Fabian Duddeck

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Fabian Duddeck is a Professor of Computational Mechanics at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), affiliated with the TUM School of Engineering and Design. His research focuses on numerical methods for structural simulation and optimization, including topology optimization for crashworthiness, material modeling for composites/biomaterials, and uncertainty quantification in multi-physics systems. He holds a Dr.-Ing. and Habilitation from TUM, with prior roles at BMW Group, Queen Mary University of London, and École des Ponts ParisTech. His work bridges academia and industry, addressing challenges in automotive and aerospace design.

• Education: Diplom (Civil Engineering, TUM 1990), Dr.-Ing. (Mechanics, TUM 1997), Habilitation (TUM 2002)
• Research Interests: Crash simulation optimization, composite materials, nonlinear dynamics, and uncertainty-aware design methodologies

Scientific awards include the Spindler Award (1991). Over 50+ students have graduated under his supervision, with notable works in crashworthiness, composite structures, and multi-fidelity optimization. His lab collaborates internationally, integrating advanced algorithms with industrial applications.