Sai Pranay Padakanti

My thesis involves evaluating the higher-order spectral element code NEKO for computing aerodynamics around the airfoil profiles of wind turbines and performing a comparative analysis in physical accuracy and computational time with other established methodologies.

- Simulation of 8MW turbine in MoWiT with the aid of PyWiT automation module - Analysis of different load cases with respect to IEC 61400-1

Lehrstuhl für Windenergie of Prof. Dr. Carlo L Bottasso at Technical University of Munich (TUM) - Modelling of wind turbine loads in OpenFAST - Evaluating the Hydrodynamic capabilities of OpenFAST and load analysis on 15 MW monopile Turbine - Estimation of Damage Equivalent Loads and response analysis with respect to different regular and irregular waves

Involved with testing and analysis of high voltage quick disconnection devices DISCO

Design of XT test rig for underwater gas testing, optimization of test philosophy and sequence, Lifting Load and tension analysis, Dual bore test flange design for Beacon Shenandoah 20K project.

· Design of subsea XT (Christmas Tree) for Eni Cabaca Development Project (Angola). · Engineer support for testing, manufacturing and shipping of Tree Secondary Module for Eni Cabaca PXT and IXT at Dunfermline, Scotland. · Design of test equipment for Beacon Shenandoah 20ksi HPHT (High-Pressure High-Temperature) Project.

As a part of the rotation program, I was inducted into the Well Control, Flow Control and Umbilical departments where I was associated with the design of subsea equipment.