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$325/hr
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See more Mechanical Engineering Expert WitnessesThis expert is a nationally renown expert in automotive engineering and currently is Professor of Mechanical Engineering at a top ten automotive design and engineering school, where he also holds the position of Director of Center for Vehicle Systems and Safety and the Railway Technologies Laboratory. This expert is the founding director of the Virginia Institute for Performance Engineering and Research and the Advanced Vehicle Dynamics Laboratory. He has authored more than 200 technical publications, and has made more than one hundred technical presentations in topics related to advanced technologies for ground vehicles. He holds seven U.S. and international patents, and has edited three technical volumes. He is currently Associate Editor of AIAA Journal and the journal of Shock Vibration, and has served as Associate Editor for ASME Journal of Vibration and Acoustics. This expert is a Fellow of American Society of Mechanical Engineers and a member of the Society for Automotive Engineers. He earned his PhD in Mechanical Engineering at State University of New York at Buffalo.
Director of Center for Vehicle Systems and Safety and Director of Railway Technologies Laboratory, Top Ranking Automotive University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), State University of New York at Buffalo
Virginia
This highly qualified mechanical engineer earned his BS in Mechanical Engineering from City College of New York, his MS in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and his PhD from the University of Connecticut. He has been formally trained in a number of engineering disciplines, including accident investigation and labels/warnings/failure to warn instructions. He belongs to a number of highly prestigious societies in the engineering field, including the International Code Committee and the American Society of Safety Engineers. Additionally, he possesses in-depth knowledge to reach the root cause of a wide range of accidents and failures in the following areas: turbines, human performance, operator training, man-machine interface, material science, structures, statics, dynamics, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication, fire protection sprinkler systems, elevators, cranes, hoists, escalators, aerial platforms, fork lifts, warning labels and instructions, failure to warn, OSHA standards and requirements, heat transfer and thermodynamics. This expert currently serves as an engineering consultant.
Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer, A consulting company in FL
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Connecticut
Bonita Springs,
Virginia
This well credentialed expert earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from George Washington University, his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech, and his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from George Washington University. He has held academic positions at various levels dating back to the 1980s and currently serves as a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and the Department Head for a leading public research university in Virginia. His areas of engineering expertise include mechanical engineering, control systems, dynamics, robotics, intelligent vehicles, and transportation safety. He focuses his efforts on several application areas, including automotive safety systems, vehicle dynamics and control, collision warning/avoidance, and autonomous vehicles. The expert has co-authored 2 books and 7 book chapters, as well as numerous other publications (over 160), and he has received 1 patent.
Professor and Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department, A Public Research University in Virginia
Doctor of Science (DSc), George Washington University
Blacksburg,
Virginia
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FAQs for Mechanical Engineering Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a mechanical engineering expert witness in legal proceedings?
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.
What types of cases typically require a mechanical engineering expert witness?
Cases that often require a mechanical engineering expert include product liability suits, patent disputes, industrial accidents, vehicle collisions, and construction defects.
Can a mechanical engineering expert witness assist in patent infringement cases?
Yes. Mechanical engineering experts can analyze patents and technical documents to determine if there has been an infringement or violation of proprietary technology.
Are there subspecialties within the field of mechanical engineering for expert witnesses?
Yes. Subspecialties can include automotive engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, robotics, and more. The specific expertise needed will depend on the case details.
How can a mechanical engineering expert witness help in a product liability case?
In product liability cases, these experts can evaluate design flaws, manufacturing defects or improper usage instructions that may have led to injury or damage.
How does Expert Institute select its Mechanical Engineering expert witnesses?
Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.