About
Nikhil Kulkarni, the Metallurgist, is dedicated to showcasing his expertise in the steel industry. This is the space to learn more about his journey, the services and products he offers, and what sets him apart in the field of metallurgy. Discover how his passion for steel drives innovation and excellence.
Education
2010 - 2012
University of North Texas
I earned my Master's degree in Material Sciences from the University of North Texas, where I gained extensive research experience in advanced material processing and characterization techniques. My thesis focused on the presence of the icosahedral phase in Ti-Ni-Fe-Si alloys deposited using Laser Engineered Net Shaping (LENSTM). I produced gradient samples, performed laser glazing at different power levels, and utilized XRD and SEM analyses to identify the phases formed. Additionally, as a Graduate Research Assistant, I investigated the hot deformation behavior of 2205 Duplex Stainless Steel, conducting hot compression tests and establishing parameters for dynamic recovery and recrystallization. My research assistantship further honed my skills as I worked on Ti-based alloys, linking microstructural features with mechanical properties, and gaining hands-on experience with advanced instrumentation such as Electric Discharge Machining, Scanning Electron Microscopy, and Transmission Electron Microscopy.
2006 - 2010
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical and Materials Technology, with specialized training in various key areas including Steel Making, Foundry, Powder Metallurgy, Casting, Welding, Mining, and Extractions. My academic projects have provided me with hands-on experience in cutting-edge techniques and innovative research. Notably, I conducted a project on the "Decomposition studies from photocatalysis of Cold Gas Sprayed Titanium Oxide over Titanium substrate," where I successfully sprayed TiO2 powder onto titanium plates using a novel Cold-Gas Spraying technique. This project demonstrated that the photocatalytic decomposition of dichloroacetic acid (DCA) on these surfaces was more effective compared to sol-gel processed TiO2 layers. Additionally, I studied the durability of plasma-sprayed Thermal Barrier Coated Ni-Based Superalloy (GTM) 263 A, where I performed extensive isothermal heat-treatment studies over periods ranging from 30 to 300 hours. My findings revealed significant morphological and microstructural changes, including spalling at higher time intervals due to the thickening of thermally grown oxides. These projects underscore my expertise in advanced material processing and analysis, highlighting my capability to contribute to innovative solutions in the field of materials technology.