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1 RICHARD B. GIBSON EDUCATION B. S. Mechanical Engineering - University of Pittsburgh M. S. Management - Frostburg University SUMMARY Mr. Gibson has been a proven leader among Automotive Engineers both technically and managerially for over 40 years. An intricate knowledge has been gained in vehicles such as Heavy-duty trucks, busses, agriculture tractors and golf cars. There are few engineers that have this in depth knowledge of highway vehicles. AREAS OF EXPERIENCE: Vehicle Design Testing Failure Analysis Diesel Engines Gaseous Emissions Heavy Duty Transmissions Automatic Transmissions Axles Differentials Chassis Cabs Styling Expert Witness Vehicle Electronics Suspensions Statistics Engine Intercooling Two Cycle Engines Plant Layout Processes Machines Tooling Computer Systems CAD: CATIA, ProE, MacAuto Dealer Order Entry Systems Field Service The combination of technical training and education coupled with vast managerial experience permits Mr. Gibson to analyze difficult problems while keeping an overall objective view. He has investigated numerous accidents and vehicle fires. In the corporate world he has been deposed many times to testify as an expert witness. CAREER HISTORY FORCON International, Atlanta, Georgia - Forensic Mechanical Engineer Conduct forensic engineering investigations and provide expert witness testimony for cases involving fires and or failures of heavy-duty trucks, buses, agriculture tractors and golf carts. Bering Truck Corp., Front Royal, VA - Vice president Engineering - Start-up truck company importing and manufacturing Hyundai Trucks classes 5 thru 8. RICHARD B. GIBSON - Page 1 of 5 Last Update - November 22, 2017

2 Orion Bus Industries, Ontario, Canada and Utica, NY - Director of Engineering - Manufactured commercial/municipal buses, developed new products and carried out daily production in two locations and countries. Blue Bird Corp., Macon, GA - Vice President Engineering - Being the leading producer of school and commercial bus products, the 130+ employee Engineering Department developed new products at a very high throughput rate. Ford New Holland, New Holland, PA - Manager, Transmission Design and Development Ford New Holland (FNH) is a world class manufacturer of agricultural equipment. Managed a group of engineer s with-in a matrix-style organization, designing and developing high tech tractor automatic transmissions. E-Z-GO Textron, Augusta, GA - Vice President Engineering - E-Z-GO is a leading producer of utility vehicles for sport and industry. Directed 70+ technical employees in the design, development and manufacturing engineering of golf related vehicles. Mack Trucks Inc., Allentown, PA - Chief Engineer, Vehicle Development - Fully integrated manufacturer of class 6,7 & 8 heavy-duty trucks. My experience began with Mack engine design and moved with promotion through transmissions, drive trains, chassis, cabs, and complete truck testing culminating as Chief Engineer Advanced Vehicles managing over 100 employees. As Chief Engineer of the Vehicle Development Laboratory Mr. Gibson managed the research and development of new vehicle designs, tested production changes, and solved field problems. Drivability and development of suspensions was carried out. In this capacity he obtained the necessary Class 8 drivers license and participated in the test evaluation of suspension components. U.S. Army, Ordinance Hawk Missile Supply - SP4 - Two years in Germany, secret clearance. Diesel Engine Expertise Mack Trucks Inc. - Mack Trucks is the only integrated truck manufacturer in the United States. This means they design, develop, and manufacture Diesel engines, transmissions, rear axles, chassis and cabs. Mr. Gibson began his Mack career in Diesel engine design, specializing in valve train components. In this capacity he received a Patent for a variable valve train system. Mack used it as an engine retarder marketing it under the name Dynatard. The Patent ran out in 1990; however many other manufacturers have used the principles of the invention for variable valve trains as a method to improve emission and fuel economy. As time progressed Mr. Gibson became responsible for complete engine designs. Through promotion he advanced to Chief Engineer of Power Trains (1967 to 1983) then Chief Engineer of Vehicle Laboratories then Chief Engineer of Vehicle Development (All of the advanced truck products). RICHARD B. GIBSON - Page 2 of 5 Last Update - November 22, 2017

3 The Clean Air Act was first promulgated in In those early years Mack began emission work with South West Research of San Antonio and Mr. Gibson maintained a relationship with them through out his career. This early work permitted Mack to build and develop their emission cells and their own research group. In 1971 Mr. Gibson and a colleague developed the first humidity correction factor for gaseous emissions. Three years later the Federal Government funded an expensive study that produced the same results. During his time at Mack he was deeply involved in the pursuit of meeting gaseous emission standards. Mack would also use engines from Cummins, Caterpillar, and Detroit Diesel. Due to this relationship they maintained close technical ties and participated in development of their products. From 1968 to 1989 Mack was part of Signal Oil and Gas conglomerate. Garrett Air Research was a sister company. They provided Turbo Chargers for Mack engines. In the early 70 s working with Garrett, Mack introduced the first air to air charge air intercooling system. This allowed improvements in emission while maintaining power levels and improved fuel mileage. EZGO Golf Car (A Textron Company): The EZGO experience is significant because of the engines. As their Vice president of Engineering Mr. Gibson lead the effort with their Japanese engine supplier to design and develop a new four cycle gasoline engine replacing the outdated two cycle. Ford New Holland (Sold in 1992 to Fiat): Worked as Power Train Manager with agricultural Diesel power plants in the United States and Europe. Blue Bird Bus: Blue Bird Bus, builds a complete line of Diesel powered buses for the school systems, commercial and motor homes. As Vice President of Engineering Mr. Gibson was involved in the specifications for Diesel power from all of the major engine manufacturers. This required a review of their designs and development as well as their manufacturing plants and processes. In an effort to supply low emission vehicles to the school and commercial market place Blue Bird embarked on the development of natural gas engines. This work was in conjunction with South West Research and John Deere. They developed/converted natural gas engines from gasoline V8 s and inline six cylinder Diesel engines. Orion Bus: Director of Engineering: Specifying and developing Diesel and natural gas engines for the commercial bus industry. Bearing Truck: Vice President of Engineering - This was a start up company that failed, however they successfully worked with Hyundai of Korea to develop a line of trucks for the United States market. This required Mr. Gibson to work in Korea helping with development for U.S. Diesel emission standards RICHARD B. GIBSON - Page 3 of 5 Last Update - November 22, 2017

4 Accomplishments: Product and Technology: In busing, 20 new major products were brought to market. The John Deere Natural Gas Engine, 4 new over-the road luxury coaches and an aluminum/composite bodied small bus. Complete rationalization of the school bus body and chassis product line. Clean sheet of paper truck, called the CH, was developed. Developed an off-highway durability track for trucks. Reduced time/cost of wind tunnel testing. A series of transmissions was developed at both Mack and Ford New Holland, developing synchronizers for range and automatic shifts. Developed modal analysis for solving vibration problems. A 998 cu. in. V8 engine was designed and developed. Developed air-to-air intercooling. Derived a humidity correction factor for gaseous emissions. Designed new oil pump and delivery system. Solved a major field problem through the design of an injection pump drive. Manufacturing: Achieved product leadership in bus paint and finishing. Solved design and manufacturing problems for Ford New Holland Tractor transmissions in Antwerp, Belgium and Osaka, Japan. At Mack significant improvement in relationship between manufacturing and design was obtained during my tenure. Huck chassis fasteners greatly improved manufacturing and product joint integrity. Installed process with AMTECH Inc. that placed customer spec ed chassis wiring harnesses in line set sequence. Systems: Installed 9 new productivity systems at Blue Bird. Instituted a Simultaneous Engineering program, with large gains in productivity. Developed product configurator software used by 60 dealers to drive orders directly to the MRP system. Service publications INTERLEAF software was initiated. CAD systems CATIA Version IV, McAuto, and Applicon. People: Updated technology levels by hiring skilled personnel, teaching and training; but, at the same time, reduced or maintaining head count. There is a long established reputation of being able to attract excellent talent and maintain high morale. Numerous effective technical consultants have been used. RICHARD B. GIBSON - Page 4 of 5 Last Update - November 22, 2017

5 Budgets: Budgets as high as $24 million have been managed in operating and capital. Staying with in budget is a given. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Member Society of Automotive Engineers, Chairman Cumberland Valley Section 1976 Chairman Lehigh Valley Section 1986 PATENTS Inventor, Patent No. 3,786,792, Variable Value Timing System issued January 22, Trade name Dynatard Engine Brake. PUBLICATIONS SAE Paper No , The Mack Maxidyne, ENDT865 with Dynatard Engine Brake, SAE Paper No , Air Isolation of Class 8 Highway Tractor Cabs SAE Paper No Blue Bird s Alternative-Fueled Buses. RICHARD B. GIBSON - Page 5 of 5 Last Update - November 22, 2017