AKE & BTI

Microscopic Analyses

admin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:41:13 +0000

Microscopic area measurement of a corrosion caused hole to analyze leak rate. Tiny pinhole in copper pipe surface.

Dave Komm, P.E., President

admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:31:44 +0000

Mechanical Engineering – Explosion Causation & Analysis, Fire Cause & Origin, Carbon Monoxide Exposure, Mechanical Failure Analysis, Product Liability/Design Defect, Trip/Fall & Slip/Fall, Sports/Recreational Equipment/Facilities, Electrocution/Electrification & Lightning Strike. Former Director of Engineering at Honeywell, International.

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Quent Augspurger, P.E.

admin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:30:50 +0000

Mechanical Engineering – Design of Material handling Equipment, Agricultural Machinery, High Pressure Liquid & Gas Systems, Cargo Tankers, Pressure Vessels & Special Tooling and Machinery Manufacturing

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Analysis of Damaged Threads

admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:12:18 +0000

A critical component’s thread damage lead to flammable gas being released and eventually igniting and causing injury. Optical analysis and inspection revealed the damage and hazardous component condition.

Analysis of Explosive Gas Spread

admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:57:30 +0000

Graphic Analysis of explosive gas spread from basement level location outward. The analysis helped explain the spread and resulting explosive forces that occurred.

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Water Reverse Osmosis “RO” Filter Housing

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:12:10 +0000

Cross sections of RO housing revealing voids that can occur during the manufacturing process. These voids can lead to housing failures and subsequent water leaks. Depending on where the RO system is mounted this can sometimes lead to large amounts of water damage to residential and commercial properties.

2011 Subrogator Magazine Article

Videos

admin — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:06:07 +0000

Gasoline soaked cotton shirt ignites after exposure to sparks from metal cutting saw during testing.

Vehicle Accident Reconstruction

admin — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:44:08 +0000

Through various analytical methods and tools we are able to provide our clients with a comprehensive analysis of vehicle accidents. We investigate accidents involving single or multiple vehicles, tractor-trailers, motorcycles, and pedestrian impacts. Our office also examines vehicle fires, tire/tread separation, and possible manufacturer defects.

Primary Factors Analyzed in Accident Reconstruction

Post-incident scene inspection and evaluation
Vehicle dynamics through analysis of vehicle mass, speed, energy, direction of travel, direction of travel after impact(s), change in speed after impact(s)
Braking characteristics of vehicle(s) involved
Roadway conditions
Scene geometry
Driver perception and reaction time
Eye-witness accounts and statements

Slip / Trip & Fall Injuries

admin — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:43:47 +0000

We have a long history of providing expertise to resolve issues related to slip, trip, and fall events. These events often require an understanding of the following:

Building Codes
- Determination and interpretation of applicable codes
Pedestrian Locomotion
- Understanding and applying the various aspects of human gait, and how fall events are initiated
Visual Perception
- Lighting conditions
- Available field of view
- Visual cues identifying changes in a walkway surface
Walkway Surface Condition
- Elevation changes
- Surface friction
Accessibility Requirements/Provisions
- Determination of accessible routes
- Interpretation of ADA requirements

Property Damage

admin — Mon, 09 May 2011 21:43:29 +0000

Property Damage

Property damage can occur in many forms, from a wide range of sources. Our office has a history of successful investigations involving property damage.

Typical Types of Property Damage:

Water Damage
- Product failures
- Frozen pipes
- Pipe rupture
- Incidental fire sprinkler activation
Fire Damage
- Cause and Origin Determination
- Investigation into appliances, outlets, and other possible ignition sources in the area of origin
- Post-fire structural evaluations to determine if building is salvageable
Structural Collapses, Settlement Issues, Structural Movement
Roof Leaks
Hail Damage
Wind Damage