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Robert McMeeking

b. 1950

Scottish American materials engineering professor

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Born 1950. Robert McMeeking is a British mechanical engineer and researcher.

Robert Maxwell McMeeking (born May 22, 1950) is a Scottish-born engineer. He is currently Tony Evans Distinguished Professor of Structural Materials and of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara. McMeeking has been widely recognized for his contributions to applied mechanics for which was awarded the 2014 Timoshenko Medal. He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, National Academy of Engineering and American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

In 2014, McMeeking received the Timoshenko Medal in recognition of his "pioneering contributions to broad areas of applied mechanics." He is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and a fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. 2014, Timoshenko Medal, American Society of Mechanical Engineers 2007, Brown Engineering Alumni Medal, Brown University School of Engineering 2005, Elected member, National Academy of Engineering 2004, Alexander von Humboldt Research Award for Senior U.S. Scientists 1998, Elected fellow, American Society of Mechanical Engineers

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Brown University, University of Glasgow
Employers
University of California, Santa Barbara
Awards
Timoshenko Medal; William Prager Medal
Also known as
Robert Maxwell McMeeking, Robert M McMeeking

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Robert McMeeking?

Scottish American materials engineering professor

When was Robert McMeeking born?

Robert McMeeking was born on 22 May 1950 in Glasgow.

What is Robert McMeeking's occupation?

Robert McMeeking is a mechanical engineer and researcher.

What nationality is Robert McMeeking?

Robert McMeeking is British.

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