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Earl H. Dowell is the William Holland Hall Distinguished Professor at Duke University, specializing in aeroelasticity and the study of dynamic interactions between aerodynamic flow and elastic structures. His research covers a wide range of applications including aircraft wings in high-speed flight and the responsiveness of long-span bridges and tall buildings to wind loadings. Dowell's work extends to nonlinear dynamics, structural dynamics, and unsteady aerodynamics. He has made significant contributions to the field, producing pivotal research monographs and solutions to the nonlinear equations of motion for helicopter rotor blades. Dowell has a robust teaching portfolio, offering undergraduate and graduate courses in dynamics and aeroelasticity, and has participated in multiple experimental aeroelastic studies through wind tunnel testing. His commitment to research and education in mechanical engineering and materials science is profound, making him a respected figure in his domain.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)