I am Bibek Shrestha, a dedicated Mechanical Engineer with a passion for product design and machinery. Throughout my growing career, I have delved into various fields including product design and development, electric vehicle technology, additive manufacturing, and renewable energy solutions. My journey in engineering is fueled by a desire to innovate and create solutions that make a positive impact on the world.
Machines have always fascinated me, from their intricate mechanisms to their powerful capabilities. This passion drives me to continually seek out new ways to enhance their efficiency and functionality. Whether it's designing a new product or improving an existing system, my love for machinery is at the heart of everything I do.
My mission is to continue exploring and innovating, leveraging my skills and knowledge to drive positive change. I am particularly passionate about renewable energy and its potential to transform our future. I believe in the power of collaboration and am always open to new ideas and opportunities that foster growth and development.
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Fabricated a robust chassis to ensure durability and safety, employing hands-on fabrication techniques.
Integrated a 48V 500W brushless hub motor and compatible controller, achieving smooth propulsion and enabling a top speed of 40 km/hr with a mileage of 40-60 km/hr.
Developed a versatile three-wheeler hybrid car capable of operating in both petrol and electric modes.
Integrated a 125cc 4-stroke bike engine alongside a 750W BLDC motor, allowing users to choose between traditional combustion power and eco-friendly electric propulsion based on preference and driving conditions.
Go-Kart: FireBall 2.0
FireBall 2.0
Drift
Highlights:
Led the comprehensive design, analysis, and fabrication of a racing go-kart tailored for high-performance applications.
Engineered the go-kart chassis to accommodate a potent 150cc four-stroke bike engine, enabling impressive top speeds of upto 85 km/hr.
Incorporated with adjustable caster angle functionality, allowing for precise customization of the camber angle within a range of 15 degrees to optimize handling and facilitate smooth turning on the racetrack.
Implemented a chain adjustment feature to ensure optimal chain tension and transmission efficiency, enhancing overall performance and reliability during racing competitions.
Bamboo Panel Manufacturing Machine
Bamboo Panel Manufacturing Machine
Fabricated Panel and Testing
Working
Highlights:
Developed and constructed a specialized manufacturing machine for bamboo panel production, featuring automated adhesive application, mat formation, and hydraulic pressing with integrated heating elements.
Conducted thorough strength testing to assess the structural integrity, durability, and versatility of the bamboo panels for diverse applications.
Constructed a high-performance go-kart tailored for racing purposes, equipped with a potent 180cc four-stroke bike engine.
Achieved impressive speeds of upto 75 km/hr, showcasing superior acceleration and handling characteristics on the racetrack.
SuffoSafe: Automatic Bathroom Smoke Evacuation System
SuffoSafe
Highlights:
Led the fabrication of the conceptual design for SuffoSafe, a pioneering safety solution developed in response to a tragic incident involving suffocation in a non-ventilated bathroom.
SuffoSafe kicks into action when it senses too much smoke, quickly getting rid of it to keep people safe.
It's aim is to make bathrooms safer by stopping suffocation accidents caused by poor ventilation.
Go-Kart
Go-Kart
Testing
Highlights:
Constructed a go-kart for racing purposes, equipped with a 125cc four-stroke bike engine.
Achieved speeds of upto 40 km/hr.
Rooftop Windmill
Windmill, Dhankuta
Windmill
Highlights:
Fabricated a small windmill designed for rooftop installation, capable of generating approximately 200W of power, contributing to sustainable energy solutions for buildings.
Featured the windmill to rotate 360 degrees, allowing for automatic adjustment to the direction of wind flow. This feature ensures optimal wind capture and maximizes energy generation efficiency.
Conceptual Prototype Development of Vehicle-Mounted Dust Collector
Dust Collector
Dust Collector on action
Highlights:
Developed a conceptual prototype of a dust collector system integrated into a vehicle, utilizing the vehicle's power to collect dust from highway roads.
Integrated the dust collector with the vehicle's power system, enabling the use of the vehicle's engine to operate the suction mechanism and ensure continuous dust collection during road cleaning operations.
Junk Art: "Knowledge Over Power"
Junk Art: "Knowledge Over Power"
Highlights:
Designed and constructed a junk art sculpture titled "Knowledge Over Power," using mechanical junk to symbolize the theme that knowledge is greater than power.
Collaboratively collected and repurposed mechanical components to create an art piece. The sculpture combines various elements to represent the balance and interplay between knowledge and power.
Minor Projects
Design Projects
Safa Tempo
Highlights:
Design of Safa Tempo which is environment friendly and it remains
dedicated to being a sustainable method of transportation.
Designed a seed potato cold store with a focus on maintaining optimal storage conditions through calculations of cooling loads, accounting for insulation, ambient temperature, desired storage temperature and humudity.
The refrigerated equipment was chosen based on the estimated cooling load and storage requirements, with an emphasis on energy efficiency and efficient temperature control to preserve seed potatoes.
Designed a comprehensive firefighting system for the building, incorporating both fire sprinklers and fire hydrant standpipes strategically positioned for maximum coverage and efficiency in suppressing fires.
Conducted hydraulic calculations to optimize water distribution and pressure within the fire sprinkler and hydrant standpipe systems
Conducted comprehensive calculations to assess the heating load of the building, considering factors such as insulation, ambient temperature, and desired room temperature.
Plan layout of split AC system in multistory building.
Conducted a literature review on heat pump dryer systems for agricultural products and designed a custom system
for drying oyster mushrooms, considering optimal temperature, humidity, and product attributes.
Selected components like heat exchangers, compressors, and evaporators based on performance, cost, and
compatibility to create an efficient heat pump dryer tailored to the mushroom drying process.
Design and fabrication of a prototype manufacturing machine tailored for bamboo panel production.
Designed and implemented an automated adhesive application system, mat formation system and hydraulic pressingsystem integrated with heating elements.
Conducted comprehensive strength tests on the produced bamboo panels to evaluate their structural integrity, durability, and suitability for various applications.
MechTRIX 8.0: 8th National Mechanical Engineering Exhibition
Winner: +2 B.E. Design Competition
MechTRIX X: 10th National Mechanical Engineering Exhibition
Winner: Go-Kart League
MechTRIX 2079
Winner: Go-Kart League
MechTRIX 2080
2nd Runner Up: 3D Design Hackathon
MechTRIX 2080
Family 👨👩👧👦
My father is a respected lecturer at Tribhuvan University. He is incredibly supportive and a constant motivator, always encouraging me to pursue my dreams and achieve my best.
Om Bahadur Shrestha
Father
My mother is the heart and soul of our family. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support have been a source of strength and inspiration for all of us.
Jaya Laxmi Shrestha
Mother
My sister is the public service officer, a dedicated LAB Technologist at Bir Hospital. She is loving, caring, and always supportive, making her an indispensable part of our family.