The Burt L. Newkirk Award is an
ASME
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is an American professional association that, in its own words, "promotes the art, science, and practice of multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences around the globe" via "continuing ...
-level award presented to "individuals under the age of 40 who have made a notable contribution to the field of tribology in research or development as evidenced by important tribology publications". The award is called after
Burt L. Newkirk, who was an expert in the field of
tribology
Tribology is the science and engineering of interacting surfaces in relative motion. It includes the study and application of the principles of friction, lubrication and wear. Tribology is highly interdisciplinary, drawing on many academic f ...
.
List of recipients
Source
ASME
See also
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List of mechanical engineering awards
References
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Awards established in 1920
Awards of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers