Saurav Kambil

Saurav Kambil

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering @ Carnegie Mellon University

Teaching

I have a deep passion for teaching, and I've embraced every opportunity to do so during my studies at Carnegie Mellon University. Being a teaching assistant for over a year has rekindled my connection with mechanical engineering. More than just fulfilling my duties, I aim to ignite a similar passion for mechanics in the undergraduates I teach. I've had the privilege of teaching fundamental mechanics courses to sophomores and juniors, a journey that's as rewarding for me as it is educational for them.

24370 - Mechanical Design: Methods and Applications - Prof. Rahul Panat

Undergraduate Course, Carnegie Mellon University, Mechanical Engineering Department, 2023

Course Description

This course represents the culmination of a three-semester sequence integrating the principles of mechanics with practical design projects. Building upon the foundation laid in the preceding courses, it offers an in-depth examination of load conditions, stresses, and deformations in essential machine elements like shafts, gears, power screws, and fasteners. Students delve into the design and application of these components, considering static and dynamic failure modes, material properties, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. Theoretical concepts are linked with analytical methods, computational tools, and real-world design considerations. Academic understanding is evaluated through homework, exams, and group projects, culminating in a comprehensive learning experience.

24262 - Mechanics II: 3D Design - Prof. Chris McComb

Undergraduate course, Carnegie Mellon University, Mechanical Engineering, 2023

Course Description

This course, the second in a three-semester sequence, blends mechanical principles with hands-on design projects. Students advance from 2D statics to analyzing 3D engineering systems, focusing on connections, internal loads, and friction. Topics include shear stress, shear strain, torsion, multiaxial stresses, stress transformations, and simple failure criteria. The curriculum emphasizes teamwork, hands-on and computational design projects, particularly in stress and failure analysis of 3D systems. Key skills developed include sketching ideas, interpreting and creating engineering drawings, CAD modeling, CAE tool-based performance analysis, material and manufacturing selection, and prototype creation and testing. The course aims to build comprehensive design skills, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application.