Nihal Eratlı

Prof. Dr. Nihal Eratlı is a Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. His expertise lies in Solid Body Mechanics, Structural Engineering, and Finite Element Analysis. He holds a PhD in Structural Engineering from Istanbul Technical University (1991) and has been affiliated with the university since 1986, progressing through roles such as Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and eventually Professor since 2017.

Education:

• PhD in Structural Engineering (1991), Istanbul Technical University
• MSc in Structural Engineering (1985), Istanbul Technical University
• BSc in Civil Engineering (1979), Anadolu University

Research Focus:

• Dynamic analysis of viscoelastic and composite structures
• Mixed Finite Element Method applications
• Vibration analysis of beams, plates, and helical structures
• Structural stability under various foundation conditions

Grants & Projects:

• Lead researcher in projects like Forced Vibration Analysis of Composite Bars (₺43,643 budget, 2017–2019)
• Investigated viscoelastic helices and non-cylindrical structural geometries

Teaching:

• Taught courses such as Strength II and Analysis of Rod Elements

Editorial Work:

• Edited proceedings of the 22nd National Mechanics Congress