Balaji,V.Shri.

Area of Expertise
Carbonization of Precursor fibers, Conceptual design of equipment for thermal processing of fibers
Research Interests
Development of high-strength carbon fibers from polymer precursors, Structural investigations of fibrous materials, Melt spinning/ Solution spinning of high tenacity fibers
Academic_Qualification
M.Tech Materials Science from IIT Bombay (2006-2008)
B.Tech Ceramics Technology from Anna University, Chennai (1996-2000)
Professional Experience
Experienced materials scientist with over 20 years of expertise in glass and advanced carbon fiber manufacturing, process development, and technology transfer. Began career at Samcor Glass, Kota, overseeing gas-fired furnace operations and raw material quality control for production of picture tube glass. Transitioned to CSIR - National Aerospace Laboratories, where I played a significant role in establishing and commissioning a pilot-scale integrated facility for standard modulus grade carbon fibers under an ADA-sponsored program.
Contributed to advancing intermediate modulus carbon fibers for aerospace applications via process and equipment modifications. Jointly led the technology transfer efforts to commercial manufacturers and a government agency, successfully securing CEMILAC certification for indigenous carbon fiber. As project leader on multiple sponsored programs, I aided process improvements and equipment innovations, enhancing carbon fiber strength and quality.
Publication (ORCID ID/ Googal Scholar ID/ IRINS ID/ Vidwan ID
Awards and Honors
Group Awards
1) 1. ISAMPE Outstanding design and/or process development for the year 2012 for “Development of Process Technology for Standard Modulus Grade Carbon Fibers and Transfer of Technology to Industry”. - Group Award
2. NAL Technology Shield for outstanding group achievement -2011 titled “Transfer of process know- how for standard modulus grade carbon fibers to industry
Patents
NIL
Research Group
Fiber science group, carbon fiber development research