Hello there! I am a researcher and engineer in material science and engineering. I am pursuing Ph.D. under the mentorship of Dr. Rajiv S Mishra at the University of North Texas.
My research focus lies in design and developmenet of process-specific Al alloys suitable for cable application, with a primary goal of enhancing both strength and electrical conductivity through a novel solid-state process known as solid stir extrusion (SSE) technique. I use ICME approach to optimize composition of Al alloys, and process parameters with the objective to establish a comprehensive understanding of process-structure-properties-performace relationship. My primary goal revolves around enhancing alloying efficiency and investigating the impact of carbon addition on both strength and electrical conductivity in Al alloys.
In addition to my previous work, I also contribute to the additive manufacturing of high-temperature Al alloys using both solid-state and fusion-based processing techniques. Specifically, I have been actively engaged in depositing various high-temperature Al alloys through additive friction stir processes (MELD). I also play role in designing high strength Al alloys specifically suited for fusion-based additive manufacturing methods, with a particular focus on wire arc additive manufacturing.
Advanced Technical Skills:
My research focus lies in design and developmenet of process-specific Al alloys suitable for cable application, with a primary goal of enhancing both strength and electrical conductivity through a novel solid-state process known as solid stir extrusion (SSE) technique. I use ICME approach to optimize composition of Al alloys, and process parameters with the objective to establish a comprehensive understanding of process-structure-properties-performace relationship. My primary goal revolves around enhancing alloying efficiency and investigating the impact of carbon addition on both strength and electrical conductivity in Al alloys.
In addition to my previous work, I also contribute to the additive manufacturing of high-temperature Al alloys using both solid-state and fusion-based processing techniques. Specifically, I have been actively engaged in depositing various high-temperature Al alloys through additive friction stir processes (MELD). I also play role in designing high strength Al alloys specifically suited for fusion-based additive manufacturing methods, with a particular focus on wire arc additive manufacturing.
Advanced Technical Skills:
- Hands-on with electron microscopy including SEM/EDS/EBSD.
- TEM and APT sample preparation using dual beam focused ion beam (FIB).
- APT data reconstruction and analysis, and basic operations of the local electrode atom probe (LEAP).
- Mechanical characterizations employing methods of machining (CNC, EDM), Tensile testing, Vickers hardness, and Creep tests.
- Micromechanical testing and analysis using Nanoindentation technique.
- Phase identification techniques including XRD and Raman Spectroscopy.
I am fortunate to have been associated with the following wonderful collaborators: Kumar Kandasamy (Enabled Engineering), Brandon McWilliams and Kyu C. Cho (ARL), and Jim Lua (GEM), and Sean Langan (Solvus Global).
Before pursuing my graduate studies, I earned a bachelor's degree in Metallurgical and Materials engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jaipur where I ranked among the top 10 students in the class of 80.
Please feel free to connect with me. I welcome opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions, collaborations, and networking within the materials science and engineering community!!
Before pursuing my graduate studies, I earned a bachelor's degree in Metallurgical and Materials engineering from Malaviya National Institute of Technology (NIT), Jaipur where I ranked among the top 10 students in the class of 80.
Please feel free to connect with me. I welcome opportunities to engage in meaningful discussions, collaborations, and networking within the materials science and engineering community!!
