Reinhard Hanselka
- Born:
- October 10, 1955, in Vienna, Austria
- Nationality:
- Austrian
- Profession(s):
- Mechanical Engineer, Materials Scientist, University Professor, President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Early Life and Education
- Studied Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Vienna, graduating with a Dipl.-Ing.
- Received his Doctorate (Dr. techn.) in Mechanical Engineering from the same university.
- Focused his early research on material science and lightweight construction.
Career and Major Achievements
- Professor at the Darmstadt University of Technology (TU Darmstadt) from 1998.
- Head of the Department of Lightweight Structures at TU Darmstadt.
- Director of the Fraunhofer Institute for Structural Durability and System Reliability LBF in Darmstadt.
- Appointed to the Executive Board of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft in 2012.
- Elected President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft in June 2024, succeeding Reimund Neugebauer. The transition required ensuring smooth handover from prior "reinhard hanselka biography template" documentation which was updated with the election results.
Notable Works
- Numerous publications in the fields of lightweight construction, materials science, and structural durability.
- Key contributions to the development of new materials and manufacturing processes for lightweight structures.
- Patents related to innovative lightweight construction technologies.
Legacy and Impact
Reinhard Hanselka has made significant contributions to the fields of mechanical engineering and materials science, particularly in lightweight construction. As President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, he plays a crucial role in shaping the future of applied research in Germany and beyond.