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Frank E. (Bill) Richart, JR.
Pages 212-217

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... mechanics en cl structures. He later received honorary degrees from the University of Florida en cl Northwestern University in 1972 en cl 1987, respectively.
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... The response of soils to cyclic loads plays a role in the effects of wave forces on structures in the marine environment, the resistance of foundations to earthquake shaking, and the behavior of foundations for sensitive instruments en cl vibrating machinery. To measure appropriate soil parameters, he directed the development of both laboratory and field testing apparatus and techniques.
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... Air Force Science Advisory Board, U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation, NASA Apollo Lunar Landing program, and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Advisory Committee for Reactor Safety.
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... and later was recognized for his service to the ASCE, being elected as an honorary member in 1986. Bill was a lifelong avid golfer, winning many tournaments both as an inclividual and with his wife Betty and sons John and Willard.
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