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Arun Srinivasa is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Dean of Student Success at Texas A&M University. He holds the J.N. Reddy Chair in Applied Mechanics. His research primarily focuses on the study of fracture and damage in materials, including metals, polymers, and biomaterials. He engages in simulation of manufacturing processes, including robotic sheet forming and magnetic polishing. His academic contributions also include thermomechanics and dissipative processes, investigating nonlocal theories and Cosserat continua. He emphasizes design dynamics and the development of active compliant mechanisms in custom manufacturing and 3D printing. Throughout his career, Dr. Srinivasa has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to mechanical engineering education and research, including the ASME Ben C. Sparks Medal and various teaching excellence awards.
Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.