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See more Metallurgist Expert WitnessesThis 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. He served as a senior metallurgical engineer at Testing Engineers INC. and a materials engineer for the RJ Lee Group. Currently he works as a senior metallurgical engineer.
Senior Metallurgical Engineer, An Engineering Firm in CA
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Brunel University of West London
San Leandro,
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 California Polytechnic State University. This expert is a registered professional engineer in metallurgy and is active in the field as a member of the American Welding Society, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and the American Society for Metals. He has previously held a Level II certification in radiographic and ultrasonic testing and a Level III certification in magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, and visual testing through the American Society for Nondestructive Testing. This expert has previously served as a hydraulics mechanic for USMC Aircraft, a sheet metal mechanic for Rohr Corporation, plant metallurgist for United Centrifugal Pumps, and staff metallurgist for Sunstrand. He also worked on the Lockheed MSD engineering co-op program and EG&G Services nuclear plant construction. For 35 years, this expert has served as the owner and consulting engineer for a private metallurgy and engineering consultancy in California.
Owner and Consulting Engineer, A private metallurgy and engineering consultancy in CA
Bachelor of Science (BS), California Polytechnic State University
San Diego,
California
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FAQs for Metallurgist Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a metallurgist expert witness in legal proceedings?
A metallurgist expert witness provides specialized knowledge on metals, their properties, and behaviors. They can offer insights on failure analysis, corrosion, material selection, and manufacturing processes in various legal cases.
In what types of cases might I need a metallurgist expert witness?
Metallurgist expert witnesses are often needed in product liability cases, construction disputes, patent infringement cases, personal injury claims related to metal products or machinery, and more.
What subspecialties exist within the field of metallurgy that an expert witness might focus on?
Subspecialties in metallurgy include physical metallurgy, extractive metallurgy, mineral processing, and materials science. The chosen subspecialty will depend on the specifics of your case.
How can a metallurgist expert witness assist in a product liability case?
In product liability cases, a metallurgist can analyze the metal used in a product to determine if it was appropriate for its intended use or if defects contributed to failure or injury.
Why would a metallurgist be called upon in a patent infringement case?
A metallurgist can provide crucial insights into whether a patented metal alloy or process has been unlawfully replicated or used without permission, supporting evidence in patent infringement cases.
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