Chauncey Starr

Chauncey Starr (1920-2019) was an influential American engineer and researcher known for his contributions to the fields of electrical engineering and nuclear engineering. He is particularly recognized for his work on the development of safety systems for nuclear reactors and his role in establishing the doctrine of risk analysis in engineering. One of his most notable contributions was the concept of the "risk assessment" and the development of methodologies to quantify and manage risks associated with technological systems, particularly in the context of nuclear energy.