Gerd Manthei

Gerd Manthei is a Professor at the Technical University of Central Hesse within the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Technology. He is affiliated with the Institute for Product Development Methodology (IMP) and the Institute of Engineering Design and Structures (IKT). His primary roles include teaching and research in mechanical engineering disciplines.

• Phone: +49-1520-1542896
• Email: gerd.manthei@me.thm.de
• Office: C11.3.03, Giessen Campus

His research interests span mechanical engineering, with specific focus areas in:

• Design methodology and TM-CAE (Theoretical Mechanics - Computer-Aided Engineering)
• Fracture mechanics
• Sensor technology, including acoustic emission analysis
• MATLAB programming for engineering applications

As a Senate member of THM and BAföG representative, he contributes to academic governance and student financial support.