A Brief Introduction to the Special Session Honoring Dr. Leroy H. Smith

Abstract

Members of the Turbomachinery Committee organized a special technical session during the 2009 ASME Turbo Expo to honor Dr. Leroy H. Smith’s 50+ years of pioneering contributions to fan and compressor aerodynamic theory, research, and design methods. His expertise, connecting a fundamental understanding of physics with practical design methodology, was instrumental in the creation of decades of outstanding civil and military aircraft engines at GE. His profound contributions to the fan and compressor aerodynamics community are evidenced through his award-winning ASME papers and his participation and leadership in the IGTI Turbomachinery Committee. Roy has also been instrumental in educating and mentoring young engineers at GE to be world-class professionals.