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Badawy Joins TRW Chassis Systems as Vice President of Engineering

5 August 1999

Badawy Joins TRW Chassis Systems as Vice President of Engineering

    STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich., Aug. 5 -- Dr. Aly Badawy has joined
TRW as vice president of engineering for its Chassis Systems business, located
in Sterling Heights, Mich.  In his new position, Badawy -- who specializes in
product development, prototype design, manufacturing and systems engineering
-- will be responsible for product engineering, research and development on a
global basis.
    Most recently, Badawy served as director of research and development and
chief engineer of electric power systems (EPS) at Delphi Saginaw Steering
Systems -- formerly General Motors Corp. -- in Saginaw, Mich.  In this
position, he led the development of EPS control algorithms, systems
engineering, electrical systems, brushless motors and sensors.
    Before joining GM, Badawy worked as superintendent of manufacturing
engineering for New Departure Hyatt's Wheel Bearing Division in Sandusky,
Ohio, from 1985 to 1989.  Previously, he was principal research scientist for
Battelle Columbus Laboratories in Ohio.
    Badawy is a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, the Society of
Manufacturing Engineers and ASM International -- formerly the American Society
for Metal.  He received a bachelor's degree in marine engineering and naval
architecture from Alexandria University in Egypt, and his master's degree and
doctorate in mechanical engineering from McMaster University in Hamilton,
Ontario, Canada.
    A full-service supplier with total steering and suspension engineering
capabilities, TRW's Chassis Systems business offers a wide array of wheel-to-
wheel components, systems and modules.  Products include rack-and-pinion
steering gears, power-steering pumps and hoses, complete hydraulic steering
systems, linkage and suspension components, chassis modules and suspension
systems, as well as the broadest portfolio of electrically assisted steering
systems available today.
    TRW Inc. provides advanced technology products and services
for the global automotive, aerospace and information systems markets.  The
company, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, is one of the world's largest
independent automotive component suppliers.  In addition to chassis systems,
TRW Automotive produces occupant restraint systems, electronic security and
convenience systems, switch and control systems, engineered fastening systems
and engine components.  Its LucasVarity Automotive unit produces braking
systems, electrical and electronic systems, diesel systems and aftermarket
replacement parts for the global automotive industry.  The company's news
releases are available through TRW's corporate web site (http://www.trw.com).