Georg Kocur

Georg Kocur is a Researcher at the Institute of General Mechanics, RWTH Aachen University. He holds a Diploma in Civil Engineering from Bergische Universität Wuppertal and a Ph.D. from ETH Zurich (IBK), focusing on non-destructive testing of structural concrete. His research emphasizes experimental mechanics, elastic wave propagation, and acoustic emission localization in complex materials. Previously, he served as a post-doctoral researcher at MIT’s Laboratory for Infrastructure Science and Sustainability and worked as a development engineer at Leviat (HALFEN).

Key research interests include structural health monitoring, wave propagation modeling, and the application of machine learning in acoustic sensing. His work bridges civil engineering, materials science, and computational methods to enhance infrastructure safety and reliability.

Publications highlight advancements in acoustic source localization, time reverse modeling, and numerical simulations for defect mapping in concrete and pipework. His contributions address challenges in sensor array optimization, signal processing, and algorithmic development for industrial and academic applications.

Kocur’s career combines academic research with industry innovation, focusing on practical solutions for structural analysis and non-destructive testing in civil infrastructure.