Vaishali Jagannath
About Vaishali Jagannath
Vaishali Jagannath is a Manager of Research and Development in Materials Science, specializing in material characterization for fatigue and damage tolerance in gas turbine and manufacturing sectors. She has extensive experience in carbide product development and holds advanced degrees in Materials Science from National Institute of Technology Karnataka and Mangalore University.
Current Role at Kennametal
Vaishali Jagannath serves as the Manager of Research and Development in Materials Science at Kennametal. She has held this position since 2016, contributing to advancements in material characterization, particularly in fatigue and damage tolerance within the gas turbine and manufacturing sectors. Her role involves overseeing research initiatives and applying her expertise in material science to enhance product performance.
Previous Experience at Kennametal
Prior to her current role, Vaishali worked at Kennametal as an Assistant Manager from 2010 to 2016. During her six years in this position, she gained valuable experience in materials science and contributed to various projects focused on material properties and applications in industrial contexts.
Educational Background
Vaishali Jagannath holds a Master of Technology in Materials Science, which she earned from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka between 2006 and 2008. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science in Materials Science from Mangalore University from 2004 to 2006. Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in materials engineering principles.
Expertise in Materials Science
Vaishali possesses extensive knowledge in powder metallurgy, specifically related to carbides, steel, and heat treatment processes. She has a strong focus on wear-resistant coatings and carbide coatings, which are critical in various manufacturing applications. Her expertise also extends to carbide product and process development, particularly in selecting materials for metal cutting inserts and metal forming dies.
Certifications and Methodologies
Vaishali is certified as a Six Sigma Green Belt, demonstrating her proficiency in quality management and process improvement methodologies. She utilizes statistical analysis tools such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Six Sigma in her research and development activities, ensuring robust and efficient processes.