Tu3C: Memorial Session: Al Katz and the Development of Analog Linearization

Presentation Abstract
Al Katz passed away on the morning of June 20, 2024, the day he had been scheduled to give a presentation at IMS'24. Today we remember Al Katz and his work on analog linearization. The session will begin with recollections by his widow Sally. Amateur radio was an important factor in Al's becoming an engineer, so we will next present his accomplishments as a radio amateur. Al's work on linearization led to the formation and growth of the Linearizer Technology Company, which will be the next topic of discussion. The fourth segment provides an overview of analog linearization and the current state-of-the-art. Finally, members of the audience will be encouraged to give their recollections of Al Katz.