Forensic Engineering

Kenneth L. Carper [Editor]

ISBN 10: 0849374839 / ISBN 13: 9780849374838

Published by CRC Press, USA, 1998

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Forensic Engineering, first published in 1989, comprehensively summarizes forensic activity and failure investigation in engineering, providing illustrative case studies and investigative techniques. Contributors are the foremost authorities in such fields as fire investigation, industrial accidents, product liability, traffic accidents, civil engineering, transportation disasters, and environmental systems failures - demonstrating the diverse spectrum of forensic experience. The book outlines the nuts-and-bolts aspects of forensic engineering as well as examines specific details for improving investigative procedures and analytical techniques. Forensic Engineering also describes methods in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration, mediation, mini-trials, and more. Richly illustrated with case studies from various fields, each chapter includes guidelines, techniques, methods, and tools for accident investigation and analysis. The text includes vital information on using forensic photogrammetry, planning and writing reports, serving as an expert witness in traditional litigation, and resolving disputes. Providing proven formulas and thought-provoking concepts, Forensic Engineering enables forensic experts in all engineering fields, design and construction professionals, attorneys, product manufacturers, insurance professionals, and engineering and law students to maximize their investigative skills and litigation abilities. 360 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science::Forensics; Science & Technology; ISBN: 0849374839. ISBN/EAN: 9780849374838. Inventory No: 248640.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Forensic Engineering
• Publisher: CRC Press, USA
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0849374839
• ISBN 13: 9780849374838
• Binding: Hardcover (Printed Boards)
• Condition: Near Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Science::Forensics

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Synopsis

Forensic Engineering, first published in 1989, comprehensively summarizes forensic activity and failure investigation in engineering, providing illustrative case studies and investigative techniques. Contributors are the foremost authorities in such fields as fire investigation, industrial accidents, product liability, traffic accidents, civil engineering, transportation disasters, and environmental systems failures - demonstrating the diverse spectrum of forensic experience.
The book outlines the nuts-and-bolts aspects of forensic engineering as well as examines specific details for improving investigative procedures and analytical techniques. Forensic Engineering also describes methods in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration, mediation, mini-trials, and more.
Richly illustrated with case studies from various fields, each chapter includes guidelines, techniques, methods, and tools for accident investigation and analysis. The text includes vital information on using forensic photogrammetry, planning and writing reports, serving as an expert witness in traditional litigation, and resolving disputes.
Providing proven formulas and thought-provoking concepts, Forensic Engineering enables forensic experts in all engineering fields, design and construction professionals, attorneys, product manufacturers, insurance professionals, and engineering and law students to maximize their investigative skills and litigation abilities.

Review

Read the reviews of the first edition: "The development and presentation of ideas is excellent and worthy of reading by experienced forensic engineers The book should be purchased, not only for the excellent and informative chapters, but also for the reminder of what forensic engineering is-- truth, public service, and technology advancement." --Forensic Engineering, The International Journal, Vol.1. No. 4, p. 243. 1988 "a great resource for forensic engineers in any discipline." -Structural Engineer "the book could serve as a useful reference for lawyers and others who may not be familiar with what forensic engineers can do." --Harold J. Wilkinson, Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol. 34, No. 1