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Arnold J. (Red) Morway (1906-1985) Exxon Research and Engineering, Florham Park With 293 U.S. patents and numerous foreign patents to his credit, Morway is the most prolific of all inventors at Exxon Research and Engineering. He is, however, best known for a product he never patented, "Eisenhower grease," which was developed to waterproof U.S. military trucks, tanks and other equipment during World War II. This grease proved invaluable during the Allied invasions of Sicily, Anzio and Normandy and is regarded as a significant technical contribution in support of America's war effort. His patented greases were used to lubricate a wide variety of motors and heavy industrial equipment, automobiles, trucks, ships and aircraft enabling Exxon to secure a strong market share and to maintain a strong commercial position in this highly competitive field. His initial patent was granted in 1936 for the discovery which resulted in the development of more than 50 products. In 1938, he invented some of the first premium quality anti-friction bearing greases for high temperature use and thereafter invented the first commercially produced lithium-based aviation greases during World War II. In 1953, Morway invented the first extreme-pressure calcium acetate multi-purpose greases for industry and automotive use.