Resume
Norman Allan Harris, Ph.D.
EDUCATION
1951 University Scholar, University of Southern California.
1954 Graduate, B.A. (College Scholar) Occidental College,
Physics and Mathematics.
1957 Graduate, Ph.D. Physics, (studies in Theoretical Physics,
Mathematics), Thesis: A General Theory of Field Interaction for High
Energy Gamma Rays.
1957-1958 Postdoctoral Fellow, Graduate of Oak Ridge School
of Radiological Physics, AEC Fellow.
EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW
Dr. Harris has spent more than thirty-five years as a science director
and senior scientist for the development of cutting edge scientific research
programs. Dr. Harris is presently Director of the Computational Neurology
Institute at the Pacific Center for Advanced Study. His work includes
theoretical and computational investigations and the development of Very
Large Emergent Characteristics (VLEC), including Will and the synthetic
mind for use in medical research and industrial applications. He has been
Chief Scientist for Management Sciences, Chief Scientist and Member-of-the-Board
of HDR, one of the leading Scientific and Architect Engineering companies
in the U.S., He was also Western Regional Scientific Director for Technical
Services for EG&G, Director of the Radiation Laboratories and Advanced
Sensor Systems for EG&G, and Principal Scientist at McDonnell-Douglas,
responsible for the technical direction of 4,000 scientists and engineers
and Senior Research Director for Information-Theoretic Studies at PRC.
Dr. Harris has been involved in joint research with such noted scientists
as Nobel Laureates Dr. Hans Bethe (research topic was classified) and
Dr. Richard Bellman (research topic: fuzzy set membership in environmental
importance functions) and pioneering physicists such as Dr. Robley Evans,
author of "The Atomic Nucleus" (research topics: high energy
particle scattering and Moments Method simulation of external dose due
to particle-tissue interactions) and K.Z. Morgan head of the International
Commission on Radiation Protection (research topic: Internal Radiation
Effects in Human Lung Tissue). Dr. Harris was director of technical studies
for projects involving information-theoretic models with Constance Franklin,
sister of Norbert Weiner, pioneer in Cybernetics and co-worker with Albert
Einstein (research topic: Transfer Model Simulations of Emergent Characteristics
in a hyperspace) and Nobel Laureate, Vasily Leontief (research topic:
Input-Output Econometric Analysis with Environmental Externalities). Dr.
Harris also worked with Nobel Laureate Richard Feynman on an advanced
model of the nucleus for use with high energy particle interactions. Dr.
Harris also worked closely with Dr. Hans Mark, former director of Ames
Aeronautical Research Laboratories and was also formerly Secretary of
the Air Force. Dr. Mark is presently part of the technical arm of the
George W. Bush presidency.
COGNITIVE AND NEUROLOGICAL STUDIES
Dr. Harris has been involved in many of the disciplines required for
the study of the mind/brain since 1963. Since his directorship in the
Pacific Center for Advanced Studies, Dr. Harris has generated 184 separate
papers on the various aspects of the mind/brain, dynamism, computationalism
as it applies to synthetic minds, the study of Will as a virtual system
in the mind and various papers on information processing and the innate
causes of innervation of those special operating systems and informational
fields which lead to Will, Thought, Awareness and Self Awareness.
Dr. Harris has spent the last five years developing theoretical models
which remove time as a force of nature from the mechanisms of neurons
involved in both implicit and explicit Will, introspection and the mind
itself.
In 1997, he generated special theoretical models for the generation of
operating systems within consciousness and which produce phase coordinated
object and analogical contexts. Later in 1997, he discovered the cause
of the Phi Effect.
In 1998, Dr. Harris constructed Mentality Diagrams associated with the
construction of both aware and self aware systems. He applied these systems
to the directedness of Will and to the effect of their presence on their
centeredness of the mind.
From 1993 to the present, Dr. Harris has worked on the development of
Circus of The Mind, integrating his 184 technical papers into a
single volume, with added dialogues, essays and scientific expositional
material on the mind/brain. This book represents a major work on the mind/brain.
This book also has made a serious attempt to include the scientific facts
as we know them today regarding clinical and computational developments
in the search for the mechanisms involved in the generation of cognition.
SPACE AND FLIGHT TECHNOLOGY
- Dr. Harris' experience spans decades of space and flight technology
beginning with the development of the first re-enterable ballistic missile
for the United States and continuing through the Space Shuttle and Space
Station programs.
- While in undergraduate school in 1953, he worked with Lockheed Aircraft
in the development of the first re-enterable ballistic missile system.
- In 1957, as part of the completion of his postgraduate studies Dr.
Harris helped direct the Radiation Effects Studies for the first monkeys
to be sent into space.
- He also received a postgraduate degree in radiological physics at
Oak Ridge National Laboratories in a joint program with Vanderbilt University.
- Dr. Harris also worked on a hybrid missile plane combination named
Bomarc which consisted of a missile with an airplane shape and a wingspan
of 18 feet 2 inches. It had a combination of motors consisting of two
11,500-pound Marquardt ramjet engines and a 35,000-pound thrust liquid
propellant rocket motor. It was used primarily within the atmosphere
although it was launched vertically to a cruise altitude of between
60,000 and 80,000 feet.
- In 1959 he developed the first model of cosmic radiation damage for
NASA, which could predict the protection factor of various types of
space suits. In order to accomplish this he developed the first working
model of the nucleus for use in predicting charge generation and transfer,
using a modified cloudy crystal ball approximation for proton particle
escape potential from the nucleus. This model also took into account
the effect of aural electrons after proton slowing by protective cloth.
- Dr. Harris went on to become project manager for the first nuclear
powered Ramjet (PLUTO) and later, for the first nuclear powered satellite,
SNAP10A. Dr. Harris also pioneered in early ground sled tests at White
Sands New Mexico Proving Grounds in order to develop a system design
for potential SNAP10A reentry.
- He used geometric diffraction theory research to develop reradiation
from caustics in an exotic material environment at the leading edge
of super sonic aircraft covered with ionization. This theoretical development
was used to define certain of the geometric parameters for the flight
design configuration for the Stealth Bomber. His models of reradiation
of radar fields from various surfaces were used in development programs
both for aircraft and ships at sea.
- Dr. Harris then became Principal Scientist at McDonnell-Douglas where
he had responsibility for the research and development activities of
four thousand scientists and engineers.
- He was then selected to become a member of the Delphi Committee, which
determined long-range weapons development and reported directly to the
President of the United States. The Delphi Committee helped to shape
the direction of weapons R&D for the United States and helped to
direct the basic technology for the Anti-Ballistic Missile Defense System.
- Dr. Harris worked in conjunction with NASA to test theoretical models
which he developed to be used with launches of advanced missile systems,
beginning with the Atlas/Agena Series and later, the Saturn Missile
Series.
- He also directed the development of the first interactive computer
satellite system to be used in the development of large earth based
projects. In order to do this he pioneered in the interpretation of
LANDSAT Photography in terms of terrestrial effects of disruption of
the environment.
- Dr. Harris became a consultant to the Air Force and the Secretary
of the Air Force and took part in Congressional hearings. At the direction
of Congress, he worked with Oak Ridge National Laboratories to develop
reasonable estimates of the effects of the proposed EPRI legislation
on water based ecosystems and national water circulation across the
United States. As part of these activities, he developed three-dimensional
simulations of the flow of water near coastlines and diffusion of various
soils and thermal additives in the turbulent environment near shorelines.
- As part of his work on the PLUTO Project he developed computer capabilities
for simulation of the Trans-and Post-Shock Fronts associated with Mach
3 to Mach 14 velocities in advanced aircraft. He adapted special versions
of the Method of Characteristics for use in simulating early flight
information associated with aircraft flying at velocities above Mach
3 at altitudes below 3000 feet.
- His theoretical models of surface wave propagation and radiation from
caustics in an ionized environment were used by the United States Air
Force for special advanced applications involving weaponry to be tested
in the flight proving grounds in the air space of Nevada.
- NASA adopted Dr. Harris' simulation of atmospheric effects due to
mishaps of space systems upon launch or landing. Dr. Harris directed
tests at both Edwards Air Force Base and NASA's facilities in Pasadena
for use in the Space Shuttle Program and potential landing accidents
at Edwards Air Force Base.
- Dr. Harris also lectured to physicians on the effects of space radiation
on human beings in space at the UCLA School of Medicine.
- Dr. Harris also was a Senior Consultant on the first Safe-Car Project
for DOT where he pioneered in development and application of vehicle
dynamics simulation techniques.
- Earlier, Dr. Harris was a Principal Scientist for McDonnell-Douglas,
Missile Division where he was responsible for all advanced sensor effects
analysis and program direction.
- Dr. Harris has been a Senior Technical Team Member of two select multi-disciplinary
teams in support of two presidents. Dr. Harris has taken part in congressional
hearings as an expert advisor and in special planning for the Secretary
of the Air Force.
- Dr. Harris has dealt with all levels of business and management in
industry and government including presidents of major corporations,
leading scientists, congressmen, senators, governors and other notables.
Dr. Harris has been involved in congressional hearings as an expert
advisor and in special planning for the Secretary of the Air Force and
for two former Presidents, Nixon and Carter as a senior advisor and
technical team member.
SUMMARY OF SCIENTIFIC STUDIES
Synthetic Will and Synthetic Consciousness in a Massively Parallel
Environment
Developed a theoretical unified theory of Will and Mind using Hierarchical
Surrounds combined with Folk Mentality Diagrams with autonomous multi-agents
as part of the computational process and synthetic neural networks within
special operating systems known as Archidynes, operating within special
contextual information streams which utilize RF/CF interaction to produce
awareness within a computational consciousness.
A Specialized Subneural Operating Environment within Macrocolumns
in the Neocortex
Developed a special topological theory of neural architecture based on
known information about functional anatomy of the neocortex and the relationship
of Pyramidal Neurons within the layers of the neocortex and within macrocolumns.
These operating environments were used to produce integrative Surrounds
within a representational hierarchy of information known as a Hierarchical
Surround which produces Awareness.
Information-Theoretic Models for Integration of Multi-Sensory Receptive
Fields within Macrocolumns in the Neocortex
Developed special mathematical algorithms for use in the production of
computational conscious systems with both Constructural and analogical
information streams which are combined within Hierarchical Surrounds.
Developed inferior/superior Surround relationships for use in aware systems,
which generate multi-sensory informational streams computationally in
a human-like conscious state.
Multi-State, Multi-Agent, Pre-War Likelihood Estimator
Also developed a computer simulation of ocean shipping and near-coastal
on-shore activities using Multi-State, Markov chains and single step transition
probability functions, derived using Monte Carlo techniques together with
likelihood estimators to predict potential changes in multi-agent activities,
shipping densities and in estimating the potential for pre-war buildup.
This program was used to predict the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Kinetics of Sprung Mass Automobile Dynamics and the Effect of Design
Parameters On Accident Environments
Developed a complete simulative model of auto dynamics taking into account
non-linear design parameters, tire characteristics, road conditions, suspension
dynamics, engine mass distribution and the effect of cornering maneuvers.
Developed special decelerometers which were activated by accident conditions
and allowed determination of momentum, force and force dependence on time
under non-elastic, elastic and special combinatory conditions for a sprung
mass system under unusual design conditions. Determined that the Corvair
changed to an over steering vehicle and became unstable over 40 miles
per hour unless there was an eleven psi pressure differential between
the front and rear tires. Determined that the Buick steering characteristics
changed at 45 miles per hour and became an over steering vehicle. Used
these models to determine special design conditions leading to human error
in vehicular operation and control. Used these models and crash pad test
programs to develop design specifications for first SAFECAR.
Parametric, Fuzzy Set Analysis
Developed the first parametric, fuzzy analysis, analytical model for
evaluating the impacts of projects on the environment. Utilized the fuzzy
algebra and fuzzy calculus to develop impact parameters, which could be
input by the various disciplines and then simulate changes in the environment
resulting from project construction and indirect effects. The simulation
software then produced computerized isoclines of impact and showed through
full color graphics, impact contours on the various elements of the environment
including air, water, biosphere, geosphere and social and economic sectors.
These fuzzy models were used to evaluate large projects such as MX.
Directed tradeoff analysis of MX basing systems as affected by missile
configuration performance characteristics and payload levels, including
construction and related impacts.
Computational Modeling Of Hydrological Diffusion and Transport
Developed a multi-layer hydrodynamic model for computer dispersion of
effluents in surface waters and contamination of waters in subterranean
environments. The model included temperature variations, dynamic chemistry,
and variable dispersion coefficients with depth and surface turbulence
due to obstacles and wind factors above the water.
Atmospheric Diffusion and Turbulence Computational Model (Used by
Air Force at Vandenberg, NASA at Edwards).
Developed an atmospheric model to simulate dispersion of effluents in
the environment for intermediate dispersion distances. The model included
a variable boundary layer, temperature variations, including dynamic chemistry
of effluents and variable dispersion coefficients. Diffusion characteristics
were dependent on atmospheric temperature gradients and turbulence, which
could vary in each layer. Effluent buoyancy was also taken into account.
Dr. Harris has been a pioneer in environmental simulation modeling for
atmospheric dispersion of effluents from stationary sources as well as
moving sources and ocean dispersion of effluents using multi-layer hydrodynamic
models. Dr. Harris developed the first microprocessor controlled, automated
atmospheric monitoring system for use with nuclear power plants. He also
developed the first fuzzy set impact simulation system for use with large
construction projects. In addition, Dr. Harris developed a multi-layer
atmospheric dispersion model with dynamic chemistry for predicting boundary
layer concentrations of effluents from rocket motors for the SAMTEC missile
testing program.
Remote Image Computational Processors and Intelligent Interpreters
Directed development of specialized image processing techniques to help
"educate" remote sensor imagery and interpret data for ground
surveillance without ground truth or very limited ground truth for use
in environmental analysis. Integrated image information in an impact simulation
model to overlay direct impacts of construction on remote sites, using
satellite images.
Environmental Image Interpretation and Analysis
Directed development of specialized image processing techniques to help
"educate" remote sensor imagery and interpret data for ground
surveillance without ground truth or very limited ground truth for use
in environmental analysis. Integrated image information in an impact simulation
model to overlay direct impacts of construction on remote sites, using
satellite images.
Environmental Analysis and Modeling
Principal Scientist for environment assessments, impact statements and
environmental impact reports dealing with nuclear power plants, waste
treatment plants, resource recovery projects, military projects, large
construction projects, transmission line construction, cloud seeding,
rapid transit and others. Was Principal-in-Charge of the three largest
environmental studies completed for military and civilian projects, including
MX Basing Modes, EPA's L.A. City project and the Space Shuttle environmental
studies.
Environmental Field Studies Programs
Principal-in-Charge of field studies programs in the Western United States,
including geology, hydrology, biology and atmospheric sampling and analysis
programs. Managed contracts with eighteen subcontractors and managed direct
field personnel programs.
Stochastic Modeling Using Monte Carlo Techniques and Infinitely Divisible
Distributions
Project manager for development of probabilistic models to simulate dose
distribution from radioactive debris. Project manager for sensitivity
analysis and dose model development for U. S. Navy Radiological Defense
Laboratory. Was principal contributor to development of probabilistic
radiological model for evaluating consequences of land-based nuclear accidents.
Developed new version of CURIE-DOSE generalizing to multichamber-release
sources. Project manager for SNAP 10A system safety.
Long-Wave Infrared Dynamics In A Magnetohydrodynamic Plasma Environment
Developed models dealing with infrared systems capability and nuclear
environment including phenomenological aspects, systems performance, radiation
effects on detectors, nuclear effects on optical systems and the implication
of specialized mid-course gaming, and aspects of nuclear effects terminal
gaming with specialized IR systems on-board. Developed special models
relating IR system performance in a nuclear environment. Calculated energy
deposition in detectors, calculated radiation effects on special systems
following chosen defensive scenarios. Considered hardening techniques
against x-ray thermal effects, gamma noise, neutron activation, bremsstrahlung
induced noise, optical and other effects of importance in a defensive
engagement. Developed models related to radiation and plasma effects and
Advanced Electromagnetic Sensor Systems and completed detailed Transport
Analysis for simulations of specialized surveillance tasks in radiation
fields and response of special detector systems to radiation environments,
design of special D-T source spectrum modifier. Simulated sensor response
to target environments, masking techniques, detectability, surface characteristics,
aspect dependence, and surface roughness.
Advanced IR Sensor System Performance
Developed special models relating IR system performance in a nuclear
environment. Calculated energy deposition in detectors, calculated radiation
effects on special systems following chosen defensive scenarios. Considered
hardening techniques against x-ray thermal effects, gamma noise, neutron
activation, bremsstrahlung induced noise, optical and other effects of
importance in a defensive engagement.
Simulation Of Nuclear Criticality Using Monte Carlo Particle Transport
Utilized Monte Carlo techniques to simulate nuclear reactor criticality
experiments, neutron transport in the upper atmosphere, exposure to gamma
radiation from a Nerva vehicle and material attenuation of neutrons and
gamma rays.
Surface Wave Reradiation Using Geometrical Optics Wave Transport Models
Task manager and principal investigator for the theoretical development
of radar cross-section (RCS) models to simulate the radar return from
plasma-coated bodies. Utilized asymptotic techniques to extend geometrical
optics to include diffraction phenomena. Developed the large conductivity
approach for describing diffraction scattering from lossy-dielectric coated
cones. Developed special boundary layer techniques for solving linear
hyperbolic partial differential equations with mixed boundary conditions.
Developed special surface wave model for evaluating detectability of reduced
RCS targets.
Sensor System Analysis
Evaluated IR, LWIR in analysis of satellite imagery for use in environmental
evaluations and to determine ground truth field analysis. Evaluated use
of IR, LWIR, Lasers and Radar in mid-course engagements. Determined effectiveness
of high D* detectors in radical environments and developed models of sensor
performance for use in mid-course engagement analysis in a degraded environment.
Simulated sensor response to target environments, masking techniques,
detectability, surface characteristics, aspect dependence, and surface
roughness.
Simulation Of Radiation Attenuation In Materials Using Monte Carlo
Particle Transport
One of the first scientists to apply serial digital programming techniques
and Monte Carlo particle transport techniques to the simulation of critical
masses using transport methods and algorithms for evaluating effective
transport cross sections to diminish computer time, coupled with Monte
Carlo Techniques. Conducted studies in general facility radiation safety
consideration, shield design, and application of Monte Carlo techniques
to reactor and shield design problems. Developed a method for weighting
neutron cross sections, for use with Monte Carlo techniques, to compensate
for non-isotropic scattering in the center-of-mass system. Developed method
for evaluating reactor criticality using Monte Carlo Techniques.
Prepared a shielding monograph dealing with basic attenuation theory
and its engineering applications. Developed original shield design for
SNAP 4 and SNAP 6. Was responsible for system safety of SNAP 10A, first
nuclear powered satellite; developed full system safety design for the
reactor. Initiated plans for various segments of AI's Aerospace Safety
Program, and advised in areas of aerospace structural and thermal effects
testing, fission product diffusion experiments, controlled excursion testing,
and atmospheric dispersion tests. Responsible for first Flight Safety
Report for SNAP 10A. Conducted research in preparation of two classified
papers on the subject.
Radar Cross-Section Models
Task manager and principal investigator for the theoretical development
of radar cross section (RCS) models to simulate the radar return from
plasma-coated bodies. Utilized asymptotic techniques to extend geometrical
optics to include diffraction phenomena. Developed the large conductivity
approach for describing diffraction scattering from lossy-dielectric coated
cones. Developed special boundary layer techniques for solving linear
hyperbolic partial differential equations with mixed boundary conditions.
Developed special surface wave model for evaluating detectability of reduced
RCS targets.
Radiation Shielding
Conducted studies in general facility radiation safety consideration,
shield design, and application of Monte Carlo techniques to reactor and
shield design problems. Developed a method for weighting neutron cross
sections, for use with Monte Carlo techniques, to compensate for non-isotropic
scattering in the center-of-mass system. Developed method for evaluating
reactor criticality using Monte Carlo Techniques. Prepared a shielding
manual dealing with basic attenuation theory and its engineering applications.
Developed original shield design for SNAP 4 and SNAP 6. Was responsible
for system safety of SNAP 10A reactor; wrote full system safety design
description for the reactor, outlining basic design philosophy and generalized
hardware requirements for the entire safety system. Initiated plans for
various segments AI's Aerospace Safety Program, and advised in areas of
aerospace structural and thermal effects testing, fission product diffusion
experiments, controlled excursion testing, and atmospheric dispersion
tests. Responsible for first Flight Safety Report for SNAP 10A.Conducted
research in preparation of two classified papers on the subject.
Simulation of Nascent Fission Product Disintegration Product Buildup
and Transport
Principal contributor to development of first probabilistic model for
evaluating the safety of land-based reactor systems. Developed new version
of the CURIE-DOSE program, generalizing to multi-chamber diffusion of
fission products. Developed new atmospheric dispersion models for multi-chamber
release sources. Pioneered in the development of recursive techniques
for programming coupled, first-order linear differential equations to
evaluate buildup and decay of the 300 major products of nuclear fission
and for use in computing concentrations of chemicals resulting from complex
chemical reactions. Developed a computer simulation of the radiological
effects resulting from launch and operation of the SNAP 10A satellite.
As part of this program, developed the first double-precision computer
application to fission product buildup and decay which became part of
the Oak Ridge library of nationally distributed programs in ORSIC.
Dr. Harris has also been Director or Principal scientist in research
related to high-energy nuclear interactions, space physics, cognitive
science, fuzzy sets, diffusion in various media and advanced diffraction
techniques for radar simulations. Dr. Harris has also done extensive research
in plasma physics and the transmission of various radiation types through
plasmas.
SELECTED COMPUTER EXPERIENCE
Dr. Harris has managed or developed computer programs and software since
1958. His expertise includes physical modeling, computer architecture,
program editing, software production and publication. Dr. Harris has managed
software development for both government and private use. He has managed
the development of more than two hundred computer programs and related
user manuals. A representative list includes:
ADS - Automobile Dynamics Simulator
METS - effluent transport simulation
EROS - environmental analysis software
IMPACT - Public safety software
TRAC-II - financial analysis software
CURIE-DOSE-THUNDERHEAD - Nuclear safety software
SRM - construction impact analysis
MAPPER - land use, siting, and mapping.
Dr. Harris has been involved in the development of computer programs
and advanced simulation techniques since 1958. Has written computer programs
for the IBM 650, 701, 702, 704, 7094; CDC 6600, 7600; DEC PDP 8 - 9 -
10 & 11, VAX 11/780, and the HP 3000 series, TI DX Series, Tektronix,
IBM 370 series, Unisys A-series, and others. Developed sophisticated computer
analyses dealing with the simulation of atmospheric dispersion, ocean
dispersion, ground-water dispersion, impact analysis, competitive species
analysis and others.
BRIEF CAREER HISTORY
1993-Present: Pacific Center for Advanced Studies, Director,
Computational Neurology.
1987-1993 Manufacturing Integrated Systems, President and CEO,
responsible for software product development, advanced R&D and administration
of the various functions associated with technical support, sales/marketing
and manufacturing engineering implementation.
1982-1987 Management Sciences, Inc. President and CEO, responsible
for executive management of manufacturing information systems and shop
floor generative systems used in planning and control of the manufacturing
process for automotive engineering, planning and control. Developed line-balancing
system for use in the engineering of the Aerostar and fabrication of Buick,
Oldsmobile and Cadillac.
1974-1982 Executive Vice President, HDR Sciences. Responsible
for the overall operation of the HDR Sciences Division; also acted as
Chief Scientist. Responsible for technical direction, fiscal planning,
interdisciplinary coordination, and direction of division activities nationwide.
Specialized in simulation modeling, probabilistic and statistical analysis,
and model validation techniques as applied to large military systems.
Developed fuzzy set system functions for evaluating impacts of MX project
operations.
Developed the first computer programs which applied fuzzy mathematics
to the evaluation of environmental impacts of large construction projects;
also developed computer programs for evaluation of engineering designs,
missile layouts, direct and indirect effects, economic models, satellite
reconnaissance information and other programs relating to automated mapping
of environmental data and image processing.
1969-1974 EG&G, Goleta, CA, Director, Linear Accelerator
Facilities and Theoretical Physics Laboratory. Manager, Department of
Physics and Analysis. Responsible for Weapons Effects Analysis and linear
accelerator and radiation facilities. Development of high-impact deceleration
sensors for use in automobile accidents and effects on human occupants.
1968-1971 Applications Research Corporation, Santa Monica CA,
Principal Consultant. Responsible for development and use of first automobile
dynamics simulation program and testing of automobiles with potential
design defects. Developed special decelerometers which were activated
by accident conditions and allowed determination of momentum, force and
force dependence on time under non-elastic, elastic and special combinatory
conditions for a sprung mass system under unusual design conditions. Analysis
considered tire spring constants, road conditions, suspension characteristics,
camber pattern, yaw/roll coupling and positive and negative static margin
geometries.
Developed models related to Weapons Effects and Advanced IR Systems and
completed detailed Transport Analysis for simulations of specialized surveillance
tasks in radiation fields and response of special detector systems to
radiation environments, design of special D-T source spectrum modifier.
1968-1969 McDonnell-Douglas, Astronautics Division - Santa Monica,
CA, Principal Scientist - responsible for Advanced Electromagnetic Sensor
Systems. Developed engagement effects models for LWIR and mid course engagements.
As a principal scientist at McDonnell-Douglas, responsibilities included:
Weapons effects and analysis system implications on specialized Advanced
IR Systems including Special Project 20 and Project LoRAH.
1962-1968 Planning Research Corp, Los Angeles, CA, Senior Associate
- developed first probabilistic radiation exposure computer model for
AEC, Project Manager on Poseidon Special System Studies, developed pre-war
game simulations, prepared end-point missile defense simulation.
Personally developed models dealing with infrared systems capability
and nuclear environment including phenomenological aspects, systems performance,
radiation effects on detectors, nuclear effects on optical systems and
the implication of specialized mid-course gaming, and aspects of nuclear
effects terminal gaming with specialized IR systems on-board.
1960-1962 Atomics International, Canoga Park, CA, Project Manager
SNAP 10A (First nuclear powered satellite).
1956-1960 Marquardt, Van Nuys, CA, Project Engineer -Pluto Project,
first Nuclear Powered Ramjet.
PREVIOUS CLEARENCES
Top Secret, Q, AF Special Weapons, and Classified Clearances
CAREER RELATED ACTIVITIES
1976-1980 Member, Board of Directors - HDR
1977-1978 Publisher, Motoracing News (National Bimonthly, 1978-1981)
1979-1982 Member - Board of Directors - American Buyers Service
1984-1987 Member of the Board of Directors, MSI
1987-Present Member of the Board of Directors, MI Systems
1993-Present Member of the Board of Directors, Pacific Center
for Advanced Studies
CIVIC AND POLITICAL ACTIVITIES
- Member - committee to establish teacher qualifications and evaluation
standards.
- President-New Santa Maria Symphony
HOBBIES
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Dr. Harris' honors include various scholarships and scholastic awards.
He is a member of Sigma Pi Sigma - national physics honor society, and
Kappa Mu Epsilon -national mathematics honor society. He is listed
in Who's Who in the World, Who's Who in America, Who's Who in The West,
Who's Who in Atoms, Personalities in America, Community Leaders of America,
the International Role of Honor and Directory of Distinguished Americans.
- Scholarships - USC, Occidental, National AEC Fellow
- Charter Member - Health Physics Society Member, Sigma Pi Sigma (Physics
Honor Society), Kappa Mu Epsilon (Math Honor Society).
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Senior Member - SME-CASA, American Nuclear Society, Health Physics
Society, IPA (International Platform Association).
TECHNICAL REPORTS
A Graphics Driven Production Management System using CADEX, Special
Technical Report MSI-1518, June, 1987.
X-Product Applications to Large Manufacturing Enterprises, Technical
Paper, BOC, General Motors, Feb. 15, 1986
AI assisted Data Base Educator and AI assisted Planning Supervisor
for X-Product, Nov 1985, MSI.
PACIFIC CENTER FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (PCAS)
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A Higher-Order, Large Scale Computational Hybrid Mind System.
1999. PCAS Special Report PC-99-138.
Construction of Awareness systems from specialized Neural Surrounds,
PCAS R -298, 1998.
RF/CF Interactions in a Relativistic Contextual Environment, PCAS,
R-273 1998.
Computational Will: A Synthetically Generated Emergent Characteristic.1998.
PCAS Special Report PC SR- 98-31.
The Generation of Special Archidynal Operating Systems in a Phase-Coordinated,
Pyramidal Neuron Environment PC R-127 1997.
The Generation of Special Archidynal Operating Systems in a Phase-Coordinated,
Pyramidal Neuron Environment PC R-106 1997.
Explanation of the Phi Effect in Terms of Conscious Environment Dynamics,
PC R-83 1997.
The Role of "Third-Party" Neurons in Affecting the Relaxation
Alternatives of Neural Networks within Computational Surrounds, PC
R-71 1996.
The Role of Convergence Zones in the Geometrical Integration of Dendritic
Signals in a Richly Connected Iso-Cortex Environment PC R-1156 1996.
Informational Influences of A Priori Strings on a Large Scale CF Iso-Cortex
Network, PC R-1038 1995.
Self-Image and Contextual Bias in Neural Networks. 1994. Special
Technical Report MI 1-188.
Reentrant Effects Due to Cable Dynamics in a Sub-Neural Environment
PC R43, 1993.
The Role of Analogical Information in Hybrid, Integrated Neural Networks,
PC-R41 1993.
Constructural Information and Fuzzy Logic in the Development of Higher
Order Thinking, MI 308.sr 1990.
Uncertainty and Its Influences in Markov Chain Analysis of Rational
Thought, MI P113 1989.
A Graphics Driven AI Production System using CADEX. June, 1987.
Special Technical Report MSI-1518.
A Diagrammatic Paradigm for Self-Directed Systems. 1991. MI Systems
Special Report SR 19-12.
X-Product Applications to Large Manufacturing Enterprises. Feb. 15, 1986.
Technical Paper, BOC, General Motors.
AI Assisted Data Base Educator and AI assisted Planning Supervisor
for X-Product. Nov. 1985. MSI Technical Report MSI - 1421.
Parametric Impact Analysis and Simulation Model for Predicting Ecosystem
Impacts using Fuzzy Logic. 1981. Baseline Study, Vol. V, Environmental
Impact Report.
Syntactic Graphs: A Summer Study of AI Production Code Applications
to Multi-Disciplinary Natural Sciences. 1980. HDR - Special Technical
Report 118.
EROS: A Computer Diffusion Model of Effluent Transport Through the
Atmosphere in and Above the Boundary Layer. 1979. Baseline Report,
U.S. Air Force Study, Vol. 6.
Computational Application of Fuzzy Logic to Evaluation of Ecosystem
Impacts. 1979. Baseline Study 16, Vol. 6, MX Environmental Impact
Report.
A Computer Model of Economic Input-Output Dynamics with Environmental
Externalities. 1978. HDR Special Technical Report 121.
A Computational, Relaxation Method, Multi-Layer, Shear-Coupled Marine
Dispersion Model including Dispersion Below the Thermocline. 1973.
EG&G SR - 118.
METS, Turbulent Dispersion Simulator: A Computer Simulation of the
Diffusion Cloud from Missile Excursions at Vandenberg Space and Missile
Center. 1973. EG&G AF 1003-221 (Secret).
A Hybrid Analysis of Cab Forces Resulting From Forward Driven Collisions.
Nov. 1974. EG&G TR 4312.
A Computer Directed High-Deceleration Sensor-Driven Time-Dependent
Velocity Recording System. Sept. 1973. EG&G TR 4031.
An Analysis of Vehicular Dynamics in an Off-Design Configuration with
Instabilities. Oct. 1971. EG&G Technical Report.
Monte Carlo von Neuman Computation of Gamma Dose Buildup Near an Air-Ground
Interface for a Point Isotropic Source. 1971. EG&G 1183-2270.
A Micro-Processor Directed Micrometeorological Station for use with
Nuclear Power Stations. EG&G NPR 1133, Feb 1972.
MCDONNELL DOUGLAS ASTRONAUTICS CORPORATION
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Long-Range Area Homing (LoRAH) Intercept Study Final Report, December
1969, Volumes I through V. MDC-G 1237.
Nuclear Effects Analysis on Advanced Sensor Systems, September
16, 1970 DD-902 (Secret).
Dynamic Effects of Magneto-Hydrodynamic Plasmas on Solid State Devices.
Sept. 16, 1970. DD-902 (Secret).
Long-Range Area Homing (LoRAH) Intercept Study Final Report. December
1969. MDC-G 1237, Volumes I through V. (Secret).
Noise Produced by Particle Interactions in Semi Conductor Devices.
1968. MDC-G-1041. (Secret).
MCDONNELL DOUGLAS ASTRONAUTICS CORPORATION (Special Reports)
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Degradation to Missile Defense Systems Due to Nuclear Detonations
in Terminal Engagements. June 27, 1965. R707 (Secret).
Space Radiation Effects Due to a Nuclear Detonation. Dec 1964.
R-671 (Secret, Restricted Data).
Preliminary Survey of Nuclear Burst Effects of Interest to RADEF.
July 30, 1964. D-820 (Secret Restricted Data).
PLANNING RESEARCH CORPORATION TECHNICAL REPORTS
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Noise in Semi Conductor Devices, R-1041.
A New Probabilistic External Gamma Dose Model, April 20, 1967,
R-956.
Interim Report on Analysis of Radiation Effects and Modeling for Reentered
Nuclear Rocket Debris, July 31, 1966, R-901.
Methodology and Model Development for Ocean Surveillance Systems,
Feb 25, 1966 (Secret), R-811.
Atomic Energy Commission Research and Development Report, UC-80, A
Probabilistic Methodology for the Safety Analysis of Nuclear Power Reactors,
Feb 24, 1965.
Analytical Methods for Predicting the Radar Cross Section of a Plasma-Coated
Cone, July 31, 1965 (Secret), R-722.
Degradation to Missile Defense Systems Due to Nuclear Detonations
in Terminal Engagements, June 27, 1965 (Secret), R707.
Radiation Effects for a Nuclear Detonation, Dec 1964 (Secret,
Restricted Data), R-671.
Preliminary Survey of Nuclear Burst Effects of Interest to RADEF
July 30, 1964, D-820.
Radar Cross Section Models for Plasma-coated Bodies, July 23,
1964, R-578.
Critique of Shielding Computations, July 23, 1964, D-817.
A Theoretical Approximation of the Effect of Neutron Hardening Material,
July 23, 1964 (Secret Restricted Data), R-372.
A Monte Carlo Analysis of Neutron Attenuation in the Upper Atmosphere,
Dec 20, 1963 (Secret Restricted Data), R-370.
Infinitely Divisible Distributions as Applied to Radiation Sources.
April 20, 1967, R-956 (Secret).
Interim Report on Analysis of Radiation Effects and Modeling for Reentered
Nuclear Rocket Debris. July 31, 1966. R-901, (Secret Restricted Data).
A State Trajectory Model of Multi-Agent Activities: Methodology and
Model Development for Coastal and Ocean Surveillance Systems. Feb
25, 1966. R-811, (Secret).
A Probabilistic Methodology for the Safety Analysis of Nuclear Power
Reactors. Feb. 24, 1965. Atomic Energy Commission Research and Development
Report UC-80.
Theoretic-Computational Methods for Predicting Surface Wave Radiation
and Iconal Reradiation in Plasma Coated Objects. July 31, 1965. R-722
(Secret).
Radar Cross Section Models for Plasma-coated Bodies. July 23,
1964. R-578 (Secret).
SNAP10A, A Summary of External Shield and Neutron Thermalization on
Beta Characteristics. (Secret Restricted Data).
SNAP10A, Analysis of Sympathetic Reactions of Ocean Beach Waves on
Subcritical Configurations. (Secret Restricted Data).
Critique of Shielding computations. July 23, 1964. D-817 (Secret
Restricted Data).
A Theoretical Approximation of the Effect of Neutron Hardening Material.
July 23, 1964. R-372 (Secret Restricted Data).
A Monte Carlo Analysis of Neutron Attenuation in the Upper Atmosphere.
Dec 20, 1963. R-370 (Secret Restricted Data).
SNAP10A, Analysis of Sympathetic Reactions of Ocean Beach Waves on
Subcritical Configurations. 1963. STR 1168 (Secret Restricted Data).
SNAP10A, A Summary of External Shield and Neutron Thermalization on
Beta Characteristics. 1966. STR 1166 (Secret Restricted Data).
MARQUARDT TECHNICAL REPORTS
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Evaluation of Fission Product Hazard Resulting From Air-Cooled Test
Reactor Operation, March 1958 (Secret Restricted Data, TR153-4 (NP6641).
Diffusion of Fission Products Through Thin-Clad Reactor Fuel Elements.
1958. TR153-2 (Secret Restricted Data).
Evaluation of Fission Product Hazard Resulting From Air-Cooled Test
Reactor Operation. Mar. 1967, TR153-4 (NP6641) (Secret Restricted
Data).
APPLICATIONS RESEARCH CORPORATION (ARC)
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SAFECAR Design Feature Summary. ARC-SR-27, Dec 1969.
Effects of Wind on Rigid and Articulated Vehicles with Positive Static
Margin and Aqua-Planning. ARC-TR-171, Feb, 1969.
An Analysis of a Rear-Engine Vehicle with Negative Static Margin.
ARC-TR-165, Oct. 1968.
An Analysis of CAB Forces on Passengers in a Cornering Maneuver With
Roll/Yaw Coupling. 1969. Technical Report, ARC-TR-178.
Computational Effects of Wind on Rigid and Articulated Vehicles with
Positive Static Margin and Aqua-Planning. 1969. Technical Report,
ARC-TR-171.
A Kinetic Analysis of a Rear-Engine Vehicle with Negative Static Margin.
1970. Technical Report ARC-TR-165.
A Non-Linear Second Order Discrete State Auto-Dynamics System.
1968. Technical Report ARC-TR-166.
NORTH AMERICAN AVIATION SPECIAL REPORTS
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Worldwide Effects of Fallout, NAA-SR-7330.
SNAP-10A System Safety, NAA-SR-7580.
INSTANT An IBM 7090 code for atmospheric diffusion of contaminants
NAA-SR-CP78.
CURIE DOSE AN IBM 7090 code for decay and dispersion of nascent
fission products NAA-SR-CP81.
Calculated Gamma Dose Buildup Near an Air-Ground Interface ANS Meeting,
June 15, 1971.
Invited Paper No. 23 of Proceedings of the Refractory Materials Meeting,
"The Diffusion of Fission Products Through Thin-Clad Reactor Fuel
Elements", (Secret Restricted Data).
ANS Proceedings Paper on "A Verification of the Monte Carlo Method".
An Improved Method of Dose Calculation from Airborne Fission Products.
(CURIE-DOSE-THUNDERHEAD). 1965. Paper No. 114 of Ninth Annual Meeting
of the Health Physics Society.
Computation/Theoretic Model of Gamma Scattering Near a Boundary with
Application to Gamma Dose Buildup Near an Air-Ground Interface. June
15, 1971. ANS Proceedings.
Moments Method Transport Analysis for Point Isotropic Gamma Sources.
June 14, 1971. Proceedings of the American Nuclear Society.
Monte Carlo Transport Analysis for Finite Ground Distributed Gamma
Sources. Oct. 1971. ANS Meeting.
The Diffusion of Fission Products Through Thin-Clad Reactor Fuel Elements.
1958. Invited Paper No. 23 of the classified Proceedings of the Refractory
Materials Meeting (Secret Restricted Data).
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