Vibhor Pandhare
About Vibhor Pandhare
Vibhor Pandhare is a Smart Factory Engineer at Kennametal, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and has a diverse background in data science and engineering across various companies and research institutions.
Work at Kennametal
Vibhor Pandhare has been employed at Kennametal as a Smart Factory Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on implementing advanced manufacturing technologies and smart factory solutions. His experience at Kennametal includes working as a Data Scientist for three months in 2021, where he applied data-driven approaches to enhance operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Vibhor Pandhare earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati - College of Engineering and Applied Science, completing his studies from 2017 to 2021. He also holds a combined Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production, and Industrial Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Indore, which he completed from 2011 to 2016. His academic background includes significant research and projects in machine learning and deep learning applications.
Professional Background
Vibhor Pandhare has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. Prior to his current position, he served as a Research Associate at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, and as a Graduate Student Researcher at the Center for Intelligent Maintenance Systems (IMS) in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has also held internships at companies such as Piaggio Group, Tata Motors, and AVTEC Limited, gaining experience in data analysis and project management.
Achievements
Vibhor Pandhare was recognized with the Innovative Student Projects Award in 2016, which honors the five most innovative engineering theses in India. His work has involved collaboration with notable organizations such as NIST, Mazak, P&G, and Foxconn during his PhD studies. He designed a Cyber-Physical System-based social network of machines for his Master's Thesis, contributing to advancements in intelligent manufacturing.
Interests and Volunteer Work
Outside of his professional endeavors, Vibhor Pandhare is a wildlife enthusiast who enjoys both city life and nature. He appreciates aesthetic design and has a passion for travel. Additionally, he is an occasional poet and volunteers with the Art of Living Foundation, engaging in daily meditation practices.