Printable versionKulkarni Apoorv
Surname: Kulkarni
Name: Apoorv
Research topic: Integrating Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) type 3D printing with Polymer Derived Ceramics.
Tutors: Prof. Gian Domenico Soraru, Prof. Joshua Pearce, Prof.ssa Antonella Motta.
Curriculum Studiorum:
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Master’s degree in Material Science and Engineering with thesis in accelerated corrosion testing of 6000 series Aluminium Alloys for automobile applications in snowy regions. (Michigan Technological University, USA).
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with thesis in manufacturing brake disc rotor from Aluminium Metal Matrix Composite ( University of Pune, India).
Fields of research:
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3D printing process development;
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3D printing polymers;
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Ceramics;
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Polymer derived ceramics;
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Composite Materials;
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Cellular Ceramics;
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Tissue engineering.
Current employment (if any) or main job experiences:
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PhD student (2019 – current);
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Researcher in Michigan Tech’s Open Sustainability Technology (MOST) group (2019-2020).
Future expectations:
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To continue research and development work in 3D printing and make the technology more reachable.
Contact:
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apoorv.kulkarni [at] unitn.it