Dr. Bharat Singh Rawat
About me
Hi, I am Bharat!
I am an experienced researcher with a demonstrated history of working in DC ion source design and its relevant beam diagnostics like Faraday cups, Langmuir probes, emissive probes, thrust pendulums, etc. Presently, I am working at the University of Liverpool /Cockcroft Institute / CERN contributing to the AEgIS project on beam dynamics/ particle trap simulations and development of beam diagnostics.
Get To Know Me
My hobby is my profession and that is why I enjoy going to the laboratory each day and keep working.
Professional History
My Qualifications
April 2023 - Present
University of Liverpool / Cockcroft Institute / CERN
Beam dynamics simulation studies in AEgIS experiment.
March 2018 - June 2018
Radiation Protection Engineer,
Nuvia India Pvt Limited
Scrutinized TLD applications for new and present workers in the plant.
Carried out bioassay sample compliance for all the workers in EMCCR (En-Masse Coolant Channel Replacement) project.
Educated the workmen regarding the optimum utilization of manrem and everyday pep-talks
September 2017-October 2017
Research Intern,
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
Designed a cylindrical tube to analyze the plasma created by the electron beam in atmospheric air at different gas pressures at MIPT.
Carried out simulation in DOZE for temperature rise caused due to electron beam at various gas pressures in a quartz tube.
Validated of the simulation results of temperature rise with suitable experiments
June 2016 - July 2017
National Fusion Program Intern,
Institute for Plasma Research
Designed and developed a 10kW Faraday Cup (FC) for a 14MeV neutron generator used in neutronics experiments at IPR.
Optimized the suppressor electrode design using LORENTZ9.1 and SIMION8.0 to simulate the trajectory of secondary electron
Calculated the optimum flow rate of water in the cooling system using ANSYS (CFX-FLUENT).
Calibrated and validated the designed faraday cup with suitable experiments.
Academic Experience
Research Associate and Visiting Researcher
University of Liverpool / Cockcroft Institute / CERN
April 2023
The work focuses on simulation studies into optimum beam transport from the low energy ELENA ring to the AEgIS experiment, the efficient integration of beam and particle diagnostics, as well as trap injection and particle storage/merging schemes and working with other members of the QUASAR Group and the wider AEgIS collaboration.
PhD,Homi Bhabha National Institute/Institute for Plasma Research
2018-2023
Studies on Extraction of an Ion beam and its Transport from a Multi-Cusp Gridded Ion Source
M.Tech,Nuclear Engineering,Pandit Deendayal Energy University
2015-2017
Related Coursework: Nuclear Fuel Cycle, Radiation Protection and Measurement, Reactor Physics
B.E,Mechanical Engineering,Gujarat Technological University
2009-2014
Related coursework: Machine Design, Manufacturing processes, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics.
St.Xaviers High School, Mirzapur
2004-2009
High School with Physics,Chemistry and Mathematics as major subjects.
Skills
Though working in the professional sector has taught me a lot, some of my skills have come through research, observation, and hard work. If you are looking for someone with expertise in designing, simulations, and data interpretation and analysis of ion sources, it's me!
Data Analysis
Efficient in data analysis using tools such as Matlab and Python. Experienced in writing scripts for data analysis of Langmuir probes, Spectroscopy,and Faraday cups.
CAD design and modelling
2D drafting, 3D modeling, and assembly design experience with SolidWorks. Designed components such as Linecusp ion source, Ring cusp ion source, Wire array, and Faraday cup assembly.
Simulation
Efficient in thermostructural and CFD analysis using SIMSCALE and ANSYS. Expertise in particle trajectory and PIC codes like SIMION8.0, CST studio WARPX ,MADX ,G4Beamline and OPERA-3D.
Publications, Presentations and Talks
May 2024
(Preprint)
The AEgIS Collaboration
Real-time antiproton annihilation vertexing with submicron resolution
May 2024
International Particle Accelerator Conference (Conference Proceedings)
Bharat Singh Rawat, Benjamin Rienacker,Narender Kumar,Carsten P. Welsch and the AEgIS Collaboration
Simulation studies for the confinement of antiprotons for the AEgIS Experiment
March 2024
PhD Thesis
Homi Bhabha National Institute/Institute for Plasma Research/Positive Neutral Beam Injector Group
Bharat Singh Rawat, Thesis Supervisor: Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma
Studies on extraction of an ion beam and its transport from a multicusp gridded ion source
February 2024
Physical Review Letters (Journal)
The AEgIS Collaboration
Positronium Laser Cooling via the 13S−23P Transition with a Broadband Laser Pulse
February 2024
EPJ Quantum Technology (Journal)
The AEgIS Collaboration
M. Volponi, S. Huck, R. Caravita,J. Zielinski, G. Kornakov, G. Kasprowicz,D. Nowicka,T. Rauschendorfer,B. Rienäcker,F. Prelz,M. Auzins,B. Bergmann,P. Burian,R. S. Brusa,A. Camper,F. Castelli,R. Ciuryło,G. Consolati,M. Doser,L. T. Glöggler,Ł. Graczykowski,M. Grosbart,F. Guatieri,N. Gusakova,F. Gustafsson,S. Haider,M. Janik,G. Khatri,Ł. Kłosowski,V. Krumins,L. Lappo,A. Linek,J.Malamant,S. Mariazzi,L. Penasa,V. Petracek,M. Piwiński,S. Pospisil,L. Povolo,S. Rangwala,B. S. Rawat,V. Rodin,O. M. Røhne,H. Sandaker,P. Smolyanskiy,T. Sowiński,D. Tefelski,T. Vafeiadis,C. P. Welsch,T. Wolz,M. Zawada and N. Zurlo.
CIRCUS: an autonomous control system for antimatter, atomic and quantum physics experiments.
September 2023
IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science (Journal)
Bharat Singh Rawat,S.K.Sharma,Bhargav Choksi,V.Prahlad ,U.K.Baruah
December 2022
AIP advances (Journal)
November 2022 (Poster)
International Congress on Plasma Physics (ICPP-2022) At :Gyeongju ,Korea
Bharat Singh Rawat , Sanjeev Kumar Sharma,V.Prahalad and U.K. Baruah
November 2021
International Conference on Ion Sources (Canada-Virtual) (Conference proceedings)
Journal of Physics Conference Series
Bharat Singh Rawat,S.K. Sharma,Bhargav Choksi,P Bharathi,B Sridhar,L N Gupta,D Thakkar,Sanjay Parmar,Prahlad Vattipalle,U.K. Baruah
November 2021
IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science (Journal)
Bharat Singh Rawat,S.K. Sharma,Bhargav Choksi,P. Bharathi,B. Sridhar,L. N. Gupta,D. Thakkar,Sanjay Parmar,Prahlad Vattipalle,U.K. Baruah
2020 IEEE International Conference on Plasma Science (ICOPS)
(Singapore-Virtual)
Bharat Singh Rawat ,S.K.Sharma,V. Prahalad,P. Bharathi,Bhargav Choksi,Sanjay Parmar,U.K. Baruah.
2017 International Conference on Energy, Communication, Data Analytics and Soft Computing (ICECDS)
At: Madras
2017 ANS Student Conference
At: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Closed Uranium Fuel Cycle for long term sustainability of nuclear power in India-Prospects and challenges.
57th Annual Meeting of the Institute of Nuclear Materials Management (INMM 2016)At: Atlanta Volume: 3
Chaitanyamoy Ganguly, Vipin Shukla, Sanchit Sharma,Vivek Pachchigar, Bharat Rawat, and Chintu sharma
25th International Conference on Nuclear Engineering (ICONE-25) At: Shanghai
Design and Simulation of 10kW Faraday Cup for Ion Beam Current Measurement
(Oral Presentation)
What can I offer?
In my role as a dedicated researcher specializing in particle accelerators, ion source design, plasma physics, beam diagnostics, and beam dynamics simulations, I offer a comprehensive suite of services. Leveraging my profound expertise and proficiency in advanced tools like MADX, CST Studio, WARPX, and SIMION, I provide consultation services for refining ion source and particle trap designs, optimizing physics experiments, enhancing beam diagnostics methodologies and simulation consultation, my goal is to offer valuable insights and guidance.
Beyond consultation, I actively contribute to educational outreach. I am well-equipped to conduct seminars for schools, deliver expert lectures, and facilitate outreach talks on a range of captivating topics, including ion sources, electric propulsion, particle accelerators, and more. This commitment reflects my dedication to inspiring and educating the next generation of scientists and enthusiasts, fostering a deeper understanding of these fascinating fields.
Engage with me for a collaborative approach to advancing scientific knowledge, refining research designs, and contributing to educational/outreach initiatives.
With 2023 Nobel laureate Anne L'Huillier
2024 EUPraxia school on Plasma accelerators,Rome,Italy
Staff club chess championship (2021)
Won the chess championship in 2022,2021,2018 and was the runner-up in 2019.
Sketching
Developed a new passion for sketching and painting during the pandemic lockdowns.
Ngel
The first band of our college in 2012.Won a national level band competition.
Music
First performance with an electric guitar at the annual day in 2019.
