Mechanical Engineering Expert Witnesses in Michigan

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Mechanical engineering expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including automotive engineering, aerospace engineering, industrial machinery, HVAC systems, and product design. Some of the most common specialties for mechanical engineering expert witnesses also include biomechanics, materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and robotics. They have provided opinions on the effects of product liability, patent infringement, mechanical failure analysis, accident reconstruction, and safety standards.

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Dr. Steven Anthony Rundell, PhD, PEView profile

ID: 131151

Dr. Steven Rundell, PhD, PE

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Michigan

Dr. Steven A. Rundell has 19 years of experience in Biomechanical Engineering. He earned both his BSE and MSE in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University and his Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Drexel University. Today, this expert is licensed as a Professional Engineer in the States of Florida, Illinois, and Michigan. Formerly, this expert served as an Engineer, Senior...

Biomechanical and Mechanical Engineering Expert WitnessView profile

E-016241

Biomechanical and Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness

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This expert's major practice area involves the scientific investigation of accidents resulting in injury. He utilizes the information provided by injuries and mechanical failure of objects to reconstruct the events of an accident and answer questions related to liability. He holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Drexel...

Dr. Stephen Allen Batzer, PE, PhDView profile

ID: 135034

Dr. Stephen Batzer, PE, PhD

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Michigan

Dr. Stephen A. Batzer has 34 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University, his MS in Manufacturing Engineering from Kettering University, and his PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. Today, this expert is a licensed engineer in the state of Michigan. Formerly,...

Mechanical Engineering Expert WitnessView profile

E-024194

Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness

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Michigan

This highly qualified expert has years of experience in dynamics and control of automotive and manufacturing systems. He received his MS degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University and his PhD degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. He is a member of the US National Academy of Engineering. He is a fellow of 4 renowned associations: the Institute...

Dr. Debora Renee Marth, PhDView profile

ID: 506988

Dr. Debora Marth, PhD

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Michigan

Debora R. Marth has 29 years of experience in the field of Mechanical and Automotive Safety Engineering. She earned her BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan Dearborn. She completed her MS in Mechanical Engineering and her PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Wayne State University. She is also earned her certification in Specialized Traffic Accident Reconstruction from...

Technology Manufacturing and Equipment Disputes Expert WitnessView profile

E-452697

Technology Manufacturing and Equipment Disputes Expert Witness

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Michigan

This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of technology manufacturing. He received his BS in mechanical engineering from Michigan Technological University before earning his MBA from the University of Michigan. He is a certified professional engineer and a member of several organizations, including the National Society of Professional Engineers, the Society of Automotive...

Ms. Karla Jane Petroskey, PE, MSEView profile

ID: 519933

Ms. Karla Petroskey, PE, MSE

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Michigan

Ms. Karla J. Petroskey has 19 years of experience in Accident Reconstruction, Biomechanics, Mechanical Engineering, and Restraint Systems. She earned her BSE and MSE in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Today, this expert is certified as a Remote Pilot by the Federal Aviation Administration and licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of Michigan. Formerly, this...

Dr. Charles Owen Funk, PhD, PE, CFEI, CVFIView profile

ID: 83248

Dr. Charles Funk, PhD, PE, CFEI, CVFI

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Michigan

Dr. Charles O. Funk has 18 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering and Fire and Explosion Investigation. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University and both his MS and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan. Today, this expert is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and a Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator through the National...

The Average Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness
Charges $367 / Hour

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    $325

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  • Deposition Fee

    $375

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  • Court Fee

    $400

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Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness FAQs

A mechanical engineering expert witness provides specialized knowledge in cases involving machinery, automotive systems, HVAC, and other mechanical devices. They can offer insights on design, manufacturing, maintenance, and failure analysis.

Cases that often require a mechanical engineering expert include product liability suits, patent disputes, industrial accidents, vehicle collisions, and construction defects.

Yes. Mechanical engineering experts can analyze patents and technical documents to determine if there has been an infringement or violation of proprietary technology.

Yes. Subspecialties can include automotive engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, robotics, and more. The specific expertise needed will depend on the case details.

In product liability cases, these experts can evaluate design flaws, manufacturing defects or improper usage instructions that may have led to injury or damage.

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