Description: (Engineer)
Eaton Hodgkinson was an English engineer known for pioneering the application of mathematics to structural design problems. He made significant contributions to the field, particularly in the study of the strength of materials and the behavior of structural elements under various loads. Hodgkinson's work established key principles that laid the foundation for modern structural engineering practices. His research and innovative approaches have had a lasting impact on the field, influencing how structures are designed and constructed to this day.