Overview
This edition of Forensic Engineering updates the original work with new case studies and investigative techniques. Contributors to the book are the foremost authorities in each area of specialization. These specialty areas include fire investigation, industrial accidents, product liability, traffic accidents, civil engineering and transportation disasters, and environmental systems failures. Each chapter includes discussions of guidelines, techniques, methods, and tools employed in accident investigation and analysis. In addition, the book contains vital information on forensic photogrammetry, the planning and writing of reports, and the presentation of evidence as an expert witness in traditional litigation. The book also analyzes the role of the forensic engineer in the evolving methods of alternate dispute resolution. Overall, Forensic Engineering is a tremendously valuable reference for forensic experts practicing in all engineering fields, as well as design and construction professionals, attorneys, product manufacturers, and insurance professionals. It is also as an excellent supplemental text for engineering and law students.
Full Product Details
Author: Kenneth L. Carper ,
Kenneth L. Carper (Washington State University, Pullman, Washington, USA) ,
Ron Hendry ,
M. D. Morris (Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, USA)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint: CRC Press Inc
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 2.40cm
, Length: 23.40cm
Weight: 0.725kg
ISBN: 9780849374845
ISBN 10: 0849374847
Pages: 430
Publication Date: 28 September 2000
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
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Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
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
