Background
Smith, Neal Austin was born on February 10, 1919 in Norwich, Ohio, United States. Son of Miner Francis and Bessie Lillian (Shuman) Smith.
Smith, Neal Austin was born on February 10, 1919 in Norwich, Ohio, United States. Son of Miner Francis and Bessie Lillian (Shuman) Smith.
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, Ohio State University, 1941; Master of Science, Ohio State University, 1947.
Elec. engineer, Federal Machine & Welder Company, Warren, Ohio., 1941-1943; assistant chief electrical engineer, Federal Machine & Welder Company, Warren, Ohio., 1943-1944; instructor electrical engineering, Ohio State University, 1947-1954; assistant professor, Ohio State University, 1954-1960; associate professor, Ohio State University, 1960-1965; professor, Ohio State University, 1965-1984; professor emeritus, Ohio State University, 1984-1989. Consultant in electrical power systems, electric shock, fires of electrical origin.
Served as lieutenant junior grade United States Naval Reserve, 1944-1946. Member American Legion (past post Commander), Eta Kappa Nu, Tau Beta Pi. Clubs: Mason, Ohio State University Faculty.
Married Faye Louise Schlupe, June 7, 1942.