German Masters Degree in Applied Physics on superconductivity of Niobium based materials. 40 years of experience as researcher and manager in RD&E for electrical contact technology, materials and components for electrical power distribution products mainly in Germany and the North America. US citizen with international experience from assignments in European and China locations. Published and presented over 30 technical papers and held various positions - including chairmanship - with the IEEE Holm Conference on Electrical Contacts. Contributing author of textbooks and key editor of the DODUCO Data Book on Electrical Contacts. Currently Senior Technology Consultant for NAECO LLC of Peachtree City, GA.