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Vipin Kumar

Vipin Kumar

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    R&D Scientist at ORNL, Ph.D. (U-Tokyo), M.Tech (IIT B), Enabled first large-scale AM-CM technology, expert in multi-functional composites.

  • Education

    • The University of Tokyo

      2013 - 2016
      Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering

      PhD Thesis Titled- “Development of Polyaniline (PANI)-Based Conductive Thermosetting Matrix for FRPs and Their Structural Applications” • A highly conductive thermosetting matrix was developed, which was used to prepare electrically conductive composites. • Our team demonstrated for the first time that conductive CFRPs can withstand lightning strikes without any additional protection.• I wrote various project proposals with supervisor.• Machines operated : SEM, FT-IR, UV-Vis… Show more PhD Thesis Titled- “Development of Polyaniline (PANI)-Based Conductive Thermosetting Matrix for FRPs and Their Structural Applications” • A highly conductive thermosetting matrix was developed, which was used to prepare electrically conductive composites. • Our team demonstrated for the first time that conductive CFRPs can withstand lightning strikes without any additional protection.• I wrote various project proposals with supervisor.• Machines operated : SEM, FT-IR, UV-Vis, UTM, Rheometer, DSC, TGA, LCR meter & microscopes.• Composite manufacturing techniques used : RTM process, Hand-layup, Autoclave and Compression molding.• I published 3 journal paper and 6 conference paper during 2 years 10 months of my PhD course. Show less

    • Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

      2010 - 2012
      Master’s Degree Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering

      Thesis Title- “Vibrations Characteristics Of Periodic Structures: Application To Railway Track” • I used periodic structures theory to filter out the unwanted frequencies during wave propagation in railway tracks. "The structures which are made of single unit cell by repetition are known as periodic structures" • By applying periodic boundary conditions, I simulated the whole structure by studying just a single unit cell. • An eigenvalue problem was developed & solved for… Show more Thesis Title- “Vibrations Characteristics Of Periodic Structures: Application To Railway Track” • I used periodic structures theory to filter out the unwanted frequencies during wave propagation in railway tracks. "The structures which are made of single unit cell by repetition are known as periodic structures" • By applying periodic boundary conditions, I simulated the whole structure by studying just a single unit cell. • An eigenvalue problem was developed & solved for single 1-D periodic beam (Euler) using periodic structure theory with the help of Matlab coding. • Solution of eigenvalue problem yield the dispersion curve (filtering behavior) and results were verified numerically using ANSYS, FEM software. • This periodic structure theory was used to design a simplified railway tracks to filter the unwanted vibrations from railway tracks for more smooth train ride. Show less

  • Experience

    • Larsen & Toubro Power

      Jun 2012 - Feb 2013
      PGET

      Department: Advanced Composite Project Management Group. • I worked on few projects right from the procurement of the raw material to the dispatch of the final product. I learned many composite manufacturing techniques like RTM, Filament Winding, Prepreg, Hand/Wet Lay Up and Vacuum Bagging. • I also worked on development of a E-glass fiber with specific sizing for better compatibility with the epoxy resin. I also prepared the technical specification documents for the same.• I was in-charge of setting-up an in-house laboratory to characterize the reinforcement materials i.e. glass and carbon fibers. Show less

    • The University of Tokyo

      Oct 2016 - Nov 2018
      Postdoctoral Researcher

      • During my postdoctoral research in U-Tokyo, I developed a new electrically conductive adhesive polymer composite. • CFRP/GFRP coated with this polymer coating showed improved lightning strike damage resistance. • I worked extensively on polymer development using various thermoplastics and thermosetting polymer systems. • During the postdoc, I designed and performed many electrical, mechanical and rheological experiments. • I was also responsible for performing material characterization including DSC, TGA, FTIR, UV-Vis and SEM. • The material I developed has shown potential to replace metal-based lightning strike protection system with an all-polymeric system. All in all, I earned adequate skills to design, manufacture and analyze a composite structure thoroughly. Show less

    • Oak Ridge National Laboratory

      Dec 2018 - now

      Material Scientist (Dec 2018-Onwards).Title- “Material Scientist in Additive Manufacturing (3-D printing) and composites processing”• Advancement of current 3-D printing technology for polymer composite systems. • Development of unique multi-material systems for large-scale additive manufacturing.• Characterization of discontinuous fiber composites. • Development of low-cost carbon fiber and studying the effects of sizing.Responsibilities- • Utilize knowledge of composite materials to advance rapid manufacturing techniques. • Developing multi-material composite manufacturing using AM and traditional manufacturing processes.• Finding the market for low-cost carbon fibers. Show less

      • R&D Staff Scientist

        Apr 2023 - now

      • R&D Associate Staff Scientist

        Aug 2020 - Apr 2023

      • Material Scientist in Additive Manufacturing and Composite Processing

        Dec 2018 - Jul 2020

    • University of Washington

      Nov 2023 - now
      Affiliate Professor

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      2021 AWARDS FOR COMPOSITES EXCELLENCE (ACE) WINNER CAMX – The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo Oct 2021 Design: Innovation in Green Composites DesignAdditively Manufactured Foam Biocomposites for Lightweight Structural Applications
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      SAMPE 2021 Young Professional Emerging Leadership Award (under age 35) The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE®) Jul 2021
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      Finalist of Awards for Composite Excellence (ACE Award) 2020 CAMX 2020 Sep 2020
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      2019 Outstanding Technical Paper Award, Best in Track: Advance in Materials CAMX Sep 2019
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      Finalist of Awards for Composite Excellence (ACE Award) 2019 CAMX 2019 Sep 2019
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      Winner of U-Tokyo 1000k research to business idea competition The University of Tokyo Jun 2018
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      Best Paper Award for "Development of CFRP with improved lightning damage resistance" International conference on lightning & static electricity Sep 2017
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship for Ph.D MEXT Apr 2013
    • Awarded to Vipin Kumar
      MHRD India Scholarship for Master's MHRD India Jul 2010