Richard Klopp

Richard Klopp has extensive work experience in the field of mechanical engineering and the mechanics of materials. Richard has worked as a Principal Engineer at Exponent since 1999, specializing in laboratory-based testing, mechanical design, failure analysis and prevention, and manufacturing. Richard'sexpertise includes machining, machinery, analysis of fasteners, gears, and bearings, power generation, mechanical power transmission, optical systems, metrology, hydraulic systems, and fluid handling components. Prior to their role at Exponent, Richard worked at SRI International as a Post Doc to Sr. Engineer, focusing on research related to the response of materials and structures to impact and explosive loading. Richard also worked as an Engineering Intern at Exxon Office Systems in 1980. Richard has published extensively on novel tests and their findings during their career.

Richard Klopp completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lehigh University from 1977 to 1981. Richard then pursued further education at Brown University, earning a Master of Science degree in Engineering from 1981 to 1984, followed by a Master of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from 1981 to 1986. Richard Klopp continued their academic journey at Brown University, where they obtained a PhD in Engineering from 1981 to 1987. Unfortunately, no information is provided regarding Richard Klopp's education prior to Lehigh University.