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SERGE GRATCH
Pages 120-125

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... He made distinguished contributions to such diverse fields as thermodynamic properties of gases, polymer science and synthesis, successful automotive exhaust control systems, alternate fuels, and engineering education. In the decade prior to his death, he retired first from the Ford Motor Research laboratory as director of Vehicle, Powertrain and Component Research and subsequently as professor emeritus from Kettering University (formerly GMI -- General Motors Engineering and Management Institute)
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From page 122...
... His "tenure" at Ford lasted until 1986, when he retired. During that 25-year period, he was engaged in directing a variety of research departments involving chemical processes and devices, electrical and electronic devices, fuel sciences, polymer sciences, and chemical and materials science research, and he eventually became director of Vehicle, Powertrain and Component Research -- a tribute to his broad range of technical expertise and interests.
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... We aspired to fulfill the vision of Henry Ford II to create a "Bell Laboratory of the automotive industry." It was a most stimulating and exciting professional experience. Closely coupled with Serge's busy work schedule was his deep commitment to service for the professional engineering societies.
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From page 124...
... Robert Yarnell Award, the Outstanding Leadership Award (twice) from the Engineering Society of Detroit, the Outstanding Teaching Award from Kettering University/GMI, and the ASME Internal Combustion Award.
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