Sri Welaratna PhD

Founder and Technical Advisor to the CEO

Data Physics Corporation

Sri Welaratna, a visionary leader in the field of engineering, co-founded Data Physics Corporation in 1984. As the Chief Executive Officer, he adeptly navigated the company through a remarkable thirty-year journey, strategically steering its growth and establishing it as a preeminent global provider of advanced test and measurement systems specifically designed for noise and vibration applications. Following Data Physics’s acquisition by Battery Ventures, Sri transitioned into the role of technical advisor to the CEO, where he continues to lend his extensive expertise.

Sri’s formative educational experience took place at the distinguished Ananda College, where he excelled in his studies and graduated at the top of his class among engineering students at the then Ceylon University in 1963. He embarked on his professional journey with an Electrical Engineering degree from the prestigious University of Sri Lanka at Peradeniya, laying a solid foundation for his future endeavors.

In the early stages of his career, Mr. Welaratna worked as an Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer, where he honed his technical acumen before pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Bradford in England. His professional trajectory took a significant turn when he joined Hewlett Packard in the United Kingdom. There, he played an instrumental role in developing markets for Fast Fourier Transform-based applications across Europe. His journey ultimately led him to Santa Clara, California, a hub of technological innovation, where he contributed to pioneering efforts to apply FFT in the realm of noise and vibration applications.

Under Sri’s visionary leadership, Data Physics cultivated a rich tradition of relentless innovation, unwavering dedication to excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology within the test and measurement industry. He has authored numerous technical articles, sharing his profound insights and knowledge, and continues to contribute to various technical publications. With his extensive background and exceptional expertise, Sri Welaratna is widely recognized as an authority on the application of FFT techniques to address complex noise and vibration challenges.

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