Udo Jung

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Udo Jung is a faculty member at the Technical University of Central Hesse, affiliated with the College of Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and Materials Technology. He leads the Lightweight Construction & Structural Durability Laboratory, focusing on teaching and research in lightweight design, fatigue strength, and structural optimization.

• Teaches courses: Lightweight Construction 1/2/3 (LB1/LB2/LB3), Fatigue Strength (BF), Design Methodology (CM), Structural Optimization (SRO)
• Research emphasizes bionics, 3D printing, sustainable mobility, and computational methods like FEM
• Active in industry collaborations (e.g., Continental Engineering Services, Adam Opel AG)

His work bridges theoretical principles and practical applications in mechanical engineering, particularly automotive systems. He contributes to the Competence Center for Automotive, Mobility, and Materials Research, exploring innovations in commercial vehicle electrification and bio-inspired design methodologies.