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William W. Clark is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering. His research focuses on cyber-physical systems, infrastructure security, and interdisciplinary applications in biomedical engineering, energy harvesting, and vibration control. He holds a PhD (1991), MS (1988), and BS (1986) in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
- Research Interests: Energy harvesting using piezoelectric materials, vibration control systems, smart materials for biomedical applications, cyber-physical infrastructure security, and structural health monitoring.
The trends in Professor Clark's recent publications emphasize energy harvesting (particularly piezoelectric systems), biomedical device innovation (e.g., stent grafts for hemorrhage control), and smart material design. His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations in mechanical engineering, materials science, and neuroscience.
- Scientific Awards: Recipient of the University of Pittsburgh Innovator Award (2009-2013), School of Engineering Faculty Honor Roll (2000-2004), and multiple fellowships including the Bicentennial Board of Visitors Faculty Fellowship (1999-2005).
His research program includes extensive grants (e.g., Hewlett International Travel Grant, 2000) and presentations on topics like piezoelectric energy harvesting, stent technology, and vibration control systems. No formal student advising list is publicly available in the provided data.
