Ernie Heymsfield

Ernie Heymsfield is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Arkansas, College of Engineering. His work spans sustainable infrastructure and transportation safety, with a focus on innovative pavement systems.

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Polytechnic Institute of New York
• M.S. in Transportation Planning and Engineering, Polytechnic Institute of New York
• M.S. in Civil Engineering, Polytechnic Institute of New York
• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, The City University of New York

Dr. Heymsfield’s research integrates solar energy and thermal systems into pavement engineering for snowmelt and anti-icing solutions, while also advancing structural design codes for airfield pavements and crashworthy transportation infrastructure. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining renewable energy, materials science, and transportation safety.

His recent work explores hydronic heated pavement systems, automated electrical heat grids, and alternative designs for truck escape ramps, demonstrating expertise in sustainable infrastructure, thermal engineering, and structural analysis. No scientific awards or student advising details are explicitly mentioned.