Education
- Ph. D., Materials Science
(Polymer & Corrosion specialty)
Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA - M. S., Physics
Kent State University, Kent, OH - Seven M.B.A. courses
Kent State University, Kent, OH - B.S., Engineering
(Chemical specialty)
Widener University, Chester, PA
Patents
- WO/2007/050324 – Patent pending - Compatibilizers for PVC-Wood Composites
- U.S. Pat. #3,559,662 – Method and Valve Apparatus for Metering Flow of Liquid Metal
- U.S. Pat. #4,470,897 – Electroplated Product and Method
- U.S. Pat. #5,562,833 – Dual Feed Paint Detackification Program
- U.S. Pat. #5,614,103 – Methods for Detackifying Paint Spray Booth Water
- U.S. Pat. #5,354,494 - Reactive Silane Composition and Process for Enhanced Drainage of Residual Aqueous Rinse on the External Surfaces of Plastic Parts
- U.S.Pat. #5,719,224 - Compositions and Methods for Detackifying Paint Spray Booth Water
- U.S. Pat #8,664,298 – Self-Healing Polymer Nanocomposite Coatings for Use on Surfaces Made of Wood
Awards
- Packaging Institute International Annual Educational Award – best paper.
- National Association of Corrosion Engineers Romanoff Award – best paper published in Corrosion Journal.
- Chosen to participate in the Industrial Research Institute Visiting Scientist Program.
- National Coil Coating Association Technical Section Certificate of Appreciation.
- Dozens of U.S. and foreign patents
Testimonials
Written comments from lead attorneys with whom I’ve served as an expert witness (names redacted to protect client confidentiality):
Plastics litigation (8/3/2015)
“Bob. You’ve got a very unique and in-demand set of skills. We’re glad we found you!”
Metal coating corrosion litigation (10/9/2015)
“Thanks Bob – the world is a safer place for your analysis of it.”
Plastics process litigation (4/28/2015)
“Thanks for all your help. You were terrific.”
Painted aluminum corrosion litigation (1/6/2015)
“We were grateful for your highly capable assistance in our last adventure, and enjoyed working with you.”
Plastics litigation (12/18/2014)
“Fantastic report.”
Corrosion litigation (10/28/2014)
“Will keep you posted, but it looks like your report was enough to get this resolved.”
Li-ion battery litigation (10/2/2014)
“Thank you for your revised declaration. Your revision is great.”
Plastic-metal laminate litigation (12/3/2013)
“Thank you for all your hard work, especially over Thanksgiving weekend.”
Painted metal corrosion (11/26/2013)
“Bob, thank you so much for your excellent work and support on this case – it ended abruptly, if happily, but I want you to know that we greatly valued your contributions and good humor.”
Coil-coated metal litigation (7/23/2013) –
“Bob, let’s talk soon, but it has been a pleasure working together on this case. You were a tremendous asset to our team!”;
and (7/22/2013)
“Good news! [Company name redacted]’s summary judgment was granted, and it has been dismissed from the case. In no small part because of your good work.”
Recent Verbal Comments from attorneys, etc.
Lead attorneys:
- "Fantastic report"
- "Not only very good work, but can explain it well – unique for a scientist.”
- “Hard to find good scientists like you. Fantastic work.”
- “Very convincing report.”
- “Perfect. Articulate testimony. Comprehensive and concise report.”
Company CEO “All were impressed with your credentials, and I informed them, if they didn’t know already, that you are very well known and highly thought-of in the industry.”
Technical book editor “You are the consummate professional.”
Lead engineer at major global oil company “Excellent report.”
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