Mechanical Engineering Expert Witnesses in Utah
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Mr. David Ingebretsen, MS, ME
Utah
Mr. David M. Ingebretsen has 40 years of experience in Biomechanical Engineering. He earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering, his MS in Physics, and his ME in Bioengineering from the University of Utah. Formerly, this expert served as an Engineer at Terra Tek Research, Hercules Aerospace, and Evans & Sutherland. Since 1993, he has served as the President of Collision Forensics & Engineering,...
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Mechanical Engineering – Amusement Rides Expert Witness
Utah
This expert has over 20 of wide-ranging engineering experience. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Mexico and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Utah State University. He has held roles at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico working on earth penetration weapons research and other advanced weapon concepts as well as a leading a...
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Mr. Mark Warner, MSME
Utah
Mr. Mark H. Warner has over 40 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering and Accident Reconstruction. He earned his BS in Manufacturing Engineering and his MS in Mechanical Engineering from Brigham Young University. Formerly, this expert served as a Mechanic, Crash Test Supervisor, and Vice President at Collision Safety Engineering, L.C. He also worked as a Part-Time Faculty at Brigham Young...
Welding, Materials Science and Engineering Expert Witness
Utah
This expert is a full professor of Mechanical Engineering at a prominent university in the Western US. He received his PhD in Welding and Materials Engineering from The Ohio State University. Prior to joining academia, he worked as a research assistant at Edison Welding Institute and as a materials engineer at Westinghouse-Power Generation. His research interests are in the area of materials...
Amusement Ride Structural & Mechanical Engineering Expert Witness
Utah
This expert has extensive experience in the amusement ride industry. He earned his BS in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Utah State University. He is a licensed structural engineer and professional engineer. He was the engineer of record for two notable commercial amusement rides and has experience in material handling and structural design. Currently, he is the president of an...
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Industrial & Recreational Fall Protection Expert Witness
Utah
This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in industrial and recreational fall protection, as well as the design and manufacturing of personal protective equipment for recreational activities such as rock climbing and mountaineering. He earned his BS in mechanical engineering from Widener University and is certified as a climbing wall instructor program provider and a high angle and...
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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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