The Award of Merit was established in 1949 by the ASTM International Board of Directors and is the highest society award granted to an individual member for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM International committee activities. Recipients also receive the honorary title of Fellow.
For dynamic and outstanding leadership in the organization of editorial and terminology advances in mechanical testing and calibration standards in ASTM International Committee E28 on Mechanical Testing.
Dr. Luecke's award was confirmed in 2021, but the announcement was delayed until the committee could meet in person.