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Mahesh Patekar

Mahesh Patekar

Technical lead in automotive simulation and vehicle systems

mahesh-patekar
Karnataka, India
Joined May 2026
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Summary

Applied expertise in simulation and model-based design for vehicle systems, demonstrated through roles titled 'Technical Manager' and 'Technical Lead' and by authoring a SAE technical paper on drum-brake thermal modelling. researchgate+1
Career progression from simulation engineer to technical manager and technical lead across major automotive and aerospace employers, indicating leadership in engineering teams and projects. researchgate+1
Strong academic foundation in design engineering (MTech, IIT Bombay) combined with industry research activity, reflected in published technical work and academic profile pages. academia+2
Experienced across multiple organizations in the automotive ecosystem (Tata Motors, Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, Collins Aerospace, John Deere), with roles spanning technical leadership, project management and simulation engineering. rocketreach+1

Work

Education

Writing

Transient 1D Mathematical Model for Drum Brake System to Predict the Temperature Variation with Realistic Boundary Conditions

January 1, 2017

Develops a 1D mathematical model of a drum-brake assembly using Model Based Design; discretizes components into finite masses with conduction, convection and radiation heat-transfer units to simulate temperature variations under different duty cycles and vehicle speeds.

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