Cited for being instrumental in contributing toward a revolution in communication techniques in the form of optical fiber technology.
Cited for leadership in electronic technology including surface acoustic wave devices.
Cited for his pioneering contributions to optoelectronic technology and for his life contribution to communications science.
Cited for his leadership in radio frequency engineering including both land and microwave satellite communications.
Cited for first specifying in detail the potentialities and technical requirements for the use of geostationary satellites for global communications; for other innovations in communications and remote sensing from space throughout a lifetime of promoting the benevolent use of advanced space technology.
Cited for imaginative use of advanced microcomputer technology to aid the cognitive and affective intellectual development of children.
Cited for his recognition of wise and humane leadership in applying modern communications technology to meet the needs of isolated rural villagers in India.
Cited for recognizing outstanding advances in space and satellite technologies relevant to improving world communications.
