David Dillard

Professor

219A Norris Hall, Room (MC: 0219)
459 Old Turner Street
Blacksburg, VA 24061

dillard@vt.edu

(540) 231-4714

The Adhesive & Sealant Science Professor

Research Interest: Solid Mechanics

Interest

Professor Dillard's expertise is in the area of failure and time dependence of polymeric materials. He specializes in studies dealing with fracture mechanics, viscoelasticity, fatigue, environmental degradation, durability predictions, and test method development. Although his work has spanned a variety of polymeric material systems, his special emphasis for many years has been on adhesives and sealants. A major thrust of his work has been the development of appropriate test methods for evaluation of adhesive bonds, analysis and design procedures for adhesive joints, and studies of the durability of such systems when exposed to a variety of environmental conditions. In addition to studies of structural, microelectronic, consumer, and biomedical adhesion issues, his recent work has also included durability of fuel cell materials and studies of soft matter, such as hydrogels.

Education/Experience/Awards

Education

1981: Ph.D., Engineering Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
1978: M.S., Engineering Mechanics, University of Missouri-Rolla
1976: B.S., Engineering Mechanics, University of Missouri-Roll

Honors and Awards

2015: Elected ASME Fellow, American Society for Mechanical Engineers
2013: Wake Medal, Society for Adhesion and Adhesives, The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining
2011: Dean's Award for Excellence in Research
2010: Adhesion Society’s Award for Excellence in Adhesion Science
2008: Professional Degree (awarded to distinguished alumnus), Missouri University of Science & Technology
2006: Adhesive and Sealant Science Professorshipconveyed through endowment supplied by the Adhesive and Sealant Council.
2005: Best Paper Award for the Advanced Composite Materials and Systems Track of the Society for Experimental Mechanics
2004: Robert L. Patrick Fellow of the Adhesion Society.
2002: Dean's Award for Excellence in Research