Dr. Douglas Van Bossuyt, PH.D; Mr. Andrew Machamer; CDR Mark M. Rhoades, USN (Ret.), for the paper
“Optimizing the Periodicity of Preventative Maintenance Inspection Based on Historical Reliability
Data for Naval Steam Condensers.”
Presented annually since 1967, the “Jimmie” Hamilton Award
recognizes the best original technical paper published in Naval Engineers Journal during that award year. The
NEJ Editorial Board selects the paper based on professionalism of subject matter, depth of treatment, importance
and lasting value, clarity of composition and style, and individual effort.View past recipients