Works

Widely regarded as the father of applied mechanics in the United States, Dr. Stephen Timoshenko's seminal contributions to engineering mechanics, elasticity, and strength of materials have left a lasting impact on the field. His extensive research, including advancements in the Rayleigh-Ritz method and studies on buckling, have been foundational. Timoshenko's teaching tenure at Stanford University was notable for assembling a globally respected faculty, attracting students and scholars worldwide.

Timoshenko's groundbreaking work first gained prominence with the 1909 publication of Strength of Materials in Russian and later in German, with the English edition following in 1930. This book's success led to further influential works, including collaborations with D. H. Young on Elements of Strength of Materials and with J. M. Gere on Mechanics of Materials.

In recognition of his unparalleled contributions to applied mechanics, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers introduced the Timoshenko Medal in 1957, with Timoshenko as its inaugural recipient. This medal is awarded annually for significant contributions in applied mechanics. Dr. Timoshenko's distinguished career also included membership in 17 academies and scientific societies globally, such as the National Academy of Sciences (USA), the Royal Scientific Society of Great Britain, and the USSR Academy of Sciences.

Dr. Timoshenko pursued his early education in Russia at the Institute of Engineers of Ways of Communication and furthered his studies in Germany at the Munich Polytechnic Institute and the University of Göttingen, graduating in 1905. Over his career, he was honored with ten gold medals for scientific achievements across various countries and received honorary doctoral degrees from numerous universities.

Publications by Dr. Stephen Timoshenko:

• Applied Elasticity, with J. M. Lessells, 1925
• Vibration Problems in Engineering, 1st Ed. 1928
• Strength of Materials, Part I, 1st Ed. 1930
• Strength of Materials, Part II, 1st Ed. 1930
• Theory of Elasticity, with J. N. Goodier, 1st Ed. 1934
• Elements of Strength of Materials, with G.H. MacCullough and D.H. Young, 1st Ed. 1935
• Theory of Elastic Stability, with J. M. Gere, 1st Ed. 1936
• Engineering Mechanics, with D.H. Young, 1st Ed. 1937
• Theory of Plates and Shells, with S. Woinowsky-Krieger, 1st Ed. 1940
• Theory of Structures, with D. H. Young, 1st Ed. 1945
• Advanced Dynamics, with D. H. Young, 1948
• History of The Strength of Materials, 1953
• Engineering Education in Russia, 1959
• As I Remember, 1968
• Mechanics of Materials, with J. M. Gere, 1972
• Erinnerungen, Translation from the Russian original edition, 2006 (in German)

Attached photo: Stephen Timoshenko in Russia with Professor E.I. Grigolyuk, who is also of Ukrainian heritage. 

Grigolyuk wrote a biography of Stephen Timoshenko (S. P. Timoshenko: Life and Destiny) and also helped to publish works of Stephen Timoshenko in Russia: "How I published the Works of S. P. Timoshenko". 

Photo: Stephen Timoshenko in his later years in Europe, accompanied by his colleagues.