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Mr. Manges began his career teaching chemistry and physics. Having been inspired by a course at RPI called Electronics for Scientists; he pursued an electrical engineering degree. After just 18 months, he received his BS, later earning his second Masters Degree also in electrical engineering. Mr. Manges currently directs a government laboratory Industrial Wireless Program with a focus on the needs of the hard industries identified by the Industrial Technology Program. He has worked extensively with steel and paper companies to bring wireless technology to their market place. In 1992, Wireless for the Corporate User declared him visionary for his views on wireless applications in this field. He has published and presented papers around the world on the topic and continues as a contributing editor for Sensors Magazine. Mr. Manges recently accepted the opportunity to co-chair the ISA wireless automation standard, SP100. His latest interest is in modeling and simulation of communications networks for robust, secure connectivity in industrial environments. | 