Pisindu Danusha
Dedicated Mechanical Engineer specializing in Renewable Energy, Wave Energy Systems, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
Busan, KR.About
Highly accomplished Mechanical Engineer and Ph.D. Candidate specializing in Renewable Energy, Wave Energy Systems, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Proven expertise in advanced numerical modeling, design optimization, and experimental validation, leading to significant performance improvements in energy conversion technologies. Committed to advancing engineering education and research, with strong experience in mentoring students and developing curriculum. Seeking a lecturing position to leverage extensive research background and foster the next generation of innovative engineers.
Work
Heat and Flow Control Laboratory, National Korea Maritime and Ocean University
|Graduate Research Assistant
Summary
Spearheading research in renewable energy systems, focusing on wave energy converters and hydrogen safety, through advanced CFD modeling and optimization.
Highlights
Developed and validated a numerical model for crossflow air turbines, leveraging existing experimental data for accuracy.
Achieved a 10% performance improvement in crossflow air turbines by optimizing nozzle and blade designs under steady flow and regular wave conditions using CFD.
Conducted comprehensive CFD simulations to analyze H2 diffusion from leaks and assess explosion risks, enhancing safety measures for green hydrogen production.
Provided critical CFD simulation support for the design and optimization of rotor sail systems, contributing to eco-friendly ship propulsion.
Summary
Contributed to the design, construction, and testing of industrial sump pump intakes, focusing on fluid dynamics optimization.
Highlights
Assisted in the design and construction of model sump pump intakes for industrial power plants.
Contributed to optimizing pump intake performance by implementing anti-vortex devices, effectively reducing vortices and swirls.
Summary
Conducted research on optimizing wave energy conversion devices for Sri Lankan climatic conditions, developing predictive models for energy production.
Highlights
Developed a mathematical model to accurately predict the annual energy production of wave energy devices.
Optimized device parameters to maximize energy output under specific wave conditions.
Calculated Mean Annual Energy Production (MAEP) using advanced statistical methods (Scatter Table and Power Matrix Method).
Summary
Led a design project for an energy-efficient solar-powered air conditioning system, integrating novel heat and mass transfer solutions.
Highlights
Designed and fabricated an energy-efficient air conditioning system powered by passive solar energy.
Innovated humidity reduction using a silicon-filled desiccant wheel, improving system efficiency.
Conducted research on adsorption refrigeration, utilizing ethanol and activated carbon for sustainable cooling.
Summary
Guided and developed the research capabilities of undergraduate students in mechanical engineering.
Highlights
Mentored two undergraduate students, providing comprehensive guidance on research design, methodology, and data analysis.
Cultivated students' technical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities through structured mentorship and regular meetings.
Summary
Managed manufacturing oversight, maintenance operations, and system modifications for hydropower plants, ensuring operational excellence and reliability.
Highlights
Oversaw the manufacturing of two Vertical Pelton Turbines for a 6.9 MW hydropower project, ensuring strict adherence to technical and quality standards.
Directed preventive and breakdown maintenance activities, optimizing plant and equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
Supervised mechanical repairs across multiple mini hydro power plants, enhancing system performance.
Engineered and implemented modifications for key components, significantly improving system reliability and performance.
Summary
Gained hands-on experience in industrial plant operations, focusing on refrigeration systems and regulatory compliance.
Highlights
Developed Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) for an ammonia refrigeration plant, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations.
Supported maintenance operations for critical plant systems, including ammonia refrigeration, boilers, HVAC, and diesel generators.
Summary
Assisted in maintenance and technical documentation for mini hydropower plants.
Highlights
Contributed to routine maintenance activities across several mini hydro power plants.
Prepared accurate As-built drawings, supporting plant documentation and future modifications.
Volunteer
Mechanical Engineering Society
|Vice President
Summary
Led initiatives to enhance professional development and knowledge sharing within the engineering student community.
Highlights
Organized a CPD certificate-level white belt course in Lean Management, benefiting aspiring engineers.
Coordinated a series of successful webinars and talks on industry-relevant topics like green building, Quality Assurance, Lean Six Sigma, and TPM.
Engineers Without Borders, Peradeniya Chapter
|Project Manager
Summary
Directed community-focused engineering projects addressing critical local needs.
Highlights
Successfully implemented a water filtration project, providing clean water to a rural village affected by Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
Organized and managed a successful blood donation campaign, contributing to community health initiatives.
Education
Awards
Brain Korea 21 Scholarship
Awarded By
Government of South Korea
Awarded for master's degree studies in 2023/2024, recognizing academic excellence.
Platinum Award - Most Outstanding Undergraduate Energy Research
Awarded By
Sri Lanka Energy Managers Association
Received first place for outstanding undergraduate energy research in 2023.
Best Paper Award – 'Performance improvement of crossflow air turbines for wave energy conversion in oscillating water columns: a CFD study'
Awarded By
3rd International Conference on Engineering and Technology, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Recognized for significant contributions in improving crossflow air turbine performance through CFD study.
Best Paper Award – 'A Comparative study on the impact of guide vanes on the performance of biradial turbine'
Awarded By
13th National Congress of Fluid Engineering, Daejeon, Korea
Recognized for co-authored work on the impact of guide vanes on biradial turbine performance.
Publications
Estimation of Annual Energy Production and Device Parameter Optimization in Sri Lankan Wave Climatic Conditions.
Published by
14th International Conference on Sustainable Built Environment
Summary
Estimation of annual energy production and device parameter optimization in Sri Lankan wave climatic conditions.
Skills
AutoCAD
Computer-aided design, CAD.
SolidWorks
Computer-aided design, CAD, 3D Modeling.
Ansys 19.2
Computational Fluid Dynamics, CFD, Numerical Modeling, Simulation.
Microsoft Office 365
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Microsoft Project 2016
Project Management, Scheduling.
Renewable Energy Systems
Wave Energy, Hydro Power, Solar Energy, Energy Conversion.
Fluid Dynamics
Fluid Mechanics, Aerodynamics, Hydrodynamics.
Numerical Modeling
Mathematical Modeling, Simulation, Data Validation.
Engineering Design
Turbine Design, System Optimization, Component Design.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
FEA, Structural Analysis, Stress Analysis.
Research & Development
Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Scientific Writing.
Project Management
Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Team Leadership.
Mentoring & Teaching
Curriculum Development, Technical Training, Student Guidance.
References
Prof. Min Yoon
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, National Korea Maritime & Ocean University, minyoon@kmou.ac.kr
Prof. Young-Ho Lee
Emeritus Professor, Center for Offshore Wind & Green Hydrogen Ammonia Research, National Korea Maritime & Ocean University, lyh@kmou.ac.kr
Prof. Prasanna Gunawardane
Professor, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Peradeniya, sdgspg@eng.pdn.ac.lk