Andrea Howard
- Edison Engineering Development Program
- Niskayuna, NY USA
What is your title?
I am a mechanical engineer in the Edison Engineering Development Program
What is your expertise?
Mechanics of materials
How long have you been at GE?
Since August 2008
Where did you receive your education?
Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY.
What are you working on now?
Ceramic matrix composites- testing and analysis.
What is your computer wallpaper?
A view from the summit of Giant Mountain.
Where did you grow up?
Rochester, NY.
Who is a technologist (past or present) that you most admire?
Clarence (Kelly) Johnson
What is your favorite Web site?
It’s a tie… http://flightglobal.com/ or http://boston.redsox.mlb.com/
What do you think is the most impressive (recent or historical) technology breakthrough?
First flight of 787… it’ll be more impressive with GEnx engines
What is your favorite book or publication?
The Celestine Prophecy
What invention of the future will change the world/way we live?
The Teleporter.
What is your hobby?
Hiking, Snowboarding, and my dog