ABOUT ME
I am currently working at Nanoscience Instruments to provide mechanical characterization solutions to our customers across industry and academia. I specialize in SEM, TEM, nanoindentation, ion milling, electrospinning, and nanoparticle generation.
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Sub 1000 nm nanomechanical characterization for material (metals, ceramics, polymers) property, microstructural evolution, and failure analysis using nanoindentation, tensile test, SEM, EDS, and TEM
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Sub 100 nm nanofiber production for filters/masks, core-shell fibers, and pharma API delivery using electrospinning
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Sub 10 nm nanoparticles for catalysis, sensors, batteries, additive manufacturing, and healthcare using spark ablation, Raman spectroscopy and TEM
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
Industry/Applications:
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Aerospace - micro thrusters, thermal barrier coatings, superalloys
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Semiconductor - thin films deposition, MEMS devices, shear strength of solder joints
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Nanofibers - tensile testing
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Thin films - functional/anti-wear/abrasion coatings
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Polymers - shore hardness, viscoelasticity
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Composites and Ceramics - bio-inspired design
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Pharmaceutical - encapsulation, fracture toughness
Research:
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Fracture/Fatigue analyses in material interfaces
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High-Temperature property characterization in alloys/polymers
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Biomimetic materials thermal-mechanical analysis
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Finite element analysis
2013-2016
Purdue University, West Lafayette
Doctor of Philosophy
School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering
Advisor: Dr. Vikas Tomar
Thesis: Interfacial Mechanical Strength Characterization in Multilayered Materials via Nanoscale Impact and Nano Mechanical Raman Spectroscopy Experiments
2011-2012
Purdue University, West Lafayette
Master of Science
School of Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering
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2007 - 2011
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India
Bachelor of Technology
Aerospace Engineering
LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND OTHER INTERESTS
​​Purdue Graduate Student Government (PGSG)
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Vice President (External) 2015-16
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Secretary, 2014-15
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Chair, Academic and Professional Development, 2013-14
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Senator, 2012-14
Boiler Out Leader, International Programs
Aero Assist
International Student Ambassador
Asian Pacific American Caucus
Toastmasters
Tau Beta Pi - The Engineeing Honor Society
Student Representative
Provost's Outstanding Graduate Mentor Selection Committee
Martin C. Jischke Outstanding International Student Selection Committee
College of Engineering Events Committee
Faculty Senate Student Affairs Committee
West Lafayette City Council
Recreational Skills/Interests
Salsa, Swing and Break Dance
Indie Movies / Indie Pop Music
Running / Yoga
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