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David Baldwin serves as Director of the Dynamic Structures Sensings and Controls Center at the University of Oklahoma's College of Engineering. He holds a faculty position in the Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering department. His contact information includes baldwin@ou.edu and an office in Engineering Lab 108.
Education:
- Ph.D., Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (1993) - University of Virginia
- M.S., Mechanical Engineering (1990) - University of Virginia
- B.S., Mechanical Engineering (1983) - University of Virginia
Research Focus: David specializes in mechanical design, fatigue/fracture mechanics, probabilistic design, structural dynamics, vehicle-structure interaction, and reliability analysis. His work bridges theoretical and applied engineering challenges.
Awards & Recognition:
- Ralph R. Teetor Educational Award (SAE, 1998)
- Brandon H. Griffith Award (OU College of Engineering, 1996)
- Junior Faculty Research Award (OU, 1994)
Teaching & Professional Activities: He teaches undergraduate courses like Engineering Design Graphics and graduate courses such as Finite Element Methods. Active in organizations like ASME, SEM, and SAE, he is a licensed Professional Engineer in Oklahoma and Virginia.
Career Background: Prior to academia, he gained five years of industry experience in naval shipbuilding. His office hours are Fridays 10 AM–12 PM or by appointment.
