Background
Lay, Walter E. was born on February 5, 1889 in Fulton, Michigan, United States. Son of Frank E. and Christie A. (Martin) Lay.
Lay, Walter E. was born on February 5, 1889 in Fulton, Michigan, United States. Son of Frank E. and Christie A. (Martin) Lay.
Biomedical Engineering, University of Michigan, 1915.
Member faculty University of Michigan since 1915, professor mechanic engineering in charge automotive laboratory, 1930-1960, professor emeritus mechanic engineering, 1960-1974. Supervisor auto mechanics school, 1917-1918. Consultant in automotive engineering and research work.
Member faculty University of Michigan since 1915, professor mechanic engineering in charge automotive laboratory, 1930-1960, professor emeritus mechanic engineering, 1960-1974. Served as major, Ordnance Reserve, 1932-1941. Member Highway board, National Methodist.
Club: Science Research (president 1921-1922).
A pioneer anthropometrist.
Married Thryza L. Spracklin, July 17, 1915. Children: Frances Eileen, Shirley Lenore.