Members Named to SME College of Fellows for Their Contributions to Manufacturing

These recipients are recognized by SME, their peers and the manufacturing community as key contributors to the social, technical and educational progress of manufacturing. "Selection as an SME Fellow is truly a recognition of distinguished accomplishment," said Gene Nelson, 2005 SME president. "This class certainly exemplifies the very best who are involved in manufacturing today. SME salutes them for their leadership, their innovation and their earnest dedication to the service of the profession." The 2005 Fellows will be installed on Saturday, November 5, 2005 in conjunction with the SME Board of Directors' Fall Meeting in Dearborn, Mich.

SME members selected in 2005 for their outstanding contributions to manufacturing by the SME Fellows Selection Committee include:

Yusuf Altintas, PhD, professor, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
An accomplished educator and researcher, Altintas’ research contributions to machine tools and machining technologies are recognized worldwide, especially his work in metal cutting processes and machine tool controls. He is also an expert in machine tool chatter vibrations.

Ichiro Inasaki, PhD, dean of faculty of science and technology, Keio University, Yokohama-shi, Japan. Inasaki has made outstanding contributions in the science of manufacturing research, most notably for minimal fluid grinding and international cooperation in manufacturing engineering research. He is the recipient of the 2005 SME Frederick W. Taylor Research Medal.

Duc Truong Pham, PhD, OBE, FReng, professor of computer-controlled manufacture, Manufacturing Engineering Centre, Cardiff University, Wales, UK. Pham is an international leader in manufacturing engineering research, including robotics, rapid prototyping and virtual reality. He is known for the widespread and successful transfer of such technologies from academia to industry.

Ralph Resnick, chief technology officer, Ex One Company, Irwin, Pa., US. Resnick has helped to pioneer research and development manufacturing in the United States, actively promoting the need for industry and academia to collaborate closely to transition new science to factory floors.

Krishnaswamy Srinivasan, PhD, professor and chairperson, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, US. In addition to significant contributions in the application of dynamic system modeling and control, Srinivasan, a leader in manufacturing education and research, has developed techniques that improve quality and productivity in a variety of applications.

John W. Sutherland, PhD, Richard and Elizabeth Henes chair professor of mechanical engineering, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Mich., US. Recognized by his peers as a driving force for improving the environmental performance of manufacturing, Sutherland pioneered the introduction of courses in environmentally responsible design and manufacture at Michigan Technological University.

Rafael Wertheim, Dr. Ing, director of engineering services, ISCAR, Kiriat, Bialik, Israel. As director of engineering services at ISCAR, Wertheim's contributions to the field of manufacturing engineering research and education cover theoretical work and practical applications. He has demonstrated world-class competence in his research covering the broad area of metal cutting and machining, developing new tool designs and their applications. He is the 2004 recipient of the SME Frederick W. Taylor Research Medal.

Terry Wohlers, president, Wohlers Associates, Fort Collins, Colo., US. His annual Wohlers Report is the industry standard for analysis of the rapid prototyping, manufacturing and tooling industries. For the past 25 years, Wohlers' focus has been on education, research and practice in design and manufacturing.

About the SME College of Fellows:
The SME College of Fellows was created to honor those members who have made outstanding contributions to the field of manufacturing. A Fellow is a member recognized by the manufacturing community as a contributor to the social, technological and educational aspects of the profession. This honor can only be earned through years of dedication and service to manufacturing engineering.

2006 Fellows Nominations Deadline:
SME members worldwide are encouraged to nominate members from industry, academia and government who have made a notable impact in the field of manufacturing. The deadline for 2006 Fellow nominations is December 1. Selection criteria includes leadership in industry, education, research and development, inventions, publications, and service to the profession. Visit the SME Web site at www.sme.org - "International Awards," to access the 2006 Fellows Nomination Form and detailed information.

About SME:
The Society of Manufacturing Engineers is the world's leading professional society supporting manufacturing education. Through its member programs, publications, expositions, and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and helps keep manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies. Headquartered in Michigan, SME influences more than half a million manufacturing engineers and executives annually. The Society has members in 70 countries and is supported by a network of hundreds of chapters worldwide.

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