Dirk Mohr

Prof. Dirk Mohr is a Full Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, leading the Artificial Intelligence in Mechanics and Manufacturing (AIMM) group. He specializes in computational models for lightweight materials under extreme conditions, crashworthiness, and high-strain-rate material behavior. His research integrates experiments and simulations, with applications in automotive safety and advanced manufacturing.

Education:

• PhD in Applied Mechanics from MIT (2003)
• MSc from University of Karlsruhe and École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

Research Focus:

• Developing AI-driven models for material design and failure prediction
• Investigating material behavior under impact, high strain rates, and elevated temperatures
• Creating architected metamaterials for energy absorption and structural efficiency
• Battery safety mechanics and lithium-ion cell modeling

Key Contributions:

• Recipient of the Hetenyi Award (2007) and IJP Young Investigator Award (2016)
• Editorial roles at International Journal of Impact Engineering and International Journal of Solids and Structures
• Industry collaborations with Daimler and BMW

Current Projects:

• Machine learning for material modeling and battery safety
• High-speed experimentation for failure analysis
• Design of ultralight cellular materials