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Prof. Dr.-Ing. habil. Maik Gude is a full Professor and Chairholder of the Chair of Lightweight Systems Engineering and Multi-Material Design at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, TU Dresden. He leads the Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology (ILK) as a Member of the Board and serves as Director of the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) Dresden focusing on Lightweight Structures and Materials. Additionally, he is Scientific Head of the ECEMP cluster and the BMBF-funded FOREL project, driving innovation in resource-efficient lightweight e-mobility structures.
Research Interests: His work spans advanced lightweight engineering, multi-material systems, structural integrity assessment, polymer composites, and sustainable manufacturing technologies. With a background in Technomathematics and Applied Mechanics, his research integrates computational modeling with experimental validation to develop next-generation lightweight solutions for transportation and aerospace applications.
The trends in his research, though specific publications are not listed, emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining materials science, mechanical engineering, and digital design methodologies, particularly targeting electromobility and high-performance structures. These efforts are supported by major funding initiatives and international collaborations.
- Scientific Awards:
- Innovation Scholarship from the Saxon State Ministry of Science and the Arts (SMWK)
Advising and Grants: As Scientific Head of the International Graduate School under ECEMP and leader of large-scale funded projects like FOREL and the Rolls-Royce UTC, Prof. Gude oversees extensive research training and mentorship activities. He has secured significant funding from sources including the Saxon Excellence Initiative, BMBF, and industry partnerships such as Rolls-Royce, indicating strong grant leadership and advisory capacity.
Labs and Teams: He leads multiple high-impact research entities including the Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology (ILK), the European Centre for Emerging Materials and Processes Dresden (ECEMP), the FOREL research center, and the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre Dresden. These units form a collaborative ecosystem focused on cutting-edge materials development, structural design, and industrial application.
