Malte von Scheven

Malte von Scheven is a Senior Researcher and Deputy Director at the Institute of Structural Analysis and Dynamics at the University of Stuttgart. He holds a Dr.-Ing. degree (2009) and specializes in adaptive structures, fluid-structure interaction, and computational mechanics.

• Research Focus: Redundancy matrices for structural assessment, high-performance computing, actuator placement optimization
• Teaching: Finite element methods, computational mechanics, nonlinear structural analysis
• Leadership: Deputy Director since 2006, conference organizer for ECCOMAS and SMART symposia

His work bridges structural mechanics with bio-inspired design, including studies on sea urchin skeletons as models for segmented shells. He has supervised numerous theses on SFRP composites, topology optimization, and adaptive systems.

Scientific Engagement:

• Published 15+ papers on redundancy matrices and FSI
• Organized mini-symposia at international conferences (ECCOMAS 2024, SMART 2023)
• Active in university governance through Faculty Council and TIK committee

Recent research investigates mechanical modeling of adaptive structures, with applications in civil engineering and architectural geometry. His redundancy matrix framework provides novel performance indicators for robust design and assemblability assessment.