Dr. Jyhwen Wang, professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University, was one of seven elected into the 2015 SME College of Fellows.
SME elects fellows once a year from among the highest achievers of industry, academia and government. Only honorary, fellow, life or professional members of SME may nominate individuals for the honor of fellow. Those selected as fellows offer 20 years or more of manufacturing experience and expertise. They have contributed notably to the social, technological and educational benefit of manufacturing and the engineering profession.
Wang’s research interests are in the area of manufacturing science and engineering with a focus in material deformation processes. He has conducted extensive research on high-strength steel applications in metal packaging and plastic deformation of layered materials.
SME is a nonprofit organization that has served practitioners, companies, educators, government and communities across the manufacturing spectrum for more than 80 years. SME is dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing by addressing knowledge and skills needed for the industry.