Kaveh Torkashvand

PHD Student at University West
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Trollhättan, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden, SE

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Experience

    • Sweden
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • PHD Student
      • Aug 2019 - Present

      • Conducted materials characterization, mechanical, and tribological tests on HVAF WC-based coatings for industry-sponsored research projects that led to the development of more environmentally-friendly coatings by replacing Co with sustainable Fe-based compositions. • Analyzed and interpreted data from the conducted experiments and presented the results and progress of two projects to the industrial partners including Höganäs, ABB, TSE and Andritz. • Lectured on the principles of surface engineering, tribology, materials testing as well as relevant hands-on labs in “Advanced Manufacturing Processes” and “Surface Engineering” MSc courses with +%90 of satisfaction based on course evaluation report. • Supervised MSc students in conducting their thesis which resulted in 2 peer-reviewed publications. Show less

    • Canada
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Visiting Researcher
      • May 2022 - Jul 2022

      • Investigated the mechanical and tribological behavior of hard-face coatings, including conducting microstructure characterization, micro and nano hardness measurement, and sliding wear testing at room and elevated temperatures, resulting in a peer-reviewed joint publication. • Investigated the mechanical and tribological behavior of hard-face coatings, including conducting microstructure characterization, micro and nano hardness measurement, and sliding wear testing at room and elevated temperatures, resulting in a peer-reviewed joint publication.

    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Mechanical Engineer
      • May 2018 - Feb 2019

      • Designed and executed tests to evaluate the performance of motorcycle systems such as suspension, braking, and tire alignment. • Resolved tire misalignment issues by designing an in-house laser wheel alignment rig. • Designed and executed tests to evaluate the performance of motorcycle systems such as suspension, braking, and tire alignment. • Resolved tire misalignment issues by designing an in-house laser wheel alignment rig.

    • Iran
    • Higher Education
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Student Research Assistant
      • Sep 2016 - Feb 2019

      • Collaborated in 2 research teams to conduct literature research as well as FEM simulation related to thin film coatings as well as failure of turbine blades and turbine casing, resulting in 3 peer-reviewed publications. • Provided general laboratory support, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting, to ensure optimal performance and accuracy of lab equipment such as the four-point bending machine, tensile test apparatus, Vickers hardness tester, and muffle furnace. • Collaborated in 2 research teams to conduct literature research as well as FEM simulation related to thin film coatings as well as failure of turbine blades and turbine casing, resulting in 3 peer-reviewed publications. • Provided general laboratory support, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting, to ensure optimal performance and accuracy of lab equipment such as the four-point bending machine, tensile test apparatus, Vickers hardness tester, and muffle furnace.

    • Iran
    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Support Mechanical Engineer Expert
      • Oct 2014 - Sep 2015

      • Oversaw the production process of automotive braking components, ensuring a smoothly-running production line of 9 as well as adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company specifications. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including production, supply chain, quality control and quality assurance, to ensure successful implementation of new designs such as braking calipers and braking oil reservoir and improvements to existing products. • Design 3D models and 2D drawings of new components using Catia and AutoCAD as well as preparing engineering specifications for the existing products. Show less

Education

  • University West
    Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Tribology
    2019 - 2023
  • University of Zanjan
    Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering
    2015 - 2017
  • University of Zanjan
    Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
    2009 - 2014

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