Mohammed Khalifa
Klagenfurt
Summary
Dynamic materials researcher with over 10 years of experience, including 7 years in R&D focused on polymers, composites, and material science. Expertise in managing projects from initial concept to successful implementation, consistently delivering innovative solutions that enhance material performance and adhere to rigorous industry standards. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, fostering an environment of creativity and technical excellence. Committed to bridging the gap between laboratory innovations and practical applications, driving advancements that meet the evolving needs of the industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Consultant (Part time)
Stay-at-Home Parent
07.2025 - Current
- Providing expert advice to clients on materials-related issues, including material selection, processing and performance.
- Assisting in the design and development of new composite materials, including material selection and processing.
SENIOR RESEARCHER
Kompetenzzentrum Holz GmbH
10.2019 - 06.2025
- R and D in material science and engineering (Polymers, composite, nanomaterials, metal oxides, fibers).
- Develop and optimize material formulations through laboratory trials advanced analytical techniques.
- Managing or contributing to multi-partner research or industrial collaborations
- Developing nano electronics sensors for process control of manufacturing composite production for aerospace interiors and wind turbine blades.
- R&D in Nanomaterials, Metal oxides, Polymers, Semiconductor materials, Project Manager, 3D CAD/CAM.
- Material Characterization, testing (DT, NDT, and NDE) and qualification of resins, prepregs and composites.
- Engineered and optimized advanced sustainable composite structures for aerospace interiors and wind turbine blades.
- Process monitoring concepts, risk analyses, testing and specifications.
- Developing new ideas, acquiring project funds and contributing to international journals, conferences, and patents.
RESEARCHER
Kompetenzzentrum Holz GmbH
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed lightweight materials and bio-based resins (TPU, Epoxy, Furan etc.) for wind turbine blades.
- Developed and deployed online health monitoring sensor for rotor blades to enhance performance and safety.
- Conducted extensive testing and analysis to improve material durability under extreme conditions.
- Performed coupon testing, failure analysis and carrying out full spectrum of material testing.
ASST PROFESSOR
SIET
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Course Instructor
- Performed material characterization and Testing.
Education
Ph.D. - Materials Engineering
National Institute of Technology
01.2019
M. Tech - Machine Design Engg
Visvesvaraya Technological University
01.2014
Bachelor (B.E) - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
01.2012
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Raichur
01.2009
Skills
- Materials Science
- Polymeric Materials
- Battery
- 3D CAD (Solid Works)
- Process Control
- Coatings
- Sensors and smart materials
- Nanotechnology
- Materials characterization
- Bio-based materials
- Project management
- Mechanical Design
- Six Sigma
- DOE/FEA
- Aerospace materials
- Polymers/fibers
- Smart materials/surfaces
- Surface treatments
Certification
- Developed process control monitoring using newly developed sensors and advanced characterization tools for composite production in aerospace industry.
- Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- NCERT Doctoral Fellowship India and State Fellowship for Senior Research Fellow from the Government of Karnataka 2018.
- Best Oral paper presentation award; 4 times the highest read and downloaded paper of the year from reputed journals (Wiley and Elsevier).
- Internship on Failure analysis of metals
- Senior Researcher and Project Lead: The ERDF Project "Smarter Leichtbau 4.0" is one of the 25 flagship projects.
- Secured First Rank in Masters Degree in the Institute.
- Secured Project funding for “Sustainable wind turbine blade manufacturing and scaling up for Domestic use” from New Age Innovation Network (NAIN) project in Karnataka India 2025.
- Served as Students General Secretary 2005-2006 Government Polytechnic Raichur.
LANGUAGES
English
German
Kannada
Urdu
Hindi
Timeline
Research Consultant (Part time)
Stay-at-Home Parent
07.2025 - Current
SENIOR RESEARCHER
Kompetenzzentrum Holz GmbH
10.2019 - 06.2025
RESEARCHER
Kompetenzzentrum Holz GmbH
01.2019 - 09.2019
ASST PROFESSOR
SIET
04.2014 - 12.2014
M. Tech - Machine Design Engg
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bachelor (B.E) - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Government Polytechnic Raichur
Ph.D. - Materials Engineering
National Institute of Technology
PUBLICATIONS
- International Journals: 47
- Conferences: 20
- Patents: 01
- Technical Talks/Guest Lectures: 12
- Book Chapters: 06
CHARACTERIZATION TECHNIQUES
- Spectroscopy analysis (FTIR, XPS, UV-Vis); Mechanical Testing and surface analysis; Thermal Analysis (DSC, TGA, TMA, DMA, TG-IR, Rheology); Electrochemical characterization; Microscopic analysis: (OM, SEM, TEM); Finite element analysis; Dimensional stability analysis; Impedance and dielectric analysis.
- Strong in physical property characterisation (mechanical, thermal, microstructural analysis).
- Hands-on experience with materials testing techniques (tensile, hardness, fatigue, microscopy, spectroscopy).
Hobbies
Reading books
Playing cricket
Hiking
Listening to music
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