubber” was carried out in the Department of Rubber and Plastics Technology, Madras Institute of Technology, Chennai.

-Reclamation of rubber was done from tread crumb using microwaves from which preparation of composites and characterisation of the same was done. Job Skills:

Working as an Assistant manager in CEAT Tyres Ltd-Research & Development- Material Development research group from May-2015 to present (1 Year 6 Months). Roles and responsibilities:

1. Material Development for Passenger Car Radial and Two Wheeler category Tyre components like Tread, Sidewall, Body Ply, Bead Filler, Apex, Belt, and Inner Liner. 2. Benchmarking competitor tyres - Performance and Material properties. 3. Improvement in Rolling Resistance and Mileage of tires through advanced material development and compounding techniques.

4. Curing Process and Technology Development

5. Advanced testing of Rubber compounds and building correlation of on road performance of tyre with lab test data -Involves usage of Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer, LAT-100, Abrasion Index, UTM, and Rubber Processing Analyzer. Etc Research Interest:

ß Rubber Compounding and characterisation.

ß Development of Low RR rubber compounds with optimized grip and mileage. ß Development of novel polymer materials and fillers for tyre industry. ß Study of different parameters affecting the dynamic properties of tyre. ß Advanced test methods and correlation development. Industrial Exposure:

Rubber Training Institute, Indian Rubber Board, Kottayam, Kerala, India (30thMay

–10th June 2011 )

Undertook a valuable hands on training on the collection, processing of latex and manufacturing process for latex based products.

Apollo Tyres (P) Limited, Kerala, India

(16thJune – 21stJune, 2011)

Studied the complete manufacturing of Bias tyres and tubes involving rubber compound mixing, Processing, Building & Curing.

Fenner (India) Limited, Sriperumbudur, Kancheepuram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

(June 2011)

Received comprehensive training on the entire process involved in the making of various kinds of rubber oil seals, right from the rubber mixing and extrusion to the compression molding, transfer molding, injection molding and life testing.

Brakes India Limited, Padi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

(25th June - 29nd June 2011)

The training inculcated knowledge about the manufacturing process of brake hoses, diaphgram and testing.

Skill Set:

I have hands on experience in Mechanical, Thermal & Surface characterisation of polymers involving operations of FTIR, DLS, SEM, UTM, MDR, ODR, DSC, RPA, Melt Flow Index Apparatus, Arc Resistance Tester, Din Abrader, LAT-100, BPST and DMA.

Polymer processing using two roll mill, Banbury, Intermix, Single and Twin Screw Extruder, Horizontal and Vertical Injection Moulding. Knowledge in Designing Software:

AutoCAD, Solid works

Academic Exam Qualifications:

Cleared GATE Exam in 2013 with All India Rank of 89.

Cleared GRE exam with a score of 306(out of 340).

Cleared TOEFL exam with a score of 100(out of 120) Academic Achievements and Contribution:

Presented a paper on ‘Role of artificial Muscles based on Electro active polymers’ in AnjalaiAmmal Engineering college-2012

Participated in the workshop on basic operations and building of Robotics-2011.

Participated in PLASTINDIA’12 conference in Delhi.

Participated in the RUBBEREXPO’11 conference on ‘Latest Rubber Processing Machineries’ in Chennai.

Extracurricular Achievements and Contributions:

College Cultural Secretary during 2012-13.

Secured first in National level science drama held at Mumbai-2007.

Secured second in state level chess competition-2006.

Secured first in intra college dance performance–MITAFEST-2012

Received many awards and prizes for English essay writing, creative writing, poetry at college level and inter school level

Interpersonal Skill Sets:

Patience and out of the box thinking ability.

Excellent verbal and written communication skill.

Independent Research capability with efficient experimentation skill.

Cross functional Team Work.

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