Akshata Yavagal

Akshata Yavagal is an Engineer specializing in Structural CAE & Innovation at Henkel since May 2022, focusing on topology optimization for structural inserts in automotive applications. Prior experience includes research and development work during a Master Thesis at Envision Energy from March 2021 to January 2022, involving parameter optimization using R programming and Ansys APDL, as well as an internship concentrating on fatigue fractures in gears. Akshata has a background in static analysis and parameterization as a Research Assistant at TU Bergakademie Freiberg from December 2019 to May 2020. Previous roles also include Assistant Engineer at AXISCADES, where involvement included working on Airbus designs, and internships at TATA Marcopolo Motors Ltd. and Parker Hannifin, focusing on training module creation and filter plate testing, respectively. Akshata holds a Master's degree in Materials Science from TU Bergakademie Freiberg and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from B V B College of Engineering & Technology.