معرفی
Steven Woodruff is an Assistant Professor of Engineering at James Madison University (JMU), affiliated with the College of Integrated Science & Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Michigan (2022) and a B.S./M.S. in Civil Engineering from Tufts University (2017/2019). His research focuses on origami-inspired structural design, particularly the multi-physical behaviors of curved-crease origami systems. He developed simulation tools validated via classical mechanics and experiments to address challenges in structural engineering and acoustic control.
Education
- B.S. Civil Engineering, Tufts University (2017)
- M.S. Civil Engineering, University of Michigan (2019)
- Ph.D. Civil Engineering, University of Michigan (2022)
- Graduate Certificate in Science, Technology, and Public Policy (2022)
Research Interests: Professor Woodruff investigates the mechanical properties of origami-inspired structures, focusing on stiffness enhancement, shape morphing, and acoustic panel applications. His work bridges theory, computation, and experimentation to create deployable and adaptive systems.
Awards: Honored Instructor (University of Michigan, 2022).
Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses in engineering design, fluid mechanics, and computational methods. Previously taught at Washington & Lee University (e.g., ENGN 250, ENGN 378). Advised student projects on reconfigurable acoustic panels using Miura-ori patterns.
Labs & Teams: Directs the Functional Origami-Like Designs (FOLD) Lab, exploring applications of origami mechanics in engineering systems.
