technical fellow at REM Surface Engineering, is a leading expert in the field of isotropic superfinishing of engineered metal components. During his 35-year career at REM he has worked in research, operations, sales, and management. Michaud has been granted over 100 patents, published numerous technical articles, and given lectures in the United States, Europe, and Asia. He has degrees in chemistry from Reed College and an MBA from the University of Hartford. He can be reached at mmichaud@remchem.com. Also visit www.remchem.com.