Rushabh Rupani
About Rushabh Rupani
Rushabh Rupani is an Engineer II in the MFE group at General Atomics, specializing in plasma physics diagnostics and computational fluid dynamics. He holds a BTech in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Finance from Nirma University, as well as an MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Southern California.
Current Role at General Atomics
Rushabh Rupani serves as an Engineer II in the Magnetic Fusion Energy (MFE) group at General Atomics. He has been in this position since 2020, contributing to advanced research and development projects. His work primarily focuses on the design and implementation of diagnostics for plasma physics experiments, particularly at DIII-D and ITER. This role allows him to apply his expertise in fluid and thermal sciences within a leading organization in the field of nuclear fusion.
Education and Expertise
Rushabh Rupani holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Mechanical Engineering from Nirma University, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. He also completed a Minor Specialization in Finance during his time at the same university from 2015 to 2017. Furthering his education, he earned a Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Fluid and Thermal Sciences from the University of Southern California, studying from 2018 to 2020. His academic background supports his technical skills in engineering and finance.
Internship Experience
Rushabh Rupani has gained diverse internship experience across several organizations. He worked as an R&D Intern at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in 2018 for four months, focusing on research and development. He also completed internships at ISRO - Indian Space Research Organisation and Echjay Industries, where he contributed to various engineering projects. His experience includes a role as a Device Engineering Intern at NOWDiagnostics and a Research Intern at Greenfield Labs, Ford Motor Company, where he worked on controls and automated systems.
Technical Skills and Tools
Rushabh Rupani possesses strong technical skills in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and statistical modeling. He utilizes software tools such as ANSYS and OpenFOAM for CFD analyses and employs SolidWorks and Inventor for computer-aided design (CAD) tasks. Additionally, he applies programming languages R and Python for statistical modeling in his engineering projects. His proficiency in these tools enhances his contributions to research and development in fluid and thermal sciences.
Research Focus
Rushabh Rupani has a strong focus on research and development in fluid and thermal sciences. His current role involves assisting in the design and implementation of novel diagnostics for plasma physics experiments. This research is critical for advancements in nuclear fusion technology, particularly in projects like DIII-D and ITER. His background in mechanical engineering and experience in various internships support his contributions to this field.