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Justus Hoffmann is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Oxford's Department of Engineering Science, based at Begbroke Science Park since 2018. His work focuses on composite materials research for Rolls-Royce's next-generation turbine engine components, specifically carbon-fibre-reinforced plastics (CFRP) fan blades and containment systems.
Education:
- Dipl.-Ing. in Lightweight Constructions, Technische Universität Dresden
- DPhil (Oxon), University of Oxford (Rolls-Royce studentship)
Dr. Hoffmann's research specializes in the mechanical behavior of composite materials under extreme conditions, with emphasis on constitutive modeling, high-rate material testing, and computational mechanics. His experimental and modeling work addresses impact response characterization critical for aerospace safety and performance, particularly in high-strain-rate scenarios relevant to engine failure modes.
His publication record includes a 2018 Composites Science and Technology article analyzing strain-energy release rates in composite laminates under dynamic tensile loading. This research contributes to fundamental understanding of fracture mechanics in CFRP at elevated deformation rates, supporting advancements in lightweight structural design for aviation applications.
Dr. Hoffmann actively participates in Rolls-Royce funded projects integrating experimental validation with computational modeling to optimize composite fan blade systems. His collaborative work within Oxford's Impact Engineering group bridges academic research and industrial aerospace engineering requirements.
He is a core member of the Impact Engineering research group at the University of Oxford, working under Professor Nik Petrinic on material dynamics and failure mechanisms in advanced composites for extreme environments.
