Gaurav Gupta

Main research topic:

  • Topology design of cellular material for static and dynamic applications

  • Finite element analysis of cellular structures

  • Topology optimization to achieve required stiffness behavior

Current research work:

Material topology design to model  

  • Multi-functional and functionally graded properties

  • Time/ Load dependent stiffening behavior

  • Large Elastic deformations for recoverable shapes

  • Energy absorbing void structural dampers as in car bumpers

  • Compliable structures giving arbitrary surface profile

Papers:

Gupta, G., J. Tan and C. C. Seepersad, 2006, "Design and Freeform Fabrication of Compliant Cellular Materials with Graded Stiffness," Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (D. L. Bourell, J. J. Beaman, R. H. Crawford, H. L. Marcus, C. C. Seepersad and K. L. Wood, Eds.), Austin, TX.

Carlos, S, K. Madhavan, G. Gupta, D. Keese, U. Maheshwaraa and C. C. Seepersad, “Development and Application of a Flexibility-based Design Method for Multi-Scale Design”, 11th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, 6-8 September 2006

Graduate courses taken:

  • Product Design Development and Rapid Prototyping

  • Design of Complex Engineering Systems

  • Optimization of Systems Governed by PDEs

  • Introduction to Computer Graphics

  • Mechatronics 2

Education:

Bachelor of Technology, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, India

Contact info:

gaurav83@mail.utexas.edu