Developed pioneering work in microwave antennas and electromagnetic theory, making significant contributions to the development of modern communication systems.
Arthur A. Oliner, a renowned American physicist and electrical engineer, is best known for his groundbreaking contributions to engineering electromagnetics and antenna theory. He is regarded as a pioneer of leaky wave theory and leaky wave antennas, revolutionizing the field of electrical engineering.
Arthur Aaron Oliner was born on March 5, 1921, in Shanghai, China, to a family of intellectuals. He received his undergraduate degree from Brooklyn College and went on to earn his Ph.D. in physics from Cornell University in 1941 and 1946, respectively.
Oliner's illustrious career spanned over four decades, during which he made significant contributions to the field of electrical engineering. He joined the Microwave Research Institute at New York University's school of engineering, where he eventually became a full professor in 1957. He also served as the head of the department of electrical engineering from 1966 to 1974 and director of the Microwave Research Institute from 1967 to 1982.
One of his most notable achievements is the development of leaky wave theory and antennas, which have found applications in various fields, including telecommunications, navigation, and medical devices.
Oliner received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of electrical engineering. He was elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and a Life Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In 1991, he was inducted into the National Academy of Engineering for his work on the theory of guided electromagnetic waves and antennas.
He also received the IEEE Heinrich Hertz Medal in 2000 and the Distinguished Educator Award of the Microwave Theory and Techniques Society, of which he was a Honorary Life Member.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Oliner was also an engineering consultant for several prominent companies, including IBM, Boeing, Raytheon Technologies, Hughes Aircraft Company, and Rockwell International.
He was the founder of Merrimac Industries and served on its board of directors from 1962 until its acquisition by Crane.
Arthur A. Oliner passed away on September 9, 2013, in Lexington, Massachusetts, leaving behind a legacy of pioneering work in electrical engineering. He was survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Throughout his career, Oliner inspired countless students and engineers, shaping the future of electrical engineering and its applications. His contributions to the field continue to have a lasting impact on modern society.
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