2008 AWS Class of Fellows

Last year four individuals were named to the 2008 Class of Fellows.

Dr. Harshad Bhadeshia — Is recognized for being a pioneer in modeling microstructure and properties of steel weldments, and being the first to apply the fundamental phase transformation theories to practical welding metallurgy innovations.

Dr. John N. DuPont – Is cited for his continued fundamental research and contributions to the field of welding metallurgy, especially with respect to austenitic materials; and for his continued dedication to the training of graduate and undergraduate students for careers in welding, materials science, and engineering.

Dr. Jerry E. Gould – Is cited for being a leader in defining mechanistic interpretations of resistance and solid-state processes; a coauthor of the first model for prediction of thermal distribution and profiles in friction stir welding, and a leader in the development of a new welding process, resistance welding bonding.

Dr. Gerald A. Knorovsky – Is recognized for seminal and sustained contributions to the welding engineering of nuclear weapon devices that are critical to our nation’s security; development of unique characterization and diagnostic methods for small-scale joining processes to achieve a better understanding of the process physics; and advancing the understanding of micro- and nano-joining processes.

2008 AWS Class of Counselors

Charles E. Daily — Is recognized for his more than 65 years of contributions to the industry and his strong beliefs that the future of the welding industry lies with today’s youth. He has made it his personal crusade to promote the welding industry by soliciting businesses to support local teaching institutions to produce qualified welding personnel.

Matthew J. Lucas Jr. - Is recognized for his more than 30 years of experience in the fields of brazing, welding, design, fabrication, and repair of components for aerospace applications; and for his willingness to share his knowledge with the brazing community.

David J. Nangle – Is cited for his leadership, ability to understand the needs of both individual members and the industry as a whole, talent for negotiating difficult problems among diverse groups of people, and ability to resolve complex business issues.

Jeffrey Scott Noruk – Is cited for being instrumental in the development of friction stir welding for automotive applications; and his technical understanding of welding processes, practical knowledge of manufacturing-floor operations, and leadership skills.

Richard Alan Patterson – Is cited for his sustained leadership in welding research, manufacturing, design, and management related to nuclear weapon programs, strategic defense initiatives, and space power applications; and for mentoring, developing, and supporting the education of welding staff and technicians.

Donald D. Rager –Is recognized for his vision related to the organization of committee work and committee structure, talent for obtaining results, and knowledge of welding for the development of codes and standards.

Kenneth E. Richter Sr. – Is cited for his significant experience with the development, marketing, and manufacture of arc welding technology, avid support for welding education, and serving as a major force in the development and implementation of new technologies.

Nominating Information

For information on nominating individuals for AWS Fellow or AWS Counselor Awards, contact:

Wendy Sue Reeve
Award Programs and Administrative Support
wreeve@aws.org
550 NW LeJeune Rd.
Miami, FL 33126,
(800) 443-9353 ext. 293
or (305) 443-9353 ext. 293 (outside the U.S.)