SAMPE recognizes 2021 Fellows

The Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE, Diamond Bar, Calif., U.S.) North America is pleased to welcome its new class of SAMPE Fellows Class of 2021: George C. Hansen, James J. Mazza and Ranji Vaidyanathan, Ph.D., P.E.

Created in 1982, the SAMPE Fellow Award is a recognition by one’s peers for significant contributions made to both the society and the industry in areas of advancing materials and process engineering technology. SAMPE fellows contribute greatly to the enhancement of the SAMPE community by serving as advisors in all facets of the society and its membership. 

“These three Fellows represent the ‘best of the best’ within the SAMPE organization,” says Jerome Berg, president, SAMPE North America. “This recognition is affirmation of the impressive accomplishments made by each individual within their field.”

Citation recaps of the SAMPE Fellows, Class of 2021, are as follows:

George Hansen is a pioneer in the development and application of advanced composite materials technologies. He is reported to be at the forefront of research and manufacturing in multifunctional composite systems for the most demanding of applications, including electromagnetic properties in otherwise non-conducting materials for shielding and electrical conductivity within composites.

James Mazza is a highly sought-after industry leader in adhesive bonding and repair technologies, contributing significantly to the materials and processes community. His expertise enabled implantation of repairs on critical military systems worldwide. In mentoring colleagues, future engineers and SAMPE leaders, Jim is the embodiment of a SAMPE Fellow.

Ranji Vaidyanathan’s life-long contributions to the advancement of science and engineering of composite materials through support of student entrepreneurship, education of students to accept leadership roles in SAMPE and development and transition of composite technology to industry, resulting in tangible impact on quality of life, economic development and welfare of society.