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SUNIL KUMAR skriit77@gmail.com

+91-9653235685

RAWAT Bengaluru, India 560045

SUMMARY Skilled researcher specialized in Fundamental Modeling and Equivalent Circuit Networks
(ECNs) for cell & battery simulation, with a strong background in cell life prediction and
degradation mechanisms. Currently employed at Exide Energy Solutions, focusing on cell
simulation and modeling for safety and new cell design. Proven ability to conduct impactful
research, having contributed to a total of 4 publications in academia and industry.
Experienced in translating research into impact, with 2 patents currently under consideration
in collaboration with industry partners/employer. Recognized by previous employers with
"Excellence Award" and "Driving Positive Change Award" for creating cell simulation models
in Python from scratch under limited guidance. Held multiple positions of responsibility and
received recognition for leadership roles during my tenure at IIT Delhi. Passionate about
research, building conceptual clarity & clear communication, and problem-solving.

EDUCATION Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D) - New Delhi, India

B. Tech & M. Tech in Chemical Engineering, 07/2017
B.Tech CGPA: 7.7/10
M.Tech CGPA: 8.9/10

RESEARCH & MANAGER- CELL MODELLING & SIMULATION | 05/2023 to Current

Exide Energy Solutions Ltd - Bengaluru, India
INDUSTRY
EXPERIENCES • Working on cell simulation & modelling for cell safety, new cell design &
development suitable for Indian environmental conditions
• Developing inhouse Multiphysics coupled electrical-thermal-degradation model in
Python for new cell design, estimation of electrical & thermal performance of cells
with multiple chemistries & form factors, identifying degradation mechanism &
warranty estimation
• Designing experiments for validation & parameterization of ECMs with existing cells;
building ECM model for futuristic lithium-ion cells with higher nickel content
• Devising cell strategy for upcoming Lithium-ion cell chemistries and form factors
suitable for 2W, 3W and 4W battery applications
Patent:
• Coupled Multiphysics electrical- thermal model in Python is under review for its
suitability as a patent (for method uniqueness)

BATTERY CONSULTANT | 06/2022 to 04/2023

Imperial Consultants (ICON) - London, United Kingdom
• Studied the effect of cell design (including form factor and tab design), as well as
operating conditions, such as cycling rate on the electrical and thermal
performance of cell for different cooling strategies (natural convection, tab/surface
cooling, all tab cooling etc.) using ECN modelling to inform cell design for industry
clients

RESEARCH ASSISTANT-ESE GROUP | 01/2022 to 04/2023

Imperial College London - London, United Kingdom
• Integrated extended Kalman filters (EKFs) for accurate estimation of State of Charge
(SoC), Temperature and State of Health (SoH) of dual jellyroll prismatic form factor
lithium-ion cell into distributed thermal & electrical Equivalent Circuit Network (ECN)
model
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• Performed degradation mode analysis & dVdQ analysis to identify the modes of
degradation for Li-ion cells (diagnostic models)
• Integrated DMA into integrated code; validated the final model under constant load
& drive cycle conditions at different aging levels
• Analyzed experimental cell aging, cell characterization, RPTs, GITT & AMPP data for
its use in model parametrization & validation
• Contributed & restructured the ECN code for its publication as an open-source
modelling framework (named as PyECN) for Lithium-ion cell simulation
• Generated results for multiple form factors; prepared & reviewed the PyECN paper
draft*
• Contributed to the latest work being done to Improve SOC estimation through
degradation mode analysis for cells with silicon doped negative electrodes;
preparing the paper draft** for its publication; work is of great significance owing to
its innovative approach
Publications:
• *Shen Li, Sunil Kumar Rawat, Tao Zhu, Gregory J Offer, Monica Marinescu. “Python-
based Equivalent Circuit Network (PyECN) Model-ling Framework for Lithium-ion
Batteries”. https://doi.org/10.31224/2972 (Preprint). Presented in ABP conference’23
• **Shen Li, Niall Kirkaldy, Sunil Rawat, Gregory Offer, Monica Marinescu. “Improved
SOC estimation through degradation mode analysis for cells with silicon doped
negative electrodes” (Paper draft in progress)
Patent:
• A patent on “SoC estimation using EKF algorithm in ECNs” with the industrial partner is
ready for filing and under final review

DEPUTY MANAGER- ADVANCE BATTERY CHEMISTRY (R&D) | 11/2019 to 12/2021

Mahindra Electric Pvt Ltd - Bengaluru, India
• Understood BMS requirements, defined modelling scope, reviewed P2D models,
devised & documented cell modelling strategies
• Created multi-scale electrochemical-thermal-aging model to predict cell life,
SOC*/SOH/thermal/aging behavior of Li cells in Python
• Validated electrochemical-thermal-aging model using experimental results at
varying ambient conditions & charge discharge C-rates
• Defined testing requirements, performed cell/module testing, analyzed test data to
parametrize and validate developed cell modelInterpreted and quantified
degradation modes viz SEI, Li-plating, particle fracture & isolation to predict power
fade & capacity fade
• Performed cell teardown, analyzed teardown results to identify critical parameters &
degradation modes; refined developed model
• Reviewed literature, elucidated fundamentals & identified critical conditions
responsible for cell degradation using developed model
• Worked cross-functionally to fulfill BMS requirements related to fast charging by
considering degradation modes & thermal design
• Devised cell and battery control strategies using modelling to fulfill battery
performance requirements & to optimize cell life
Awards:
• Received “Excellence Award” & “Driving Positive Change Award” for model creation
from scratch under limited guidance
Publication:
• *Published paper-“Accurate estimation of SOC using ROM” in ITEC'21.
https://doi.org/10.1109/ITEC-India53713.2021.9932464

JUNIOR MANAGER – BUSINESS STRATEGY- RENEWABLES | 05/2019 to 10/2019

JSW Energy Ltd - Mumbai, India
• Formulated strategy for new businesses (solar, wind & hydro energy); reviewed with
top management & set execution targets
• Coordinated and liaised with vendors, execution team & corporate office; resolved
hurdles in execution & proposed solutions
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JUNIOR MANAGER- EV BATTERY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT | 07/2017 to 04/2019

JSW Energy Ltd - Mumbai, India
• Conducted comprehensive assessment of global and Indian EV market,
benchmarking components against competitors
• Collaborated with a leading consulting firm to prepare a battery business plan and
provide insights on EV acceptability in India
• Developed technical specifications, performance targets, and cost requirements for
EV battery & PWT components
• Managed RFI/RFQ process, evaluated technical & commercial proposals from ESPs,
and coordinated project execution
• Defined pack size, dimensions, range, cooling requirements, and evaluated &
selected Li-ion cell suppliers for battery assembly

INTERN TRAINEE- RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | 05/2015 to 07/2015

TATA Steel Ltd - Jamshedpur, India
• Proposed & formulated alternative hydrolyzing agent based low cost, eco-friendly,
anticorrosive hybrid Silane coatings
• Analyzed experimental results of ASTM standard test methods such as FTIR, EIS, SST
(Salt Spray Test) & OLS
• Reduced iron corrosion rate by 75% and coating application time by 50%; increased
longevity of iron by 100%; reduced 20% cost

ACCOMPLISHMENTS HRD Scholarship

• Awarded Scholarship from Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt of India for
academic purposes (May'16-Jun'17)
International Conference
• Presented Master's Thesis Research work in an International Conference ISCRE25 held in
Florence, Italy (May'18)

MASTER'S THESIS NOx Emission control in H2 Engines using SNR: Kinetic Analysis- MATLAB Model (July'16-July'17)
• Highlighted & deduced conditions for preventing NO formation; Achieved >90% NOx
reduction at optimized operating conditions
Publication:
• Published a highest impact factor research paper by an ungraduated chemical
engineering student in India. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cej.2018.10.080

POSITIONS OF Manager & Mentor, Avanti Fellows (May'14-Apr'16)

• Led a team of 20; mentored 30+ underprivileged JEE aspirants
RESPONSIBILITIES &
Creative Coordinator, TRYST (Nov'14-Mar'15)
EXTRA CURRICULAR • Led a team of 8; conceived & created 'Dexter' themed 3-D models
ACTIVITIES Sports (2014-2016)
• Gold Medal & Silver Medal in Inter Hostel Hockey ('15-'16) & Cricket'14
Green Warrior, NSS (2015-2016)
• Implemented strategies & reduced food, electricity, water wastage of Hostel
Hostel Management (2013)
• Awarded 'Significant Contribution to Hostel Management', Kumaon Hostel, IIT Delhi

SKILLS, TOOLS, Mathematical Courses Tools & Softwares

• Differential Equations (ODE's & PDE's), • Python, MATLAB, COMSOL, Auto-Lion, FTIR,
RELEVANT COURSES,
Numerical Analysis, Probability and EIS
INTERESTS Stochastic Processes

Engineering Courses Languages:

• Fundamentals of LIBs & Fuel Cells, Advance
Transport Phenomenon, Chemical Reaction
Engineering, Planning & Design of
experiments, Material Science, Membrane
Science & Engineering
• English, Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi
Interests:
• Gymming, Yoga, Painting, Hindi Poetry