Overview

For over 30 years, Exponent has provided services related to the investigation and analysis of mechanical systems behavior for products ranging from aircraft and marine transportation to all types of industrial equipment and consumer products. Our engineers and scientists have both an academic and "real-world" understanding of all areas of mechanical engineering, including reliability and hazard evaluation, design assessment, fluid and thermal analysis, and materials life prediction. This vast expertise enables us to thoroughly investigate the design and performance of a plethora of mechanical systems. We use our experience to provide our clients with a thorough comprehension of their current or potential designs to determine vulnerabilities before failures occur, and to develop appropriate mitigation methods. We also provide the scientific investigation of failures when they do occur. The real strength of our services lies in the cross-disciplinary approach we take to solving problems in the most efficient and accurate way possible.

The Engineering Mechanics staff manages and executes projects involving evaluation of the effects of loads and stresses on system or product performance. Whether the product is an engine, toaster, or medical implant, we provide comprehensive evaluations to establish the design and operating envelopes for the process or equipment. Additionally, we offer expertise in machine and equipment guarding and industrial safety. We continue to be active in research and development provide our clients with state-of-the-art techniques for analyzing problems.

Exponent offers comprehensive design analysis and accident investigation services specifically tailored for both the marine and aviation industries. From large-scale accident investigations, to design evaluations of off-shore structures, our engineers and scientists provide clients with insight to address issues related to all mechanical systems including aircraft and marine systems.

With experience analyzing thousands of failures of all types, Exponent brings a unique perspective to the design process. Our Risk Management and Reliability staff provides services in the areas of industrial hazard assessment, mitigation, and prevention. We employ a variety of risk evaluation techniques to complement the use of sophisticated structural mechanical and materials models for industrial systems and equipment. Our scientists gather risk-related data to provide estimates of critical future risk. This information is useful in assessing potential problem areas related to facility or process functions.

For the chemical and petroleum industries, we offer risk management services to address the storage, handling, and processing of toxic or flammable materials. We perform safety and hazard evaluations, environmental impact and consequence analyses, and quantitative risk assessments. The output of these analyses enables clients to identify the major risk contributors as well as to identify/assess the potential value of alternative improvement actions.

Exponent is a recognized leader in providing engineering consulting services to the energy sector. Recent power plant development assistance projects in Eastern and Central Europe highlight our decades of research and wealth of experience in power plant systems operation and maintenance management. We provide our clients with an in-depth understanding of local markets and the needs of the investor/operator community.

Exponent addresses mechanical design issues with a multidisciplinary approach. Our experience and breadth of knowledge provide our clients with solutions that are objective and withstand rigorous scrutiny. The hallmark of Exponent's reputation is based on our ability to mobilize resources expeditiously and efficiently to provide independent and scientific investigations.

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