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Nikhil Laskotra
Aerospace Structural Engineer
Nikhil Laskotra is an Aerospace Structural Engineer specializing in FEA, UAV, and Advanced Air Mobility Systems. With substantial experience in designing and optimizing UAVs for enhanced aerodynamic efficiency and structural integrity, Nikhil has successfully contributed to projects involving supersonic nozzle acoustics and hybrid VTOL UAV performance. Proficient in advanced simulation tools and CAD software, they are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aerospace engineering.
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Professional Experience
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Research & Design Intern
IIT Mandi Catalyst
Hybrid VTOL UAV design and optimization.
Highlights
- Designed a 13 kg hybrid VTOL UAV optimized for mission endurance and stable transition flight.
- Improved aerodynamic efficiency by ~18% through wing sweep + taper optimization using ANSYS Fluent.
Handpicked Projects
Each project represents a unique challenge and creative solution
Noise Generation and far-field Acoustic Signature of a Supersonic Nozzle
Performed high-fidelity CFD simulations using ANSYS Fluent to analyze aerodynamic noise in a convergent–divergent supersonic nozzle.
VTOL UAV (3.5 kg Medical / Rescue Deployment Platform)
Designed a hybrid VTOL UAV capable of carrying 3.5 kg payload with ~45 min endurance for medical/rescue missions.
Fixed-Wing UAV (1 kg Internal Payload Class)
Designed aerodynamic and structural aspects of a fixed-wing UAV, focusing on fuselage and wing manufacturing using advanced materials.
Solid Rocket Motor – Sugar Propellant (KNO₃–Sucrose)
Designed and analyzed a lab-scale solid rocket motor using KNO₃–Sucrose composite propellant.
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