Exponent has analyzed thousands of fires and explosions ranging
from high-loss disasters to small insurance claims. Information
gained from these analyses has assisted clients in assessing
preventive measures related to the design of their products
as well as evaluating failures when they occur. Along the
way, we have gained a worldwide reputation for our ability
to mobilize resources expeditiously and efficiently, integrate
a broad array of technical disciplines, and provide valuable
insight that is objective and withstands rigorous scrutiny.
The July 1988 explosion on the Piper Alpha oil rig completely destroyed
the platform, and cost 167 lives and millions of dollars a day in lost
revenue. Exponent investigated the possible sources of ignition.
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A Delta jet aircraft crashed when attempting to land at the Dallas/Ft.
Worth Airport in August 1985. The crash and ensuing fire killed 134 people.
Exponent was retained to describe the aircraft's path and altitude during
the event.
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A 5-gallon propane tank, stored as a spare barbecue cylinder on the bottom
rack of a grill, ignited in a jet of fire that reached three adults seated
at a patio table some eight feet away. Exponent investigated the possible
causes of the fire.
