Vipin Kumar
About Vipin Kumar
Vipin Kumar is an R&D Associate Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in aerospace engineering, with a Ph.D. from The University of Tokyo and extensive experience in research and project management.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Vipin Kumar currently serves as an R&D Associate Staff Scientist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to various research initiatives in Knoxville, Tennessee. His role involves overseeing multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating effective multitasking abilities. His expertise in research and development supports the laboratory's mission to advance scientific knowledge and technology.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Before his current role, Vipin Kumar worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory as a Material Scientist in Additive Manufacturing and Composite Processing from 2018 to 2020. During this two-year tenure, he focused on the development and application of advanced materials, enhancing the laboratory's capabilities in innovative manufacturing techniques.
Postdoctoral Research at The University of Tokyo
Vipin Kumar was a Postdoctoral Researcher at The University of Tokyo from 2016 to 2018. This two-year experience in Tokyo, Japan, allowed him to engage in advanced research in aerospace engineering, furthering his expertise in the field. His time at the university contributed to his strong publication record.
Education and Academic Background
Vipin Kumar earned his Master’s Degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 2010 to 2012. He then pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in the same field at The University of Tokyo, completing his studies from 2013 to 2016. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his research and development work.
Early Career at Larsen & Toubro Power
Vipin Kumar began his professional career at Larsen & Toubro Power, where he worked as a Post Graduate Engineer Trainee (PGET) for eight months in 2012 to 2013. This early experience contributed to his understanding of engineering principles and project management within the power sector.