NVH specialist , at CEAT limited,India
Mr. Chirag Patel, born on December 20, 1983, in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, is a seasoned expert in Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH), with over 15 years of experience in the automotive and tyre industry. He is currently serving as a Specialist (Senior Manager) at CEAT Ltd., where he leads a team focused on advanced tyre simulation technologies. Chirag is passionate about developing innovative methodologies that merge simulation tools with practical applications, especially in the field of vehicle acoustics, ride performance, and multibody dynamics.
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Education
Chirag Patel holds a Master’s degree in Engineering and began his career in academia as an Assistant Professor at Charotar University of Science and Technology. His strong academic foundation in mechanical engineering and early exposure to teaching has enriched his analytical thinking and shaped his journey in simulation and applied research.
Experience
Mr. Patel brings rich experience from globally recognized organizations such as CEAT Ltd., Apollo Tyres, Tata AutoComp Systems (at FIAT Chrysler), HCL Technologies (at John Deere), and Ingersoll Rand. At CEAT, he is responsible for simulation methodology development, NVH analysis, acoustic modeling, tyre model validation, and automation in simulation workflows. His earlier roles include conducting full-vehicle dynamic analysis, NVH studies, acoustic testing, and simulation process optimization. His career began as a Project Engineer at Ingersoll Rand and later transitioned into academia before moving into core automotive simulation roles.
Research interest
His primary research interest lies in tyre dynamics, NVH behavior, acoustic simulation, and ride handling through tools such as ABAQUS, ADAMS, HyperMesh, Wave6, and MATLAB. Chirag has led pioneering projects on tyre cavity noise, foam tyre development for low in-cabin noise, rolling simulations, and modal-frequency-based analysis for structure-borne sound. His research also involves tyre modeling for MBD simulations, using models like PAC2002, MF-Swift, and F-Tire, validated through vehicle handling simulations.
Awards
Chirag has achieved significant milestones, including leading multiple tyre simulation methodologies and applying for a patent for a foam-based tyre concept aimed at reducing in-cabin noise. He has also contributed to university-industry collaboration projects and has been instrumental in establishing simulation processes and tools used in commercial vehicle and two-wheeler tyre development. These efforts have garnered internal recognitions and strengthened his reputation as a technical leader.
Publications
Title: A waveguide finite element model with geometric nonlinearity and orthotropy to analyse broadband vibrations in a reinforced radial tyre
Authors: M. Londhe, R. Oorath, C.B. Patel (Chirag Bharatbhai Patel), N. Tiwari
Journal: Wave Motion
Indexing: Indexed in Scopus and Web of Science
Citations: 0 (as of now)
Year of Publication: 2025
Conclusion
With a solid foundation in engineering, years of hands-on experience, and a drive for innovation, Mr. Chirag Patel stands out as a leading professional in the CAE/NVH domain. His work at the intersection of engineering design, acoustic simulation, and performance optimization showcases his commitment to excellence and industry advancement. A valuable asset to any research or development initiative, Chirag Patel is a strong candidate for recognition such as the Best Researcher Award 2024.