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Michael F. Ashby

b. 1935

British materials engineer

Engineer Metallurgist

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About Michael F. Ashby

Born 1935. Michael F. Ashby is a British engineer and metallurgist.

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Important facts

Born

20 November 1935

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Engineer, metallurgist

Nationality

United Kingdom

Education

University of Cambridge, Queens' College

Employers

University of Cambridge

Awards

Commander of the Order of the British Empire; Eringen Medal; Von Hippel Award; Honorary doctorate from INP Grenoble; A. A. Griffith Medal and Prize; Armourers and Brasiers' Company Prize

Also known as

Michael Ashby, M. F. Ashby, Michael Farries Ashby

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Michael F. Ashby's

Artturi Ilmari Virtanen

Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael F. Ashby?

British materials engineer

When was Michael F. Ashby born?

Michael F. Ashby was born on 20 November 1935.

What is Michael F. Ashby's occupation?

Michael F. Ashby is an engineer and metallurgist.

What nationality is Michael F. Ashby?

Michael F. Ashby is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Michael F. Ashby

· Wikidata: Q3308905

· DBpedia: Michael F. Ashby

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