Metallurgical Engineering Services
I offer expert metallurgical engineering services backed by decades of experience and deep knowledge.
My metallurgical engineering services cover a wide spectrum of problem-solving and advisory work for manufacturers, fabricators, and design teams seeking reliable, practical outcomes.
- Metallurgical Failure Analysis
- Broad Product and Industry Knowledge
- Mechanical Property Evaluation
- Corrosion Analysis
- Materials Selection
- Expert Witness Testimony
Services
I deliver clear, actionable findings tailored to your goals. Whether you need to understand a component failure, verify mechanical properties, or choose an optimal material, my services minimize risk and optimize performance.
Failure
Analysis
Failure analysis is the process of determining why an engineering component or structure failed to perform its intended function. I combine practical experience and industry-relevant judgment to identify root causes, assess contributing factors, and recommend corrective actions that reduce the chance of recurrence.
Microstructural Evaluation
I analyze metallographic cross-sections to determine grain size and morphology, phase distribution, and inclusion content and distribution. I determine whether the observed microstructure and hardness are consistent with the expected processing and heat treatment.
Corrosion
Analysis
I evaluate corrosion products, the service environment, and corrosion morphology to determine the corrosion mechanism and possible solutions. My approach identifies the likely corrosion drivers and recommends material or design changes, protective measures, or maintenance strategies to extend service life.
Materials
Selection
I select appropriate materials for a given application with consideration of mechanical property requirements, environment, design life, manufacturing processes, cost, and other relevant factors. I provide pragmatic material selection advice that balances performance, manufacturability, and lifecycle cost.