Surendra Vutti

Background

About Surendra Vutti

With over nine years of experience at Exeger and Sol Voltaics, I contribute to advancing micro-electronic materials research and industrialization processes in renewable energy and biosensor technologies. Currently working as a Researcher in Materials Industrialization, I specialize in materials chemistry and process development, playing a key role in translating lab-scale innovations into scalable solutions. My work emphasizes collaborative problem-solving, critical thinking, and aligning technological advancements with Exeger's mission to redefine energy sustainability. Dedicated to fostering impactful research, I aim to bridge the gap between development and industrialization while supporting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Skills Include- Advanced semiconductor metals and polymer stable surface functionalization/coating using CVD and CWD - Functional groups -NH2-N3-OH,=O-SH-COOH- Peptide and complex protein covalent attachment for biomedical and biosensor applications - Techniques employed: FTIR, SEM, Ellipsometry, Profilometry, EDX, contact angle measurement- Semiconductor device design, fabrication, and evaluation- Selective materials etching in targeted areas to enhance application versatility- Inks and electrolyte formulations, including their characterization using- SEM, I-V, C-V, ICP, XPS- Thermal analysis methods: TG, DTA, and DSC- Sintering processes (both under air and vacuum), including designing sintering recipes based on specific applications- Thermal oxidation, optimization, and etching- Surface activation using Thermal treatment and plasma- Polymer processing techniques, including: Fabrication of Thin polymer film and porous layer with sintered metal particles- Polymer or glue curing- UV, Thermal- A solid understanding of polymer extrusion methods (casting and blowing)- Testing methods: Tensile test, MFI- Analyzing properties of plastics or encapsulants under various stress conditions, such as heat, humidity, 99% oxygen, hot water exposure, light soaking, and mechanical bending and twisting- Electrochemical characterization using impedance spectroscopy, C-V, and I-V methods- Developing strategies for the implementation of materials and processes- Effective cross-functional team collaboration- Upscaling processes from the development phase to industrialization- Process development, validation, and control- Project management skills- Statistical data analysis using tools like JMP and Excel- Solid knowledge on Battery Chemistry and fabrication.