Johns Hopkins University. Department of Experimental and Theoretical Mechanics

Organization

Staff Only

Dates

Existence: approximately 1960s - 1969

Biography

This department was also known as the Department of Mechanics and Materials Science, though it is unknown at what time this usage was prevalent.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Robert B. Pond, Sr. papers

Collection

Identifier: MS-0640

Abstract

Robert B. Pond, Sr. (1917-2007) helped found Johns Hopkins University's Department of Material Science, where he served as chair for eight years. The collection includes papers relating to Professor Pond's involvement with companies such as Marvalaud Inc. and Inland Steel Company, and materials from his various roles at Johns Hopkins University, including advising, administrative, and teaching materials. His papers span from 1946 to approximately 1987.

Dates: 1946-approximately 1987

Found in: Special Collections

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