Materials Expert Witnesses in California
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Metallurgy/Materials Engineering Expert Witness
California
This expert has over 20 years of expertise in materials consulting and forensic engineering work. He received a bachelor's in manufacturing engineering from Brunel University of West London. He continued on at Brunel to earn his PhD in metallurgy. A licensed metallurgical engineer, he is a member of the American Society of Testing & Materials and the American Society of Materials International....
Metallurgy and Metallurgical Failure Analysis Expert Witness
California
This highly qualified expert has over 40 years of experience in metallurgy and metallurgical failure analysis, with expertise in metallurgical engineering, failure analysis, materials solutions, welding and corrosion consulting in stainless steel, aluminum alloys, copper-based alloys, titanium alloys, nickel-based alloys, and high alloys. He earned his BS in metallurgical engineering from...
Materials Science, Electrochemistry, and Medical Devices Expert Witness
California
This expert in material sciences and electrochemistry received his BA in bio-engineering from the University of Pittsburgh before studying medical device fabrication science and then obtaining his PhD in physics at the University of Melbourne. He has experience with medical devices such as neural stimulators, neural recorders, and chemical sensors. This expert has two approved patents and two...
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The Average Materials Expert Witness
Charges $367 / Hour
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Review Fee
$325Fee info
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Deposition Fee
$400Fee info
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Court Fee
$375Fee info
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Materials Expert Witness FAQs
A materials expert witness is a professional with extensive knowledge in the field of materials science. They can provide testimony on issues related to the properties, performance, and usage of different materials.
Materials expert witnesses are often needed in product liability cases, construction disputes, patent infringement cases, and any case involving material failure or misuse.
Subspecialties within this field include metallurgy, ceramics, polymers, composites, biomaterials, and nanomaterials. Each focuses on specific types of materials and their applications.
In product liability cases, a materials expert can analyze failed components to determine if improper material selection or manufacturing defects contributed to the failure.
Yes. A materials expert can review patent claims related to specific materials or processes, providing crucial insights into whether there has been an infringement.
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