Background
Weldon, William Forrest was born on January 12, 1945 in San Marcos, Texas, United States. Son of Forrest Jackson and Rubie Mae (Wilson) Weldon.
educator electrical and mechanical engineer
Weldon, William Forrest was born on January 12, 1945 in San Marcos, Texas, United States. Son of Forrest Jackson and Rubie Mae (Wilson) Weldon.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science, Trinity University, San Antonio, 1967. Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University Texas, Austin, 1970.
Engineer, Cameron Iron Works, Houston, 1967-1968;
project engineer, Glastron Boat Company, Austin, Texas, 1970-1972;
chief engineer, Nalle Plastics Company, Austin, 1972-1973;
research engineer, University Texas, Austin, 1973-1977;
technical director Center Electromechanics, University Texas, Austin, 1977-1985;
director Center Electromechanics, University Texas, Austin, 1985-1993;
professor, University Texas, Austin, since 1985;
Josey Centennial professor in energy resources, University Texas, Austin, since 1992. Member permanent committee Symposium on Electromagnetic Launch Technology, since 1978, vice chair, 1995-1998, naval research advising committee, 1992-1997. Consultant numerous companies and goverments, since 1973.
Chief scientist Office Naval Research-Europe, 1998-1999. Technical directors Office Naval Research International Field Office, 1998-1999.
Board dirs Water Control and Improvement District Northern 10, Travis County, Texas, 1984—1997. Fellow American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Member Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (senior ), National Society of Professional Engineers.
Married Morey Sheppard McGonigle, July 28, 1968. Children: William, Embree, Seth Forrest.