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Showing 4 results for Researcher: Uday K. Vaidya

August 11, 2025

5 MIN READ

Innovation Crossroads supports composite entrepreneur-Fellow Vinit Chaudhary

Innovation Crossroads supports entrepreneur Vinit Chaudhary of Elemental Composites in developing strong, lightweight, and biodegradable natural fiber composites by connecting him with ORNL researchers and resources. His innovative approach aims to reduce waste, create new markets for farmers, and expand the use of alternative materials across industries such as transportation, automotive, and marine infrastructure.
December 7, 2022

1 MIN READ

Naturally derived materials fit for 3D printing

The presence of minerals called ash in plants makes little difference to the fitness of new naturally derived compound materials designed for additive manufacturing, an Oak Ridge National Laboratory-led team found.
March 15, 2021

1 MIN READ

Manufacturing – Multimaterials’ dual approach

Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers combined additive manufacturing with conventional compression molding to produce high-performance thermoplastic composites reinforced with short carbon fibers.
May 4, 2020

12 MIN READ

Advanced manufacturing innovation helps industry in COVID-19 fight

In the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a race against the clock not only to find a vaccine but also to supply healthcare workers with life-saving equipment such as face shields, masks and test kits.