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Zusatztext "?highly readable and topical introduction to the "real world" of 'the application of engineering principles and methodologies to answer questions in fact'?books stands on its own merits?wide array of topics in succinct fashion?standard engineering algebraic formulas fully interpreted and often illustrated by a schematic drawing or photograph to assist reader?Mr. Noon is a master teacher and often blends formulas with lessons learned from his personal experience! which must be extensive?wealth of 'good stuff'?"- Wayne C. Lusvardi! Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Informationen zum Autor Randall K. Noon Klappentext Forensic Engineering Investigation provides analyses and methods for determining how something was damaged and when the damage may have legal consequences. It covers 21 of the more common types of failures, catastrophic events, and losses that a forensic engineer may be called upon to assess. Each chapter is self-contained, highly specific, and succinct. Zusammenfassung A compendium of the investigative methods used to evaluate 21 of the more common types of failures and catastrophic events. It offers a discussion of the scientific method as it applies to forensic science and provides tips on organizing and writing an investigative report. It also discusses the applicable codes and standards of the profession. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction. Wind Damage to Residential Structures. Lightning Damage to Well Pumps. Evaluating Blasting Damage to Structures. Building Collapse Due to Roof Leakage. Putting Machines and People Together. Determining the Point of Origin of Fire. Electrical Shorting. Explosions. Determining the Point of Origin of an Explosion. Arson and Incendiary Fires. Simple Skids. Simple and Vehicular Falls. Vehicle Performance. Momentum Methods. Energy Methods. Curves and Turns. Visual Perception and Motorcycle Accidents. Interpreting Light Filament Damage. Automotive Fires. Hail Damage. Blaming Brick Freeze-Thaw Deterioration on Hail. Management's Role in Accidents....
