The Thomas A. Edison Patent Award, established in 1997, recognizes creativity of a patented device or process that has the potential of significantly enhancing some aspect of mechanical engineering.The award was funded through the efforts of the ASME Board on Research and Technology Development.
| Form of Award: |
$1000, Bronze Plaque, Certificate and Travel Supplement to attend the meeting presentation. |
| Limitation(s): |
None |
| Administrative Responsiblility: |
Board on Research |
| Nomination Deadline: |
February 1 |
| Nomination Sent To: |
Thomas A. Edison Patent Award Committee Chair |
| Special Award Committee Chair: |
J.J. Kozuch 215-567-2010 jjkozuch@crbcp.com |
| Awarded By: |
Committee on Honors (COH) |
THOMAS A. EDISON PATENT AWARD RECIPIENTS
| 2000 |
Herman H. Viegas |
| 2001 |
Alexander M. Gorlov |
| 2002 |
Hooshang Heshmat |
| 2003 |
John N. Basic, Sr. |
| 2004 |
Faydor L. Litvin |
| 2005 |
Ching-Pang Lee |
| 2006 |
Charles A. Garris |
| 2007 |
Norman R. McCombs |
| 2008 |
Kyriacos A. Athanasiou | |