Inventor Name
Whinnery, John R.
Repository
University of California, Berkeley
Special Collections
Bancroft Library
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000
510-643-6602
http://bancroft.berkeley.edu/collections/
Physical Description
1 v. (vii, 273 p., [5] leaves of plates) : ill. ; 28 cm. 14 sound cassettes. 1 box (.2 linear ft.)
Summary
John R. Whinnery is well known for his innovative work in microwaves and optoelectronics. His interview discusses his collabortation with Simon Ramo; service on governmental, scientific, and industry boards; and the NASA apollo program, among other topics. Whinnery discusses his family background and early education at the University of California, Berkeley; his early career at General Electric; his return to Berkeley as a graduate student, lecturer, and associate professor; his years as Dean of the College of Engineering; and his service to governmental and scientific agencies.
